Word: turfing
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Dates: during 1880-1889
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...grounds of the Harvard Polo Club. There is nothing magnificent about them, no immense grand stand, but only a shed which gives shelter in rainy weather to the players and the ponies alike. The field is about twice the size of Jarvis, and is covered with a good turf. The situation is a very pleasant one, for one is able to see hills in the distance, and one's view is not confined to a small space of heaven directly above, as is the case in the vicinity of Harvard Square...
Play will begin at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. sharp. Contestants will please be punctual as thereby they will prevent the loss of valuable time, and also will greatly assist the managers. Either the turf or clay courts may be used. The entrance fees may be paid at Bartlett's, or to the members of the executive-committee in charge at the grounds. Balls will be provided by the Association...
...going on. In the foreground, the noble Law School building, further in perspective, the graceful gymnasium, the feathery foliage of the willows, and the tower of Memorial in the distance, all go to form a charming picture. Everything-save one-is beautiful and satisfactory to the eye; the turf is faultlessly smooth and green, the track carefully rolled; the brilliant costumes of the players are in striking contrast to the emerald lawn on which they stand; the benches are filled with radiant beauty, and everything is deliciously calm and soothing to our artistic feelings. But, while lounging in the shade...
...required to be present, as it is the wish of the committee that the play should not drag as formerly. The first round of doubles, however, is not required to be played till Thursday, though there may be play to-day. All matches must be played on the turf courts on Holmes Field...
...lady supporters of the Blue and their escorts. Soon after three o'clock the cry of "Harvard this way !" lustily shouted by half a hundred wearers of the Crimson, summoned the Harvard delegation of almost 200 to a point behind first base, where the party took seats upon the turf, and prepared to give a hearty support to the Cambridge nine. Looking from this point the scene was a very beautiful one, taking in the ground stand with its crowded audience; the long lines of carriages, bright with the blue parasols of their fair occupants; the level turf...