LDLN - No 008

Magazine Overview

This issue of "LUMIÈRES DANS LA NUIT" (Lights in the Night), issue number 8, dated October 1958, is dedicated to "all those who, throughout the world, passionately seek truth." The magazine's stated purpose is to provide lights in the current "night of humanity," guiding readers towards new horizons and highlighting precious, often overlooked truths. The cover features a prominent quote from Jesus: "Seek and you will find." The issue is presented as a monthly publication founded by R. VEILLITH.

"Vers la Lumière" (Towards the Light) - Editorial

The editorial, titled "Cherchez et vous trouverez" (Seek and you will find), begins by referencing Jesus's words and emphasizing the necessity of seeking truth in an era where things are often disguised or distorted, making it easy for honest individuals to be misled. It highlights the "travesty of thought" as particularly dangerous, leading to all other forms of deception. The editorial identifies "lies," the universal evil that "gnaws at our world," as a tool used by those who wish to conceal truths that could liberate others, especially when these truths threaten their own interests. This deception, it argues, is why humanity wanders in darkness, unsure of its path. However, the editorial offers hope, stating that "lights are appearing" from the current night, though they may take time to illuminate the masses, much like in the past. It acknowledges the efforts of often unknown individuals who strive to preserve and share "true eternal truths." These truths, however, are not readily accepted by an era characterized by "iron, fire, and blood," and a humanity "bogged down in materialism" that systematically rejects what could save it. The editorial concludes by asserting that universal laws govern all things, and that ignoring them leads to misfortune, citing the example of gravity. It reassures readers that those who earnestly seek light will eventually find it and benefit from its radiance.

"Le Cancer, ce Redoutable Inconnu" (Cancer, This Dreaded Unknown) - By Joseph ANDRE

This section features an article by Joseph ANDRE, a collaborator whose previous work on cancer was published in the prior issue. This installment presents a more extensive document from ANDRE, focusing on the causes of cancer, a disease that, at the time, claimed a life in France every seven minutes. ANDRE, who collaborated with Auguste LUMIERE on various projects, particularly concerning the subject of cancer, shares his research. He recounts developing a "toxinoscope" in 1923 and conducting experimental research into the origin of cancer. His findings led him to believe that the disease is primarily due to a cellular imbalance or "anarchy" within cells, a concept already recognized by prominent scientists. ANDRE also observed that this condition was provoked or activated by "harmful radiations" from the soil, air, earth, water, and food, as well as from man-made sources like high-tension wires and household appliances. He perceived cancer's "tentacles" or radiations everywhere. He notes that animals and plants are also susceptible, citing examples like geranium sarcomas. ANDRE's research into the decomposition of air and water, and chemical analysis of soils, led him to believe he had found traces of these radiations. He credits M. CHEVILLON for being among the first to discuss this revelation and M. TREIL for publishing his initial study. ANDRE's toxinoscope revealed that "every bacillus, microbe, or virus vibrates on a metallic toxin," and he found this to be true for cancer as well. He posits that if microbes have their own toxins, then a "cancer microbe" must exist. He further elaborates on organic reflexes, suggesting that internal imbalances can cause epidermal shock and the appearance of lesions, which he links to Auguste LUMIERE's theories. ANDRE claims to have found "fugitive imprints" in these reflexes that tended to be spherical, a discovery that intrigued him. He mentions that Professor CALLIGARIS of the University of Rome, through experimental studies on reflexes, obtained images of the cancer microbe, which ANDRE found to be similar to his own findings using "formative waves." Despite these findings, ANDRE notes that the existence of a cancer microbe has not been taken seriously, and the origin of cancer remains a subject of disagreement. He criticizes the prevailing view, stating that the microbe theory is the most contested. ANDRE used photomicrographs of cancerous tissues, obtained through the methods of biologist Paul GASTOU, to develop his "microbial revealer," which detects bio-microscopic agents. He acknowledges that his device does not identify all microbes and viruses, and that science is far from understanding them all. He quotes Dr. ROUX of Laroque, who argues that while microbes might be present in cancerous tumors, it's unclear if they are the cause or consequence. ROUX also highlights the theory of telluric origins, suggesting that prolonged exposure to ground radiation could be a primary cause, a view supported by German and French physicians. ANDRE also touches upon toxic origins, noting that most authors today accept that cancer is toxin-based, especially if these toxins are hereditary. He cites the opinions of LANDOUZY, GAUCHER, TOURAINE, HUTINEL, AUDRAIN, SERRES, and E. DUROUX, who suggest that ancestral syphilis might predispose individuals to cancer. Other invoked causes include gonorrhea, malaria, streptococcus, alcohol, and tuberculosis. ANDRE suggests that Auguste LUMIERE's work on heredity indicates that tuberculous heredity, through its sclerosing action on tissues, might be at the root of certain cancers. He observes a correlation between cancer and tuberculosis, suggesting a possible microbial inversion or affinity between the two. He believes a treatment could be developed by applying a single weapon to combat both affections, as one often hides while the other is disarmed. ANDRE concludes that the complexity of cancer is significant and that it might be contagious, similar to other microbial diseases. He reiterates his belief that cancer is both a toxic and microbial condition, exacerbated by harmful environmental radiations (telluric, dietary, drug-related, and chemical). He states that when these factors resonate, cancer appears, and a pre-cancerous state can be induced by any one of these causes. ANDRE shares that he is a subject of experiments himself and has observed cancer in plants and poultry, even inoculating them with cancerous tissues or substances. He recounts losing a loved one to cancer in 1952 and believes that if he had possessed his current knowledge then, that person might not have undergone surgery. He emphasizes the value of studying biological reactions on oneself, though not everyone is suited for it. He also mentions collaborating with Alexandre Murat on the "effects of carbon monoxide intoxication."

