Regulars and Henry's brigade march up east bank of Rock River under command of Gen. Brady. They camp four or five miles above mouth of White Water at an old Indian village.IHi—BHWC, Atkinson Letter Book, Johnston Journal; M. L. Clark to W. Clark, Photocopy.

Lincoln writes and files an injunction bond signed by Reuben Radford and George Forquer inTrailor v. Radford. Lincoln writes and files declarations for Abner Y. Ellis, William Herndon, and Aaron Coffman in three attachment cases, Ellis v. Smith, Herndon v. Smith, and Coffman v. Smith. Lincoln files answer as guardian ad litem of the infant heirs of Shadrach J. Campbell, defendants in James Weden v. Campbell et al. Stuart & Lincoln have eight cases called, in one, Webb v. Watson, they obtain a default judgment for their client James G. Webb, and a jury awards $87.75 in damages.Photocopy; Record; Herndon-Weik Collection, Library of Congress, Washington, DC.

In People v. Truett, prosecuting attorney is directed to show cause why continuance should not be granted. In Demint et al. v. Sintz, plaintiffs suggest death of defendant and on their motion Nicholas Moore, administrator, is made defendant. Baker & Hewett appear for plaintiffs and Stuart & Lincoln for defendant. Record.

Lincoln writes and signs replications in McNair v. Adams.Herndon-Weik Collection, Library of Congress, Washington, DC.

Lincoln writes answer of John D. Urquhart, guardian ad litem, filed in Charles W. Hunter v. Pascal P. Enos et al.Photocopy.

Lincoln writes petition in Opdycke v. Durham & Francis, debt case, Sangamon Circuit Court.Herndon-Weik Collection, Library of Congress, Washington, DC.

Lincoln writes and signs reply to assignment of error in Mason v. Park (SC).Herndon-Weik Collection, Library of Congress, Washington, DC.

"[I]n response to numerous calls," Congressman-elect Lincoln makes a speech at the Northwestern River and Harbor Convention concerning the constitutionality of federal government funding of "internal improvement" projects. Lincoln remarks, "All agree that something in the way of internal improvement must be done. The difficulty is to discriminate, when to begin and where to stop. There is a great danger in going too far. Members of Congress will be influenced by sectional interests and sectional feelings. . . . Is there any way to make improvements, except some persons are benefitted more than others?" A newspaper reports, "We expect much from [Lincoln] as a representative in Congress, and we have no doubt our expectations will be more than realized, for never was reliance placed in a nobler heart, and a sounder judgment."Chicago Daily Journal (IL), 6 July 1847, 2:3; 7 July 1847, 2:3-6; Daily Missouri Republican (St. Louis), 12 July 1847, 2:2; N.Y. Tribune, 17 July 1847; Proceedings of the Harbor and River Convention (Chicago: R. L. Wilson, 1847), 17, 39; Mentor L. Williams, "The Chicago River and Harbor Convention, 1847," Mississippi Valley Historical Review 35, no. 4 (March 1949), 607-626; Robert Fergus, comp., Fergus' Historical Series, No. 18: Chicago River and Harbor Convention (Chicago: Fergus Printing Company, 1882), 138, 141.

At his House desk, Lincoln writes secretary of war about military commissions for two constituents, withdrawing one application.Abraham Lincoln to William L. Marcy, 6 July 1848, CW, 1:496.

Lincoln writes David Davis, relating his trip to Washington and failure in patronage struggle. Photocopy.

He buys 75¢ worth of "sundries" at Bunn's store. Bunn Journal.

City pays tribute to Henry Clay. Rev. Dresser reads service at Episcopal Church, after which procession moves to Representatives Hall, "where A. Lincoln pronounced an impressive eulogy. . . . During the proceedings business was suspended, stores closed, and everything announced the general sorrow at the great national bereavement." Illinois Journal, 9 July 1852; Eulogy on Henry Clay, 6 July 1852, CW, 2:121-32.

Lincoln writes and mails to Clinton summons and bond for costs in Welsh v. Lewis, Dewitt Circuit Court case, signing "Ballou & Lincoln p.q." Ballou, associate with Lincoln for plaintiff, writes and files declaration. Photocopy.

Lincoln writes to Kinkead about Oldham & Hemingway suit. "In the autumn of 1849 I was at Lexington several days, during which time I was almost constantly with L. O. Todd; and if he shall . . . think he remembers that I told him I had collected money for Oldham, Todd & Co., the story . . . would be an utter mistake; yet . . . I . . . think it safest to look to their making this proof . . . and to be prepared for it." Abraham Lincoln to George B. Kinkead, 6 July 1853, CW, 2:200.

