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Most publicity ever given one long service to cluh . . . Tom shot in golf was that on I>ew to retire after he and Mrs, Wil- Worsham's eagle on the 410 yd. son take European trip . . . 7 2d in nosing out Chandler Most complete advance pub- Harper at Tam O' Shanter . , . licity copy a circuit event ever It ivas a great break for exten- got, as far as we recall, was sive TV hook-up coverage . . . that on Labatt Open at Mont- TV viewers saw the shot better real . . . Small U. S. interest than Worsham or most of those in the event didn't get much in gallery at Tam . . . "The of the publicity used In U. S. Chin" went all out 011 a des- papers . • . won the peration drive and got about HERS GRAFFIS event at Summerlea, Montreal, 300 yds., with downhill roll, with 15-under 265 .. . Burkemo on the last hole . . . Then he slapped St 5 strokes behind . . . Wire service copy re- into the hole with his Double-Service club ferred to event as Montreal Open and which has about an 11-iron loft . . . Wor- Summerlea Open ... Papers naturally very sham's visor, the club and his ball also shy about giving free advertising to tour- appeared on TV7 programs after the miracle nament sponsors, shot , , . Wild excitement in homes and eluhs as shot was viewed on screens, Ted Long-worth resigns as pro at Wa- verly CC, Portland, Ore., to become new Worsham's finish, cutting down Harper sales representative for Stan Thompson from $25,000 first money to $10,000 second, custom-made clubs and Bag-Boy carts . . . recalled Sarazen's acute observation some Ted succeeded by Howard Bonar, formerly years ago: "The second guy pays off his pro at Alderwood CC, recently sold for caddie in private." $600,000 to city for airport expansion . . . Conrad Rehling, U. of Florida golf chmn. Before he came to Waverly, Ted had a lot of Physical Education dept., has written to do with early development of Byron "Golf for Physical Education Teachers and Nelson and . Coaches" that will be published in spring Andrew Bracken now golf coach at U. by W. M. C, Brown Co. , . . Contrary to of Florida . . , 18th annual Sioux Falls some reports Snead did not deliberately (S. D.) invitation tournament at Minne- break his putter at Tam O' Shanter . . . haha CC drew record field of 506 players He leaned on it and the shaft broke . . . for 18-hole round , . , Field split over 2 Probably lueky for Sam... The putter was days . . . Pro Ed Livingston and manager not true to him. Max Richmond put on event that Sioux elected capt., U. S. Falls Chamber of Commerce rates its best team . . . Team consists of Jim goodwill-trade development promotion .. . Turnesa, Jackie Burke, , Merchants contributed $1940 in prizes . . • , , , Cary Prize distribution wide so community cus- MiddlecofE, , Jr., and tomers get the edge over pot-hunters. . . . Hogan and Harrison had enough points Colin Kidd, pro, now operating Crystal to make the team but don't want to make Springs GC, Burlington, la. , , . Competent the trip . . . Fred Corcoran will manage Colin doing fine job of golf promotion at the team . . . Team will play match against this beautiful spot where scenic attrac- U. S. pro challengers at Reading, Pa., Sept. tions of which Colin and Mrs. Kidd are 18-20 . . , Ryder Cup matches Oct. 2 and 9, justifiably proud are the Kidd kids, Doro- and match against continental European thea and Mary Jane . . . Lanier Reed, pro, pros at Paris, Oct. 6 and 7. Tullahoma (Tenn.) G&CC, wrote a fine Tom Wilson, pro at Brunswick (Ga.) CC, compact series of golf instruction articles honored by club members at party for his for Tullahoma News and Guardian. Craig Wood recovering in New York from heart attack . . , Word is that he'll be OK after few weeks' rest . . . He's one of "Better color the grandest guys in the game and we'll all shoot off rockets celebrating his recov- ery . . . Tom Crane, sec.-treas., National and root growth Golf Fund, Inc., advises directors of fund of favorable ruling of Internal Revenue Service on distribution of National Golf with AGRICO" Fund money to qualified welfare and char- r * ity organizations . . . PGA Relief and Benevolent funds qualify, Joe Ezar again booking trick shot ex- ill hibitions . . . His mall address is care of Mrs. Joe Ezar, 1610 N. 16th St., Waco, Tex. . . , Joe's in line condition physically ... He spent the past five years in Pacific § ! jl Northwest in timber business ... He went hroke but came out never looking better . . . Eddie Duino, Jr., son of pro at San Jose (CaJif.) CC, suffered severe head in- jury while practicing to left of first tee at the club and getting hit by ball from the tee. Sime Brain, superintendent Lt. Wm. C. Gordon, Jr., son of widely known pro who is at Tam O' Shanter CC Worcester C. C., Worcester, Masti. (Chicago dist.) and pres., Illinois PGA, missing in action in Korea July 19 . . . Bill. "Better color and root growth result from use Jr., was on his 62nd mission, returning of AGRICO COUNTRY CLUB Fertilizer," says Sime Braio, superintendent at Worcester Country Club, Worcester, Mass. "Feeding my greens with Agrico regularly," he goes on to say, "I have found that a good healthy turf lias eliminated weeds and crab- grass. For supplementary feedings of nitrogen, I can certainly recommend Agrinite. This high-nitrogen plant food gives a longer period of feeding and excellent color and growth." • Order Agrieo now — it's America's pre- Score a "birdie' mier Golf Course Fertiliser. Contains both organic* and it) organic plant foods. Ask your SEED THIS FALL regular supplier, or write to The AMERICAN AGRICULTURAL CHEMICAL CO., 50 WITH Church Street, New York 7, N. 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American Le- gion 9-hole course at Albany, Ga., being rehabilitated by Hugh Moore . , . Hugh is donating his services to help provide good golf facilities for Albany youngsters. . Maurie Luxford, widely known for his valuable services in Southern California golf development, has opened oil Ices as public relations and publicity counselor at Best Choice 4432 Talofa Ave., North Hollywood, Calif. . . . Julius Bonis. Peggy Kirk, and Prank in the Rough.., and Mrs. Frank Cosgrove (latter being owners of Mid Pines (N. C.) CC, have fastir ritary cutters and mowers bought Pine Needles course, at Mid Pines, WOOD'S from St. Joseph-of-the-Pines, Inc. , . , Pine A stroke of good purchasing! Needles will he operated In conjunction with Mid Pines course and club, across For rugged, brushy roughs or grassy the road. fairways—the onswer's the same. Jack Smith, past 5% years pro at Beau- FASTER THAN REEL TYPE mont (Tex.) CC, now pro at Amarillo (Tex.) 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1. No domage to putting surface. The Night Crawler tan be used any time. A. Turns around on green while in operation. 3. Mare holes per squore foot. 7. No mechanical dutches — tam operated Irom Deeper penetration under alt conditions. one lever,

