' '' ■ ;t -'-- , -"-; , " , v Kllli ;.:■■'.■.'•:'■- WSBBSSi mm oca HIS <8K? BSKi 11111 11111 IS 11118111$$ 111111111 ■ r * v - WS j? % * -* 0^ c° N £» ■•/ - ... v ■ ;* --y . ... v ■ ■ ^ x ^ ,/ *'\L2 ■W : ^ "^ ,^ V< V ° .• & V C> ^ . ^ ^'7 7 ^:^S:'^yz:-'S^i^' ** **.. & 9 : tamffi.Cul)e tHmt>etsitj> FOUNDED ON Solar and Personal Magnetism 1897. BY F. B. ORMSBY Chicago The Pyramid-Cube University is the outgrowth — an evolu- tion — resulting from long years of research in the study of Natural Law — the finer forces that relate the varied mani- festations of life to each other and to the primal cause that underlies each and every phenomenon in this vast realm of being. Make your city a university center. Have a university in your midst. Here is your opportunity. Offers every child a university training. Gives every person a university association. Brings every branch of learning to your door. Opens up a new life in your community. Makes you equal with other university centers. Enables your boys and your girls to compete with the world in matters of education and culture. Benjamin Franklin said: ''If a man empties his purse into his head, no man can take it away from him. An investment in knowledge always pays the best interest." Every child should have the advantages of a University education. It is due every person, young and old, to have the opportunity to frequently visit a University. This University differs from all other institutions of learn- ing in that the basis of its work rests upon the law of causa- tion, an unchangeable and eternal principle, that connects phenomena to Infinite Energy — Force, Life. The condition of the world is such that there appears to be no fixed basis for thought. Every department of learning is burdened with theoretical speculation that conveys no defi- nite information to one in search of truth, and which tends to mold the mentality of man in a cast of indecision, doubt, fear and irreverence for truth. To meet the demand for a short, quick method of charac- ter reading at sight, the Pyramid-Cube University issues for its students this volume, containing the text of a simple and comprehensive study of human nature — traits, tendencies, capabilities, vocational adaptation, co-ordinations, auric col- ors and gems; with numerous sidelights on the development of the higher faculties of being leading to truth, knowledge of self, understanding of human nature, and the attainment of Wisdom and Success. The book is furnished with or without the extra test les- sons given by correspondence. University Degree S. C. D. (Sight Character Delineator) conferred on those who take the complete course and pass the final examination. Terms for complete course on request. /r»\nt . ^ rw* * JUL I I 1919 Make Your Town a University Center 7*. ■^^y T ^ : ^^4fr r fy r ^^ |» Tff SI -' r ^''^llJMfc Br Plan — Front Elevation Founded by f. e. Ormsb/ . Steel Construction PYRAMID CUBE UNIVERSITY incorporated , 89 7 Chicago A University brought to your door. A building after the above plan to be erected at every county seat, and in every city in every state of the Union, thus giving all people the advantages of a University con- nection, association, education and culture. THE SACK'S KEY TO CHARACTER AT SIGHT Prefc rerace KNOWLEDGE ENNOBLES PERSONALITY. The Science of Magnetism Reveals the Truths of Nature Human Nature Study Is a Revelation Every Person's Life Is a Mystery Without This Revelation Knowledge of self is the highest attainment. To know the nature, temperament, physical and mental characteristics and adaptability of a child the moment it is born is one of the greatest achievements of man. No other knowledge thus far evolved sheds so much light along the pathway of human endeavor. It inspires confidence, promotes health, banishes fear and eliminates disease. It solves the mystery of the new born babe and places its life clearly under the intelligent guidance of its parents. It tells what to do with the boys. It tells what to do with the girls. It forewarns and forearms at every step in life. It saves time, money, worry, adult and infantile suffering. It makes for harmony, peace, pleasure and greater pros- perity. GET RIGHT * * * "Know Thyself." "Get Knowledge and Understanding." "With Understanding comes Wisdom." "And Greatest of all is Wisdom." In ancient time from mouth to ear, The early Sages, old and wise, Imparted truths — the way made clear- To secrets of the earth and skies. Today the world's constructive thot, By genius of advancing light, Thru pen and press is clearly brot, To all who seek the truth aright. When Truth is known, Mystery becomes transparent. When Truth is lived, Falsehood becomes transparent. When Truth Analizes, Theories become transparent. When Truth