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1891 Comprised the Hornby, Alexandra, and Langton Docks, connected with the river by the Canada Basin

Accommodated the largest vessels; used by the transatlantic liners.

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-Comprised the [[Hornby Dock, Liverpool|Hornby]], [[Alexandra Dock, Liverpool|Alexandra]], and [[Langton Dock, Liverpool|Langton Docks]], connected with the river by the [[Canada Basin]]
+Comprised the [[Hornby Dock, Liverpool|Hornby]], [[Alexandra Dock, Liverpool|Alexandra]], and [[Langton Dock, Liverpool|Langton Docks]], connected with the river by the [[Canada Dock, Liverpool|Canada Basin]]
-, is that most recently constructed for the accommodation of the largest class of vessels, and is now used by the great transatlantic liners. The area of the Alexandra Dock, the largest of the group, is about 44 acres, and its quayage 4,000ft. The quays are provided with sheds for the shelter of cargo; these are for the most part 95ft. wide, in one span. On the north quay of the Langton Dock is a double- storey shed, with roof cranes of the kind which will be seen at the Toxteth Dock.
+Accommodated the largest vessels; used by the transatlantic liners.
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