Lincoln replies to letter from Cyrus Edwards in which Edwards instructs him to take whatever course he deems best. Lincoln states that he believes Edwards has chance and prefers he not withdraw. IHi—Journal, XXV, 144.

Lincoln writes a bond for his client, Edward D. Baker, and the affidavit of James H. Matheny, and files both documents with the Sangamon County Circuit Court for the case Baker v. Browne. Herndon-Weik Collection, Library of Congress, Washington, DC.