Sport: Sick Man at Merion

Last week, large Olin Anthony Dutra was seized in his mighty middle by great gripes which he feared were amebic dysentery. He spent two days resting in Detroit, arrived in Philadelphia with a box of pills and the intention of watching the tournament instead of playing in it. His brother Mortie persuaded him not to withdraw his entry. With a caddy who had dreamed that he would win, Dutra started out, ambling slowly, using his niblick as a walking stick.

First day of the tournament Dutra did nothing remarkable. He and 21 other entrants...

Want the full story?

Subscribe Now

Subscribe
Subscribe

Learn more about the benefits of being a TIME subscriber

If you are already a subscriber sign up — registration is free!