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Broad View of River's Usefulness and Nine Foot Channel
A Clinton-addressed view by Major R A Wheeler argues the Upper Mississippi nine foot channel will carry more tonnage than any other river section. He cites diverse bulk cargoes and rail avoidance, noting examples from Pittsburgh to Memphis and Houston where water routes boost industry and reduce rail traffic.
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Halleck W. Stan
Mississippi River
R. A. Wheeler
Rock Island
Clinton
Northwest
Midwest
Minnesota
West Coast
Panma Canal
Baltimore
Cedar Rapids
Pacific Coast
Iowa
Texas
Chile
Germany
Tennessee
Florida
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Ohio River
Memphis
Mississippi
Houston
Manchester
Severn
Frankfort