During the Black Hawk War of 1865, the Pahvant Indians began stealing cattle from the nearby settlement and guards were posted around the clock to protect their livestock. In desperation the settlers sent word to President Brigham Young who authorized them to built a fort. As teams of men were chosen to build the fort, it was decided a contest would help encourage speed in erecting the defensive structure. The winners were to be recipients of a supper and a dance, while the losers had to furnish the food and entertainment.

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