2017 US Open June Memorabilia Auction
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 6/18/2017
1931 Billy Burke Putting, Burke with Trophy, and Alex Herd Photos
Presented here are two 8" x 10" photos of Billy Burke and a 6" x " photo of Alex Herd.
Billy Burke burst into sudden fame when he came from behind to tie George Von Elm after 72 holes for the 1931 United States Open Championship. The two remained tied after the first playoff contested over 36 holes. In the second 36 hole playoff Burke was the winner by one stroke. Winning the marathon, and bringing a change to 18 holes for U.S.G.A. Open playoffs. Of note, Burke in winning was the first to triumph at the US Open with steel-shafted clubs.
Alex Herd won the 1902 Open, defeating Harry Vardon and James Braid by one stroke. Open Championships were the only Major tournaments he would appear in, choosing rather to compete in local golf tournaments. Local tournaments like the one in this picture, a match between golfers and police officers. This photo measures 6" x 8".
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1931 Billy Burke Putting, Burke with Trophy, and Alex Herd Photos
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