1. Attendees – CM, LW, TM, KS, PL, BY, JG, CD, AW, DGM, DF enjoyed the balmy weather at MGC.

   2. Apologies – Anyone not here

   3. Toasts – None

   4. Minutes of meeting on 30/4/18
   4.1 It was Shagpile who got a 2 on the 4th and not Bumpers (well spotted)
   4.2 Minor error in Handicap Board identified and corrected (also well spotted)

   5. Results

   – No 2’s (£2.20 carried forward)
   – Swears (£3)
   – Failure to wear MOHGS attire (£1)

   – Duffer of the Day (+2) was Soapy (27 points) A warm welcome back to the fold
   – DDOTD (+1) were The Geezer and The Rabbi (29 points)
   – Runners Up (-1) The Laird and Two Beers (37 points)
   – The winner (-2) The Prof (39 points)

   6. The meeting closed at  12:53.

Apologies from all those not here.

Present:- PL, TH, RY, PB, GW, DGM, AW, JG, CM, MM, MC. TM, DF and The President  Meeting only,  and CC(golf only)

Competition Results;

Two twos recorded on the 4^th by Bumpers and on the 17^th by The Matador who share the £2.40 collected.

Duffer of the Day with a lowly 21 points was Brains.

Deputy Duffer of the Day were Bumpers and The Scuttler with 28 points. (Will this be The Scuttler’s year as he has been telling everyone??)

Runner up was The modest Cardinal with a very competitive score of 39 points, he pouched £4, but the Champion Golfer for the week (and should be the Chairman’s Quaich holder had not the comp. been deferred) was the Prof with a super score of 41 points he collected £8

Handicaps will be adjusted as appropriate.

Geezers Cards were absent again but there appeared to be little appetite to contribute 20p each this week!

Swears made £4, a much better fist than last week.

Toasts:

To The Geezer and The Laird for winning the Seniors Pairs Calcutta, a performance to maintain the MOHGS reputation.

To Newcastle Falcons for reaching the RU Playoffs.

Previous minutes were agreed as a correct record.

Matters Arising

The question of the deferment of The Quaich was raised by The Cardinal who seemed to take a dim view of the change of plan. He was advised correctly that the decision of the Competition Secretary was inviolate. He was suitably chastised.

The Rabbi pointed out that Biggles et al were only playing 72 holes on Solstice day in aid of McMillan Nurses, presumably they only had a few hours off from defending Queen and Country. Donations to Rabbi please.

AOB

The Cardinal to send dates in July to Jockstrap for the Dirty Dozen match.

MM announced those playing on Friday in the Lifeboat Day at Newbiggin. The Geezer stepped in to fill the last slot.

MM announced three tee times for a Charity Do at Arcott Hall on 18 June. Names to Shaggers asap please.

In view of that date, Soapy Day was deferred to 25 June (unless it becomes Quaich two!)

The Geezer announced that an overnighter at Alnmouth Golf Club was a non-starter. Brains took up the Cardinals cudgel and offered to contact Hunley Hall.

Tee times booked for next Monday even though it is Bank Holiday. That being all the business the meeting closed at 1.15.

PS (Post Script) The Financial Secretary inadvertently left the Swears Tin on the meeting table. Those remaining took charge of the said tin for which the Financial Secretary is eternally grateful. In contrast to Government Ministers he will be doing an Amber at the earliest opportunity and not clinging to the wreckage like a drowning man. He is a gentleman after all!!

Apologies from all those not here.

Present:- PL, TH, RY, MS, PB, GW, ABW, AW, JG, CM, MC and CC(golf only)

Competition Results;

Only one two recorded on the 8^th by Bumpers who would have pocketed the spoils but Crocs was quick to collect the cash with a claim that he would pass it on. There should be £2.40 heading to Bumpers.

Duffers of the Day with a measley 36points were The team of Prof and Rabbi, they will get a handicap increase of 1 shot.

Deputy Duffers were not announced.

