Andrew County Archives - Missouri Genealogy

Andrew County Missouri Settlements

The Platte Purchase, formerly an Indian Reservation until its transformation in 1836, was vital for early settlers in Northwestern Missouri. Andrew County, established in 1841, saw rapid immigration following the establishment of new counties. Rail connectivity drove local demands for the creation of numerous townships and towns such as Amazonia, Fillmore, and Rochester. Despite early promise, some towns, like Nodaway City, faced decline due to changing transportation dynamics. Andrew County’s history is marked by evolving town structures, with notable early businesses and community formations ultimately shaping the region through the late 19th century.

Biography of Rev. Jehu C. Allen of Maryville

Plat Map of Nodoway County Missouri 1910

Rev. Jehu C. Allen, born December 5, 1833, near Greencastle, Indiana, was a dedicated minister and farmer in Nodaway County, Missouri. Son of John G. and Sally (Cole) Allen, he moved to Missouri in 1839. After marrying Mary Best in 1856, he developed a successful farm and became a respected community member. An ordained minister in the United Brethren Church, he founded a local church in Polk Township and preached actively for decades. After Mary’s death in 1886, he remarried Letitia (Graves) Donaldson in 1890. Retired and residing in Maryville, Allen is known for his lifelong dedication to faith and community service.