1. In 1872, the first train arrived in the city of Salem, Oregon, marking a significant milestone in the state's transportation history. The train was welcomed by a huge crowd of people and was seen as a sign of progress and development in the region.

2. On November 29, 1917, the Portland Rose Society was founded with the aim of promoting and enhancing the cultivation of roses in Oregon. The organization has since become the largest rose society in the United States, with members from all over the world.

3. In 1947, the Oregon State Beavers defeated the University of Oregon Ducks 20-13 in the annual Civil War football game. The victory marked the Beavers' first win in the series in over a decade and helped to solidify the rivalry between the two teams.

4. On November 29, 1975, the Timberline Lodge in Mount Hood opened its doors for the ski season. The lodge, which was built during the Great Depression as part of a public works project, has become a popular ski destination and landmark in Oregon.

5. In 1983, the Oregon Legislature officially designated the western meadowlark as the state bird. The decision was made in recognition of the bird's distinctive calls and its prevalence throughout Oregon's grasslands and prairies.