Glen Carbon, Pennsylvania facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Glen Carbon
Populated place
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Country	United States
State	Pennsylvania
County	Schuylkill
Municipality	Foster Township
Elevation	1,148 ft (350 m)
Time zone	UTC-5 (Eastern (EST))
• Summer (DST)	UTC-4 (EDT)
ZIP code	17901
Area code(s)	570
GNIS feature ID	1203678

Glen Carbon is a small community located in Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania, in the United States. It is a 'populated place,' which means it's an area where people live. This community is nestled in the state of Pennsylvania.

Discovering Glen Carbon

Glen Carbon is found in Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania. This county is in the eastern part of the state. The community is part of Foster Township.

Location and Geography

Glen Carbon is situated at an elevation of 1,148 feet above sea level. Its coordinates are 40°42′54″N 76°18′40″W. This helps pinpoint its exact spot on a map.

What is a Populated Place?

A 'populated place' is a term used to describe a specific area where people live. It can be a village, a town, or even a small community like Glen Carbon. It's different from a city, which is usually much larger.

Notable People from Glen Carbon

Jack Mealey: A Baseball Story

• Jack Mealey (1899-1971) was a professional baseball player. He was born in Glen Carbon. Jack played as a catcher in the minor leagues. He also worked as a manager for minor league teams. Later, he even became the president of the Sooner State League.