Trio of 1937 Golf Facts Not Theories Newspaper Clippings Featuring Bobby Jones by Alex Morrison
Three original newspaper clippings from the syndicated sports column Golf Facts: Not Theories, authored by Alex Morrison. The columns were published by Central Press and each carries a printed copyright notice at the bottom stating Copyright, 1937, King Features, Inc. The content focuses on the technique and career of legendary golfer Bobby Jones during the late 1930s.
The first clipping, numbered 65, is titled Bobby Jones Prefers Snead's Game to Guldahl's and includes a line drawing illustration of a golfer in mid-swing. The text details a conversation between Morrison and Jones regarding the styles of Sam Snead and Ralph Guldahl. The second clipping, numbered 11, titled Bobby Jones Expects to be on His Game in 1938, features a portrait illustration of Bobby Jones in a suit and tie. The article discusses Jones's return to form at the Garden City course and his prospects for the 1938 season. The third clipping, a vertical strip numbered 6, is titled Bobby Jones' Game Best in Warm Weather and illustrates two golfers on a course. The text provides instructional advice on maintaining physical looseness during the golf swing, citing Jones's preference for playing in warm temperatures.
Each clipping is printed on standard 1930s newsprint and retains the original headers reading GOLF FACTS NOT THEORIES - By Alex Morrison By Central Press. .
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