This psychic reading given by Edgar Cayce at the office of the Association, Arctic Crescent, Virginia Beach, Va., this 28th day of October, 1942, in accordance with request made by the self - Mrs. [1770], Associate Member of the Ass'n for Research & Enlightenment, Inc.

Present: Edgar Cayce; Gertrude Cayce, Conductor; Gladys Davis, Steno.

TEXT

1. GC: You will give the physical condition of this body at the present time, with suggestions for further corrective measures; answering the questions, as I ask them:
2. EC: Yes, we have the body here, [1770]; this we have had before.
3. As we find, conditions are very good in many respects. There are some inclinations regarding which warnings might be given that would be most beneficial for the body.
4. In the present activities of the body there are naturally those strains upon the limbs and the lower torso.
5. When the body is ready to retire of evening, we would have a good, warm or hot bath, and then massage the limbs - from the feet and ankles to the body - with Peanut Oil; and across the small or lower portion of the back also, at the top of the pelvic bone. This will not only rest the body but will aid in strengthening the body-activities, and make for bettered conditions.
6. We find that the diets need consideration. There would be a helpful or beneficial effect from the body taking the tonic that carries the B-1 vitamins, the iron and the G vitamin. This particular type of combination is excellent. With the alteration that has been made in the Codiron, there is not the assimilation of the type of iron that is processed in same. Hence we would find that the combination of the vitamins in the "Enrich" as a tonic would be well, if there is the adding in the diet of those things such as the black fig, the activities of prunes and all of such natures. These added to some of those activities as may be taken will be found to be more beneficial. Hence if "Enrich" is taken with such foods added in the diet, it will be more efficient for the body than the supplementing of the diet with other vitamin preparations. Do not overtake same, but only as a tonic; adding to the diet such foods as the black figs, dates, prunes, grapes, and things of that nature - and of course the yolk of an egg at least once daily.
7. The head and neck exercise will be beneficial, - just about a minute of morning on arising, and at night before retiring; that is, one, two, three movements to the front, the same to the back, to the side, the other side, and then a circular motion to the right, to the left, see?
8. This would be more consistent if there were a variation in the type of lights under which the body works; that is, more of a flood light, or daylight.
9. These we would do, and keeping those precautions that have been indicated.
10. Ready for questions.
11. (Q) Would Alimentone help to decrease the mucous in my system?
    (A) Alimentone is very good. Innerclean is also very good. We find that Alimentone, especially with those fruits or dried fruits, would be well.
12. (Q) Should I have my eyes examined for stronger glasses? do present reading glasses need changing?
    (A) Glasses need changing, but we would change lights more than we would glasses.
13. (Q) What causes eyes to feel tired and hot?
    (A) Just as indicated, the character of the light used, - the shadows and shades that come from the character of lighting.
14. (Q) What is condition of my blood stream now?
    (A) As indicated, this is very good, though precautions should be taken for better eliminations through alimentary canal and the keeping of the better circulation in the lower portion of the extremities and through torso itself. The outlines given should take care of these.
15. (Q) Glandular system?
    (A) Very good.
16. (Q) Nervous system?
    (A) There is a strain owing to the stress between the deeper nerve force, or the central nervous system, and the superficial nerve system; from the eyes as well as from long standing.
17. (Q) What causes nerve pain below shoulder blades on right side of spine?
    (A) This is a part of those disturbances from the digestive forces. A little fat, here, needs to be taken; especially as from butterfat or dairy products. [See 1770-7, Par. R2.]
18. (Q) Would you give suggestions for the dryness of my skin? What should be used on my dry, rough hands?
    (A) Use the Peanut Oil, as indicated, and we will find this will change the whole condition of the skin in a little while. Should there become any disturbance or prickling from same, add a small quantity of Lanolin (dissolved) - a teaspoonful, or half a teaspoonful to four ounces.
19. (Q) Is Tam, the laxative I'm now taking, harmful in any way?
    (A) Tam is very good. Its base, of course, is Senna, - and it is less habit forming than most laxatives.
20. (Q) Any other suggestions?
    (A) Keep the spiritual attitudes and attunements to the Creative Forces, to keep a normal balance through the body.
21. We are through with this Reading.

    Copy to Self
    Copy to Ass'n file

BACKGROUND

1. See 1700-6 on 5/19/42 and subsequent correspondence.
2. Mrs. [1770] had been working nights in Post Office, under bad light, on feet for hours; eyestrain, nervousness.
3. 10/24/42 She asked about "Enrich" which local Health Center had suggested instead of Codiron, as it has iron, liver, and Vitamin B.

REPORTS

1. See subsequent correspondence.
2. GD's note: [In re 1770-7, Par. 17-A] Years later Mrs. [1770] told me that prior to the time she obtained 1770-6 and 1770-7 she had been dieting to reduce and left off all fats, including butter. After being warned in 1770-6 about fad diets, and in 1770-7 about leaving off butter, she forever after never failed to have butter on her morning toast, at least.
3. 11/16/42 [1770]'s letter to EC:
   My dear Edgar:-
   Thank you so much for the prompt delivery of the Reading of Oct. 28th. I'm feeling so much better - with the exception of my eyes. The lighting system in that hundred year old Terminal Building is antiquated & harmful, but a sub - or "temporary employee" can do little about it. We are asked to work in a place where the dust of ages has accumulated - and we get so dirty & inhale the black dust - but I console myself with the knowledge that I don't have to remain there forever.
   I had to smile, where the Reading suggested, "that butter fat or dairy products needs to be taken." For I haven't eaten any butter for months. Thought it was one way of keeping my weight down. The peanut oil is being used nightly, & you can picture the both of us, with our white cotton gloves on, "going to our slumbers."
   We've been having two days of driving rain - and I'm fighting a cold. Everyone at the Terminal has a cold - if I can escape, I'll consider myself fortunate.
   Please give [2072] our love the next time you talk to, or see her. She is one of the sweetest persons I've ever met. How is [1861] coming along, is his eyesight improving all the time?
   We hope that you have recovered from your cold - and that the weather has improved so that you can get out of doors. Seven days of bad weather is quite a dose.
