Pittsfield Dec 15th 1854 A Lincoln Esq. Dear Sir I believe it was understood by us if the Irwin Suit was compromised without trial I was to give you $5 - for the trouble I gave you in the premises, the Suit is Settled & in conformity to my promise I herewith Enclose you $5 - I learn that you will be a candidate for the U.S Senate you are my first Choice and if I thought I could contribute any thing to advance your interests in the Election I would freely spend a week at Springfield this winter. your friend W.Ross [*615*] Col. W- Ross Dec 15/54 Pittsburgh A Lincoln Esqr Springfield Ill Transcribed and reviewed by contributors participating in the By The People project at crowd.loc.gov.