This psychic reading given by Edgar Cayce at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Ernest W. Zentgraf, 400 St. Paul's Ave., Stapleton, Staten Island, New York, this 22nd day of January, 1934, in accordance with request made by self - Mr. [257], Active Member of the Ass'n for Research & Enlightenment, Inc.

Present: Edgar Cayce; Hugh Lynn Cayce, Conductor; Gladys Davis, Steno. Helene and Margret Zentgraf.

TEXT

1. EC: Yes, we have the body, the enquiring mind, [257]; this we have had before.
2. As to the physical forces of the body, we find that to consider such a trip, such an undertaking, would be rather detrimental to the conditions of the body; though, if the body finds that the temperature has entirely allayed, there may be taken those precautions that might make it possible, but not altogether advisable. It would be better to delay for twelve to twenty-four hours, with the use of the following as an expectorant and as an addition to the system for making the better reactions in the blood supply and in the whole of the digestive system, and as related to the causes of infectious forces and irritation to the throat, to the bronchi - compounded in this way and manner:
3. To 2 ounces of syrup of Horehound, add:

   Strained Honey.........................1 ounce,
Glycerine.............................10 minims,
Elixir of Calisaya....................40 minims,
Syrup of Rhubarb.....................1/4 ounce.

4. Add to this then one and one-half ounces of pure grain alcohol, 195% - or centigrade. Shake this together before the dose would be taken, which would be a teaspoonful every three or four hours. This, as we find, will allay the tendencies of cough, will reduce the temperature, will make for the ability to expectorate that from the throat that will come by the little coughing that would ensue.
5. These, as we find, would bring for the physical forces of the body at this time those corrections for making a better reaction in the system.
6. Be mindful that there is not too great a quantity of food taken; this would be rather an outline for the time being:
7. No meats of ANY character.
8. Mornings - citrus fruit juices with cakes and honey, and coffee.
9. Noons - rather fruit of some character or nature. Oranges, pears, bananas, or the like.
10. Evenings - rather an all vegetable diet. In the evening there may be taken a little spiritus frumenti for stimulation to the system, but do not take meats or large quantities of bread or starches or potatoes or the like.
11. This, of course, is only to meet emergencies in the present, so that there may be the proper eliminations throughout the system. Of course, juices of vegetables, or soups or broths may be taken in the evenings. See?
12. Do this, as we would find, for the better physical forces of this body, [257].
13. Ready for questions.
14. (Q) In case the temperature is allayed and the body leaves for Asheville, what treatment should be taken enroute?
    (A) This that we have outlined for the body, see? Do not attempt to leave unless the temperature is wholly allayed.
15. (Q) Is the left ear in perfect condition?
    (A) No, not in perfect condition; for there have been the tendencies for accumulations there from the congestions in the head, where the inflammation has affected those portions of the system. Well that as soon as there IS the opportunity there be a good manipulation osteopathically; not of massage, not of sweats in the present, for these would only open for congestion, but adjustments osteopathically in the upper dorsal and throughout the cervical area, making particular adjustments in the 2nd and 3rd cervical centers.
16. (Q) Will the treatments suggested relieve the pressure in the side of the throat?
    (A) As given, will relieve the pressure.
17. (Q) In reference to Asheville, it is necessary that I join in the purchase of Carolina Wood Products with Gilbert Morris, if a factory is to operate so that I will have the sales representation of factory. Please advise me what will be the quickest manner in getting the organization into shape at Asheville, and how to get the government loan the quickest at Washington.
    (A) As we have indicated respecting the conditions and the involvements that will naturally arise from the purchase or running of such an undertaking, if there is made the arrangement for the purchase - though the body insists upon joining in to gain the position as the representative or sales representative of same, this should not be - as indicated dependent upon other than the activities of the body in relationship to the output of the Products Company, see? For, if it is compulsory that the body join in for the preparation and for the arrangements of each week or month for the overhead, there will not be sufficient in the first six to twelve months of operation to care for this without making for entanglements. For, the loans will depend upon the ability of those that are to put the organization into operation of furnishing sufficient amount of capital for the RUNNING of the organization for a sufficient time to enable same to adjust itself. Through those regular channels may the loans be obtained, but it must be maintained by those applying for some that the organization and the activities will make for the sufficient activity of sufficient number of the local peoples that are to be employed in the operations of such an organization to JUSTIFY the proper or serious consideration. There are those regular channels in each location, in each city, through whom such applications and such loans are made. As we find, if the necessary requirements as indicated are made, this may be expected to be obtained in the next thirty to sixty days.
