This Psychic Reading given by Edgar Cayce at his home on Arctic Crescent, Virginia Beach, Va., this 6th day of October, 1938, in accordance with request made by Hugh Lynn Cayce, Manager of the Ass'n for Research & Enlightenment, Inc.

Present: Edgar Cayce; Gertrude Cayce, Conductor; Gladys Davis, Steno.

TEXT

1. GC: You will have before you the radio program which has been developed through Thomas Sugrue with Jerry Danzig, Sebach and Bower of WOR, 1440 B'way, NYC. You will consider all the circumstances and conditions in connection with this program, including such men as Garrett, Hardwicke, Warner, Murphy and Brown and others as members of Board of Experts. You will advise Hugh Lynn Cayce, 20 Woods Lane, Scarsdale, N.Y., regarding the developing and handling of this program for the best interests of all concerned, including the Ass'n for Research & Enlightenment, Inc. You will answer the questions he submits, as I ask them:
2. EC: We have the perspective - the desires on the part of some connected with WOR, and their interest in and appreciation of the fact of the interest being manifested by the public in things psychic; also the progress thus far, with a type of script, and the various factors concerning same.
3. In giving Hugh Lynn Cayce advice and counsel regarding the association of self with such a program, or such an undertaking, it is well that he - Hugh Lynn Cayce - be reminded of the policies as well as the PURPOSES of the Association for Research and Enlightenment, Incorporated; and in thought of these, no commitments other than those in keeping with the ideals and purposes of said Association SHOULD EVER be made!
4. Not seeking, then, publicity.
5. The members of the prospective Board are very well - as we find there is a great deal of sincerity in those that are of the staff of WOR, as to their interest in a program of this nature.
6. Yet as WE find, in the selecting of those that would act in the capacity of judges, these should have been chosen rather from ALL fields of endeavor than from just the psychological or psychic only, or medical only, or psychic medical only, or investigators only.
7. And these in the present, as we find, do NOT make a comprehensive view of public opinion. Rather should they be chosen as, - a scientist, a medical scientist, a researcher, a lawyer, a minister, and an advertising man.
8. This would appear to preclude publicity men, as newspapers - which should be precluded; but there should be given a perspective of the thought of the various phases of human experience and human relationships and human desires as to the SPIRITUAL life!
9. For, to be sure - and as may be offered here - if it is in keeping with that which is the desire and the purpose and ideal of its sources - it MUST BE CONSTRUCTIVE AND OF A SPIRITUAL IMPORT!
10. Ready for questions.
11. (Q) Would you suggest a title for the program which would be more effective than "Mysteries of the Mind"?
    (A) This as we find is very well in keeping with those who are in accord with the attempts of that to be presented; and let the name indicate, then, that which is to be presented.
    "Mystery" in itself to MOST minds, or the greater number of minds, presents something that is to be thought of, something that would require thought, something not fully understood yet something that is worth consideration.
    Very good is the name, as we find.
12. (Q) What type of psychic experiences should be stressed?
    (A) As just indicated, from here, it would only be those that have proven, do prove to be beneficial in a mental and a physical manner. Not any that are merely spectacular, but that stressed is that the SOURCES of such are constructive in their influence if so applied.
    Just as the developing of the mind has been and is in two phases; that wherein advantage may be taken of those not so well-grounded or rounded, or that which is constructive - that which creates hope, faith, love.
    These should be then the type, the character - that which has made, does make or create or bring hope, love, faith and such, to the awareness of the mind.
13. (Q) Please give a detailed suggestion for presentation of material in most effective manner on the air.
    (A) As has just been indicated, that way in which there is presented TRUTH, there is presented an actual happening; and the results or the EFFECTS created in the minds and hearts and lives of those thus EXPERIENCING the incident or experience.
    That which brings such is the character and nature - never that which has been a chance, that which has given one the advantage, that which would bespeak of any underhand or overadvantageous experience other than as truth is real, is life, and is all of those attributes that may be given to a CONSTRUCTIVE, creative nature in the minds and hearts of others, in their relationships one to another; and that such relationships bear the stamp of the DIVINE law!
    That is the nature, that is the character of material that will be more constructive, longer lasting, and bring HELP and hope to others.
14. (Q) What factors should be considered as most important in interesting commercial sponsorship?
    (A) That which will attract the attention of those who are worth while in the endeavors in a great brotherhood, or of the HELPFULNESS to all as such is given.
15. (Q) How can this program best be made an effective method for stimulating constructive interest in the whole field of psychic research?
    (A) That each case or incident presented always presents fact, truth, as EXPERIENCED by someone; and that the hope and help created are the OUTSTANDING factors in same, - that is helpfulness for something and in a manner that is a constructive force or influence for the whole, rather than the individual, though it may be individual in its application.
16. (Q) Advise me in relationships with the following, as I name them: First, Jerry Danzig:
    (A) Very well; working out much of the old associations as well as one sincere, yet not wholly grounded in other than the best for the moment.
17. (Q) Harold Sherman, script writer.
    (A) Very well; again working out factors wherein the capacities of each are much in the same accord as being presented in the present.
    Individually - the SENSATIONAL or spectacular, rather than the PURELY helpful, is rather the keynote.
18. (Q) Members of the Board of Experts.
    (A) As indicated, these as selected or named are very well; but if it is to be a CONSTRUCTIVE program, it would be well that such judges be chosen rather in the MANNER as we have given, as we find. However, if these are able - through their associations - to affiliate themselves for the present, it would be very well. But if it is to be made really a channel where there can be greater confidence, greater assurance put to the public as a whole, consider from ALL the varied angles as indicated rather than just one class or group of psychologists or psychiatrists or researchers in certain fields.
19. (Q) Would you suggest the names of the type of men?
    (A) As indicated; lawyers, doctors, ministers, advertisers - the regular business man. All such, rather than JUST the one class as indicated.
20. (Q) Are the names of any suggested for this Board?
    (A) Those as indicated are the types - and these, of course, require that there be thought given to same.
21. (Q) To what extent, when and how should the material from the psychic readings of Edgar Cayce be introduced in this program?
    (A) Only when some ONE, or more, who has received such help, DESIRES to present his experience in such a broadcast or activity! Then NOT as of Edgar Cayce; rather the Association for Research & Enlightenment.
    Do not broadcast that which cannot be and IS not proven in the experience of the individual who has sought - AND FOUND in his experience - that which is good!
22. (Q) Which members of the Board of Experts will prove most reliable?
    (A) No ONE better than the other. While they all have different axes to grind, and different prejudices to be readjusted, we would not say one was better than the other.
23. (Q) In what way may the Board of Trustees of the Ass'n for Research and Enlightenment be of help with this program?
    (A) Only in the encouraging of that THEY have found in their experience in the Association for Research and Enlightenment, to be a part of the policy and factors in the presenting of such a program. Never for sensational purposes, nor for the arousing of individuals to merely prove anything! Present rather that ye have found helpful, and let it be left on this note: "Is it a mystery of the mind, or is there not rather a law that governs same?"
24. (Q) What special guests should be invited for the opening broadcast?
    (A) That had best be chosen by those conducting same, rather than from here.
25. (Q) Should announcements be sent to Members of the Association for Research and Enlightenment, to listen in on this program?
    (A) This would be very well, if it is in keeping with the policies and the ideals of the Association.
26. (Q) Are there any factors which might prevent this program not going on the air, not known to Hugh Lynn Cayce in the present?
    (A) As indicated by the title - those factors might; owing to a word here or there, as to the end or the final words as to Yes or No of those that would present same. And each individual has the choice, which no one has the RIGHT to supersede - even God does not!
27. We are through for the present.

