Vol. V II, No. 2

Published monthly by the Metropolitan Golf Course Superintendents Association

MEETING NOTICE:
March 24, Thursday
Place:
Rye Golf Club
Luncheon: 12:30 (cash lunch) $7.50
Program: Brief Business Meeting
Speaker: Stanley Zontek, Director USGA,
Northeastern Region
Host:
Richard Gonyea
Directions: Rye Golf Club is located on Route 1, Boston Post
Road in Rye, just before Harrison.
SPECIAL NOTICE: Please call Dick Gonyea for Lunch
Reservations; 835-3205—office
COMING EVENTS:
March 24
MGCSA meeting
April 2-3
Home and Garden Show, MGCSA booth,
Westchester County Center, White Plains
April 21
Westchester Hills C.C.
May
Old Oaks C.C.
June 23
Mt. Kisco C.C.
July
WaccabucC.C.
August
Picnic
September 30 Round Hill C.C. (Superintendents Invitational)
October 11 Siwanoy C.C.
November
Annual meeting
December
Christmas Party, date to be announced
MGCSA NEWS:
Yes, the educational conferences are about to wind down. It
certainly has been a busy schedule and some great conferences.
It seems that with the great success of Expo and now U of
Mass Turf and Industrial Show, certainly regional conferences
are developing to be very strong. Food for thought. It was a
tough winter and then all of a sudden it’s Spring in the
beginning of March but of course March is always fickle
anyway. It doesn’t appear at this point that ice damage will be
a problem. I think that frost will be our culprit this year. It’s
been reported as deep as 6’ and certainly in our area 2-4’. It
will be tough on roads, drain lines and the one everybody is
praying on is our irrigation systems. I would say plan for more
than normal repair work in this area. Frost is very powerful.
MGCSA has their first meeting on the 24th of March. It’s
your chance to express yourself. The officers and board
members are always looking for ways to improve the
association for the members. So say your piece and if your

March 1977

interested in a particular committee, just make yourself known
as we can always use help and new ideas. Let’s all turn out on
the 24th for our first meeting.
We have two new maintenance buildings in the area. Harry
Nichol at Country Club of New Canaan has just completed his.
Chuck Martineau of The Whippoorwill Club is in the process
right now. There are always improvements that you can make
to your existing maintenance building, not just improvements
in the actual structure, but adding equipment or storage bins.
Watch the New York Times Classified section Sunday issue.
The back two or three pages always has auctions many of
which are machine shops, garages, etc. which often have some
excellent equipment you can pick up at a reasonable price.
MGCSA has entered Tee to Green in the GCSAA Chapter
newsletter contest which will cover all the issues in 1977. The
grand award will be presented at the National Conference in
February.
Seed prices, as you have noticed, have taken off—especially
the Seaside bent. The supply is limited so don’t expect it to
come down in price. The drought conditions in the seed
growing areas in Oregon won’t help the situation for the other
grasses either. I am sure there will be some reseeding from fall
projects since it was such a poor fall for germination after the
10th of October—forget it. Normally you can expect some
warm days to get things started. This wasn’t the case last fall, a
lot of the seed has probably washed away by now. No two
seasons are the same and it’s time to gear up for opening day.
The winter golfers were starved this winter and they are ready
to go. Golf fever is in the air.
Garry N. O th e r s

“MANAGING IN TODAY’S WORLD”
>FA RD
by Ted Horton
Perhaps one of the most inspirational days I spent this
winter was as a guest of Garry Crothers at a district Rotary
Assembly where we were addressed by George Romney, twice
governor of Michigan and presently chief executive of
American Motors, John R. Mulhearn, President of the New
York Telephone Company and Dr. Norman Vincent Peale,
world-renowned author, churchman, lecturer and business­
man. Each of these dedicated and gifted men spoke about the
fundamentals essential to managing your business or pro­
fession in today’s world. Needless to say, I was very much
impressed with these men and I only wish that I could express

