Benton, Illinois - Gallows That Hanged Charlie Birger

Address:
209 W. Main St., Benton, IL
Directions:
Old County Jail Museum. 1/2 mile off I-57 on Rt.14 in Benton. Maple St. and Route 14.
Phone:
613-439-0608

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Benton, Illinois - Gallows That Hanged Charlie Birger

Charlie Birger was hanged April 19, 1928 at the Franklin County Jail in Benton. He was the last man to be executed in a public hanging in Illinois. A replica gallows is on display at the Jail.

At the same location is a WFRX Radio Room where George Harrison interviewed, as well as Civil War memorabilia. [Mandi G., 07/28/2009]

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