1. North Dakota became a state on November 2, 1889. This means that November 1 would have been one of the last days when North Dakota was still a territory.

2. On November 1, 1923, William Langer was elected as North Dakota's attorney general. Langer would go on to serve as the state's governor from 1932 to 1934 and again from 1937 to 1940. He was known for his populist politics and his battles against corruption.

3. In 1963, a major blizzard hit North Dakota on November 1. The storm dropped as much as 18 inches of snow in some areas, leading to power outages and travel disruptions.

4. November 1 is also All Saints' Day, a Christian holiday that honors all of the saints and martyrs who have died. Many churches in North Dakota would have celebrated this holiday with special services and prayers.

5. In 1982, North Dakota's first female governor, Ruth Meiers, was sworn into office on November 1. Meiers served as governor from 1985 to 1992 and was known for her commitment to education and economic development.