The American Missionary — Volume 44, No. 01, January, 1890

"The American Missionary — Volume 44, No. 01, January, 1890" by Various is a historical journal that offers a window into late 19th-century missionary work. Published by the American Missionary Association, the journal highlights their efforts to support and uplift groups such as African Americans, Native Americans, and Chinese immigrants through education and religious guidance. The publication opens with hopeful New Year's messages alongside earnest appeals for support in the association’s ongoing mission. Articles emphasize the transformative power of education and Christian teachings in bettering the lives of African Americans, while field reports bring to light the day-to-day work being done with different communities, showing both the successes and the struggles of fostering change in a divided nation.