Editorial Staff
Co-Editor
Co-Editor

Garry Crothers
Ted Horton
OFFICERS
President:
First Vice
President:
Second Vice
President:
Secretary:
Treasurer:

Edward C. Horton, Winged Foot Golf Club
Office 914-698-2827, Home 914-937-3613
Charles Martineau, Whippoorwill C.C.
Office 914-273-3755, Home 914-428-3826
Richard Gonyea, Rye Golf Club
Office 914-835-3203, Home 914-835-3204
Michael Maffei, Back of Beyond Golf Course
Office 914-279-7179, Home 914-279-7895
Robert Alonzi, Burning Tree C.C.
Office 203-869-5779, Home 914-937-1527

problem. “Problems constitute a sign of life.” The more
problems you have the more alive you are. Strong individuals
must be subjected to pain, sorrow and problems. But the
solutions lie with positive thinking to produce positive results.
“The positive thinker is a believer in the world, his profession,
God and himself. He has the attitude that it can be done and
does it.” Dr. Peale emphasized that “you must believe in
yourself, teach children that they can do better things and
finally that we should each build a ladder to a dream with the
following “rungs to success:”
1. determination;
2. dedication;
3. discipline;
4. and a positive attitude.
In summary, the following anecdote told by George Romney
was very meaningful to me. “A father cut up a picture of the
world for his young daughter to piece and paste back together.
To his surprise she completed it rapidly and when questioned
how it was done so quickly she responded: “Easy—there was a
picture of a man on the other side and she knew that if she put
the man together the world would take care of itself.”
Credit: Rotary Area Assembly
District 723, N.Y.C.

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their philosophy as meaningfully for you to read—but, I guess
you really would have to hear them yourselves.
The management philosophy of John R. Mulhearn is the
firm belief “that here is something, extra in all of us—in our
hidden reserves of energy, talent and commitment.” There­
fore, “good management is bringing out the vital spark
in people.” Resultingly, Mr. Mulhearn suggested that we
commit all involved by announcing to the public what your
people say they can do. Your employees are good enough to
satisfy and achieve any goal if given enough time. It is your job
as manager to establish planning cycles to allow adequate
time. In short—allow the people under you to “think tall” by:
1. daring to dream—setting the impossible goal;
2. letting the people participate;
3. not depending on charisma alone—but developing know­
how;
4. letting the people fly if they think they can;
5. expecting commitment from everyone;
Perhaps most dynamic of all, Dr. Vincent Peale spoke about
the “Positive Principle Today” as a fundamental essential for
business and personal satisfaction. He noted that people are
always bemoaning that they have a problem. But a problem is
inheritantly good—for you never have a solution without a

Dear Garry:
A “doff of the old topper” for placing the USGA Associates
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Dear Ted:
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And to you Ted and Gary especially for your instant
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This is what makes our Association so outstanding.
Wishing you all a Happy and Healthy New Year.
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Dear Mr. Horton:
This is just a short note to thank you all for your kind
expression of sympathy and your generous check.
Jim always spoke warmly of the Metropolitan Golf
Association and it's membership.
He would be pleased to know that you thought so well of
him, and that you were so kind to his family.
Thank you again.
Sincerely,
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tree canopy further complimented at that time with
fertilization. Professor King cautioned that the Spruces have
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GCSAA NEWS:
OVER FIVE THOUSAND ATTEND GCSAA CONFER­
ENCE AND SHOW IN PORTLAND
Though the final tabulations by category are not yet complete,
over five thousand (5,000) individuals attend the 48th Annual
International Turfgrass Conference and Show in Portland.
One thousand thirty-eight (1,038) GCSAA members were in
attendance during the five day conference.
Theodore W. Woehrle, CGCS, of Oakland Hills Country
Club, Troy, Michigan, was elected GCSAA President at the
annual membership meeting. George W. Cleaver, CGCS, of
Chestnut Ridge Country Club, Lutherville, Maryland, was
elected Vice-President. Louis D. Haines, CGCS, of the Denver
Country Club, Denver, Colorado, was re-elected Director and
appointed as Secreatry-Treasurer. Also elected to a three-year
term as Director was Hobart T. Burgan, CGCS, of Quail Creek
Golf and Country Club, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
Appointed to the two-year term Directorship was Mike R.
Bavier, CGCS, of Inverness Golf Club, Palatine, Illinois.
The GCSAA Executive Committee Members for 1977 are:
President
Theodore W. Woehrle, CGCS
Vice President
George W. Cleaver, CGCS
Secretary/Treasurer
Louis D. Haines, CGCS
Immediate Past President Richard W. Malpass, CGCS
Directors
Mike R. Bavier, CGCS
Hobart T. Burgan, CGCS
David C. Holler, CGCS
Melvin B. Lucas, CGCS
Charles H. Tadge, CGCS

