During the time that Bonds was on the floor, Evangelist Blank leaned against the pulpit with his face in his hands as if in prayer.

When Bonds sat down the Evangelist calmly faced the audience.

Just at this time he seemed to possess the meekness of a lamb and the boldness of a lion.

He seemed perfectly composed, as he remarked, "Well, brethren and friends, I am indeed sorry to see this splendid testimony meeting end in this way.

I am sorry the ministerial brother feels as he does toward the truth we have preached, and I hope after prayer and reflection he will see his way clear not to hinder the progress of the meeting.