Application

PTO- 1478

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PTO- 1478

Approved for use through 10/31/2024. OMB 0651-0009

U.S. Patent and Trademark Office; U.S. DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE Under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, no persons are required to respond to a collection of information unless it contains a valid OMB control number

Trademark/Service Mark Application, Principal Register

Serial Number: 98066901

Filing Date: 06/30/2023

To the Commissioner for Trademarks:

MARK: SC (stylized and/or with design, see mark)
The literal element of the mark consists of SC. The mark consists of a shield with two golf clubs which extend from the top outer corners of the shield to the opposite bottom corners of the shield intersecting in the middle with the letter C centered in the middle of the shield and the letter S superimposed on the letter C.
The applicant, The Stanwich Club, a non-stock corporation legally organized under the laws of Connecticut, having an address of
      888 North St.
      Greenwich, Connecticut 06831
      United States
      XXXX

requests registration of the trademark/service mark identified above in the United States Patent and Trademark Office on the Principal Register established by the Act of July 5, 1946 (15 U.S.C. Section 1051 et seq.), as amended, for the following:

International Class 016:  golf scorecards, golf scorecard holder, money clips, writing instruments, tissue paper

In International Class 016, the mark was first used by the applicant or the applicant's related company or licensee or predecessor in interest at least as early as 01/01/1962, and first used in commerce at least as early as 01/01/1962, and is now in use in such commerce. The applicant is submitting one(or more) specimen(s) showing the mark as used in commerce on or in connection with any item in the class of listed goods/services, consisting of a(n) photographs of point of sale display showing mark used in connection with goods.

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Webpage URL: None Provided
Webpage Date of Access: None Provided

International Class 018:  Bags, namely, handbags, backpacks, and duffel bags; Umbrellas; Wallets; Luggage

In International Class 018, the mark was first used by the applicant or the applicant's related company or licensee or predecessor in interest at least as early as 01/01/1962, and first used in commerce at least as early as 01/01/1962, and is now in use in such commerce. The applicant is submitting one(or more) specimen(s) showing the mark as used in commerce on or in connection with any item in the class of listed goods/services, consisting of a(n) photographs of point of sale display showing mark used in connection with goods.

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Webpage URL: None Provided
Webpage Date of Access: None Provided

International Class 021:  Non-electric portable coolers; flatware, namely plates and saucers; serving trays; glassware, namely, drinking vessels and trophies; coffee mugs; insulated cups; decorative glass or crystal; decanters, vases; ornaments of glass, crystal and porcelain

In International Class 021, the mark was first used by the applicant or the applicant's related company or licensee or predecessor in interest at least as early as 01/01/1962, and first used in commerce at least as early as 01/01/1962, and is now in use in such commerce. The applicant is submitting one(or more) specimen(s) showing the mark as used in commerce on or in connection with any item in the class of listed goods/services, consisting of a(n) photographs of point of sale display showing mark used in connection with goods.

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Webpage URL: None Provided
Webpage Date of Access: None Provided

International Class 024:  Blankets, golf towels, beach towels

In International Class 024, the mark was first used by the applicant or the applicant's related company or licensee or predecessor in interest at least as early as 01/01/1962, and first used in commerce at least as early as 01/01/1962, and is now in use in such commerce. The applicant is submitting one(or more) specimen(s) showing the mark as used in commerce on or in connection with any item in the class of listed goods/services, consisting of a(n) photographs of point of sale display showing mark used in connection with goods.

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Webpage URL: None Provided
Webpage Date of Access: None Provided

International Class 025:  Clothing, namely, sweaters, T-shirts, golf shirts, polo shirts, tank tops, jackets, coats, hoodies, rash guards, sport coats, suits, sweatshirts, pants, shorts, athletic wear, rain pants, dresses, skirts, skorts, swim trunks, bathing suits, swim caps, hats, visors, headbands, sunglasses, caps, dress shoes, golf shoes, athletic shoes, flip-flops, dress socks, athletic socks, belts, men's boxers, ties

In International Class 025, the mark was first used by the applicant or the applicant's related company or licensee or predecessor in interest at least as early as 01/01/1962, and first used in commerce at least as early as 01/01/1962, and is now in use in such commerce. The applicant is submitting one(or more) specimen(s) showing the mark as used in commerce on or in connection with any item in the class of listed goods/services, consisting of a(n) photographs of point of sale display showing mark used in connection with goods.

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Webpage URL: None Provided
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International Class 028:  Sports articles, accessories, and equipment, namely, tennis balls, pickleball balls, paddle balls, tennis rackets, paddle rackets, pickleball rackets, golf balls, golf bags, golf hole flags, golf gloves, golf clubs, tees, markers, bag tags, golf club head covers, golf putter covers; Golf accessories, namely, divet repair tools, holders for holding golf ball markers, golf accessory pouches, support for holding a golf club, golf club brush

In International Class 028, the mark was first used by the applicant or the applicant's related company or licensee or predecessor in interest at least as early as 01/01/1962, and first used in commerce at least as early as 01/01/1962, and is now in use in such commerce. The applicant is submitting one(or more) specimen(s) showing the mark as used in commerce on or in connection with any item in the class of listed goods/services, consisting of a(n) photographs of point of sale display showing mark used in connection with goods.

