About John Allan
Lived 1848 – 1897 (aged 48–49). John Allan was a golfer.
John Allan ( – 14 February 1897) was a Scottish professional golfer. He was the professional at Royal North Devon Golf Club from 1867 until the late 1880s.
Early life Allan was born in Prestwick, Scotland. He was the son of Hugh and Mary Allan. Two of his younger brothers, Matthew (1858–1890) and Jamie (1861–1900) also became professional golfers. He remained at Westward Ho! for about 20 years before returning to Scotland to take up a position at Prestwick St. Nicholas Golf Club.
Death Allan died in Prestwick on 14 February 1897 aged 49.
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