This psychic reading given by Edgar Cayce at the office of the Association, Arctic Crescent, Virginia Beach, Va., this 30th day of November, 1942, in accordance with request made by the self - Mr. [437], Associate Member of the Ass''n for Research & Enlightenment, Inc., through Mr. [257].
P R E S E N T
Edgar Cayce; Gertrude Cayce, Conductor; Gladys Davis, Steno.
R E A D I N G
Time of Reading 10:30 to 10:50 A. M. Eastern War Time. New York City.
1. GC: You will have before you the entity, [437], ..., N.Y.C, his business, his mental, spiritual and material life, his associations and associates and especially with the association of [257], of ..., N.Y.C. Please advise [437] how he can use his abilities, associations and connections for the best interests of the war effort to serve his country in the best manner possible to help win the war and at the same time attend to his personal affairs or keep his own business going for development after the war. After you have directed this entity in the best channels, you will then answer the questions which we will ask you:
2. EC: Yes, we have the body, the enquiring mind, [437]; this we have had before.
3. In considering the offering of self in channels to be of aid to the united effort in winning the war, many things and many conditions are to be taken into consideration.
4. If the idea is that the entity, with its associates, may be the gainer by place, position or activity, it would be well NOT to consider same. If it is a sincere ALL OUT effort to be a means, a channel for assistance to the armed forces in the various channels, then this must be the choice - according to the purpose, according to what the entity desires to do at this time. If the purpose is in those channels as of lack of self or of self's interest, that the effort is made, then those channels through and in which the entity is most capable may be used as a means for a contribution that will be invaluable to the effort. And at the same time associations may be made, connections established, that would enable the entity after the war or conflict to carry on in those channels of producing entertainment that will not only be remunerative in its nature but contributing to the moral and spiritual welfare of his fellow man.
5. In those offices in England, preferably, may the entity offer its services and supply those activities as to be a
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contributing influence for good for the armed forces; through those channels that have been established or set up by the united effort - or in the USO, or similar activities. Through these activities, then, should the entity offer self - if this is the choice; that the activities may be in line with that effort being made.
6. Ready for questions.
7. (Q) Should the entity consider going to London as a representative of U.S.O. to aid the morale of the troops in England or can he better serve in a different capacity in the U.S. to accomplish the same results? (A) As indicated, the reason as to why the entity would offer self must first be analyzed. If it is an "all out" effort on the part of the entity to serve in an unselfish manner, then offer self in or through those channels. And there will come from same the associations and connections that will be valuable - yea, above value in the experience of the entity after the war. If this is to be done FOR the purpose of making other than that character of effort, you better forget it!
8. (Q) Is this the time for him to consider the continuation of the producing film business, considering the conditions of the country, the war effort, etc.? (A) There are certain types, certain characters of pictures that - if they were produced - would be a contribution at this time to the war effort, as well as paying projects or opportunities. But, as a general thing, much of these are to be curtailed.
9. (Q) I have three pictures in mind to produce: The Stars and Stripes Forever, based on the life and music of John Philip Sousa - (A) (Interrupting) This would be one that would be acceptable; the others - forget 'em for the present!
10. We are through for the present. Two copies to Self (one for [257]?) Copy to Ass'n file e