This psychic reading given by Edgar Cayce at his office, 115 West 35th Street, Virginia Beach, Va., this 23rd day of February, 1929, in accordance with request made by her husband, Dr. [...] [a pharmacist].

Present: Edgar Cayce; L. B. Cayce, Conductor; Gladys Davis, Steno. Dr. and Mrs. [4252] and Mr. Rideout.

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1. EC: Yes, we have the body here, [4252]. Now we find there are abnormal conditions with this body. These have to do with the eliminations of the system and the effect as has been produced in same by the accumulation of drosses not eliminated in various portions of the functioning organs, and the condition brought about by same.
2. Now these are conditions as we find them with this body, [4252], we are speaking of. First:
3. IN THE BLOOD SUPPLY, this we find impoverished, naturally, through poor elimination, as well as poor clarification, or oxidization, as the conditions as exist in throat, bronchials, trachea, and the effect same has produced in system is a portion of the complications as are seen in many parts of the body.
4. IN THE NERVE SYSTEM, this we find - both the cerebro-spinal and the sympathetic nerve system - offers the greater part of the seat or cause of conditions, by the effect as produced in these centers from which much of the radial incentive comes, from various portions of the segments in the cerebro-spinal system; for with the accumulation of these impurities - as should have been eliminated from the system - the tendency of these segmentated centers to bring about those conditions as produced by such accumulation, the improper incentives are natural effects of the affectation as is produced by such condition in the functioning of the organs, as receive their impulse from such centers. Hence we find - as there has been in the system from time to time - various portions of the body as have suffered under the stress and strain of a high taut or a high tension nerve system, first in the cerebro-spinal, then when the system began to force itself to function under the strain of SYMPATHETIC system, the condition became MORE acute on account of this taking on, as it were, the same condition. Hence the sudden loss in the weight, in the ability to force self farther, or - as might be termed - a FULL nervous breakdown with functioning organs under sympathy, not only of the nerve system but of the accumulation incentives from functioning in the organs themselves, from the nerve centers and radials.
5. IN THE FUNCTIONING ORGANS, as seen, many of these suffer under the stress and strain of the condition existent. The head, neck, throat and lungs OFFER that of the greater distress. At the same time, the greater improvement may come to the body through these very same conditions, for with the assistance of the system to produce the proper reflexes through the activity of a purified blood supply, the carbon may be added to system in such a manner as to bring resuscitation to the functioning of the system, and aid the whole body in its ability to recuperate. Also there must be considered the abilities of the system to bring about the collaboration of the eliminating systems in their proper order and distribution, for to produce - in a condition as existent in this body, [4252], an overtaxation to one portion of the system through the non-cooperation of the rest of the eliminating system would be to only CENTRALIZE the condition in some one portion of the functioning organs in elimination. Either, then, the lower hepatic circulation, liver and kidneys, lungs, or that of the digestive system, would be the sufferer, without this proper coordination being brought about as the condition would be assisted or ELIMINATED from the body.
6. In the functioning of the organs, then, these must be kept, as given, in this way of keeping in the way of cooperation, or collaboration, or cooperating in the PROPER manner of elimination. Through the respiratory system must come the proper amount. Through the alimentary canal must come the proper amount. Through that of the distribution through the hepatic circulation the liver in its function, both as excretory and secretive, must be kept in balance. That of the eliminating through the kidneys, and through these portions of the system, should be kept in balance.
7. To add, then, for this body, that vibration as will bring about the resuscitation of the forces in the body, we would BEGIN with these - though there will be found that it will be necessary for a change from time to time to bring about the normal forces for this body.
8. Begin first, then, using these as inhalants for the body. These should be prepared, then, in this manner, and USED in the manner as is outlined.
9. First there should be that of pure apple brandy, as would be kept in a CHARRED container - not of any other but a CHARRED container, at least two quarts of same in a container twice the size of the quantity, and so arrange that this being kept near a fire will produce fumes above same, and same may be inhaled into the throat, bronchials and lungs, at least twice each day - not a solution, only that gas as is thrown off by evaporation from same. This will act as a healer for the lungs, the throat, the larynx, and the whole system. Also a stimuli for the blood supply as will be carried into the system by this being inhaled.
10. Then we would use THIS as an inhalant that may be used whenever there is the necessity of reducing the irritation as is produced in throat by that of the improper relation of the sympathetic and cerebro-spinal nerve system, from the 4th and 5th dorsal, 4th, 3rd, 2nd cervical, to the throat - in attempt of the system to throw off through these portions of the body. This will act only as a CLEANSER, and as the form of the active forces in preventing the spread of infection from conditions that should be ELIMINATED from the body:
11. To 4 ounces of at least 85% alcohol, add:

