Q: What is the history of the Allen County Hospital?
A: Prior to the construction of the present Allen County Hospital building in Iola, the citizens of Iola and Allen County were served by St. John’s Hospital about one mile east of Iola in what was called East Lawn. A private hospital connected to the Roman Catholic church, it served the area for many years.
In October 1947, Allen County Hospital was formed and construction bonds were approved by a vote of the citizens of Allen County. The Allen County commissioners appointed the first hospital board of trustees: Earl…
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