Extract from a home letter by Grace McClurg, written on a river boat and in which she describes actions Fukien has taken against bandits while traveling, actions of Buddhist vegetarians on board, and securing a ride in a "sedan chair" for the journey.
Letter from Grace McClurg to her family describing the local political situation, including local children being taken for ransom by bandits and local magisterial limitations on travel by foreigners out of concern for their safety.
Letter from Grace McClurg to Mrs. Thomas, reacting to Mrs. Thomas' travel plans, describing a school girl who has become like and adopted daughter, general mission work, and commentary on local politics and government.
Printed letter from Grace McClurg to "Springfield District Women" in which she summarizes the highlights of her work and the events of the previous months and year in the mission, including construction, travel, politics, and more.
Letter from T.Y.H. to Grace McClurg talking about a number of individuals in the mission and discussing Ging-long's desire to be a soldier rather than a teacher.
Kuo H. Chang's letter to Grace McClurg in which he discusses her new Sunday School, his work establishing four summer schools in Foochow, and a shooting in Shanghai.
Khang’s letter to McClurg discusses the status of Hinghwa students as well as his future study plans. Much of the letter is written in another language.
Unidentified sender discusses troubles in the Hinghwa region with anti-church rhetoric. Also discusses a young girl who was in need of assistance going back to school.
Kuo Chang’s letter to Grace McClurg discusses the strikes and activities of the Fukien Student Association as well as the issues between the students of Church schools and Government schools.
Letter from Grace McClurg to her family in which she describes military movements, quiet streets when there isn't any fighting, giving soldiers a safe place to sleep, and overnight looting as well as activities associated with the running of the mission: making bouquets of sweet pea flowers grown…