Edgar Cayce Readings, 742-2

(Physical Suggestion)

TEXT

EC: Yes. Not so good in the immediate, as we find; yet we find there are some improvements. Naturally, from the very age and the general conditions, the reactions for the betterment are slow.
We would continue with the manipulations that have been indicated; using the vibrations from the Wet Cell Battery for bringing strength to the body.
And, as we find, the body would be aided materially were there given internally very small quantities of Gold with the common Soda. The two solutions would be made in these proportions, and kept separate: One solution would be in the proportion of 20 grains Bicarbonate of Soda to 10 ounces of distilled water. The other solution would be in the proportion of 1 grain Chloride of Gold to 1 ounce of distilled water. Do not put the two together until the dosage is to be taken, which should be the first day 1 minim of the Gold solution and 2 minims of the Soda solution in half a glass of water. Increase each day 1 minim until there would be taken 5 minims of the Gold solution and 10 minims of the Soda solution. Then leave it off for five days. Then begin with the 1 minim of the Gold solution and 2 minims of the Soda solution, gradually increasing each day in the proportion indicated. Repeat this procedure for three or four rounds. While the Soda is a very strong alkalin, and the Gold is an acid, with these combining with the gastric flow of the stomach we will find they will become active with the reproductive glands in ALL portions of the system. They will make for the flow and stimulation to the flow of the nerve forces in a much bettered condition.
For the condition in the hip and that which has caused and does cause such excruciating pain, the inability for the locomotion or for the body to stand, we would continue to use the massages or rubs. And we would apply the saturated solution of Epsom Salts in hot packs, following the application of those properties combined that will relieve the pains - such as we have indicated for such conditions; that is, whenever the pain is VERY severe, spread on the area of the hip FIRST - before the use of the Salts packs, a combination of three parts Tincture of Laudanum to one part Aconite - PAINT the hip with it. These, as we find, would be the more helpful for this body.
Be patient. Be persistent. And, as we find, while we may not CURE entirely, we can - through these measures - bring relief from the suffering WITHOUT the administering of the narcotic effects upon the system. If these are ever resorted to, we will find that the Codeine will be the more effective and the less harmful to the body; one-eighth to one-twentieth of a grain.
Ready for questions.
(Q) Having never handled a Wet Cell Battery -
(A) (Interrupting) Then use it just as we have given! Note these changes - these are the effects it creates: An equalizing of the circulation from the head to the feet, to the lower portions. Possibly you've never noticed, either, that there is a difference in the pulsation in such a body in the various extremities! that is, there would be found in the right wrist a different pulsation to that in the left ankle, a variation of some five beats; or in one that would be 80 and the other 85 to 89, see? These are, then, the characterizations; that we will find a more uniformity when these applications are put on - to pass directly through from one plate or anode to another; we will find the body more quiet; we will find the general mental reactions more normal. These, in this particular body, are the reactions from such applications.
We are through with this reading. [GD's note: Indicating another check reading might be given, for someone else, before waking up.]
That is all.
We are through for the present.
Copy to Dr. [657]
Copy to Ass'n file
(See copy of directions [which were enclosed] for applying Epsom Salts Packs.)

BACKGROUND

See 742-1 on 11/22/34 (for Apoplexy, Arteriosclerosis, Hypotension) and subsequent Reports.

REPORTS

1/25/35 Dr. [657]'s letter to EC: "Your check reading was received and the additional treatments for [742] noted. She started with this yesterday. But yesterday she seemed to take a turn downward. Her speech became thick and once her bowels became incontinent. This latter, however, may have been due to the laxatives and oil she takes. But her whole demeanor was not encouraging today. However, we shall continue with your instructions for awhile anyway, and hope for the best..."
1/31/35 EC's reply: "...I'm very sure [742]'s condition is a very precarious one, and there is so very little vitality to build on that it becomes a real problem. It will require, I'm sure, very careful attention and will necessitate your using good judgment and a great deal of your initiative in meeting emergencies as they arise in any case that we may give information concerning..."
3/31/35 Dr. [657]'s letter to EC: "...Mrs. [742] seems to be at least holding out fairly well. Some days she feels she is no better, but more often she thinks she has slightly improved. I see her every other day, and am following your line of treatment..."
4/01/36 Dr. [657]'s letter to HLC: "...Mrs. [742] whom I referred to you is still living. Unfortunately, I am not in the neighborhood where many people can readily spare the price of the readings all at one time. They now mostly live from hand to mouth..."
4/28/36 Dr. [657]'s letter to EC: "...[742] is still hanging on and has not changed since my last report to you. I am giving her the battery, etc., three times a week. Her sister whom you met, says she cannot continue the strain of being called during the night with her sister, and may put her in a home. I have given [742] medication to make her sleep but it has no reaction with her..."
6/03/36 EC's reply: "...If she is thinking seriously of putting her sister in a home, I would suggest that she get in touch with H. J. Reilly of The Reilly Service, Oak Ridge, N.J. Dr. Reilly is very much in sympathy with this work, and is willing to follow the readings. Then too, Mr. and Mrs. Ladd who are running Sun Air Farm for Dr. Reilly are members of the Ass'n; in fact, they went out to Sun Air Farm with the purpose of being able to make a place where people could come to have their treatments followed. You might suggest that the sister discuss this with Mr. Kahn... I make this as a suggestion, for I know if she were put in any other place more than likely they would pay no attention whatever to the battery... I'm sure it is a very hard case and will require time, patience, etc., so as she isn't able to give the required attention herself, I think it would be very wise to choose such a place for her sister."
6/19/36 Letter from [742]'s sister: "Friends: - Your patient, Mrs. [742] died on 5/09/36... Thank you for help given..."