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Dr. W. Golden Mortimer | |
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 Dr William Golden Mortimer American Doctor, Author and Stage Magician. | |
| Born | 1854-12-27 Manhattan, New York |
| Died | 1933-03-03 Manhattan, New York |
| Citizenship | American |
| Education | M.D., New York University |
| Occupation(s) | Physician, Author, Magician |
| Era | The Gilded Age |
| Organization | Society of American Magicians |
| Known for | First National President of the Society of American Magicians, "History of Coca: The Divine Plant of the Incas" |
| Notable work | "History of Coca :The Divine Plant of the Incas" |
| Title | M.D., Doctor of Medicine |
William Golden Mortimer (December 27, 1854 – March 3, 1933) was an American magician, physician, and author, best known for his influential book History of Coca: The Divine Plant of the Incas.[1] He was the inaugural president of the Society of American Magicians.
Biography
[edit]Early Life and Magic Career
[edit]Mortimer began his career as a stage magician, apprenticed to Robison, the Fakir.[2] Performing as "Mortimer's Mysteries," he toured the United States and became recognized for his showmanship and precision. His early prominence in the magic community led to his foundational role in the Society of American Magicians (S.A.M.).[3]
Leadership in Magic
[edit]Mortimer was a key figure in organizing and advancing the American magic community. He served as the first National President of S.A.M. from 1902 to 1905, helping to establish the society's mission and structure. His leadership was instrumental in shaping S.A.M. as a central institution for magicians in the United States.[4]
Medical Career
[edit]After retiring from performing, Mortimer pursued medicine, earning his M.D. from New York University in 1885. He specialized as an otolaryngologist and contributed to medical literature, serving as editor for journals such as the Pharmaceutical Journal and the New York Journal of Medicine.[5]
Literary Contributions
[edit]Mortimer authored History of Coca: The Divine Plant of the Incas (1901),[6] a comprehensive study of the coca plant's botanical, cultural, and medicinal significance. The book is noted for its meticulous research and remains a valuable resource for ethnobotanists and historians.
Legacy
[edit]Mortimer's dual career in magic and medicine distinguished him as a multifaceted figure in early 20th-century America. His leadership in S.A.M. and his scholarly work on coca continue to be recognized for their lasting impact.
Death
[edit]Dr. W. Golden Mortimer died on March 3, 1933, in Manhattan, New York City, at the age of 78.[5]
References
[edit]- ^ Mortimer, W. Golden (William Golden) (2000). History of Coca : the "divine plant" of the Incas. Internet Archive. Honolulu : University Press of the Pacific. ISBN 978-0-89875-098-0.
{{cite book}}: CS1 maint: publisher location (link) - ^ "Society of American Magicians - Magicpedia". www.geniimagazine.com. Retrieved 2025-05-26.
- ^ Shalom, Jack (2015-05-17). "The Sphinx Speaks". Jack Shalom. Retrieved 2025-05-26.
- ^ Coomaraswamy, Ananda K. (1944). "Headless Magicians; And an Act of Truth". Journal of the American Oriental Society. 64 (4): 215–217. doi:10.2307/594683. ISSN 0003-0279. JSTOR 594683.
- ^ a b "Deaths of Fellows of the Academy". Bulletin of the New York Academy of Medicine. Vol. 9, no. 3. March 9, 1933. p. 161. PMC 2096025.
- ^ M.D, W. GOLDEN MORTIMER (2025-01-22). Coca: Divine Plant of the Incas. Ronin Publishing. ISBN 978-1-57951-215-6.