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Greenkeepers Club of New England

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NEWSLETTER

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AUGUST 1945

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The boys journeyed to Worcester for their July meeting and tournament. Tatnuck Country Club was the scene of action. Again this Club lived up to the splendid reputation it has made
with the Greenkeepers for its hospitality and generosity. At 12:30 a delicious buffet luncheon
was served, reinforced by superb liquid refreshments supplied by club members.
A short business meeting followed, during which time a hearty vote of thanks and appreciation was given to Lawrence McCoy, Greens Chairman, and John Latvis, the faithful Greenkeeper.
The announcement of an 18 hole medal tournament was the signal for the rush to the
first tee to survey the best means of maneuvering the tee shot by the pond. Incidentally, many of
the old duffers thought the pond had grown a bit larger and a bit nearer to the tee. Strange as it
seemed, no one splashed the water on the first nine but on second trial Gene Mauro kept the water
well riled. Harold Mosher was more considerate. He put his shot in the boat.
The scores were as follows:
John Latvis
94—25—69 (The winner)
Paul Hayden
90—20—70
Harold Mosher
95—25—70
Homer Darling
89—19—70
Arthur Anderson
96—25—71
Steve Hannon
94—22—72
Simeo Braio
95—20—75
Tony Sperandio
88—13—75
Sam Mitchell, Jr.
103—25—78
Narry Sperandio
91—12—79
Gene Mauro
111—29—82
Paul Wanberg
111—26—85
E. Polhamus
120—28—92
We were all glad to see Sailor Tony Sperandio, MM 1/C, home on a 28-day leave. Tony has
seen plenty of action in the South Pacific.
Some of the highlights of the tournament were: Wanberg's 10-foot thrust off the first tee
and his prodigious second shot recovery. Anderson wading in the No, 3 brook seeking a fellow
competitor's ball. All he found was a blood sucker. Sim's birdie on No. 4, and John's birdie on
No. 15. And finally, the impressive trees, hills and fresh air at Tatnuck.
The next meeting will be held at Juniper Hill Golf Course, Northboro. Take either the
turnpike or Route 20. Luncheon will be served at 12:30 at the club ala unique style. Since this
is the first visit of the club to this course, Darling says he is going to take advantage of the experience and knowledge possessed by the members. He will offer a special prize for the best suggestions and answers to a questionaire on the course problems. So arrive early (11:00 A.M.) to view
the problems and enjoy a bullfest.
H. DARLING