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A rebirth of the
Blackstone Canal?
By Senator Moore
Nearly two centuries ago in 1823, the Massachusetts Legislature authorized the construction of a canal linking Worcester with the port of Providence, Rhode Island. The canal, which began operation between the two cities in October 1828, was 20 feet or more in width, and lined with white stone where necessary. It ascended 451 feet over its 46 mile length, passing through an original 49 locks plus a further 13 locks added after initial construction. The "slack-water" canal intersected the Blackstone River 16 times over its 45-mile course, and ran in the river itself for 10% of its length. These portions proved troublesome since in summer water was sometimes too low for navigation. Each lock was 70 feet long by 10 feet wide and apparently 3-4 feet deep.
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January 25, 2012
Sen. Moore gives Patrick’s address mixed reviews
In his “State of the State Address,” Governor Deval Patrick, on Monday night, touted how far the Bay State has come in recent years as it managed its way through the “Great Recession stating, “The strength of our progress is an indisputable fact,” he said. “Things are better in Massachusetts than in most other places. But that doesn’t mean they are good enough.”
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January 24, 2012
State and local officials asked to suggest topics for President’s speech
Sen. Moore offers input for “State of the Union” address
President Barack Obama will stand before the nation Tuesday night with a State of the Union address designed to reframe the election-year debate on his terms, suggesting a stark contrast with his opponents on the economy and promising fairness and help for hurting families.
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January 20, 2012
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Sen. Moore welcomes Ken Trajanowski to the State House
Sen. Richard T. Moore, D-Uxbridge, welcomed Ken Trajanowski of
Northbridge to the State House recently. Ken, who serves as the Veterans
Agent for Douglas, Northbridge, Sutton and Uxbridge attended the 22nd annual
Veterans lunch sponsored by Speaker of the House Robert A. DeLeo,
D-Winthrop.
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