This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
Controversial Inland Canal Idea Draws Michigan Skepticism
The piece argues against a proposed 280 mile inland canal linking Lake Michigan and Lake Erie. It cites Congress action in 1945 and notes strong local opposition in Michigan, preferring continued emphasis on Great Lakes shipping and existing waterways. It recalls historical canal efforts and stresses Michigan pride and economic ties to Great Lakes transport.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Army
Lake Michigan
Lake Erie
Congress
Roosevelt
Toledo
Chicago
Ohio
Indiana
Detroit River
Lake St. Clair
Lake Huron
Michigan
Indiana State Legislative Board of the Brotherhood of Locomotive Firemen
Great Lakes
Sault Ste. Marie
Utica
Rochester
Clinton-Kalamazoo
Utica Milling Company
New York State
Clinton
Kalamazoo
Stevens T. Magon
Bloomer State Park
Shiawassee
St. Joseph
Thornapple
Huron
Lookingglass
Grand
Mason
Lower Peninsula
Red Cedar
Upper Peninsula
Lansing
Sixtee