Evening Star Newspaper, July 31, 1923, Page 9

N\ N \ Billionth of Crystal’s Weight ProvesEinstein Probably Right Scientist Conducts| Fine Balancing Tests Here. Dr. Paul R. Heyl, expert physicist Bt the United States bureau of stand- ards, is just completing the most exhaustive crystal welght ex- periments ever made by scientists, has failed to disprove the Einstein theory of relativity. The results mean that the theory must stand, he says, e other scientist is able by some simpler method to prove It Wrong.| Dr. Heyl's egxperiments are flve eixths finished. He is covering all of the six crystalline systems. taking one or two crystals from each. So far he finds Einstein may have hewn | ® ilttle nearer to the line than New- | ton who One Part in Blllion. To test Einstein's theory of gravi- tation. which has been called the most sensatlonal discovery in the history of science and is also alleged extent the Newton and in their adjustment as to weight difference of one part in a billion. He is using cry tals that weigh about three pounts. nt heat from the human v possible effect on -~ Heyl performs his om another room by the use which connect with the bal- and the crystals. A visit to his tory is some- | thing like an inspection of King Tutankhamen's tomb. He first takes +he visitor into the outer room. Here he oalls attention to the outer ends of the controlling rods, which are built into a pillar of bricks so they will be absplutely motionless. He then takes a key and unlocks the door into a room about the size of a small closet. From here the visitor | is taken through another door into the inner shrine, which is a small lighted by electricity, and per- not the shape of King Tut's but certainly as hot. Blanket Over Apparatus. | A big blanket covers part of the ainst the glass case 2 Dr. Heyl r of cork about ¢aree) which is_intended to instruments from changes The crystal on which | working is securely ide of the scalesand algncing weights in mid these surround- tein theory is put re in progress all d_and the results are observed through a telescope .from the outer room. The crystals are weighed in different positions in re- lation to the axis of the earth. After the position of a crystal has been changed the ' pointer on the scales moves up and down for over two hours before coming to & stop. Through the telescope the pointer is watched and its final stopping place recorded. “The tion challenges the ome respécts,” Einsteln _theory of gravita- Newtonian theory s Dr. Heyl. “The expectation that a ervstal will not vary in weight, no | matter whether its axis is vertical or horizontal to the axis of the earth differences were implied under Newton theory. In order to dis- Einsteln I would have to find “After finishing five-sixths of my ex- periments 1 find that they do not difter. Cloudy Days Best. “The crystals on the balances have been arranged so delicately that they can be turned without removing. them, simply by operating one of the rods through the hole in the wall. 1 have performed the experiments with the greatest care and have fcund cloudy, damp days the best for the work. There seems (0 bg less atmospheric interfer- ence. “Fearing that the street cars mlkhl[ have some bearing on the results, 1 worked many nights when the cars | were not running. They made no dif- ference. The fact that 1 cannot dis- prove the theory does not necessarily prove Einstein right, but it is only fair that the formula should stand until it is definitely proved wrong. This I can- not do."” Einstein once said only twelve men in the world understéod his theory. But Dr. Heyl does not admit being one of he twelve. “That may have been true when Dr. Iinstein made the assertion,” said, “but a great many scientists and it now.” may be number one, five or e in the list, or perhaps number At any rate, he admits he was 'h taken with the theory at the Zirkin Furs Foremost for their re- liability and depend- ability. A ressonable deposit reserves any article in cold storage for fall delivery. Inulu! and hoped to smash the formuM all to splinters. But he says he is like the man in Pible. times who was called upon to curse another’s enemies. In- stead of cursing them he blessed them. So Dr. Heyl has risen up to bless Ein- stein. 