4. Fait (18 greens In two days). S. Climbs steep banks and approaches. 9. Operates easily — not a man-killer. 5. Clean tutting tines will not transplant trobgiais and Poa Annua. 10. Straight-in straight-out aerification.

Wrife for the name of your nearest Night Crawler deofer BERRIEN TOOL & DIE. Inc. re, Mich. DIVISION OF SOUTH BEND SCREW PRODUCTS, INC., SOUTH BEND, IND. rey Peninsula Sept, 21-34. Lawson Little writing1 book on golf for teen-agers . , . John Handwerg says he plans to lease Shaekamaxon CC, near Elizabeth, N. J., effective Jan. 1, 1954 . . . Oscar Kumbel of Teaneck, pres., CC of N. J. in River Vale, N. J., named as pros- pective lessee . , , Shaekamaxon members seek to prevent lease . . . Victoria, Tex., hopes to open, new muny course this month . . . R, Cail Byers and W. G. Acker of Pickens, S. C., among those DUBOW organizing club which expects to have 9-hole course playable in 1954. Symbol of Coif Club Excellence Alex G. McKay has resigned as supt., .nil BETTV BUSH (Belly Buib, famous professional women'i golfer, ii Goose Creek CC, Leesburg, Va, . , . Mac the newest member of our Advisory Golf Stag) now is building 9-hole course at new PREl'.l SI ON-BUILT COLF CLUBS GRADUATED GOOSE-NECK [RONS Shenandoah Retreat, 20 miles from Lees- LAMINATED and PEKS1MMON WOODS burg . . . Paterson (X. J.) News runs COMPLETELY NEW and entertaining series of biographies of local DISTINCTIVELY STYLED pros . . . El Dorado, Ark., Lions Club For MEN nn

