Waterloo Republican  February 27, 1907 
Allen
Mrs. James Allen, wife of prominent farmer residing in the Bottom died at her 
home on Wednesday, Feb 20, and her remains were laid to rest at Palmer cemetery 
on Friday, Feb 23.  The deceased whose maiden name was Maria Davis, was a 
native of Ohio. She leaves her husband but no children.  Mrs. Allen was known 
for her womanly virtues, her fidelity to the home, and her many domestic qualities.  
Her presence in the home will be sadly missed.  We tender the bereaved husband 
our sympathy.