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William Newton Mercer
American veteran and surgeon / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
William Newton Mercer (1790-1874) was a surgeon and civic leader in New Orleans during the nineteenth century. His residence later became the clubhouse of The Boston Club, which has been associated with the history of business and Carnival in New Orleans.
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William Newton Mercer | |
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Born | 1790 Cecil County, Maryland, US |
Died | August 16, 1874(1874-08-16) (aged 83–84) New Orleans, Louisiana, US |
Spouse |
Ann Eliza Farar
(after 1823) |
Relations | Stephen Duncan(uncle) |
Children | 2 |
Education | University of Virginia, University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine |
Occupation | Surgeon & Planter |
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