Astus S. Magee was one of Pensacola's first black physicians. He is the namesake of Magee Field.
| Astus S. Magee | |
|---|---|
| Born | December 28, 1878 Mount Olive, Mississippi |
| Died | January 8, 1936 Pensacola, Florida |
| Occupation | Physician |
| Spouse | Beatrice Magee |
| Parents | Ephraim Magee Martha Magee |
Magee graduated from the Louisville National Medical College in 1910.[1]
Magee died of bone cancer in 1936 at his home at 1417 North 8th Avenue. At the time of his death, he had practiced medicine in Pensacola for 25 years, with his offices at 500 North Alcaniz Street.[2] Magee also operated a pharmacy called the Triangle Drug Company at the same location.
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