I think it would have helped maintain a slightly larger and more diversified commercial base through the UP and Up North areas.
Enough to make a real difference though?
We will never know.
I wonder what it would be like had a viable Canada Southern remained. Relief for the south of the lake routes could be beneficial today. But of course such an idea is doomed because of 2 border crossings. And it doesn't get you all the way into Chicago either.
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