Back in 1930 two far-sighted, golf minded businessmen, with the assistance of a few others, formed a corporation and decided to build a golf course. Sam Allen had a choice piece of property at S. 19th & Cedar St. containing 206 acres. The old Center St. Trolley line passed directly through the land, but that proved no obstacle in constructing one of the most beautiful public courses in the NW. Sam’s partner in the venture was William J. Dinsmore, retired oil distributor from Aberdeen. Combining the two partners’ names proved to be the ideal solution to finding a name for the course. After a few years the corporation was dissolved and Sam Allen took over on his own. Construction was started on July 12th 1930, with Ray Ball acting as the golf architect. Ball has been a very well-known golf professional in the PNW. During the clearing away period two and a half carloads of dynamite were used to remove over 2000 stumps. Installing a hose less watering system was a farsighted gesture on the part of the builders. At the time Allenmore was one of the few courses that watered from tee to green without the use of hoses.
Golfers in and around the Tacoma area understandably are proud of the excellent golf course for its natural beauty and easy playability. Situated only two miles from downtown Tacoma, it is the most accessible course in the area.
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