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Lorain Port Plans Accelerate Great Lakes Trade Growth
Upstream harbor tour describes changes since 1807 Nathan Perry Jr. trading post era. New Lorain Port Authority aims to expand waterfront facilities, attract inland industries, and boost Great Lakes cargo. Army Corps of Engineers adds breakwaters and river straightening while new rail bridge work and shipyard activity illustrate a growing port complex.
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Lorain
NEW Port Authority
Great Lakes
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
Nathan Perry JR