Today in Mormon History - Jan 17

while the First Presidency, the Twelve, the Seventy, and the Councilors of Kirtland and Zion are gathered together in conference, "the gift of tongues came on us also, like the rushing of a mighty wind". Five days later the gift of tongues again comes to this group "in mighty power". (1)
-- 175 years ago - Jan 17, 1836

The Utah Southern Railway Company was organized, with Wm. Jennings as president. (2)
-- 140 years ago - Jan 17, 1871 (Tuesday)

The Louisville Stake, the first stake in Kentucky, is organized, with Henry H. Griffith as president. (3)
-- 40 years ago - Jan 17, 1971

1 - This Day in Mormon History, http://www.advent-adam.com/jakestand.html
2 - Jenson, Andrew, Church Chronology
3 - The Woodland Institute 'On This Day Historical Database,' http://www.woodlandinstitute.com