   Do tell me some of the "funny things that have happened about the baby." You won't make yourself a bore - and I'm truly interested. It's all so wonderful and strange to me - that a soul wishing to return to earth plane, must spend so many SEEMINGLY long years - as a babe & a child - starting all over anew - & still some babes seem to be fountains of wisdom. The relationship between you & your grandson will be an interesting adventure. I'd like five copies of the book, "A Search For God." It will make a splendid Christmas gift to those who are sympathetic. We are looking forward to our copies of "There Is A River." From what you wrote to [1771] - you are busy signing "your autograph" in each copy - that must be a chore!!!
   I've wondered what your reaction would be to a "Trumpet Cycle." A Reverend Betty Keyes gives them every Friday evening & a friend invited me to go with her. I never sat in such BLACKNESS in my whole life. We sat in a circle. Mrs. Keyes weighs about 350 lbs. but has a sweet lovely face. She is very natural & normal - & just sits before a card table, upon which the trumpet rests. We sing hymns & suddenly a voice speaks which is Mrs. Keyes' guide - an Indian child named "Moonlight". She greets everyone & is introduced to all newcomers. (She loved the name of [1770]) Then a voice spoke from the trumpet, which seemed to come near the ceiling - the voice of Dr. Favor or Dr. Flavor. He seemingly has charge of the group of people who wish to speak to their loved ones. He is a cultured gentleman & some how his words rang true. Strangely enough, I had no feeling of faking or spookiness - and I believe that she is a true Trumpet medium.
   [1771] has sat in to the meetings & she feels the same way as I do about Mrs. Keyes. Her Daddy came to her - as did my mother - my husband & [1771]'s grandmother. Her Daddy thanked me for what I had done, but I assured him he had a hand in prompting me to do what I did.
   It's a strange gift - and it seems to bring great comfort to some.
   "Teddy Roosevelt came thru & he said he was close to Franklin D. & that we were going to have a great fight on our hands."
   My husband [...] said he was busy on the Russian front, helping those many souls who were coming over. Of course I cannot attend any more meetings - as I am working.
   Let me know what you think of it all. Love to you - one & all & greet your Grand Son for me.
   [1770]
4. 11/20/42 EC's letter to [1770]:
   Dear [1770]:
   Glad to have yours of the 16th and to know you are feeling better, hope you keep it up. Too bad about the lights - seems to me they should be able to do something about that even if it is in an old building - and only a temporary place - they should not let people injure their eyesight like that. Guess you had done with out that kind of fat long enough and needed just what elements one gets from same. Peanut oil used regularly will prevent one ever having arthritis am told, don't know of any one to whom it has been given but who hasn't begun to use it in many ways - am told it is a most excellent oil to fry fish in if one eats them that way.
   Hope you over came the cold without its getting a hold on you - am much better myself but have a bit of a cough but am getting a hold on that also.
   Think lots of [2072] and [1861], wanted to get up to [...]'s last week end, but company came and couldn't make it. They are lovely people, [1861] is much better, looks better and every thing. Mailing the Books today - thank you for same - am anxious for There Is a River - should be out any day, should have been this week but surely early next week.
   Certainly was a job autographing the book, just hope it may be of help to some - if it accomplishes what it has already in the experience of those who proof read it - will be happy, each have become readers of the Scripture again from same.
   Would certainly like to have been with you at the experience of the Trumpet medium, have seen quite a number, very few that were real to me but some are to be sure, a most interesting experience - where good may be obtained well and good, where such is used for direction - some where it says - "tho an Angel tell you something different from the words of Jesus, believe them not."
   Have had many experiences - and of course believe in materialization - but not for direction - for assurance - yes, when My Mother came to me [March 1934 - while in Arizona, New Mexico] talked with me even tho I was in a New Mexico cattle pasture, and materialized a silver Dollar to prove to me I should not worry about money - but to trust in GOD AND do right - and the money for use would come, I took it as assurance, and has proven so - not as a source of materialization of same. Do you see what I mean? [See noted under 294-161 Reports.]
   Think have seen Mrs. Keyes name listed some where as a trumpet medium. Thanks for telling me about your experience.
   Hope you have a lovely Thanksgiving - think we will be right here - possibly have H. L., Sally and Charles Thomas Taylor with us.
   With love to each of you
   [signed] Edgar Cayce
5. 12/01/42 [1770]'s letter to EC:
   [1771]'s Birthday
   My dear Edgar:-
   We had a happy birthday celebration dinner - for [1771] last evening - had to celebrate the evening before "HER DAY" - as I work this evening; but as the "time," in the east is three hours ahead of us out here - I gave her her gifts a little after 9 P.M.
   She looked so happy and sweet - Bless her heart.
   The Books arrived today in good condition - but I failed to find the bill for them. I've forgotten the price of them - so please let me know.
   I'm enclosing a letter which I received from my cousin [1816] who is taking care of her brother's wife [3080] - who suddenly lost the use of her legs.
   [1816] is Mrs. [...], she has had a Reading (I sent $20.00, to cousin [3080]) for a reading (suggesting you of course.) but as you can see, they have decided to go to the Rev. Elliott - who has the same gift as yours (evidently). Have you heard of her & do you remember Dr. Miller?
   Naturally - I'd prefer to have your Reading and if [3080] does not improve - I'm going to insist upon it.
   Have you heard of Dr. Landone's work - "Brown Landone." He is a wonderful person - over ninety years old - & looks YOUNGER than many a sixty year old. I've attended his lectures - while in N.Y.
   Please return [1816]'s letter - I thought it would be easier for you to read it direct - instead of my copying it.
   Your experiences with your Grand Child is most interesting & wonderful - especially the materialization of the lost pin. Astounding! That's what it is.
   I know you had another wonderful meeting with him on Thanksgiving Day.
   Must prepare my dinner & go off to work. May not keep it up much longer - as I've developed a POUNDING heart - can lie only on my back - for when I turn on my side my heart pounds like a trip hammer. I've been getting to bed at 2 A.M. lately - as there is plenty of work. I've saved enough for my quota of War Bonds - & my Taxes - guess I'll take care of myself after Christmas. Couldn't let them down BEFORE then - for the mail is very heavy. I'm looking forward to "There is a River" & if it arrives in time would like to send it to some friends as a Christmas Gift. How about the chances? You could send it direct to Mass. - rather than sending it way out here - then mailing it east again. Love from us both - to you and yours.
