Now, in the physical forces of this body we find the
conditions are very good throughout the whole system. The
body is in much better physical condition than when we had it
here before, see? There are, as in all bodies, some
conditions that are not perfect, normally. We find, as in
this body for the present time, there are those bacteria
that, without the proper balance given in the system to
overcome, would eventually work to the destructive forces
over the functioning of the kidneys themselves, see? This
being produced by too much salicylic acid in the system,
which suppresses the emunctory functioning of the kidneys,
hence leads the system with this acid, which, in turn,
becomes of the uric nature when reacted upon by the dross of
the hepatic circulation, see? This then is only a condition
that assists per se at the present time, see, in that the
system may not correct this within itself but the balance of
force must be given in the system to produce this return of
normal condition, see?
The reaction as is shown in the system at the present time
is, that is, from this condition as we have given, you see,
to the sensory organism and at present affects the eyes in
that, with the subdued light, the reaction to the retina is
not sufficient to prevent the strain on these, see? Then we
have a burning sensation at times and seemingly intolerable
to the lids themselves, see?
The organic functionings, save through this portion of the
body, we find are very good. Do not overload the system
with one element but balance the system better - more of
that that is green and fresh and carrying more of the carbon
in the system, not from meats but from vegetable matters, so
that we will have the reaction to the body that will supply
the energy of the system and give to the nerve forces, to
the brain element, the elements necessary to replenish and
not burn up energy in the system without replacing those
conditions that will reproduce in the body, see? This will
be done with the diet more than medicinal properties.
Physical forces of [
257], here in this room, Altoona, Pa.
As to the mental forces of the body we find the developing
of the mental depends upon the physical to supply that
necessary to give the vehicle for the expression of mental
energy, hence not the best forces can be manifested with the
physical in a strain, see?
As to the financial forces in this body and the elements
necessary to further those from the material, physical and
mental energies expended, the body is in the ascending forces
and only needs to keep the thorough understanding to make the
success necessary for the betterment of the body, physically,
materially, mentally, and financially. Keep the feet well
on the ground, you see, both from the physical and mental
standpoint, that the financial may have the perfect run for
development. Do not allow the head to become above the
clouds and not see those conditions as they arise, for it
must needs be that body be rounded out in every way.
(Q) Has the condition of the hair [incipient baldness]
improved, Mr. Cayce?
(A) Some. There never has been as yet the thorough carrying
out of those suggestions as given for this condition - only
in part, and with the physical developing as has been
outlined - he needs only to carry those suggestions to the
end, you see.
(Q) In making the alcohol mixture, was it one ounce of
alcohol to twenty ounces of water?
(A) One to twenty, yes. One drop of alcohol to 20 drops of
water, one ounce of alcohol to twenty ounces of water, pure
grain alcohol, pure white vaseline, see, the vaseline well
massaged into the scalp and then cut or rinsed with the
alcohol solution as food for the body, see, and scalp.
(Q) What effect did the Dixol have on the scalp taken last
Wednesday?
(A) Too many pores were stopped by this treatment, see?
There will arise some new energy to the scalp itself from
this, but not as needed for this body under the simplier
things as given here without using astringents. A vibration
better from the massage as was outlined, the cleansing and
the food for the scalp the elements of the petroleum for food
and the alcohol to cleanse and make the vibrations correct
for the body.
(Q) What special foods shall this body take into his system?
(A) Just as outlined, more green vegetable matter, celery,
lettuce, olives, preferably those that are ripe - carrots,
peas, beans.
(Q) Should this body take additional medicinal properties
into the body?
(A) No.
(Q) What is the nature of the trouble that is to arise in
this body in October, Mr. Cayce?
(A) Affecting the mental forces and the physical also, but
through that of the sympathetic system particularly. Wait
on those developments, only be prepared, see?
(Q) Can they be prevented by being prepared?
(A) They come from the outside. This body will only be
prepared.
(Q) When will he go to Baltimore?
(A) We do not have that here at present. Two moons,
apparently.
(Q) Can he have implicit confidence in his present
associates in business?
(A) The same as given, the same as expressed toward him.
(Q) What does 1923 hold for him in a business and social
and personal way?
(A) Pretty large order. Many unexpected things will arise
by the beginning and the developing of many things for this
body, both through the physical and financial world. Not
much developed in mental, unless the tend or trend of
thoughts is changed.
(Q) Give the general conditions of the company, [Penn-Tenn
Fuel Corp.] [See
4945-2 on
5/13/23], giving the development
since last you had it?
(A) Now in much better condition in many ways, yet ever as
then, stands on the line of success or failure, see, with
the sheer will force of the affairs going on towards success.
This has to do with many others than [
257] himself. The
change in the personnel of those in charge of affairs will
make considerable change, though considerable jar for a while
on the Company, see? They need to have actual operations
soon to keep the whole force in the better developing mind
and tendency. Do that.
(Q) Has the Company been benefitted by the delay in getting
the stock on the market?
(A) Might be yes and might be no, see. Use conditions as
exist and build from these. Remember Lot's wife.
