Lincoln sits on bench in place of David Davis. Forty-five cases come before him. None is contested, however, and his work is limited to entering decrees and orders. Record; Photocopy.

Lincoln & Herndon have two cases in Circuit Court. James L. Lamb & Co. v. Hill, in which they represent defendant, is referred to arbitrators, who find for plaintiff in sum of $823.10. In other case Lincoln & Herndon, plaintiff's attorneys, are given leave to file amended bill. Record.

Two of Lincoln & Herndon's cases are tried by court. In McConnell & Hoppin v. Young, appeal from justice of peace, court finds for plaintiff in sum of $35.96. Roll v. Wochner, appeal, court takes under advisement. In both cases Lincoln and his partner appear for defendants. Record.

Lincoln withdraws $970 he deposited November 13, 1856. This is Mrs. Bullock's money, which Lincoln pays to "Francis & Pariell." Marine Bank Ledger.

In Circuit Court, three Lincoln & Herndon cases are called and continued. Record.

Lincoln exchanges gloves for another pair costing 25¢ more. Pratt, Personal Finances, 148.

In Hinzey v. Jacobs, appeal from justice's court, jury finds for plaintiff in sum of $20. Lincoln & Herndon represent defendant. Four other cases of theirs are called, but all are continued with orders or filing pleas. Record.

Appearing for plaintiffs, Lincoln & Herndon move that three cases be dismissed. Record.

Springfield bar meets. Stephen T. Logan is called to chair, and J. B. White is elected secretary. E. B. Herndon states that James H. Matheny is about to retire as circuit clerk, and that his long, efficient service merits recognition. He presents resolutions commending Matheny, which are adopted. Lincoln pays Matheny graceful tribute. Illinois State Journal, 24 December 1856; Remarks to the Springfield Bar on the Retirement of James H. Matheny, 20 December 1856, CW, 2:386.

Circuit Court adjourns after its longest session. New England Society celebrates 236th anniversary of landing of Pilgrims with supper at Concert Hall. After supper come many toasts, interspersed with music and remarks by J. H. Matheny, William Jayne, Erastus Wright, Lincoln, and others. Illinois State Journal, 24 December 1856.

Lincoln writes Robert Boal of Lacon in interest of Boal's candidacy for speakership of House. Abraham Lincoln to Robert S. Boal, 25 December 1856, CW, 2:387.

Citizens in favor of establishing female seminary in Springfield meet. John T. Stuart is appointed president. Stuart, Lincoln, and Mr. McKeever of Pennsylvania speak, and general discussion follows. It is resolved that committee of one from each ward be appointed to inquire further into matter. Illinois State Journal, 1 January 1857.