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Plea in Selak v. Saltonstall, [Law papers].

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Plea in Selak v. Saltonstall, [Law papers].

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Appears to be in Lincoln's hand.
Summary: Saltonstall allegedly took a piece of iron and assaulted Selak. Selak was incapacitated for five weeks and was unable to transact any business. He also spent a great deal of money to restore his health. Selak sued Saltonstall in an action of trespass seeking $500. Saltonstall retained Lincoln and pleaded not guilty. A jury found for Selak and awarded $15 in damages.

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01/01/1850

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Lincoln, Abraham (Author)

Merriman (Author)

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