1To James Madison from George Walker, 24 September 1816 (Madison Papers)
The death of the honorable Judge Innes makes it necessary to appoint a successor, permit me to mention Mr Robert Trimble of Bourbon County as a Gentleman well qualified to fill the vacancy of the late Judge. Mr. Trimble is a gentleman that Stands high as a lawyer and a man of integrity. He for some years preceded in the court of appeals of this State and very much to the satisfaction of all...