In Attendance JG1  JG2  TH  CM  MS  MD  DF  PL

Crocs took the chair and Herbie acted as the scribe

Apologies From those lucky enough to be selected for the Seniors and others.

Results of the foreshortened round of 14 holes due to the weather.

    DOD. Herbie and Scuttler 27

     DD. Crocs and Brains 30

    Winners Monty&Rabbi.  Davo&Laird. 32

    Two. A magnificent shot at the 17^th by Herbie.

Toast Laird Granddaughter Ayala who won the NE pentathlon.

RIP Brian  Huggett ex Ryder Cup Captain.

AOB.   Swears £3.10 Levy £4.00

              Next Monday tee times of 8.50 and 9.00 cancelled

              Best wishes to Shagpile, Straggler and the Geezer.

              Next Sunday those on tour reminder first tee time 1.00

Meeting closed 12.05

Apologies from all those not here.

Present: – AW, PB, DF, LW, PL, CC, JG (1), TH, MD, MF, MC, BR, DGM, JG (2), CM, MS, MM & JG (3) meeting and festivities.

Sixteen players contested the Chairman’s Quaich. Singles, full handicap allowance.

Two Beers assumed the role of Stand-in Chairman.

He welcomed Shagpile back into the fold, it was good to see him looking well.

Competition Results.

One two today at the 17^th by the Rabbi, he pockets £3.20.

Duffer of the Day was Two Beers with 27 points.

Deputy Duffer of the Day was Davo with 28 points.

Runner up with 39 points was Brains, he gets £6.

However, today’s winner and recipient of the Quaich was Monty with a quite stunning 45 points, He gets £10 and the Trophy.

The presentation was made by last year’s winner Johnnie and recorded for posterity by Crocs.

Levy raised £8.00.

Swears raised £4.59.

Geezer Cards raised £3.65???

Toasts

Monty, Marcus and Emperor for their stunning performance last Wednesday. Monty for winning the Turner Cup, (he’s in a rich vein of form) and Marcus for winning division 2 with Emperor runner up.

The Laird’s 12-year-old Granddaughter for winning the 11/12 aged group English Triathlon at the weekend.

Last meeting’s minutes were accepted.

Matters Arising

None.

AOB

The Laird announced that on 30^th September a number of MOHGS would be away. After a show of hands, he will cancel two tee times at Morpeth for that day.

Herbie’s Tour will be reassessed after Craigielaw wanted massive price for single rooms. He will cogitate further before coming up with another suggestion.

The Laird announced that from 18 November until 3 February 2025, tee tines will start at 9am.

Crocs had been moved by the appearance of a decorated Christmas Tree at a Garden Centre. He announced that it was never too early to start planning for festivities.

Herbie tried to embarrass Sparky by announcing he had failed to clear the Ladies Tee on the 5^th. Sparky did manage a 5 though.

The Laird did remind MOHGS not to take relief on the tee boxes 15, 17 and 18.

MOHGS sent good wishes to the Chairman on the occasion of his Competition, he was missed.

Thanks, should have been offered to The Emperor for yet another well organised feast! The sandwiches and chips were well received with the free drink. Even the interloper enjoyed his buttie.

The meeting closed at 1.10pm.

In Attendance  BR PL LW DGM JG(2) MS CC JG(1) TM TH PF CM( meet only)

Apologies All those on their hols.

Eleven trusty souls took part in todays singles competition in misty conditions. The mist got thicker and thicker as the round went on. By the 18^th the group playing with Ming nearly lost him but the shout of SHOT soon rectified the problem.

Results  Two  Emperor on 8^th.

Duffer of the day Monty 28pts

Deputy Duffer Rabbi and Emperor 31pts

RU Two Beers 39pts

Winner Mighty Ming 41pts

Toast. Davo for last weeks Foursome win on Wednesday (His partner was fantastic)

Minutes. Accepted as read with no matters arising. Herbie agreed to act as this weeks scribe.

AOB. Brains requested all players use the Mohgs nicknames on the scorecards please to make his job easier.

Thanks to Herbie for organising a successful day at the delightful course of Wooler. Just a pity he could not make it due to car problems.

Our Chairman reported all monies had been paid to Kinross some doubt expressed about the Rabbis rubber cheque. DGM is awaiting the menu before he can circulate to all attendees. Davo may be travelling up the day before (for sneaky practice). Watch this space.

