1857. . Near this spot was the first fort, the first school, & the first post office in Willapa Valley. We dedicate this marker to the memory of the pioneers who made these things possible. Willapa Chapter D.A.R. 1928.
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Willie Keil Grave. . On the hill behind is the grave of Willie Keil, nineteen year old son of Dr. William Keil, leader of the Bethel Colony that came west to settle here in November, 1855. . . Willie was to have driven the leading team in the wa…