Picture courtesy of Jim Kuntz

In 1869, Carbondale was chosen as the location for Southern Illinois College. By the early 1870's, several new commercial brick buildings were planned for the Town Square, reflecting growth and optimism.

The Newell House Hotel at 101 South Washington, (see photo, ca. 1920), was constructed in 1872 for $73,000. The three story brick structure reflected the Italianate style. The building's original elaborate facade remains intact beneath the existing metal facade added in the 1960's.

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