   [1770]
6. 12/05/42 EC's letter to [1770]:
   My Dear [1770]:
   Thanks for your of the 1st - must have been a very happy day for [1771], she should be a very joyous person, born on the 1st of Dec. and am sure she is by nature. Hope you don't over do yourself, don't sound so good your heart giving you trouble like that, but hope that will soon pass over. Thanks for the letter from your cousin [1816], she should be able to get help there and especially if Dr. Miller is giving the treatments - yes have heard of Rev. Elliott, but never met them nor do I know any thing about their work, have of course heard of Mr. Brown Landown [Landone], quite an interesting man, very remarkable man and am sure has done a lot of good.
   Yes - the experiences with this baby - well don't know what to make of them at times, but am sure will have to keep many a one to myself else be thought a bit touched in the head, but wish you might see him he is growing so fine and is beginning to notice and study people as he sees them. Of course am sure a lot is my own imagination, but those he should know he takes special interest in and studying them. And to be sure have enough about us for several to be those he should know - IF and when -
   Be sure and take care of yourself, don't over do it, no use trying to burn candle at both ends - doesn't work so well.
   Glad the books came OK, they all for 1.00 each - there was a bit of delay with the Publishers on "There is a River" but they promised faithfully to mail them the 3rd or the 4th at the latest, haven't seen one as yet but you should get yours by the time you get this letter - Oh yes can mail direct from here for you - will have extra copies here at the office - or so they have promised am anxious to be sure, so are many others that ordered them months ago - and they too want extra copies for Christmas - but wish to see book first.
   Hoping you all the joy in the world for the Holidays. With love [signed] Edgar Cayce
7. 12/28/42 HLC's letter to [1770]:
   Mrs. [1770] Seattle, Washington Dear Mrs. [1770]:
   I hope that you and [1771] had a happy Christmas. We surely had a joyous one - combining book and baby. You should see him (meaning Charles-Thomas). He is a fine, healthy young man and is already the head of the house.
   By this time you have received your copy of THERE IS A RIVER. We were pleased with both the appearance and the contents. I knew the latter, almost by heart, but it is always a surprise to see the finished product.
   There are several things that might be done in Seattle which would be of great help in presenting the trade edition there.
   1. Could you get me the name of the book review editor for the local papers? If possible talk with them if there is any possible natural contact. It is always well to write such people about sending review copies to them. I could have review copies sent with your name on them - that is at request. These come from publishers and are complimentary.
   2. We are having some announcements of the trade edition printed which will be suitable for distribution at groups meetings - before book clubs, theosophical groups, spiritualists groups, Rosicrucian groups, etc. If you could get me the names of the presidents of such local groups it would be a great help. If you could arrange to attend such meetings and talk briefly about the book it would be still a greater help.
   3. There must be some book store that handles psychic books - if it is a nice one they might feature the book in a window. Or if you should by chance know anyone in one of the better book stores the same arrangement might be made.
   Anything you can do along these lines will be of the greatest help.
   It is my feeling that the book is not only a beautiful story of Dad's life, but an important book in the field of psychical research - and I am restraining myself.
   With every good wish for a Happy New Year.
   Sincerely, [signed] HLC
8. 12/31/42 [1770]'s letter to EC:
   Dear Edgar:-
   The New Year is fast approaching - bringing new challenges to each and every one of us - may it bring us also - a deeper understanding - and a realization that His Plan is coming to pass - and that we are all Brothers - and our Brother's Keeper.
   The five copies arrived safely, and are now in the hands of five friends - may they bring to them inspiration and spiritual growth - during the months ahead.
   Pre Christmas days were busy & full. Our small apartment was aglow with candlelight & greens - & soldier boys from Texas - Louisiana - Virginia & even Brooklyn, N.Y. Christmas Eve, [1771] & I had invited six - but the Service Club thought two more wouldn't crowd us - so we had eight. They were such fine boys - all from small towns - a couple of them married - & they had a wonderful time. At 2 a.m. Auntie suggested they might wish to go back to camp, otherwise I believe they would never have given it a thought.
   Great truths will be learned in 1943 - but not without pain & suffering - & we will all share in that.
   The post office was swamped with mail & packages during Christmas week, but it's quite different now. The emergency is over & I believe I will leave my "swing shift job" - rest up awhile, (for I am tired) then seek new fields elsewhere - there must be a niche, which I can fill.
   Charles Thomas Taylor Cayce's card arrived yesterday - it is adorable - & please thank him & his Daddy & Mummie - for remembering us. Thank you & Gertrude too for your cheery Christmas greeting - we are blessed with many friends, who "remember" us at Christmas - I remember the cards you had all over your house, the time we visited you - was it in 1938? Must have been for we have spent four Christmas' on the West Coast.
   I'm enclosing check for the 5 copies of "The Search for God". "There is a River" (2 copies) arrived just at Christmas time, but I must confess I've found hardly a minute for quiet reading. Love the picture of YOU - I want to take it out & frame it - more about it later - when I can read it.
   The enclosed letters speak for themselves, & of our disappointment!! We had a box of the pears sent to us last year & they WERE DELICIOUS & we wanted you & yours to have a taste too. Would you enjoy the apples? I've never tasted them - so can't be sure that they are good, but the pears were exceptional.
   Blessings on you & your great work - & may 1943 bring you added joys in the companionship of your dear Grandson.
   Love to all - from us both [1770]
9. 1/07/43 EC's letter to [1770]:
   Dear [1770]:
   Good to have yours of the 31st - thanks for the enclosure that book - "A Search for God" is gaining in the calls for same right along, so many are using it as a text book in study groups, that was what it was originally planned and seems to be working out nicely.
   When you have read - "There is a River" will be anxious to know what you think not only of how Tom presented it, but the whole as an experience.
   Yes - the New Year brings many a challenge, and we must come to the realization we are our brother's keeper. And such must be manifested to a greater degree possibly this year than ever before in the world's history.
