Trying to find an old range ball

[Maranna]

Hi, new to the forum.  Trying to find an old range ball.  My grandfather owned Johnson's Driving Range in Cedar Falls, NJ.  It was across from the old Meadowbrook on Rt. 23.  I have pictures, old clubs and other things, but not a single ball from the range.  They were white with an orange stripe around the ball and "Johnson's Range" on them.  Anyone know where I might start to look?  Better yet, anyone have one in their shag bag?  Willing to pay to get one or more.  Thanks, Bart Johnson

[Sherpat]

Hey Bart - I may be off on this, but are you sure you don't mean "Cedar Grove" NJ, near the "[U]Willow[/U]brook" Mall? I grew up in Wayne, NJ just off Rt.23, and that's the only town I know of with the word "Cedar" in in, likewise the "Willowbrook" Mall where Routes 23, 80 and 46 all cross. There's a large, multi-tiered driving range and mini-golf course that's been there for some years also, which is what makes me think that's what you're referring to. If it is, I'm afraid I have never seen one of those balls. How far back are we talking? The latest incarnation of the driving range has been there since the 90's, I believe. I've only been there a few times (I've moved up 23 to Sussex County) but if I ever stop there again I'll take a look through the weeds on the side, and ask at the desk for you. Good luck in the hunt! Tom

[Maranna]

Yes, Tom, my mistake.  I was mixing Cedar Grove and Little Falls together!  No, this range was further down from Willowbrook Mall on Rt.23.  Not sure if it is still there, but the Meadowbrook Night Club was across the street from in on Rt. 23.  It is all industrial now after my grandfather sold the prooperty.  We are talking about 40 years ago.  I am sure there are few of the range balls out there some place.  But I know it is like looking for a needle in a hay stack.  Thanks for responding.  Bart

[Nick Avisa]

On June 3, 2011 at 9:38 AM, Maranna said:

Hi, new to the forum.  Trying to find an old range ball.  My grandfather owned Johnson's Driving Range in Cedar Falls, NJ.  It was across from the old Meadowbrook on Rt. 23.  I have pictures, old clubs and other things, but not a single ball from the range.  They were white with an orange stripe around the ball and "Johnson's Range" on them.  Anyone know where I might start to look?  Better yet, anyone have one in their shag bag?  Willing to pay to get one or more.  Thanks, Bart Johnson

 

On June 3, 2011 at 9:38 AM, Maranna said:

Hi, new to the forum.  Trying to find an old range ball.  My grandfather owned Johnson's Driving Range in Cedar Falls, NJ.  It was across from the old Meadowbrook on Rt. 23.  I have pictures, old clubs and other things, but not a single ball from the range.  They were white with an orange stripe around the ball and "Johnson's Range" on them.  Anyone know where I might start to look?  Better yet, anyone have one in their shag bag?  Willing to pay to get one or more.  Thanks, Bart Johnson

 

Hey. My dad lives on the site of the old Johnson driving range. He thought me there. Weird that he now lives there.  Yes the range is gone but the condo association built a putting green in the middle of the complex. Very nice place.  I miss the old range though. If I find a ball I'll let you know. I remember them well. 

[dkolo]

1 hour ago, Nick Avisa said:

 

 

Hey. My dad lives on the site of the old Johnson driving range. He thought me there. Weird that he now lives there.  Yes the range is gone but the condo association built a putting green in the middle of the complex. Very nice place.  I miss the old range though. If I find a ball I'll let you know. I remember them well. 

FYI, the guys you're responding to haven't visited the site in 5 years, so don't take it personally if they don't reply, haha. Welcome!