is the basis, All things become transparent. THE SAGE'S KEY TO THE SAGE'S KEY TO CHARACTER AT SIGHT CHARACTER AT SIGHT The Solar Symbol. Diagram 1 Carved in the stone floor of the Great Pyramid of Giza, the ancients made an enduring record of the Zodiac, the only carvings within and without this wonderful structure, discovered and decipherable by man at the present time. This fact should arrest the attention of every thinker and reasoner seeking the truths of nature. So accurate, scientific and far-reaching in its scope and application in the attainment of knowledge, it may, without fear of contradiction, be claimed as the Sages' Key to the secrets of nature's finer forces and the relation of man thereto. In the study of human nature therefore, this symbol is necessarily basic to the correct analysis and comprehension of personal attributes, character, qualifications, adaptations, and all that personality means in the manifestation of indi- vidual being. Expressing in symbolic form the operation of nature in the clustering of organized matter-protoplasm — in the causa- tion and evolution of forms — it is divided into twelve sec- tions or fields, showing the principle and action of radiant energy emanating from the sun, the center of our solar system. These twelve fields being constantly charged with solar magnetic vibrations from this center, and stimulated by the ever moving and changing radio-activity of the several planets within the solar circle; which movements and changes from field to field produce varying activities and effects, brings us to the logical conclusion that the phe- nomena of life must in some way be linked and affected by such an array of magnetic power. Studious minds, thru ages of time, discovered certain qualities and effects upon life and character; and these find- ings were recorded and handed down from generation to generation, evolving the while the deeper knowledge and understanding which finally led to the discovery of the science of Solar Magnetics. The truths given in this course — the system employed — is a result which untold thousands of years of patient re- search and demonstration made possible. Therefore, the author and discoverer of the principle and science of Solar Magnetics has reconstructed the system and study of life and character, simplified the method of procedure and appli- cation, and brot within the grasp and comprehension of the average mind this sublime science. THE SAGE'S KEY TO NOTE: Honest criticism is sometimes in order, to cor- rect erroneous ideas in the study of things scientific; and without reflection on those who have attempted to fathom the science of life and character and present a system for the elucidation of the subject, the author desires that the science as herein presented shall be compared and tested with the view to bringing more clearly to mind the fact that many works are in circulation which are erroneously con- structed. Chief among the errors are the readings given relative to the sign of birth and the elemental character thereof. To say that one born in the sign Aries is ruled by the sign Libra, is erroneous. To say that such a one is born in the element air is contrary to the fact. Therefore, with the zodiacal chart and the delineations in accord with science as herewith presented, one may see at a glance that this work, tho contrary to others, is scientifically correct. By this system one is in a position to get right. The zodiac shows the twelve divisions or magnetic fields and the main points of the figure: fire, earth, air, water, as to their elemental character; and mental, vital and neutral physiological designations; as well as the division into quar- ters: — quarter of love, quarter of knowledge, quarter of wealth, and quarter of labor; thus giving to the zodiac three distinct divisions representing the figure in its specific as- pects as a symbol of solar functions, conditions, influence and general bearing as a key to the mysteries of life and character. When the earth is passing thru one of these twelve signs, all births that occur during this period of about thirty days, must of necessity be related to this particular field, element, quarter and physiological nature of said section of the circle. The sun, moon and planets, and all the forces of nature stimulate the elemental quality of the sign or field. There- fore, those born while the earth is in the sign Aries are born in the element Fire, the function of the head, a Mental divi- sion, and in the quarter of social life, called the quarter of love. The time of the earth's entry into the several signs varies somewhat from year to year; sometimes a little later and sometimes a little earlier, owing to variations in the degrees of a circle