Sir:

It is my considered opinion and, I am sure, others have opined similarly, that sex, per se, is a spirit force. I feel, and I am intuitive to a marked degree, that the important thing is not the orgasm but the relationship on a deeper personal basis with another that counts. Easy familiarity with something as occult as a soul is a coarsening influence on the the pursuer. The world was not put together for such gross and roughshod purposes. You get to KNOW very few people in a lifetime, as it is. This is because the true self is not so chummy with you as you would like it to be. In the last analysis, sex does not familiarize you at all with another in most cases. It is actually a wall of emotion put in the way of true soulacquaintance.

I sum up with my contention that science, especially physics, will crack wide open the hermetic seal that has held man in bondage for ages. Of course, Socrates knew that the astral world existed. This is why he did not fear to venture into death. It meant only going into another vibration. Sex "continues" in the astral realm, but it does not do so well in the purely spiritual realm which is not subject to emotion, but is the source of IDEAS. If a man balances his drives in a lifetime, he has a foothold on wisdom and even sanctity. And I say unto you that no dogmatic "churchianity" and pompous piety will hold back this denouement. It will be here sooner than they think. They never preached Christianity, only "priestianity" and vanity.

Mr. V. Santa Monica, California

MORE ON THE "REBELS WITHOUT A CAUSE"

Dear Mr. Legg:

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We are all following with extreme. cern ONE's legal battle to reverse the illegal seizure of your property. Although from this distance not all of the details are clear, it is not difficult for us to imagine that similar extra-legal action might be attempted by dissident members of other homophile groups unless an example is set to discourage this by firm legal action by ONE, Inc.

We are going through the usual growing pains. One of our problems is to make ourselves known to the people in the Midwest who are interested in the homophile move-

ment.

We realize that this is a very trying time for ONE, Inc., but any publicity that you can provide would be most appreciated. A mention of our existence in ONE would be helpful. Good luck and best personal regards.

Roland Keith, Secretary Mattachine Midwest, Chicago, Illinois

EDITOR'S NOTE: Mattachine Midwest maintains a mailing address (NOT office) at 4753 No. Broadway, Chicago, Ill. 60640.

Sirs:

My own association with voluntary organizations with whom I am employed has long since taught me that through strife can come great good. During your period of trial you have been driven to extreme efforts to contact your loyal supporters. In fact I have had more written words from you in the past three months that I would normally receive in twelve. To you this may seem like needless work, but it is the stuff of which vital organizations are made.

Enclosed you will find my cancelled cheques if you require them for action in your damage suit. I have also enclosed a further contribution toward covering your losses during this time, plus my monthly support to December, 1965. We must continue resolute in our purpose to serve one another. We should all consider the motto of the organization for which I work-"NOT FOR OURSELVES ALONE."

Sir:

Mr. M. Toronto, Ontario

I want to congratulate you on your handling of your recent legal problem, and the outcome to date. I'm sure the final outcome will also be right, and will recognize the proper, lawful officers.

Sir:

Mr. A.

Atlanta, Georgia

I am glad to hear that you took legal action aginst the Cahuenga group. It was tough enough to keep going without having to put up with emotionally immature and unstable staff members. I want to contribute the enclosed $50.00 to the cause. Please renew my subscription.

Sir:

Mr. C. Detroit, Michigan

Thanks for your letter of 26 July. I am sorry to hear of the unfortunate goings-on, and do hope that the situation will soon get sorted out as I am sure that it does not do anyone any good to have rival editions of your magazine in circulation. I am currently receiving both; no doubt they will one day be of historical curiosity.

As I recently had a letter from "the other side," I am writing to them gently hinting that I feel it would be a good idea if the situation were resolved in an adult manner. If they want to pursue a separate existence, why can't they call themselves something else?

Mr. G. London, England