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Allen County KSGenWeb is a free genealogical site about the history of the county. It is a member of KSGenWeb, which is a member of USGenWeb®. We hope you find helpful clues for your research of Allen County ancestors.

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Temporary County Coordinator: Norma Hass normahass01@gmail.com

COUNTY FORMATION

Allen County was an original county established in August, 1855. It was named in honor of William Allen, a senator from Ohio.

Iola is the current county seat. Cofachique was the first. In 1857, Humboldt became the second county seat (until 1867).

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