Key West in Monroe County, Florida — The American South (South Atlantic)
Joseph Yates Porter, M.D.
Photographed By Tim Fillmon, June 12, 2014
1. Joseph Yates Porter, M.D. Marker
In this house was born, lived and died Joseph Yates Porter, M.D. 1847-1927.
First health officer of the State of Florida, 1889-1917. Thirteenth president of the Florida Medical Association. Under his farsighted leadership, yellow fever and other epidemic diseases were eradicated. Perhaps no other person has exerted more influence upon the health of this state than Porter.Erected 1968 by The Florida Medical Association.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Science & Medicine • Settlements & Settlers. A significant historical year for this entry is 1847.
Location. 24° 33.474′ N, 81° 48.271′ W. Marker is in Key West, Florida, in Monroe County. Marker is at the intersection of Caroline Street and Duval Street on Caroline Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 429 Caroline Street, Key West FL 33040, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Dr. Joseph Yates Porter House (a few steps from this marker); Robert Curry Mansion (within shouting distance of this marker); The Fogarty Mansion (within shouting distance
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Credits. This page was last revised on October 18, 2020. It was originally submitted on October 18, 2020, by Tim Fillmon of Webster, Florida. This page has been viewed 197 times since then and 68 times this year. Photo 1. submitted on October 18, 2020, by Tim Fillmon of Webster, Florida.
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