Branson is Incorporated: April 1, 1912
Branson was incorporated on this date in 1912.
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Jazz Great Bennie Moten Dies: April 2, 1935
Bennie Moten, a legendary figure in the development of jazz, passed away on this date in 1935 just his trademark 'Kansas City sound' was taking off.
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The USS is Decommissioned: March 31, 1992
The USS Missouri, aboard which President Harry S. Truman accepted the surrender of Japanese forces on September 2, 1945, was decommissioned on this date in 1992 in preparation for…
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The Eastern Bluebird Becomes the State Bird: March 30, 1927
The eastern bluebird became our state bird. This red, white, and blue species is different from the all-blue western bluebird.
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Ha Ha Tonka Revels in its Legends
A collection of caves and underground streams. Osage influence. Historical ties to a ring of outlaws. Crumbling castle ruins. Tales of a curse. The only thing bigger than the…
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Wild Kingdom Host Marlin Perkins is Born: March 28, 1905
Marlin Perkins was born in Carthage, MO on this date. He was an effective and popular head of the St. Louis Zoo and his national television show, "Wild Kingdom," ran for 23…
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Mountain’s Gonna Sing at Sam A. Baker State Park
Sam A. Baker State Park encompasses 5,323 acres of lush wilds. Whether they come for the camping, floating, fishing, hiking, or horseback riding, outdoors enthusiasts find an…
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Tennessee Williams is Born: March 26, 1911
Tennessee Williams was born on this date in 1911. Although born in Mississippi, he grew up in St. Louis, where his family moved in 1918.
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