In 1913, he moved to Brinkman, Greer County, Oklahoma.
In 1927, he moved to Mangum, Oklahoma.
Between 1934-1970, John owned and operated the pro shop and managed
the Magnum Golf Course.
He was an elder & songleader In Church Of Christ (Brinkman & Mangum)
Between 1966-1979, he served on the Board Of Directors Of Mangum
Housing Authority.
In 1948, he began managing Farmer's Co-op Gin in Mangum.