Allen, John W., 1802-1887

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Dates

Existence: 1802 - 1887

Biography

John William Allen (August 24, 1802 – October 5, 1887) was an American lawyer and politician from Ohio. He served two terms in the United States House of Representatives from 1837 to 1841 and also served as the fourth Mayor of Cleveland.

Found in 1 Collection or Record:

John W. Allen letter

Collection

Identifier: Mss 852322

Webster Mss 852322

Date(s): 1852-05-22

Scope and Contents

Three-page letter from John W. Allen in Washington to Daniel Webster in which he discusses the problems of delegates for Webster, Fillmore and Scott.