This psychic reading given by Edgar Cayce at his office, 105th St. & Ocean, Virginia Beach, Va., this 6th day of January, 1932, in accordance with request made by self - Mr. [378], Active Class B Member of the Ass'n for Research & Enlightenment, Inc.

Present: Edgar Cayce; Gertrude Cayce, Conductor; Gladys Davis, Steno. Mildred Davis, Hugh Lynn and L. B. Cayce.

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1. GC: You will have before you the body and the enquiring mind of [378], who is in his office at ... St., New York City, and the information given him and his associates through these sources on December 4th, 1931, concerning the product and the operations of the factory of Louis Dejonge & Co., at Staten Island, N.Y. You will also have before you the data concerning this which I hold in my hand. You will answer the questions which [378] has submitted, as I ask them, and that he desires to know in this connection.
2. EC: Yes, we have the body, the enquiring mind, [378], and that information which has been given, also those conditions as surround the product and the operations that produce same. The information which has been given is applicable to the surroundings and the products, in the converting of the raw products into those of the character as has been designated that these may be, in the order or a process of manufactures of raw stock in coating same, or the like. The same may be applied in the coating or surfacing of raw stock, by the same manner. Not necessarily submerging, but with brush, pencil, stencil, or the like - and OPERATIONS would be carried on in the same manner. No heavy stock, as we find, may be expected to be non-curling without a coating or emulsion on both sides of paper, but any stock that might be coated with the emulsion, as given, will take any tint-color, and be waterproof, as is indicated in the character of emulsion. This character of emulsion is not so inflammable as those that are used in some preparations; neither is the odor such as to be too unpleasant for the working of same efficiently. To be sure, the alcoholic content is stifling to some, but this - as we find - is the perfect or proper SOLVENT for properties that would make OF the surface that of a water-PROOF surface, or so that the inks or the coloring matter would be penciled or brushed into, or on, the surface of such products.
3. Were these TRIED, as we find, these WOULD PROVE to be of applicable, of serviceable, of real value in the preparations of stocks, as are indicated in the plant here - Staten Island.
4. In the manner as is being used in the present, this is an efficacious way and manner - but it does not make as perfect a light-proof, nor a water-proof stock, as may be had with the brushing of, emulsion on, the stock - see?
5. (Q) What sizing formula can be suggested to be applied by our coating machines to coated grounds or raw stock, that would produce an absolutely waterproof surface on one side, which would be non-inflammable, pliable, and that could be washed with a wet sponge without discoloration and loss of finish?
   (A) That as has just been indicated.
6. (Q) How could the present formula for top-sizing, as used now in making our Leather Papers, be improved so as to make the surface more waterproof, more pliable with more luster after finishing?
   (A) This, as has been indicated, would necessitate the grounding of the colors in the manner indicated through the emulsion, that would be brushed, floed (?) [flowed?], or mixed with the color in the distribution of same on surface.
7. (Q) Is there any further information that will be helpful in producing a satisfactory waterproof paper by our method of coating?
   (A) This, as has been indicated, is of or through this same method of coating as is used by the machines here - see?
8. (After long pause) That is all the questions.
9. We are through for the present.

