FREE: The American Sunday School Union Hymn Book - 1898

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GOSPEL HOSANNAS - A Choice Collection of Hymns and Tunes for use in Evangelistic, Brotherhood and Mission Meetings, Sunday School, Etc.

Compiled by John R. Sweney and J. Howard Entwisle. The American Sunday-School Union * The Union Press 1122 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia * Copyright 1898

Hymn book is in great condition for age. There is yellowing of pages but thats normal with age. There are two small tears: one on binder and one on the back page (see pictures). No pen or pencil markings! There are 115 songs with index in back pages.

With roots in the First Day Society (founded 1790), the American Sunday School Union officially formed in 1817 as the “Sunday and Adult School Union.” In addition to its primary work of starting Sunday schools in rural communities, the Sunday and Adult School Union became known for its publications and its ticket reward system for Sunday school students who memorized Scripture. Several people influential in the United States during the 19th century, including Francis Scott Key, Associate Supreme Court Justice Bushrod Washington, and U.S. Mint Director James Pollock, served as officers of the mission; many others supported the mission in other ways.

In 1974, the ASSU changed its name to “American Missionary Fellowship” to reflect a broader ministry range.