Evening Star Newspaper, November 15, 1925, Page 33

BLUE GROTTO HELD NOT A WORK OF ART Photographs Said to Prove| Ancient Builders Had No i Hand in Construction. NAPLES whotographs ber 14.—Submarine made by Dr. Hans Hart man of New York pro t the famous Blue Grotto of Ca patural phenomenon, and artificial work of the master of ancient times. The latter was recently advanced by sclentists as a result of their n ments of the remarkable symn some of the grotto’s arches columns. Submarlne researches aiming prove or disprove this theory iwere the first task undertaken by Dr man as a test of hi apparatus, with which he hopes to penetrate ocean depths hitherto known to man. ‘What the Photographs Show. The Capri photographs show that the submerged foundations of the arches and pillars are unquestionably th ure. of a npatural formation, thus giving a final answer to a long and bitter sclentific controversy. The unique symmetry which m the upper parts of the grotto structure is con- tinued in the subaqueous scctions of the cave, but to a less degree tha above, and without any traces human handiwork thereon The work of the American sc expedition was sev. times thre ed with disaster on account of the hostile attitude of the pecple of Capri, who were fearful that Dr. Hartman's discoveries would destroy their pres ent prosperity. The district depends for its living on the constant str of tourists visiting the grotto to vie the marvelous incandescent effects of the sunlight as it filters water of the archway. The native population felt that tourists cease their visits if the grotto proved to be an artificial creation from hand of ancient man, althou ment officials insisted thyt would probably increase public of The, handling, mits issued to the “situation required delicate | in spite of the official per- American scientist by the government departments of marine and antiquities. Natives Become Friendly. But the natives became effusively friendly to Dr. Hartman as soon it was learned that his researches proved bevond doubt that their Leloved grotto was a natural phenomenon. The expedition will next week pro- ceed to the first of its deep-sea ex plorations near the famous villa Jiotis of Empercr Tiberius, where it is believed many ancient treasures were hurled into the sea to save them from invaders. For the Capri explorations the Hart- man apparatus was hoisted on board the regular steamer which carries on ly service between Naples and . Dr. Hartman lowered the ap- paratus, containing his mechanic, for the first tests, and later accompanied the mechanic in the steel cylinder, which worked perfectly to depths of about 200 feet C U. S. and all other countri ierican Newspaper Al liance. rved.) An all-metal single-plane flying boat, would | and | to Hart- | deep-sea diving | un- | Truffles Go Down As Cost of Living Goes Up in France By the Associated Press. PARIS, November 14.—While in in the sireet is mourning ing cost of living in France, the gourmet finds a bit of solace just now in ¢ plating the de. creased pric are edible highly esteemed in This trutle crop he best since 19 liarly F war. Hitherto too costly for the working man, truffles are likely, if the pres- ent price decrease continues, to find their w into the omelets and fancy dishes of mo poorer homes. ertain | YVETTE GUILBERT HOLDS POPULARITY IN BERLIN| Noted French Singer Cordially Greeted Where She Often Was Guest Before World War. By the Associated Pross. BERLIN, November 14.— Yvette | Guilbert, the celeb son singer, still enjoy where she w popularity in Berlin, frequent guest before the World | War. To show her appreciation of | the attention showered on her on the | | occasion of her first visit to Berlin | since the war she offered to give through the | ia | | built for the British air ministry, was made in Copenh: ar good player plano—used, 30 50 OPEN EVENINGS | French singer’s superb actin; | Government matinee performance and sisters of the st The Komoedie T} her brothers was given over to the performance and there assembled more prominent stars and stage directors than had been seen under one roof in Germany in many vears. This select andience literally went wild over Mlie. Guilbert's gram, in which the humorous interespersed with the tragic. ity of diction and he: of gesture, ma memorable an the recent visit to of Firmin Gemier, the noted Par director, whom Mile. Guilbert heartily supports _in efforts to bring about French-G an artist rapproche- ment with her | BAVARIANS FIND BREW | | | | OF QUALITY IN BERLIN | Erects pensary for Slaking Thirst With Satisfactory Beverage. By the Associated Press. BERLI pvember 14.