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UTAH.
This Territory is one of the oldest belonging to the United States. The tread of the white man, for the purpose of settlement and the per- mancy of modern civilization, first echoed in it in July, 1817, when a company of pioneer Americans rested their weary limbs and ended their searching pilgrimage, finding a home which they hoped to make permanent in the wilderness of these uncultured valleys. It is situated between latitude 37º and 42º N, and longitude 109° and 114º W. It is bounded on the N. by Idaho Territory, N. E. by a portion of Wyoming Territory, E. by the State of Colorado, S. by Arizona Territory and W. by the State of Nevada. Its general length, N. and S. is about 325 miles, and its breadth 300 miles, giving a superfices of 34,476 square miles, or 51,064,610 acres. It is an immense basin from 4,000 feet to 5,000 feet above sea level, surrounded by mountains which at some points attain the altitude of 8,000 to 12,000 feet. Utah is divided into two un- equal parts by the Wasatch mountains running from N. E. to S. W. The country East of the Wasatch range is more rugged and mountain- us than the portion West of it, and has a greater number of rivers, which mostly flow through steep canyon gorges. The country West of the Wasatch has a number of disconnected valleys, running generally Northerly and Southerly, bounded by low mountains. The South East part of the Territory comprises large and undulating plateaus Nearly all the rivers of Utah, especially the Western part, empty into Great Salt Lake, and have no outlet to the ocean. In the Eastern part the waters flow into Green River, thence into the Colorado River and the Pacific Ocean.
The aspect of the Territory is varied in its appearance, consisting of lofty mountains, picturesque and sublime; valleys rich in soil and productive in all kinds of cereals, fruit and plants; rivers full of life and supplying cheering draughts to the parched land; and lakes of beauty and clearness, mirroring the heavens on their bosoms. The mountains are ever green with the foliage of the living trees on mil- lions of acres, and white in the winter, having caught the snows to
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cover their heads from the cold blasts of the frosty atmosphere, to melt into cheering dr tughts, leaping through the canyons in the Spring to revive the thirsty earth. In the bosoms of the mountains are hidden the riches of the earth, and gold, silver, lead, copper, iron, antimony, mica, sulphur, salt, aud coal in abundance are brought out to enrich the world, and benefit our people annually.
Not only are Utah's mountains the depository of vast and untold riches, its land productive and generous, its air pure and salubrious, its streams full of life and its climate clear, elastic and healthful, em- bracing a choice variety, suited to the many human temperaments ; but the Great Salt Lake is most attractive and wonderful. Fed by the various large streams of fresh water, its water is strongly impregnated with salt, and has no visible outlet Its length is about 8) miles and its breadth 3) miles; but its periphery is very irregular; the surface, however, covers about 2,400 square miles. It is said by some writers that no animal life exists within its waters, but this we think is not correct, for near the margin a low state of organic life has been fre- quently observed called by some artemia salina. This lake is 4,218 ft above sea level ; and it is dotted over with nine islands, the largest of which is 16 miles in length, a few of them rising 3,000 feet out of the lake. During the summer season tens of thousands of persons visit its shore and bathe in its delightful and wholesome waters.
An analysis of the water made in 1877, by Surgeon Smart, U. S. A., showed an imperial gallon to contain about 2112 ounces of saline mat- ter, being about fourteen per centum, as follows:
Common Salt .. 11.735
Lime Carbonate
.016
Lime Sulphate.
.073
Epson Salt
1.123
Chloride of Magnesia
.843
Percentage of Solids 13.790
Water
86.210
100
It compares with other saline waters, thus:
WATER.
SOLIDS.
Atlantic Ocean
96.5
3.5
Mediterranean Sea ..
96.2
3,8
Dead Sea
.76.
24.
Great Salt Lake
86.
14.
It was known to exist in 1869, but only by the uncertain description gathered from the Indians by Baron La Hortan. Col. J. C. Fremont in 1842, floated on its waters in his India-rubber punt, the first, likely, in this generation of man that glided over its surface. In 1850, Capt. Stansbury explored its shores and Islands, and gave an interesting and particular description of it to the world. Utah began to be the home of civilization in 1817, when a band of 163 American citizens
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rested their tired feet on what is now known as Temple block in Salt Lake City. Uninviting as the aspect then was, they began at once to cultivate the land, and by way of experiment cast in the seed, hoping for a harvest. It was then a part of Mexico, but far from the institu_ tions and influence or protection of that government. These pioneers, however, brought with them the love of their native country and its institutions, and proceeded at as early a moment as practicable to elect and organize a Provisional Government. They thus governed themselves as American citizens from July 1847 to Sep. 9th, 1850, at which latter date an Act of Congress was passed organizing Utah Ter ritory, their memorial prayer of March 8th, 1849 to Congress for a State Government, with the name of DESERET, having been refused. Thus they lived while it was a portion of a Mexican State, and for a time when it became the property of the United states, under its own gov- ernment. without aid or protection but from its own laws and officers. From July 1847 it increased in population annually until in 1850 the inhabitants numbered 11,380, in 136) they nnmbered 40,273, in 1870 there were 86,786, and in 1880 a total of 143,963 souls. From the first the num- ber of Indians residing in Utah was inconsiderable. In the first years they were very few indeed. It is said by an eye witness that they were' very low in the scale of being, living on roots, with fruit and small game. A cluster of these poor creatures that hovered around Salt Lake City, in the winter season, would go of a morning to the Warm Springs, strip and warm themselves in the waters, remaining therein for hours at a time, until the sun arose pouring out his warmth for their saturated skins.
