Yelm is a simple sounding word that first appeared in written form in, “The Nisqually Journal,”  (maintained at Fort Nisqually) in May 17, 1849.  

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Traditionally, one of the popular items found in a community newspaper such as the Nisqually Valley News is a section devoted to the past.

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