Alluccessful Fdfmiila for CHEMICAL PUNT LOCATION Like all good formulas this one has been proven over and over again by actual practice. In West Virginia the chemical industry has grown, flourished and prospered. Vast installations and tremendous investments by major companies show this to be so. is the symbol that stands for resources—which abound in great variety in West Virginia and in great abundance. From West Virginia's brines, natural gas, water and coal a new field in chemical development was originated. the second letter of the formula represents one of West Virginia's greatest gifts to industries — its central location. This location is advantageous not only in one direction but in 4— the markets and people of the East, West, North and South are within a day's journey of West Virginia's borders. is for the power every industry needs and in West Virginia your plant can have power in abundance, whether you wish to use coal, electricity or natural gas. West Virginia's utilities are cooperative and have undergone great development in recent years. Here you find power at its source. is for two of West Virginia's most important assets — its workmen and water. Industry coming into West Virginia has found that the labor supply, besides being adequate and dependable, is adaptable, quick to learn and quick to produce. Important tributaries of two great river systems rise in the state, plus water from prolific shallow wells suitable for many industrial uses. is for the hand-maiden of industry — transportation. West Virginia is fortunate in having navigable waterways. Its railroads make fast connections with the principal cities everywhere. Motor freight speeds over modern highways, including a new turnpike which will save every shipper time and money. Also an important part of West Virginia's list of advantages is its even climate — and West Virginia in every way, is a good place to do business and live. I n d u s t r i e s w h o s e p l a n s i n c l u d e e x p a n s i o n o r dispersion, should inquire about the State o f Progress . . . West Virginia. Write or phone: Executive Di' ctor, West Virginia Industrial and Publicity C o m m i s s i o n , State Capitol Building, R o o m 31)0 , Charleston 5, West Virginia. VOLUME
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