# Betty Jean Hall, Who Fought for Coal-Mining Jobs for Women, Dies at 78

- Published: 2024-08-30T19:12:39Z
- Updated: 2026-07-07T23:19:29Z
- Section: jobs
- Language: English (en)
- Source: The New York Times — https://www.nytimes.com/2024/08/29/us/betty-jean-hall-dead.html
- Tags: The New York Times · Jobs
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She was a fiery lawyer from eastern Kentucky who charged coal companies with discrimination for their refusal to hire women. Her campaign was a success.

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