This psychic reading given by Edgar Cayce at his home on Arctic Crescent, Virginia Beach, Va., this 14th day of April, 1938, in accordance with request made by the brother - Mr. [...] Associate Member of the Ass'n for Research & Enlightenment, Inc.

Present: Edgar Cayce; Gertrude Cayce, Conductor; Gladys Davis, Steno. Mr. [1455].

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1. EC: Yes, we have the body here, [1455]; this we have had before.
2. As we find, there are some reactory measures and influences, yet the conditions are much better than when first we had same.
3. Owing to the very nature and character of the disturbances, we find there have been tendencies for the reverting to old disturbances - from poisons not being eliminated from the system, and from some indiscretions in the diet and the physical activity. These as combined with the natural inclinations have made for some disturbances through the system.
4. First, as we find, we would have at least three to six deep adjustments, osteopathically given, especially as related to the stirring of the organs of eliminations; the liver and the kidneys - and then the general adjustments as related to the circulation to the upper portion of the body; that is, through the throat, the head and through the activities of the vagus system.
5. Do these, then, as combined with those directions that have been indicted as to the diet and the physical activities; and with the special care for the throat and gums with the use of the Ipsab and as a massage as well as (weakened) a gargle. And we should find the conditions becoming much nearer to normal.
6. We would keep the eliminations in the proper direction by the occasional use of the CRC tablets - calomel, rhubarb and colocynth in the proportions prepared in the CRC tablets. Take these occasionally, so that the stimulation to the gastric flow and to the activity of the liver and hepatic circulation may keep the conditions towards normalcy. We would take these whenever there is the inclination for the eliminations to NOT be as full or as regular as necessary to relieve the disturbances. Or, after a day or two, when the body finds there are the scant eliminations; or that there is the sluggish, heavy feeling, then take one of the pellets, see? and we will find we will keep the eliminations more normal.
7. Ready for questions.
8. (Q) Is the Wet Cell Appliance and carriers in good condition? [See 1455-1, Par. 19, indicating Wet Cell later.] If not, give information that will aid in putting them in the necessary condition?
   (A) The connection that pass through the Solution should be in one continuous HOLLOW wire, if it is possible. To be sure, the solid lead will act as a conductor when built up, but is much less effective than the regular hollow tubing.
   Keep the connections to the plates intact; that is, without short-circuiting; and keep the plates polished and clean. And with these will be found aid in building resistances in the system.
9. (Q) Why is it that I cannot breathe properly through my nose and what shall I do to relieve same?
   (A) As indicated, this is because of those inclinations through the nerve directions to the sensory forces. And when particular attention in the adjustments and treatments is given to the upper circulation for the throat and head, these effects should disappear.
10. (Q) What is the cause of the irritation in my nose and how may I relieve same?
    (A) Slowed circulation, and the effect of poisons generally in the system. At times the use of an inhalant will be most effective, though this at times (and don't let this work upon the mind!) may appear for the moment to make the breath shorter! but will purify and cleanse the mucous membranes, by using this as not a spray but the inhaling of the FUMES from same through the nostrils and into the throat. Prepare in this manner:
    To 4 ounces of Pure Grain Alcohol (at least 85%, or that strength), in preferably a glass-corked container that is twice the size of the solution (or a 6 to 8 ounce container), add - in th ORDER NAMED:

    Oil of Eucalyptus.................15 minims,
Compound Tincture of Benzoin......10 minims,
Rectified Oil of Turp..............5 minims,
Rectified Creosote.................3 minims,
Tolu in Solution..................20 minims.

    When ready to use, shake the solution - then take out the cork and inhale the fumes in one nostril by holding the other and drawing deep. Then cork and shake again, and inhale in the other side - or the other nostril. Then wait a few minutes - two or three - and shake again (of course, keeping it corked when not using), then inhale into the throat as you would smoke, see? not the solution, just the fumes that rise from same. This will tend to make for a relieving of irritation through the mucous membranes.
11. (Q) Have my sweat baths been taken properly, if not how may I improve on same?
    (A) At times these have been very well; at others they have been sort of a hit or miss. But be rather consistent in following those directions indicated, and do not get too cold before being sponged or showered off.
12. (Q) What is the condition of the ruptured portion of my body and would it be wise to wear a truss?
    (A) Be very well, if properly fitted.
13. (Q) Has the work that I have been doing been against the body?
    (A) Rather we find that the reactions are more from the indiscretions in eating, and then overstrain in those directions; not being consistent; that is, not being REGULAR in the eating and in the activities.
    Do these things. These followed a little closer, we will find the improvements will return and the other disturbances and the effects of same will not bother so.
14. (Q) At what time and place did I contact the poison that has so affected my body?
    (A) In using a spray of some kind of paint, apparently on a wagon!
15. (Q) Have I had proper eliminations from my bowels in order to carry off the poisons?
    (A) As indicated, there have NOT been the proper eliminations. Hence those things indicated. You see, there are a great many more drosses or poisons that must be eliminated than ordinary, because of the activities within the system. Hence the use of the sweats, the rubs or manipulations and the general activities as indicated to produce excess eliminations.
    Hence in the first three or four of the manipulations that should be given now, these should be directed to the activity of the liver and the hepatic circulation.
    Do these and as we find we will make for the better conditions with this body, [1455].
16. We are through with this Reading.

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BACKGROUND

1. See 1455-2 on 12/11/37 advising continued treatment for gingivitis, etc.

REPORTS

1. 6/07/38 Reply to Questionnaire:
   OSTEOPATHIC Report to ASSOCIATION FOR RESEARCH AND ENLIGHTENMENT, INC. Virginia Beach, Virginia
   Date of Readings: Oct. 14, Dec. 11, 1937 Case No.: 1455-1, & Apr. 14, 1938. 1455-2, 1455-3.
   Note: As a research organization we are endeavoring to make a thorough study of psychic information in relation to human ailments. We will deeply appreciate your cooperation in securing a thorough report on this case.
   Name: [1455]
   (1) (a) Did the Reading presented to you describe the condition of the patient? (b) Explain any variation. (c) Give technical diagnosis. (a) Yes. (b) [No response] (c) Metabolic deficiency - Colonic stasis - Idiopathic gingivitis.
   (2) Were the suggestions for treatment in your opinion proper for this condition? Good.
   (3) For what period of time has the patient followed directions given in the Reading under your care? I am not certain.
   (4) What results have you observed? Considering the irregularity of treatments results have been very good.
   (5) Comment. [No response]
   Date: June 7, 1938 Signed: M. L. Richardson
   (We will appreciate it if you will include a technical analysis of your findings.)
2. 7/29/57 GD's note: His brother, Mr. [1467] told me that [1455] followed the treatment and the condition cleared entirely. Only recently has [1455] gotten a partial bridge.
3. 9/03/79 Mr. [1455] died in his home. GD.

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