Apologies from all those not here.

Present:- DF(Golf only), PL, CM, JG2, MS, TH, TM, JG1, GW, PB, MC, CC

The Chair made a brief appearance at 8.15am played the first hole and returned home. It was good to see him and next time we meet he owes his dues!

Herbie volunteered to step into the breach with all other options explored. Herbie should have welcomed back Ming from his Commonwealth Games duties, it was remiss however it is noted!

Singles today with an initial field of 13.

Competition Results;

The Deputy Stand-In Competition Secretary (JG1) announced the results

No twos today so £2.40 to the Emperor’s coffers.

Duffers of the Day with 30 points were Scuttler, Crocs, and Brains

DDsoTD with 35 points were Ming and Geezer.

Runners up were Rabbi and Bumpers with 37 points and receiving £2 each.

But champion golfer of the week with a stunning 40 points thanks to a new putting style was The Cardinal who walked off with a tenner!

Geezer Cards gleaned £3.50

Swears £4.00 Geezer back

Last week’s minutes were accepted, however the scribe noted he had missed one attendee, he thought it was Herbie but on checking his notes found to be The Scuttler. Easy mistake to make!

Matters Arising

Chairman’s Quaich to be played for on 12 September.

Toasts

Grandpa Crocs, the MOHGS welcomed little Rae Philip born two weeks ago.

AOB

Herbie still trying to book Dunstanburgh for Friday 30 September.

However he will organise something.

Brains asked about the Summer jamboree, Cardinal had had a traumatic week, having an altercation with an open window at a caravan! He made a visit to Alnwick Minor Injuries unit for repairs. He will think again this week when he has more time without the dog!! Don’t ask ???

Next Monday morning the course will be closed until 2pm. There was little enthusiasm for a game on Monday pm.

The Scribe confessed to having lost his executive pen last Monday, either in the clubhouse or the car park. Anyone finding please return for a reward!

The meeting closed at 12.50 pm

Apologies for next week from, PL, GW.

Apologies from all those not here.

Present:- DF, PL, DGM, CM, JG2, PF, MS, LW, MD, JG1, GW, AW, MD, FB, PB (meeting only)

MOHGS Championship Day

Appropriately The Chair was in the Chair.

Competition Results;

The Competition Secretary announced the results

One two today at 17^th by Davo, a thing of beauty apparently (the shot not Davo). He gets £2.80

Duffer of the Day with 25 points was El Matador

DDoTD with 26 points were Johnnie and Herbie

Runners up and a valiant attempt to retain the title was The Laird with 37 points.

But champion golfer of the week and MOHGS Champion for the year is Winker with a magnificent 40 points.

The Chairman presented Winker with the trophy, which was immediately commandeered by Crocs for engraving!

Geezer Cards gleaned £3.20

Swears £2.30 Geezer missing?

Last week’s minutes were accepted.

Matters Arising

None.

Toasts

Biggles, nice to see him last week, we continue to wish him well.

All Gold winners from the home countries in the Commonwealth Games.

Toon for winning first game of season in 9 attempts.

AOB

Vote of thanks to The Laird for organising RNLI day. Apparently 47 points won, a player from Bedlington. But more importantly £2k raised for RNLI

Herbie wondered if anyone else had seen a 5 put today after the iron had been out??

Emperor struggling with knee injury, hopes to get back asap.

Herbie proposing an away day on Friday 30 September at Dunstanburgh. Watch this space.

Brains asked about a Summer jamboree, Cardinal to consider.

Chairman’s Quaich to be played for on 5 September subject to final details between The Laird and Brains.

The meeting closed at 13.05 pm

Apologies for next week from, PF, AW, DGM, Davo and Johnnie.

Apologies: all those not attending and hadn’t bothered to send apologies.

Present: FB PL MS CM JG2 TH DGM TM GW DF BR M

Results: Our imaginative competition Secretary came up with a waltz today after a mention about strictly was heard in the carpark (wrong context I think)

DOD:  Straggler, Rabbi, Herbie with a miserly 63 points. Did they get the format right?

