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Recognize Positive Results The competitor entitled to play first from the teeing ground is said to have the ‘‘honor.’’ Official Rules of Golf, Rule 10, Order of Play
A dignified English solicitor and widower with a considerable income had long dreamed of playing Sandringham, one of Great Britain’s most exclusive golf courses. One day, while traveling in the area, he made up his mind to chance it and see if he could play the course. Upon entering the clubhouse, he asked at the desk if he might play the course. The club secretary inquired, ‘‘Member?’’ ‘‘No, sir.’’ ‘‘Guest of a member?’’ ‘‘No, sir.’’ ‘‘Sorry.’’ Disappointed, the lawyer turned to leave. As he did so he spotted a slightly familiar figure seated in the lounge, read-
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