This psychic reading given by Edgar Cayce at his home on Arctic Crescent, Virginia Beach, Va, this 5th day of July, 1933, in accordance with request made by [341], Active Member of the Ass'n for Research & Enlightenment, Inc.

Present: Edgar Cayce; Gertrude Cayce, Conductor; Gladys Davis, Steno. Mildred Davis, L. B. Cayce and [341].

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1. GC: You will have before you the body and enquiring mind of [341], present in this room; together with the plans for the trip to Chicago and Yellowstone, on which he contemplates leaving Thursday morning with the five Scouts of the local troop. You will advise him as to the best way to make this trip a complete success for all concerned. You will answer the questions, as I ask them.
2. EC: Yes, we have the body, the enquiring mind, [341]; also the contemplated trip.
3. In considering as to how the trip may be made most worth while, there are - under the existent conditions - several things to be considered.
4. First, under the form or manner in which the trip has been planned, it becomes necessary that there be a conformity to all the rules and regulations that are specified for such a troop trip. This in itself is a feature that should not be overlooked or considered too lightly; that each individual has its own responsibility throughout such a trek or trip; and that there may be taken advantage of the situations or the meeting of those in the same field of endeavor, in all walks of life, is another thing that should be considered; also the place that such individuals occupy in State or National affairs, and that even an exchange of greeting with such will bring to the experience of all those conditions that will mean much in the mental and material development of all concerned.
5. Then, as we find, following the direct route or manner of routine that is laid out for such a troop, and carrying through in an economical way and manner, would be the better and the more helpful way for all concerned; taking advantage of those other possibilities that have been referred to.
6. Ready for questions.
7. (Q) Would it be advisable to try to see President Roosevelt on the way to Chicago, or on the return trip home?
   (A) On the way out.
8. (Q) Are there any weather conditions of which we should be warned?
   (A) As we find, there will be little inconvenience on the part of those at this particular time.
   Well that there be the notations by all of the group as to those specific features of Scout craft in the country through which they go; as fauna, grain, birds, animals, trees and the like. Well that these be kept, not by one but that ALL make their individual reports just as is required on local treks or overnight camps.
   Also with the opportunity offered in those in authority, both as to Scout associations and in State or other activities, well that these be reported by each as to the interview had with such individuals; as well as on the various Scouts and Troops that will be met in the various sections, for each section has its own problems and also its own advantages and disadvantages.
   These, then, offer an opportunity for the use of much that [341] has held in self as a way or manner of presenting to others the various truths or tenets that have been found worth while, helpful, or worthy of consideration throughout this present experience.
   Be mindful of those precautions that are outlined in all camping associations and connections; and do not forget to PRAY!
9. (Q) Any warning regarding [2030], who is going on the trip?
   (A) Don't let him get separated!
10. (Q) Any regarding Billy [...]?
    (A) Be mindful of those tendencies [for hay fever] that have disturbed the body, that there are the precautions taken in this direction; and these will prove of advantage to the body as well as helpful to others concerned. [GD's note: He used inhalant 261-8, 25-A on trip as preventive.]
11. (Q) Any regarding [1983]?
    (A) That there is not too much leeway allowed in the spending, or in the types and characters of attractions that tend to interest the body most.
12. (Q) Any regarding Richard [...]?
    (A) As we find, there would be less trouble encountered with this body than most of the others. No special precautions, other than that he does not forget - he is rather negligent in getting together self in the various activities.
13. (Q) Any regarding [487]?
    (A) Very capable, and one that will make the most of the opportunities if it is impressed with the necessity of "doing it now." Be warned against that tendency of the body to put off; for each - as is required - should be TAUGHT, TRAINED, to BE PREPARED - and to DO IT NOW!
14. (Q) Any regarding [341]?
    (A) Be mindful that there is the alertness, and that the opportunities be taken advantage of in regard to the social part of the associations throughout. Not too indulgent; not too strict.
15. (Q) Any regarding the car and its condition for the trip?
    (A) Be mindful that it is not overheated; otherwise, as we find, little or no particular trouble will be experienced with it. Do not over drive, nor attempt to drive when there are dangers either from the weather or from the character of surroundings for the period or time.
16. (Q) Is there any feature we should consider that we haven't taken into consideration, or mentioned?
    (A) All have been discussed, but OUTLINE the plan - and, as we have given - take advantage, not in that someone else is put out, but that the opportunities for those courtesies from others - as well as from self - are met properly.
17. (Q) Any special warning during the four days they expect to be in Chicago at the fair?
    (A) Stay together!
18. (Q) What stress should be placed upon those things to see in Chicago, to the most advantage?
    (A) Each have their peculiar or particular interests. Each day choose that for any two, see?
19. (Q) Anyone we should attempt to see whom we haven't considered or thought of?
    (A) All those in authority, in State, County or City, in which the troop may pass or enter; that is, when the time permits, but do not pass OVER those who may be helpful.
    Keep THIS in mind; that these are considered as the coming ones in authority in all such offices, places or positions, and are SO considered by those IN authority!
    Take advantage, give advantage; be courteous, be kind, be gentlemanly, and demand the same of those that you meet; for, as it is meted out, so will it be measured to thee again.
20. We are through for the present.

    Copy to Self
    Copy to File

BACKGROUND

1. See 341-27 on 8/26/28 and subsequent Reports.

REPORTS

1. 8/10/33 Father's letter: "The boys are still away. They used their mother's car; went to the Fair for several days, then on to Yellowstone Park for a week, then to Salt Lake City where they turned back; spent a couple of days in Rocky Mountain and Estes Park. That's outside of Denver, or between there and Cheyenne. And when we last heard from them, with a card dated last Sat., they were in Denver; had just been to see the Governor and through the State House. No doubt they will go to Pike's Peak, Garden of the Gods, and then will come on back this way. They are now including as many of the State Capitols as possible, and meeting as many of the chief executives as they can. And, as each chief executive of the State is supposed to be the head of the Boy Scouts in his own State, it makes it rather nice for them, and - of course - insures consideration that otherwise they would not have. We are expecting them home sometime between the 15th and 20th, possibly. I think they intend coming back through Kentucky; maybe stop at Hopkinsville for a day or so, coming by Mammoth Cave. Then they'll turn into North Carolina, perhaps - I suppose it depends on how their money is holding out. They certainly have had a very marvelous trip, and have given quite glowing accounts of their experiences. I'm hoping they'll be home safe pretty soon."
2. 8/19/33 Father's letter: "We expect them today or tomorrow...
   The last we heard from them they were on their way from Chattanooga to Asheville. Quite a nice trip. Of course, they have camped on the way, and done their own cooking and washing and everything of the kind. It hasn't been an expensive trip to them, on account of that - and on account of getting reductions to Boy Scouts. It will be no doubt quite an education to all of them."
3. 7/03/34 See 341-41 in re another trip with other Scouts, including his brother, [487].
4. See subsequent notations under 341-8 Reports.

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