DDOD:  2Beers, Scutler (nice to see you) Matador (happy anniversary) 76 pts

Second:  Crocs, Monty Davo 77pts

Winners: Emperor, Laird, Geezer with a magnificent 79pts

Two’s  2 Beers and won £2.40.

Minutes of the last meeting were accepted as a true record.

Matters Arising:  Newbiggin Friday 5^th August meet 9.00 for refreshments with the first tee time being 9.50

Foxton Hall away day. Only two members responded in the affirmative Brains and Herbie and Crocs responded with a negative (bed too hard apparently).

Disappointing response. Will someone cancel the booking?

Toasts: Great to see Biggles and Mrs Rabbi here and we all wish him well when he returns to Elgin.

The Ironesses for their European win. Especially the lass who whipped her top off. Most exciting bit of the game for some.

Herbie for volunteered to record the minutes.

AOB: An observation from the course was made that the team of Herbie, Rabbi and Straggler were held up by a two ball and left the following group trailing in their wake. Subsequently the nickname of Straggler was considered inappropriate.

The members were reminded that you can only change names at the AGM with a brown envelope. Besides this was probably a flash in the pan.

Meeting closed amicably at 12.30

Present. JG. PF.BR.PL.FB.MNM.TM.GW.MC.DG-M. JG (2). TH.

Absent DF. Left early to get plastered.

Minutes of the last meeting were accepted as a true record. Matters arising None

 Results

DoD.  Brains, Qwok, and Geezer. Each allotted I extra shot on MOHGS handicap system.

Winners Monty, Scuttler and 2 Beers. Each deducted 1 shot on MOHGS handicap system.

Winners received £4.00 each. No 2s recorded with £2.40 into the Treasurers pot.

Geezer Card £3.60 and swears £6.00. Treasurer BR added the taking into his piggy bank with a smile.

Newbiggin Golf Club Outing.

MNM asked for the meal choices to pass onto the Newbiggin Caterer, it was agreed at the meeting to order 9 Pie and Chips.

Foxton Outing 30 October 2022.

Dinner Bed and Breakfast and 2 rounds of golf. Cost £125.00. 12 places pre booked. Can all those wishing to attend please respond to the Laird by 30 July 2022.

Brains asked about the MOHGS Championship which should have been played in June. It was agreed to hold this event on Monday 8 August 2022.

Peter Layton gave an update on Biggles recovery programme.

1. Biggles left hand vocal cords are starting to show progress which is a great sign. He has managed his first spoonful of custard. Well done
2. Hopes to go home to Elgin in the near future
3. He hopes to make an appearance at next Mondays MOGHS event. Weather permitting.
4. All the MOHGS in attendance sent their best wishes.

Toasts. Brian Ross and Laurie Walker on winning the Seniors Competition.

These minutes are a joint effort. In the absence of a scribe Brains asked for a volunteer.

Eventually the Geezer offered to take the minutes with Bumpers offering to translate the minutes and forward to Brains for distribution.

Meeting Closed at 12.55pm.

Apologies from all those not here.

Present:- DF, PB, PL, DGM, CM, CC, JG2, PF, BR, MS, LW, MC, MD, JG1, GW, TM,

Another hot day!

Two Beers was in the Chair.

Competition Results;

The Competition Secretary announced the results

No twos today so the pot goes to the Emperor’s Tin, as agreed several meetings ago!

Duffers of the Day with 34 points were Johnnie and Bumpers, also Emperor and Rabbi all four receive a one shot uplift.

DDoTD with 36 points were Crocs and Ming, unfortunately nothing for them.

Runners up were Monty and El Mat with a very creditable 41 points and both get £2

But champion golfers of the week were Kwok and The Laird with a magnificent 46 points. Both get £6 and a one shot reduction.

Geezer Cards gleaned £4.10 (how does that work)

Swears £7.40 which was a much better effort than of late. Perhaps the temperature is making tempers fray!!

Last week’s minutes were accepted.

Matters Arising

None.

Toasts

No toasts, but Bumpers observed that a Morpeth Harrier (Daniel Dixon) had been selected to represent England in the Commonwealth Games Triathlon. MOHGS send him our support and best wishes (will he ever know?)

AOB

Shagpile had made contact with the Laird, he had checked out Foxton for an overnighter (Sunday/Monday) in October at a cost of £125 Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and two rounds of golf. There was a general approval for Shagpile to explore dates.