Crocs reported that the collection towards Shagpiles wheelchair reached £130 which would be donated to the British Legion.

As a number of Mohgs are playing for the Seniors next week it was decided that one tee time should be cancelled by Brains.

Geezercards raised £2.20 Swears £2.20 and levy £5.50.

Meeting closed promptly at 12.46.

Apologies from all those not here.

Present: – TM, GW, AW, PB, DF, LW, PL, CC, JG (1), TH, MD, MF, MC, BR.

Fourteen players this bank holiday morning. The Comp. Sec. decided on an innovative Pairs Competition with each pair not playing with his partner, although each knew who the partner was! Full handicap allowance and both players score to be added together for the result.

The Matador stepped into the role of Stand-in Chairman, mainly because he sat at the head of the table!

Competition Results.

One two today at the 14^th by Davo, he pockets £2.80.

There was a hiatus in announcing the results this morning, the Competition Secretary could not read his own writing. The corrected results are as follows:

Duffers of the Day were Ming and Bumpers with 58 points, they will receive a two-shot uplift.

Deputy Duffers of the Day were Winker and The Laird with 60 points. They get a 1 shot uplift.

Runners up were Brains and Davo with 70 points. They get nothing £2 each. They have a 1 shot reduction.

Today’s winners were Rabbi and The Emperor with 73 points. They get £5 each. They have a 2 shot reduction.

Levy raised £7.00.

Bank holiday so no swears and no Geezer Cards, however a 20p addition levy was demanded by the Emperor. That raised £2.90! (don’t ask!)

Toasts

Lottie Woad, English Golfer, for winning the Silver Medal at yesterday’s Ladies Open.

Morpeth Juniors for becoming league champions yesterday at Longhirst. First time in over 25 years.

Last meeting’s minutes were accepted.

Matters Arising

None.

AOB

Apologies for the next week from The Laird and The Cardinal (maybe more). Also, from the Rabbi for 9 September.

Johnnie thanked all those who enquire after his health last week. He left the course early feeling ill.

The Cardinal pointed out that on Monday 9^th September and Monday 23^rd September there were two home Seniors friendly matches against Matfen and Longhirst respectively. The Seniors Captain was having difficulty in raising a team for both. Those MOHGS who are available should consider playing for the Seniors Team.

The Wooler Nine required at 9am on Friday.

The meeting closed at 12.50.

Apologies from all those not here.

Present: – FB (meeting only), DF (golf only), LW (retired unwell), PF, DGM, JG (1), MF, PL, BR, MS, PB, CM, TH, TM, CC, JG (2), JG (3)

Sixteen players started today; the Comp. Sec. announced a 2 from 4 competition off 90% of MOHGS Handicap.

Four teams of four.

Two Beers took the chair with the approval of our esteemed Chairman who oversaw the whole process with his usual aplomb!

As the Comp. Sec. had to depart early, it fell to the Deputy Comp. Sec. to examine the cards and announce the result.

Competition Results.

One two today at the 8^th by Sparky, however, he receives no payment because Herbie had a hole in one on the 4^th which means he scoops the dosh!

Duffers of the Day were Laird, Two Beers, Ming and Brains with 77 points.

Runners up were Emperor, Herbie, Crocs and Johnnie with 85 points. They get nothing.

Today’s winners were Rabbi, Geezer, Sparky and Cardinal with an impressive 89 points. They get £4 each.

Handicaps will be adjusted in the time-honoured manner.

Levy raised £7.50.

Swears raised £4.25.

Geezer Cards £4.00.

Toasts

Herbie for today’s hole in one!

Geezer for winning the second division Competition on Saturday.

Last meeting’s minutes were accepted.

Matters Arising

Christmas Party was discussed, finally agreed to hold the event on 16^th December. Unfortunately, the Geezer will be away again!

AOB

The Emperor proposed that the Chairman’s Quaich should be played for on 16^th September. The proposal was agreed without dissent.

Johnnie had left the course feeling unwell, we hope he recovers quickly.

The Wooler Nine will be receiving e-mail correspondence from Herbie.

Rabbi advised that Biggles had undergone further surgery last week. MOGHS wish him continued improvement.

Two Beers apologised for next Monday.

The meeting closed at 12.24.

Apologies from all those not here.