PORTABLE PRACTICE NET THE IDEAL NET FOR INSTRUCTION AND PRACTICE SAFE • DURABLE • COMPACT • EASILY SET UP INDOOR or• OUTDOOR Shag Boy Portable Golf Net, designed and made by a PGA pro, AT THE GOLF CLUB is always ready to set up in any space 16' wide, 9' high and 20' for deep. Made of steel tubing, high grade netting and canvas it is LESSONS end PRACTICE easily postable and quickly set up. All exposed frame padded for safety. Both the back, and the target drop are made of extra For HOME « PRACTICE heavy, durable canvas. Mildew proof canvas at bottom stops ball escape. Stakes furnished for outdoor installation, . Front frame •— SCHOOLS, • COLLEGES 8' wide x 7' high x 5' deep. Back frame — 6' x 6'; wings 4' x 6' high. Frame and net shipped as one unit — weight approx. INDOOR 77 lbs. GOLF SCHOOL• S Write for detailed description and pro price. RECREATION CENTERS SHAG BOY CO. (formerly CENTRAL STATES TEESIT CO.) INDUSTRIAL PLANTS 612 Chaffee Rti, Fort Des Moines, Iowa new 9-hole course . . , Lynchburg, Va., Recreation Dept. study construction costs on 9-hole muny project. MAX FAULKNER (British Open Golf Lawrenceburg, Tenn., businessmen shar- Champion) says: ing with city the cost of building golf .. undoubtedly one of the most sensible cluh . . . Ijawreneehurg Democrat-Union, Items of golfing equip' reporting progress of financing, says, "One ment / have ever seen" of the major considerations which lias entered into the negotiations with indus- trialists for the establishment of factories in Lawrenceburg has been general recrea- /t's thegrSi tional facilities, witli particular emphasis on a development of this (golf club) kind. l/mbre/k $eat-$tick In fact, such an item is considered not At last, a walking stick, a comfortable transportable only important, but vital." seat, ond a full-siied umbrella all In one. Many styles available with gay colored panels; plain green, James Stravino, owner and pro, opens maroon or black, or Tartan covering. Luxury models his 9-hole Birch Run CC near Olean, N. Y. with leather sling seat. , . , Yakima, Wash., considering construc- " FEATHER WATE" SEAT-STICKS Several styles with all-metal or leather tion of muny course at airport . . , Long seats in various colors or Tartan Beach, Calif., considering adding 9-hole, design. Made in rustless lightweight 27-hole, 9-hole short course and range, alloys. There is a "Featherwate" for and 18-hole establishments as part of every member of the family—incIud- long-range golf facilities plan in city ing junior ! where present 27 holes of muny golf aver- A "Feather wate" Seat-Stick f* a must for all American Sportsmen age more than 200.000 players a year . . , and Women. Long Beach muny operation highly re- Full details and Trade terms from: garded as model of service, promotion and GENERAL SPORTCRAFT CO. LTD. community advertising. 215 Fourth Avenue, New York 3, N.Y. (Continued on page 76) Made by BUTTONS LTD. BIRMINGHAM 6, ENGLAND

This can't happen at clubs with i in ER5 Thermostatic SHOWER REGULATORS "HE SAYS HE'S GOIN&TD PI AY IT SAFE OUT HERE UNTIL THEY INSTALL POWERS T«MPeRATUPe REGULATORS ON THE SHOWERS? "

Stop Shower Complaint* — Keep your club members happy, comfortable, sate —- banish "booby trap showers." Have your plumber insfatl POWERS Thermostatic WATER MIXERS. They always keep the water temperature where the bather wants It, No unexpected shots of hot or cold water. No waste of time or water. Phone your plumber ioday for e quotation on installing Powers Milters. They are tops for comfort, safety and economy.

Offices In Over 60 CWet, See your pftone book.