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NEW COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS ANNOUNCED BY
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President Theodore W. Woehrle has announced his appoint­
ments of CGSAA Committee Chairmen and Vice-Chairmen.
The Executive Committee wishes to emphasize that these
committees are continually looking for members interested in
taking a more active part in the business of GCSAA. If any
member has a particular interest in any of the committees,
please have him contact Conrad L. Scheetz, Executive
Director, GCSAA Headquarters in Lawrence.
SUBJECT: LOST ARTICLES AT GCSAA’S
CONFERENCE IN PORTLAND.
We were informed that a gentleman, who had been on the
bus tour to Mt. Hood, had mistakenly taken the wrong brown
top coat off the bus. The Coat belongs to Mr. George
Biddulph, 26005 Butternut Ridge, N. Olmstead, Ohio 44070.
Mr. Biddulph thinks the gentleman works at a Country Club
about 20 miles from New York City. If anyone has any idea of
who the gentleman might be, please contact Mr. Biddulph at
the above address. Mr. Biddulph has in his possession the
other individual’s coat.
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Tips for the Superintendent:
CHOOSING THE BEST SUMMER CREW
Although it's still early, now is the time to think about hiring
summer crew help. Some young people may already have
contacted you during the Christmas holidays or during their
semester break; more will come during spring break, and the
crunch will hit as the end of the school year approaches. How
you choose your summer help could make a big difference in
the kind of summer you have.
Most superintendents hire from two pools of labor—turf
students and nonturf high school and college students.
Experience has shown that men and women work out equally
well. Turf students often need on-the-job training as part of
their education, and you can influence the future of your
profession by helping them learn on your course.
Turf students are interested in turf management, not just in
a summer job, and they bring a certain degree of expertise and
understanding.
Your supervision during the summer can be of real benefit
to the students when they return to school in the fall, too,
especially if you have given them genuine experience over a
broad range of tasks. Many superintendents have a list of
operations a turf student should try during a summer
internship—mowing greens, managing equipment, calibrating
spray equipment and numerous others. If you give the students
broad experience, they will give you hard work and effort in
return, and your goodwill rating will be boosted as well.
Aside from turf students, what kinds of people make good
summer golf course employees? Those who want to work
outside and who enjoy hard work, those who can be on their
feet and operate machinery all day, those who will get to work
on time, stay the required number of hours and follow through
on assignments—these are the people who belong on your golf
course.
Before you hire a summer employee, consider exactly what
you want that person to do and be sure that you will have
enough work to keep him busy all day everyday. Boredom robs
your employees of enthuisasm and a lack of enthusiasm robs
you of quality workmanship.

