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Illinois Central Ralroad Company v. Lucius S. Cowles

Cowles sued Illinois Central Railroad for lost goods, initially winning $75.66. The company appealed to the Circuit Court, challenging evidence admissibility and liability. Despite uncertainties about the goods' loss, the court upheld the lower court's decision, deeming evidence inconclusive. The judgment favored Cowles and was affirmed by the court due to lack of compelling evidence against the defendant.

Neely v. People

Neely was tried for rape in 1851, Stephenson Circuit Court. Jurors were questioned for bias; four had formed opinions based on hearsay. Despite claims of impartiality, all were excluded. The court upheld the decision, citing precedent: jurors must be unbiased and base decisions solely on evidence presented. The judgment was affirmed.