Phebe Todd, sister of deceased, is star witness for defense. In addition to supporting Theodore's alibi, she testifies that on one night during Anderson's illness, she—not Mrs. Anderson—gave him his medicine. Doctors Wallace and Goltra testify that Anderson was killed by blow. Testimony closes at noon. McWilliams makes opening speech for prosecution. Illinois State Journal, 27 November 1856, 28 November 1856.

"Son" takes home "Glass Lantern," and Lincoln's account with John Williams & Co. is charged $1. Pratt, Personal Finances, 148.