I never write to please any one.

If I do please I am happy, but to proclaim my highest convictions of truth is always my sole object." After weeks of hard work, writing countless letters, taking numerous trips to various towns, and making almost without assistance all the necessary arrangements, the convention assembled in Corinthian Hall, Rochester, April 20, 1852.

The morning audience was composed entirely of women, 500 being in attendance.

Miss Anthony opened the meeting, read the call, which had been widely circulated, and in a clear, forcible manner set forth the object of the convention.

The call urged the women to "meet together for devising such associated action as shall be necessary for the protection of their interests and of society at large, too long invaded and destroyed by legalized intemperance." It was signed by Daniel Anthony, William R.Hallowell and a number of well-known men and women, many of whom were present and took part in the discussions.