The American Missionary — Volume 36, No. 10, October, 1882

This volume offers a vivid glimpse into the bustling life of a late‑19th‑century religious organization, chronicling the upcoming annual meeting in Cleveland with its packed agenda of reports, sermons, and high‑profile addresses. Readers will hear the concerns of a treasury short by twenty‑four thousand dollars, the practical “arithmetical problem” of reviving dormant congregations, and the earnest calls for timely support from members across the country.

The issue also highlights the association’s expanding educational thrust, announcing the appointment of a seasoned professor to guide teachers and improve school discipline. It details negotiations to hand a proposed Hong Kong mission to a partner board, while reinforcing the strategic link between Western coastal work and overseas outreach. Brief reports follow a series of missionary gatherings held in upstate New York, underscoring a network of clergy and lay leaders eager to spread their message.

Scattered throughout are excerpts from contemporary articles that capture the period’s moral urgency and the heartfelt drive to “feed the millions of China with the bread of life.