Throughout the whole territory cities, towns and settlements are seen, marked with comfortable homes and fruitful gardens. Year after year improvements increase, and modern dwellings take the place of the former more common houses, giving all an air of comfort, plenty and taste. The taxable property of the Territory amounts to $30,000,- 000; the rates of taxation are low, and in no State or Territory are they so moderate, yet it is entirely free from debt. Institutions of learning exist in every city, and educational interests are discussed every- where. The facilities for a good education are within the reach of the poorest citizens. Seminaries, Academies and high schools abound throughout its borders, and colleges, with the University, open their doors invitingly to ambitious students.
The various religlous denominations are well represented through- out the Territory, and many preachers of eminent talent occupy the pulpits and work assiduously to lead sinners to righteousness, as well as attract numbers to their various faiths. The church of the Latter -- day Saints, as a matter of course, is the most numerous, and meeting houses are erected in all the cities, towns and settlements, where the Elders discourse and teach every Sunday. There is one Temple fin-
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ished, peculiar to this faith, for the private administration of ordin- ances and endowments, said to affect the living and the dead. This is not open for services to the public or mixed audiences. The auditori- ums of the public preaching of the work, and teaching of the Saints consist of tabernacles in the larger towns and meeting houses-one meeting house, at least, being in every Ward throughout the Territory, presided over by a bishop and two counsellors, or assistant-bishops. The Episcopalians, Presbyterians, Congregationalists and Methodists have houses of worship and organizations in many places, and are act- ively engaged in disseminating the principles of their faith in doing good, in endeavoring to lead men and women to God, and in estab- lishing schools and academies. The Baptist church has hitherto been the most unsuccessful of all the christian churches, but lately has shown a praiseworthy persistence in obtaining a position among the churches. The Sabbath day is becomingly respected everywhere, not only as a secular day of rest-its original purpose-but to listen to spir itual teachings and duties consequent on the position and condition of the people, from the lips of those who feel the responsibility of lead- ing mankind to walk the divine path to eternal life.
Railroads intersect and run parallel with each other to the four car- dinal points, and communication with distant parts is easily made ac- cessible.
Previous to the completion of the Pacific Railways, the imports of the Territory, from the most careful computation, were near 12,000 tons yearly, with trifling exports. But the imports and exports, since the Union Pacific and Central Pacific and Utah Central Railroads were completed in 1869, have increased to the enormous amount of 125,000 tons annually-the classes of goods, produce, minerals and machinery, incidental to the growing wants of an increasing community, and the patrons of the comforts, wants, tastes and luxury of our advanced civ- ilization, and valued at near $23,000.000.
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All the advantages of modern civilization are amongst us, and the blessings, comforts and luxuries of the world are laid in our lap speed- ily at low figures and deliciously fresh.
SALT LAKE CITY.
Salt Lake City is the capital of Utah Territory ; and as Paris is said to be France, so it may be said of Salt Lake City, that it is Utah. All its interests, commerce, arts and developments are centered here. Its inhabitants represent all the nationalities that are elsewhere found within its borders. The Legislature meets here, and the chief presiding authorities of its popular church reside here; and most of the schemes and measures, organized for the welfare of the whole, originate and are organized in this cosmopolitan city.
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It is situated in the northeast corner of Salt Lake valley and county, at the western base orslope of a spur of the Wasatch range of moun- tains, running westerly to the river called the Jordan, and about 12 miles east from the southeast corner lines or shores of the Great Salt Lake. The northeastern and eastern wards of this city extend on the bench lands or plateaus of the mountains. It is 4,32) feet above the level of the sea, surrounded on the east by a range of mountains, their rugged and irregular apices ranging from 6,000 to 11,000 feet above the sea level or from 2,000 to 7,000 feet above the level of the city, rising abruptly from the gently inclining slopes that mark the bench lands. The mountains on the northern boundary ap- pear much lower and more regular in formation. The west mountains or Oquirrh range of the valley are comparatively lower than the east- ern, but are about 12 miles south by west of the city. It is located at latitude 40.º 46' 03," north and west Greenwich longitude 112° 03' 08," the variation of the magnetic needle at the base meridian being 16° 32' East.
