The American Missionary — Volume 50, No. 6, June, 1896 offers a fascinating look into the world of missionary work in the late 19th century. The articles contained within provide firsthand accounts of the challenges and triumphs faced by missionaries as they sought to spread Christianity and aid those in need.
One particularly compelling article recounts the efforts of a missionary in a remote village, where they found themselves facing hostility and resistance from the local population. The writer's vivid descriptions draw the reader into the scene, highlighting the perseverance and dedication required to carry out such work.
The publication also sheds light on the social and political issues of the time, including discussions on race relations and the impact of industrialization on marginalized communities. These insightful pieces provide valuable context for understanding the broader historical backdrop against which missionary work occurred.
Overall, The American Missionary — Volume 50, No. 6, June, 1896 is a thought-provoking and informative read that offers a window into a pivotal period in American history. It serves as a reminder of the enduring importance of compassion, outreach, and understanding in the pursuit of a more just and equitable society.
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The American Missionary Volume 50, No. 6, June 1896by Various
Edition 1, (November 21, 2006)
CONTENTS
Editorial The Jubilee Year Fund. FIFTY DOLLAR JUBILEE SHARES. THE ACCEPTABLE MITES. NO COLOR LINE IN CLEVELAND. ORANGE PARK NORMAL AND INDUSTRIAL SCHOOL IN FLORIDA CLOSED BY THE SHERIFF. OUR CHURCHES. THE TALENTED TENTH. ALASKA MISSION. The South. HISTORY OF A CHURCH IN ALABAMA. MEETINGS AMONG THE HILLS AND AT A CONVICT CAMP. A BRIGHT AND CANDID VIEW OF OUR MOUNTAIN WORK. REVIVALS. ITEMS FROM THE FIELD. The Indians. REVIVAL LIBERAL CONTRIBUTIONS. Crow Agency, Montana The Chinese. Jubilee Year Fund, Additional Shares. RECEIPTS FOR APRIL, 1896. WOMAN'S STATE ORGANIZATIONS
NEW YORK:
PUBLISHED BY THE AMERICAN MISSIONARY ASSOCIATION, Bible House, Ninth St. and Fourth Ave., New York.
Price, 50 Cents a Year in advance.
Entered at the Post Office at New York N. Y., as second class mail matter.
AMERICAN MISSIONARY ASSOCIATION.
PRESIDENT, MERRILL E. GATES, LL.D., MASS.
Vice presidents.
REV. F. A. NOBLE, D.D., Ill. REV. HENRY HOPKINS, D.D., Mo. REV. ALEX. MCKENZIE, D.D., Mass. REV. HENRY A. STIMSON, D.D., N. Y. REV. WASHINGTON GLADDEN, D.D., Ohio.
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