    Two copies to Hugh Lynn Cayce - Special
    Copy to Ass'n file

BACKGROUND

1. 10/05/38 HLC phoned verification from N.Y.C. and submitted questions.

REPORTS

1. Questions submitted which did not get asked: If Dr. Wm. Moseley Brown is unable to serve on the Board of Experts, who would be most influential man to take his place? Will Victor Chemical Co. continue objections to Brown serving on this board of Experts and if so how can these best be met?
2. 10/08/38 HLC's ltr. to Family:
   ASSOCIATION FOR RESEARCH AND ENLIGHTENMENT INCORPORATED Virginia Beach, Virginia
   Dear Family:
   I am sure you will like to know just how things went last night, but already from the reading I know you understand that the final word has not yet been said.
   We recorded the program last night - including the presentation of the three stories - straight narrative, partial dramatization and complete dramatization. It takes about fifteen people to put on such a show aside from the experts and people I bring in, so you can see we had pretty much of a stir. WE had music, sound effects, announcers, etc.
   I worked on the thing from five thirty to eleven and when finished felt pretty flat. The program somehow didn't click as it should have. I was told that my part of it was o.k. but it can be much improved. We intentionally recorded a long program in order to get the various angles in.
   On Monday I am meeting with the script man, director and WOR officials to check over the recording and make plans for improving the presentation. I am confident that another recording will be necessary before a decision and date for the first broadcast will be set. (If as the readings say - the final answer is to be yes, which evidently is uncertain.)
   The reading will be of great help. The suggestions on the board are very good and also with reference to the material to be presented. As the program will be done I will have pretty complete charge of the type of material presented and also the discussion that takes place on it. I will certainly observe the suggestions given, both in selecting the material for cases, and also for bringing out the helpful side with a possible background of spiritual laws.
   These people are interested deeply for they are spending quite a bit of time and money in developing the idea. It looks like a good opportunity and I will try to do a good job. Thanks lots for the reading.
   I haven't heard any more from Mrs. Comer, so guess you may expect her. I will keep you advised of developments.
   Love, (signed) Hugh Lynn
3. 10/18/38 HLC's letter from New York:
   Will let you know about further plans as soon as get final on radio.
   Sorry a bit that this radio has taken so much time, but the experience has been most valuable.
   Please don't worry about me worrying over things. As you know I talked that to others for so long that I really have made myself believe it is the best policy not to worry. I get only mild spells and they soon pass. No sane sensible person in my position could lose heart or even stop to worry for long with the work ahead. I only have to stop and think for a moment of the following:
   1. Our background - the years of work, success and failure joy and sorrow that has been a part of all that we are trying to do. ALL of you there represent more faith, more peace and inner understanding of it all, more good accomplished than the average individual sees in several lives. Our foundation is real this time because it is builded on sacrifice of our selfish motives and ideas for an ideal. Nothing can ever destroy THAT.
   2. More than ever before we have real sincere people willing to help, to take part in carrying on.
   3. There is so much ahead that needs to be accomplished.
   Wherever this all may lead you can be very sure that it is a joy and pleasure in working it out that NOTHING ELSE could ever give. We are indeed privileged that each day brings a new realization that today is worth living for itself - for the good that is in it. The good that comes from these readings is not alone in the readings themselves, but in the minds of thousands (mad with sorrow, worry, selfishness) there is good in OUR LIVING day by day that which is so close to us. It is hard sometimes, but so worth doing.
   Love, [signed] Hugh Lynn
4. 10/31/38 See 254-103, a continuation re: WOR Radio Program.

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