John W. Allen
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.
John William Allen | |
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| Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Ohio's 15th district | |
| In office March 4, 1837 – March 3, 1841 | |
| Preceded by | Jonathan Sloane |
| Succeeded by | Sherlock James Andrews |
| Member of the Ohio Senate | |
| In office 1836-1837 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | August 24, 1802 Litchfield, Connecticut |
| Died | October 5, 1887 (aged 85) Cleveland, Ohio |
| Resting place | Erie Street Cemetery |
| Political party | Whig |
| Alma mater | Harvard College (BA) |
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