The American Missionary — Volume 42, No. 04, April, 1888

"The American Missionary — Volume 42, No. 04, April, 1888" by Various, is a collection outlining the work of the American Missionary Association in the late 1800s, dedicated to racial equality, education, and social change following the Civil War. It emphasizes funding and support for the African American community, conveys the importance of Christian values, and focuses on educational needs for marginalized groups, particularly in the South’s mountain regions and Native American communities. The work mourns someone who was important to the missionaries, calls for greater funding, and highlights the potential of educational and reform work through missionary efforts. The collection begins in a serious tone, emphasizing the need for missionary work to create significant social change through education.