April 11, 1842
Charles Dickens was touring in Missouri on this date. He truly disliked the west and the people in it.
This post was contributed by Ross Malone. A historian and a retired school teacher, Ross has authored many books about Missouri’s history, weird facts, and folk tales. He has also written children’s historical fiction. Visit his website, and buy his books in the Missouri Life store.
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