John R Larkins

The Negro Population of North Carolina: Social and Economic: Special Illustrated Edition John R Larkins

Publisher Marketing: Although North Carolina long has officially worked for the improvement of conditions among its Negro citizens there still remain depressing situations calling for attention. Some of these conditions are even now in the process of correction and betterment. Through the State's appreciation of its responsibility to all citizens, together with the spirit of interracial cooperation and good will that prevails, much has already been accomplished. Especially noticeable is the current trend and effort toward wiping out the differential in salaries paid Negro and white teachers in the State's educational system. Again the current study leading to the betterment of health conditions and providing a modern system of medical care for all citizens of the State will include the needs of the Negroes of North Carolina. Provision of facilities for the feeble-minded Negroes is being looked into, and without doubt some action in this respect will be taken in the near future. The State has authorized the establishment of an institution for delinquent Negro girls, the need for which has long been recognized. Attainment of these nearby goals will place North Carolina in the forefront and a little closer to the time when facilities will be provided to meet the needs of all groups of the State's population. Contributor Bio:  M, J I am Lynne Williamson: a mother, wife and former teacher. I taught in the public school system at the elementary level for 20 years. I have a B. S. Ed. majoring in Early Childhood Education and M. Ed. majoring in Reading. I graduated from the master's program as a member of Kappa Delta Pi, an educational honor society whose membership is limited to the top 10 percent entering the field of education. I have recently become certified as a spiritual counselor. I have always loved reading and writing. It is my hope that everyone who reads this book will find something positive that they can take with them.