The following caption appeared with the photo above:
During his stay at the Bradford Empire Harry Houdini, the noted self-liberator has been learning the game of golf. Above he is seen getting his first lesson on the West Bradford Golf Links, and is there seen making his very first drive. The group, from left to right, comprises Mr. A. E. Raper (president of the club). Mr. F. W. Topham (secretary), Mr. Frank Lynne, Mr. Spiegler (of the Spiegler Quintette), Mr. Percival Craig (manager of the Empire), Mr. Weldon (professional at West Bradford), and Mr. Houdini [Bradford Daily Telegraph Saturday 24 January 1914]
While the poor quality photo in the newspaper is questionable, Houdini was definitely in Bradford the week of Jan 19-24 [The Great Houdini: His British Tours, 2017 p279].
Related:
John Oliver has an undated image that is clearly Houdini on a golf course. Houdini is seen with Martin Beck and two unidentified men. Image can be viewed at WildAboutHoudini:
Wow, what a find!
I don’t instantly recognize that man as Houdini, but I think it could be him.
Great stuff!