Word: effective
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Dates: during 1890-1899
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...much stronger game than was expected, and came very near winning the tournament. The first sets brought out some of the best tennis playing that has been seen on the Harvard courts; but Chace's sore hand bothered him considerably in the last sets, and Budlong showed the effect of the hard work he had already done in the tournament, so both men let up perceptibly on their pace. Thus the close of the match, while interesting on account of its closeness, did not show either man at his best. The final score...
...tournament has been a complete success in every way. Not only in the interests of tennis but also in its effect upon Harvard's position among the preparatory schools is this movement a most important one, while the foresight and energy shown in carrying out the plans reflect great credit on the committee...
...play will begin promptly at ten o'clock and all the courts on Jarvis and Holmes will be reserved for the tournament. At noon a meeting will be held in 32 Matthews, to effect a permanent organization, and to elect officers for the ensuing year. The following committe is in charge of the tournament: W. D. Orcutt '92, chairman; V. M. Porter '92, and T. Hoppin '93. J. T. Whittelsey, Esq., Secretary of the United States National Lawn Tennis Association, will be the referee. Owing to lack of space the names of the contestants are omitted...
...concert last night by the Freshman Glee, Banjo and Mandolin Clubs was very successful in every way, and reflects great credit on those who had it in charge. The Glee Club sang with precision and showed the effect of hard, constant training, while the work of the other clubs was remarkably good. The Mandolin Club is a new institution this year, and Ninety-five has made an innovation which should serve as a precedent for future freshman clubs. During the evening there was considerable cheering for the crew and a song, setting forth their unexpected powers, caused a great deal...
...direction of the President, Captain James S. Pettit, First Infantry, is detailed as Professor of Military Science and Tactics at the Sheffield Scientific School of Yale University, to take effect Aug. 1, 1892, to relieve First Lieut. Charles A. L. Totten, Fourth Artillery, who will join his battery...