Present: – MC (golf only), JG(1), MF, PL, BR, MS, PB, DF, CM, TH, MD, (golf only), CC (golf only), AW, LW, PF

Fifteen players again today, the Comp. Sec. suggested a waltz off 90% of handicap.

Herbie assumed the chair and declared the 721^st MOHGS meeting open.

The Chair then appeared and Herbie quickly offered to relinquish the chair, however Frank declined. Frank was welcomed to the meeting.

Competition Results.

Three twos today!

One at the 14^th by Winker, another at the 17^th by Winker and one by Davo at the 17^th. One pound for each two!

Duffers of the Day were Laird, Crocs and Cardinal with 61 points.

Deputy Duffers of the Day were Ming, Scuttler and Davo with 63 points.

Runners up were Emperor, Herbie and Rabbi, and Bumpers, Brains and Sparky with 69 points. They get nothing.

Today’s SCD winners were Winker, Kwock, and Johnnie with a staggering 81 points. They get £5 each.

Handicaps will be adjusted in the time-honoured manner.

Levy raised £7.50.

Swears raised £3.80.

Geezer Cards £4.90.

Toasts

Morpeth Golf Club for finishing second in the golf league second division therefore gaining promotion.

NUFC for winning the Sela Cup.

Team GB at the Olympics for winning 65 medals.

Aaron Rai for winning first PGA Tour Title.

Last meeting’s minutes were accepted.

Matters Arising

Christmas Party only to be discussed in the Geezer’s and Emperor’s presence.

AOB

Herbie has now 9 players for Wooler on 30 August. First tee time 9.30am

Brains announced the Chairman’s Quaich will be contested on 2 September. Both the Laird and The Cardinal apologised.

Herbie’s observation from the course was a serious matter. He felt that any wager on the course should be honoured. This was readily agreed by all (bar one). However, apparently the Rabbi had stated that if Herbie had all Geezer Cards at the end of the round, he (Rabbi) would pay the £1. Herbie duly walked off the course with all cards and yet Rabbi did not pay up!

Clearly not to be trusted!

The meeting closed at 12.26.

Apologies from all those not here.

Present: – TH, MD, (golf only), PL, JG(3), GW, CC, DGM, PB, JG(1),CM, MF, TM, DF, JG(2), MC, MS (meeting only).

Fifteen players today contesting the MOHGS Championship.

Two Beers was in the Chair.

He welcomed back Herbie from his sojourn in Turkey.

Competition Results.

Two twos today!

One at the 14^th by The Geezer and another at the 14^th by Sparky. They share £3.

Duffer of the Day was Two Beers with 20 points.

Deputy Duffer of the Day was The Laird with 21 points.

Runners up were The Cardinal, Monty and Ming with 34 points. They get £1.50 each.

However, the MOHGS Champion for this year is shared between Matador and Bumpers with 35 points. They get £5 each and six months holding the prestigious trophy.

Handicaps will be adjusted in the time-honoured manner.

Presentation was made by last year’s winner Ming. The two Champions gave a very magnanimous acceptance speech which the Chairman seemed to miss.

Levy raised £7.50.

Swears raised £5.00.

Geezer Cards £4.00.

Toasts

Andy Murray for a long and happy retirement from competitive tennis.

Tommy Fleetwood for the silver medal at Paris Olympics.

Tommy Cassidy, ex Newcastle United player and recently the MOHGS Trophy Man who died last week. RIP.

Last meeting’s minutes were accepted.

Matters Arising

Christmas Party only to be discussed in the Emperor’s presence.

AOB

Herbie pleaded for one for Wooler on 30 August, Matador may step into the breach. To be confirmed.

Laird asked if any MOHGS had reserved a tee time for RNLI at Newbiggin on 16 August. The silence was deafening.

The meeting closed at 12.39.

Apologies from all those not here. Specific apology from Marcus via Crocs.

Present: – DF, PL (golf only), JG (3) (golf only), AW, CC, DGM, PB, GW, TH, JG (1), MD, CM, MF, TM, LW.

Fifteen players today, five 3 balls with best 2 scores to count off 90% handicap.

Two assumed the Chair al fresco.

Competition Results.

Two twos today, at the 8^th by Brains and at the 14^th by Crocs. They share £3.

Duffers of the Day were Rabbi, Silver Fox and The Laird with 60 points.

Deputy Duffers of the Day were Johnnie, The Geezer and Sparky with 68 points.

