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Strath was born on 1 October 1843, the son of
Alexander Strath and Susan Strath (née Reid). He married Christina Ronald on 31 December 1868 in St Andrews, Scotland. They had at least one child, a daughter named Susan. At the time of his marriage, Strath was working as a ship carpenter but would soon
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at the request of Ben Hirst and Alfred Potter in June 1890. The location for the original 9-hole course was planned with assistance from Strath, who after leaving Royal Troon was the club professional at
Southport Old Links. After leaving Southport he then took a job as professional at
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from 1881–87. In June 1883, Strath increased the links at Troon to twelve holes. A further six holes were completed by 1885. Strath's brother—
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Southport Old Links from 1888–92. He later served at North Manchester in 1894–95. Strath assisted in the design of
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where he was well known for the great condition of his golf course, especially the wonderful putting surfaces. He moved to the north of
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championship in 1905 and 1908. In 1909 Strath was appointed as president of the
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national champion in 1901 and 1902. After his stint at Wee Burn, he spent one year at the
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took over as professional and served the club for 37 years. Fernie was also from a
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In late 1895 he laid out the links at Dyker Meadow Club in
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in 1897. He later worked for a short time at Wee Burn Club in
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396:George Low
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