   Lovely of you and [1771] to give such a pleasant evening to the young men of the army and etc. am sure few if any of them will forget it. Was rather quiet here, just about a day before Christmas I took on a very bad cold, and was the 4th before was really able to be about again, didn't even see the Grand-son from Christmas day until yesterday afternoon, he is fine and the happiest little fellow ever saw - is growing so fast, and of course to me every thing about his manner is unusual. Same old story of the doting grand-father.
   Think you should need a bit of rest, wish it was not quite so far and you could drop in here for a few days, so long since we saw you.
   Thought the idea of the little cards was cute - wish you could see the baby.
   Gertrude and I were alone this Christmas - about the first such of our life, neither of the boys home, of course saw H. L. during the day, but were both under the effect of cold. Was certainly remembered by my friends, and the cards were as numerous about the house as ever. Appreciated it and hope enjoyed it as should.
   Am sending you one of the pictures - believe it is the same as in book or quite similar. Too bad about the pears - yes think the apples would be fine if you would care to send them - am sure they are fine.
   Hope you both are fine, and that this year brings you Peace and Joy and all the good things you have sought.
   With thanks and love from all
   [signed] Edgar Cayce
10. 1/26/43 HLC's letter to [1770]:
    Dear Mrs. [1770]:
    Thank you for your letter of January 15th.
    Dad and I just returned from New York where we spent four days. We held two opening meetings which seemed most successful. It was a busy four days.
    Anything you can do regarding the promotion of the book will be appreciated. While in New York I talked with the poeple at Holt's and arranged for the printing of an announcement leaflet which will do admirably for distribution at group meetings. I will appreciate it if you will consider the book in the light of talking about sections that will appeal to specific groups. A few personal remarks about the book at any meeting will bring greater response than just distributing the announcements.
    For example the philosophy section, including the Life Reading explanation, would appeal to Rosicrucians and Theosophists. The early sections containing the visions and experiences with the "little people" would attract the spiritualists.
    It might make it a bit easier to have me write to leaders of groups, if you can get their names, and tell them that you will be in touch with them about the book.
    Regards from all to both you and [1771].
    Sincerely, HLC
11. 2/01/43 [1770]'s letter to EC:
    Seattle, Wash.
    Dear Edgar Cayce:-
    Your picture was a happy surprise to us both - and you've been very close to us ever since - for it's on our desk, where we can almost speak to you - dominating our wee apartment. You are awfully serious - but if I look long enough - I sense a smile very close by. Thanks so very much for sending it to us.
    It seems such a long time since we left the east - but I still feel that I'm on a VACATION. The west is not my permanent home.
    Of course [1771]'s success gives her a feeling - quite different from mine. Her position - as interior decorator, will probably be considered "non essential" by the powers that be, and I'm anxious for her to offer her services to the Navy - possibly working in the drafting or engineering depts. Her reading spoke of working with ships - on the water - under - or OVER the water. The air plane factories and ship building yards right here in Seattle should be able to use her talents. Time will tell - all in good time.
    I know you have been in New York - my friend, [2116] hoped to attend your meetings - but came down with La Grippe - and had to remain in bed. She wrote me. Hope you did not get too tired & that you have thrown off the cold which you had around Christmas time.
    My dear - Reading, "There Is a River," brings you & yours very close to us. How you have been crucified by this spiritual gift! Your own doubts & fears - your hopes & prayers - well, I've suffered them all with you; every one will, who reads it. Mr. Sugrue has written it well, but I feel there is so much more that could be told.
    Is the trade edition really for the public & what will the price be? I'd like to send copies to so many friends - & I'll do what ever I can if Hugh Lynn sends me the announcements of the trade edition. By the way, did the APPLES arrive during your absence? Let me know what condition they were in & if every one was edible? It's the only way I have of checking Harry & David.
    Do tell me about your trip to N.Y. Our love to you & yours - from us both
    [1770]
12. 2/04/43 EC's letter to [1770]:
    My Dear [1770]:
    How are you? the apples came yesterday, they are lovely - don't suppose they grow any where else just like that, never saw such lovely apples, and they are just as good as they are lovely. Thanks many many times very lovely of you to think of us so beautifully.
    Was in N.Y. about the 20th, spent several days there had two meetings one at the Hotel McAlpin the other at Carivan Hall, both were well attended and many people both new and old friends were in to see us, only H. L. and I went - came home to find Miss Gladys ill with the mumps, so haven't been able to take care of any of the appointments we have on hand, and of course several are emergency readings, but hope she will be better soon; feeling just fair myself. Well the Trade edition of the book is out, that is they are sending the copies for reviews, who can we send one to for your paper out there, any one you know of? if so let me know. by the way what do you think of the Book, have you had the chance to read it? be sure and tell me what you think of the way Tom handled the subject, did he spread it on too thick or not?
    Thanks again for the beautiful box of apples, and they are so good, hope you and [1771] are both fine,
    With love from all, (signed) Edgar Cayce
    Baby is fine, and we are looking for the other boy and his wife home for few days next week.
13. 2/08/43 EC's letter to [1770]:
    My Dear [1770]:
    Thanks for yours of the 1st - feel very much honored that my picture should have such an honored place. Glad you liked it.
    Certainly does seem a long time since we saw you, and have missed you every single day of the time, tho at times have felt was almost visiting the places with you, you have written such lovely letters. But will be glad to see you back this way again, and the sooner the better it seems to me, but know you have your own thoughts and work to do in that direction. Is lovely that [1771] has found such agreeable activity, yes, may be changed by the new order of things, but where ever and what ever she undertakes am sure she will do her part well.
    Sorry to hear Miss [2116] was ill while we were there in N.Y. think wrote you something about our meetings there when wrote you day or so ago about the lovely apples, they were every one just beautiful, never saw such apples before, and they have such an excellent taste also, sure do thank you, am saving one or two for Edgar Evans and his wife, expect them home tomorrow he is coming on furlough, haven't seen them in over four months now. Will be glad to see them. The meetings in N.Y. were good in many ways, always good to meet people you have tried to help, and have them tell you of their experience - just thought if some one could have heard what some said to me while there they too would think only half is told in the BOOK. Glad you like the book - the Trade edition goes on sale the 5th of March, the review copies are already out, the price is 3.00 is a very beautiful book in appearance, and are we to judge by what new readers say thus far, it will take very well also. Just hope it has a place, and that a helpful place in the experiences of others then the hardships that have been ours will be as nothing. Hope it has a message of hope, not in me but in HIM who is the Author of FAITH.
