What Happened in May 1858

Lincoln Uses Judicial Notice in the "Armstrong Case"

The Trial The acquittal represented a personal and professional triumph for Lincoln, who once rocked the defendant's cradle in New Salem.... Read more

Minnesota is the 32nd State Admitted to the Union

On May 11, 1858, Minnesota became the 32nd state admitted into the Union. Minnesota's application for statehood was submitted to President James... Read more