About midnight
His wish is granted , and he speaks nearly as follows : `` The testimony of the principal witness was doubted . Last night I remained at the house of Smith . Owing to the great excitement I did not retire to rest , and sat in a room adjoining that in which Smith lodged . About midnight I heard a voice in that room . I went to the door , and , fearing he was sick and desired aid , I entered . He was asleep , and did not awake upon my entering , but continued talking . I thought it strange , and thinking I might be amused , and having nothing else to do , I sat and listened .