2/08/48 E. L. Brancato's letter to HLC:
235 E. 120th St.
New York 35, N.Y.
Association for Research & Enlightenment, Inc.,
Virginia Beach, Virginia.
Dear Hugh Lynn:
This is my report on Miss [
2777], whom you asked me to see
and assess some time ago. My findings are based on meeting
her about 3 times and talking to her and observing her; on
what she has said and the manner she has displayed; on what
Mr. & Mrs. Johnson have reported as to her treatment; on
my own experience on one occasion at her hands. I have not
checked any of the cases she states she helped or cured;
I have not witnessed any of her treatments nor directly
observed her methods of treatment. My report is therefore in
the nature of a personal evaluation rather than a scientific
investigation.
Mr. [Richard P.] Johnson underwent about 8 treatments. He is
told to relax physically and mentally and assisted in doing
so by conversation. Miss [
2777] is very alert to other
people; is capable of inspiring confidence and inducing
relaxation. She is very vital and energetic, but apparently
not at all able to relax herself to any extent. She states
that she cannot be hypnotized since it was implanted in her
mind that she would not be once when she was hypnotized.
When some degree of relaxation has been achieved, she talks
and gives positive suggestions, the exact nature of which are
dependent on the condition being treated. Johnson reports
that his condition of tension appeared to have been
alleviated to some extent by her treatment. However, on the
whole the treatment in this case appears to have been without
material results since Johnson is apparently still under
tension and not able to relax easily. The treatment
(of unknown duration) is preceded (or was in this case)
by conversation and followed by conversation of some
duration (in this case).
The night of the first meeting, in the presence of Mr. &
Mrs. Johnson and others, Mrs. Johnson was feeling ill in the
stomach. She vomited at least once and was also given some
form of alleviating or sedative liquid, possibly bicarbonate
or tea. The second or third time Mrs. Johnson complained of
the pain in her stomach was followed the next second by the
exclamation that the pain was gone. Mrs. Johnson asked (or
told) Miss [
2777] if she had done something (although it was
not evident in any way Miss [
2777] had done anything). The
exact sequence of comments is not clear. But it appears that
Miss [
2777] confirmed that she had done something and Mrs.
Johnson stated that she felt a "ball of light" hit her
abdomen just before or simultaneous with the disappearance
of the pain. It is probable that Miss [
2777] sent a healing
thought to Mrs. Johnson which helped to effect the relief.
On another occasion I sat on a chair and relaxed physically
as completely as I could. Miss [
2777] instructed me to close
my eyes and concentrate on her voice. She then repeated with
variations the theme that the first cigarette that I smoked
after I opened my eyes, the first three puffs or so would
taste like burning rubber. After a minute to three minutes
of this, I was told to open my eyes, and I lit a cigarette.
The puffs did definitely taste like burning rubber and the
next few cigarettes also had the taste. I had cooperated
fully in relaxing and concentrating on her voice and allowing
her suggestions to sink in. I do not know whether this was
intended to be a rough parallel of the methods she used, when
treating her regular patients, though it seems likely that
it is. At any rate Mr. and Mrs. Johnson inform me that it
is not material that the subject concentrate on her voice and
that she does not ask that you do so. I do know that she did
ask me to do so.
Miss [
2777] claims to have cured a number of cases, which
were difficult, where the condition was purely psychological,
though producing a physical effect. It is likely that
she can help to relieve all those conditions which may be
relieved in any way by suggestion. She claims inability to
cure actual illnesses produced by foreign agents in the body
or to do much with people who have had many shock treatments
(due to the destruction of nerve paths). She disclaims using
hypnosis although some of the cases she tells about would
almost appear to indicate that hypnosis was used. She claims
that since her subjects are always conscious during treatment
that it is not hypnosis, also not hypnosis since they
remember everything that was done during the treatment. When
asked whether she has psychic power, she states that she uses
everything she has and knows, which include speech, knowledge
of how to use suggestibility and concentrated thought. There
appears to be no concrete evidence that she possesses any
extraordinary degree of psychic power which may effect her
subjects without touch and words (she holds the subject's
hand, left hand, while treating). She claims that hypnosis
is harmful in that it leaves the subject open to the entry of
evil forces and that is why she doesn't use it.
CONCLUSIONS: 1. Miss [
2777] is dominated by a sincere
desire to help others and is basically good in her
drives and intents.
2. Miss [
2777] can help anyone in alleviating or curing
conditions which are partly or wholly psychological in
origin or nature.
3. The results of her treatment are dependent in large degree
on inducing a state of heightened suggestibility in her
patients. There is no evidence of extraordinary psychic
means being used.
4. Miss [
2777] also employs analysis by inducing her patient
to talk; this may proceed before, during and after the
nominal treatment.
5. Miss [
2777]'s work has value within those limits set by
her methods, knowledge, wisdom, personality and character.
