Lincoln and Scates lose Casey v. Casey, before Supreme Court January 6, 1853, January 7, 1853, January 8, 1853, January 9, 1853, when court decides that complainant fraudulently purchased defendant's interest in estate for $75, knowing it to be worth $1,294.47. Judgment for defendant, rendered by lower court, is affirmed. Record; 14 Ill. 112-28.

Lincoln buys blankets, muslin, tape, and buttons ($10.51) at John Williams' store. Pratt, Personal Finances, 146.