Apologies from all those not here.

Present:- DF, CM, JG1, PB, CC, BR, DGM, BD, MS, JG2, TM, MM (meeting only)

Two Beers stepped into the now familiar role as meeting Chairman!

He welcomed Shagpile to the throng.

Singles today with a field of 11.  

Competition Results;

The esteemed Competition Secretary announced the results.

No twos today so £2.20 to the Emperor’s coffers.

Duffer of the Day was Monty with 28 points.

DDoTD with 29 points was The Geezer, who would have received a two shot uplift but for a birdie on the last hole!!

Runner up and receiving £3 with 36 points was The Cardinal, the putting stroke is holding up well and in thanks he bought The Geezer a pint!

Winners and Champions for the week were Two Beers and The Laird with 38 points and pocketing £4 each.

Obviously, handicaps will be adjusted accordingly.

Toasts

The Laird was in a playful mood and proposed a toast to the successful Home Nations teams. Namely Scotland, there was muted support for the toast.

Herbie proposed a toast to the GB Rowing 8 who won the gold medal at the World Championships. He appeared to have more support for that toast.

Last week’s minutes were accepted.

Matters Arising

No matters arising.

AOB

The Laird wished to share a vision of remarkable prowess. Last Wednesday, a MOGHS member stunned those playing with him by walking on water at the 17^th. Well done Brains, only one other person has achieved that skill!

The Laird is about to negotiate tee times for winter period with the management. He is proposing times for MOHGS at 9.00 to 9.30 am. All supported the suggestion.

Herbie announced that the October away day would be on 14^th October at either Boldon or South Moor. Those wishing to attend please let Herbie know asap.

Herbie reminded the Rothbury Ramblers that the tee time on Friday 30^th was 10.30 and suggested meeting at 9.30 so that bacon sandwiches could be enjoyed at leisure.

Herbie then went on a ramble of his own about MOHGS members playing with Ladies last Friday and that they should be playing in skirts and off the red tees in future, I lost the will to record further ramblings.

He also reminded all the hoarders that paper £20 and £50 notes cease to be legal tender on Friday! All those with a stash should act without delay.

The Laird announced that the Chairmans Quaich had indeed been played for on 12 September and that the winner was Ming. The Quaich made an appearance and the Chairman of the day presented Ming with the drinking vessel. Ming was offered a few moments to make an acceptance speech, which he did with humility. He appeared ‘overcome with emotion’ (Bob Stokoe 1973)

Crocs then grabbed the Quaich back on the pretence of getting it engraved!

There being no further business the meeting closed at 12.50

Apologies from all those not here.

Present: – DF, PL, DGM, CM, JG2, BR, MS, JG1(partial), GW,

Two Beers was in the Chair, and Herbie acted as scribe. Both were warmly thanked (well could have been)

Competition Results;

The Competition Secretary announced the results of the team of three competition.

Only one 2 today, Rabbi somewhere, although surprisingly it was not described in great detail.

Duffers of the Day with 69 points were Laid and Herbie who attempted to get an extra allowance as Brains had to leave the course in a hurry, but to no avail.

Runners up with 81 points were Rabbi, Emperor and El Matador

But winners and champion golfers of the week with 84 points were Crocs, 2Beers, and Monty

Handicaps will be adjusted accordingly. For winners and DoD.

Geezer Cards gleaned £1.60

Swears £2.30, bring back the Geezer.

Last week’s minutes were accepted.

Matters Arising

None.

Toasts

King Charles, Bob McIntyre for winning the Italian open and Son of Spurs for his hattrick as a sub.

AOB

The Rabbi brought us up to date on the progress of Biggles and waxed lyrical on his face timing with his granddaughter. Was there a tear in his eye?

It was noted that a group did not follow the correct timing for a minutes silence and the Tower has been informed.

The meeting closed at 12.31

Apologies from all those not here.

Present:- DF, PL, CM, JG1, GW, PB, CC, BR, AW, DGM, PF, BD, FB.

MS joined the throng for the meeting. TM and MC were in two camps today but still managed to down a free drink!!

It was nice to welcome the Chair into his accustomed role.

Singles today with a field of 13. Before we started the Competition Secretary invited the MOHGS to stand and contemplate/remember the late Queen Elizabeth II.

He did announce that today’s competition would be played for the Chairman’s Quaich (more of that later) and that there would be no Geezer Cards as the GC monitor had forgotten them. Instead, there would be a levy of 20p on each participant.

After the competition and prior to the meeting the Chairman, quite appropriately proposed a toast to the late Queen Elizabeth II.

Competition Results;

The esteemed Competition Secretary announced the results.

However, he clarified that today was not Chairman’s Quaich Day, after much consideration it would have to be re-arranged. Suspicion was voiced that the Quaich was lost/mislaid, however this fell on deaf ears! (many of which were in evidence)

No twos today so £2.60 to the Emperor’s coffers.

Duffer of the Day was Brains.

DDoTD with 28 points was Winker

In third place and receiving £2 with 36 points was Crocs,

Runner-up receiving £3 with 38 points was Wellen. (Good to see you again Wellen)

Winner and Champion for the week was Ming with a very acceptable 39 points and pocketing £7.