In third place and getting nothing were Matador, Scuttler and The Cardinal with 69 points.

In second place and still getting nothing were Two Beers, Winker and Ming with an impressive 79 points.

However, this week’s winners were Brains, Davo and Crocs with a mighty 83 points, they get £5 each.

Handicaps will be adjusted in the time-honoured manner.

Levy raised £7.50.

Swears raised £6.20 +20p.

Geezer Cards £4.20

Toasts

None.

Last meeting’s minutes were accepted. However, concern was expressed that last week’s washout had not been recorded for posterity. Those who did brave the elements only played 11 holes and got soaked, they aborted the competition, and no minutes were taken.

The disquiet from other MOHGS was noted.

Matters Arising

None.

AOB

Herbie has 8 players for Wooler on 30 August, he has booked three tee times so would like another player if possible. Please contact Herbie asap.

Laird had visited Shagpile who was in good spirits and sent his regards to the MOHGS.

The Geezer noted that the club no longer offered insurance against flying golf balls. He had taken out specific golf insurance and could get additional perks (golf balls) by referring a friend. They too would get signing up fees of balls! Ming and Winker immediately grabbed a referral.

The Laird pointed out that it was MOHGS Club Championship next Monday.

He also reported that Biggles had returned to Scotland and was showing improvements.

Crocs pointed out that it was never too early to consider the Christmas Party. Several MOHGS thought that we were delaying Christmas until New Year.  Ming claimed it was ‘just a piss up’ and was duly fined 20p for obscenity.

It was agreed to await The Emperor’s attendance when he could add the financial perspective.

The meeting closed at 13.00.

Apologies from all those not here.

Present: – DF, JG (1), CM, PF (golf only), JG (2), LW, GW, TH, PB, BR, AW, PL (meeting only), MD, MC, CC, TM, MS.

Biggles sends his best wishes to the MOHGS, he is returning to Scotland in 2 weeks.

Sixteen players today, four fourballs playing off 90% of MOHGS handicap.

The Geezer assumed the Chair. He was welcomed back from his trip across the pond.

Competition Results.

One two today, at the 8^th by Scuttler. He scoops the £3.20 but he shared it with his playing partner, The Laird.

Duffers of the Day were Scuttler and The Laird with 35 points.

Deputy Duffers of the Day were The Cardinal and Herbie with 36 points.

In fourth place and getting nothing were Ming and Davo with 40 points.

In third place and still getting nothing were Bumpers and Emperor with 41 points.

In second place were Johnnie and Monty with 42 points, they receive £2 each.

However, this week’s winners were Kwok and Brains with 43 points, they get £6 each.

Handicaps will be adjusted in the time-honoured manner.

Levy raised £8.

Swears raised £6.

Geezer Cards £3.20 (all players contributed 20p)

Toasts

Bob MacIntyre for winning the Scottish Open yesterday.

The Laird magnanimously offered a toast to England Football Team for coming second (again) in the Euros final. There was a reluctant quaffing of drinks.

Last meeting’s minutes were accepted.

Matters Arising

None.

AOB

The Laird had had contact with Shagpile, the rearranged RNLI Day is to be Friday 16 August, at a cost of £10. As this is the Seniors Away Day at Sharperley, many MOHGS are going there. Any wishing to play at Newbiggin that day will have to contact Newbiggin direct.

Herbie is arranging a day trip to Wooler on 30 August, anyone wishing to go let Herbie know asap.

MOHGS are reminded that the Championship will be played for on Monday 5^th August.

The meeting closed at 13.00.

ATTENDEES
Everyone except the Cardinal and the Geezer both of whom had sent their apologies.

COMPETITION (6 teams of 3, 2 from 3 to count)

Two 2’s Ming on the 4th & Scuttler on the 8th. Each received £1.80.

DoD Rabbi/Silverfox/Brains +1

Runners Up Kwok/Herbie/Winker each received £2 (no handicap adjustment)

Winners Matador/Ming/Sparky – 1 each received £4.

CASH
Levy £9. Geezer Cards £4.40. Swears £6.20

LAST WEEKS MINUTES ✅

TOASTS Cameron Twynam and somebody called Ferguson !

APOLOGIES for next week – 2 Beers

AOB
Wooler away day rescheduled for Friday 30th August. Interested, then please let Herbie know.