[Gen. 19:26; Luke 17:32]
(Q) Has the company been benefitted by the delay caused by
B. D. Townsend of Denver?
(A) No. This has been a liability rather than an asset at
present. It may be turned into an asset just as we have
given. We have answered it before.
(Q) Was the conference in Chicago between Rice [Tex Rice]
and Townsend of benefit and how?
(A) We have answered this in other - yes, or no. Use what
it has made to build upon not looking back, but the
experience of the condition to be used as a benefit and make
of it an asset.
(Q) What is the next move for Rice [Tex Rice] in regard
the development of the Company?
(A) To dispose of sufficient of the holdings of the
Penn-Tenn Fuel Corporation to begin the operations, see, in
one specific place. Use that with discretion, taking into
consideration the amount of holdings that are involved in the
developing and the possibilities presented to further gain
financial assistance for development, see?
(Q) Has Rice [Tex Rice] handled the proposition correctly
thus far and what should he have done?
(A) In the main, yes. In specific instances, far from it,
see. The tend or trend of the condition of betterment has
been good. There has been caused many delays by the present
mode of handling, in the best, see. Use and build from what
is in hand, see. Remember as was given him when they were
to develop a people. "Use that thou hast in thine hands."
[Moses - Ex. 4:2--5]
[
257]: Yes sir, but I don't quite understand.
EC: Then go back and get the injunction the Lord gave his
people. [Deut. 30?]
(Q) Is he conducting himself properly for the success of
the enterprise, and advise him.
(A) We have just given that. Make himself acceptable.
(Q) What should he now do for the success of the Company?
(A) As has been outlined, heretofore, see. The office,
those about which the forces all are given or from which all
radiates. Make that the best office ever, see, from every
detail, see.
(Q) What improvement can he place in the office at the
present time?
(A) Very good at present, see. As developments come there
will be many changes to be made and the executive ability
must be manifested and radiate from the office, and it will
be well for [
257] to know and understand that the better
success of any office is to have experts handle as individual
conditions arise and not to do them himself, see.
(Q) Will he be able to handle the mail order campaign
himself under present supervision?
(A) At present, yes - alone, no. Use the mental forces in
the mail order campaign, see. Rather at the present, use
those as given. We would study those lines to follow this
out, see.
(Q) Will the literature that is being written by Bennett
Finauck Sales Service of 324 San Bernando Bldg., Los Angeles
bring in large amounts of money?
(A) Very good.
(Q) What improvement can be made by this mail order campaign
as outlined by these people?
(A) The developments will be made for improvements, see, at
present and present conditions very good.
(Q) What returns may be expected from this campaign?
(A) As has been given - slow at first, see. With the
present, it is all promises, see. With developments, they
will all be added, see.
(Q) Where should the stock of the Penn-Tenn be offered for
sale?
(A) Among those financially able to give assistance in those
Companies, who are being absorbed by the Penn-Tenn; that is,
give them a double chance for development, see.
(Q) How shall those people approached?
(A) Personally.
(Q) By whom?
(A) Rice.
(Q) Should Dr. J. D. Finley of Altoona, Pa., be approached?
(A) He should be hedged, you see. This one, the real head.
Should not be without owning some of the stock, you see,
through this channel rather than through the byway.
(Q) Will Dr. Finley accept the head of this Company?
(A) Just as we have given, see, with the knowledge that he
may have the direct assistance of Rice in the development
with the assistance of [
257] without the aggressiveness of
[
257] shown, see, he will.
(Q) Has he handled himself properly since coming to Altoona
in the business way?
(A) Very good. Do not be too self important. Let others
share some of the developing glory, see.
(Q) To whom is this especially referred to, Mr. Cayce?
(A) To [
257].
(Q) I mean in what connection with other people?
(A) To all people.
(Q) Should he employ the lawyer that he has in mind?
(A) That would produce combative forces. No.
(Q) Who would you recommend, Mr. Cayce?
(A) Under the same plans under which it is being developed
at present.
(Q) Should the connection with B. D. Townsend of Denver be
maintained as in the past?
(A) Not just as in the past. Let B. D. Townsend understand
that he is only needed as to real service rendered. He needs
this Company as much as the Company needs him.
(Q) Is Townsend an asset to the Company?
(A) We haven't changed as from what we have just given.
Townsend needs the Company as well as the Company needs
Townsend.
(Q) Who should make the suggestion to him?
(A) That will have to come from Rice and [
257] and not from
any one individual.
(Q) Should he go before the Altoona bankers as suggested by
Dr. Finley?
(A) Very good, but make Finley lead.
(Q) When should this be done?
(A) On return of Rice here.
(Q) How should Rice approach Dr. Finley?
(A) Just as has been planned, that as we have given. He
must have some of the stock of the Penn-Tenn, and he must
become the head of that stock and stocks of the other, also.
(Q) How should Rice use the connection he now has with these
forces to aid him in raising the money for the financing of
the Penn-Tenn?
(A) With those of finance that give the direct touch to
those individuals interested in the developing of the
sincerity of forces, and that have the worldly and mental
goods to back those up, see. In these he has left his best
chances behind - Rice.
(Q) How far will the forces help him?