and the number of days, hours and minutes con- stituting the year. Approximate dates of entry and leaving the signs is given to show the movement of the earth thru the twelve solar fields during the year: CHARACTER AT SIGHT Birth Signs *< N Aries— Sept. 22 to Oct. 23. Mental, Fire, Qr- of Love. Taurus— Oct. 23 to Nov 22. Vital, Earth, Qr. of Love. Gemini — Nov. 22 to Dec. 21. Neutral, Air, Qr. of Love. Cancer— Dec. 21 to Jan. 20. Mental, Water, Qr. of Wisdom. Leo — Jan. 20 to Feb. 19. Vital, Fire, Qr. of Wisdom. Virgo — Feb. 19 to Mar. 21. Neutral, Earth, Qr. of Wisdom. Libra— Mar. 21 to Apr. 21. Mental, Air, Qr. of Wealth. Scorpio— Apr. 21 to May 21. Vital, Water, Qr. of Wealth. Sagittarius — May 21 to June 21. Neutral, Fire, Qr. of Wealth. Capricornus — June 21 to July 22. Mental, Earth, Qr. of Labor. Aquarius — July 22 to Aug. 22. Vital, Air, Qr. of Labor. Pisces — Aug. 22 to Sept. 22. Neutral, Water, Qr. of Labor. With the foregoing explanation of the signs, quarters and natures of each field, the correct positions and relatedness of births are scientifically established. Individuality and Personality Duality of Being Every person is Dual in character and manifestation. Each one possesses an inner being, comprising hidden qual- ities, resources, tendencies, capabilities and many distinct characteristics, which a complete horoscopic study alone brings to light. Each one also has a Personality dominated by environment, education, training and habits, built up to a state of activity which may readily be discerned and analyzed thru observation of form, features, carriage, head, hands, and movements, in the expression — the manifestation — of being. The sign of. birth relates to Individuality; but the Person- ality, the appearance, the expression, the way Individuality will be surcharged by the mighty powers of the solar field and urged on in its evolutionary development and manifesta- tion in Personality, is determined by the sign of the East, the Rising sign at the time of day the birth occurs. There- fore, a simple diagram (See No 1), is given that makes it easy for one to locate the rising sign. Thus the sign of birth determines feeling, emotion, desire — the things contem- plated and hoped for, while the Rising sign determines the form, features, mental poise and expression — the Person- ality manifestation; and from the latter, that which is of the surface and observable, the art of sight reading takes its cue. 10 THE SAGE'S KEY TO Locating the Rising Sign To find the Rising sign, and approximately the degree of the sign rising at any given time of the day of birth, refer to diagram The Solar Symbol and note the following points and application. The, figure illustrates the Rising sign of one born on the first day of January. The earth is at ten degrees of the sign Cancer. A line from the date in circle, January first, extends thru the center of the earth and sun to the opposite side ending with a diamond point. A dia- mond point is also shown at the other end inside the day circle, and these diamonds point to the divisions in black and white denoting five degrees each, which divide each sign consisting of thirty degrees into five degree units, or units of the three hundred and sixty degrees of the complete circle. The date point also shows the beginning of the day at Midnight. The second line is drawn at square angle or ninety degrees with an arrow point. Now suppose the . time of day on January first at which the birth occurred to be midnight, or the first minute of the first hour of the day January first. As midnight is always opposite the sun point and in direct line from the center of the earth to date of birth, the dia- mond at January first shows the zenith or overhead point at the time, midnight. The Eastern angle by reason of the earth turning on its axis always toward the east (see dart), figuring from centers, would be ninety degrees to the east. The diamond near the midnight point shows ten degrees of the sign Cancer, hence ninety degrees east brings the Arrow point to ten degrees of Libra, the Rising sign and degree of the sign for the day, hour and, practically, the minute of birth, midnight. As the signs of the zodiac each represent two hours of time, it will be seen that if the birth occurs February first, the earth would be about ten degrees in the sign Leo and the diamond point would be in line with February first and thus throw the Arrow point to about ten degrees of the sign Scorpio, the Rising sign and degree of midnight on that date. Thus the principle applies around the circle. But suppose the time of birth on January first to be two A. M. The midnight point would still remain the same and all that is required is to count fifteen degrees for each hour past