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Jim Foulis

1903 – 1969

Professional golfer

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About Jim Foulis

Lived 1903 – 1969 (aged 65). Jim Foulis was an American golfer.

James R. Foulis (October 6, 1903 – April 12, 1969) was an American professional golfer.

Early life James Foulis was born in Illinois on October 6, 1903, the son of David Foulis, a golfer and inventor, and Janet Foulis (née Fowler). His uncle was James Foulis, winner of the 1896 U.S. Open.

Professional career Foulis won several tournaments, including four Illinois PGA Championships and the 1933 St. Paul Open, two of which are considered PGA Tour wins.

Foulis also played in the first Masters Tournament in 1934, carding rounds of 78-74-76-72=300.

Personal life Foulis died on April 12, 1969, in Wickenburg, Arizona.

His son David J. Foulis was a notable mathematician.

Professional wins PGA Tour wins (2) 1929 Illinois PGA Championship 1933 St. Paul Open

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Other wins (3) Note: This list may be incomplete 1933 Illinois PGA Championship 1943 Illinois PGA Championship 1946 Illinois PGA Championship

Results in major championships Note: Foulis never played in The Open Championship

NYF = tournament not yet founded NT = no tournament CUT = missed the half-way cut R64, R32, R16, QF, SF = round in which player lost in PGA Championship match play "T" indicates a tie for a place

Summary Most consecutive cuts made – 14 (1938 U.S. Open – 1947 Masters) Longest streak of top-10s – 1 (four times)

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Jim Foulis?

professional golfer

When was Jim Foulis born?

Jim Foulis was born on 6 October 1903 in Illinois.

When did Jim Foulis die?

Jim Foulis died on 12 April 1969 in Arizona.

What was Jim Foulis's occupation?

Jim Foulis was a golfer.

What nationality was Jim Foulis?

Jim Foulis was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Jim Foulis

· Wikidata: Q6195049

· DBpedia: Jim Foulis

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