The American Missionary — Volume 32, No. 05, May, 1878

The American Missionary — Volume 32, No. 05, published in May 1878, is a periodical journal focusing on the efforts of the American Missionary Association (AMA) to educate and uplift marginalized communities in the United States, including freedmen, Native Americans, and Chinese immigrants. This issue discusses the challenges faced by the AMA, including calls for more female missionaries, financial reports, and updates from various mission fields. It highlights the association's work in schools and churches, addressing broader social issues such as poverty and the need for moral education, while advocating for social reform and missionary outreach.