THE POWERS REGULATOR CO., Sfcokie, Illinois • Over 60 Years of Temperature Control. 19,4 TAe Original 1953 WILLIAM B. LANGFORD GOLF COURSE ARCHITECT FULNAME Balanced Topographical Design GOLF BALL MARKERS Member : American Society at Golf Cftone Arebiterla Prompt Delivery TelppUnrl KF>HTI>fti> 6£0] Cincinnati 6, Ohio 2405 Grace Street, Chicago, Illinois

O. P. Donohue, formerly with Allis- spring ateel blade, Timkin bearing equipped Chalmers and with Power Products Co., malleable spindle assembly and ball bear- has been made vp in charge of sales of ing equipped idlers. Armstrong Products, Inc., Milwaukee, Wis. The Model 42 mows and shreds a 42-in. The Armstrong company makes small en- swath through grass, weeds and brush. gine accessories and components, among them being a new and well received re- wind starter for use on small power mower SWINGING AROUND GOLF engines. (Continued from page 23) Koyal Canadian Golf Assn. Green Sec- tion's first Maritime turf conference, at WOOD ROMftf FOR CUB TRACTOR USE Frederic ton, N. E., Sept. 23, 2S . . . Cen- tral Plain Turf Foundation conference, will be at Kansas State Agricultural col- lege. Manhattan, in October , . . Harvey Rockwell, golf writer for San Francisco News, wrote interesting column of Charles Wilson, USGA Green Section's Western director . . . Charlie says that during his 14 months on the Pacific Coast he found every course using too much water be- cause players demand soft greens . . . Charlie also said when clubs can get chairman-supt. combinations such as Jim Wilson and Ted DeTata at Green Hills and Maynard Garrison and Paul Paulson at San Francisco GC, they've got a pri- mary essential in working out a satisfac- A new single blade rotary mower for tory' maintenance program. use with the International Cub tractor has been added to the line manufactured Annual fall turf conference sponsored by Wood Brothers Mfg, Co., Oregon, 111. by USGA Green Section, University of The mower, called the Model 42, can be California and Northern California Grass mounted underneath the Cub tractor in a Council to be held at Davis campus of matter of minutes giving excellent maneu- University of California, Oct. 8 . , . New verability and enabling the operator to York Metropolitan Golf Assn. had issued watch the mowing without turning around. 6,962 handicap cards to members of 167 The cutting height is adjustable from 0 to member clubs as of July 17 and hopes to 6 inches by means of either manual or hydraulic lift, depending on which equip- issue 9000 cards before season closes . . , ment the traetor has. That'll be about 3600 more than in 1952 . , . In Westchester 67 clubs are repre- The machine has a V-belt drive, built-in skids, 5/16 in. by 2 % in. heat-treated sented in cards issued ... In Long Island

EUGENE "SKIP" WOGAN • BENT GRASS • GOLF COURSE ARCHITECT Stolons end Sod. Washington — Cl— Design, Supervision and Construction and other recommended sir4ins.

110 Summer St. Manchester, Mess. HIRAM F. GODWIN Phone Manchester 309 2234>6 Grand River Ave., Detroit 19. Mich. 47 clubs and in New Jersey 53 clubs. State Turf Assn. Bulletin, has postponed Over 2000 competing in hole-in-one con- his 6 months sabbatic leave until next test at Golfland range, Sacramento, year. Calif., sponsored by Sacramento Union Increased prices at Tam O'Shanter All and the Junior Chamber of Commerce . . . American and World championships About $3000 in merchandise prizes given brought in $11,000 more at the gate by 120 merchants, including every pro In with about 60 per cent fewer people . . , the city . . . Tommy Lo Fresti and Frank Rain every day except one . . . George S. Dolle hosts to the event . . . Scotty Chis- May won't repeat the $4.80 weekday and holm and Max Kaer supplied entertain- $6 (plus tax) charges next year , , . Price ment . . . John F. Cornman, Cornell uni- will be $2.50 (plus 20 per cent tax) every versity turf specialist and editor, NY (Continued on page 82)