    Eucalyptol.....................22 minims,
Benzoin.........................5 minims,
Rectified Oil of Turp...........5 minims,
Rectified Creosote..............8 minims,
Canadian Balsam................10 minims,
Tincture Tolu in solution.......4 minims.

12. Keep this in a glass corked container at least twice the size of the amount of solution. Do not shake solution until ready to be inhaled. Inhale both through nostril and through the mouth.
13. To cleanse the nostril region, where there has been infection in the soft tissue of face, nose, antrum, and other portions of this part of body, pour a portion of this solution in hot boiling water and cover head, inhaling same in the nostril - not through mouth, but in the nostril.
14. When shaken cold, inhale in mouth AND nostril - but to CLEANSE the nostril HEAT in boiling water; for each of these properties are thrown off at a DIFFERENT heat, and it is necessary that head be covered to receive benefit from same.
15. Let the diet, while these treatments are being administered, be those of blood and nerve tissue building properties - but of the alkalin reaction in the system. Hence those of the juices of fruits, of nuts and the like, are the PRINCIPAL foods. Juices of BEEF may be taken, but not the flesh. This should be extracted by heating, but not added in, other than the juices as prepared in proper seasoning. Plenty of salines, or plenty of salt for the body. Salt rubs, when the manipulations are given osteopathically, would be well for the body. Rubbed until the HEAT is brought to the exterior portion of body. These will aid in stimulating the blood supply, as the inhalants will aid internally. The manipulation should be such as not to relax too SUDDENLY, but that the activities of the body may be kept in proper coordinating through the system.
16. Keep these for at least three weeks - the inhalants, the manipulation every DAY, not deep - but for three weeks. Then we would give further instructions. Do that, [4252]. We are through for the present.

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BACKGROUND

1. 2/23/29 She was present for the reading, saying that since 1928 she had been suffering with asthma, bronchitis and gall bladder trouble.

