Allen family genealogical research papers, 1706-1935 (bulk 1883-1935)

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Creator

Allen, Frederick I.

Location

Manuscripts and Archives Division

Extent

• 1.2 linear feet (3 boxes, 1 oversize folder).

Access Restrictions

Advance notice required. Apply at http://www.nypl.org/mssref

Scope/Contents Note

Frederick I. Allen's research into the history of the Allen family includes correspondence, genealogical notes, clippings, photographs, printed material, and family charts. Original family documents in the collection dated1706-1838 consist chiefly of correspondence, land records,and wills of Daniel Allen of Greenfield, Saratoga County, New York and Adams, Massachusetts. Also present is a notebook containing poetry, spelling or handwriting exercises, recipes, and miscellaneous notes. Additional research notes in the collection relate to the genealogiesof the Palmer and other allied families.

Biographical/Historical Note

Frederick Innes Allen (1859-1938) of Auburn, New York was an attorney who served as Commissioner of Patents during the presidency of Theodore Roosevelt. His wife, Cornelia Margaret Seward, was the granddaughter of William H. Seward.

Controlled Access Terms

• Allen family.
• Palmer family.
• Seward family.
• Massachusetts -- Genealogy.
• New York (State) -- Genealogy.
• Genealogies.
• Photographs.
• Property records.
• Wills.

Additional Creator Names

• New York Genealogical and Biographical Society Collection.
• Gift of the New York Genealogical and Biographical Society.