    Gave your note to H. L. - thanks very much, expect he will be sending you some data from time to time about the book, was very much touched by what one of the ladies who works at Holt's said to me. She said, "I have been selecting books at Holt's for over 18 years, but never did any thing about one before, this to me the most unusual book of my life. I realize there will be many who will question the book, and will write the publishers what they know personally about how it works - well, will be ready for them - for have had my reading, and am a new person there by, so just let them ask - we are ready". Should feel very much elated am sure, but feel very humble, only pray I may keep in the strait and narrow, many can stand adversity that can't stand popularity - pray for me that I may keep in the strait and narrow should I become popular.
    Thanks again for the apples and every thing, you have been and are just wonderful, thank GOD for letting me know you, and calling you my friend.
    Wish you could see the baby, know you would just eat him up, the cutest thing you ever saw as to how he studies every new face he sees, as have heard some say, he looks right through one.
    Remember me to [1771] and with lots of love for each of you
    Sincerely, [signed] Edgar Cayce
14. 2/21/43 [1770]'s letter to EC:
    My dear Edgar:-
    You are looking out upon me - as I sit at my desk - with a rather quizzical air. I'm wondering what is in your mind - your probably thinking "It's about time I heard from [1770]!" And you are right!
    I know that you and Gertrude have been happy - having Edgar Evans & his wife with you - these furloughs mean so much to us all at this time.
    Loaned my copy of "There is a River" to a friend - who is a Rosicrucian. She was fascinated by it - wants her own copy. Another friend has it now, Mrs. [2934]. She tells me that she has written to you for a Life Reading. I suggested that she have one - for she has had a tragic life - one tragic experience after the other & I thought the reading might help her to understand why. She has gained soul growth & is still gaining it - Only hope that she will receive MORE enlightenment. I'd like to know more of YOUR OWN READING. Especially after you wrote, "just let them ask their questions (about how it works) we are ready."
    Don't you worry about your coming popularity - you will always be humble & your realization that you are but a channel for God's spiritual gifts - will always protect you. Never fear - my prayers for you will not change.
    I was deeply touched when you wrote "Thank God for letting me know you & calling you my friend." You know right well that it is I who should be & am grateful & thankful that I have found you. It's changed my life, given me greater understanding - and your friendship is one of my most precious possessions.
    I understand what you mean - about the baby studying each new face - little Wendy Wood did the same thing and I was so conscious of the fact that we had met in the long long ago.
    I'm sending a few addresses to Hugh Lynn - or for him.
    I'd love to speak - anywhere - anytime - about YOU. Your ears must have been burning Feb. 13th. I was telling a group of friends about you and The Book.
    Best to you and Gertrude and the rest of your family.
    Lovingly, [1770]
15. 2/25/43 EC's letter to [1770]:
    My Dear [1770]:
    Good to have yours of the 21st, makes me always feel better to have a letter from you. Am very much honored to be round where can look at you now and then even if can't realize it unless cut off the physical environs.
    Yes - was a real joy to have Edgar and Kat - that is his wife - with us they both look so fine, but Gertrude was taken ill while they were here and was in bed two three days, that disturbed her very much - and while he was here he got his sailing orders, just where we do not know, but he is or soon will be on his way. Yes - had letter from Mrs. [2934], made an appointment for her, thank you for your interest, do hope we may be the means of being of real help.
    What I meant to tell you about when said - "Just let them ask their questions" that is what one of the selectors said at Holts, said they knew many would ask questions, but several there had had their own readings and their own experiences with the work - so they would be ready for all who asked questions. But will be glad to send you a copy of my own reading if you wish to see it only guess it would have to be what phase of it you wished to know - as have had so many, could hardly send all of them.
    Thank you for your confidence in my ability to withstand popularity just hope and pray will stay humble and true to the Faith as has thus far kept me in the WAY. It is knowing you [1770] as has kept me in the way, and I give thanks for having been privileged to know.
    The baby is darling, but it is a marvel to watch him with new faces and the ones he has been supposed to have known - am sure it is not imagination that he takes to them easily, [1861] and [2072] are coming to see him early next month, will be interesting to watch he and [1861]. He initiated [1861] into the Masons once.
    Thanks for any good word you may say about me and the work - gave H. L. the last you sent, he will attend to them.
    Thanks again for every thing.
    With love to each of you, [signed] Edgar Cayce
16. 2/25/43 HLC's letter to [1770]:
    Mrs. [1770] Seattle, Washington
    Dear Mrs. [1770]:
    Under separate cover I am sending you photostats of old newspaper clippings of my father's work [Chicago Examiner, 2/19/11, New York Time, 10/09/10.] which I believe will be of interest to you. It occurred to me that these clippings might be the basis for a talk before any group that would be interested in the book.
    We are counting on you covering Seattle like a blanket.
    Charles Thomas sends his love and best regards from all.
    Sincerely, Hugh Lynn Cayce [Handwritten note: What kind of groups can you contact & what type of notes would you like?] HLC:gn
17. 4/06/43 [1770]'s letter to EC:
    My dear Edgar:-
    Your ears must be ringing these days - for you are a very much "TALKED about" person, but I presume you are accustomed to that - during the past years. Seattle's Department Store, "Fredericks" - has There is a River on display - and I talked with the head of the book department for a few moments on Saturday last. She wants to feature it - and I'm seeing her again this week, then I'm going to interview someone on the Times & the P.I. to see if they will review the book. I've been busy soliciting for the Seattle Orchestra - they needed a fund of $5000. to bring Orchestra concerts to Fort Seivis [?], Fort Savoton [?] & to the Sand Point Naval Station. The boys enjoy these concerts & Sir Thomas Beecham has offered his services, but the young musicians must be paid & of course their transportation to & from the forts is a costly item. I collected once a hundred dollars - so I've done my bit there. It all takes time - time - time. [1934] is amazed and delighted with her Reading. It is so helpful - & she is very, very grateful. Her friend & mine, Mrs. [3024] (a wonderful soul) needs a physical Reading & I hope that she writes to you very soon.