In Oliver Martin & Co. v. Saunders, U.S. Circuit Court, Stuart, and Edwards for plaintiffs file declaration alleging nonpayment of two promissory notes for $725.20 and $413. Lincoln and Logan for defendant confess judgment in amount of $707.78. Court orders that plaintiffs recover that sum with costs. Record.

[Mrs. Lincoln buys $18.40 worth of wallpaper at John Williams', and spends 80¢ at drug store for cream of tartar, soda, and soda water. Pratt, Personal Finances, 147, 151.]

Lincoln has several cases in U.S. Circuit Court. In Emmitt v. Barret, continued from February 10, 1858, Lincoln files demurrer for plaintiff. In Keith & Thornton v. Burt, defendant defaults and jury assesses damages of plaintiff, whom he represents, at $1,311.43. Defendant in S. C. Davis & Co. v. Gibson also defaults, and Lincoln gets order for foreclosure unless $927.87 is paid in 20 days. Record; Files.

Lincoln writes to Indiana Congressman Schuyler Colfax, who had visited Jacksonville, Illinois, on July 4. Lincoln explains that he was unable to be in Jacksonville because he "had given my word to be at another place." Lincoln seeks Colfax's thoughts on how "to hedge against divisions in the Republican ranks" over the "explosive" issues of "foreigners . . . the Fugitive Slave law . . . [and] the spread . . . of slavery," all of which Lincoln fears will disrupt the "National convention." Lincoln suggests, "every locality . . . should look beyond our noses; and at least say nothing on points where it is probable we shall disagree." Abraham Lincoln to Schuyler Colfax, 6 July 1859, CW, 3:390-91.

In U.S. Court Lincoln files plea and notice in L. Edgerton & Dunning v. Stapleford. Files.

President consults with secretary of interior, commissioner of Indian affairs, and commissioner of general land office on appointments. Abraham Lincoln to Caleb B. Smith, 6 July 1861, CW, 4:442.

Sen. Browning (Ill.) at White House in morning interviews Lincoln and meets Secs. Seward and Smith for first time. Browning, Diary.

President, with Col. William Sprague, governor of Rhode Island, and military engineers, views exhibit by 2d Rhode Island Regiment of James's rifled cannon on the grounds of the Washington Monument. New York Times, 7 July 1861; Evening Star (Washington, DC), 10 July 1861, 1:1.

Accompanies Mrs. Lincoln to concert by Meda Blanchard at Willard's Hotel. National Republican (Washington, DC), 8 July 1861, 3:5; Evening Star (Washington, DC), 8 July 1861, 3:3.

"Colonel Blenker's German Rifles, Eighth N.Y. Volunteers, and a company of singers of the same regiment" serenade President. N.Y. Tribune, 8 July 1861.

[John Alexander, upholsterer, Penn. Ave. between 12th and 13th Sts., who sold blue and white duck tent used for review of July 3, 1861, charges $5.00 for setting up and taking down tent on this date, indicating probability of review at White House. DNA—RG 217, General Accounting Office, 142-505.]

President consents to request of Col. Sprague to visit Gen. Halleck at Corinth, Miss., for purpose of getting part of his forces directed against Richmond. Abraham Lincoln to Henry W. Halleck, 6 July 1862, CW, 5:308.

Sends Gen. McClellan message signed by Gen. King stating that Richmond "Examiner" censures "the confederate Generals severely for failing to capture Genl. McClellan and his army and pronounces McClellans whole movement a masterpiece of strategy." Abraham Lincoln to George B. McClellan, 6 July 1862, CW, 5:308-9.

Special cabinet meeting at 9 A.M. continues consideration of A. H. Stephens' mission and decides that he should communicate through prescribed military channels. Welles, Diary.

Lincoln leaves telegraph office in War Dept. and arrives at Soldiers' Home about 7 P.M. Abraham Lincoln to Henry W. Halleck, 6 July 1863, CW, 6:318.

Receives June salary warrant for $2,022.33. Pratt, Personal Finances, 182.

Suggests to Gen. Halleck that he look to movements of Army of Potomac. Does Gen. Meade intend to cover Baltimore and Washington, and get enemy across river again without further collision, or does he plan to prevent his crossing and to destroy him? Abraham Lincoln to Henry W. Halleck, 6 July 1863, CW, 6:318.

President interviews J. R. Gilmore regarding another effort to negotiate peace. Abraham Lincoln to Ulysses S. Grant, [6 July 1864], CW, 7:429; James R. Gilmore, Personal Recollections of Abraham Lincoln and the Civil War (Boston: Page, 1898), 242-47.

Gen. Hitchcock confers with Lincoln about defense of Washington against approaching forces of Gen. Jubal A. Early (CSA). Ethan A. Hitchcock, Fifty Years in Camp and Field: Diary of Major-General Ethan Allen Hitchcock, U.S.A., edited by W. A. Croffut (New York: Putnam, 1909), 463-64.