8/09/32 EC's letter to Dr. [
539]:
"Yours of the 28th, 2nd and 3rd, certainly should have been
answered before now. I told Mrs. [
2110] that I was writing,
but some people came in unexpectedly, which required some
days of our attention - with the readings - and we didn't get
to it.
"To be sure, it is always satisfactory to feel that our
efforts are helpful and encouraging to those we would assist.
I am enclosing the information which was gotten yesterday
afternoon for [
2155]. I do hope this will assist you and
Mrs. [
2110] in some way, and be encouraging to you in
carrying on. That you have seen and feel there are the
manifestations of an awakening in him seems to me to bespeak
something to hope for. I feel that ultimately it may be
enlarged upon, and through Him overcome that which would
hinder.
"Regarding the Gold Chloride, this I am sure you will be able
to obtain at any drug store. You only have to call for 15
grains Chloride of Gold. You then put this in 15 ounces of
distilled water and keep it as a solution to use in the
battery connection. I haven't any more on hand now, as the
young man who has been handling this department of the work
has moved to Kentucky [Gray Salter]. I would refer you to
him, that you might be sure to get the proper balance, but I
happen to know that he is now on a vacation and possibly will
not be back for two weeks.
"I realize, Doctor, that one finite mind may not know it all.
We have had a contact by correspondence with a Dr. Prouty,
[N. H. Prouty, M.D.? - magnetic healer - See his letter of
7/31/32 under
2155-2 Reports] who has been using the magnetic
treatments for some time. From his reports, it seems he has
done some very wonderful things. This type of treatment has
been suggested through the readings for certain conditions
since the very first, but I do not know whether or not these
suggestions have been exactly in line with Dr. Prouty's
practices. It is very hard to gather the proper concept of
the working of a man's mind by correspondence. However, I
have gathered from his letters that he considers the magnetic
treatments more mechanical than the readings have indicated.
Hence, he is possibly not as spiritual minded as the readings
intimate an individual should be who applies such treatments.
However, I may be doing the man an injustice by saying such a
thing. In one of my letters to him sometime ago I mentioned
[
2155]. For your consideration I am enclosing the answer I
received from him. If you care to get in touch with him
direct, why I will leave that to your own judgement. I do
not feel it would be interfering with anything we are trying
to do, unless - as I said - it would lead to our getting away
from the spiritual angle instead of purely material. My
whole idea is to do whatever is necessary, that may assist
you and Mrs. [
2110] in doing the best thing for [
2155].
"Thank you very much for your criticism and suggestions
regarding the lesson. If it were possible for us to be more
closely associated in our daily work, I am sure we could find
a great deal in common. I am hoping that some day - possibly
in the near future - this may be. In fact, as you know, I
once had a hospital here. Misunderstandings arose between
those who were the financial backers of the institution, and
it was closed. However, there is a man here - a Jew - who is
the owner of a hotel and much property around Virginia Beach.
He is a man who sought a long ways for health. He has been -
and is still in the tanning or furrier business; but Virginia
Beach appeals to him as a health resort. [Jacob Laskin] He
was aided through psycho-therapy, and has recently installed
a very nice place in connection with his hotel - but of
course the treatment rooms being entirely separate from the
hotel proper. He has not been able as yet to contact the
proper one to take charge or to supervise this work. What he
needs is a director of the medical department of it. With
the prospects for the development in this place, I believe it
would offer a real opportunity for someone with a vision, and
one who isn't bound too closely by what I believe is termed
'ethics'. This may be an awful suggestion to make to a man
who has given his whole life's work in one place. Maybe it
would appeal to you - maybe it would not. I merely offer it
as a suggestion for your consideration. Such a wonderful
place might be established here, under the supervision of one
who would care to cooperate with the readings and association
between the people who come here for treatments or
suggestions from time to time. It would prove quite helpful
to all concerned.
