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44 pp. Illustrated from several photograph portraits of players, golf course illustrations and map drawings for each of the 18 holes; plus numerous ads, etc. (4to) 11x8½, original saddle stitched pictorial green wrappers stamped in black and red. First Appearance.

The exceedingly rare first program book of the Master's Championships in beautiful condition. Nearly all of these first programs were handed out exclusively to the registered PGA teaching golf professionals at the time, of which this copy was given to Bert Nichols who was a pro at Palm Beach Country Club in the winter and the Belmont, MA Country Club in the summer. It had remained with Nichols until it was given to the current consignor in circa 1970. One of the most desirable pieces of Masters memorabilia, especially since programs were only produced in 1934 and 1935 and didn't resume again until 1990. The contenders included Bobby Jones and John Revolta (who scored 294 and 296, respectively). Contains hole layouts, descriptions and how they should be played by Dr. Alister Mackenzie, the legendary designer of the course.