This Psychic Reading given by Edgar Cayce at his home on Arctic Crescent, Virginia Beach, Va., this 5th day of June, 1938, in accordance with request made by the self - Mr. [1497], Associate Member of the Ass'n for Research & Enlightenment, Inc.

Present: Edgar Cayce; Gertrude Cayce, Conductor; Gladys Davis, Steno. Mr. [1497] and Edgar E. Cayce.

TEXT

1. EC: Yes, we have the body, the enquiring mind - mentally, materially - of [1497], present in this room. Also we have the information that has been given respecting associations and connections, together with the activities that have been and are a part of the experience of the entity in relation to that which has been indicated.
2. As to the preparation and carrying on in the present relationships, as counsellor or advisor in conditions and relationships, we find:
3. From not only the very activity in which the entity has been engaged, but from the abilities and the possibilities - as these are known, as there is made the awareness of same by the actions and activities of the entity - there will be sought advice and counsel from the entity in relationship to problems and projects of the various natures that deal with the fields of activity in which the entity has prepared itself for service; in its study, in its applications throughout the experiences thus far in the material sojourns.
4. These then will of themselves offer the channels, and the application of self in the directions through these will bring those necessary means, funds, for the carrying on of the obligations; not only in a greater way and manner as has been indicated would be a possibility, but there will gradually come about opportunities - as changes arise in administrative forces of the government - for activities in relationships to others, other nations and other activities for their problems; not only in conditions and relationships and preparations as to the economic reactions but as for the progressive forces in their relationships to others.
5. How then, is the question, is this to be brought about in the experience of the entity?
6. Let it be known, then, in those circles through which the activities are sought, as to the abilities the body-entity offers. Let it be KNOWN that the body is open for propositions, for conditions wherein the body-entity may give the advice and counsel necessary to not only make same practical but applicable in the experience of others - in bringing into being the activities of individual things in all their varied forms.
7. These as we find are the manners, the ways.
8. Go ahead with these in that same attitude which has been given the entity. Know this, and never forget it, that: It is the spirit with which a thing is said that carries the force or power.
9. Then, what is the motivating force that impels? If it is fear, if it is self-exaltation - these will bring near the same results; failures!
10. If it is that self IS a channel through which the greater service may be rendered thy fellow man, then those natural results follow.
11. Remember, ever, that the Creative Forces or God giveth the increase.
12. Then let it be given, let it be known, let it be spread abroad with the SPIRIT not merely of good fellowship, not merely of abilities par excellent, but rather with the spirit of helpfulness. And it will, AS the very activities of self are expended, attract (as in the first principles, that are known to self); it will draw that which IS constructive in its experience!
13. Ready for questions.
14. (Q) What advantage can be attained by my association with Allen A. Canton, an inventor, whose Laboratory is at 461 Fourth Ave., Room 404, N.Y.C., and whose home is at 55 Central Park W., Apt. 13c, N.Y.C.?
    (A) As we find, this offers channels wherein activities - for conditions that are of a beneficial nature to individual conditions - may be aided in gaining, then, the connections, the developing of the project itself; and its associations and connections bring those developments that would be a boon to those who are IN the condition where such applications may aid.
15. (Q) Do the inventions of Canton provide the specific field for financial returns to me which I should now pursue?
    (A) In part, yes. Not that it is all to be entrusted in this individual field, or depended upon. But these offer fields where there WILL be the return.
16. (Q) A list of certain inventions of Canton's is now submitted which have been intrusted to my efforts to introduce to business and industry. Please comment on each of these, as they are named, regarding their value, importance and patentability: (a) An air-conditioning device for buses, taxicabs and automobiles, - producing cooled air by thermal transfer of exhaust gases.
    (A) This is both patentable and practical, and will be a boon to humanity!
17. (Q) (b) A similar device for homes and apartments, combined with central heating apparatus.
    (A) Portions of this will have to be worked out further, as we find. Practical, but much of these in these connections have been covered in patents by other organizations. But these may be able to be worked out. They should be, though, considered a long time before any great expenditures are involved.
18. (Q) (c) A similar type of device for keeping refrigerator freight cars cooled, instead of by natural ice.
    (A) This is very well, and may be patentable; and may be carried to the extent where it would become a valuable asset not only to humanity as a whole but more particularly to the shippers or consignors of same in such activities.
19. (Q) (d) A low-cost, portable, electric air-conditioner for cooling and ventilating rooms in homes, apartments, hospitals, hotels and offices, - to sell for one-third of the cost of present equipment.
    (A) This is very well, but again there will come the rub as to it being covered in other patents. It is well if it can be applied with those same things already covered in the patents, or even through the same channels.
20. (Q) (e) A static or noise suppressing device for radio sets.
    (A) This we do not find wholly practical. But we would work on it from that angle as we have indicated [See [2492] series given by EC in 1924.], using between the incoming current and the ground a semi-tube in which there are the discs upon the filament itself, which would make the modifications. Thus we can cut the static, make for the greater receptivity and for the clearness of same in its principle and activity.
