November 26, 1904
President Teddy Roosevelt was visiting the World’s Fair on this day. He met with Geronimo and was entertained by Will Rogers.
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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