(Q) Has the subject [
1097] acted wisely in selecting one
[...] as his business associate in Accounting and Auditing
business in ...?
(A) In considering such an association, especially with the
connections, the abilities, the faults as well as virtues
of one in such a capacity, it is much like choosing a mate.
These conditions as we find of themselves might be questioned
but when all conditions are considered as we find this may
be worked out to the advantage of all concerned. And then,
it may be called a wise choice. There needs, then, to be
due consideration given as to the abilities, as to the
activities of each; and these considered wisely, and worked,
and working together as a unit may make for the success
from every angle.
Consider not just how much may be charged for such a service
but as to how well, with the abilities of each, such a
service can be made for those who will be found to be in the
varied phases of their own experience.
Thus may the organization come to be known as one that may
not only be relied upon to serve in the varied capacities
as set forth in the organization but that may be helpful
in counsel, in advice as respecting the varied securities,
the varied expanses and liabilities and assets of varied
natures that such a capacity offers to the group.
This done, and this considered, as we find, this will make
for a very not only unusual but a very much worth while
organization.
That there are some weaknesses, some tendencies on the part
of [...] to indulge in associations and in activities that
to [
1097] have been questioned is true. But if these are
builded as conditions that are as experiences that worry,
that create slights, unkind things said and thought, then
they will build barriers. But advise and counsel well one
with another. For there ARE to [...] also shortcomings in
[
1097]'s demeanor.
Then counsel oft together. Have definite periods for
advisory meetings as one with another. And when there is
the forming of policies as respecting the handling of the
varied characters of accounts that naturally arise in such
a business, adhere to that as is set as the manner of
activity and then leave these in their proper sphere.
In [
1097]'s associations there are affiliations in financial
circles, as in associations and clubs that are more of the
social order of groups; just as in [...]'s associations there
are social connections through which many accounts may be
created through same being used properly - with the two
connections or affiliations being combined in a proper sphere
and a manner. Not used as advantageous positions but rather
as in a manner where the services of the organization or
company can be presented in a way and manner as to be most
helpful to all whom the organization or company may solicit
or may aid in creating a better environment for contacting
firms and groups that they are led to become associated with
in their activity.
(Q) How should the firm of ... & Co., Accountants and
Auditors, proceed to advertise their business to insure
better results?
(A) Along those lines as has been indicated, as well as
advertising in that way and manner as is considered to be
of an ethical manner for such organizations. Do not stress
that individuals may be saved this or that by using this
company for the preserving of tax assessments, but rather
that the advice and counsel may be had that will be in
keeping with that which will enable each and every one to
make an accounting, for whom the accounting and checking may
be done. And these will make for possibly a little slower
method but so much safer, so much more secure, so much more
active in a broader, better field of service.
(Q) What firm should this auditing firm approach in Dallas,
Ft. Worth, Houston, San Antonio, and other large Texas cities
in their endeavor to book business for this fall and winter,
especially as to Income Tax Returns?
(A) In those fields and connections as is grouped with each,
[
1097], [...], in their connections through the very channels
or manners as indicated. These then will include, to be
sure, any and all institutions and groups or associations
or organizations that have not had or do not already have
their regular routine for such a service. And included would
be many of those institutions that make for such an audit by
this organization that they are referred to by state, county
and national organizations as worthy of being considered by
any organization needing the service of such auditing.
(Q) Would it be advantageous for the firm of ... & Co.
to open a real estate and a rental department in connection
with their auditing and accounting business?
(A) This may be an outgrowth. And if there is the service
given in the various audits or various groups that are of
the nature as indicated, this would naturally come as an
outgrowth of such an organization. But this would require
that ONE of the individuals, preferably [...], give
practically his entire time to that phase of the service.
Hence as we find the preparation or the building up to such
would be well, and this begun after the close of the greater
part of audits for Income Tax, after March or April of the
coming year.
(Q) Will it be possible for the said [
1097] to sell or trade
his home in ..., Texas, to an advantage during this fall or
winter?
(A) This to be sure would depend much upon many
circumstances. If the associations that are being made and
have been made and will be made are such that this would be
advantageous to the rest of the family, then it would be
well to consider doing such. If this is changed to work
a hardship, would not.
(Q) The said [
1097] owns a sandy land farm near Joshua,
Texas, and has owned same for several years. Is this land
a good oil prospect or is it advisable to sell same when a
good offer is made?
(A) It is good oil prospect, as has been given as respecting
this whole district. We would NOT sell same.
We are through.
Copy to Self
Copy to Ass'n file
BACKGROUND
See
1097-5 on
1/07/36 and subsequent correspondence.
8/22/36 He submitted questions.
REPORTS
9/19/36 [
1097]'s ltr. to EC:
..., Texas
Dr. Edgar Cayce,
Virginia Beach, Va.
My dear friend:
I have your letter of the 9th and very much regret to learn
that at that time you were not feeling so good in health.
I certainly hope by this time you have cause to be in better
spirits and are in the prime of health.
Have received the reading, which I should have acknowledged
ere this. I believe the same will prove of much advantage
and I certainly appreciate your kindness. I trust that I
will be in a position at some future date to otherwise
demonstrate my appreciation in the way of making a
worthwhile contribution to the great cause you are serving
and in which you are the prime factor. Certainly your work
is marvelous and is most worthy of high recognition
financially and otherwise.
However, my dear friend believe me, in saying that I have no
finances to speak of at the present time, therefore, am
unable to help in this regard as I would like. Have made
no real money for the past two years and have just gotten by
in making a living. I believe I will accomplish something
here in ... and am making an earnest effort to that end, but
it takes time to build any business where it involves a
stranger, friends and acquaintances yet to be made. When
the time arrives I want you to know that it is my purpose to
contribute something to the great work you are performing
for humanity.
I observe that the tropical storm out of the Atlantic has
struck at Virginia Beach. Certainly hope it did you and
yours no damage and that you are none the worse off.
I experienced one of these storms during Sep't. 1933 at
Harlingen, Texas. It came out of the Gulf and lasted for
more than 24 hours, the town of some 10,000 population was
all but wiped out and me with it, but I escaped with my life
and only a few scratches. Harlingen you know is in the Rio
Grande Valley, the fruit belt. I was there at the time
working out a busted bank for the Banking Department - never
had such an experience in all my life.
Write me when you can. I am always happy to hear from you
and want you to know that I am much interested in your
general welfare.
Please supply me with friend [
257]'s address and let me know
how he is getting along.
With best wishes and personal regards, believe me always,
Your good friend, [
1097]
9/18/37 He requested a Physical Reading, saying he had been
laid up the past 7 months, having had a stroke of paralysis
(right side). He dictated the letter. See
1097-7 on
9/25/37.
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