The city is laid out in square blocks containing ten acres each, in the original nineteen bishops' wards; nine of these blocks forming such a ward to the number of seventeen wards; but the 19th ward comprises many more of these blocks. The 13th, 20th and 21st wards contain blocks of 5 acres each. The streets run east and west, and north and south, of course, intersecting at right angles. The streets of the 19th ward are 132 feet wide each, with sidewalks of 2) feet wide included. The streets of the other wards are narrower as the blocks are smaller. On nearly each side of each street is a narrow channel, through which flow the limpid waters of City Creek, Red Butte or Emigration Canyon, according to the location of those waters. Shade trees are planted by the sides of these narrow streams, which are grate- ful to the pedestrians who tread the distant localities. The water flow- ing so freely, is used for irrigation purposes, for gardens and orchards throughout the city. The land of the city is cultivated largely in the seasons, every house having its little lot and generally orchard, so that, in the early summer, from the high or bench land, the whole city looks like one vast orchard with bloom and flower, and full of fragrance. The streets are named from the Temple block, north and south, east and west-the Temple block being the south-east block of the 17th ward. The streets, in the 20th and 21st wards are named after fruit. as Pine, Chestnut etc, and Mountain streets, and are narrower. The population of Salt Lake City in 1330 was 20,000, and is now about 22,000.
The city has a very efficient and energetic fire department; has extensive water works, whose mains are laid through the principal streets, with a good supply of pure water for culinary purposes and protection from fire. The Salt Lake Gas Company has pipes laid along many streets; and several stores and street corners hold up the grand electric light to the benighted pedestrians.
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The horse-car railroad company have lines laid from the north- west of the city to the south-east, and from north-east to south-west. The lines centre at the square of the streets, intersecting at the Deseret Bank, Emporium, Kimball & Lawrence and Godbe blocks corners, run- ning in eight different directions, leaving the double line between the Emporium and Godbe's corners every half hour, as well as from the terminus of each line. These cars are well patronized by the public, and the wonder now is, that the large city could do without them so long. So popular have they become, that new routes are in contempla- tion, and the older ones are lengthening.
There are several
PLACES OF INTEREST
Throughout the city, which invite the visits of strangers, and public buildings of note which attract tourists and sight-seekers. The Tem- ple block is about the most noted. It is a square of ten acres, sur- rounded by a wall 10 feet high, built of adobes, but plastered, and with a coping of well cut stone, having a broad gate in the centre of each of the north, south, east and west walls. This block contains several buildings erected, and in course of erection, in connection with the worship and practices of the Latter-Day Saints.
THE TEMPLE,
In course of erection, is situated on the eastern part of the block, its main entrance, about 25 feet from the wall, directly in the centre, be- tween north and south walls. It is 200 feet in length, east and west, and 100 feet wide. The foundation is laid 16 feet below the surface of the earth, and is 16 feet in thick ness, built of a reddish quartzite, very hard and durable. This foundation is built on the most scientific principles, in the reversed arch plan, so that the vast weight of the great walls may be distributed equally. The walls built on this foun- dation are 9 feet 9 inches broad. They are of light-colored gray gran- ite, once part of the eternal wal's of the everlasting Wasatch Moun- tains, and taken from Little ( ottonwood Canyon, a distance of 18 miles southeast from the city, brought thither, formerly by oxen, but now by rail. On the 14th day of February, 1853, the ground for the Temple was consecrated, and on the 6th day of April, 1853, the corner stones were laid with solemn and imposing ceremonies. The walls are now (1883) raised about 60 feet from the ground, and will be, accord- ing to the elevations and plan, 100 feet high. They are 6 feet 6 inches thick but will terminate at 5 feet.
This structure is of elegant design and fine proportions, and will be an unique and remarkable building. Three towers will be erected on each end; east and west, the centre ones of which will stand higher than its fellows, rising to an altitude of 200 feet. A circular stairway in each will wind around a column 4 feet in diameter. From the pres- ent appearance of its walls, and the drawings and elevations published,
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this edifice will be a marvel of beauty, strength and solidity. The work has already cost upwards of $3.000,000, and, it is estimated, cannot be fin- ished at less than $10,000,000. It is not designed for public divine services, but for ceremonies peculiar to the Latter-Day Saints' faith, such as washings, anointings, baptisms, ordinations, sealings, prayer . circles and other rites, both for the living and the dead. These ceremonies are now being celebrated in
THE ENDOWMENT HOUSE,
Which is situated on the same block, until the Temple is completed and dedicated. This house, a plain square building of adobes, may be considered as a temporary and miniature temple internally.
