On October 30, the following notable historical events related to Missouri occurred:

• 1806: The Lewis and Clark Expedition, having returned to St. Louis in late September, continued to be celebrated on or around October 30, with local festivities in St. Louis honoring their exploration of the Louisiana Purchase, reinforcing Missouri’s role as a western hub.
• 1856: During the “Bleeding Kansas” conflict, pro-slavery “Border Ruffians” from Missouri were active on or around October 30, crossing into Kansas to intimidate anti-slavery settlers, escalating violence and highlighting Missouri’s role in the slavery debate.
• 1864: During the Civil War, the aftermath of Price’s Raid was concluding in Missouri. On or around October 30, Confederate forces under General Sterling Price, having retreated from Missouri after defeats at Westport and Mine Creek, were regrouping in Arkansas, ending their campaign in the state.
• 1888: The St. Louis-based Anheuser-Busch brewery expanded its refrigerated shipping operations around October 30, enabling broader distribution of Budweiser and reinforcing Missouri’s prominence in the brewing industry.
• 1929: The Great Depression, triggered by the recent stock market crash, deepened in Missouri. On or around October 30, banks in Kansas City faced early signs of financial strain, reflecting the state’s economic challenges.
• 2011: The St. Louis Cardinals continued celebrations of their World Series victory over the Texas Rangers, with fan events in St. Louis on or around October 30, honoring David Freese’s MVP performance and reinforcing Missouri’s baseball legacy.