[Congressional Record Volume 140, Number 144 (Thursday, October 6, 1994)]
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    TRIBUTE TO PLUM BROOK COUNTRY CLUB ON THE OCCASION OF ITS 80TH 
                              ANNIVERSARY

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                          HON. PAUL E. GILLMOR

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                       Wednesday, October 5, 1994

  Mr. GILLMOR. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to pay tribute to the Plum 
Brook Country Club on the occasion of its upcoming 80th anniversary.
  Originally organized in 1914 as the Sandusky Golf Club, with $600 
invested for grass seed, the royal and ancient game of golf was 
introduced to the city of Sandusky. From its humble beginnings--one 
observer called it a ``crow pasture''--the club has evolved into one of 
the most respected courses in the Midwest.
  As membership grew, the board of trustees decided to upgrade the 
location. This resulted in the location and purchase of the land at 
Galloway and Hull Roads. This new location had rolling terrain and Plum 
Brook flowing through the property. Thus the change in location and new 
name for the club, Plum Brook Country Club, in 1916.
  Over the years, additional land has been acquired and the layout 
expanded, to create the present sporty and challenging course. Many 
prestigious golfing names have played Plum Brook and commented 
favorably on the course. The club has hosted many tournaments in its 
history and is currently hosting the Ohio Senior Open. Plum Brook is 
also the permanent home of the Northern Ohio PGA Golf Hall of Fame. 
Plum Brook is a family club and places an emphasis on junior golf. In 
fact, it has the honor of having the first national caddy champion.
  Mr. Speaker, anniversaries are a time to reflect upon a 
accomplishments. They are also a time to look toward new horizons. It 
is obvious that the Plum Brook Golf Club has greatly enhanced the 
quality of life for the Sandusky community and the members of the club 
since its humble beginnings in 1914. Today, I ask my colleagues to join 
me today in recognizing the growth and achievement of the Plum Brook 
Country Club and to wish them many more years of service and 
sportsmanship.

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