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BACKGROUND

1. See 378-6 on 12/04/31 and subsequent Reports.
2. 12/24/31 He submitted questions.

REPORTS

1. 1/22/32 Ltr. to HLC:
   With reference to the readings on "Waterproof coating" I discussed with you and which I am sorry to say would not be practical to work out with our equipment - besides, upon further investigation, I discover that we cannot use "Collodion" - this is made of Pyroxilin disssolved in Ether or alcohol and is HIGHLY inflammable.
   Collodion, mixed with water, may be less inflammable, but the fire insurance requiremnts will not permit us to use it at our plant.
   Perhaps I am seeking the impossible; nevertheless, I should like to make one more effort as I still have an intuition that there must be some simple, non-inflammable ingredient, that can be either added to, or substituted for, the caseine we now use, that will make it equally as waterproof as any pyroxilin solution.
   As I have already stated - this caseine sizing is quite satisfactory as far as it goes - but I should like to be able to get a finish equal to the products that are coated with a pyroxilin solution, but by using a substitute material that has the same waterproofing qualities without being inflammable.
   It must be a simple process, such as we can apply with our equipment, otherwise, the cost of manufacturing will be too high.
   I am enclosing a new list of questions and would appreciate to have you study them and change or add to them, if you think they do not cover the information wanted.
   You will have before you the body and the enquiring mind of [378], who is in his office at ... St., New York City, and his associates, who are present seeking information, in reference to an improvement in their caseine sizing as used at their Staten Island Factory in making top-sized leather papers. You will answer the questions he will ask regarding same.
   If the answer comes back to use Collodion or Pyroxilin, or refers again to the previous readings - then say:
   "Fire Insurances requirements will not allow the use of Collodion - is there no other material (non-inflammable) that may be used to give the desired results?"
   If information given seems to require more than ONE application - then say: "Will it not be possible to simplify the formula so as to give a satisfactory waterproof finish with only one, or at the most, two applications?"
   What can be added to the caseine sizing now used in making Leather Papers at the Staten Island factory of Louis Dejonge & Co., that will make the finished paper more waterproof and still keep the finished product pliable?
   Is there any other waterproofing formula, OTHER THAN Collodion or Pyroxilin, that would give better results than the Caseine sizing now being used?
   The following are suggestions for further questions - depending upon information that may be given:
   Is the formula given and the process suggested applicable to the equipment at the Staten Island factory?
   Is the information given explicit enough to aid the chemist in getting results?
   What further information will be necessary to successfully carry out the experiments?
   It is possible to clarify the information given so as to avoid errors in manufacturing?
   Will such a coating take a fairly high finish, or must something be added when a higher finish is desired?
   At what temperature should the waterproof coating be applied?
   Are there any suggestions that will be helpful in placing such a new product on the market?
2. 2/09/32 HLC's letter:
   Enclosed you will find the results of my work over your previous readings on the coating solution and your suggestions concerning another reading on the matter. I am sending these to you for your suggestions and approval with every hope that you will be able to get something this time that will be of real help to you. It had been impossible to get this reading before this because of Dad's physical condition. He has been giving a few readings but has not been feeling at all well. I felt that he should be in the best of health when this was given and that under the circumstances it would be best for all concerned to wait. By the time you return this he will be better I am sure, as he is now improving, and he will make the appointment at once.
   This matter of his health is a peculiarly interesting subject for anyone interested in the work. Gladys sent you, I believe, a copy of a reading that explained in part the action of certain forces and entities on the "other side" [See 294-128, Par. 9-A--12-A & GD's ltr. 12/11/31; see Par. R3 and R4 below] that were seeking to draw Dad over. This slightest strain or physical illness is immediately taken advantage of and accentuated through the conscious mind. His dreams and visions are indicative of a change that is coming about in the work itself. The readings seem to be changing very gradually for the better. The sources of contact seem to be higher bringing a clearness and directness that is becoming more marked in almost each reading. I certainly hope that this will show up in your coming reading. While this is very gratifying it brings with it the effect and reaction from this change in the spiritual vibration acting on the physical, causing a very disturbed condition. If those interested and associated with the work will hold fast to the spiritual ideals that motivate any such endeavors that are lasting and worth while I feel sure that all phases of the work will begin to take on a new meaning.
3. 2/11/32 Mr. [378] submitted further questions, also saying:
   Now, in regard to your father's health. It would seem to me that he should be encouraged to take daily walks and breathe as much oxygen as possible. A brisk walk just before breakfast or lunch on the beach, in his bathing suit, (allowing his feet to occasionally wade) on every bright, sunny day, would do him a lot of good, particularly if he would think only healthful thoughts.
   There is nothing like pure air and sunshine to pep up the body and of this you have so much, but, if I am not mistaken, your father is not inclined to take full advantage of the wonderful tonic right at his door.
4. GD's note: I feel that Mr. [378] completely missed the point as to EC's spiritual need, in my ltr. of 12/11/31. See EC's response to [378]'s need in 378-18 through 378-50; in Spring and Summer of 1934.
5. 3/23/32 See 378-9.
6. 4/30/32 Mr. [378] sent EC a ck. for $250 which, with same amt. from Mr. [437], enabled EC to put a down payment on the house on Arctic Crescent where EC lived for the rest of his life. He wrote: "I sometimes do not know where to turn to meet my own obligations. I am nevertheless enclosing you a ck. which I have drawn against my younger sister [Miss [1742]'s] acct. for which I am committee. Naturally, I will have to refund this amt. to her acct. as soon as possible."

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