This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Allen Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/DYC.2ACE/1356 Message Board Post: Can anyone perhaps help me find any information on Charles Allen, born 1791 in Londonderry N.Ireland. He was probably christened 11th March 1798. Came to South Africa early 1815 via Mauritius. Quickly became District Secretary, Auctioneer, Matrimonial Court Secretary, Turf Club Steward.