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Lot #1268
Jim Barnes

“Pres. Harding handing me the golf cup for the American Open Championship which I won in 1921”

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“Pres. Harding handing me the golf cup for the American Open Championship which I won in 1921”

Leading figure in the early years of professional golf in the United States (1886–1966) who won the first two PGA Championship tournaments. Uncommon ALS, one page, 7.25 x 10.5, December 10, 1952. Letter to Bill Schroeder of the Helms Athletic Foundation. In part: “Glad you rec’d the golf club which I sent to you and also the photo of Pres. Harding handing me the golf cup for the American Open Championship which I won in 1921.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds, two partial punch holes to bottom edge, and a staple to the upper left corner. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Rare Manuscript, Document & Autograph
  • Dates: #416 - Ended October 16, 2013





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