Conspicuous to the eyes of the spectator in glancing over the city, from any elevated position, is
THE TABERNACLE.
This is erected on the same block, directly west of the Temple. It is a remarkable piece of architecture, in the form of an ellipse or oval, its transverse diameter being 233 feet and its conjugate 133 feet, in the inside, being 70 feet in height from floor to ceiling. On its 46 pillars made of red sandstone, rests its huge roof, rising dome-shape, in form of a vast ogee or cyma reversa, without the support of pillars, having one single span from end to end and from side to side. This roof is ten feet through, made of heavy lattice work, bolted together in the most skillful and mechanical manner. A spacious gallery is erected inside, occupying about three-fourths of the sides, the west end being occupied by the rostrum; this, alone, capable of accommodating 3,750 persons. The whole building is said to be capable of seating 13.452 persons. There are twenty doors to this edifice, most of which are nine feet wide, and the full congregation can effect an exit in one and a half minutes.
In the west end of the interior is the rostrum, the rows of seats in the centre being graded for the occupancy of the official authorities of the church, from the President to the Bishops. At the rear of the ros- trum is the grand organ, and at the sides, in front of which, are. seats for a choir of a hundred singers. This organ when constructed was the largest instrument built in America, and is now the third largest in the United States. This instrument was wholly built by Utah artisans from material obtained here, with the exception of tlie metal pipes. These pipes number nearly three thousand, the largest of which is two feet square and thirty-two feet long. It is thirty feet deep by thirty feet wide, rising fifty-eight feet to the summits of the great towers. It has three manuals, great and swell, heavily filled. Its tone and volume are full and the edifice, so large in its proportions, enable its power to be appreciated and felt.
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186 Salt Lake City. The next building that strikes the eye is THE SALT LAKE ASSEMBLY HALL, Also erected on this block. It is well-built of granite, squared and pointed, and presents a good substantial appearance. It is 12) fee long by 68 feet broad, the walls rising 33 feet to the square. The central spire is 136 feet in height from the ground and the walls are ornament- ed by twenty graceful minarets, each 21 feet high. From floor to ceil- ing is 40 feet, and a broad gallery encircles the entire hall. The ceiling is adorned with historical and biblical studies in fresco. At the west end stands a fine organ and seats for the choristers. It will seat about 3,500 worshippers, and, being only used for winter and evening meet- ings, it is comfortably heated and lighted. The walls are calsomined in tints, the wainscotting and seats are well grained and the whole in- ternal finish is elaborate and tasteful. This hall cost about $130,000 and presents a pleasing appearance. THE THEATRE Is situated on the corner of First South and First East streets. It is built of rock and adobe, with a handsome granite finish, rather after the Doric style, having massive cornices and fluted pillars, and is an imposing building to the eye. It is 175 feet long and 80 feet wide, and from floor to ceiling is about 40 feet high. It is substantially built and the stockholders are determined to make it commodious, tasteful, useful and safe. The stage is 62 feet deep by 32 feet at the proscenium, fully furnished with scenery (some of which display the finest art and im- agination and best skill,) traps and properties. This theatre has an orchestra, parquette, dress circle, three upper circles and four private boxes-two of the latter on each side of the proscenium. It will seat about 1,500 persons comfortably and is well furnished. It is tastefully and elaborately finished, presenting in its ample lighting a rich ap- pearance. In all its appointments-in dressing rooms, orchestra, stage mechanics and property rooms-it is equal to any theatre on the con- tinent. At the suggestion, and by the instructions of the stockholders, of this grand building, the managers are making many improvements and decorations, as rapidly as possible, throughout its entire interior; and they purpose to expend on it no less a sum, altogether, than $60,000. It is a theatre that the West, and especially Utah, may be justly proud of. Some of the most talented and famed artists of America and Eu- rope have strutted their brief hours upon this stage, and comedians of all comicalities and variable abilities have lived their mimic lives, with corresponding applause and laughter, here also. The theatre is leased by the popular dramatic caterer and sucessful and talented promoter of genuine, entertaining and pure public amusements, Mr. J. H. Haverly, Esq., of Chicago. Messrs. H. B. Claw- son, John 'T. Caine and David Mckenzie are the careful, wise and judi- cious managers. PEIRCE'S BOOK STORE - LARGEST BOOK STORE in the Rocky Mountains. Buy your GENTS' FURNISHING GOODS at GEO. DUNFORD'S, Salt Lake City.
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