18. (Q) What man in Washington would be the quickest help?
    (A) Through those REGULAR channels that act upon the various applications from the varied sections of the country. To attempt to make for other than those through the regular channels will be very apt to make for a disappointing application on the part of all concerned.
19. (Q) When should I go to Washington?
    (A) Upon this application, that there is sufficient amount of capital being put into position for use with the activities in the operating of the organization. Then it may be hurried, as it were, by presenting the claim by self and others when these are in order or can be shown those in position for making same. Not until then is there the need for going there, upon THIS project.
20. (Q) Should Morris and Lande accompany me?
    (A) If they are a portion of the representative conditions, and if they are furnishing the greater portion of the capital, yes.
21. (Q) What special work can Lande do while at Asheville in this connection?
    (A) Only as to the gaining of the records as to the numbers, as to the effects, as to the aid of such operations to this portion of the country.
22. (Q) How can I overcome the fact with the government that some of the records are missing from the old administration?
    (A) It will be necessary that this gap be supplied by bonified evidence from those that have been in charge, or may be in direct or sympathetic charge with the organization. They will have to make affidavits for what HAS BEEN accomplished through those periods.
23. (Q) Please guide me step by step that the factory may be organized properly, that the government will be satisfied with the set-up, and that I will be able to be successful in handling my part of the business.
    (A) This has been outlined again and again, that there must be not only the desire for the activities in the operation through the actions of the organization, but there must be sufficient capital supplied from the outside to satisfy all the needs; and do not attempt to run same on a shoe string, or from week to week, for it will require - under the reconstruction activities - to maintain for at least six to nine months of activity before there may be expected any adequate returns in the activities of the organization.
24. (Q) Is it necessary for me to see Ralph Jonas today at 115 B'way, reference two medicine deals, or will the matter better await my return?
    (A) The matter would better await the return.
25. (Q) Is it possible to put over the Paris Medicine sale or the Eno medicine sale from Canada through Gen. McRoberts with the Jonas Group?
    (A) Possible, but will require - as we find - some alterations or changes from the present set-up, of how the preparations would be made FOR the sale - see? [See 257-127, Par. R5 and R6.]
26. (Q) Is there anything that I could do in Washington personally to bring about the closing of the water cooler deal?
    (A) As given, the allowances have held up these conditions. Is the body able to insist upon those in authority to allow such and such activity for a service not needed in the present? Not hardly! Let this rest for the present. It must eventually come through.
27. (Q) Any other advice or counsel for the body at this time?
    (A) Be mindful regarding the health of the body; remembering that for a great period there has been given as to how, the manners in the various activities, as to what, as to how the body should conduct self respecting its mental material and its physical activities for the betterment of the conditions that surround the body as a whole. No use to gain the whole world and then leave it for someone else to act upon. No use to leave entanglements by the overanxiety of the moment. Be patient, be persistent, but - above all - be CONSISTENT!
28. We are through.

    Copy to Self
    Copy to Ass'n file

BACKGROUND

1. 1/04/34 He obtained 257-126.
2. 1/22/34 He phoned for Physical rdg. 257-127, so that if possible he could get well enough to leave for Asheville, N.C. on business at 3:30 p.m. [He had severe cold, laryngitis, cough, temperature, etc.]

REPORTS

1. 2/04/34 His wife's rdg. 903-22 gave further advice for Mr. [257]'s cold.
2. 2/12/34 He wrote: "I've not been out yet. I still feel very weak, but will go tonight to see Trommer. [903] is up and better, also the boys [[759] & [773]]...
   "I am on my way out now - will write again later. I feel so tired, and I've done little but rest for four weeks."
3. 2/22/34 He obtained 257-128.
4. 4/16/34 See 257-130, Par. 30-A--31-A in re Paris Medicine deal.
5. 5/31/34 His sec'ty Miss [349] wrote: "I see today that Edwin Grove, Jr., died yesterday. I wonder how that will affect [257]'s suit?"
6. 6/01/34 Mr. [257] wrote: "Did you hear that Edwin Grove died Decoration Day? Please look up date of prophecy - which stated three years would be his end if he continued to drink. It's a good thing we instigated suit when we did."

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