21. (Q) (f) A sanitary electric razor, low in cost and preventing the scattering of skin scales and hair shearings.
    (A) Most practical, and can be made so as to be marketable - and the advance in these fields is opening.
22. (Q) (g) A device for cleaning oil in the crank case of an automobile at service stations, within sight of the car owner, to prevent adding clean, fresh oil to unclean, diluted oil.
    (A) Most practical, and will revolutionize the activities in this particular direction - if perfected and carried through.
23. (Q) (h) A stereoscopic motion picture camera.
    (A) This as we find, for its practicability, will necessitate some changes; though there are so many patents in such fields of activity that it may become questionable under at least six more years - and then it would be out of line with the things that are going to be presented. But this is worth keeping, and working on.
24. (Q) (i) A new process for making colored motion picture film.
    (A) This still requires a great deal more to be added, as we find, for a full practicability. For these have been covered also in MANY ways, which would necessitate the combination of this with others already using such.
25. (Q) (j) An electric, superfluous hair remover.
    (A) Most practical, and one that would find - eventually - ready sale.
26. (Q) (k) A radio, television projector.
    (A) Lot of work to be done here, but worthy of consideration - and the field is still open!
27. (Q) Which of these inventions should be exploited first for the greatest good and most important results to all concerned?
    (A) The first offers the quickest or fastest money, if that is what is sought; and, of course, is beneficial to the public itself.
    However, those as related to the home and the activities in same would make for the greater FIELD of activity, as we find.
28. (Q) Will the lack of operating models be a deterrent in negotiations for the sale of these inventions and, if so, can the obstacle be readily overcome without the investment in models?
    (A) In some it can be overcome. In some others, it will require that there be the models - to show their practicability in activity in relationships to the conditions or the work to be accomplished.
29. (Q) Which particular invention will bring the quickest financial return to me in order to safeguard the material security of my family and self?
    (A) As indicated. Bus, cab; and the activities there.
30. (Q) Does the contract now being prepared between myself and Canton provide fairness and protection to both?
    (A) As we find, this is very well.
31. (Q) Is the Technical Research Products Corporation the right set-up with which to prosecute this work?
    (A) There are many things to be considered with association here, and individuals into whose hands much of this would be entrusted.
    As we find, as a whole - very well. As to some individuals associated or connected with same, this is well to be looked into; and to be careful and know that all ARE protected as they proceed with the developments and the experiments on portions of these.
    As for the organization itself, very well.
32. (Q) Is the ideal right, and in line with my immediate material progress for me to be the engineering and business intermediary for having these and other inventions manufactures and marketed?
    (A) This is well; and will be in keeping with what has been indicated as to the connections, and as to the abilities to direct the affairs, in the activities with those of other organizations or GOVERNMENTS also.
33. (Q) Is the principle just and right of requiring those companies, interested in these inventions, to pay substantial sums in order to assure the acceptance of their importance and to assure their being vigorously pushed?
    (A) This is CORRECT.
34. (Q) Is such a policy both wise and feasible?
    (A) As just given, it is correct; and is feasible - and should be insisted upon.
35. (Q) To what extent can I expect help and active participation from each of the following men, as they are named: David E. Kahn, 206 Lexington Ave., N.Y.
    (A) In so far as the abilities of the individual lie. So far as financial, not a great deal. As for enthusiasm, a great deal! As to the business acumen and as to different connections, fine! But as to the abilities to close a deal, not so well!
36. (Q) Lewis L. Clarke, 135 Broadway, N.Y.
    (A) Very enthusiastic in the beginning, but will necessitate that it be kept up - or there will be lagging in the activities in all directions.
37. (Q) Henry J. Fuller, 40 Wall St. (30th floor) and 1035 Fifth Ave., N.Y.
    (A) As we find, in dependability - most excellent! and with the abilities for connections; and financial assistance and direction may be had through this association and connection.
38. (Q) Claude A. Kress, 114 Fifth Ave., N.Y.
    (A) Very well in all cooperative forces, so far as the abilities lie.
39. (Q) Milton W. Harrison, 110 East 42nd St., N.Y.
    (A) Enthusiasm and activity, and associations and connections - very, very good. And in those connections we will find these will gradually GROW; that is, the very ACTIVITIES, the very DEPENDABILITY will make for growth in associations in other directions also.
40. (Q) Julius Kahn, Vice-President of Republic Steel Corp., Cleveland, O.
    (A) Very enthusiastic in the beginnings; but if there are any reverses, watch for trouble!
41. (Q) Thomas J. Watson, 590 Madison Ave. and 778 Park Ave., N.Y.C. (now in Europe).
    (A) Cooperation in all the directions necessary, or as needed for what may be termed the ATTITUDES - as WELL as the financial assistance and aids in whatever may be undertaken.
42. (Q) Is there any other person, in a significant position to help me materially, with whom I should contact?
    (A) These would be rather developments as the conditions progress with the undertakings.
43. (Q) Is the invention called the Static or Noise Suppressor for Radio Sets necessary or of important significance to David E. Kahn's progress with Brunswick Radio?
    (A) As indicated, this as we find will need some perfection - and in the manner indicated [[2492] series?] it may be made more valuable to all Radio reception.
44. We are through for the present.