Herbie offered a vote of thanks to Crocs for organising the golf at Bridlepath last Friday. Those who attended agreed that it was a good day.

The meeting closed at 12.58pm

Apologies from all those not here.

Present:- PB, PL, CM, DGM, MS, TM, DF, LW, BR

The stand in Chairman (Two Beers) welcomed all present and asked the assembled members to appoint The Cardinal as Hon. Sec. and The Emperor as Financial Guru.

Unsurprisingly this was accepted without dissent.

One score from three today.

Competition Results;

The Competition Secretary announced that there were no 2’s posted. £1.80 carried forward to next week in the safe custody of the new Financial Guru.

Duffers of the Day with 45 points were The Cardinal, The Geezer and Crocs, together with The Laird, Two Beers, and Herbie!!

Deputy Duffers and by default Champions of the week with 49 points and £3 each were Rabbi, Johnnie and The Emperor.

Handicaps will be adjusted in the time honoured fashion with everyone’s handicap changing. Moving Day!!

Swears gleaned £3.25 ??? and Geezers Cards £2,80.

The Stand In Chairman pointed out that as it was the first Monday of the month (indeed the first Monday of the new Season) fines for inappropriate dress were in order. The Geezer claimed that his sweater was inadvertently in the wash and suggested that the fine be collected from ‘Her Indoors’

The Competition Secretary was welcomed back from holiday and Covid. Looking very George Clooney like! He gave a comprehensive assessment of the 2021/2022 season, report attached. On conclusion a spontaneous round of applause occurred, The Laird was visibly moved!

Minutes of Last meeting were agreed.

Matters Arising

Two Beers (aka Stand In) advised that 3 tees have been booked for Hexham on April 29^th. Currently ten MOHGS have requested to play, there are two more spaces available so let Two Beers know asap if anyone else wishes to attend.

Toasts

The Cardinal for a stunning win in last week’s Senior’s Singles.

Two Beers and The Rabbi for runner up in the same comp. All playing in the same 3 ball????

Toast to Kwok for magnificent effort with the pen over the last 13 years.

Toast to Adam who has taken over catering duties on Monday and Tuesday.

There being no further business the meeting closed at 12.20pm

Yes, you read that correctly! 12.20pm!

PRESENT: C.M, L.W, P.F, F.B, B.R, P.L, D.G-M, J.G, M.C, M.S, B.D(n/p), P.B, T.M.

APOLOGIES: The Laird, Scuttler, the Prof and Ming. The Chair gave his apologies for next week.

RESULTS: There was one 2 by the Cardinal on the 4th. He pouched the rollover jackpot plus the day’s takings amounting to a whopping £13. Today’s game was played in groups of three with the best and worst scores counting on each hole. The D’soD were the unfortunate Cardinal, Geezer and Emperor with a miserable 55 points. The winners with 61 points were 2Beers, Herbie and Brains who are the Champines of the week.

THE MINUTES OF THE PREVIOUS AGM WERE ACCEPTED IN THEIR ENTIRETY.

MATTERS ARISING: The New Year Bell is still missing therefore previous winners have not had the pleasure of displaying the coveted award. If anyone has any information regarding the bell, please inform the members asap. Bumpers offered to donate a replacement trophy if no information is forthcoming.

STATEMENT BY THE CHAIR: The Chair observed that we had come through a very difficult period due to the Covid pandemic. He thanked all the officers for their perseverance and dedication. He also thanked 2Beers for occupying the hot seat during his absence and raising the standard of Chairmanship considerably.

FINANCIAL STATEMENT: The Fin. Sec. declared that he was in the same boat as Rishi Sunak, in that he had paid out quite a lot, but that revenues had slumped. However he could now see the green shoots of recovery but the kitty was not as healthy as at the previous AGM. The total stands at £190.50 plus today’s takings. He paid out a total of £260 towards the cost of the Christmas Party and apologised to those unfortunate members who missed out on the treat.

Unfortunately the Comp Sec aka the Laird missed today’s meeting due to Covid. The members wished him a speedy recovery. He had informed the meeting that he will reveal his statement upon his return to the fold.

