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| Year | Stories |
|---|---|
| 1864 | 1 |
1 story matching skill
Scanning errors are common in old newsprint. Also try:skil, skillet, skillman, ski, kill, sill
- The Walla Walla Valley Boom of 1864
As Civil War refugees flood the territory, Walla Walla sees an influx of skilled professionals and families looking to trade conflict for a fresh start.