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Webpage URL: None Provided
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International Class 037:  Customization, maintenance, and repair of sports equipment, namely, golf clubs and tennis rackets

In International Class 037, the mark was first used by the applicant or the applicant's related company or licensee or predecessor in interest at least as early as 01/01/1962, and first used in commerce at least as early as 01/01/1962, and is now in use in such commerce. The applicant is submitting one(or more) specimen(s) showing the mark as used in commerce on or in connection with any item in the class of listed goods/services, consisting of a(n) photographs of point of sale display showing mark used in connection with services.

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International Class 041:  The operation of a club and provision of club membership services including facilities, professional staff, and website for the pleasure, recreation, education, training, and amusement of its members in furtherance of the development, encouragement, and enjoyment of golf, tennis, swimming, paddle tennis, pickleball, and other sports and games, and for the promotion of social activities including tournaments, dining, and other special events

In International Class 041, the mark was first used by the applicant or the applicant's related company or licensee or predecessor in interest at least as early as 01/01/1962, and first used in commerce at least as early as 01/01/1962, and is now in use in such commerce. The applicant is submitting one(or more) specimen(s) showing the mark as used in commerce on or in connection with any item in the class of listed goods/services, consisting of a(n) printout of webpages showing mark used in connection with services.

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Webpage URL: http://www.stanwich.com/
Webpage Date of Access: 06/27/2023
Webpage URL: http://www.stanwich.com/Guest_Information
Webpage Date of Access: 06/27/2023



SECTION 2(f) Claim of Acquired Distinctiveness, based on Five or More Years' Use
The mark has become distinctive of the goods/services through the applicant's substantially exclusive and continuous use of the mark in commerce that the U.S. Congress may lawfully regulate for at least the five years immediately before the date of this statement.


For informational purposes only, applicant's website address is: www.stanwich.com

The owner's/holder's proposed attorney information: Stephen F.W. Ball, Jr.. Stephen F.W. Ball, Jr. of Husch Blackwell LLP, is a member of the XX bar, admitted to the bar in XXXX, bar membership no. XXX, is located at
      One Beacon Street, Suite 1320
      Boston, Massachusetts 02108
      United States
      617-598-6700(phone)
      617-720-5092(fax)
      Docket.IP@huschblackwell.com
The docket/reference number is 561843-2.
Stephen F.W. Ball, Jr. submitted the following statement: The attorney of record is an active member in good standing of the bar of the highest court of a U.S. state, the District of Columbia, or any U.S. Commonwealth or territory.

The applicant's current Correspondence Information:

Stephen F.W. Ball, Jr.

PRIMARY EMAIL FOR CORRESPONDENCE: Docket.IP@huschblackwell.com        SECONDARY EMAIL ADDRESS(ES) (COURTESY COPIES): stephen.ball@huschblackwell.com; carol.milton@huschblackwell.com Requirement for Email and Electronic Filing: I understand that a valid email address must be maintained by the applicant owner/holder and the applicant owner's/holder's attorney, if appointed, and that all official trademark correspondence must be submitted via the Trademark Electronic Application System (TEAS).

A fee payment in the amount of $2800 has been submitted with the application, representing payment for 8 class(es).

Declaration

	Basis: If the applicant is filing the application based on use in commerce under 15 U.S.C. § 1051(a): The signatory believes that the applicant is the owner of the trademark/service mark sought to be registered; The mark is in use in commerce and was in use in commerce as of the filing date of the application on or in connection with the goods/services in the application; The specimen(s) shows the mark as used on or in connection with the goods/services in the application and was used on or in connection with the goods/services in the application as of the application filing date; and To the best of the signatory's knowledge and belief, the facts recited in the application are accurate. And/Or If the applicant is filing the application based on an intent to use the mark in commerce under 15 U.S.C. § 1051(b), § 1126(d), and/or § 1126(e): The signatory believes that the applicant is entitled to use the mark in commerce; The applicant has a bona fide intention to use the mark in commerce and had a bona fide intention to use the mark in commerce as of the application filing date on or in connection with the goods/services in the application; and To the best of the signatory's knowledge and belief, the facts recited in the application are accurate.
	To the best of the signatory's knowledge and belief, no other persons, except, if applicable, concurrent users, have the right to use the mark in commerce, either in the identical form or in such near resemblance as to be likely, when used on or in connection with the goods/services of such other persons, to cause confusion or mistake, or to deceive.
	To the best of the signatory's knowledge, information, and belief, formed after an inquiry reasonable under the circumstances, the allegations and other factual contentions made above have evidentiary support.
	The signatory being warned that willful false statements and the like are punishable by fine or imprisonment, or both, under 18 U.S.C. § 1001, and that such willful false statements and the like may jeopardize the validity of the application or submission or any registration resulting therefrom, declares that all statements made of his/her own knowledge are true and all statements made on information and belief are believed to be true.

Declaration Signature

Signature: /Guy DAmbrosio/   Date: 06/30/2023
Signatory's Name: Guy D'Ambrosio
Signatory's Position: General Manager/COO
Signatory's Phone Number: Not Provided
Signature method: Sent to third party for signature
Payment Sale Number: 98066901
Payment Accounting Date: 06/30/2023

Serial Number: 98066901
Internet Transmission Date: Fri Jun 30 13:51:57 ET 2023
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