Missouri History Today August 29, 1904: Olympic Games Begin In St. Louis

Missouri History Today August 29, 1904: Olympic Games Begin In St. Louis


Olympic Star was Born

On February 27, 1881, Harry J. Kiener was born in St. Louis. Kiener was known for his boxing, wrestling and swimming and was a member of the U.S. track team at the 1904 Olympics in St. Louis.