ELECTION OF OFFICERS FOR 2022:

Burt Kwok observed the MOHGS protocol and delivered his resignation address via the brown envelope after a period of 13 years in the role. He was thanked for his contribution and was asked to reconsider but Kwok was not for turning.

The Chair asked for volunteers to replace the secretary but none were forthcoming at the present time.

AOB: There followed a discussion about slow play, which resulted in a plea for all members to be aware and attempt to keep up with the group in front.

BIGGLES: The Rabbi gave an update on Biggles continuing recovery after spending the day with him in Leazes Park on Sunday. He is receiving speech therapy and is making good progress. The MOHGS were pleased to hear the news and sent their best wishes.

FINANCE: £3.40—-Geezer cards. £4.40—–Swears.

AWAY DAYS: The Cardinal had been in touch with Eaglescliff but they were only willing to accommodate 8 individuals at £22/person under the reciprocal arrangements. 2Beers volunteered to contact Hexham GC which can hopefully accommodate more members although the cost is £25/punter. He will attempt to arrange the game on a Friday if possible. Bumpers, very generously agreed to donate a fourball for the Hexham trip.

Wellen extolled the virtues of the English County Card which can be bought for £10 and permits holders to gain discounts at GC’c throughout the land.

MOHGS DIARY: Brains has been working on the diary for 22-23.

It was decided the the Chairmans Quaiche would be played for at the Summer Jamboree. The Cardinal suggested that the game could be played in the afternoon and afterwards a short stroll into town for a pizza or Indian.

€ The Chair reported that he had spoken to Jockstrap and that he was keen to meet up with the MOHGS on a Monday in the near future. It was noted that the next game v Beamish is due to be played at Morpeth. There were also questions about a game v Hobsons which will no doubt be answered upon the return of the Laird.

There being no further business, the meeting closed at 1.10 pm.

Burt Kwok signing off.

PRESENT: P.L, P.B, J.G(1), J.G(2), P.F, M.M, B.R, T.M, C.M, M.S, D.G-M, L.W.

APOLS: The Laird, Wellen, Bumpers, Ming, Scuttler. Monty is unavailable for the next 2 weeks.

2Beers kindly offered to Chair the meeting although he was intermittently interrupted by his persistent granddaughter who was desperate to phone her grandfather.

RESULTS: There were no 2’s therefore £2.40 is carried forward which means that the next member who nets a 2 may be in line for a whopping payout of £10.60 plus the day’s takings. The day’s results were delivered by Brains who was standing in for the lucky old Laird who is at present on holiday. The game was the best two scores from four off full MOHGS h/cap. D’soD were the unfortunate Kwok, Shagpile, Johnnie and Emperor with a measly 75 points. The winners and champines of the day were the Cardinal, Crocs, Geezer and Monty with a staggering 84 points. Handicaps will be adjusted accordingly.

LAST WEEK’S MINUTES WERE UNANIMOUSLY ACCEPTED.

MATTERS ARISING: The Cardinal confessed that he had been unable to contact Eaglescliff but assured the group that he is on the case.

TOASTS: To all MOHGS who appeared in the frame for last week’s Seniors, taking first and third place.

To the Italian RU team who beat Wales and in so doing halted a losing streak stretching back to 36 games.

AOB: The members were reminded that next week is the AGM. It was thought that there was once a trophy called the AGM Bell which members played for prior to the meeting. If anyone has news of the whereabouts of the trophy please inform the members asap.

# Brains thanked everyone who responded to his request for h/cap information. He assured the group that he would publish all the new handicaps in the near future.

€ The Cardinal revealed that £2.40 was collected in a one off contribution in place of Geezer cards. £3.30 was collected as a result of swears.

There being no further business, the meeting closed amicably at 1pm.

Burt.

PRESENT: C.M, P.L(n/p), L.W, J.G(1), J.G(2), P.B, D.F, D.G-M, F.B, P.F, B.R, T.M, C.C.

