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5 Fun Facts About November 1 In Oregon History

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1. Oregon became the 33rd state on November 1, 1859. After years of being a part of various territories and negotiations, President James Buchanan signed the bill that officially granted statehood to Oregon.

2. On November 1, 1913, the first paved road in Oregon was opened for use. It was a 20-mile stretch of road that connected Salem and Stayton. This road was an early step in the development of Oregon's transportation infrastructure.

3. In 1964, several Oregon state parks were officially designated as part of the National Wild and Scenic Rivers System on November 1. These parks included the Rogue River, the North Fork John Day River, and the deschutes River. This designation helped to protect these important natural resources for future generations to enjoy.

4. One of the most destructive wildfires in Oregon's history began on November 1, 1991. Known as the "Hillsboro Fire," this blaze burned through over 8,000 acres of land and destroyed numerous homes and businesses. It took several days and hundreds of firefighters to contain the fire.

5. On November 1, 2016, Oregon became the fourth state in the country to legalize recreational marijuana. The bill, known as Measure 91, was approved by voters in 2014 and allowed adults over the age of 21 to possess and use marijuana for non-medical purposes. The law also established a framework for the regulation and taxation of marijuana sales.
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