Joint runners up with 41 points were The Matador and Scuttler, together with Shotgun and Herbie. They received £1 each.

However, the undisputed champions for this week were Bumpers and Crocs with a quite magnificent score of 45 points. Considering this was the first game of the season off the proper tee boxes into a gale, this was an epic performance. Of course, they will suffer a shot reduction of their handicaps, they pocketed £4 each.

In the absence of Geezers Cards all players were asked to contribute so £2.40 collected.

Swears made £2.20, clearly either not enough swearing or not enough honesty!

Toasts:

To St. George.

Previous minutes were agreed as a correct record.

Matters Arising None

AOB

Rabbi announced that Biggles and Friends were playing as many courses as possible in the north of Scotland on Summer solstice in aid of McMillan Nurses and he asked for donations from fellow MOHGS. It was agreed that individuals would contribute directly to the Rabbi.

Brains advised that Hunley Hall appears to have been renovated and PB agreed to look for dates either Sunday/Monday or Monday/Tuesday

Herbie advised that there was a very challenging golf course at Whitley Bay, evidenced by Croc’s photo. He agree to make enquiries for an away day with 2 for 1 vouchers.

No progress with an overnight at Foxton, Geezer to follow up.

Message from Jockstrap re Dirty Dozen had been received, the date offered of 11 June was difficult with trip to Chester-le-Street and holidays. PB to request new date from Jocks.

Next Monday will be the long postponed Chairman’s Quaich. Shotgun apologised.

Members were also reminded that the following Monday (i.e. 7 May) we would be playing off the White tees as is custom on the first Monday of the Month.

There being no further business the Rabbi closed the meeting at 13.15hrs

PRESENT: D.F, F.B, M.M, P.F, M.S, P.B, D.G-M, A.B-W, C.C, G.W, C.M, G.A, A.W, T.H, M.C, B.Y, K.S(n/p).

Today’s competition was the MULTIPLIER.

RESULTS: There were 2×2’s posted by Ming and Scuttler who shared a pot worth £3.20. The D’soD were Bumpers, the Straggler and Winscales with 153 paltry points. Each player will have a one shot addition to their h/caps. DD’soD were Shagpile, the Scuttler and Winker with 221 points. Runners up were 2Beers, the Cardinal and Herbie with 253 points. The winners of this magnificent inaugural event and champines of the week were the resolute and indefatigable trio of the Prof, Kwok and Shotgun with an incredible score of 319 points. Each will have a one shot deduction to their h/caps. Ming was flying solo today as he arrived after the start of the competition but he scored so highly, that the Comp Sec. decided that he too deserved a one shot deduction.

TOASTS: To the Comp. Sec. for introducing today’s enjoyable game to the MOHGS repertoire.
To the Home Nations for their combined success in the recent Commonwealth Games.
To Michael Oliver for his brave and steadfast display in a recent Champions League game.

FINANCES: Geezers cards—£4.80. Swears—£2.20
THE MINUTES OF LAST WEEK’S MEETING WERE ACCEPTED IN THEIR ENTIRETY.

BUSINESS: The Chair clarified that it was not possible to be awarded 2 Geezers cards for going out of bounds as well as in the trees, off one shot.
* The Laird reported that he had been in touch with the Geezer, who was absent for today’s game, and had been told that the aforementioned Geezer had contacted Foxton, only to be informed that there was no availability on 20 May.
The membership were still keen to play at Foxton either on Sun/Mon or Mon/Tues and respectfully requested that the Geezer contact the club to enquire about availability.
* Winscales mentioned that Aldwark G.C near York were offering a similar package for £105.
* Crocs revealed that he will endeavour to compile an eclectic score for each player for the Summer season. He was commended for this initiative, since it requires quite a lot of research and dedication.
* Newbiggin, 4 May, 10am, Lifeboat Appeal. The following members have committed to play—— D.F, P.L, B.Y, T.H, C.M, J.G, M.M. If anyone else is interested, please contact Shagpile ASAP.

