Do not be tempted to invest ...

Do not be tempted to invest in a sample of each golfing invention as soon as it makes its appearance. If you do, you will only complicate and spoil your game - and encumber your locker with useless rubbish.
 Harry Vardon

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The advent of the rubber ball was instrumental in creating an entirely different method of striking the object. The solid ball required to be hit for carry, whereas it was quickly apparent that the Haskell lent itself to an enormous run. I hold the firm opinion that from this date the essential attitude towards accuracy was completely lost sight of. This was the start of the craze for length and still more length.
 Harry Vardon
For this game you need, above all things, to be in a tranquil frame of mind.
 Harry Vardon
Never saw one worth a damn.
 Harry Vardon