'And he has done 5o through tests seven times closer than have ever been made before. Previous tests have been performed.on a weight difference of seven parts in a billlon instead of one part. What does it mean in evervday life that the Einsteln theory must stand? Dr. Heyl says it means very little. After all, it is only a theory, and such theories "have little to do with the realities of life. It will not change the price of wheat or flour. The dry law, the farm bloc, the price of fail clothing, the tumble in stocks, the drop in gasoline and the future of the raliroads will still be discussed. Dr. Heyl has been flooded with let- ters from scientists from all over the country asking for information about his experiments. For some reason many sclentists appear to be very anxious that Dr. Einstein’s theory should be exploded. Some have said 50 in their letters. But it is not go- b THE EVENING STAR, WASHINGTON, g to be torn asunder in the bure nl ltlhfl‘rfl Dr, Einstein thought up the gravity formula, while getting $4.500 & year in a Berlin institution much like the Carnegie Institution i Washington. So far no holes hi been punched in the theory. “If Einstein has gone too far it re- mains for some other man of science to bring him back,” declared Dr. Heyl, in conclusion. Just Simple Anthmef.m From the Argonaut. The mayor of a small town in Ohlo had six stout sons, with whom he loved to parade the market place, They furnished him with the basls of a mathematical joke. “A fine family you have,” strangers often say. “Is this the whole the mayor would replys “I ‘two_sisters at home for each and cvery one of them.” i the visitor would exclaim, unting the sons. “Twelve daughters!” “No, indeed! Just two Ready for a Change. From the London Mail. “I don't quite trust you, Jimmy. If T married you, 1 believe you'd live a double life.” 5 “Sure—I'm tired of a single ona.” Henderson s—Standard for quahty 1 Established Over 50 years Worth-While Savings On Fine Furniture During the month of August we shall have on sale a selection of BEDROOM and DINING ROOM SUITES from regular stock at 15% to 25Y% Reductions These bargains justify buying now for win- ter home requirements, and since their num- ber is limited prompt selection will be much to your advantage. James B. Henderson Fine Furniture, Laces, Draperics, Upholstery, Paperhanging, Painting 1108 G Street—Phones Main 7675 Main 7676 practically all sizes. mer materials, is $3.85. Unusually Radical Reductions Ladies’ Summer Footwear These are certain lots of our regular lines of Ladies’ Low Shoes, in which the sizes are more of less broken—and yet, combined, include Because they are broken sizes, we feel justi- fied in making the reductions necessary place them at your choice for . $3.85 e They are qualities worthy their place in the Burt stock and includg practically all the sum- They must go quickly—that’s to why the price - [ Featured Hosiery for Ladies at $1 and $1.95 a pair Established lsss Arthur ‘Burt Co.—I1343 F Street Caring for feet is better than curing them Zirkin Furs Cost no more than or- dinary furs. ZIRKIN’S Annual Summer FUR SALE For this Annual Summer Sale we are presenting a most complete stock of our own manufactured Furs at prices which will make this event the greatest we have ever held. The fine quality and reasonable pnces of our entire stock invite comparison. Every Fur! Every style! right price. lWe advise that you call early, while ou: stock is com- plete. Zirkin quality !—at the Included in this sale FUR TRIMMED CLOTH COATS That Are Different Every coat hand-tailored in our own workrooms and made from the finest materlala and trimmed with genuine Furs of Zirkin Quality. Specially priced for this sale and to further mtroduce this department‘ ‘We cordially invite your inspection and comparison. H. ZIRKIN 821 14th Street Main 8166 Washington’s Leading Furrier Summer prices pre- vailing on repairs’ and remodeling. REPORT ON ONE-WAY STREETS NOW READY Committee Wlll Favor Continua- tion of Regulations, It Is Un- derstood, Unofficially. “The report on one-way streets, drafted by the special trafic commit- tes appointed some time ago by the Commissioners, will be submitted to them tomorrow, it was sald today by Ringgold Hart, assistant corpora- tion counsel of the District and chair- man of the committee. The commit- tee completed its report yesterday |. afternoon and it iIs being typed in preparation for submission to the commission. to reveal the contents of th it is understood that it will continuation of one-way streets and the elimination of nlrkln‘ on several downtown streets. The report also dealt with street car loading platforms, it is sald, Mr. Hart indicated today that no recommendations would be made for changes in the traffic regulations. The existing regulations are gen- erally good, he sald. Ninety per cent of the trafic accidents, Mr. Hart said, are due to a non-compliance with the regulations. The report on one-way Streets is only a part of the work of the fpe- clal trafic committee, For some time it has been studying the entire code of trafic regulations of the District with a view to recommend- ing such changes as in its judgment may be necessary to meet conlitions since the regulations were promul- gated. The Usual Fee. From Life. He—Your little hrother saw me kiss you. What can I do to get him to_keep the secret? She—Usually they give him $5. ‘_Allhgugh _the committes declined | .Reduction Sale Every Garment in the House Suits Coats Blouses Dresses Capes Skirts Hosiery Under- Tremendously ‘Reduced 13 to Y5 Off Don’t Hesitate—“NOW?” Is Your Opportunity | Sweaters garments Get Your Share! 