    My dearest friend of many years - Mabel Rogers - 50 Pleasant St., Braintree, Mass. has written to me - telling me she is reading "There is a River" & is fascinated with it. You ought to hear from her too.
    Which Boston papers reviewed the book - have you any EXTRA copies of the reviews? I'd like to see them if you have any & I would enjoy reading some of your own Readings - you mentioned that you would send some to me. Of course I'd be thrilled to read them. Do you remember my sending you your archetype notes - those given us by Nancy Lansdale. Would you ask Gladys to return them - if she is not too busy & if she can locate them. Send them along with some of YOUR readings. Oh! Edgar, I wish that you & Gertrude might have taken the drive that we took on Sunday last - out into the valley where the daffodils, jonquils & narcissus are grown by the thousands! Huge fields of golden color - a veritable carpet of gold - & beyond - the snow fields on the slopes of grande old Rainier looming majestically against the sky. Can't you shut your eyes & picture it?
    We celebrated & took a drive & it was wonderful. Our apartment is blooming too with daffodils - jonquils & narcissi - two dozen for 25 cts - & others 15 cts. a dozen. Wish we could send you HALF a dozen - now that the tulips are not coming from Holland - this part of the country and Oregon are great bulb growers.
    Later on, the tulips will be in bloom - & we'll drive out to see them.
    How much gas are you allowed on your A card - is Virginia one of the seventeen eastern states which is allowed only 1 1/2 gallons? I have plenty for my needs - a drive to the Marine hospital twice a week - & my friends live about two miles away from us.
    [1771] has had some wonderful sales lately & her salary has been increased again and again - but I'm hoping that some day she will find work on those things that fly over the water - or under it.
    We're having wonderful spring days - & the magnolia trees - & Korean fruit trees - [?] & others are a...beauty - soon the Hawthorne will burst forth - where will man make such beauty of his life?? When?
    Little Charles Thomas Taylor must be more interesting each succeeding month.
    Had a sweet letter from [2072]. I'm really envious of her - I wonder why?
    Good bye for now - with love from the two of us - to you and yours.
    Don't over do - isn't there a sense or warning which tells you which letters are really in need of your aid - & those which are written merely - say - by those who are merely CURIOUS?
    That's in answer to your statement "Hope I choose well."
    Wish I could hop across the mountains - my soul is getting restless.
    Bye now, [1770]
18. 4/12/43 EC's letter to [1770]:
    My dear [1770]:
    Thanks for yours of the 6th - well certainly have been having some very interesting letters from many people from many places, most interesting letters, do hope will be equal to the job before me, certainly wish could meet many of these people who write me.
    Thanks for talking with the Department store about - There is a River - hope they have a wonderful sale of the book, it seems to be doing nicely every where. If you are able to get the review in the paper be sure I get a copy if possible, there are still many of the papers who have not reviewed the book yet - will do so I hope, tho it is now already in its 3rd printing, not bad for the book do you think.
    Wonderful work getting entertainment for the boys in service - both our boys now are in service. Leaves me a bit flat with H. L. gone - now you see it is when need you here.
    Glad Mrs. [2934] liked her reading heard from some one who had talked with her suspect it is the same lady you mentioned, just too many these days for me to recall all names, but she mentioned you also. Am sure must be the one you speak of.
    Don [Don't] recall hearing from Mrs. Rogers, but if do will do my best to be the means of a service, thanks. There were two of the Boston papers, no only have the clipping sent by the clipping service - if can get another will send you a copy, will try and look it up and let you know which ones and the dates. But hearing from more people in that vicinity than any one part of the country, and am told that is unusual.
    Yes - will ask Miss Gladys to look those notes up on the Archetypes and return them to you. Will try and locate some of my personal readings if any extra besides file copies will send them but certainly am kept on the go trying to answer from 25 to 100 letters per day - isn't easy when I can only hunt and punch, make a very poor out with many of them am sure, but try and give each one a personal note if have one for them. It must be beautiful in that part of the country this time of year - wish too we might have had the pleasure of that drive am sure it was lovely. But we can't get any where these days - with H. L. away and so much to look after people coming in. For they are beginning to turn up any time from any where and that means stop and talk with them - which takes time and more time - so am working of nights most nights, know can't go too heavy but doing best can to help all possibly can.
    Sally and baby are staying here at Beach she has some one in the house with her, would be hard for her here she says getting up and down steps he is getting so heavy, and she is only a few doors from her Brother the Dr. who lives on same street with her, but does keep Gertrude running back and forth - and it just about got Gertrude when H. L. had to go, but same day H. L. left we had word from Edgar Evans he had landed some where, was safe and alright. So that helped a bit.
    We only get 1 1/2 Gal. of gas, so can only make it to Bank P.O. and the like and poor Gertrude has to do all the running round for the household.
    Glad [1771] is doing so nicely, am sure she is well pleased, how is she feeling these days fine I hope. Pretty nice here at present am getting my V [Victory] garden started hope to have a little food growing round here, if have any season think will. Oh the baby is darling - he and his Mother spent the afternoon here yesterday he knows me now, and was so crazy about his daddy, nearly broke H. L.'s heart to leave him. H. L. went to camp Lee. Have no idea where he will be sent. Maybe out there who knows.
    [2072] and [1861] seem to be fine, don't know why you should be envious of her, they both seem to think a lot of me, and I appreciate them, they are writing a Bulletin for us. Would you do one for us, as H. L. is away I have to get the material together for the monthly bulletin, so am soliciting the help of those who will to supply the material only takes about 1000 to 1200 words, won't you write one for me, you can choose any subject you think the Membership would be interested in - do that for me won't you? know you can write a beautiful one if you will.
    Some experience with the work, or some special phase you think should be stressed or something like that. The sooner of course we can have it the better for us, but Please do write one for us.
    Yes - think can detect the curious and the real ones - but some are so appealing, and can only do just so much, darling letter from some lady in Canada, said she noticed I liked black coffee from the book - might not she send me a pound of coffee, as she knew we were rationed here but that she had plenty - and would just love to send me some of that she had.
