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"Over 10 million tons of commerce was carried on the canal during its 66 years in existence. Grain, lumber, building stone, nails and spikes, and farm machinery accounted for most of the tonnage. The Illinois and Michigan Canal was the most important factor in the development of northern Illinois." (Illinois-Michigan Canal Story, p.4)
Updated March 1, 2000
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