"Yes, I realize that the lessons are at times possibly too
elementary. Again there may be something that is rather far
advanced; but the very basis of it all, I think, is
fundamentally good - and if that is true, then the proper
structure may be builded on it. I hope that from time to
time you will offer any suggestions you may have regarding
any of the information that might be presented in the lessons
or readings; for it is my sincere desire not to ever become
so self-centered as to warp the real truth which may be
presented. It is there, I am sure, if we may interpret it
aright. As Peter said, 'Thou alone hast the words of life.
To whom could we go?' We realize that we can do nothing of
ourselves, yet the material world - with so many of its
advanced sciences (as called) - tends to awaken the
consciousness in man that he may be all sufficient. This
separation of what others call Oneness becomes apparent, and
usually brings dissension. The ideal in Cooperation is to
awaken that consciousness that no man may attain his best
through his own efforts alone.
"Healing, in whatever form it may be, must be of self as the
other is healed, yet it takes something from self to make a
union with the consciousness of the individual attempting to
be helped, with the consciousness of the Creative Forces -
God, or whatever it may be represented by, whether a dose of
calomel or a prayer; for He made it all.
"Familiarizing ourselves with the will of God is indeed
finding the essence of truth itself, for it is constructive -
it does build, and does not tear down - save as it supplies
the necessary elements in the evolution from the physical
standpoint, which is a continuation of the spiritual elements
that run throughout. Discussions are well if, even in these,
we are constructive in expressing that experienced by the
other individual. Consequently, while I may not be very much
of a debater, I do invite discussion of any and all phases of
that which may be expressed through the lessons. I either
believe the information for the moment and for the
individual, or I could not conscientiously allow myself to
even be the channel for its expression to my fellow man. I
feel though, Doctor, very humble at all times; for I realize
that of and in myself I am nothing. As we are enjoined by
one of the writers of the Holy Writ, 'Try ye the spirits, and
if there be any good - if there be anything of good report,
think on it.' That's what I'm trying to do.
"I believe practically all your questions were answered in
[
2155]'s reading. This has been one of the outstanding
features of these readings. Two sides will be presented to
practically every condition or question. Decisions will not
be made for individuals, though suggestions will be made as
to the better course to pursue - leaving the action of the
will to the individual, or those responsible for the
application of whatever element may be necessary for the aid
physically, mentally, spiritually, or what not. This must to
some seem that there is always a doubt left, but this fact
seems apparent to me: Men and women of all ages have
gradually gotten away from one of the keynotes of the
teachings of the Master - 'The kingdom of heaven is within
you!' and no one can separate us from the kingdom but
ourselves!
"I hope I haven't been too long, or that I do not appear
undecided or indefinite as to what your attitude should be.
There must be, if I understand correctly, a seeking ourselves
- and He answers direct; for God is the same yesterday, today
and forever, and His promises today are much as the lessons
we may learn from his people of old. We may not see with our
own little minds how it is possible, yet He thought it not
delaying to fulfil His promises four or five hundred years
after they were made. Preparations had to be made, and no
doubt individuals themselves had to be raised up to enjoy
those very promises. With our spiritual eye and sense we
will find ourselves content, in whatsoever channel He has
seen fit for us to serve; yet we will become more and more a
channel of blessings to others, thus developing our own souls
to receive in our physical bodies those promises He has made
to man.
"Hoping to have been of service, and with love and regards to
you and Mrs. [
2110], I am" Sincerely, Edgar Cayce
8/18/32 Father's letter: "The reading of [
2155] that you
gave August the 8th with the answers to my question is
proving very helpful. There is a tendency to quit [quiet?] -
insidious in that it carries with it a tendency for
self-pity, martyrdom and silent acceptance of defeat. Your
help is certainly good medicine."
8/30/32 [
2155]'s mother obtained her Life Reading - See
2110-1.