Further Research on Cancer and Tuberculosis

ANDRE recalls his collaboration with Auguste LUMIERE, during which they established potential links between cancer and tuberculosis. He references newspaper reports from the time about the rise in lung cancer, noting a 500% increase in mortality over twenty years, with its causes not scientifically established. He quotes a report from the "American Cancer Society" stating that lung cancer has the most dramatic increase and the fewest remedies. ANDRE then discusses Auguste LUMIERE's significant work, "Le Cancer et le Secret de sa genèse" (Cancer and the Secret of its Genesis), prefaced by Professor Léon BERARD. ANDRE's response to LUMIERE's work, dated August 31, 1953, expresses his deep interest, as he had also conducted extensive research on the subject. He agrees with LUMIERE that skin cancer is a disease of certain scars, a view he has long held. He notes that while different bacilli can cause various cancers, they often settle on weakened body parts, leading to ulcers, tumors, or neoplasms, frequently preceded by scar formation. He confirms that wounds and scars are present in skin cancer cases. ANDRE believes there is a microbial origin that causes a pre-cancerous state, affecting bodily fluids and leading to an excess of fluorine, followed by an increase in cholesterol and other chemical elements. He asserts that cancerous cells share characteristics with normal cells, and biological reactions are similar. However, the overall bodily reaction results in an "excess of vibrations" due to perturbations in cellular ions. He explains that biological analyses might not detect this subtle imbalance, which manifests as an abnormal vibratory state, an excess of fluorine, and an increase in white blood cells, among other effects. He suggests that there are multiple categories of cancers and that further study is needed. He concludes that the best remedy for this terrible disease lies in nutrition, as it provides the element favorable to cancer's evolution, potentially being the primary cause.

