For many years, this dear old Linden shaded golfers on the No. Fourteen tee box. Last night's storm took it out. Hail and lots of rain was reported, but little other wind damage in the immediate area. This tree was vulnerable, passersby speculated, because the adjacent staircase and retaining walls may have weakened its root system. We're not so sure about that, but know we'll miss this sweet landmark at the turn in the road.
