the Illinois Supreme Court, born near Mason City Joe Sullivan, pitcher for the Detroit Tigers, Boston Braves, Boston Red Sox and Pittsburgh Pirates; born in Mason City Hallie Paxson Winsborough, Presbyterian church leader, anti-lynching activist, born in Mason City Vic Wunderle, archer, winner of the Olympic Individual Silver Medal (2000) Meg Smith, actress, raised in Mason City Culture The song "Mason City" from the Fiery Furnace's album Blueberry Boat references the city. References Cities in Illinois Cities in Mason County, Illinois Populated places established in 1857 1857 establishments in Illinois