James Martin Barnes (April 8, 1886 - May 24, 1966) was a leading figure in the early years of professional golf in the United States. He was born in Lelant, Cornwall, England. Like many golfers of his era, Barnes worked as a caddie and a club-maker's apprentice while growing up. He moved to the United States in 1906 and became a U.S. citizen soon afterwards. From 1923-1926 Barnes was resident professional at the Temple Terrace Golf and Country Club, Temple Terrace, Fl., … Wikipedia
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