Lincoln writes to John S. Wolfe of Carlinville that he may use his name as reference "if J. M. Palmer says so." Endorsement: John S. Wolfe to Lincoln, [1 June 1859], CW, 3:384.

[On May 30, 1859 Jonathan Haines of Pekin wrote Lincoln letter not received until June 9, 1859. Abraham Lincoln to Jonathan Haines, 9 June 1859, CW, 3:384-85.

Lincoln would have received it by June 3, 1859 had he been in Springfield, where someone charges to Lincoln's account at Diller's Drug Store $2 for "bot. brandy." Day Book, Diller's Drug Store.]

Robert buys 11 pounds of sugar and silk cravat at Smith's. Pratt, Personal Finances, 157.

Willie Lincoln writes Springfield friend, Henry Remann, that he and his father are in Chicago. "This town is a very beautiful place," he says. "Me and father have a nice little room to ourselves. . . . The weather is very fine here." Photocopy.

[That Lincoln's visit to Chicago was unexpected is indicated by affidavit he files June 14, 1859 in Clark v. Jones.

This case is called June 7, 1859 and judgment awarded plaintiff by default. In his affidavit of 14th Lincoln states that he was defendant's attorney and was unexpectedly absent from Springfield June 6, 1859, June 7, 1859, and June 8, 1859. Files.

Lincoln's drug store account is charged for almond extract, and Robert buys six pounds of sugar at Smith's general store. Pratt, Personal Finances, 152, 157.]

Lincoln answers letter from Jonathan Haines: "I do believe it would be better all round to let me surrender both your cases to some lawyer at Chicago. I really can not give them proper attention." Lincoln writes to Ohio Governor Salmon P. Chase regarding the Ohio Republican party's recent convention, where delegates called for a "repeal of the atrocious Fugitive Slave Law." Lincoln notes, "I have no doubt that if that plank be even introduced into the next Republican National convention, it will explode it. Once introduced, its supporters and it's opponents will quarrel irreconcilably. . . . I enter upon no argument one way or the other; but I assure you the cause of Republicanism is hopeless in Illinois, if it be in any way made responsible for that plank." Abraham Lincoln to Jonathan Haines, 9 June 1859, CW, 3:384-85; Abraham Lincoln to Salmon P. Chase, 9 June 1859, CW, 2:384.

In evening the Lincolns entertain. Browning, Diary.

Mrs. Lincoln buys 16 yards of "Grenadine" ($32) and ice cream salt at Smith's store. Pratt, Personal Finances, 157.

Lincoln & Herndon have three cases in U.S. Circuit Court. In Clark v. Jones, in which their client defaulted when case was called June 7, 1859, they enter motion to set aside judgment. In Ryland & Hatch v. Linder & Tremble, in which, as defendant's attorneys, they were ruled to plead by this day, rule is extended to June 13, 1859. In Butler, Cecil, & Rawson v. H. Bell & Co. Lincoln files plea of actio non. Record; Files.

Robert buys six dozen eggs at Smith's. Pratt, Personal Finances, 157.

In U.S. Circuit Court Lincoln is busy with Cochran & Hall v. Camp et al., in which he represents defendant. He takes deposition of Irwin Camp, defendant, and opens and examines deposition of plaintiff's witnesses. Then he moves for continuance, and files affidavit in support of motion. Files.

He deposits $225 in his bank account. Marine Bank Ledger.

Mrs. Lincoln buys cloth and boys' socks at Smith's. Pratt, Personal Finances, 157.

In Ryland & Hatch v. Linder & Tremble, Lincoln files plea of general issue. He files praecipe in Howland v. Peoria & Hannibal RRFiles.

He buys $2 bottle of brandy at his drug store. Day Book, Diller's Drug Store.

Mrs. Lincoln returns pair of socks to Smith's, and buys more cloth. Pratt, Personal Finances, 157.

Lincoln files documents in U.S. Circuit Court: declaration in Howland v. Peoria & Hannibal RR; and, in Clark v. Jones, his own affidavit and that of defendant. Files.

He takes tea at home of Jesse K. Dubois along with Browning, Williams, Grimshaw, and others. Browning, Diary.

Lincoln writes to Chicago attorney Henry A. Clark regarding the U.S. Circuit Court cases of Cochran & Hall v. Camp et al., and Cochran & Hall v. Morrison et al. The cases involve a dispute over titles to government land warrants. Lincoln writes, "The cases . . . are already continued. I have never had any definite arrangement with any one about a fee on these cases; and the consequence is I am bothered with them every court, without understanding any thing about them. I blame no one for this; but it would be better all round for me to either get out of the cases, or get in deep enough to understand and prepare them." He sends draft in payment for Chicago "Press & Tribune" for another year. Abraham Lincoln to Henry A. Clark, 15 June 1859, CW, 3:385; Abraham Lincoln to the Chicago Press and Tribune Company, 15 June 1859, CW, 2:385.

In U.S. Circuit Court Lincoln files plaintiff's declaration in Pearl v. McKnight et al.—suit brought to collect on two promissory notes for $250 each. Files.