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When you know clearly what you want from an employee,
choose persons to hire by evaluating their job application
forms and conducting a thorough interview. Have them use a
standard application form that asks for personal data, job
experience and educational background. The form, available
at most office supply stores, should have a place for your
comments and for recording the date work began and the
salary. This will give you similar information on each person so
you can compare one to another.
During the interviews try to ask each person about the same
questions so you can compare their answers. Ask each to
expand on his work experience and try to assess some of the
following: Is this person interested in the work? Has he shown
leadership? Does he seem forceful and appear to have good
reasoning ability? Is he sincere about his ambitions and
objectives? Does he really want to become involved? What is
the extent of his knowledge in the field and his interest in
learning more? Does he show pride in a job well done? You
can ask about the person’s future plans as well as his past
experience, and certainly find out what his job goals are. Ask
what he expects from this position and why he wants the job.
Tell each applicant exactly what the job and working
environment will be and what you expect in the way of
standards of conduct and quality of work.
Discuss salary in full. Most summer employees will be paid a
little above the minimum wage. Tell the person when payday is
and about how much each check will be. Discuss vacations and
other requests for time off in advance, make clear whether
holidays will warrant more than the standard hourly rate and
what overtime arrangements there are, if any. Discuss
withholding tax, and tell students about the special W-4 forms
that will exempt them from having money withheld.
Mention equipment or clothing that is provided by your
course and explain OSHA regulations that will affect the
employee. Ask the applicant if he has any questions, and
evaluate what he asks as you provide answers.
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experience or lack of it and on the job to be done. For the
novice, some superintendents provide a map of the course, lead
the person to the first tee, and send him around the course to
pick up trash, sticks, etc., to familiarize him with the physical
layout. Sometimes new employees are encouraged to play a
round of golf first, to get a feel for the course. Then start the
person on the first task, with complete instructions and with
someone around to help for a few days.
When you thoughtfully and thoroughly choose your crew
members and when you keep them busy and give them lots of
encouragement throughout the summer, you will have few
personnel problems and your work will be well done.
Credit: FOREFRONT, January 1977

