12/23/39 [
2071]'s letter to EC:
Mr. Edgar Cayce,
Virginia Beach, Va.
My dear Mr. Cayce:
My husband and I had the pleasure of dining at the ... last
week and, of course, to those of us who know your work, no
evening would be complete without some discussion of you.
The consensus of opinion seemed to be that I was in dire need
of some advice and all present (including the [...]'s) felt
that I should have an immediate business reading. I seem
to have been surrounded with a great deal of confusion and
uncertainty lately. Directional suggestions would be very
welcome. I feel that I have made up for any transgressions
in past experiences, for my way has been very difficult and
I have by no means had the success some other artists enjoy
- and certainly no "lucky breaks". There are several fields
of endeavor in which I am seeking to earn a livelihood - even
the [...]'s do not know how serious my financial problem is,
for one does not always like one's friends to know.
To be perfectly honest with you - I am a little tired of
it all (that is, the constant striving for maintenance) and,
while I do not say this in a spirit of fault-finding nor
dissatisfaction, I would be thoroughly content to let someone
else carry the burden for a while and relax in the natural
atmosphere to which a woman is usually entitled - that is
being supported. To put it frankly, neither of my husbands
has supported me or contributed to my support (and, as a
matter of fact, their own). I alone am to blame for letting
it continue but I hesitate to tear my life apart to make
changes while there are still some compensations in the
marriage contract - such compensation, I might say, is
strictly one of companionship as the sex element is at
low ebb and, as I have indicated, there is no financial
inducement. I do not like living alone (particularly in the
country) and there are frequently occasions when I need to be
escorted to places I am appearing, etc.
I have never been popular with men and may attribute this
to one of several things - I live an exceedingly simple and
prudent existence and do not enjoy carousing in which the
world of today participates; secondly, the average man is not
impressed favorably with my figure; and thirdly, to put it
frankly, they go for women who are on the "dumb" side and
also ones who indulge freely in liquor and the pastimes to
which it leads. Please do not infer from this that I am a
"goody-goody" for I try to be a good sport in every sense of
the word when good sportsmanship is involved, but I simply do
not care for a life of dissipation.
I have given you this background largely to help, if I can,
although the forces, I suppose, already know all the existing
conditions.
I am enclosing a set of questions which include my main
interests at the moment - also a check for five dollars,
which is all I can spare at the moment.
Anticipating your reply, and with Christmas blessings to you
- and your work,
Sincerely, [
2071]
MEMBER OF THE AMERICAN SOCIETY OF COMPOSERS, AUTHORS &
PUBLISHERS
DIRECT QUESTIONS:
1. What would be the most important move to make at this
time?
2. Should I remain in professional work? If so, in what
branch?
3. How can I further the publication of my songs?
8. Will my present husband ever amount to anything, or do you
see a change for the better in the future? If so, what moves
should he make to bring this about?
4. How can I make contacts to meet the right people? I am
not aggressive and usually am brushed aside for the more
aggressive types.
5. Did I do right by moving out to my place in Connecticut?
7. How can I reduce my blood pressure? (It is actually pulse
pressure)
9. Do you see a future romance in my life? Will there
be either a husband or a companion who can appreciate
my companionship, and who is intellectually and
socially equipped to do so?
9. My house if mortgaged to the hilt but having put
considerable effort, as well as money, into it I am reluctant
to part with it. However, my banker seems to think that it
is advisable. I have listed it with realtors but my feeling
at present is that I should not sell - that my place is here.
Of course, the burden of debt is a very uncomfortable one but
I shall make most any sacrifice in order to live within my
means and income. If I were earning even a percentage of
what I feel I should earn I could very easily clear up the
mortgage as this house costs very little to maintain in
taxes, etc. There is one room which needs very little work
to change into a beautiful large living room. Inasmuch as we
have moved here from New York we would like to convert this
into a living room in order to accommodate my piano and
the novachord which I expect to use in my work. However,
there are two tiny bedrooms which would have to be used and
we would need to add these elsewhere in the building. I
should like to know what the Forces think best about this.
6. Under present circumstances, what should I do about my
house?
12/22/39 Secretary's letter:
..., Conn.
My dear Mr. Cayce:
Miss [
2071] has given you what I believe to be a very frank
and complete description of her present situation. However,
I would like to add a few words to what she has already told
you - believing it will help both you and her by so doing.
Naturally, she would be restricted in telling you some of the
more flattering phases of her existence - and also she has
neglected to ask you the questions which seems to torment
her and come to her mind most frequently - that is, what
IS it that is wrong with her life - what is the thing that
is holding her back, and why is it that she remains in
the sidelines now while others, with far less talent and
capabilities, either in a musical, cultural, educational,
business or entertainment standpoint, are riding the ladder
of success and enjoying the fruits of what she has helped
to establish and create. Even her ideas are taken from her
before she has a chance to formulate them actually - she has
"pioneered" many a song - an idea - a show - later to hear
someone else make a hit out of material stolen from her.
Will you PLEASE be kind enough (confidentially, if you wish)
to tell me what is holding back - what this weight is that is
holding her feet on the ground when she is meant to soar?
All of those who know her, hold her in high esteem and
respect - she is much loved and admired not only for her
talents, but her graciousness and charm - and her good heart,
her helping hand, and her genuine sincerity and interest in
the good of others. She is so much more highly evolved than
the average run of person - it seems incredible that after
years of hard work and intelligent appliance, she should not
enjoy greater achievement. She is so tired - so discouraged
sometimes. And yet, she always has a smile and an
encouraging word to other in distress and seems to lead them
upward. And yet her own life falls miserably apart - why?
I have been with Miss [
2071] for five years and know her
better than anyone else in the world - and, I dare say, love
her more. I know her to be an angel - too good, I guess, to
be smart. She is a creator of beauty in its every expression
- in music, in song, in grace - in the decoration of her home
- in dress - she is born to create. I am telling you these
things so that you might have a more intimate glimpse of her.
She refers to "figure" in her letter - she is quite large
of stature and heavy in weight - has always been, and it
has tended to give her sort of an inferiority complex which
may explain some phases of her life. She has, however, a
beautiful face and after one knows her only once, they quite
forget her figure and are endeared to her lovely face and
character.
Miss [
2071] is very close to my heart and I would be so
grateful to you for anything you may be able to do for her.
She can "take it" like a trouper, so you can talk to her
freely and if there is anything I can do to assist you in
your plans, do not hesitate to call on me - I would deem it
a privilege and a pleasure to help!
Respectfully [...]
Secretary to: [
2071]
..., Conn.
12/30/39 See
2071-3.
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