September 7th This Day in Missouri

On September 7, the following notable historical events related to Missouri occurred:

• 1812: During the War of 1812, Fort Madison in Missouri Territory (near present-day Clark County) faced attacks from Native American tribes allied with the British on or around September 7, highlighting Missouri’s frontier role.
• 1857: The St. Louis Agricultural and Mechanical Fair opened around September 7, showcasing Missouri’s farming innovations and drawing large crowds to the city.
• 1864: Confederate guerrilla raids, led by figures like William Quantrill, intensified in Missouri on or around September 7, targeting Union outposts in central Missouri during the Civil War.
• 1888: The Missouri Botanical Garden in St. Louis hosted a major plant exhibition around September 7, displaying rare species and cementing its status as a research hub.
• 1930: The Kansas City Star published an exposé on or around September 7, detailing corruption in the Pendergast political machine, exposing Missouri’s political challenges.
• 2001: The St. Louis Cardinals played a key game against the San Diego Padres at Busch Stadium on September 7, with Albert Pujols hitting a home run, contributing to their strong season.