mid- night, which in this instance would be thirty degrees for two hours, and take the degree then overhead, which woul i be ten degrees of Leo. This shows the zenith or overhead point for two A. M., and by counting ninety degrees or three signs in the direction of the Arrow point, it would place the Rising degree ten of the sign Scorpio. By simply drawing a line thru the center of the sun and earth to the day of birth for any day of the year a definite scientific basis is formed which enables one to locate the Rising sign any day, hour and approximately the minute. CHARACTER AT SIGHT 11 NOTE — For convenience, after one becomes familiar with the principle and application, one may count from the Mid- night point forward until noon, thus covering the A. M. division of the day. After noon or beginning at noon, the opposite diamond point may be taken for the degree count, and thus save one-half in time of reaching the Rising sign and degree. For example: If on January first the birth time was four P. M. begin the degree count at the diamond point shown in Capricornus, ten degrees, and fifteen degrees for each four hours after noon would bring the zenith, the point over- head, at sixty degrees on from the diamond point or to ten degrees of the sign Pisces. Ten degrees of Pisces would be the time point of the birth. Now counting ninety degrees farther gives the Rising point for four P. M f which would be ten degrees of the sign Gemini. Remember that four minutes of time equals one degree of space; a birth point or any point on the surface moving forward one degree every four minutes; this being the speed of the axial rotation of the earth. The lines shown in this system represent Concentric An- gles of the Zenith, Nadir and rising sign — a feature of the Heliocentric principle in the science of solar magnetics. NOTE — What is known and used as the Geocentric point rising at any given time varies a few degrees from the Heliocentric showing; and to determine this variation it is necessary to consider Latitude in connection with the time of birth, which requires more technical study and mathemat- ical knowledge. It may be stated in a general way, how- ever, that the Geocentric point rising is a few degrees farther along than is shown by the arrow from June 22 to December 22, and correspondingly farther back toward the zenith from December 22, to June 22. The variations extend from the equator to the poles. They are too technical for this simple course. TO SUMMARIZE. The foregoing explanations show: 1. The solar symbol — the Zodiac. 2. The twelve solar magnetic fields. 3. The elemental character of the several fields. 4. The Physiological and mental qualities. 5. The four quarters of the solar circle. 6. The Concentric angles — the zenith and the east. 7. Illustrations of the Rising sign. 8. Concentric and Geocentric variations. With these essential points relative to the zodiac we come to the consideration of man, the human race, and his rela- tion to this solar configuration. Like the zodiac, man is composed of twelve functional divisions or departments of being. Each function is mag- netically related to one of the signs, and this relationship is fixed in the eternal law of causation — cause and effect — - and has come to us in this symbolic figure from the ancients and is always found to be correct. 1- THE SAGE'S KEY TO Man — The Race — Male and Female Relation of Signs and Functions. Refer to Diagram 1. Aries, Mental, Fire, Function of the Brain. Taurus, Vital, Earth, Nerves and back brain. Gemini, Neutral, Air, Lungs. Cancer, Mental, Water, Chest. Leo, Vital, Fire, Heart. Virgo, Neutral, Earth, Stomach. Libra, Mental, Air, Bowels. Scorpio, Vital, Water, Sexual organs. Sagittarius, Neutral, Fire, Thighs. Capricornus, Mental, Earth, Knees — Cords — Joints — Bones. Aquarius, Vital, Air, Calves — Shins. Pisces, Neutral, Water, Feet. Each function being circumscribed by one of the solar magnetic fields partakes of the magnetic quality and char- acter of the field; and the place or sign of birth, the sign or field in which the earth is moving on any given date of birth, is the physiological magnetic center and function of being. Around and upon this birth functional center all of the forces of the solar field and all other forces universal, act and pro- duce effects. From this function the radiations, and mani- festations of being emanate and express the life currents of nature in Personality. Therefore, man is an epitomy, a finite manifestation, of Infinite life; an image of the vibrations and forces of the Infinite. Thus, "In his own image, " and in this manner "God," Nature, in the universal laboratory, spontaneously created life, and man evolved as the Master mind. Reading Character. The