    Am trying to be very careful, and taking care, but do wish to do all I can for those who are needy. Do like the way many take the book - so many tell me they have greater Faith in Christ from reading the book, many say they have gotten away from His teachings and are now back to stay, and say some mighty nice things to me.
    But thanks again and love to each of you - and do please write that article for me won't you?
    With love [signed] Edgar Cayce
19. 5/03/43 [1770]'s letter to EC:
    My dear Edgar:-
    I wrote to my friend Mabel Rogers - & asked her if she could find a copy of the review of There is a River. Two Boston papers had it - but thus far I've not been able to get a copy.
    Heard from Mabel this morning - & she wrote of attending a Boston University Council meeting - (quote) "Alice Dixon Bond gave a book review & the last one mentioned was 'There is a River.' She spoke of it somewhat casually - apparently not feeling quite sure whether to recommend it or not, but said it was most interesting at least, even though some would or might discredit it.
    "Almost before I (Mabel) knew what I was doing I was up on my feet reading excerpts from your (mine to her) letter.
    "I didn't know whether I had spoken out of turn or not, but something within me made me do it. Mrs. Bond was delighted because it gave authenticity to the book & made everyone there more interested.
    "Many spoke to me afterwards & thanked me - & one woman said she was going to have her own copy of that book.
    "Wasn't that strange that I should have your letter right there?" (end of Mabel's letter)
    Thus far the book is moving very slowly out here (as far as I know) - but those who HAVE read it - are thrilled - & one young woman said [?] that she would have to meet you personally & she probably will - for she is working at Boeing's Aircraft factory & learning how to FLY. She'll land on your fish pond some day, some time. Just reread your letter saying "you had clippings sent by the clipping service." Ask Gladys to get the dates - maybe I could write to the newspaper office for copies of the papers - if I knew the CORRECT date.
    Of course you will miss Hugh Lynn - and how!!! Wish I could be there to assist in some way. But I'll be glad to send you material for a Bulletin - (if I can do it.) Can't do any more than try & if it's not acceptable, I won't be hurt.
    I know how busy you all must be - but if Gladys can find the time - I'll be delighted to have some of your personal readings. It must be difficult for Gertrude - shopping, etc., when you are only allowed 1 1/2 Gals. of gasoline. We have plenty - here on this coast.
    With so many callers - how can you give your Readings - are you giving the usual two a day at 10:30 a.m. & 3:30 P.M. E.S.T.? Just be careful of YOURSELF. You & Gertrude will have to learn how to protect yourselfs from "time consuming" folks.
    Our love and Blessings, [1770]
20. 5/06/43 EC's letter to [1770]: My dear [1770]:
    Thanks for yours of the 3rd, quite interesting about the book review and your friend taking it up, you know thus far we have had about as many again requests from the Boston area as any other one area in the country, not excepting N.Y. where we have quite a nice membership. Hope you thank her for me for taking it up - understand from the publishers it has gone into its 4th printing now - has far exceeded their expectations.
    The lady there reminds me of one in Kansas City - said she had charge of books in Kline's Department store, and put two in the rental dept. and had now booked over 100 who wished to read it, hope it does some good suppose if a few more like one of the boys in camp wrote me would come might send it to the Army. He said,
    "KNOWING ABOUT YOU YOUR LIFE AND YOUR WORK I AM SURE IS GOING TO MAKE ME A FAR BETTER SOLDIER FOR FEEL NOW I KNOW MUCH BETTER FOR WHAT I AM FIGHTING.
    "I TRUST GOD WILL SEE FIT FOR ME TO MEET YOU PERSONALLY WHEN THIS WAR HAS BEEN WON
    "Ever grateful, Corp. [4035]"
    Does one good to know they may have been an inspiration to a young man. For he meant it when he wrote it at least - and is up to me to help him keep thinking of GOD.
    Herald Tribune, N.Y. was Mar. 5th - Boston Herald was Mar. 10th - Boston Morning Globe. Mar. 11th - Evening Globe Boston Mar 10th - Boston Traveler Mar. 10th - do see the Beacon - believe that is Mrs. Bailey's publication March 1943 - written by Mr. Paelian.
    Miss H. L. goodness me and how - talked to him for a few moments just now - says he is fine, he worries about things here. Both boys seem to be afraid I will work too hard - but am feeling pretty fair for me. Miss Gladys was out two days just came back today had measles - told her she must be in her second childhood - 1st Mumps now measles, feeling better tho today.
    Thanks a lot for the material for the Bulletin - will certainly appreciate it - hope can make it through the Congress next month - sure wish had you here to help me out.
    Well my hours are wrather long just now - I begin at 5.30 and go until 11-P.M.
    It is hard to even get to the grocery three four times a week on 1 1/2 Gal. gas. Thanks again always glad to hear from you.
    With love from all [signed] Edgar
21. 5/11/43 [1770]'s letter to EC:
    My dear Edgar:-
    Yours of May 6th has just arrived - Thanks for giving me the dates of the Boston newspapers. I'll send for my own copies right away.
    I know that we should not hold any fears for you - rather we should know that you will be given the strength & the health, to carry thru this extra burden - nevertheless - I must caution you to be careful. Those are long hours - 5.30 A.M. to 11 P.M., but God grant that as you lie down each day - serving others - that your spirit & body will be renewed with His spirit.
    Am enclosing what I have written - as material for a Bulletin.
    Hope you approve of my quoting from Nancy Fullwood's book.
    Nancy has passed on - but the truths that came thru her - are worth repeating over & over again as are those truths which have come from your Readings.
    When I have the Boston reviews in my hands I shall go forth to the heads of the Book Departments here in Seattle.
    Do you know if the publishers ever send books on GRATIS.
    I presenting the book I hesitate to loan my own COPY. Should I buy a few of the trade copies & loan them? You have enough on your mind - so don't bother to answer. I'll solve the problem in my own way - as soon as I have the clippings.
    What other cities have done makes such a difference. We're both well - and the weather continues to be beautiful.
    Give my love to Gertrude - & I'm sorry that Gladys has had those childhood illnesses.
    Lots of love from the both of us & be careful.
