Word: hahvahd
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Dates: during 1970-1979
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PAHK THE CAAH IN HAHVAHD YAHD--This little ditty mimicking the nuances of the Boston accent is based upon a mistaken notion that few non-Harvard people realize. Any vehicle parked in the Yard for an extended period of time--as a great many Harvard students can attest--will be towed away...
Perhaps Mr. Stedman hit upon the problem without realizing it. Even if Section 18 did win the Stedman seal of approval, would that excuse the behavior of "the politely applauding Hahvahd alums, parents and administrators?" How many of these fans voice their disgust at a penalty to a Harvard defenseman? How many join in singing a chorus of "Yo-Ho" (how many even know the words)? How many cannot even muster up enough enthusiasm to yell "Go Harvard!"? Despite numerous efforts by the band at the Cornell game to enlist the cheering support of the Harvard fans, many seemed incapable...
Then, of course, there are the usual "Hahvahd jokes". For some peculiar reason, Yalies, as do other Ivy Leaguers outside of Cambridge, find it especially amusing to talk in "Hahvahd Yahd" lingo prior to a Harvard game...
...that the "Hahvahd" weekend is the social event of the year here would be an understatement. A two-page spread in the Daily News entitled "The Harvard weekend--what to do" lists sundry parties and semi-formal dances for Eli socialites...
...ghost of F. Scott Fitzgerald might have passed unnoticed through the crowds at Princeton's Cottage Club Friday night. Three of the most selective--read exclusive--eating clubs had joined forces to stage a "casino party" in honor of "Hahvahd weekend," a phrase which for some reason everyone down there thinks is hilariously funny...