He moved to Springfield , Illinois in 1853 , where he studied law with Stuart & Edwards and was admitted to the bar in 1855 .
Under influence from his father 's Whig beliefs , Cullom became interested in politics .
Cullom moved to Springfield , Illinois in 1853 , where Cullom studied law with Stuart & Edwards and was admitted to the bar in 1855 .
Under influence from his father 's Whig beliefs , Cullom became interested in politics .