1. North Dakota Became a State on October 1, 1889
On October 1, 1889, North Dakota became the 39th state to join the Union. The Dakota Territory had been divided into two states, with North Dakota and South Dakota both gaining statehood on the same day.

2. Fargo Was Founded on October 1, 1871
The city of Fargo was founded on October 1, 1871, when the Northern Pacific Railway reached the area. The city was named after William Fargo, who was one of the founders of Wells Fargo & Company.

3. The University of North Dakota Opened on October 1, 1883
The University of North Dakota, located in Grand Forks, opened its doors on October 1, 1883. At the time, the university had just six faculty members and 79 students.

4. The First Railroad in North Dakota Was Completed on October 1, 1872
The first railroad in North Dakota was completed on October 1, 1872. The Fargo and Southern Railroad ran from Fargo to Hankinson, a distance of 64 miles.

5. The 1915 North Dakota State Fair Opened on October 1
The 1915 North Dakota State Fair opened on October 1 in Grand Forks. The fair featured various exhibitions and contests, including a horse racing event that drew a large crowd.