Lincoln writes M. W. Delahay, now living in Kansas, that he expects to visit Council Bluffs during year. He cannot tell just when, for he must keep close watch on court business. Abraham Lincoln to Mark W. Delahay, 1 February 1859, CW, 3:355.

In Supreme Court, People v. Illinois Central RR is called. Attorneys file agreed case, to be argued at Ottawa (see July 14, 1859, January 12, 1860). Record.

Robert buys paper of tacks (10¢) at Smith's store. Pratt, Personal Finances, 154.