RESULTS: Delivered by the Comp. Sec. There were no 2’s, therefore £2.40 is carried forward. Today’s game was odds and evens whereby one score was recorded on the odd holes and two scores on the even holes. D’soD were the unfortunate Brains, Cardinal and Monty with a paltry 58 points. DD’soD and also runners up were the Geezer, Kwok and Ming as well as Johnnie, 2Beers and the Laird with 62 points apiece. The winners with a majestic 65 points and champines of the week, were Crocs, the Straggler and the Emperor. The Comp. Sec. finished his summation by appealing to all members to contact Brains with their h/cap information ASAP, or face the prospect of playing off scratch on 1 April.

TOASTS: To Gordon Lee—RIP.

BUSINESS:

The Laird requested that, in the time honoured tradition, all MOGHS who are likely to miss the following week’s game, report their forthcoming absence at Monday’s meeting.

€ 2Beers reported that he had contacted Hexham G.C with a tentative enquiry about a possible away day. The Manager indicated that he was not keen to offer discounts to large groups. 2Beers also stated that it would be helpful in negotiating a deal if he was able to offer a definite date to the host club. The Geezer opined that the MOHGS had earlier decided not to play away days on Mondays.
2Beers also mentioned the possibility of playing in Seniors Open competitions such as the one at South Shields which was available at £25/head.

• The Cardinal offered to contact Eaglescliff to obtain prices and availability.
  ¥ The Cardinal reported that he had recently encountered Soapy and that the President was in good spirits and looking forward to his granddaughters wedding in May. He was sorry that he was unable to play golf at present but was still keeping busy and in good health. The Chair immediately raised his glass and proposed a toast to absent friends which was warmly endorsed by the members.

The wily old Croc reported that he had recently discovered a small red muffin bag in Costa Coffee with the words—-‘Christmas to Go,’ emblazoned on the front. He used the vis aid to remind the members that it’s never too early to start planning for the Christmas Party.

The Fin. Sec. replied that the group need not wait for Christmas and immediately proposed a jamboree in the Summer. It was decided that this might not be such a bad idea and that it would be further discussed at a subsequent meeting and could possibly tie in with the Queens Jubilee celebrations.

¥ Ming, apropos nothing suddenly thrust his phone in the air and declared enthusiastically that he had just been appointed to a position at the Commonwealth Games, to be held this Summer. ——– watch this space.
$ The Chair reminded all members that the AGM would be held on 28 March. He reminded retiring officers that their impending resignations must be presented to the Secretary in a brown envelope prior to the meeting.

There being no further business, the meeting concluded jovially at 12.45.

Burt Kwok.

PRESENT: Very low turnout today, possibly due to the high winds and inclement conditions. Only 8 hardy souls attended, P.L, M.M, G.W, P.F, P.B, M.S, D.G-M, D.F(l/e).

RESULTS: Today’s event was a two man Texas Scramble with no gimmes allowed. The Laird was called away on business and left the presentation of results in the capable hands of the Cardinal. He announced that the game had proved to be extremely competitive. DoD’s were the unfortunate Kwok and Cardinal as well as 2Beers and Shagpile with a derisory 63.5 points. Runners up with 62 points were the Laird and the Rabbi. The winners and this week’s champines were the ever popular Herbie and El Matador with a magnificent 58.5 points. The two winners received £4 apiece. There were no 2’s recorded so £1.60 disappeared in the Cardinal’s coffers. Appropriate h/cap adjustments will be completed by Brains.

It was suggested that in future all gimmes should be no longer than the length of a putter grip. This proposal might be discussed at a further meeting when more of the membership are present.

BUSINESS:

* The discussion about away days was deferred but Shagpile revealed that there were good deals to be had and that members should be vigilant. Eaglescliff was again suggested as a possible goer.

* El Mat proposed that the MOHGS might consider the formation of a What’s App group. He is a member of a group which plays on Fridays and they have embraced this relatively new technology in order to keep in touch and alert each other as to their availability to play on given days. There was a certain amount of head scratching whilst some members pondered this audacious and innovative suggestion. Would all members have the acumen or indeed the software to partake?? El Mat assured the membership that the only requirements were phone access and determination. It was decided that the proposal should be left in abeyance until the AGM when all members could make an informed decision.

There being no further business, the meeting closed in good spirits at 1.35.

“What’s App Doc?”

Burt Kwok.