William Newton Mercer

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William Newton Mercer
William Newton Mercer
Personal details
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

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.