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Katanning Historical Society > Records

Hole in One Award

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1961

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Overview

A light brown card with cartoon characters depicting golfing scenes, the text is written in brown ink. The certificate was awarded to Walter W. Haddleton for a Hole In One on the golf course on the 30th September 1961.

Historical information

Wally Haddleton was a regular player at the Katanning golf club which later became the Katanning Country Club. To achieve a 'Hole in One' was a significant event in the game of golf. As well as this award Wally was also presented with a tie and the golf ball was made into a whiskey measure.

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Registration number

cwa-org-202-HSA2001.37

Item type

Material

Width

28 cm

Height or length

38 cm

Inscriptions and markings

The certificate is signed "AlfmSardiners".

Year

Statement of significance

A "hole in one" is a rare occurrence in golf.

Public location

Last modified

Friday, 27 September, 2024

Copyright and Reference

Copyright and Reference

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Date of creation +50 years

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Courtesy of Katanning Historical Society.

Katanning Historical Society

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Hole in One Award

Hole in One Award

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