about seven o'clock
Until nightfall a dull , noiseless agitation like that which precedes great catastrophes ran through the anxious crowd . An indescribable uneasiness oppressed all minds , and stopped the beating of all hearts . Every one wished it over . However , about seven o'clock this heavy silence was suddenly broken . The moon rose above the horizon . Several millions of hurrahs saluted her apparition . She was punctual to the appointment .