This psychic reading given by Edgar Cayce at the home of Mr. and Mrs. R. N. Ladd, 19 Parsons Drive, Hempstead, L.I., N.Y., this 19th day of November, 1933, in accordance with request made by self - Mr. [448], new Associate Member of the Ass'n for Research & Enlightenment, Inc., recommended by Mr. [333].

Present: Edgar Cayce; Hugh Lynn Cayce, Conductor; Gladys Davis, Steno. Mr. & Mrs. R. N. Ladd, Mr. [448] and his wife, Mr. & Mrs. Edward Dutcher, Gene Dutcher, Mrs. Geo. Newton, Mrs. Baldwin Sr. & Jr., Mrs. Roland Jackson, Mrs. Whitman, Mr. & Mrs. Meissner and son, Miss Bush and others.

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1. EC: Yes, we have the body here, Mr. [448], present in this room. As we find, there are conditions that prevent the better normal functioning of the body. These have to do with specific conditions that exist in portions of the body, produced by a breaking of cellular forces in the activity of blood and nerve energy; which prevents the natural flow of energy in the system, or from impulses arising in their proper area.
2. These, then, are conditions as we find them with this body, Mr. [448], present in this room:
3. We find the BLOOD SUPPLY full, yet the metabolism of the system is very much disturbed or very unregular, owing to those positions of the activity of the nerve forces that regulate the internal pulsations. And has, with this irregularity, GRADUALLY - though not to excess as yet - engorged the heart or made for an organ of larger proportions than normal. Not too much so, neither is this organic but functional - from this UNGOVERNED condition of the blood supply through the central portion of the circulatory system.
4. As to the NERVE SYSTEM, here we find the seat or the cause of the disorders that exist. In times back, or some periods ago, when under great physical and mental strain, the body lost control of the activity of the muscular forces by a cell's reaction in the blood stream to brain's activity, but lodgement in the right portion in the brachial centers caused the LEFT portion of the body to become desensitized to its normal activity. Hence the paresis, or paralysis (as both have existed at times), began in first the upper, then the lower portions, and the whole left side has suffered under the strain. That there has not been a recurrent condition shows that the condition has not produced, or did not produce, in the brain proper or brain cells proper, any form of condition as to become such that it may NOT be removed. Hence, as we find, these conditions, with precaution, with persistence, with patience and proper application, may be made to be near normal; though, to be sure, it will require time and patience.
5. As to the functioning of the ORGANS THEMSELVES: Brain forces and brain activities are good. The disseminations, the discernments of the body-mind, are good. And portions of the system affected by the activity of the superficial and locomotory and brachial center plexuses have been affected, though - as indicated - only the metabolism of the circulation has made for engorgement, but it is not organic; which of course would be disputed by those that would judge from the purely EXTERNAL condition. But with the application of these to the system, as we find, we will restore the body; though it will be necessary, after thirty to sixty days, to CHANGE the applications for the further improvement; for we will see improvement in less than twenty-six days.
6. Prepare then, as this:
   To 1/2 gallon of straight gasoline, add:

   Camphor Gum.......................1/2 ounce,
Oil of Cedar (the wood).............1 ounce,
Oil of Mustard....................1/4 ounce.

   Shake well together before a small quantity would be poured into a saucer or bowl to massage portions of the body. Every other day, massage the body well from the feet toward the central portion of the body, from the arms or finger tips toward central portion of the body, particularly in the upper dorsal, the solar plexus and lumbar area. After a thorough massage (the massage should last at least twenty to thirty minutes) - a small quantity being massaged in the shoulder, especially in the cervical area (that is, from the base of brain to the upper portion of the shoulder blades, see?), then in the upper dorsal, or right under the shoulder blades, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd dorsal area, 9th, 10th dorsal area, the 1st to the 4th or to the sacral-lumbar area. Then along the arms, especially the left arm and the left limb, following along the under nerves in the forearm to the shoulder, and along the sciatic and under nerve in the knee and foot in the left portion. Each day also use the Radio-Active Appliance.
7. Each day also we would use as much as possible (not straining in the effort, but use) the limbs, the arms, in the activities.
8. Be mindful of the diet that it is not excessive, and that it is rather inclined toward the influence of the alkalines for the body.
9. In sixty days we would give further instructions.
10. In the application of the Radio-Active Appliance, the one anode would be attached to the right wrist and the left ankle; the next day make the first attachment to the right ankle and left wrist, see? for one hour each afternoon or when ready to retire.
11. Ready for questions.
12. (Q) Was this condition benefited by any treatment received, and if so which one?
    (A) It was retarded and prevented scar tissue from affecting the brain. The massage and the low electrical vibration.
13. (Q) Is the condition of left foot and left leg due to overwork or strain?
    (A) Due to taxation as in sympathy with the centers where the first impulse for the activity was in the brachial center, and from strain. But must use same; not too much, but follow these suggestions, and we will run as fast as the next man - for his age - and much faster!
14. (Q) Any other suggestions for the body at this time?
    (A) Be faithful; be patient; keep in the attitude of expectancy. Do not make the applications as rote, but rather with the expectancy and the knowledge that with the applications is coming relief from the source of ALL supply - God.
15. We are through.

    Copy to Self
    Copy to Mr. [333]
    Copy to File

BACKGROUND

1. GD's note: I don't know what Mr. [448]'s condition was called, or the cause of it, but I do remember that he was paralyzed on one side.

REPORTS

1. 12/15/33 Mr. [333]'s letter:
   "...Mr. [448] and his wife regard the Reading you gave for him as God's promise to them and a great opportunity for them... The Radio-Active Appliance has actually been in use only for a few days..."
2. 12/30/33 Mr. [448]'s letter:
   "...Dr. H. J. Reilly showed my wife just the places to massage... Although I cannot see any change I feel it has improved my condition and that in the end will work as stated..."
3. 1/04/34 Mr.[333]'s letter re [448]:
   "...There have been many minor signs of improvement..."
4. 1/28/34 See 448-2.
5. GD's note: See 1800-24, Par. R5 explaining theory of the Radio-Active Appliance.

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