Judson Allen

Judson Allen (April 3, 1797 – August 6, 1880) was a 19th-century American businessman and politician, who served one term as a member of the United States House of Representatives for New York's 20th district from 1839 to 1841.

Early life Judson Allen was born on April 3, 1797, in Plymouth, Connecticut. He attended public schools there.

Career Allen was engaged in the lumber industry in Plymouth, before he moved to Harpursville, New York. He was appointed Harpursville postmaster from 1830 to 1839. He then served as a judge in the Broome County, New York court for 8 years and as a member of the New York State Assembly from 1836 to 1837.

Later career Upon leaving the Congress, Allen moved to Saint Louis, Missouri, where he was actively involved in the produce, lumber, marble, and grocery fields.

Death and burial Allen died in St. Louis, Missouri, on August 6, 1880. He is buried at Bellefontaine Cemetery, St. Louis, Missouri.