EC: Yes, we have the body, [
1083]. Now, we find there
are many disturbing conditions in the physical forces of
this body. While these in their elementary form presented
little or no disturbance in particular, the gradual banking
up of refuse forces in system has brought about many
disturbing factors to the body. The greater part of the
disorder in the beginning was the improper and poor
elimination. First we had those conditions as of dyspepsia,
or a tendency of belching the foods, and super-acidity,
with engorgements in the stomach and duodenum. Later we
found the tendency of stiffness in extremities, pains in
the side, headaches, and then there were seen those disorders
that had to do with the obstructions in the sensory system,
particularly towards those conditions in the eyes proper.
These followed after there had been influences from exterior
to relieve internal disorders which were built up by these
conditions; with the change in the circulatory system as to
produce these pressures, as is seen in lumbar and sacral,
that bring for those disorders with the kidneys and the
organs of the pelvis; then those that had to do with the
conditions that brought about abrasions on the body proper,
from the poor circulation; and - as we have found all the way
through - the APPLICATIONS for the body have been for effects
and NOT for the causes of the conditions. In each case we
have found, with the new disorder or new distress brought,
a different application for a different portion of the
system; setting up, then, complications in the whole
physical force of the body. Not that the body becomes
wholly distraught, save especially as to the sensory forces
- or the eyesight itself, and the disorders or accentuations
through the over sympathetic conditions of the system,
the brooding over the conditions arising in the body,
the conditions that arise as in relationships to self
and as in relationships to others; the discontent, the
disconcertedness of activity of the whole mental and
physical body cried out for those reliefs that have been
slow and long in coming. Gradually has the body become
discouraged, discontented, and the breeding of that which
makes for dissatisfaction with the conditions. Occasionally
there have come those cheering periods when apparently, with
the change and with the new applications for the body, in
many ways the better conditions would come. This has given
hope at times, yet the body gradually slipped back into the
discouragements.
In meeting the needs, then, of the conditions of this body -
as we would find - while this would require some time, some
patience, and a great deal of persistence on the part of the
body as to the activities of itself and of the applications
from those that would make for beneficial effects in the
body, it would be reaching to the base or the seat of the
trouble itself. These, we find, may be made worth while,
will they be applied in a manner that will give not only
the rebuilding and resuscitating forces for the physical
body, but build a hope eternal in the mental being that will
answer for all those of a derogatory nature that have existed
and do exist in the body itself.
We would begin with those of the nature as may be called a
TONIC for the system, yet will become MORE than a tonic, will
this be taken properly and the proper attitudes held towards
self and those conditions that are being prepared and being
accomplished in the system with the applications of the
various things as they arise and become necessary for a
change to meet the needs of the changing conditions in the
body from time to time.
First we would prepare, then, as this: To 1 gallon of
distilled water, add:
Wild Cherry Bark...............2 ounces,
Sarsaparilla Root..............2 ounces,
Dogwood Bark.................1/2 ounce,
Prickly Ash Bark.............1/2 ounce,
Cincho Bark....................1 ounce.
This we would reduce by simmering (slow boiling) to 1 quart.
Strain while it's warm and add 3 ounces of alcohol with 2
drams Balsam of Tolu cut in it. The dose would be a
teaspoonful 4 times each day.
We would also, at least every week until 3 are taken, have
the high enemas or colonic irrigations.
We would also each day, for at least 15 days - then rest 15
days - then take 15 days more - of the sweats, that will set
up a capillary circulatory condition. Following these (that
is, the sweats), the body should have a THOROUGH massage,
ESPECIALLY in the lumbar, sacral and cervical regions, and
generally over the whole system occasionally. Following such
sweats, to be sure, there should be those precautions taken
that the body does not take cold from such operations, and
the body should rest following these.
We would also apply the violet ray - each WEEK, at least - in
the upper dorsal and cervical region; occasionally applying
the eye applicator to the eyes themselves proper.
The diet during this whole period should be principally those
of the citrus fruits, nuts, and of the raw vegetables.
Little meat, though the sea foods (though not of the shell
fish) may be taken - not in ABUNDANCE, but be sure it is
VERY fresh.
As much open air as the body may be able to obtain. Not too
much night air, nor a straining ever of the system in the
direction of the use of the eyes, the ears, or the FEELINGS
even.
With these applications we will find the changes gradually
coming about, that will necessitate changes in the physical
and medicinal applications.
Well were the body to have one, or an attendant one, that
would speak more oft of the light that may be awakened from
within, than of material things of life - though do not
BURDEN the body in ANY manner. Ready for questions.
