He placed the converted Indians just behind the knoll upon which the presiding minister was to stand.

In a half circle facing the knoll he seated the chieftains and important personages of the various tribes.

He then made a short address in the Indian language, speaking of the work of the mission, what wonders it had accomplished, what more good work it hoped to do, and concluded by introducing the young missionary.
While Heckewelder spoke, Jim, who stood just behind, employed the few moments in running his eye over the multitude.

The sight which met his gaze was one he thought he would never forget.

An involuntary word escaped him.
"Magnificent!" he exclaimed.
The shady glade had been transformed into a theater, from which gazed a thousand dark, still faces.