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8. Our standard EXCLUDES in all ordinary cases:
1. Invalids:
2. Novices:
3. Persons of marked eccentricities:
4. The unconverted in heart.

It approves:
1. Sincere christianity:
2. Superior common sense:
3. Sound bodily health:
4. A genuine missionary spirit:
5. A cheerful and patient temper:
6. The very highest professional skill. For preachers, we do not desire men who wish they could preach; nor for teachers, persons who hope to learn how to teach.

9. Applicants should always send a statement showing:
1. The full name:
2. Age:
3. Whether married or not:
4. Church relation:
5. Home post-office:
6. Length of time for which employment is desired:
7. Past and present state of health:
8. Amount and kind of experience in the work applied for:
9. Preference for field, if any:
10. Skill in vocal music:
11. The names of at least two persons thoroughly acquainted with the applicant in the premises, and, if possible, known at this office, with whom correspondence can be opened.

Applications not answered within fifteen days, are declined.

JACOB R. SHIPHERD,
SECRETARY.

AMERICAN MISSIONARY ASSOCIATION,
29, Lombard Block,
Chicago, Ills.