This Psychic Reading given by Edgar Cayce at his home on Arctic Crescent, Virginia Beach, Va., this 31st day of August, 1940, in accordance with request made by the self - Mr. [257], Active Member of the Ass'n for Research & Enlightenment, Inc.

Present: Edgar Cayce; Gertrude Cayce, Conductor; Gladys Davis, Steno. Mr. [257] and wife [903]; Mr. [2345] and son [2316].

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1. GC: You will have before you the mental and physical body of [257], present in this room, and his business surroundings. You will describe his physical conditions and how to improve them to bring complete recovery and good health. Then you will answer the questions he submits, as I ask them, concerning the best business plans for him to follow during the coming years:
2. EC: Yes, we have the mental and physical body of [257], present in this room, with his business relations and associations.
3. In the physical we find a great many changes have come about since last we had same here. As we find, in the present, there needs to be those precautions that have been indicated for the body through those channels which have brought about these changes.
4. There needs to be precautions as to the physical activity, the diet, and - more - the adhering to those admonitions which have been given again and again, that the body budget its time, its activities. Not only should there be mental and physical labors, but mental and physical relaxations, mental and physical improvements, mental and physical recreations of those natures that are in keeping with a well-rounded life and experience.
5. We would not indicate that changes be made in any of the physical activities for the BODY from those that have been indicated for same. For, conditions as we find in the present are very satisfactory; provided those precautions are taken that there are not those actions physical, mental or material that would cause recurrences to be a part of the experience of this body.
6. Ready for questions.
7. (Q) Am I healed entirely after the operation on the colon?
   (A) As indicated from the general physical condition, this is still a healing as yet; though the outward appearance is very satisfactory. There is a RENEWING of ALL of those portions of the system. Hence the extra precautions that should be taken.
8. (Q) Why does a slight puff arise occasionally over the left side of the wound?
   (A) As has just been given, this is the indication of the body gradually adjusting itself to what might be called its new environs, new activities.
9. (Q) What should I do to strengthen my body and prevent recurrence of the condition?
   (A) As just indicated. Budget the time, the activity, so as to keep a well balanced life experience in ALL PHASES of its mental and physical activity. All work and no play is as has been indicated, or all relaxation without sufficient activity for the full strengthening of the body. Either of these may be taken to extremes. But take the time for the work, for the play, for recreation, for improvement in EVERY activity or manner, - these are those that keep a body well balanced.
10. (Q) What foods are best?
    (A) A near normal diet under such disturbances as have been a part of the experience. We would not change in these things from that as we have outlined for the body.
11. (Q) What exercises are best?
    (A) Play, work, activity of every sort that requires the use of the body is the better. At times a great deal of walking, at times being in the water, at times ANY form of exercise that does not OVERTAX but that gives the muscular activities needed for the body. All of these should be a part of the experience.
12. (Q) Is golfing overtaxing?
    (A) If it is taken gently, golf is very good. To be sure, it should not be attempted to overstrain. Begin with only three to four holes, and then six to nine, but never attempt to cover more - under six to twelve months yet.
13. (Q) Are beers and liquors detrimental?
    (A) Beers and liquors ARE detrimental.
14. (Q) What cheeses are best?
    (A) Those that are the more easily assimilated by the system; as all of the products of the better cheese processes; not too much of a Cheddar nature, or that is too soured.
15. (Q) Are onions good for me?
    (A) In moderation, very well.
16. (Q) What causes backache?
    (A) Overtiredness.
17. (Q) What should I do to relieve it?
    (A) Not get so tired! And when you do get so tired, then massage same with a good strong solution of oils that are body-strengthening; either an equal combination of Olive Oil and Tincture of Myrrh, or Olive Oil and Peanut Oil. Either of these, or alternated occasionally, would be very well for the body-building.
18. (Q) Should I continue to live in Scarsdale or consider a farm in Connecticut, for best health and happiness?
    (A) This requires the consideration of more than one, or more than of self. If self alone were considered, Scarsdale. But for the surroundings, and for the self also, the FARM!
19. (Q) Where best for me to rest periodically?
    (A) This depends upon the requirements. Those places or surroundings in which there is to be those activities that are a part of the experience, or a part of the determining factors necessary for that particular period. These as we find if changed, and not set in anyone, would be most help- ful. Just as indicated for the body heretofore, when in any locality eat the foods particularly of that locality; NOT those that are long shipped or the like, where it is practical. The same applies in regard to the better places for recreation. Change the scenes, - these are the better manners.
20. (Q) How much rest do I need now?
    (A) Depending on how much has been the taxation producing the need for rest! These should be rather consistent. For the body there should be at least three hours of perfect relaxation each day, and that doesn't mean sleeping - but eight hours of sleep!
21. (Q) Considering Brunswick Phonograph and its connection with Mersman Co., since death of Ed Mersman, what should I do as to future relations?
    (A) As indicated heretofore, if there may or could be those connections for the handling or carrying on of this as an outlet for the body's activities, very well. But do not make too many concessions; do not become too greatly involved in same.
22. (Q) Should the present status continue?
