1. On November 30, 1731, the town of Smithfield, Rhode Island was incorporated. Smithfield was named for one of the original landowners, John Smith, and is home to the historic Smith-Appleby House Museum.

2. The Rhode Island Supreme Court issued a ruling on November 30, 1846 that set the precedent for judicial review of domestic relations cases in the state. The case, Smith v. Smith, established that the court had the power to grant divorces based on evidence of "cruel and barbarous treatment" even if the parties had not been separated for two years as required by previous law.

3. On November 30, 1902, East Providence, Rhode Island became a city. The town had previously been known as "Rumford" and was named for its abundant supply of firewood.

4. The first-ever National Grange Convention was held in Washington, D.C. on November 30, 1868. The Grange was a national organization of farmers that aimed to improve their economic and social conditions. It was founded in 1867 in Rhode Island by Oliver Hudson Kelley.

5. Rhode Island Governor James H. Higgins was born on November 30, 1882 in Providence. Higgins served as governor from 1929 to 1933 and was known for his efforts to reduce state debt and increase funding for education.