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The Freedmen of the South

History of American slavery and emancipation, tracing its origins, political entanglements, and the condition of freedmen—covering the Freedmen's Bureau, missionary schools, and future prospects.
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William Slater

Biographical sketches (1888–1930) of ministers of the Reformed Presbyterian Church of North America, with institutional histories, missionary lists, congregation dates, and portraits.
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Some Loving Tributes to Dr. T.M. Slater

Obituary and tributes for Dr. T. M. Slater (1869–1951), praising his faithful ministry, fellowship with the Spirit, and opposition to secret societies. Includes notice of World Temperance Sabbath.

Thomas Melville Slater, D.D.

Biographical sketches and institutional records of Reformed Presbyterian ministers (successor to Thompson's Sketches), covering ministers, presbyteries, congregations, and missionaries from 1930–1963.

Thomas Melville Slater, D.D.

Biographical sketches of ministers of the Reformed Presbyterian Church of North America (1888–1930), detailing ordinations, pastoral careers, institutions, missions, and family information.
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A Message from the Moderator

1921 Christian Nation issue: reports on Hohenzollern memoirs, rise of Christian labor unions opposing socialism, postal welfare, and a Moderator's message on Presbyterian polity and Synod budgeting.
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Historical Sketch of Seattle Congregation

1914 Christian Nation issue: critiques Home Rule as a triumph for Rome, promotes an Every Member Canvass for stewardship, and recounts the Seattle Covenanter congregation's 1891 schism and faithful remnant.
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Out of the Wilderness

Overview of Southern Presbyterian Home Missions after the Civil War, urging evangelism and church extension amid industrialization, immigration, urbanization, and frontier challenges.
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Ashbel Green Simonton (1833–1867)

Princeton alumnus Ashbel Green Simonton (1833–1867) pioneered Presbyterian Calvinist missions in Brazil from 1859, establishing lasting Protestant work and preaching justification by faith.

Mrs. F.E. Simcox, née M. Gilson

Biographical roll of Christian heroes martyred in China in 1900, with survivor narratives, portraits, and accounts of missionaries' faith, service, and family sacrifice.

Rev. F.E. Simcox

Compilation of biographies and survivor narratives of Christian missionaries martyred in China in 1900, with portraits and illustrations.

The Blessed Way

Early 20th‑century A. J. Showalter gospel songbook (The Blessed Way), a devotional collection of gospel hymns for congregational and personal use.
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The Best Gospel Songs and Their Composers

Catalog and preface (c.1904) for A.J. Showalter gospel songbooks: descriptions, publication details, prices, and an index of hymns, composers, and song titles for church and Sunday school.
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Andrew Shiland, D.D.

Necrological report recording the life and ministry of Andrews Hiland, D.D. (1820–1901): Presbyterian pastor, Princeton Seminary alumnus, educator, and General Assembly commissioner.

African Handicrafts and Superstitions

William H. Sheppard records Bakuba and Zap‑po‑Zap handicrafts, housing, weaving, smoking, and ritual superstitions—witch‑doctor trials and sacred objects—an early missionary ethnography.
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An African Daniel

April 1915 Missionary Survey (Presbyterian) covering home and foreign missions, Christian education and ministerial relief; features African convert Katembua, mountain missions, and junior pages.
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“Give Me Thine Hand”: Founder’s Day Address

William H. Sheppard's Founder's Day address at Hampton Institute praises General Armstrong's vision and recounts Hampton's role in educating and sending Black, Native, and African missionaries and leaders.
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Yesterday, To-Day, and To-Morrow in Africa

Reports on Negro economic uplift and the National Negro Business League, the 1910 Hampton Negro Conference's call for cooperative improvement, and missionary growth in Kassai, Africa.
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