The Laird has agreed to adjust the h/caps before next week, since Brains is on holiday.

The meeting closed amicably at 1.20pm.

Burt E. Kwok.

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

Apologies for absence next week from the Rabbi.

The Chair described the temp. Comp. Sec., as august and requested that he delivered today’s results.

RESULTS: There was only one 2 posted by Bumpers on the 17th. DoD was the unfortunate but enthusiastic Winscales with 32 points. DDoD was the Laird with 34 points. The runner up was Shagpile with a commendable 45 points. The joint winners and champines of the day were the irrepressible Geezer and Bumpers with a massive 46 points apiece.

FINANCE: £3.10 in swears, held by the Chair and £3.40 in Geezers cards held by the Rabbi.

TOASTS: To Butch Wilkins and the Crafty Cockney RIP.

To the Magpies for yet another victory on the way to Premier League safety.

LAST WEEKS MINUTES WERE ACCEPTED, except, Matt Wallace won the India Open not the Junior Open as was erroneously stated.

BUSINESS OF THE DAY: It was recognised that Oulton Park is now dead in the water. The Chair appealed for suggestions for alternative venues and Foxton was proposed. The Geezer volunteered to make enquiries since he is familiar with the manager. The Chair proposed a toast to the Geezer in thanks for his generosity of spirit.
The Geezer should have stopped whilst he was ahead but instead he then proposed a load of old bollocks which was kicked into the long grass by the discerning membership.
Shagpile reminded the group about the game at Newbiggin on 4 May in aid of the Lifeboat appeal. Places are still available.

The meeting closed amicably at 1.15pm.

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

Today’s game was the delayed competition for the Chairmans Quaich.
RESULTS: There were 3×2’s posted by Crocs and Kwok on the 8th and the Scuttler on the 4th. DoD was Kwok with a derisory 34 points. DDoD was 2Beers with 36 points. Ming was the runner up with 47 points. The joint winners and co-holders of the revered Quaich, with a magnificent 48 points apiece were the dynamic and ever popular duo of Brains and the Scuttler. The Quaich is at present with the engraver and will be presented to the new champs asap.

TOASTS: To Matt Wallace who won the junior Indian Open.
To Bluewatch who became the winter league champion of Beamish G.C with one game to spare. To the Falcons who won their first game at St. James Park.
To the victorious MOHGS (Scuttler, Laird, Rabbi and Prof), who won last week’s Seniors Competition. The Laird, for the record, also posted 2×2’s and won the domino card to boot.

THE PREVIOUS MINUTES WERE ACCEPTED.

AWAY DAYS: The indefatigable Cardinal has been wheeling and dealing in his investigative pursuit of the optimum venue for an away day. The result was his discovery of a deal at Oulton Hall for 2 rounds of golf plus DB&B for the price of £99/person. All those who wish to attend should contact the Cardinal via email before the 4 April, in order that he can finalise arrangements.

The President revealed that Soapy’s Day clashes with a forthcoming Seniors event. He therefore proposed that Soapy’s Day should be delayed by one week and will now be held on 18 June.

Brains reminded the group that from next Monday all the MOHGS h/caps will revert back to club h/caps.

The meeting ended on a sad note, when Robert Arthur Hallett (aka Jock St. Rappe), revealed that due to personal reasons, he had decided to rescind his club membership. He further stated that he will no longer attend Monday games on a regular basis but hopes to attend from time to time as a guest. The Cardinal recommended that he be given an open invitation to attend whenever he had a mind to do so. 2Beers proposed a vote of thanks for all his hard work and efforts on behalf of the MOHGS over the past several years, especially in his taxing role as Comp. Sec.,which he fulfilled with dignity and aplomb. The Chair opined that this was not a goodbye to Bobby, it was merely au revoir.

Next Monday is a Bank Holiday, but the tees are booked and after a straw poll it was noted that several hardy souls are intending to compete.
Burt E. Kwok.