    Copy to Self
    Copy to Ass'n file

BACKGROUND

1. See 1497-3.
2. 6/01/38 Mr. [257]'s letter: "[1497] spent a whole morning and 4 hours last night - he will send for a reading at once - it will be very interesting."
3. 6/01/38 Mr. [1497]'s wire: "What period can you reserve for me on vital questions developing out of my new work?"

REPORTS

1. 6/07/38 [1497]'s letter to EC:
   Dear Mr. Cayce:-
   I cannot express my gratitude for the visit I had with you all on Sunday. I have returned with heart and courage to carry on - but mostly with the consciousness of the BEST way to do it.
   I feel that you were given to talk to me Sunday morning in class - at least what I took away was a definite message.
   The information given was of value - because - while it was practical it did not depart from the most important feature embodied in the solution to all my problems - all of any body's problems for that matter.
   I want you to know the joy I feel in having witnessed and minded some of the spiritual values with which you and your work are involved. Would I succeed in becoming an instrument to express it. I can give it thankful credit to this wonderful channel with which you are blessed - as a living proof that the Lord provides.
   Please thank Mrs. Cayce sincerely for me for her kindly hospitality [GD's note: GC invited him to have Sunday dinner with us.]. Mrs. [...], was in the hope that when next you are here - we will have the privilege of entertaining you.
   With warm regards to all of you including Hugh, Edgar and Gladys.
   Sincerely [1497]
2. 6/22/38 See 1497-6 regarding static eliminator mentioned in Par. 20-A and 43-A.
3. 7/25/38 See 1497-7 regarding static eliminator.
4. 8/31/38 He obtained a second Physical Reading - See 1497-8.
5. 10/14/38 See 1497-9 regarding static eliminator. 10/22/38 Letter [1497-9, Par. R2] reporting on that reading also submitted questions for a Ck. Life Reading.
6. 10/28/38 See 1497-10.

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