1. On October 28, 1903, the Gateway Arch designer Eero Saarinen was born in Kirkkonummi, Finland. Saarinen's architectural designs can be seen in several buildings across Missouri, including the Gateway Arch in St. Louis.

2. On October 28, 1864, Confederate Brigadier General Joseph O. Shelby led his troops in a raid on Glasgow, Missouri, during the American Civil War. The battle ended with the Confederate forces seizing several prisoners and supplies.

3. On October 28, 1922, Missouri State College (now Missouri State University) played its first football game against Drury College (now Drury University). The game ended in a tie, with both teams scoring six points.

4. On October 28, 1967, the St. Louis Blues played their first game as an NHL expansion team. The game was played at the St. Louis Arena and ended in a 2-2 tie against the Minnesota North Stars.

5. On October 28, 1941, Reverend Rice Stix established the St. Louis Character Club, which aimed to promote honesty and integrity in the city's business community. The organization later evolved into the St. Louis Area Business Health Coalition, which continues to promote wellness and safety in the workplace.