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Michigan Jackson
He bought the furnace of Monroe & Stowell, and was very successful in business in company with Mr. Oliver C. Mosher, until the latter was killed by being caught in the machinery, after which the business was conducted by Mr. Bennett until disposed of by him to his son. Mr. Bennett has always been one of the active business men of Jackson, and has at various times built both stores and houses in different parts of the city. He is quite a large holder of real estate, and is now president of the First National Bank.
Allen Bennett, Sr., came to Jackson in 1837, and engaged in the mercantile business, but soon sold out to his sons Alonzo and Allen. Mr. Bennett continued to reside in Jackson until his death.
Mr. Allen Bennet came to Jackson in May, 1837, and engaged with, his brother in the mercantile business until 1839, when they dissolved, Allen taking the stock and moving to a store on the north side of Main street, afterwards so long occupied by Patton Morrison's grocery, and yet known as his place.
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