Dodge County GaArchives History .....Physicians ************************************************ Copyright. All rights reserved. http://www.usgwarchives.net/copyright.htm http://www.usgwarchives.net/ga/gafiles.htm ************************************************ File contributed for use in USGenWeb Archives by: Joy Fisher http://www.genrecords.net/emailregistry/vols/00001.html#0000031 December 28, 2004, 11:57 am PHYSICIANS. The following physicians have practiced in Eastman: Dr. J. R. Mood, Dr. Ike Mitchell, Dr. Joe Estes, Dr. J. H. Teasley, Dr. Montgomery, Dr. J. T. Rose, Dr. W. E. Miller, Dr. J. H. Lasher, Dr. D. M. Buchan, Dr. J. M. Buchan, Dr. T. J. Buchan, Dr. J. W. Buchan, Dr. Weaver. The above were pioneer physicians who practiced in Eastman during its infancy. The following have resided here in more recent years: DR. J. D. HERRMAN. Dr. Herrman was one of the most prominent physicians who ever practiced here. He was a son of Henry Herrman, a pioneer settler in Eastman. Dr. Herrman began the practice of medicine when Eastman was only a small hamlet. He was an enterprising citizen as well as an eminent physician, having served the town of Eastman in various official capacities. He served several terms as mayor, as councilman, and as a member of the school board. No one citizen ever did more for the town's civic upbuilding than did Dr. Herrman. He served as High Priest of Ivanhoe Chapter No. 5 in Eastman Lodge F. & A. M. No. 279 for several consecutive terms. He married Miss Nettie Hirsch, and they were the parents of two children, Ferdinand Hirsch, who also became a prominent physician, and Hortense, who married Ben Morris, of New York City. Dr. Herrman moved to Far Rockaway, N. Y., about ten years ago where he continued in the practice of his profession until the time of his death about a year ago. DR. FERDINAND H. HERRMAN. Dr. Ferdinand Hirsch Herrman, son of Dr. J. D. Herrman, graduated in medicine at Tulane University just before the World War. He was one of the first to volunteer his services to his country, and was sent over seas as Captain of the 2nd Division U. S. Army Medical Corps, and was Acting Regimental Surgeon of the 2nd Engineers. He was cited for bravery in action in the Soissons offensive and received the Croix de Guerre. After his return from France in 1919 he and his father formed a partnership in the practice of medicine and surgery. DR. J. B. CLARK. Dr. J. B. Clark was another outstanding physician, having been born and reared in Dodge County. He had a large and lucrative practice in this and adjoining counties. He contributed largely to the upbuilding of Eastman. He was High Priest of Ivanhoe Chapter No. 5, and was also Worshipful Master of the Eastman Masonic Lodge, No. 279, for twelve years. Dr. Clark was married to Miss Annie Harwell of Virginia, and they were the parents of one son, Fred H., who graduated in medicine in Baltimore, and is practicing his profession in that city, where he is connected with Johns Hopkins as an instructor; two daughters, Misses Alma and Mary, who reside in Virginia. Dr. Clark married second Mrs. Georgia Johnson, daughter of W. S. Coody, of Rhine. DR. J. Cox WALL. Dr. Wall began the practice of medicine here about twenty-five years ago. He now enjoys a large practice, not only in Dodge, but in the surrounding counties. He is an enterprising citizen, being at present chairman of the City School Board. He and Dr. B. W. Yawn are the owners of the Eastman Clinic. Dr. Wall married Miss Maude Allen, and they are the parents of two children, a son, Jack, who married Marietta Fitzgerald, and a daughter, Miss Mary Allen Wall. DR. WARREN A. COLEMAN. Dr. Coleman is one of the younger physicians who has built up a remarkable practice through this section. He is the owner of Cole-man's Sanatorium. Dr. Coleman served for quite a while as chairman of the City School Board, and has also been county physician for the past twelve years. He married Miss Christine Edwards, and they are the parents of two little girls, Emily Carr and Bootee. DR. C. T. LATIMER. Dr. C. T. Latimer was a pioneer physician in Eastman, having come here when the town was in its infancy. Dr. Latimer was a Confederate Veteran and served as surgeon in the army. He was quite prominent in the affairs of Dodge County. He married a Miss Knowles, and they were the parents of two daughters, Mamie, who married Olin Pharr, and Clara. DR. HARRIS FISHER. Dr. Harris Fisher was a pioneer physician in Eastman. He was a Confederate Veteran, and served as surgeon in the Confederate Army. He enjoyed a large practice in Eastman and Dodge County, and was also one of the leaders in civic improvements. Dr. Fisher sponsored the first Dodge County Fair ever held, which proved quite successful from every standpoint. He was the father of Guyton, who became one of the most prominent ministers in the South Georgia Conference; Ina, who married W. R. Hall; Maude and Louise. DR. B. W. YAWN. Dr. Yawn came to Eastman a few years ago from Milan, Ga., and since coming to Eastman has built up for himself an enviable record in the practice of his profession. He is associated with Dr. Wall in the operation of the Eastman Clinic, and is recognized as one of the leading physicians of this section. DR. A. L. WILKINS. Another prominent physician who practiced his profession in Eastman for several years was Dr. A. L. Wilkins. He came here from Jesup, Ga., about twenty-seven years ago and soon built up a large practice. He passed away a few years ago just in the prime of life. Dr. Wilkins was beloved by our entire citizenship. He was first married to Miss Nina Little, and after her death married Miss Bessie Peacock, daughter of Mr. L. M. Peacock, Sr. DR. I. J. PARKERSON. Dr. Parkerson is a son of Mr. W. L. Parkerson of near this city. He is one of the outstanding physicians of this section, and enjoys a large and lucrative practice. He is also one of the younger physicians of the town, and has a bright future in his chosen profession. .His wife was Miss Annie Smith, and they have two small children. DR. E. L. SMITH. Dr. Smith moved to Eastman from Plainfield a few years ago, and has a large practice in this section. He is a man of good business judgment and has accumulated considerable real estate. DR. JOHN BURCH. Dr. John Burch was one of the most popular and beloved citizens who ever practiced medicine in this section. His only thought was to relieve suffering regardless of the financial consequence, and he never refused to go when called to either rich or poor. He died when still a young man. He was the son of Hon. M. L. Burch, who for years was County School Superintendent of this county. DR. W. W. PUETT. Dr. Puett was another physician who practiced here a short time only, having moved here from Rhine, Ga. After a short sojourn here he moved to Duluth, Ga. He had a splendid practice while here, and he and his wife were both very much beloved by a large circle of acquaintances. DR. HARLOW PEACOCK. Dr. Peacock is the youngest physician of this city, having graduated at a medical college in-Chicago only a few years ago. He has a promising future in his chosen profession. He is a son of Mr. Richard Peacock of this city. Colored Physicians. The following colored physicians have practiced their profession in Eastman: Dr. J. H. Thurber, Dr. W. L. Jenkins, Dr. F. M. Hill, and Dr. W. L. Whitehead, all of whom have made good citizens and enjoyed a large practice among the colored people. Additional Comments: From: HISTORY OF DODGE COUNTY COPYRIGHT 1932 By MRS. WILTON PHILIP COBB Printed by FOOTE & DAVIES CO., ATLANTA. File at: http://files.usgwarchives.net/ga/dodge/history/other/gms559physicia.txt This file has been created by a form at http://www.genrecords.org/gafiles/ File size: 7.8 Kb