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1. 1860 - The first telegraph in Utah was installed in Salt Lake City, connecting the territory to the rest of the country.
2. 1873 - The University of Utah was founded in Salt Lake City, becoming the state's flagship institution of higher education.
3. 1912 - The first automobile race in Utah was held in Salt Lake City, with the winner completing the 10-mile course in under 14 minutes.
4. 1944 - The LDS Church announced plans to construct a new temple in Ogden, which would become the state's fourth temple.
5. 1994 - The Utah Jazz defeated the Los Angeles Lakers in their season opener, marking the beginning of a successful season that saw the team reach the NBA Finals.
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