This version of the Gettysburg is one of the eight known to have been penned by President Lincoln himself.  It has always been rumored that a ninth hand-written version exists.  A code to find it is contained within this on-line version.  If you find the ninth version, you will win a treasure prize.   Have Fun!

Use Google Search to find your answers.  Google for Lincoln's 8th Circuit

Question #18
How many counties were in Lincolns 8th Circuit law practice.  Was Coles County ever in the 8th circuit?