foregoing fundamentals are essential to the correct understanding of the science of life and to the Art of read- ing character at sight. Errors are unavoidable without this basic foundation upon which to form an analysis and judg- ment. When the day and time of birth is known a very interest- ing and comprehensive study of the signs and elemental influences may be made relating to character and the general attributes of being. The Birth sign delineations are condensed in simple form to show the leading points to be found in the application of the system or art of reading character from the Birth sign — the day of birth. NOTE — Many persons do not know their hour or minute of birth, in which case, the Birth Sign alone may be used to delineate the general nature and leading traits of character. CHARACTER AT SIGHT 13 Birth Sign Delineation Individuality. ARIES— September 22 to October 23. If born any time from September 22 to October 23, your Birth Sign is Aries, the positive, mental, fiery sign and field of the social quarter of the solar circle, relating to the front brain, and symbolized by the Ram. This shows that you are a deep thinker and reasoner; independent in thot and action; with a strong will; intense feeling; imaginative; idealistic; intuitive, penetrating, analytical, zealous, intellectual, cour- ageous, self reliant; voluble; brilliant in conversation, and endowed with the gift of vision or clairvoyance, which makes you an apt student of human nature, quick in penetrating the surface appearances of things and drawing pointed decisions, indicative of unusual ability to read character at sight. You delight in change and new sensations; you are per- sistent and progressive; possess much self esteem and love admiration; you admire the beautiful in all that pertains to the higher manifestation of life. Aries relates to the function of the front brain; hence, this function is the magnetic center of your being; this shows that you dwell much and long upon all important matters that attract your attention; therefore, you are ever seeking relief, an outlet, for the mind, which is overly stimulated by a constant rush of ideas, impressions, that lead you here and there in many and varied undertakings. Being rangy in thot and inclined to venture, gives you a wide experience and general education in many lines, making you an apt scholar with ability to lead and direct others in various occu- pational departments of business and finance. You resent dictation. You can be led by logic, but seldom driven. VOCATIONAL ADAPTATION. You belong in the lines of promotion, traveling, soliciting, advertising, archi- tecture, engineering, surveying, the profession of law, drug- less healing, teaching, lecturing, and such vocations as are termed mental occupations. Your complete personal horo- scope must be consulted to learn which of these vocations is the most promising for success. Opportunity in mentioned lines should arrest your attention- HEALTH. The function of the brain being extremely sensitive and high-strung, subjects you to afflictions such as headaches, brain fever, neuralgia, and ailments that come from undue mental excitement and strain. The constitution is strong, and with no severe planetary interferences, longev- ity is assured. Care in diet, exercise and elimination will usually overcome these afflictions and insure good health. CO-ORDINATIONS. In "business, marriage and social life, you harmonize best with those born in the signs Gemini, Leo, Libra, Sagittarius and Aquarius. Your Astral gem or birth-stone is the opal, which suggests personal decorations in harmony therewith — jewelry, ties, colors and figurings in apparel — that make for focalization of the magnetic aura of being and a more tidy and dressy appearance. 14 THE SAGE'S KEY TO Birth Sign Delineation Individuality. TAURUS. October 23 to November 22. If born any time from October 23 to November 22 your birth sign is Taurus, the vital, earthy sign of the quarter of love, relating to the function of the nerves, the back brain and seat of the nervous system; symbolized by the bull. This shows that you possess a highly nervous and vital tem- perament, which makes you keen and sensitive^ physically intense and high-strung; with a somewhat rigid and set mentality; holding stubbornly to your theories and opinions; unswerving in your course of action; contemplative and fixed in purpose; argumentative when opposed; but easily softened and led by sympathy, kindness and, especially, affection. The mind dwells much on the physical things of life — prop- erty, wealth, accumulation, good things to eat, and such things as bring pleasure and gratification to the senses. You take life quite seriously. Everything is vital and im- portant. You