The Etymology of ‘Yelm’ and Mount ‘Rainier’

By Ed Bergh
Posted 3/21/14

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

The entry reads, “Rode to Yelm Ferry …

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