This Psychic Reading given by Edgar Cayce at the office of the Association, Arctic Crescent, Virginia Beach, Va., this 9th day of May, 1943, in accordance with request made by the self - Mr. [2993], new Associate Member of the Ass'n for Research & Enlightenment, Inc., recommended by the book THERE IS A RIVER.

Present: Edgar Cayce; Gertrude Cayce, Conductor; Gladys Davis, Steno. At his camp on

town called
..., Maine.

TEXT

1. GC: You will go over this body carefully, examine it thoroughly, and tell me the conditions you find at the present time; giving the cause of the existing conditions, also suggestions for help and relief of this body; answering the questions, as I ask them:
2. EC: Yes, we have the body here, [2993].
3. As we find, there are very definite disturbances that are causing the character of reactions indicated with this body, [2993].
4. The reflex actions, we find, are quite at variance to what some would determine; and yet, as we find, with the proper examination these are the conditions that exist:
5. In the 6th dorsal we find a subluxation that, with the character of lesion that has formed there, combined with a plethoric condition existing in the colon, produces a neuritic pain. While the very nature, or twist, causes acute conditions through chest and heart activity, we do not find an organic heart trouble. However, with the continued pressure, and the manner in which there is the flow of the circulation between lungs, heart and liver, the thrombose area may be flooded so as to cause that heaviness which exists in the area just below the sternum - or the breastbone area - to cause a weakness there, unless corrected.
6. These as we find are the conditions.
7. Then, to correct same:
8. We would begin, first, with a very GENTLE osteopathic relaxation; followed by an emptying of the colon by the use of high colonics.
9. Then gradually, - about twice or three times a week, - correct - gradually - those conditions existent in the dorsal areas indicated.
10. And with another ten or fifteen days have another colonic.
11. Then, being careful as to diet, there should be a much better condition with this body of [2993].
12. If there is the mental attitude for creative and for the correct purposes, this should enable the body to carry on - and to be a contribution of helpfulness to others.
13. Do that.
14. Ready for questions.
15. (Q) Any specific diet to follow, or what should I avoid?
    (A) Avoid any of those properties that are too rough, as to irritate the colon and portions of the jejunum - that is, not too much of fats. And beware of combinations of starches. But have sufficient of the vital forces, as the whole grain cereals, plenty of fruits and vegetables that tend to be laxatives.
16. (Q) Do you feel that I can return to active business, and carry out a number of plans I have in mind, concerning business activities?
    (A) As indicated, do these things and we should find much bettered conditions.
    But do not do one without the other. There should be first a gentle relaxing, you see; then the colonic (which should be given scientifically), and then a little more of the relaxing as the body rests following this first treatment, you see. Then, of course, three times a week, or every other day, have the osteopathic adjustments - until time for the second colonic. And we should find this heart condition quite different, and almost from the first gradual relief of the quick pains through portions of the body, and that heaviness in the lung area as indicated.
17. (Q) Is it possible to regain my health sufficiently to again apply for a commission in the Service, and therefore fulfil my desire to do my part in the present emergency?
    (A) Read that just indicated. If this application is not merely for what others will think, or what self desires to contribute, and knowing the reason why, it will be able to be done.
18. We are through for the present.

    Two copies to Self (one for a good osteopath and physiotherapist)
    Copy to Ass'n file
    (We would refer you to: Dr. Marion A. Dick, 5041 Spruce St., Phila., Pa., or Dr. H. J. Reilly, RCA Bldg., 1250 Sixth Ave., N.Y.C., or: Dr. C. Coy Honsaker, 131 So. 22nd St., Philadelphia, Penna.)