9/05/32 Father's letter to EC:
"Now as to [
2155]. We thank you of course for every bit of
encouragement and help. We endeavor to cooperate with the
work of your group and the directions for the use of the
radio-active appliance, and manipulating activity of the
spine in every way. Of course we find that frequently the
flesh is weak. We don't always awake at the specified time
for conscious concentration and meditation, especially is
this the case if we have lost sleep during the night. Your
time of 6:30 A.M. means 5:30 A.M. here.
"I have found that the application of the radio-active
appliance to [
2155] seems to become associated with an
increased irritableness on his part. Of course this may be a
mistake on my part. Last week for instance I had used it
very regular and towards the last of the week he showed a
condition of several major attacks during the day, with
cramps, and slight confusion in his speech. We have at such
times given him medicines to make it more bearable for him.
In fact he asks for it. I don't know that we have ever told
you about this, and I would appreciate if you could tell me
just what you get as an answer to this question.
"We are all looking forward with happy anticipations for
meeting you within the near future. Before closing I would
like to have you tell me an outline of just what the best way
will be for our mutual cooperation in connection with such
patients for which I would write for help. For instance, do
you deem it essential that they be told about it, and give
their willing cooperation? Anything else that suggests
itself to your mind as being helpful to me in this respect I
would be glad to receive from you.
"I am happy to send you regards from Mrs. [
2110] and the rest
of the family."
Sincerely, [
539]
9/16/32 Father's letter to EC:
"I am returning Dr. Prouty's letter [
7/31/32 - See under
2155-2 Reports] and also a copy of my reply to him. I think
he is just fine; he has the right spirit.
"[
2155] has been much better since last Saturday. Yesterday
he surprised us by repeating a little verse that is hanging
in a frame on the wall in my office. It is the first time to
my knowledge that he has succeeded in controlling his
attention and thought to that extent for a long time. He
required just a little help, mostly in the line of patience
on one's own part, but he succeeded in going through it all.
It was this:
To wish and to work for wishes, I would not be denied.
For what would there be to live for if our wants were all
supplied.
So be yours great and generous, and ere they all come true,
May you have new and better one,
With a will to push them through.
"I don't know just how to thank you for your help. You
surely are a channel of blessings."
[He also requested a Life Rdg. for himself - See
539-2,
10/02/32.]
9/16/32 Dr. [
539]'s letter to Dr. Prouty:
"I have before me the nice letter you sent to our mutual
friend, Mr. Edgar Cayce. [
7/31/32 letter - See under
2155-2
Reports.]
"I have had the letter quite a while and have read it many
times. It makes one feel good when one discovers those finer
impulses in our fellow being. The impulses that make for
cooperation, reconstruction and progress. I wish to thank
you very much.
"I am also going to give you some of the data which you are
asking for as well as a short description of the history
before and since we have had the benefit of Mr. Cayce's
genius personality and cooperation.
"[
2155] was born March 7th, 1909. He came in a breech
presentation and being the first born, had a rather
protracted time of it. He had the first observed convulsion
when about four months old. He had without doubt
considerable pain at times, indicated by a restless
disposition, crying, etc. We attempted to have him get an
education at the Public Schools, but had to give this up on
account of his inability to adjust himself to other children
and the uncertainty of his keeping sufficient hold on
himself to maintain consciousness and a semblance of self
control. Well, it would make a long story, in fact, too
long to go into all the details. A few things however, are
outstanding: Mayo's Clinic, where a very searching
examination was made, lent nothing to offer definite help,
except that some trauma at birth, probably a small cerebral
hemorrhage, had interfered with the proper interaction
between the upper and lower neurons in the cerebro-spinal
nervous system.
"I might digress here and mention that in the Reading given
by Mr. Cayce, some such a situation is given as the physical
cause, but inasmuch as mental and spiritual causes were
indicated, I found in Mr. Cayce's co-operation more
enlightenment than I have had before. But this is not all.
