Artist Thomas Hart Benton is Born: April 15, 1889
Thomas Hart Benton was born on this date in 1889 in Neosho.
Kansas City Royals Play Their First Game: April 8, 1969
The Kansas City Royals played their first game in team history on this date.
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.
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.
Horton Smith Wins the First-Ever Masters March 25, 1934
Missouri native Horton Smith claimed victory on this date at the inaugural Augusta National Invitational, which later became known as The Masters.