BACKGROUND

1. 3/23/43 [2993]'s ltr. to EC:
   My dear Mr. Cayce:
   I have just read a review or ad on your new book in the Saturday Review of Literature, and of course have ordered same. Even before I read it I am taking the liberty of asking for your cooperation concerning myself. I sincerely trust that you will not object, and will make my message as brief as possible.
   I am forty-nine years of age and was born in Williamsport, Indiana on the Wabash river. Have always led extremely active and fairly successful life. Am now married for the third time, and very happy except for health. First girl I married was from ..., Indiana and died in 1923. Second marriage was to a local girl and divorced two years ago. Married again one and one half years ago, and as stated, very happy.
   Have always been afflicted with bad throat trouble. Am the ... dealer here and most successful. Was recommended for rating as major in the Air Force last Fall, and passed physical O.K. However shortly before being called into Service I was attacked with heart trouble, called coronary occlusion, and was in the hospital from October until Christmas and have been confined to my home ever since. Just now getting out a bit.
   Have recently had a dozen X-rays taken and a fluroscopic examination which lasted one-half hour. The doctors can not find a single thing wrong with me which is causing three or four pains each day and which I have had since the first day I entered the hospital. They have finally stopped all medicine except nitroglycerin tablets which I take whenever pain occurs, which as stated, happen about three or four times each day, and sometimes are so rugged that my pulse slows down to about one-third normal rate. For some funny reason each pain seems to be synchronized with a "burp", and if I can "burp" successfully the pain immediately disappears, without having to take a nitroglycerin tablet.
   Question. Must I make up my mind to go through the balance of my life with several pains each day, which will affect my business and life in general, or should I seek further medical advice? The local doctors are just about to send me to another specialist in Boston to get their diagnosis confirmed or changed. The pains have been with me for five months.
   I bear a high reputation in ... and have been very prominent in many Civic affairs. Am on the board of directors of three ... corporations, and can furnish excellent references through banks, etc. I am reluctant to write a letter like this, but am very discouraged. Is there any advice or assistance you can give me? [2992]
2. 4/20/43 [2992]'s ltr. to EC:
   My dear Mr. Cayce:
   I have read the pamphlet thoroughly and feel that I have a clear understanding of your work. I have read only parts of the book, "There is a River", and do not believe it necessary to digest same in detail. Mrs. [...] is carefully reading it and is quoting passages and excerpts to me so that I will have a clear picture of the subject and contents. As I stated I feel that I now have this.
   It is my sincere desire that you understand my motive in contacting you. I am not curious or trying to satisfy some emotional whim. I need help and I need it badly, and I request your cooperation as soon as possible. I have told you the nature of my present ailment and difficulty. If you want additional information concerning my case, please let me know. I know that the doctors are on the wrong track, and I have seen the best in this part of the country including a recent visit to Dr. Samuel A. Levine of Boston. I cannot endure the pains, loss of sleep and indecision of doctors much longer. It is actually suggested that I consume a generous amount of liquor each day to reduce the severity of the so-called heart pains. To-day I have decided to cut out all liquor, as it produces gas and an acid condition in my stomach, and the gas, in my own opinion, increases the pains. As stated in previous letters I have had dozens of X-rays and fluroscopic examinations, and the doctors cannot actually put their fingers on any specific thing or cause of trouble. Every few days they are changing medicine. However you may count on me to secure the assistance of physicians in connection with anything you can do for me.
   Therefore I am taking the liberty of enclosing check and application for Reading. Will you please make this an EMERGENCY PHYSICAL READING. Later I will want a Life Reading.
   I have attempted to make my case as clear as possible. Is there anything else you desire to know? I am a very normal, energetic and ambitious business man. My present ailment interfered with my getting a commission as major in the Air Force, as transportation officer. I passed my Army physical O.K., and was awaiting call for active duty when I contacted a local doctor for what I called indigestion, and he told me I had a heart ailment and sent me to the hospital for two months, and then home for three months. I am now getting out a bit, but the trouble which caused me to go to the hospital is much worse, and the doctors do now know what to do or say. You might be interested to know my highest ambition and objective; to regain sufficiently good health to again make application for commission in the Service, and when the War is over, to follow out a very aggressive business program which I have in mind.
   I am now placing myself in your hands to assist me in obtaining my objective if possible. Thank you for your kind consideration. [2993]
3. 4/27/43 [2993]'s ltr. to EC:
   My dear Mr. Cayce:
   Referring to your letter of the 23rd, it is my understanding that you will be prepared to give me a physical reading Sunday afternoon, May 9th at 3 to 4 P.M., and I shall be prepared to comply with the request mentioned.
   On the date stated I will be at my camp or ... which is a small lake quite close to a little town called ... unless of course, illness would prevent my going to camp. However I am certain that I will be there. My camp is about twenty-six miles from ... Please know that I appreciate your cooperation by giving me a reading on the date stated.
   My questions are as follows:
   Do I have heart disease, and if so, what kind? Also what is the remedy for my present illness.
   Can you suggest anything to relieve the pains I am having?
   What is your diagnosis of my present illness?
   Do you feel that I can return to active business, and carry out a number plans I have in mind, concerning business activities?
   Is there any possibility of my regaining sufficiently good health to again apply for a commission in the Service, and therefore fulfill my desire to do my part in the present emergency?
   If you have anything to add to the above, or any suggestions of any kind to make, I will appreciate same very greatly.
   Kindest regards, [2993]

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