What those limits are I am not qualified to say.
I am sorry that I am not able to make a more complete report
than the above.
Sincerely yours, [signed] Eddie cc - Miss [
2777]
3/19/48 [
2777]'s letter to HLC:
New York City
Mr. Hugh Lynn Cayce,
Virginia Beach, Va.
Dear Mr. Cayce:
The understanding consideration you gave me as I sought to
outline my service which has changed many lives, both
physically and spiritually, is still most appreciated.
Sometimes as I have presented the picture and the need at the
present time, even to those who I have reason to believe are
of the Christ age at hand, there is lack or withdrawal of the
responsive grasp of a most comprehensive work. Therefore I
would be facing a wall but for inner recognition that the
need and delay is for a large purpose, not now revealed.
Your suggestion that you cold possibly introduce me to some
open-minded doctors is most encouraging to anticipate at this
time; also your willingness to suggest my name to a few
individuals whom you know personally. I await developments
with prayer and therefore hope.
My telephone number is Columbus 5-... if any one wishes to
call though undoubtedly it would be wiser to write as message
are frequently not delivered and I am away from my room with
practically no air as much as possible.
Have you read Mrs. Agnes Sanford's book THE HEALING LIGHT?
This describes my approach and convictions most ably - our
experiences running quite parallel. We are devoted friends
and only last night I heard her speak once again at the
Calvary Episcopal Church, City. Here she has healed many. I
belong there to a very small "cell" group learning more and
more how to become open channels; another Episcopal Church
has asked me to join an even smaller nucleus seeking this
same thing. It is very wonderful to be so used but at the
same time I need to personally help individuals and be
reimbursed therefor as my living depends upon this and I know
the Lord's will is my continuance. Therefore I claim His
promise - "Seek ye first the Kingdom of Heaven and all these
things shall be ADDED unto you."
Thank you for your kindness and gentle, outgoing spirit.
Most sincerely, [
2777]
4/06/48 HLC's letter to [
2777]:
Miss [
2777]
..., N.Y.
Dear Miss [
2777]
It was a pleasure to meet and talk with you in New York
recently.
I have gone over your readings and have found passages in
them very interesting. I am wondering if you still have a
copy of your life reading [2777-3] and if you would care to
go over it and let me have any questions which may arise.
I call your particular attention to page two, where it
recommends for your constant study, the 30th chapter of
Deuteronomy and the 14th, 15th, 16th, 17th chapters of John.
I note with interest that it tells you "In thy talents, -
do not overlook thy abilities as a means of giving to others
counsel, direction; but let it be ONLY that which is in
keeping with HIS directions, etc."
You may hear from Mrs. Julia Chandler of 88 Summit Drive,
Hastings-on-Hudson, N.Y. and/or Mrs. Michael Scilipoti of
5321 East 72nd St., Apt. 5A, New York, N.Y.
Sincerely yours, Hugh Lynn Cayce HLC/dm
4/15/48 [
2777]'s letter to HLC:
NEW YORK ATHLETIC CLUB
180 CENTRAL PARK, SOUTH
NEW YORK
Dear Mr. Cayce:
Thank you for your letter which I was eagerly anticipating.
It was long ago I had the able readings by your father
and while in mind and knowing the truth of what he stated
about glands and periods of utter exhaustion therefrom had
misplaced the reading but found it today after your kind
invitation to discuss it with you. However, I think there
were two and have only one - dated July 3, 1942. This cannot
be one you refer to, as no scripture citations in that. I
recall the other having reference to Biblical chapters -
and they are precious ones and along the lines of my leading
surely - as the advice to keep my service of counseling and
abilities as those only in accord with his directions. How
he has led to this end - oh, how! With what amazing results.
I learned hypnosis - and always intuitive inner rebellion
that not God's way - and how importuned I've been to use it
- and with what opportunity for revealing HIS way for healing
- its dangers for the entire Being even tho a symptom be
removed - and yet without the sanctification that comes thru
HIS approach - far more potent and all-inclusive. Yes, it
was worthy advice and has been heeded.
I've been practically living in the Church of late for
solitary prayer as well as in unison with others and joining
prayer groups of just a few in different churches, open.
I've conversed with many rectors led to hear myself
speak words he puts in my mouth - with what experiences!
Procrastination reigns in N.Y. - I have promise and that for
months that I would be sent patients - but not as yet. It is
a testing time with relation to having people sent in need,
with apartment, and daily provision for need, as costs are
phenomenal here and one undernourished by restaurant food.
Several tried to assist and told me of places they knew about
- just returned from one - $160 for room and no kitchenette -
and that by the MONTH. All in this range! But thru the Holy
Spirit I now pray with power, so I trust, for SELF, as I have
for others - and some way must open.
You mentioned possibility of introducing me to doctors and
psychiatrist. I do anticipate that opening when you can so
arrange it; meanwhile hoping to hear from Mrs. Chandler and
Mrs. Scilipoti.