PRESENT: T.H, C.M, P.F, P.L, L.W, J.G, T.M, M.S, B.Y, D.G-M, D.F, P.B.

RESULTS: Today’s game was the much delayed Christmas Plate competition, played with 3 clubs and a putter.

There were three 2’s posted by the Cardinal, the Rabbi and the Laird. DoD was the unfortunate and forlorn 2Beers with 34 points. Brains was DDoD with 35 points. Runner up was the luckless Kwok with 44 points. The winner and new holder of the Christmas Plate was the ever popular Herbie with a massive 48 points. The Plate will be presented next week when pictures of the presentation will be taken for posterity by Crocs.

The Rabbi chaired today’s meeting.

FINANCES: £2 in swears and £3 in Geezers cards.

LAST WEEKS MINUTES ACCEPTED UNRESERVEDLY.  NO MATTERS ARISING.

TOASTS: To Paul Casey after his first win in 9 years.
To Ken Dodd aged 90 RIP.
To Herbie who celebrated a birthday today and offered a celebratory drink to all the members.
To Newcastle United on a great victory.
To the magnificent whippet which became a Crufts Champion.

AOB: The Quaich Competition will be played for on the next available Monday.

The Cardinal apologised for his absence next week.

The meeting closed amicably at 12.35.

Kwok.

Apologies from all those not here.

Present:- PL, TH, FB, RY, MS, PB, GW, CM, DF, TM, MC, DGM, ABW, MM, JG, LW (golf only)

Competition Results;

Three twos recorded, one by Johnnie at the 8th, one by The Laird at the 14^th, and one by Herbie at the 17^th. They share £3

Duffers of the Day with 84 points were Bumpers, Prof and the Matador. They will have an uplift of 1 shot as per MOHGS rules. Deputy Duffers were Herbie, The Geezer and two Beers with 88 points, unfortunately nothing for DD’s this week.

Runners up with 93 points were Shagpile, Brains and Shotgun, who went away with £2 each but no effect on handicaps.

However, the undisputed champions for this week were The Cardinal, Johnnie and The Rabbi with a quite magnificent score of 97 points. Of course, they will suffer a shot reduction of their handicaps, they pocketed £3 each.

The Laird had felt that his judgement of today’s conditions had been brought into question, however the decision of the leading three ball to play all 18 holes proved to be the correct call. The Laird’s integrity remains intact! (or was that in tacks)

Geezers Cards gleaned a respectable £4

Swears made £5, a very tidy sum.

Toasts:

All the victorious home Home Nations sides.

Billy Morgan was mentioned in dispatches but no toast for third place.

Previous minutes were agreed as a correct record.

Matters Arising None

AOB

Herbie requested clarification on the awarding of Geezer Cards. He was concerned that he was given the three putt card together with the double bogey card. The Chair advised that the correct protocols had been followed. The Geezer was delighted to cock a snoot at Herbie because he had told him that was the case on the course. He went on to describe in some detail that it was possible to be given all five cards on one hole. He claimed that Two Beers had tried to achieve that accolade this morning but marginally failed.

Any new gear requirements to The Chair asap because he will give Del Boy the order in a matter of days.

Crocs gave a yearly review (2017 reflective, retrospective synopsis) of the MOHGS feeling that it had been missed from the AGM:-

The current number of MOHGS is 35 (this questioned by the Handicap Board monitor)

Total games played 43 but additional get togethers against Hobson, Dirty Dozen, Newbiggin and Bedlington. There had been trips to Hunley Hall, Bridle Path, City of Newcastle, Foxton and Bellingham

A total of 57 twos had been recorded by 20 individuals. In 3^rd place Bumpers and Dewey had five each. In 2^nd place was The Chair with 6. In 1^st place were Crocs and The Laird with 9 each.

Trophies, Brains had won the Soapy Dish, Kwok the MOHGS Championship. The Christmas Plate and The Chairman’s Quaich are yet to be played for.

