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

A snapshot of an 1888 missionary magazine, this volume brings together a lively mix of editorials, personal letters, and reports that reveal how a national religious organization pursued education and relief across the United States and abroad. The opening pages set the tone with a thank‑you to donors, a call for continued support, and a vivid sense of urgency as the Association strives to keep schools and churches afloat during leaner summer months.

Within the issue readers will find an evangelist’s letter from the South, a thoughtful account of work among Chinese communities, and a feature on the “Black Woman of the South” that underscores both struggle and hope. A dedicated bureau of women’s work shares its latest initiatives, while younger readers enjoy a short story about “What Susie Found at Tougaloo” and a poignant note from an Indian pupil. Interspersed with modest financial notices, the publication offers a rich, contemporary portrait of faith‑driven service in a rapidly changing world.