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5 Fun Facts About October 6 In Utah History
1. In 1870, the first female lawyers in Utah were admitted to the bar. They were Seraph Young and Lula Redmond, and they paved the way for women's rights and empowerment in the state. 2. In 1927, the Sheepherder Hill Fire broke out in Wyoming and rapidly spread across state...
5 Fun Facts About October 5 In Utah History
1. The first passenger train arrived in Utah on October 5, 1869, marking a significant moment in the state's transportation history. The train traveled from the east coast to Utah via the newly completed Transcontinental Railroad. 2. On October 5, 1895, Utah's Alta ski resort was established, making it one...
5 Fun Facts About October 4 In Utah History
1. In 1824, trapper Jedediah Smith became the first white man to enter the Utah Valley when he crossed the Wasatch Mountains on October 4. Smith was exploring new fur trapping territories in the west and documented his expedition across the mountains and through the valley in his journal. 2....
5 Fun Facts About October 3 In Utah History
1. In 1863, the first Utah territorial election was held. This election marked the beginning of more representative government in Utah, as the territory previously had been governed by appointed officials. 2. On October 3, 1873, Brigham Young University (BYU) was established in Provo, Utah. Originally called Brigham Young Academy,...
5 Fun Facts About October 2 In Utah History
1. Utah's First Newspaper Was Published on October 2, 1850 Utah's first newspaper, the Deseret News, was published on October 2, 1850. Originally a weekly newspaper, it became a daily in 1867 and continues to operate today. 2. The Salt Lake Theater Opened on October 2, 1862 The Salt Lake...
5 Fun Facts About October 1 In Utah History
1. Utah became a state on October 1, 1896. Utah was the 45th state admitted into the Union. This was a significant moment in Utah's history, as it marked the end of a long struggle for statehood that began in the mid-1800s. 2. The first presidential debate in Utah's history...
5 Fun Facts About September 30 In Utah History
1. The birth of Brigham Young: September 30th marks the birth of Brigham Young, a prominent leader of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and the governor of Utah Territory from 1850 to 1857. He is credited with the establishment of settlements throughout the western United States, including...
5 Fun Facts About September 29 In Utah History
1. In 1851, the first-ever fair was held in Salt Lake City. The fair showcased agricultural and mechanical products and was considered to be a major success. The fair was held annually until 1899 when it was discontinued due to financial reasons. 2. On September 29, 1908, the first transcontinental...
5 Fun Facts About September 28 In Utah History
1. On September 28, 1903, the Salt Lake City and County Building was dedicated. The building, designed by architect Richard K.A. Kletting, is considered one of Utah's most significant architectural achievements and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. 2. In 1917, the first issue of The Daily...
5 Fun Facts About September 27 In Utah History
1. In 1850, the Salt Lake City Council designated a site for a new statehouse, the first public building to be constructed in Utah. This site was later abandoned in favor of the current location at Capitol Hill. 2. On September 27, 1880, the first electric street lights were installed...
5 Fun Facts About September 26 In Utah History
1. In 1852, Brigham Young and other church leaders announced the establishment of the Perpetual Emigration Fund, a program that helped pay for Mormon immigrants to make their way to Utah. 2. In 1903, the first intercollegiate football game in the state was played between the University of Utah and...
5 Fun Facts About September 25 In Utah History
1. On September 25, 1896, Utah was admitted as the 45th state in the United States. It was the first state to be admitted after the original 13 colonies. 2. In 1920, construction began on the Colorado River Aqueduct, which spans 242 miles from the Colorado River in Arizona to...