"Les Réponses du Raisonneur" (The Reasoner's Answers) - By DE RAISONNEUR

This section addresses reader questions, particularly concerning the concept of "universal attraction." The author, DE RAISONNEUR, argues that universal attraction is a fiction. He uses the example of satellites in our solar system: stars are satellites of our galaxy, planets are satellites of our sun, and various meteors are satellites of planets. He points out that no satellite has its own sub-satellite, which he finds remarkable and indicative of a good reason. His explanation is that planetary satellites do not possess their own attraction. He argues that if matter inherently possessed attraction, the Moon would not be devoid of satellites, especially given the abundance of meteors in space. He criticizes astrophysicists for planning to send a rocket to become a lunar satellite, suggesting they lack foresight. DE RAISONNEUR clarifies that he is not attributing attraction to our planet alone. He questions the term "attraction," contrasting it with "centrifugal force" (which is not called "repulsion"). He suggests that the term "centripetal force" should be used instead of "attraction" to avoid misinterpretation. He posits that this "centripetal force," responsible for gravity, exists for any celestial body that is the nucleus of an "ether vortex." He extends this concept to the Earth and its sister planets, the Sun, and the galaxy itself, all of which he describes as being part of larger vortex systems. This hypothesis, he claims, offers a plausible explanation for the "apparent" expansion of the universe. He also addresses the origin of tides, attributing them to the Moon's "imbalance" and using the analogy of a sling and a stone to explain how the Earth's rotation, influenced by the Moon's movement, creates tidal effects. He also discusses why orbits are elliptical, attributing it to "excess speed" rather than attraction, and argues that this explanation better accounts for planetary movement. He states that the Moon lacks its own "centripetal force" because it is a "dead" celestial body, devoid of a vortex. The section concludes by stating that these answers may lead to further questions.

"La Course à l'Abîme" (The Race to the Abyss) - By Charles-Albert REICHEN

This article, by Charles-Albert REICHEN, agrégé de l'Université, continues a discussion initiated in previous issues about the current state of humanity. REICHEN analyzes the "anguishing question" of humanity's trajectory, drawing from his work "La fin du monde est pour demain" (The end of the world is for tomorrow). While acknowledging that humanity now possesses the scientific means to end life on Earth, he disagrees with those who believe such a destiny is inevitable. He suggests that future articles will explore prophecies concerning the near future, but he does not foresee a catastrophe that would threaten the entire planet. He uses the proverb, "Never is the night darker than when the dawn is about to break," to offer a glimmer of hope. REICHEN observes that human history follows an inexorable curve: as the global population increases, wars become more frequent and deadly, and the degradation of the human person intensifies. He notes that while material progress brings benefits to a larger number of people, the misery of the working classes grows, and human degradation accelerates. He contends that only scientific discoveries seem to justify the idea of progress. He contrasts modern achievements with those of the Ancients, who, despite their intellectual prowess in philosophy, literature, and art, never built locomotives or cast cannons. REICHEN suggests that the Ancients did not pursue such applications because they either did not desire to or because their conception of science did not aim for practical applications deemed dangerous or harmful. Their focus was on the "disinterested search for principles." He highlights that the Ancients knew of the atom but not the atomic bomb. He cites examples like the Chinese discovery of gunpowder for fireworks, and the Greeks demonstrating the principle of reaction for children's toys. He mentions Democritus's discovery of the atom through reasoning around 450 BC, noting that the translation of these facts into the language of electricians was missing. He points out that Lucretius, centuries later, explained atomic grouping by their fall in a vacuum and by a property called "clinamen," without fully grasping that gravity is an effect of the internal constitution of atoms. REICHEN admires the Ancients' prudence and disinterestedness, suggesting they intentionally avoided the practical applications of science that could be exploited for selfish gain. He concludes this section by stating that "The Cult of the Golden Calf. For in fact, all misfortune comes from there, all our trials have only one cause: the commercialization of the spirit."

Selected Books

The magazine includes a list of "NOS LIVRES SELECTIONNES" (Our Selected Books), offering titles related to ufology, astronomy, nutrition, agriculture, atomic dangers, vivisection, and vital problems for humans, with prices listed in French Francs. Orders should be accompanied by payment and sent to M. R. VEILLITH.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue revolve around the pursuit of truth, the critical examination of established scientific concepts (like universal attraction), and the exploration of complex health issues (cancer). The magazine adopts a stance that challenges conventional wisdom and encourages readers to question accepted theories, presenting alternative perspectives often rooted in esoteric or less mainstream scientific ideas. There is a clear emphasis on spiritual and philosophical underpinnings, with frequent references to "light" versus "darkness" and the importance of seeking inner truth. The editorial stance appears to be one of intellectual independence, encouraging deep inquiry and a holistic understanding of phenomena, while also expressing concern about the materialistic and commercialized direction of modern society and science.

This issue of "LUMIERES DANS LA NUIT" (Lights in the Night), published in the 4th quarter of 1958, delves into a critique of contemporary society, focusing on the overwhelming dominance of economic interests over politics, morality, and intellectual pursuits. The publication, directed by R. Veillith, is printed in French and priced at 30 francs per issue, with subscriptions available.

