Lewis F. Allen
Lewis F. Allen | |
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Lewis F. Allen in 1857 | |
| Member of the New York State Assembly from Erie County | |
| In office January 1, 1838 – December 31, 1838 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Lewis Falley Allen January 1, 1800 Westfield, Massachusetts, US |
| Died | May 2, 1890 (aged 90) Buffalo, New York, U.S. |
| Resting place | Forest Lawn Cemetery |
| Political party | Whig |
| Spouse | Margaret Cleveland |
| Relations | Grover Cleveland (nephew-in-law) |
| Children | 6 |
Lewis Falley Allen (January 1, 1800 – May 2, 1890) was an American farmer, businessman and politician. Allen was the uncle-in-law of President Grover Cleveland and is credited with introducing Cleveland to the practice of law and politics, therefore paving the way for his eventual presidency.