REPORTS

1. 2/25/29 GD's note: Today Mrs. [4252] entered Cayce Hospital for treatment.
2. 2/25/29 Hospital Admission Application form:
   APPLICATION FOR ADMISSION AS PATIENT TO HOSPITAL OF ASSOCIATION OF NATIONAL INVESTIGATORS, INC., VIRGINIA BEACH, VIRGINIA
   The undersigned, [4252], hereby makes application for admission as a patient to the CAYCE HOSPITAL, owned by ASSOCIATION OF NATIONAL INVESTIGATORS, INCORPORATED, Virginia Beach, Virginia, to be treated for (To be filled in by physician) - Asthma, Bronchitis and Gall Bladder trouble.
   On consideration of the acceptance of this application the undersigned agrees to abide by all rules and regulations of the Institution as promulgated by its officers and physicians, and hereby, without solicitation or inducement of any kind whatsoever, applies for treatment in said Hospital according to the methods and in the manner that may be prescribed by the officers and physicians in charge of said Institution, and especially applies for a diagnosis and treatment according to the CAYCE PLAN OF SCIENTIFIC DIAGNOSIS AND RESEARCH.
   It is especially understood that neither the said Association, nor any of its officers, physicians or attendants, employed by or connected with said Hospital, guarantee any cure or any specific result from the diagnosis which may be given or the treatment which may be prescribed, and said parties shall have no liability for any result from said diagnosis and any treatment which the patient may receive pursuant to this solicitation, for the malady of which said patient may be suffering.
   The under signed represents her history to be as follows:
   Name: [4252] Age: 45 Sex: Female Place of birth: Petersburg, Va. Married or Single: Married Nearest relative: Husband Address: ..., Va. Nature of Malady: Gall Bladder trouble with Asthma When first apparent: May 1928 Previous Treatment therefor: (blank)
   REMARKS (blank) Date Feb. 25, 1929 [4252]
3. CAYCE HOSPITAL REPORT in the case of [4252]:
   Feb. 25th, 1929. Came to hospital for examination. Took first osteopathic treatment. Feb. 26th. Did not have a comfortable night. Coughed a great deal. Osteopathic treatment.
   Feb 27th. Feeling about the same. Has only been able to get one pint of brandy but has all other medicines and is following suggestions as given in reading. Had four hours good rest last night. Osteopathic treatment.
   Feb. 28th. Just about as she was the day before. Suffered an attack of asthma during the night. Osteopathic treatment.
   March 1st. Physical condition better. Osteopathic treatment.
   March 2nd. Condition seems to be better. Had an attack of asthma during night but not so severe or so long. Osteopathic treatment.
   March 4th. Physical condition better. More cheerful and is improving. Osteopathic treatment.
   March 5th. Doing very nicely. Coughed quite much during night but had no asthmatic attack. Osteopathic treatment.
   March 6th. Coughed quite much during night. Coughed up quite a lot of vicious looking matter during night. Osteopathic treatment.
   March 7th. Doing fairly well. Had an attack of asthma during night but not so long. Slept well except for about an hour during asthmatic attack. Osteopathic treatment.
   March 8th. Physical condition better. Reports a good night's rest and feeling better this morning. Osteopathic treatment.
   March 9th. Doing very nicely this morning. Had a slight attack of asthma during night, but not so long or severe. Very cheerful this morning. Osteopathic treatment.
   March 11th. General condition is improving. Had a slight attack of asthma last night. Has taken a little fresh cold. Osteopathic treatment.
   March 12th. Better this morning except for quite a bit of coughing. Appetite good. Osteopathic treatment.
   March 13th. Holding her own very well. Appetite good. Did not rest very well last night due to coughing but had no asthmatic attack. Osteopathic treatment.
   March 14th. Feeling much better and had a good night's rest. Much more cheerful this morning. Osteopathic treatment. March 15th. Doing fairly well. Had a bad attack of asthma during night. Osteopathic treatment.
   March 16th. Doing fairly well this morning. Had a bad coughing spell last night and a slight attack of asthma but not so severe. Rested fairly well. Osteopathic treatment.
   March 18th. Doing fairly well. Had a bad attack of asthma during night. Did not sleep much. General condition same as it was Saturday. Osteopathic treatment.
   March 19th. Had a bad attack of asthma yesterday afternoon about five o'clock. After that, rested fairly during the night. Has quite a bit of soreness on the left side in the region of the ninth rib. Soreness seems to be externally only. Osteopathic treatment.
   March 21st. Seemingly little better this morning. Had a bad coughing spell during night but no asthmatic attack. Not quite as much soreness in her left lung. Osteopathic treatment.
   March 23rd. Physical condition is better. Had an attack of asthma last night and is feeling rather badly to-day. Osteopathic treatment.
   March 25th. Physical condition very good. Coughed quite a good deal. Had no asthma last night. Condition just about the same as has been for several days. Osteopathic treatment.
   March 27th. Just about the same. had a severe attack of asthma during the night, otherwise doing nicely. Osteopathic treatment.
   March 30th. Suspended treatment. In some particulars has improved, but her condition is very unsatisfactory. She has not followed treatment satisfactorily at all. Quitting of her own accord and we are dismissing her.
4. 8/15/40 Mrs. [4252] requested another copy of her reading.
5. 6/14/62 GD's note: Mrs. [4252] is still living and has been active all these years, apparently in good health. She and her family have exhibited an interested and cooperative attitude in regard to the EC work.
6. 4/24/74 She died in her home, after a short illness.

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