Memoirs of William Miller - Sylvester Bliss

at figures, a man of great mental power, might
make a noise in the world, has no personal
enemies; if he has enemies, it is not because they
know him, but on account of his opinions.”
At the close of the examination his blindfold
was removed, and he was introduced to Mr. Miller,
to the no small amusement of the company.
They arrived in New York on the evening of
the 6th of February, 1844, and found a conference
assembled in Franklin Hall. Mr. Miller gave two
discourses there on the 7th; when, finding the place
too small, they adjourned to the Broadway
Tabernacle, where he lectured, in the afternoon and
evening of the 8th and 9th of February, to crowded
assemblies. It was estimated that not less than five
thousand persons were present. The audiences were
solemn and attentive.
On the 10th of February they went to
Philadelphia, and on the 11th Mr. M. commenced a
course of lectures in the saloon of the Chinese
Museum, -- closing on the 18th. That immense hall
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