    [1770]
22. 5/15/43 EC's letter to [1770]:
    Dear [1770]: Thanks for yours of the 11th - 1st the picture is lovely, looks more like you than any have seen since you were here last, seems as if you would speak, would like that film to have large one made - May I?
    Thanks too for the Article for the Bulletin, it has been lovely the way people have responded with material for the Bulletin, think we most have enough for the rest of the year unless there is an expansion in that line some way, which there may be - with some movements that seem to be on foot.
    Thanks for your Optimistic ideal about me and the work and strength to carry on - have to turn away so many each day feel guilty of not measuring up to the job before me, tho.
    You know was very fond of Nancy from whom you quote knew her when she was just beginning to write, a very marvelous soul - saw her about a month before her death in N.Y. believe she passed on while in Atlantic City.
    Yes - the Publishers will send you a book for the reviewers - am asking them to do just that and you can pass it on to where you think will do the most good.
    The reviews that haven't come out yet are The Christian Century - the Religious paper, and the State paper The Louisville Courier Journal, that will be wrather an article from what I gather will try and send you copies of each if you would like to have them for use out that way.
    The week end visitors have begun to arrive - one from Pittsburgh - and five from Chicago and vicinity I believe a bit later today - so hard week end for those of us who see such things as being hard - but I like it.
    Thanks a lot for the Article, wish you could be here for the Congress, [2072] will try and make a speech for us - wouldn't you like to hear it, [1861] is a Trustee now.
    Thanks and with love to each of you,
    [signed] Edgar Cayce
23. 6/16/43 [1770]'s letter to EC:
    My dear Edgar:-
    The twelfth annual congress will be over before this letter arrives - but I can assure you that I will be there in mind and spirit - as soon as this war is over - and a civilian can travel again - I'LL BE THERE IN PERSON.
    Yes I wish I could see & hear [2072] & [1861]. They are such dear souls - but of course I'll have the annual REPORT of the proceedings - and I shall look forward to receiving it.
    By the way - the Publishers, as yet have not sent me the book for the reviewers. I've loaned my copy to our congregational minister - Dr. Allan Lorimer - and I'm looking forward to his reactions upon it.
    I'd love copies of any REVIEWS which you have.
    Are you planning to rest after the Congress? You certainly should. What news have you of Hugh Lynn? Is he still in our U.S.A.?
    The week of July 4th - [1771] & I are vacationing at her employer's summer home. We've invited two friends & are looking forward to a restful happy time together - on Orcas Island. My Gray Lady activities keep me out of mischief.
    Nancy Lansdale wrote me about her friend Eugene Fersen - whose home is in Seattle. I'm sending you his literature. I'm attending his lectures & find them very interesting - He is a Russian - I believe he was Baron Fersen in the old days. He was sent over to the U.S.A. years ago to study our educational system, as he was head of the educational system in Russia, before the Revolution. His home has many wonderful art treasures - mostly Chinese. (gifts presented to his family.)
    He has suffered greatly - but realizes that thru that suffering he has gained greatly in spiritual gifts.
    Wouldn't I love to have you two meet. Have you ever heard of him?
    He lectures in all the big cities.
    I'll be thinking of you and yours - during your Congress activities. Much love to you from both of us.
    [1770]
    Say a special hello to [...]. Had the snap enlarged for YOU.
24. 7/15/43 EC's letter to [1770]:
    My Dear [1770]:
    Don't believe have written you since the meeting - or even thanked you for the lovely picture of your self, certainly a lovely picture - think you get better looking every day don't you. Thanks a million times for it. Sure wish you might have been at the meeting am sure you would have enjoyed it, was the first time had ever felt the responsibility for the whole of the meeting, but every one put in and helped me so the meeting was extra as every one who had been here for all the meetings even said - had more people from out of town than we did from Norfolk and the Beach - lots of new people and very lovely ones at that, wonder what a meeting would be like now if it were Normal times, [2072] and [1861] were here and [2072] spoke for the two of them but believe her talk will be in the Bulletin - of course wish the report to be extra good also, so we may be a few weeks getting it out - as we are short of help, but have had to get some help to help me with the abundant mail am receiving these days, have a very nice little bride - a soldier's wife [Betty Corson] only been married a month or such matter, but she is doing very nicely - just hope can keep her a while, but they change so fast may not have her but a few weeks at best, but helps a lot.
    Did you see the review of the book in Christian Century - am sending you a copy if you haven't seen it - the same lady [Margueritte Harmon Bro] wrote a report of the meeting for Coronet, don't know whether it will be in this month's issue or not but be sure to see it - haven't seen it myself but am sure it will not be bad - funny to have that publication send a reporter for the meeting isn't it?
    The Barron [Baron Eugene Fersen] must be a very interesting man, no don't think have ever heard of him - have always wondered what a reading years ago meant - "A man in or from Russia could conduct the readings best, of any one, there will be great times when you do meet him" so have a special interest in any one from there who has spiritual ideals. [See 254-4, Par. 4-A mentioning Edwin Roth; 3976-10, Par. 5-A, 8-A, 9-A, re Russia in world affairs?]
    We are far far ahead with appointments - have them for people in every state in the Union - Canada - Mexico - Hawaii - Poto Rico [Puerto Rico] - Brazil, getting a bit far in advance but now can't stop it. Only thing makes emergency readings very very difficult. Had letter from a friend of yours - but some how haven't been able to get to her reading tho have tried - a Mrs. Rogers of Mass. Don't know why but one of those things, that happens now and then, am sure it is me, but don't know why.
    Thanks again for everything, do let us hear from you - the Orchard you sent fruit from is sending me fruit each month, it is lovely and delicious thanks for making them known to me.
    All fair here - Oh yes we have a new Grand-son in all the excitement born the 29th of June, Edgar Evans Cayce Jr. the father is of course over seas and how serious he is. The mother and and baby doing fine. H. L. still here [Camp Meade]. Has about a week leave soon, then what?? will be glad to have him home tho - he was able to be with us just a few hours the last day of the meeting.
    Must run now.
    With lots of love to you both
    [signed] Edgar Cayce
25. 8/13/43 Mrs. [1770] obtained a Ck. Physical - See 1770-8.

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