later because, the board said in a resolution, it appeared that he had been employed "primarily, if not solely, for the purpose of enabling him to be in the employ of the city at a time when he should file an application for a pension." It was said he would collect "$61.39 per month for life" after having paid in just $686 to the fund. The city attorney was asked if Allan's claim were valid. No response was publicly revealed. References 1880 births Year of death missing Canadian emigrants to the United States Los Angeles City Council members California Republicans