CLASSIFIED ADS

Rotes: Minimum iniertlon $4.00 for SO words; PGA member now with large New England Club, additional word* 20c each. Bold foe* type, 25c. desires employment at club with smaller membership. per word. CI an If led coll. reserved far kelp or 25 years golfing experience, including Club Manage- services wanted and for tale at used equipment. ment and Greenkeeping. Excellent instructor. Mar- ried. No children. Address Ad 915 % Golfdom. Under no circumstances are we permitted to divulge the name and address of those placing the blind CANADIAN GKEENKELPER — lit YEARS AT ONE OF CANADA'S FINEST CONDITIONED CLUBS DESIRES advertisements. Responses to oil box number ads WINTER EMPLOYMENT AT SOUTHERN COURSE. should be addressed to the box number and mailed ABLE TO BRING ANY COURSE TO TOP CONDITION. AVAILABLE FOR 5 MONTHS AFTER NOV. 1ST. to GOLFDOM; replies ate promptly forwarded to MODERATE SALARY ONLY AS THIS IS TO UE SUP- advertisers. PLEMENTARY INCOME. REFERENCES. ADDRESS AD t»16 % GOLFDOM. FOR SALE — Scenic 9 hole cog rse with modern club- house :II years old) both fully equipped, Pro shop, PRO OR CREENKEEPER OR COMBINATION. LONC dining rooms tor 150, tavern find living quartern EXPERIENCE, COMPETENT, AGREEABLE. MODER- Located in Fox River Valley district of Wisconsin. ATE INCOME SATISFACTORY. EASTERN OR Good reason for selling, $65,000 with substantial SOUTHERN LOCATION, ADDRESS AO 917 % down payment. No interest on balance. Address Ad OOLFDOM. 918 % Golfdom. PROFESSIONAL - GREENKEF.PER — MIDDLE ACE, Claws A PGA professional, married, one child, desires MARRIED, PAST TOURNAMENT PLAYER, EXCEL- osition . s pro or assistant pro for the winter months, LENT, WELL-KNOWN TEACHER, CLASS A LIFETIME S ow employed as successful pro-manager at northern MEMBER P.G.A. GOOD PLAYER. PRESENTLY EM- club. Excellent teacher and promoter. Highly recom- PLOYED AT CLUB. WISH TO CHANGE FOR 1951 mended. Address Ad 919 % Golfdom. SEASON AT »> OR 10 HOLE COURSE. ADDRESS AD •>36 % GOLFDOM. HEAD LOCKER ROOM MAN ACE 31 WITH 5 YEARS EXPERIENCE — EXCELLENT REFERENCES — DE- WANTED: Used equipment for golf driving range. SIRES POSITION WITH COUNTRY CLUB FOR Specify make, age. condition, price and when avail- WINTER SEASON OK l'J5-t SUMMER SEASON. Sam able. O'Brien, 6703 Military. Omaha, Nebr. Gold, 5000 W. Yliet Street, Milwaukee 8, Wise. Greenkeeper wanted for nine hole Country Club golf FOR SALE — Active 9-hole Golf Course and Oountry course. Should have some experience and willing to Club. 1 mile outside city. Population in and around follow suggestions from the greens committee. Would city of 75,000, Only Green Fee Course. Good greens, consider young Pro-Greenkeeper, Begin April 1st, tees and watered fairways. All equipment in good 195i. Seven months open. Address Ad 927 % condition. Clubhouse constats of Bar, Club ltoom, Pro Golfdom. Shop, Locker lioom and living quarters. Located in Texas, year around golf play. Address Ad 920 % Golfdom. Supt.-Pro wanted to supervise construction of 9-hole all-grass city course, maintain course, promote and teach golf. Salary and concessions. Address: Dr. PRO. competent, energetic, reliable, young; doing very F. W. LeHaron, Worlaiid, Wyo. well on summer job at good club, wants winter job, Nov. to April. Will work as teacher, shop man or on course. Address Ad 921 % Golfdom SUPT. •— Long and successful service with prominent midwestern club noted for fine course condition, wants new connection. Highly rated by club officials Wanted — to lease with option to buy, golf range in and other supts. as alert, informed, conscientious Florida. "Would consider teaching at a dub. P.G.A, worker who gets fine results, Address Ad 92fl % member twenty-five years. Address Ad 032 % Golf- Oolfdom. ' dom, Supt. nationally known for excellence of results on Club Manager—-would like to lease or have conces- new and on established courses that need rehabilita- sions in club for coming winter in Florida. Would tion, desires change. Thoroughly experienced, reli- consider managing a small hotel or motel. Address Ad able, vigorous man who builds and maintains soundly 923 % Golfdom. and with economy, Remarkable record of putting southern courses into fine condition. Address Ad 929 WANTED—JOB IN SOUTH NOV. THRU MARCH by % Golfdom, Class A PGA member, 3S yrs, of age with best of references, Mel Roewert, Midland 0C, Kewanee, 111. GOLF PROFESSIONAL—DESIRES TO MAKE CHANCE, PAST SIX YEAHS AT CIRCUIT TOURNAMENT SITE. Presently employed as Pro-Manager and desire change 16 YEARS' EXPERIENCE IN DEVELOPING MEN, for next year as Pro or Pro-Manager, Have owned my WOMEN AND JUNIOR ACTIVITY AND GOOD WILL, own restaurant. Class A P.G.A. member, U5 vears AND IN PRO SHOP MANAGEMENT. TWO COLLECE old, excellent credit rating. Available for interview, DEGREES. CLASS A PGA MEM1IER. TOP REFER- Frank Hheplak, Picat.inny Golf Club, Dover, N. J. ENCES. ADDRESS AD 940 % GOLFDOM Vol. 27 —No. 9 • SEPTEMBER, 1953