    (A) For the time being. As we find, in '42 or '43 there may be changes that would be of a great deal of benefit in associations with others.
23. (Q) Would it be advisable for me to work out a consolidation of Mersman-Brunswick-General Electric Companies?
    (A) If there is the approach more from the General Electric, well. If there are the concessions made by the body or its associates regarding Mersman and Brunswick, not so well.
24. (Q) Have I handled it so far correctly through Mr. Andrews?
    (A) This is very satisfactory; though as has been seen, there are SOME conditions not altogether satisfactory, because of the lack of being able to CONTROL the activities of the factory. But these, as we find, if they are allowed to go so far as they DESIRE, then it may spoil the whole situation. Make them more and more ANXIOUS to be able to handle, so it would make it the more satisfactory for all; and then other buildings, other activities, may be a part of the combination.
25. (Q) Will Wm. Dunn and Harvey Gibson of 55 Broad St., N.Y.C., lend us $500,000 to buy Mersman, or is there a better way?
    (A) Within a year, yes; not in the immediate, and we wouldn't buy it in the immediate.
26. (Q) What will make my future safest and most secure?
    (A) As indicated, these are the right channels that are being worked out, but do not have self too involved, see? Let there be those activities in which there is due consideration given for the abilities of the entity in the HANDLING of the situation between others. For, remember, the activities of the body and associates are NEEDED in the business if there are to be the successes made in any direction. But the proposition of this as an outlet, and as an investment, is well.
27. (Q) What will be the business and social conditions of country after election?
    (A) This will depend very much upon what is to happen between now and election, as regarding other countries. Not a great deal of change will there be, as we find, UNLESS there is the breaking away - or breaking up - in other lands. This will EVENTUALLY come, but not as we see very soon.
28. (Q) Will Roosevelt be re-elected President?
    (A) This has nothing to do with this body; but Roosevelt WILL control.
29. (Q) What social changes will occur in the U.S., or will they continue on present basis?
    (A) This still depends upon MUCH that will be brought about by the new laws being enacted.
30. (Q) Will the U.S. go into war actively?
    (A) Not much more than at present; that is, for the present - but the war will be brought to the United States.
31. (Q) Should I make any effort or attempt any plans to enter the army or government service?
    (A) NO; not under present conditions, though there may be those activities later, but not in '40 or '41 - or until the latter part of '41, if then.
32. (Q) Considering present line of Brunswick Radio, is it advisable to have jobbers in certain sections of the country, or continue thru leading dealers?
    (A) There are certain sections that are accustomed to it that may be handled very well, but the leading dealers' form is the better for the whole situation.
33. (Q) What can the future of Brunswick be, if properly handled?
    (A) It can be most satisfactory, most successful.
34. (Q) What are the best territories to develop in 1940-41 season?
    (A) Those portions of the country where there are the greatest encampment activities. That means New England, New York, portions of the South, the central portion of the country, and the far west and southwest.
35. (Q) What territories best for me to handle myself?
    (A) The eastern seaboard and the central.
36. (Q) Are we correct in maintaining $99.50 to $300 as list prices for our fine cabinets?
    (A) This has been dealt with before. Yes, this is very good.
37. (Q) What factory can I get that is strong enough to take the R.C.A. and G.E. cabinet business now offered me?
    (A) As we find, this can eventually be worked through the American, if it will be kept insisted on!
38. (Q) How shall I proceed to keep the good will of the American, and aid them to make that decision?
    (A) Just keep on working at it and offering it to them!
39. (Q) What about the old plant at Asheville, N.C., for radio cabinets?
    (A) Under certain environs or conditions, this CAN be made very satisfactory; but it would need SUCH a renovation that the requirements for that would make it prohibitive; though there are certain numbers that could be very well handled.
40. (Q) Should I take on Southeastern Supply Co. of Norfolk as a jobber for Brunswick?
    (A) Rather more of Portsmouth is the activity! This would be very well.
41. (Q) Is Howard Wolff, Jr., the right man to do business with?
    (A) Well, Howard Wolff is sort of second man here!
42. (Q) Should Mersman Co. take additional G.E. business thru me in 1940, or better save production for Brunswick?
    (A) There may be a portion taken satisfactorily, provided there are the abilities to keep the connections in the labor conditions in the surroundings.
43. (Q) Any other advice for me at this time?
    (A) We would again give that admonition, DO budget the time in all forms of improvements mentally and physically, and the activities in every way.
    Keep the spiritual attitudes that are constructive, and NOT critical; for, "With what measure ye mete, it will be measured to you again," CANNOT be passed up!
44. We are through for the present.

    Copy to Self
    Copy to Ass'n file

BACKGROUND

1. 7/15/40 He obtained 257-224.
2. 8/31/40 He was present, submitting further questions.

REPORTS

1. 10/10/40 He wrote: "Sat. I drove 75 mi. to Conn. to see a farm. We may need it, all of you and all of us. Where the money will come from I don't know, but the rdg. said do it, so at least I follow blindly..."
2. 10/12/40 He obtained 257-226.
3. 11/04/40 He wrote: "I am anxious to see how things go tomorrow. The rdg. said Roosevelt would be in control of the Gov., so we will see."
4. 11/06/40 EC's letter: "Well, it seems as if the country has broken a precedent and elected Mr. Roosevelt for another 4 yrs. I hope it will all work out right. A good man, but he can't do it all by himself; he needs all business back of him, and there has been so much mud and filth slung during this campaign, I wonder how they can get together - but they will certainly need to do it."

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