Lewis Falley Allen

Lewis Falley Allen wasn't just an author, but a multifaceted figure who left his mark on American agriculture, business, and even politics. Here's a breakdown of his impressive life:

Early Life and Arrival in Buffalo:

• Born in 1800 in Westfield, Massachusetts [Wikipedia].
• Arrived in Buffalo, New York in 1827, during a booming industrial period [Buffalo Architecture and History].
• Worked as a secretary and financial manager, accumulating funds to purchase land [Buffalo Architecture and History].

From Farmer to Businessman:

• Bought 29 acres near present-day Main Street and started cattle breeding with a focus on shorthorns [Falley Allen, Buffalo Architecture and History].
• Witnessed Buffalo's population growth, which led him to sell off parcels of his land as its value increased [Buffalo Architecture and History].
• The leftover land became the foundation of Allentown, though he never actually resided there [Buffalo Architecture and History].

Beyond Agriculture: A Man of Many Hats

• Promoted horticulture and played a role in planting many of Buffalo's elm trees [Falley Allen].
• Briefly served as a New York State Representative [Wikipedia].
• Uncle-in-law to President Grover Cleveland, influencing his path towards law and politics [Wikipedia].
• Authored books on cattle, including "American Cattle" (1868) and "History of the Short-Horn Cattle" (1872) [Buffalo Architecture and History].
• Founded a cemetery and became a trustee of Buffalo's Forest Lawn Cemetery, where he's buried [Buffalo Architecture and History].

Legacy:

While not solely an author, Lewis Falley Allen's contributions to agriculture, business development, and Buffalo's cityscape are undeniable. His influence extended to politics through his role in Grover Cleveland's life.