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School Board meeting on Milwaukee segregation – A Roll

Summary:

Segment of Milwaukee School Board meeting on issues relating to desegregation. Melodie Wilson discusses items on the agenda: integration of Vincent High School (against John Gronouski’s proposal); a vote on closing North Division High School until the new school construction is completed; a vote on sources for teacher salaries; enrollment numbers for school integration; and the transfer policy. The School Board’s attorney, Laurence Hammond, explains how its plans of integration is in conflict with the Constitution.

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Series: Special Report and Other Footage
Date: May 4, 1976
Reporter: Melodie Wilson
Film Segment: 1
Film Reel: SR316
Start/Stop Time: 00:00:00 - 00:01:41
Soundtrack: Magnetic
B/W or Color: Color
Positive/Negative: Positive
Condition: Good
Script: No
Access Copy: WTMJ_reports_SR316_cs.mp4
Citation: [ CREATE A BRIEF TITLE BASED ON SUMMARY PROVIDED ], May 4, 1976, Special Report and Other Footage, Milwaukee Journal Stations Records, Milwaukee Mss Collection 203, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Libraries, Archives Department.
Rights: Copyright © WTMJ-TV