1. The Provo Tabernacle was completed in 1898 on February 19th. The building was celebrated for its impressive architecture, which featured a dome, a tower, and a spacious interior.
2. On February 19, 1854, the Territorial Legislature of Utah passed a bill to regulate liquor sales. The legislation introduced a licensing system for the sale of alcohol, which required sellers to obtain a permit from the local government.
3. The Utah State Capitol building was opened on February 19, 1916. The newly constructed building replaced the old territorial capitol, which had become too small for the growing state government.
4. In 2002, the Winter Olympics were held in Salt Lake City. On February 19th of that year, the men's bobsled competition was held. The Swiss team won the gold medal, while the American team won the silver.
5. On February 19, 1942, President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed Executive Order 9066, which authorized the internment of Japanese Americans during World War II. Approximately 11,000 Japanese Americans living in Utah were affected by the order.
5 Fun Facts About February 19 In Utah History
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