CONTENTS The Business Journal of Golf

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Swinging Around Golf 3 Highlights in Planning Pro Christmas Selling By Herb Graffis 25 Turf Development Procedure That's Successful in S. W. Rr Bub Dunning 2R Playground Golf Added to D. C. Recreation Program. By Mi lit Christiansen 31 Roy Byrd, Home Club Pro, Is Big Builder of Golf fir Ed Satter field 40 Co "operative Monthly Sessions Great Help to Supts. 44 Attractive Practice Area Essential to Good Club By Wm. t. Gordon 48 Open Display Makes Sales With Member Self-Service By Danny Junes 52 Wm. Thayer Brown, Spalding President, Dies 56 Clover and Crab Grass Control in Greens and Fairways By O. J. Noer 60

SWINGING AROUND GOLF (Continued from page 79) day of the 1954 tournaments . . . First GOLFERS PARTY prize for World championship will be $50,000 . . . Next 59 same as this year; FLYING WITH TEAM $10,000 for second down to $200 for last place . . . Tournament players OKed the to Ryder Gup Matches division with $40,000 between first and second money. HURRY — Get your reservation in without delay if you want to join the golf University of Utah, Salt Lake City, Dr. party flying to England September 25th Irving B. McNuIty, asst. pro, botany, has for the Ryder Cup Watches. As of August initiated a research program investigating 25th several seats were still available on the B.O.A.C. plane chartered for members herbicides tn eradication of turf weeds . . . of the U, S. team and others who want to USGA Green Section to meet, Sept. 15, 5 make the trip. One way flight (going) p.m., at Oklahoma City G&CC during Na- cost is only $250, no baggage limit, and tional Amateur . . . Total entry of 1,290 includes bar and meals on piano. Tourna- for this year's USGA Amateur, the 53d ment arranged for the party so bring your . . . 177 sectional qualifiers will be joined clubs. Joe Byrne Travel Agency Is han- by 23 U. S, and British Walker Cup play- dling all arrangements. For complete in- ers and U. S. and Canadian amateur formation communicate with: champions. Fred Corcoran, Manager — U. S. Ryder Cup Team Bill Wotherspoon back on pro job at Savoy-Plaza Hotel, Southern Hills CC, Tulsa, Okla., and con- Fifth Ave. at 58th St.. New York City valescing steadily after his session at or Mayos , . . Big days at Chicago district Tom Crane, Exec.-Secy.. fee courses honoring grand pros , , .Tom Walsh Day at Westgae Valley and Harry Professional Golfers Assn., Pezzullo Day at Mission Hills. 134 N. La Salle St., Chicago 2, III.