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diversification flourishes. Avondale... The yard where From a small ship repair yard in 1938 with a handful of employees, Avondale Shipyards has grown to be recognized as one of the major marine construction facilities in the nation. This growth has been made possible by the combined talents of men and women working together creatively to win contracts, to render on time service and delivery, and to gain the confidence of thousands of customers. Today, Avondale's facilities include Main Yard, Harvey Repair, Propeller Manufacturing, Service Foundry, Standard Paint, Stan-Blast, Bayou Black, Steel Sales, Industrial Division and Avoncraft. 1 SHIPYARDS, INC. P. 0. Box 50280, New Orleans, La. (70150), Phone 504-776-2121 July 1, 1971 35