I welcome any comments you have to make on the readings. I
know there will always be more and more unfoldings and Truth
to receive and my life is one completely surrendered to
him, by his grace. My knowledge and faith and powers are
of him and shall be used where he chooses. I live by many
scriptures and one these past few days "Seek ye first the
Kingdom of Heaven and all these things SHALL be ADDED unto
YOU." It has been a long, ardent search with manifold fruits
- now I appropriate the things to be added that many may
receive and also labor for that kingdom. I want to heal
bodies that will be used for the extension of it. Pray
with me and for me.
I write this on Club letterhead but I am not there now, tho a
long, wonderful service there during the war.
May you be prospered in His service, in at-onement with Him
and may I hear shortly,
In bonds, [
2777] New York City (Columbus 5-...)
5/10/48 HLC's letter to [
2777]:
New York, N.Y.
Dear Miss [
2777]
Thank you for your recent letter. I am sorry I have not been
able to answer it before this time.
Mrs. Chandler has been out of the city for sometime for she
has lectured for us in Washington and in Baltimore. I had a
letter from her recently and you may expect to hear from her.
Today, I am writing Mrs. David E. Kahn, who is in touch with
several of the doctors that I mentioned to you. I am asking
Mrs. Kahn to get in touch with you and then perhaps introduce
you to some of these physicians who will be interested in
your healing work.
I do wish it were possible for you to be with us for the
Congress here, June 20th through 26th. One of our entire
courses of study will be devoted to meditation, including
meditation for healing, and I would like very much for you
to participate in this class study and discussion.
My best regards.
Sincerely, Hugh Lynn Cayce HLC/dm
5/25/48 [
2777]'s letter to HLC:
Mr. Hugh Lynn Cayce,
Virginia Beach, Va.
Dear Mr. Cayce:
Thank you for your recent letter. It is most kind of you to
introduce me to Mrs. David E. Kahn by letter. She telephoned
yesterday and we plan to meet for a talk on Monday, next.
In the meantime I continue to pray for God's guidance as
to the ones with whom I serve. The healing work is taking
tremendous bounds...and in the Churches. I was invited to
give four addresses here in N.Y. at one of the outstanding
churches which is all spade work for the fall activities.
Your invitation to attend the June Congress is deeply
appreciated but as time advances toward that date I know it
will be impossible due to two cases in my hands now, - and
the general housing situation where I can't safely leave
where I have been "existing" until final departure. A
person deriving much benefit from my work, unable to show
appreciation otherwise, presented my problem at her large
Government office when the employees were informed they would
leave for Washington the 25th of this month. Hundreds of
vacant apartments, thereby. She had several who turned in
their addresses to her with names of renting agents - but
- what histories of really racket-work. Triple rents.
Furniture added and one room rocketing to $175! I did take
an option on one for $125 when my head went berserk with idea
I at least had one in my hands. Next day declined as I just
could not swing it with price of food and all and fact many
can't and others don't pay for healing as they do for doctors
who often do nothing. Thankless work and if only one could
live on that, serving His little ones.
I just pray for material needs now - and that a new adventure
for Me for Myself! Therefore I hope before August when I
am invited to assist Mrs. Agnes Sanford at Geneva Point Camp
for healing, to have found a place so I can safely leave.
Living with eight, next to a bath shared by the eight and the
landlady one of them insisting I leave so she can also rocket
my tiny hole, isn't too, too inspiring - and for three and
one half years adjustment thereto somewhat fatiguing! The
lack of sun and air has been the severest problem, and as
it touches my service I do believe now that I surrender
this need to Him it will be provided.
May great benefits be realized by all at the Congress. My
prayers and encircling thoughts will be with you for the
Reign of truth with all its benefits.
Your interest and assistance - and - understanding - most
comfortingly satisfying.
Sincerely, in Truth's bonds.
6/15/48 HLC's letter to [
2777]:
Miss [
2777]
New York, N.Y.
Dear Miss [
2777]
Thank you for your recent letter.
I am glad you have gotten in touch with Mrs. Kahn. As I
explained to you, she is in touch with several physicians
who are tremendously interested in psychic healing. I am
confident you can work out some cooperative experiments
with them that will perhaps open the way for you for
greater opportunities for service.
I hope that by this time your problem of housing has been
resolved. I can understand your difficulties as we too
have been in search of living quarters since my return from
overseas. The whole housing situation everywhere in the
country is in a tangle.
I am sorry it will be impossible for you to attend the
Congress. I had looked forward to having you meet a number
of physicians and members interested in spiritual healing.
If there is an opportunity for you to attend, by all means,
take advantage of it and we will welcome your attendance.
Best regards from all here.
Sincerely, Hugh Lynn Cayce HLC/dm
10/07/50 She asked to be put on our mailing list for notices
in re N.Y. lectures.
