Jesse Guilford
American amateur golfer (1895–1962)
Jesse Poore Guilford (March 2, 1895 – December 1, 1962) was an American amateur golfer. He is most notable for winning the U.S. Amateur in 1921.
Early life
Guilford was born in Manchester, New Hampshire, he was the son of Robert M. Guilford and Agnes Jane Chambers.
Golf career
He was one of the top amateur golfers in Massachusetts, as well as the United States. His nickname was "Siege Gun" for his long drive qualities. He played on three of the first four Walker Cup teams (1922, 1924, and 1926).
Personal life
The 1930 U.S. Census for Newton, Middlesex, Massachusetts, records him married to Louise B., with three daughters, Catherine, Mary L., and Jean, and son Jesse P.
Guilford died in Newton, Massachusetts.
Amateur wins
1913 New Hampshire Amateur
1916 Massachusetts Amateur, New Hampshire Amateur
1917 New Hampshire Amateur
1921 Massachusetts Amateur, U.S. Amateur, Miami Invitational
1923 Gold Mashie Tournament
1924 Massachusetts Amateur
1926 Gold Mashie Tournament
Note: Amateur majors championship wins shown in bold.
Professional wins (2)
PGA Tour wins (2)
1919 Massachusetts Open (as an amateur)
1929 Massachusetts Open (as an amateur)
Source:
Major championships
Amateur wins (1)
Results timeline
Guilford never played in the Masters Tournament or the British Open. As an amateur, he could not play in the PGA Championship.
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