Lincoln votes yea on resolution to adjourn sine die next day. Resolution fails. He votes on two routine motions, and at 6 P.M. Senate meets with House to elect Alexander F. Grant over Walter B. Scates judge of third judicial circuit and Elijah C. Berry president of Bank of Illinois at Vandalia.House Journal.

First direct move to gain capital for Springfield is made in attempt to repeal act of 1833 on permanent seat of government following referendum. Lincoln leads move for repeal and Dement of Fayette [Vandalia, county seat] opposes.House Journal.

Lincoln, from Committee on Counties, reports bill to amend law in relation to sheriffs and coroners. It is ordered engrossed for third reading. House begins discussion of important revenue bill.House Journal.

Lincoln concludes argument begun Wednesday in Edwards et al. v. Helm, and case is submitted.Record.

(Decree of lower court is reversed and case remanded February 27, 1843. 5 Ill. 142.) Lincoln writes affidavit for William L. May, for case of May v. Greene & Loose.Herndon-Weik Collection, Library of Congress, Washington, DC.

Lincoln buys half pound of gunpowder tea (75¢).Irwin Ledger.

Lincoln loses Cooper v. Crosby & Robbins when Supreme Court affirms decision of Sangamon County Circuit Court. Record; 8 Ill. 506.

Speaker transmits President's reply to House resolution requesting information regarding peace overtures by Mexico.Globe.

Lincoln votes aye on motion to take up private calendar. It passes.Journal.