REMIND CHAPTER MEMBERS OF TAX DEDUCTIONS
FOR EDUCATIONAL EXPENSES
Treasury regulation 1.162-5 permits an income tax deduction
for educational expenses (registration fees, cost of travel, meals
and lodging) which are undertaken to: “(1) Maintain or
improve sills required in one’s employment or other trade or
business, or (2) meet expense requirements of an employer or a
law imposed as a condition to retention of employment, job
status, or rate of compensation.”
For additional information, please check with the nearest
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coats plants while leaving the earth and air unscathed.
The invention, which is generating much interest among
agricultural experts, is the work of S. Edward Law, a faculty
member at the University of Georgia’s Agricultural Engineer­
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4,004,733.
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charges the spray as it is propelled outward by compressed air.
The air takes the spray inside plant canopies and in close
proximity to stems and leaves, where the small electrostatic
charge is sufficient to attract droplets to the plants.
The economic saving to farmers in reduced pesticide use is
estimated at more than $1 billion annually, besides the
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CHOKIYARA—A GOLF COURSE SUPERINTENDENT IN HAWAII
by Chuck Martineau
is a combination of adobe, clay and loom. Topdressing the
Taking advantage of the G.C.S.A.A. Conference in
Portland, Oregon, my wife Edie and I took a pre-conference
greens is done twice a year with sand and aerified once a year
vacation to Hawaii. During our stay in Hawaii we had a
during the summer months. Mr. Yara cuts greens five times a
week, tees and fairways twice a week.
chance to take in the 12th Hawaiian Open which was played on
Equipment is as modern as any of the courses here on the
the 50 year old Waialae Country Club in Honolulu. Seeing
mainland. An automatic Toro system pumps the water for a
young Bruce Lietzki of Beaumont, Texas win the tournament
total of 15 minutes per day. There are no wilt problems and no
was very exciting but more interesting was meeting Choki Yara
disease problems, he might spray about twice a year. Weeds
the golf course Superintendent. After introducing myself to
are a small problem with some crabgrass and goosegrass.
Choki, we went straight to his office for some Primo beer. His
Insect problems are much like ours with grubs, sod webworms,
men, friends and everyone I met made me feel very welcome—
cutworms, etc. Verti-cutting greens is done frequently, about
there’s something nice about Hawaiian hospitality.
three or four times a month. Another frequent job is
Mr. Yara was originally from the Island of Maui and later
fertilizing; in which he uses an 18-18-5 fertilizer throughout
moved to Oahu where he has been Superintendent of Waialae
the golf course. Greens get 16-18 lbs. of nitrogen per year and
for the past twelve years. Waialae is an eighteen hole golf
the fairways get about 12 lbs. of nitrogen per year. There are
course which is open twelve months of the year. It is one of
no drainage problems and the golf course has never been
three private golf courses in Oahu; the other seventeen courses
closed for any reason. Probably the toughest thing about
are either military or municipal. The Waialae course is 170
Choki’s job is that the course is open seven days a week twelve
acres built along the ocean near Diamond Head and is situated
months a year—maybe that’s why has a budget of $260,000.00.
one foot above sea level. Choki has fifteen grounds personnel
I told him that most of us could operate for two years on that
year round; two of whom are women and earning average
kind of budget, but for anyone who has been to Hawaii you
wages between $4.00 and $5.00 per hour.
know the price you pay if you can afford to stay.
The fairways are lined with big beautiful Cocoanut trees,
The Pros say that the grees at Waialae are the best they play
Monkey pod trees, Banyan trees and Shower trees.
on all year, believe me they really are super. I must say that the
The greens are of tifdward grass cut at 1/8;” these greens
entire golf course was impressive, beautiful, and well groomed,
were changed over from bent grass about twelve years ago. The
and as for the Superintendent Choki Yara he was as nice as his
tees are common bermuda grass cut at 5/16,” fairways are
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MGCSA—RESEARCH
Dear Mr. Horton:
This will acknowledge receipt of your Organization check of
$2000 today as part of the Hyperodes and Ataenius research
grant for April 1, 1976-March 31, 1977. The final payment of
$2000 for the above fiscal year may be made on or about
March 31.
We appreciate your continued support of this program,
which would be impossible to pursue without the support of
MGCSA and GCSAA.
You will no doubt be surprised at what we found in last
Tuesday’s litter samples. Even though subjected to days of
freezing temperature, a total of 945 live Hyperodes adults were
collected from 15 sq.-ft. samples. Details are shown on
enclosed sheet.
With kindest regards.
Sincerely,
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Professor of Entomology
Dear Ted:
Tony Grasso has forwarded your check together with
matching funds from METRO MILORGANITE, INC. You
can be assured the monies will be put to use promptly to
further out knowledge in turfgrass culture and related
sciences.
The Foundation is grateful for your generous contribution in
support of our research programs. All that we enjoy on the golf
course today, be it advanced turfgrass knowledge or the
resultant excellent golf facility, must be attributed to those
who give of their time and money.
Long range research projects are underway at eight
Universities, including RUTGERS UNIVERSITY, where we
are continuing a study entitled, “ROOT ECOLOGY” under
the direction of Dr. Ralph Engel.
Again, many thanks.
Sincerely yours,
Frank I. Shuman
Secretary-T reasurer

Dr. C. Reed Funk receives a check in support of bentgrass
selection and breeding, presented by Sherwood Moore,
superintendent of Woodway Country Club on behalf of
the Metropolitan Golf Course Superintnedents Association.

DO YOU WEAR GLOVES?
Do you wear gloves when handling pesticides? The
persistence of pesticides on the hands of some occupationally
exposed people was studied recently. It is found that
chlordane and dieldrin have apparently persisted on the hands
of a former pest control operator for at least two years.
Methoxychlor, captan and malathion persisted for at least
seven days on the hands of a fruit and vegetable grower.
Parathion was found on the hands of a man two months after
his last known contact with it. Endosulfan, TDE, Keithane,
Dacthal, Trithion, Imidan, and Guthion may have persisted on
the hands of some exposed workers from 1 to 112 days after
exposure.
Think about this the next time you wonder if you should
wear gloves!!!
Reprinted from the University of Connecticut Greenhouse
Extension Letter and The New Leaf News.

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