Heather Kullorn, a beautiful 12-year-old, was babysitting in Richmond Heights and disappeared on this day. The infant was still there but no trace has ever been found of Heather.
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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