Order of Merit, there were 24 separate winners. In 3^rd place with 4 wins were Shotgun, Brains, The Cardinal, El Matador, The Laird and Crocs. In 2^nd place with 5 wins were Kwok Shagpile and The Scuttler. The undisputed first place to Dewey and Prof with 6 wins.

There had been 20 different Duffers. The Chair and Shagpile with 5 placements, Brains and the Laird with 6 and Prof with 7.

Congratulations to Crocs and The Laird for an enlightening review of the year.

Brains pointed out that next Monday may be in question because of the weather predictions and that the Quaich was scheduled to be played for then. The Chair with his usual aplomb wisely announced that if necessary it would be played for on the first available Monday. This seemed to create some confusion but when he repeated his edict everyone nodded sagely with Herbie.

The Cardinal announced that Ramside Hall were offering DBB and two rounds of golf for £109. He was asked to investigate for warmer times.

The Geezer pointed out that it was nice to play on the proper greens again everyone nodded in agreement.

Apologies for the next two weeks from Bumpers and Two Beers (are they holidaying together?)

Meeting close at 1.10pm only to be reopened when The Laird in his capacity of Assistant to the Competition Secretary reviewed the card of team Herbie, Geezer and Two Beers and announced a disqualification. The Chair on hearing the explanation from The Geezer and Herbie agreed to reinstate their score. It made no difference to the standings.

Could everyone please note Johnnie’s e-mail address:-

lauriewalker47@btinternet.com

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

FINANCE: £5.40 in swears. £2.20 in Geezers cards.

The Rabbi had manfully prepared a form for ordering MOHGS Mufti which was circulated for those in need of new clobber.

RESULTS: No 2’s were posted, therefore £2.60 is carried forward. DoD was Crocs with a paltry 27 points. DDoD was the unfortunate Brains. Kwok and El Mat were the joint runners up with 36 points apiece. The winner with 38 points was the ever popular 2Beers.

THE MINUTES OF THE LAST AGM WERE READ AND ACCEPTED IN THEIR ENTIRETY.

There were no matters arising.

STATEMENT BY THE CHAIR: The Chair was pleased to report that the society continued to expand, which in itself was a healthy sign but also brought several problems. Notably, the time it took for everyone to tee off, especially with the Whitley Bay boys straining at the leash to start their round. He was concerned that there appeared no be no young bucks prepared to throw their hats into the ring and accept some of the major roles of office, namely the Chairmanship. He proposed that the Chair should be a moveable office, whereby a new Chair could be installed on a monthly basis. His proposals did not meet with universal acclaim. It was suggested that he was the best man for the job and should retain his portfolio. The Chair reluctantly agreed to give it another shot. The Chair returned to the Whitley Bay conundrum and appealed for all MOHGS, with the exception of the poor old Scuttler (pro tem), to be ” Light on our feet,” and make sure we arrive promptly and tee off as quickly as possible in order to avoid unnecessary confrontations. He finished his speech with an appeal that as MOHGS we should be inclusive, flexible, prompt and regular.

FINANCIAL STATEMENT: Unfortunately the Fin. Sec. was absent from today’s proceedings but in a previous statement he declared that the kitty at present stands at £63.90, which includes £22.15 which he recently received from the Rabbi. £150 had been placed behind the bar for the participants enjoyment at the Christmas party. He appealed for all members to continue to swear freely but also to ensure full and prompt payment to the box.

Herbie suggested that instead of fines and Geezers cards, all MOHGS should pay a weekly fee of £1 in order to boost funds. After a cordial debate, it was agreed to continue with fines and Geezers cards and trust the members to be honest with their contributions.

PRESIDENTS STATEMENT: He hoped that everyone would have an enjoyable and fulfilling year of golf.

TOASTS: Newcastle United after a great victory over Man. U.
To the Rabbi for organising the MOHGS new mufti order.
To Herbie on the arrival of his new grandson, Jake.

Crocs apologised for not being able to produce the historical synopsis due to a computer malfunction but added that he hoped to deliver this at the next meeting.

