The American Missionary — Volume 34, No. 10, October, 1880

"The American Missionary — Volume 34, No. 10, October, 1880" by Various is a historical journal that captures the endeavors of the American Missionary Association during the late 1800s. It acts as a detailed account of the Association's work through news, reports, and discussions of its initiatives to educate formerly enslaved people, Native Americans, and Chinese populations within America. Focused on advancements in education, personal stories of growth, missionary work, and social observations concerning racial problems and community building, it paints a picture of the period. Opening with a call to action for the Association’s yearly meeting, the journal urges support and teamwork. Editorial notes discuss progress in different missions, such as educational programs for people of color in the South, the support from the Jubilee Singers for Fisk University, and the inspiring achievements of Atlanta's Black communities. This historical publication reflects the challenges and successes in the push for civil rights and education, embodying the dedication to progress and advocacy of that time.