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Here are some interesting facts regarding the village of Royalton, Illinois:
1. Royalton was founded in 1900 after the Chicago and Carterville Coal Company purchased land in the area for mining purposes.
2. The village was named after Royal Albert Leeper, the son of one of the company's founding members.
3. In 1914, a disaster struck the village when a local mine collapsed, killing 37 men.
4. The village is home to the Royalton Historical Society and Museum, which features exhibits on the area's coal mining history.
5. Royalton is also home to the famous "Watermelon Mines," which are actually abandoned coal mines that have become popular tourist attractions.
6. The village hosts an annual Watermelon Festival, which includes a parade, carnival rides, and of course, plenty of watermelon.
7. Royalton is located in Franklin County, which is known for its rich coal mining history and its production of high-quality coal.
8. Other notable attractions in the area include Rend Lake, Crab Orchard National Wildlife Refuge, and Shawnee National Forest.
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