87¢c Pair Stamped and Hemstitched 42 and 45 inch Pure-finish, Cabot Pillow Tubing Ready for Embroidery HE headlines above tell the story. At 8Jc a pair you couldn’t even buy the material for these good (ubmg cases, yet these are hemstitched in pointe and scal- lops and stamped in a variety of NEW designs for all-white embroid- ery. About 500 pairs in the lot. O )penheimers SI‘IOP UNIQUE E St. at Eighth M PASTERNAK The Connecticut Avenue Shop 1209 Connecticut Ave. N.W. Closing Out A Group of Two-and Three Piece Suits *35 and *45 Formerly Sold Up to’ $75 and $125 Including Many of My. Pasternak's Own Make * A Group of Coats and Wraps %45 and $55 Suitable -for Early Fall Wear Wonderful Values Pre-Inventory Reductions Summer Dresses..................$10 Formerly Sold to $29.50 Imported Swissés, Voiles, and Formerly Sold to $39.50 Sports, Afternoon and Dinner Frocks .... .--$35 and $45 Formerly Sold to $75 C Hats, $5 and $10 D. C, TUESDAY, JULY 31, 1923. There Are Many August Fur Sales But---There’s Only One CAPITOL FUR SHOP Our many friends will find us this season— A NEWER SHOP—WE HAVE ENLARGED TO TWICE OUR FORMER CAPACITY —in- creasing mot only im size, but in ous workrooms to better the service end of our busimess. We wish to thank our many friends for their past favors, and to assure them of the same opportunities and high values in the fu- ture. WE ARE CONFIDENT THAT THESE FEW ITEMS LISTED BELOW WILL CONVINCE YOU THAT WE ARE STILL STRIVING TO LEAD IN ESTABLISHING A “LOWER” PRICE FOR QUALITY l'l/R.S— “Prices” Are Always a Feature in Our Midsummer Event 45.In. and 48-In. Bay Seal Coats ~—front or side but- ton styles—featur- ing a* largo crush collar and wide Mandarin sleeves; bigh-grade silk cord and other fgncles— clegantly lined. Augus! Fur Sale Price $89.50 Caracul Jackets —in_ a choice of black, beige or gray. These piquant modes are the last word in fashionable design. Auzwt Fur Sale Price Natural 45-In. = Muskrat Coat Sl Bay Seal Coats —baautiful, perfeotly matched skins—the large natural skunk collar and wide cuffs offer an appealing model—side or front button fashion—ele- gant linings of radi- ant silk materials August Fur Sale $169.50 Stone Marten Chokers —large dark skins, in these dainty neck pieces. 4uguxt Fur Sale $25 45-In. Northern Hudson Seal Coat ~—large wrappy style, fashioned with front or side buttons—wide Mandarin sleeves and be. seal sash. Either plain s with charming trims of fonable skunk — squirrel Viatca squirrel—the luxurious linings are a feature. The usual Capitol ~Fur BShop Guarantee with this famous Seal Coat. August Sale Price ares . Auyu: Fur Sals Price $89.50 Dark Jap Mink Coat The large, wrappy model of the hiest xelected rkins —the yoke and cuffs are trimmed with tails. 4uguu Fur Sale Price $325 Wraps and Coats of Squirrel and Jap Mink at the Lowest Prices. Furs Sale Will Be Stored FREE Until Réquired Reserves The Best Furs Sor Over Twelve Years We Do Not Carry Southern Hudson Seal Lol L o Rl o) Any Purchase oLl S.E. Cor. 13th and G Sts. N.W. A Stirring Sale of The Latest Fall Hats Featuring Values That Are Positively . Extraordinary at ¢ 3 Not to be compared with ordinary hats at. this price. These authentic new models at this special price offer an opportunity second to none! Settle the quéstion of your Velvets in the new shades, L= early fall hat tomorrow with success and satisfaction. Rare, indeed, to find hats of this quality at a price under $10. and velvet rib- orna- of velvet, embroidery, d, pheas- beaver, copper, henna, pearl, black, ete. Your Unrestrlcted Choice of Any Late Summer Hat No restrictions. Every Crepe, Silk am{ Taffeta Hat is included. Sport Hats « 'This includes all the late summer and early autumn types Hats "‘Hats Which We Regularly: Sold Up to $22.50 Street Hats ideal for between-seasons wear—just what you will want to finish out Dress Hats Matrons’ Hats the summer in style, without paying a high price!