The directions that we received for helping this situation
have certainly proven themselves to be sound and productive
of 'good fruit'. [
2155] shows a better appearance; he smiles
oftener. His conduct is better. He shows an awakening for
co-operation, some sort of an idealistic aim. He has been
free at short intervals from convulsions and the very painful
cramps, which are extremely hard on him. His parents feel
better. They feel they have reasons for being thankful and
grateful for thus becoming witnesses to the life and
health-giving Truth.
"It will give me great pleasure to let you hear from time to
time as to the progress we are making, and maybe I shall have
the pleasure of meeting you personally one of these days.
"Mrs. [
2110] joins me in thanking you for your kind interest
and helpful suggestions. With kindest regards, I am,"
Very truly yours, Dr. [
539]
10/13/32 Father's letter to EC:
"While [
2155] shows improvement, such improvement is not so
much in evidence as in our desire. I don't think that we are
impatient; on the contrary there is a possibility of our
becoming sort of reconciled to conditions too much, instead
of taking the stand that the situation is abnormal and to be
corrected. What have you?
"I thank you for your cooperation. In another letter, I'll
go over my Life Reading [539-2]."
10/21/32 Father obtained a physical reading for himself - See
539-3.
11/10/32 Father's letter to EC:
"Tempers ... (?). Somehow I do not wish to have too much
time elapse between the exchange of our ideas by letters.
You are telling me that you are enjoying my correspondence.
Now let me inform you that seeing the Virginia Post mark on
any of my daily mail always gives me a thrill of joy and
gladness.
"I know that you are interested to hear about [
2155]. It is
perhaps difficult to see the changes and improvements when
one is in constant touch with a situation. [
2155] had a
number of falls last week. He also complained considerable
of pain in his right leg.
"[
2155] reacted so unpleasantly to the battery treatment that
Mrs. [
2110] thought it best to discontinue it for the time
being. What is your advice in this respect? He is sort of
restless and squeally. On the other hand I feel personally
more faith and perhaps have a little more understanding.
After all only God can come to us or go from us.
"I know you are busy and your typists must keep their fingers
active. Thanks for any news from you. How about it - Can we
soon say - I'll be seeing you?" Yours in the Spirit, [
539]
11/15/32 EC's letter to [
539]:
"Yours of the 10th came while I was away. I had been hoping
and looking forward with much pleasure to seeing you on this
trip, but I was so very busy meeting my friends and
acquaintances the few days while in New York, and necessity
demanded that I return at once before my friends there had
time to make the trip west they had expected to do. Whether
this may be arranged now before the first of the year, I
don't know. I hope so, for I am still looking forward to
knowing you and your family in person.
"Yes, when I get out and meet others I realize what it means
for each individual to learn to meet their own problems.
Just to have a beautiful theory that meets our own individual
needs doesn't mean that others looking through their eyes,
feeling through their builded development, are going to react
or respond to it in the same way. If we can give something
very practical, that does enable us to find Him with us now,
then we will come to the realization He is One and we are
His, if we will but put ourselves in the position where He
may lead and we not try to tell Him how to do it.
"I am really disappointed in not getting to see you on this
trip, for I had expected to be in Chicago today. Necessity
demanded that I come back here at present. Just when I will
be able to get away again I don't know. As I said before, I
have to depend on the good graces of others foremost of my
material movements. When the spirit moves them, fine! 'Not
my will but Thine be done!'
"I feel I can let the information itself answer about the
battery, better than I can from the material mind. This I
hope we can do in the very near future. Mrs. [
2110] was
quite right, I think, in leaving off the battery for the
present.
"Let us hear from you whenever you have time. You know we
are always very anxious to hear how everyone is responding to
the work we are trying to do. We feel so helpless ourselves,
and know that unless we are doing a service in His name it
cannot be of much use. If we are leading others into His
presence, or to recognize His presence in them, we feel that
everything must be for the best.
"All send our regards and love."
Sincerely, Edgar Cayce
11/18/32 See
2155-4.
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