Bertha Boykin Todd discusses the life and work of fellow educator L.S. Williams who was known for being a disciplinarian and having high expectations for her students.

Ms. Williams (1907 - 2000) was a Wilmington native first educated at Peabody Elementary. She was the Valedictorian at Williston Industrial in 1926 and wanted to be a teacher her entire life. Williams returned to Williston to teach English in the 1930s. She also taught Latin and Sociology. The 1958 Willistonian was dedicated to her with the class writing, she "endeavored to help every boy and girl whom she has taught to grow into responsible adulthood."

L.S. Williams oral history interview: Duke