(A) Lay them before his door. He must pick them up or leave
them. Show him where but not to take it away.
(Q) How much is he privileged to ask for?
(A) They will give it themselves direct, see.
(Q) Should the physical readings be given while the business
is being handled?
(A) They may be given, but not handled together.
(Q) What about the associations of Rice and [
257] and Cayce
- are they based on a firm foundation that will carry all to
success?
(A) There are some things that should be understood better,
these for the underlying success. The three should work
together as a triangle, because a triangle forms better
unison than a circle, because a circle may be easily
disintegrated or broken.
(Q) Is the Guaranteed Securities Fuel Corporation of South
Dakota a good name for the Company?
(A) Better of Delaware, then both will be handled under one
head, see, however separate.
(Q) Will it be advisable to use the old charter or draw up
a new one?
(A) New one.
(Q) Should the par value be no par value or Ten Dollars
($10.00)?
(A) Par Value. Ten dollars ($10.00).
(Q) Should [
257] suggest that he receive additional stock
for his service?
(A) As service rendered, yes.
(Q) Should he draw a stipulated salary?
(A) Yes.
(Q) What should that salary be?
(A) We do not give those. It should be for services
rendered, here. It must be with his own forces.
(Q) Will Five Hundred ($500.00) a month be a right fee to
expect?
(A) We have just given that.
(Q) Regarding the New York trip of Rice and Edgar Cayce, who
is in this room, was there any advantage to that trip?
(A) Yes and no. The lines as given were let go unheeded by
Rice, see. They do not go back.
(Q) What was accomplished by the trip?
(A) Further developments may show.
(Q) Why wasn't more accomplished?
(A) Aggressive forces to those, who were interested, were
not carried to the finish.
(Q) Can [
257] then use that line and be successful with it?
(A) He can, but we have given the work of [
257]. Do not
attempt to do that, that others are more capable of doing.
(Q) What should have been the system used in interviewing
the people?
(A) To have followed and used the leads and reins given, not
quit on half forces, see.
(Q) What impression was made on Mr. D. W. Pye?
(A) Very good, then lost by not answering the telephone,
this morning.
(Q) Will a telegram straighten this matter up?
(A) No. He has left. It will be through other channels,
which will come.
(Q) Should Edgar Cayce then take this matter up?
(A) Not further than has been done.
(Q) What was Mr. Pye's reply to Mr. Cayce?
(A) That, he had rather not put on paper, but will tell him
personally, when he sees him again, which will be in about
two or three weeks.
(Q) Should Edgar Cayce return to Texas or remain in Altoona?
(A) When operations are begun in Texas, return.
(Q) Should Edgar Cayce handle the field operations?
(A) Not capacitated to.
(Q) What should Edgar Cayce do with the Company?
(A) Assist in many ways in the developing of the finance
of the Company and the financing of the fields. In this he
may be both assistance. The individual field might be
handled by Edgar Cayce, see, but as a whole, no.
(Q) What connection should be between Edgar Cayce and [
257]?
(A) As fields develop, as the expansion of conditions
develop, those connections will be made and left and made
and left as time goes and shows, see.
(Q) Should [
257] ever make visits to the properties?
(A) Only on extreme circumstances. Others are more capable
of handling the fields.
(Q) Of the present organization, who should make those
trips?
(A) Either Cayce or one who is to be the field developing
force, see, or both.
(Q) Should [
257] visit the W. C. Smith property in
Tennessee?
(A) Others can handle it better than [
257].
(Q) Should Rice be the one?
(A) Not until other things are off his mind.
(Q) What about the second property?
(A) Not at best. Let the forces be used to keep this in
touch and use it in about ninety to one-hundred days.
(Q) Is the same thing true of the Pickett Co. holdings as
Mr. Smith has written to [
257]?
(A) The Company should not strain itself to handle
properties that are liabilities rather than assets until more
assets are shown, you see. There are too many promises for
developing operations to give the capital for those that are
even better than some of those that have been promised, to
be developed.
(Q) Should all the effort be placed entirely on the Texas
property?
(A) For the first, yes, by carrying more acreage and promise
of development, rather the developing of financial
assistance, rather than the development of production.
Financial gain may be obtained from most of the sources, from
those who are interested in the Texas properties, for it
governs a vast territory under which both mail order campaign
and personal contact may be reached, that is, for the
financial gain. There are many in the East, many in Central,
further Central and in Texas. There can be as much
assistance given to the Company, that is, the whole capital
paid in to the Cayce Petroleum Company. [See [
3777] series.]
See the reasons.
(Q) Should Mr. Rice attend to add to the raising of the
capital by himself from a personal standpoint?
(A) No, there will be others called in from time to time
to meet individual cases, see. Some trouble just ahead for
Rice, which will lay itself soon.
(Q) Is that of a personal or business nature?
(A) Personal.
We are through.
BACKGROUND
Earlier readings not in A.R.E. fi1es. He obtained many rdgs.
for himself, his family and friends, copies of which are not
in the files.
REPORTS
6/25/23 He obtained
257-2 answering further questions about
the Penn-Tenn Fuel Corp. and other matters.
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