—Citizens of Munich Who have to leave their na tive hofbrauhaus with regret when hei takes them to the Rei to find that has erected a slake parched Bav lin with real Bav. In the spacious “Europahas” under construction opposite the Anhalter station, where trains from the south arrive, the Bava will open a drinkir branch of the state-c at Munich. 1l be comforted an government ary to rian brew. emporium as a ed hofbrauhaus before has the <v|mm|~(\ ;u“r.“ to s move in the new hofh re convinced that t 1 rapprochement been well under way since Von Hindenburg visited F Branch Dis- | - | taking one small strand at a time. Summer, will reach its culminat hrou the medium of hofby Here's one excellent rhax‘;u- to secure a ut condition—at prices 'way below normal. USED PLAYERS $2 A WEEK! in excellent 75 n 1 |gtossy and 19 $275-$310 PLENTY OF USED UPRIGHTS Our store rooms are over-stocked with these used Uprights, and these drastic price reductions should mote them quick. Make your own terms— payments as low as $2 a week acoeptable. 125 REDUCTIONS ON NEW PIANOS JUST IN TIME FOR XMAS, T00 LYRIC PIANO CO. THE SUNDAY STAR, WASHINGTON, NOVEMBER 15, “GOLDEN RULE” PLAN| Club Federation's | Urges Members to Heln Near East i‘ Orphans on December 6. ~ | ASKS WOMEN TO AID | | | Former Head ation of \\ omen' \sked to_have folden’ Rule Sun- | in benalf of the | 2 . by Mrs, Percy V. wcker, past president of the| ation, who has Just returnel from | has been On that | e food towara | svera ple have lived on s ceived by | the children of t : the practical ohs = sion, M Pennybacke ¥ -| | munication to the f | Che support of the: children has | heen accomplished mainly by Ameri- | can women who have felt the call of the Golden Tuile. The overseas hovs | and girls understand this and 1 themselve: iolden Rule children. | “Because we must stand by fc | few vears more until our wards launched, T invite the women of the | i v to observe De- | inday on | - Bast 1s the provine ount of capl- | tal_inve - industries |LADIES! LOOK YOUNG DARKEN GRAY HAIR% Cray Mot Tees e nancaons) de-] advancing all know | the advantages of a youthful Your hair vour charfn. makes or the face. When | it fades, turns| gray and looks | streaked, juni a few appli- cations notes age. We is it| raars | of| Sage Tea and Sulphur enhance its | appearance a hundred-fold. ; Don't stay gray! Look young!| Either prepare the recipe at home or | get from any drug store a bottle of | “Wyeth's Sage and Sulphur Com.| pound,” for only 75 cents. This | is merely the old-time recipe | improved by the addition of | other ingredients. Thousands of folks | recommend this ready-to.use prepara- | tion, because it darkens the hair neau,!‘ tifully, besides, no one can possibly tell, | as it darkens so naturally and evenly. You moisten a sponge or soft brush| with it, drawing this through the hair, | sy | morning the gray hair disappears; after | another application or two, its natural | color is restored and it becomes (hl(k.{ lustrous, and yow appear | years younger. | 185 &=2 OPEN EVENINGS 65¢ Wood Chairs With This Coupon ana 43¢ Chairs, Children’s Wood painted bright red. Strongly made. ) IT PAYS 1925—PART Al 33 ° TO erg's ROTH STNDES OF 7TH AT T KST “'T'HE DEPENDABLE STORE" Mechanical Toys ‘With This Caipon;asa, 19¢€ Mechanical y Automobiles, choic of two styles; painted bright col- ors. () First Anniversary of the Opening of Our l/ /?A/W'[[D AN Just 2 ear ago we ppcne(l our new “Surpris«- Fiflh Floor” to the public of Washington, and its success has been pllmmnu-ual. "SURPR/SES THERE >’ | ““GET YOUR-SHARE ” HHM'I’IH The bargains we offered when we opened this new floor of special values brought record crowds of enthusiastic shoppers. and during the past year we have never let up in our efforts to give you the best values obtainable.- During-our Challenge Sale we propose to celebrate the first year of success of our “Surprise Fifth Floor” with bargains that will make it even more popular than ever. Quickly reached by two express elevators. Men’s $2 and $2. 25 Sweaters 1.09 120 Men's Heavy Car- digan Stitch Sweaters, coat styles, with V-neck or shawl collar, in dark oxford gray only. Made with two pockets. Full cut and perfect qual An opportunity to buy two sweaters for about the usual cost of one. “Surprise fth Floor. $1.25 Ironing Board Pad and Cover lin. Full size. Adjustable covers. “iurprise Fifth Floor."\—Charga Accounts Tnvited (Irregulars of S0c Grade) Women's Rayon (fiber silk) Stockings. made ] Boys’ 79¢ to $1 Caps with the three seam back. [ In a good assortment of v Caps of suiting mixtures, desirable shades. in a varicty of patterns. Light medium and dark shades. 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