(Q) Shall the treatment she is now undergoing be continued?
(A) These, as we find, are beneficial only for local
conditions. Were these followed more closely in the line
as we have given, the greater benefits - as we would find -
would come, and of a more permanent nature. Let's save, at
least, that vision had. Let's prevent, if possible, those
inroads of pressures that are being produced in various
portions of the system, by both the manipulations and the
medicinal properties - also the cleansing of the system and
the re-vibration that may come to the body through these
applications.
(Q) Will she ever regain her sight completely?
(A) ALMOST, will those conditions that PRODUCE the pressure
be removed.
(Q) What in particular is the cause of her condition?
(A) This has been told. Poor elimination gradually builded
as to make pressures, PRODUCING - then - sedimentary
conditions that found lodgement in the system.
Do as we have given, and at the end of the first period of
the sweat baths - we would give further instructions.
We are through for the present.
Copy to Husband [5544]
Copy to Ass'n office
Copy to Research Department
Copy to Cayce Hospital
BACKGROUND
1/12/31 Husband submitted questions - see 1083-1. [He also
submitted questions for his own reading, stating he had
been unemployed for some time.]
REPORTS
1/20/31 Husband [
5544]'s letter: "...In the reading of
Mrs. [
1083] [1083-1, Par. 6], you refer to 'sweats'. Just
how would you suggest that these be taken. Will appreciate
if you would advise just how to go about it to produce same.
Interviewed Dr. Theodore Berger and the only machine he has
is a Radiant Heat Lamp.
"You may also let me know what the rates are at your
hospital..."
1/27/31 EC's letter: "...Replying to yours of the 20th,
the sweats referred to for Mrs. [
1083] should be from the
bath cabinets for that purpose. As a makeshift, however,
I believe it would be well for you to talk with Dr. Berger
respecting the blanket sweats. I think these would be most
helpful under the existent conditions; that is, if the
cabinet is not available. I am sure that Dr. Berger will
cooperate with you in every way, in seeing that she gets all
the treatments that will be most helpful to her.
"Just at the present time there is some discussion about
our hospital, so that patients are not being taken right
at this time. A little bit later it may be possible to
arrange for Mrs. [
1083] to take treatments here. Of course,
the institution is equipped for practically every form
of treatment that has been suggested in the readings
throughout the years. In this particular character of
treatment, in the hydrotherapy room, we have several kinds
of sweat cabinets or baths. I believe, however, that
Dr. Berger can arrange these blanket sweats for
Mrs. [
1083]..." [
1/26/31 Husband's letter crossed in the
mail.]
2/20/31 EC's letter: "...I haven't meant to be so negligent
in replying to yours of January 26th. I have been attempting
to have some definite information for you respecting
treatments at the institution here. Owing to the
differences and the financial strains that have arisen among
some of the members of the Board, they haven't been
accepting patients in the Cayce Hospital recently. There is
to be a meeting of this Board on the 26th, and some decision
will possibly be made at that time respecting this. If you
will write me again then, if you are still interested, I
will be able to give you more definite information.
However, I am sure the delay is rather exasperating to you,
when you consider the type of style of work this is supposed
to be; but if I can be of any service to you regarding the
treatments in New York (which I'm sure you can arrange in
some way) I'll be very glad to do anything I can..."
2/27/31 Husband's letter invited EC to meet and talk with him
when next coming to New York, saying: "So far nothing much
has been done as I will explain when seeing you."
3/07/31 EC wrote that he was in New York on
2/26/31 for one
day but didn't have the opportunity to call on any of his
friends.
3/11/31 GD's letter to the husband [
5544] re a Mrs. [
4106]
whom he had referred for a reading: "...We received an
application and check for Mrs. [
4106] made out to the
Association of National Investigators. On February 26 the
Association was dissolved by the Board of Trustees of that
organization and we have had to write Mrs. [
4106] to that
effect. We will be very glad to make an appointment for her
at an early date. It will only be necessary for her to send
us another check made out to Mr. Cayce personally, or to
cash. Hoping that you will explain the situation to them,
and that we may be of service," I am sincerely, Secretary to
Mr. Cayce
12/06/35 Husband [
5544] requested a second reading for his
wife: "Will indeed be grateful to you if you will try and
hurry this reading along as quickly as you can and accept
the enclosed amount in payment. Am hoping at some future
time to be financially able to do better. Mrs. [
1083] will
be ready at any time you set for it..."
12/19/35 EC gave the second reading -
1083-2.
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