Estimated Value (based on the collectors I deal with) depending upon condition of the book:
1st $100-$300
The value increases, especially in the first edition, if signed by Mr. Kelley.
During my personal study with Homer Kelley at his home the week of January 11-15, 1982, I began a reasonably intensive personal lobby for a 'first edition' of The Golfing Machine. He said he didn't think he had any more around, but that he would look. Over the next ten months, by phone, I continued to lobby, and he continued to look.
Finally came the day when I went to the mailbox and discovered his 'care package.' I stripped away the envelope and wrapping and there it was: the First Edition. Alas, as was so characteristic of his humble nature, he didn't sign it. But he did include an invoice in his own hand dated December 6, 1982, clearly stating the contents:
"1 Copy 1st Edition"
And the price...
"$7.50."
At the bottom of the invoice he penned this note:
"In putting the 6th edition material in storage I gathered up everything and put the archives in order. I found it pretty bare, but not empty. Have fun.
Homer Kelley"
What is this combination of book and personalized invoice worth today?
A long time ago in a galaxy far away, Young Yoda had his first converation with Homer Kelley. The call was placed from Tom Tomasello's living room in May 1980, and we recorded it. It's been floating around the Internet for a couple of years now, but we've never posted here, so many of you may never have heard it.
There's a little story behind the call; I'll edit this post later and tell it.
For now, just visualize Tommy dialing the phone -- he had recently ordered some TGM books from Homer and had made the initial contact -- and me waiting in the wings . . .
You're welcome, birdie! That conversation took place 28 years ago, yet it seems like only yesterday.
I'll be 62 on my next birthday.
Better get busy . . .
Yoda
You do not know how inspiring you are to those of us who are right behind you in age and light years behind you in swing mechanics. As my pastor preached today .... we are all connected by hope...I still hope to be better tommorrow than I am today...as a person and at a game that I enjoy to play.
I really enjoyed reading the posts and looking at the photos.
Highlights must include the letter from Mr Hogan, but Mr Kelley speaking from beyond the grave is a privilege to hear.
__________________ The student senses his teacher’s steadfast belief and quiet resolve: “This is doable. It is doable by you. The pathway is there. All you need is determination and time.” And together, they make it happen.
Hybrid Mode
