An Enjoyable Vacation
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Better Eyesight
A Monthly Magazine Devoted to the Prevention and Cure of Imperfect
Sight Without Glasses
Copyright, 1921, by the Central Fixation Publishing Company
Editor, W. H. Bates, M. D.
Publisher, Central Fixation Publishing Company
Vol. VIII. - July, 1923 - No. 1
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An Enjoyable Vacation
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By M. E. Marvin
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Vacation time is with us again in all its glory, and most everyone is
looking forward to some change in environment during the next few
months. Some are pouring over "Blue Books" mapping out their trail
for their auto-camping trip. Others are concerned about the mode of
bathing-suit being used at the seashore this summer, while the rest
are intent on the more dignified pastime of replenishing their
wardrobes that they may more appropriately enjoy the splendors of the
mountains.
Whether in the woods, at the seashore or in the mountains, we want
to say to our friends and subscribers again, "Do not be tempted to
wear "sun glasses." Of course most of you who are familiar with Dr.
Bates' book, know the reason of this. He has proven again and again
that the sun is very beneficial to the eye. Sometimes one experiences
temporary discomfort, but this is not harmful, and when one learns to
"swing the sun" properly as advised by Dr. Bates, it always proves a
relaxation. Anyone wanting further information on this subject is
invited to write to us at this office.
This is the time of the year, when those wearing glasses, who have
not had the good fortune to learn of Dr. Bates' method, find
themselves more uncomfortable than ever. Eye glasses are a handicap
in every sport or pleasure in which one wishes to indulge, and it is
for those who know how they can be dispensed with, to spread Dr.
Bates' message. You will meet all cases of defective vision this
summer, and when an opportunity presents itself, prove yourself a true
friend, and tell those who will listen, just how the glasses can be
left off, and with a few moments spent in palming and swinging, the
benefits will be readily manifested.
Last fall, we received quite a few testimonials from those who had
learned of this work on their vacation and with the aid of the book
were enabled to discard their glasses. We were also deluged with
inquiries which were the result of these "vacation chats."
You will find that nine out of every ten people wearing glasses
are only too pleased to learn how their eyes can be cured without
them. They know that glasses do not eliminate the defects. They know
that while in some cases temporary relief is afforded by the strong
magnifying lenses, it stands to reason the eye is not functioning
naturally, since it is straining itself all out of shape to conform to
the shape and strength of the glass lens.
While we are anxious for you to help as many people as possible it
is also our wish that all our friends continue to practice and help
themselves during vacation. The following instance may prove of
interest. A lady telephoned Dr. Bates this week, asking him what she
should do in regard to her son who is Dr. Bates' patient. They are
going to travel through the state on a week's motor tour, and she was
wondering if her son should palm while riding. Dr. Bates said that
riding is extremely beneficial. The scenery, the road signs, and
houses all seem to move, and this demonstrates the fact that the
normal eye should never be stationary, but should continually see
things moving. The boy while enjoying his trip, can also practice
swinging various objects. If he strains while traveling he can close
his eyes and imagine the trees, the road, etc. This is equivalent to
palming, and the mental relaxation is immediately apparent.
To get back to the main point at issue. When one meets a friend
anxious to learn how to get rid of glasses, and all the attending
discomforts, tell him all you know. We are very busy in our new
office, but we shall be glad to give all the information at our
command, and to explain any parts of the book that may appear
ambiguous.
We are looking forward to encouraging reports from all our friends
at the end of vacation-time. Take your book "Perfect Sight Without
Glasses" and your Snellen chart with you and you will find that your
vacation is a happier one in a great many ways.
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