Almedia Burwell Dinkins (1890-1967) and her husband, William Hovey Dinkins (1890-1977), typified the Black middle-class in Selma, Alabama. Both came from well-to-do families and were college educated. Mrs. Dinkins taught music, as was common for women of her race and socioeconomic standing. Dr. Dinkins was an administrator at Selma University. Their three children later pursued higher education and professional careers.