This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
Feirich remembered as tough foe and warm mentor
Charles E. Feirich, 88, a prominent Carbondale lawyer who once represented John L. Lewis, is remembered for courtroom tenacity and kindness. Colleagues recall his support for students, Rotary philanthropy, and lifelong friendship with local leaders.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ben Gelman
Southern Illinoisan
Charles E. Feirich
Feirich
John L. Lewis
United Mine Workers National
State Miners’ Union
Mary Wakeland
Southern Illinois University
SIU
Carbondale Rotary Club
Paul Harris
International Rotary Foundation
J.E
Eb” Etherton
Carbondale National Bank
Julia
Charles
Alice Feirich
Carbondale
Etherton
Buffalo N.Y
William McKinley
Leon Czologosz
McKinley
Julia Etherton