The American Missionary — Volume 42, No. 11, November, 1888

"The American Missionary — Volume 42, No. 11, November, 1888" by Various is a historical publication likely produced in the late 19th century. This volume serves as a newsletter of the American Missionary Association and primarily discusses its missionary work across various demographics in the United States, including African Americans, Native Americans, and the Chinese community, while highlighting the organization's educational initiatives, challenges, and financial needs. The opening of the publication outlines the financial state of the Association, detailing a notable deficit and an appeals for donations while expressing gratitude for past support. It emphasizes the ongoing endeavors to promote education and missionary work among marginalized communities, detailing correspondence from contributors sharing their own personal sacrifices to support the cause. Following this, the newsletter touches on specific events like the Mohonk Conference, discusses the impact of yellow fever on schools, and lays the groundwork for topics such as ordinations and missionary reports, reflecting on the broader socio-political context of American society at the time.

The American Missionary — Volume 42, No. 11, November, 1888, by Various. Republished by OpenStories from Project Gutenberg eBook #13584.