In the U.S. Circuit Court case of Lee, Murphy & Avery v. Adams, Lincoln files a declaration for the plaintiffs, of New York. Illinois resident Joseph H. Adams purchased $3,461.32, worth of goods, including fur hats, gloves, and capes from the plaintiffs. The plaintiffs are suing Adams, who "although often requested so to do . . . has not as yet paid the said sum of money, or any part thereof, but so to do has hitherto wholly neglected and refused, and still does neglect and refuse [to pay]." The plaintiffs seek $5,000, in damages. Declaration, filed 17 June 1859, Lee, Murphy, & Avery v. Adams, case file 717, Record Group 21, National Archives and Records Administration, Great Lakes Region, Chicago, IL.

In two other cases, Rice v. Wing, and Whiting v. Mudge, Lincoln, Logan, and Gillespie enter motion for rule on plaintiffs to join in demurrer by June 21, 1859. Files; Record.

Robert buys 11 pounds of sugar at Smith's. Pratt, Personal Finances, 157.

Lincoln finally reopens Clark v. Jones. Court orders that defendant, whom Lincoln represents, be permitted to plead, that judgment shall stand, although no execution is to issue until further order. Lincoln files plea and notice. Record; Files.

He spends $4.25 on carriage repairs. Obed Lewis Account Books.

In U.S. Circuit Court Beaver v. Taylor & Gilbert is submitted without argument and taken under advisement. Lincoln appears for defendant. Illinois State Journal, 21 June 1859.

Lincoln writes to Ohio Governor Salmon P. Chase about the Republican Party's platform. Lincoln and Chase differ on whether or not the Republicans should advocate for the Fugitive Slave Law's "repeal." Lincoln ponders Congress's "constitutional authority," and writes, "But I did not write you . . . with any view of discussing the constitutional question. My only object was to impress you with what I believe is true, that the introduction of a proposition for repeal of the Fugitive Slave law, into the next Republican National convention, will explode the convention and the party." Abraham Lincoln to Salmon P. Chase, 20 June 1859, CW, 3:386.

Lincoln & Herndon collect $20 for services to David Westfall estate. Probate File.

Disgusted with demands of plaintiffs in Ambos et al. v. Barrett, Lincoln writes Charles Ambos; "I would now very gladly surrender the charge of the case to anyone you would designate, without charging anything for the much trouble I have already had." Abraham Lincoln to Charles Ambos, 21 June 1859, CW, 3:386-87.

He argues demurrers in Rice v. Wing (see January 3, 1860) and Whiting v. Mudge, continued from June 17, 1859. Record.

Robert buys paper of pepper at Smith's. Pratt, Personal Finances, 157.

Court overrules defendants' demurrers in two cases argued yesterday. Lincoln appeared for defendants. Record.

In Ryland & Hatch v. Linder & Tremble, continued from June 13, 1859, court finds for plaintiffs in sum of $919.72. Record.

Lincoln writes to Nathan Sargent, of Washington, D.C., in response to Sargent's request for Lincoln's opinion regarding slavery and the Republican Party's platform. Lincoln writes, "Your platform proposes to allow the spread, and nationalization of slavery to proceed without let or hindrance, save only that it shall not receive supplies directly from Africa. Surely you do not seriously believe the Republicans can come to any such terms. . . . If the [Democrats] shall be beaten in 1860, it has to be done by the North; no human invention can deprive them of the South." Abraham Lincoln to Nathan Sargent, 23 June 1859, CW, 3:387-88.

Lincoln files praecipe and bond for costs in Allen & McGrady v. Illinois River RR in U.S. Circuit Court. Files.

He writes Dave Walker of Ottawa that prior engagement prevents him attending July 4, 1859 rally. "I am compelled to economise time this year." Abraham Lincoln to Dave Walker, 24 June 1859, CW, 3:388.

Lincoln has his carriage painted, new silk curtains and glass hooks attached, and top oiled, for $19.50. Obed Lewis Account Books.

Lincoln charges "Tripoli" (15¢) to his drug store account, and Robert charges 11 pounds of sugar to Lincoln's account at Smith's. Pratt, Personal Finances, 152, 157.

Lincoln has two cases in U.S. Circuit Court. Gaylord, Son & Co. v. Lansing & Ostrom, in which he represents plaintiffs, is settled by agreement, plaintiffs consenting that judgment for $1,080.31 be entered against them, and defendants agreeing that execution be stayed six months. In Howland v. Peoria & Hannibal RR, Lincoln argues defendant's demurrer. Record.

Court overrules demurrer in Peoria and Hannibal Railroad case. Lincoln, plaintiff's attorney, dismisses S. C. Davis & Co. v. Mace at his client's costs. Record.

Mrs. Lincoln buys 30½ yards "Lawn" at Smith's. Pratt, Personal Finances, 157.

Lincoln moves that Emmitt v. Barret, before court often during 1858, be dismissed at costs of plaintiff, his client. Record.

Mrs. Lincoln buys handkerchiefs, edging, and needles at Smith's. Pratt, Personal Finances, 157.