Unfortunately I did not record the swears money, but The Emperor did!

Toasts

The MOHGS stood as one to toast our King Charles III.

Toasts were also proffered to England Cricket for beating South Africa and taking the series. Also to Shane Lowry for winning the BMW PGA Championship.

Last week’s minutes were accepted.

Matters Arising

No matters arising.

AOB

It was suggested that the Chairman should sit in the middle of the meeting so that all could hear his dulcet tones. The Chairman’s response was muted to say the least. I think he said words to the effect that he would sit where he liked!!

The Rabbi asked if MOHGS would be playing next Monday, the day of the late Queen’s funeral.

PB, PL, AW, said that they would not be playing. The Laird counted that 7 MOHS here today would be playing. Any others wanting to play must let the Laird know by Wednesday 6pm so that he can adjust the tee bookings.

The Rabbi gave an update on Biggles’ progress. He is to have another operation at the RVI and will be travelling down this week to ready himself for surgery.

Kwok suggested that in view of hyperinflation across the country, MOGHS should increase the kitty money to £2. The proposal was roundly voted down. He was advised to return with a fully costed version of the budget.

The meeting closed at 12.50 pm

The sandwiches were ordered for 1pm so the Financial Guru bravely announce that another drink at the bar would be paid for from his tin. This was received by rapturous applause. (are you taking note Kwok?) Prompting the Chairman to announce that the Financial Director was the best the MOHGS have ever had! Like a rapier through the heart of the Scribe.

The sandwiches duly arrived and were quickly devoured. The Chairman then thanked the Scribe for organising. The damage had already been done.

10 hardy Mohgs met on Monday for the weekly game. Then out of the gloom on his chariot appeared The Emperor like Lazarus making it 11 for a singles game.

Results. DDOD Matador 25pts   DODStraggler 23 pts

Second Herbie 40 pts Winner Geezer with, as he regaled us, a magnificent 41pts.

Twos. Emperor on the 14^th with his driver!!!!

Toasts Bertie for the abuse he took during the round from the Chairman but still brought him a beer after. Said Chair promised to do better next week. Is that a pig flying by?

Monty for his win with 47 points last Wednesday in the Seniors 4bbb.

Finance. Geezer cards £3.00 Abuse £4.70

AOB. DGM raised the subject of the wrong Jonnie being DOD on 29^th

The subject of the Chairman owing fees from 22^nd was raised but he strongly rejected this as he completed only one hole was near deaths door and had no chance of winning. He was supported by the Geezer so the matter was dropped amicably.

The Chairmans Quaich was raised and FB  BR  GW  TM and MC wish to be added to the list partaking of refreshments. Whoever has the Quaich can they please ensure they bring it along.

Update on Biggles who is now back in Elgin. He is having concentrated physiotherapy, hydrotherapy and intense speech training. He is due an op in the RVI on 30/9 on his throat and the group wished him well.

Finally, the Chairman raised the subject of notification if unavailable. He wanted it noted that he had done just that on previous occasions. So there!!!

Meeting closed 12.46.

Apologies from all those not here.

Present:- DF, PL(Golf only), CM, JG1, MS, TM, JG2, GW, PB, CC, BR(meeting only), AW, LW, DGM, MD,

Two Beers stepped into the now accustomed role of stand in Chair.

Singles today with a field of 14.

Competition Results;

The esteemed Competition Secretary announced the results

No twos today so £2.80 to the Emperor’s coffers.

Duffer of the Day with 25 points was Two Beers.

DDoTD with 30 points was Brains although he played fewer holes.

In third place and receiving £1 each with 38 points were The Geezer and The Laird.

In second place with an excellent score of 40 points was Crocs and he pocketed £4

However, back to back winner with a majestic 46 points was the Cardinal and he walked away with £8.

In his post match interview he paid tribute to his putting guru, The Geezer, who had set him on the right path!

Geezer Cards gleaned £3.60

Swears £4.10

Last week’s minutes were accepted.

Matters Arising

Herbie confirmed the arrangements for the away day at Rothbury on 30 September. He has booked 3 tee times and todate 6 MOHGS have confirmed. He has paid £22 for each of those six so they are committed (or should be!!)

Toasts

All injured/unavailable MOHGS and hope some or all will make a reappearance soon. Namely Winscale, Falcon, Jockstrap,Shotgun, Kwok, Biggles, Shagpile, Soapy and The Emperor.

Rory McIlroy for winning the Tour Championship yesterday.

England cricket team for beating South Africa soundly

AOB

Herbie regaled the meeting of a special shot out of the ditch at the ninth hole today, Davo emulating Jean Van der Veld!

The Cardinal suggested the summer jamboree should take place on 12 September after the Chairman’s Quaich comp. It was agreed to have sandwich and pint on the funds. Please let The Cardinal know by 9 September how many will be partaking of said hospitality so that caterers can cater.

The Scribe has been presented with another Executive Pen thanks to Crocs again. He will take greater care of this one!

The meeting closed at 12.50 pm

Apologies for next week from, PB and DF.

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