ELECTION OF OFFICIALS: All officers were reelected en bloc.
Brains suggested that the role of Comp. Sec. and H/cap board Sec. be split and that he was willing to take over as H/cap board Sec. This suggestion met with universal acclaim, not least from the current H/cap board Sec.

ANNUAL DIARY OF EVENTS: Brain reported that there were two events still outstanding, the Quaich and the Christmas Shield. It was decided that the Quaich would become a one off event to be held on 5 March. The Shield competition would take place on 12 March.
*Soapy’s Day would be held on 11 June.
*The Championship Trophy would be played for on 2 July.
*The MOHGS year would henceforth begin in April, in tandem with the Golf Clubs change to Summer h/caps.
*The Christmas Party will be on 10 December.
*Jock Strap will organise games both home and away v. Beamish in June and September.
*The Laird will organise a game v. Hobsons which will be away this year.
*Shagpile will enquire about the possibilities of games v. Newbiggin and Bedlington.
* Crocs provisionally offered 23 Feb as a date for a game at the Bridle Path and will confirm at the next meeting.

OVERNIGHTERS: Shagpile eulogised over Foxton as a terrific venue, citing the food and accommodation as exemplary. The Rabbi proposed that we explore the possibilities of courses listed in the Seniors NCG Guide. Craigielaw was proposed by Crocs. All the above will be given due deliberation in the fullness of time.

AOB: It was agreed that members should be penalised with a Geezer Card for going into bunkers even when bunkers were out of play.

Dewey apologised for his absence for the next several months as he has bigger fish to fry in Florida.

The meeting closed very amicably at 1pm.

Burt E. Kwok

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

RESULTS: Delivered by the silver tongued Laird. Today’s Comp was a four ball better ball. There was one 2 on the 14th, posted by the Rabbi. D’soD were Jocks and Bumpers with a paltry 42 points. DD’soD were Dewey and Crocs with 43 points. Runners up were the Prof and the Laird with 51 points. This week’s winners with an impressive 53 points were the dream team of Brains and 2Beers.

FINANCE: £5 in Swears. £2.50 in fines for non-wearing of MOHGS uniform on first Monday of the month. £2.20 in Geezers cards. Is the swears total a new record???

LAST WEEKS MINUTES ACCEPTED IN THEIR ENTIRETY.

The Scuttler was welcomed back to the fold after his recent successful operation. He was feeling thwarted after buying a new range of winter golfing clothes with the highest TOG rating only to be informed by the doctor that he will be out of action for the next several months.

BUSINESS: The Chair thanked all the members who had taken the trouble to contact him regarding current h/caps. He confirmed that he is on the case and no stone will be left unturned in his efforts to update the system with the correct information before next week’s game.

*Jock Strap returned the Quaich for engraving and only the Christmas Plate is outstanding and will no doubt be returned next week.

*The Chair announced that he is willing to retain his position in the hot seat for another year, but he is more than willing to step aside to allow any new pretender the opportunity to come through the ranks and take over the reins of the society. He was informed that he is by far the best Chair we have ever had and that no one had feet big enough to fill his ample boots.

*The members were informed that it was not possible to be penalised with two Geezers cards for one errant shot.

* The Laird opined that it seemed unfair to fine members 50p for not wearing MOHGS jumpers, when there were other members who didn’t own regulation gear who were not fined. Bumpers has ordered jumpers and is still waiting. The Chair was unwilling to waive today’s fines but would take orders next week from those who did not have jumpers and use his influence with the supplier to ensure the delivery was promptly dispatched.

* The Geezer will be absent next week but ordered an XL Black jumper.

*Jock Strap will be unable to play in his game at the Seniors this Wednesday and appealed for someone to take his place. His tee time is 9.52ish.

* The Chair reported that he had recently spoken to the President and he is still recovering from his bout of flu but hopeful that he will attend next week’s AGM.

* The Rabbi hopes to have more information about the Seniors Open and will report back next week.

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

Burt E. Kwok.