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Sunday 5th May 2024

Memorial for 1893 circus train wreck

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News reports indicate that the memorial service will be held to honor the memory of 5 people who died in the crash of the Walter L Main circus train, that occurred just north of Tyrone on May 30, 1893. Most of he circus animals on the train either died, or escaped, but many that did survive were captured by local residents. The service will begin at 10 am tomorrow morning at the crash site located in Veil. There will be several special guests in attendance and a wreath laying ceremony will take place.

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