Famous Missourians
Stories of Famous Missourians.
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The Missouri Governor Who Committed Suicide
In 1844, a mental health breakdown killed the young Missouri Governor 47-year-old Missouri Governor Thomas Reynolds had a distinguished career in law and politics, but struggles with mental health took their toll as…
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Most Famous Missourian You Have Never Heard Of
Bernarr MacFadden would be a multi-media mogul today. The flamboyant man led the modern fitness movement, built resorts for wellness, advocated low carb diet decades long before Dr. Adkins, built a media empire,…
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A First for the Catholic Church. A First for America?
Pope Benedict made a surprise announcement on February 11th, 2013; he would be the first Pope in modern history to step down from the position. As a matter of fact, he will be the first…
