Around 1831, John Allan was dealing with financial struggles due to economic downturns, which affected his business ventures and investments. He was also facing strained relationships with his wife and had a difficult relationship with his foster son, Edgar Allan Poe, leading to Poe's departure from the family home. Overall, it was a challenging period for John Allan both personally and financially.
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