The American Missionary — Volume 36, No. 6, June, 1882

"The American Missionary — Volume 36, No. 6, June 1882" by Various is a historical publication written in the late 19th century. It serves as a journal dedicated to the missionary efforts of the American Missionary Association, focusing on the education and upliftment of recently freed African Americans and other marginalized groups in the United States. The publication provides insights into the challenges and triumphs of missionary work during this transformative time in American history. At the start of the journal, the focus is on various educational and missionary initiatives, documenting the financial growth of the American Missionary Association and highlighting significant donations aimed at supporting black education. Contributions from benefactors like John F. Slater are celebrated, emphasizing the importance of educational institutions for the African American community. The opening also illustrates various topics covered in the issue, such as editorial discussions on colored journalism in the South, plans for universities in the region, reports on mission work among Freedmen, and reflections on both fundraising efforts and community activities. These themes set the stage for an exploration of the societal changes and educational challenges faced during the post-emancipation era. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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