The American Missionary — Volume 34, No. 1, January, 1880

"The American Missionary — Volume 34, No. 1, January, 1880" by Various is a chronicle of late 19th-century missionary work, spotlighting the efforts of the American Missionary Association to uplift marginalized communities such as Freedmen, Native Americans, and Chinese immigrants living in the USA. The narrative opens with renewed hope after financial difficulties, emphasizing the critical role of education and faith in fostering social change; it calls for greater support to expand educational programs and church facilities to meet growing community needs. Centered on individual stories of dedication and achievement from schools, teachers and students, the publication paints a vivid picture of education's transformative power during this period.