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No author given - The Hennepin Canal. (Caption Title)

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No Place, No publisher. Pamphlet. The Hennepin Canal. (Caption Title). No publisher, place or date. Pamphlet, perhaps lacking wrappers. Pagination runs 3-12, with a fold out supplement page in the rear. Text complete. A short work discussing the upcoming construction of the Hennepin Canal, suggesting that the eastern terminus at the Illinois River to be constructed first, with the terminus in the Mississippi River to be selected after consideration of surveys. The Hennepin Canal was originally conceived of in the 1830s as a way to connect the Illinois River to the Mississippi River, enabling a greater trade in commerce through more transportation options. Politics, war and other obstacles delayed its construction until the 1890s. Completed in 1907, it operated in limited capacity until the early 1950s. After shutting down, it eventually became a recreational area. GOOD condition. General toning. Minor soiling. Small tear at the lower fore edge. Some creasing and wrinkling. Good .
USD 43.00 [Appr.: EURO 40 | £UK 34 | JP¥ 6754] Book number 017026

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