The Rise of the 'Trapézistes'

The issue opens with a reflection on Renan's words about the disappearance of nobility and the rise of a 'trapézistes' mentality. The author interprets 'trapézistes' not in their ancient sense of money-changers, but as modern financiers, bankers, and speculators whose primary concern is their bank accounts, stocks, and values. This economic focus has permeated nations, leading them to engage in market speculation, intrigue, and the sacrifice of human life for resources like oil. The core of humanity's existence, it is argued, has become the act of buying and selling.

This economic primacy is seen as a fundamental error, a deviation from the path that ancient sages instinctively sought to avoid. The modern world, driven by this economic imperative, has fallen into a trap where the economy dictates politics, and politics dictates morality.

Grandeur and Misery of the Savant

The article then shifts to the plight of the intellectual and the scientist in a world obsessed with mercantilism. The saying "Science does not pay" is presented as a stark reality in a society that values only profit, epitomized by Guizot's infamous maxim: "Enrichissez-vous!" (Enrich yourselves!). Consequently, disinterested knowledge falls into discredit.

The author contrasts the practical-minded individual, who enjoys luxuries like a luxury car, with the underpaid academic, such as a Sorbonne master who can barely afford the metro. The pursuit of practical affairs, even if it leads to disaster, is prioritized over intellectual depth. The article highlights the irony that while a nation might suffer from shortages, those who control the supply (the 'practical' ones) profit.

Examples are given of scholars, like a Sanskrit professor at the School of Oriental Languages, whose work is so poorly compensated that they are forced to teach basic Latin in a preparatory school. Laboratories at the Collège de France are described as being in a state of disrepair, yet surprisingly, discoveries are still made there. The text suggests that even the development of a "minuscule atomic pile" (referring to the 'sympathetic but very weak Zoé') is not solely for theoretical research but is driven by military necessities that demand attention to atomic matters.

The Intellectual as a Commodity

On page 12, the critique continues, questioning how an intellectual, discouraged, poorly nourished, and scorned by the ostentatious wealth of the parvenus, would not seek to profit from the situation. The author asks if one can blame them for selling themselves to the highest bidder.

In American or Soviet universities, intellectuals might find a higher standard of living and greater consideration than in Europe, though this consideration is often given to the "big financier" or the black market prince. The intellectual caste is portrayed as despised, while the military obeys powerful economic interests. Knowledge and labor are reduced to mere commodities, their value determined solely by the laws of supply and demand.

Science itself is subject to speculation, with states merely following the impulses set by private individuals. This leads to two consequences: one internal (affecting the scientist) and one external (affecting society or the state).

The Savant as a Slave to the Iron Law

Internally, the scientist, like the worker, is subject to the "iron law" of salaries. Whether a university professor or a research head in a public or private lab, they are paid for their work, but the fruits of that labor escape them. Control over their inventions and discoveries is economically devolved to anonymous corporations or the sovereign state, which exploits and manages these new forces generated by the scientist.

The article uses the example of the Hiroshima bombing. Niels Bohr and other scientists whose years of disinterested research made the tragic event possible must have realized, "We did not want this!" This highlights the ethical dilemma faced by scientists whose work can have devastating unintended consequences, consequences they did not desire.

Subscriptions and Publications

The latter part of the scanned pages includes subscription information for "LUMIERES DANS LA NUIT." An ordinary subscription for 6 issues costs 150 francs, while a supporting subscription costs 300 francs. International subscriptions are also available. A specimen copy can be requested.

Additionally, it is noted that issues 1 and 7 of the "Collection de 'LUMIERES DANS LA NUIT'" are out of print, while other issues are available for 30 francs each. The publication is directed by R. Veillith, who also serves as the printer and publisher, based in Le Chambon-sur-Lignon, France. The printing date is indicated as the 4th quarter of 1958.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue revolve around the critique of materialism and economic determinism, the marginalization and commodification of intellectual and scientific endeavors, and the perceived moral decay of modern society. The editorial stance is clearly critical of the prevailing economic system and its negative impact on culture, science, and the intellectual class, advocating for a re-evaluation of values beyond mere financial gain. There is a strong undercurrent of concern about the military's influence on scientific progress and the potential for unintended consequences of technological advancement.