<p>William T. Powers built the West Side Power canal in 1866-67 to provide power to his factory, the Powers & Ball sash and door operation. The power canal was used until 1955.</p>

William T. Powers built the West Side Power canal in 1866-67 to provide power to his factory, the Powers & Ball sash and door operation. The power canal was used until 1955.

<p>William T. Powers built the West Side Power canal in 1866-67 to provide power to his factory, the Powers &amp; Ball sash and door operation. The power canal was used until 1955.</p>

West Side Power Canal

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West Side Power Canal

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