possess much daring and tend to rush blindly into schemes rather than waiting to work out a well con- ceived plan. You are inclined to be somewhat slow in ex- pression and action, but when aroused you are highly ex- citable, vehement and pugnacious. Pride and ambition are leading traits of character. Your nerve and daring often lead to unusual experiences. VOCATipNAL ADAPTATION. You belong in the larger, heavier lines of commercial enterprise, such as manu- facturing, jobbing, building, shipping, and allied business in- terests. You co-ordinate with large undertakings in the capacity of carrying out plans and producing results. Posi- tions with such interests and investments in such lines are favorable for success. HEALTH. As the sign Taurus relates to the function of the nervous system, the back of the head and neck is the chief point of attack when afflictions come that tend to upset the circulation. Chills, and nervous ailments, which sometimes extend thruout the system, are the main things to guard against. Pains in the back of the head and neck are the danger signals. Magnetic and osteopathic treat- ments are the safest and most beneficial as a means of quick relief. The appetite being keen should be curbed. Rich foods and overeating is the usual aggravation that en- dangers health. CO-ORDINATIONS. In business, marriage and social life, you co-ordinate best with those born in the signs Can- cer, Virgo, Scorpio, Capricornus and Pisces. Success in business is enhanced by proper co-ordination. Your Astral gem or birthstone is the topaz. Focalize your magnetic currents with this gem and you will make a better impression on every one you meet. All decorations should harmonize with this stone. CHARACTER AT SIGHT 15 Birth Sign Delineation Individuality. GEMINI— November 22 to December 21. If born any time from November 22 to December 21, your birth sign is Gemini; the neutral, airy division of the social quarter relating- to the lungs, and symbolized by the twins, the union of life, the home. This sign of birth shows that you are negative, impressional, intuitive, keenly psychic, sensitive and quick; impulsive, excitable, changeable; and you take on the condition round about you in a way that enables you to feel and analyze the hidden meanings and states of people and things you contact. You take on and throw off conditions rapidly; thus you become one with your surroundings, and every change and variation in magnetic effects is productive of sensations, good or otherwise, in sympathetic accord therewith. You are dual in nature in that you are overly credulous at times and at other times quite the reverse. Your keen psychic qualities keep you in a highly keyed and responsive state, that enables you to analyze and read character and diagnose mental and physical ailments at sight. You are versatile, optimistic and capable to give advice and relief to those in distress. Your psychic powers are far above the average, and by careful develop- ment such gifts may be turned to a useful purpose in the demonstration of the finer forces — the soul consciousness. VOCATIONAL ADAPTATION. Being endowed with such highly psychic qualities, you belong in some occupation of the lighter and finer sort, in which detail and delicacy constitute the essential features — jewelry, laces, toilet ar- ticles, notions, pictures, pottery, painting, sculpture, fine and delicate machinery and appliances, art goods, literature, books, needle work, arts and crafts goods, and similar lines. Bookkeeping, journalism, pubJic speaking, stenography, mil- linery, decorations and music, are also among the vocations in harmony with your natural talents. A selection, according to environment and opportunity, from this list of adapta- tions, will bring desirable results. HEALTH. Delicate in constitution, changeable, yielding, receptive and impressional, the tendency is to take on all manner of ills of the lesser sort that affect the nerves and produce lassitude and depression. However, conditions are rapidly thrown off, hence, there is seldom any danger from such experiences. Neurasthenia and lung affections are the chief severe afflictions to guard against. Only when the planets, shown in the complete horoscope, form extreme combinations, is there any serious trouble. CO-ORDINATIONS. In business, marriage and social life, you co-ordinate and harmonize best with those born in Leo, Libra, Sagittarius, Aquarius and Aries. Your Astral gem or birth stone is the turquoise. Per- sonal adornments — pins, ties, rings, designs, colors and fab- rics, in harmony with the turquoise, amplify your powers. 16 THE SAGE'S KEY TO Birth Sign Delineation Individuality. CANCER — December 21 to January 20. If born any time from December 21 to January 20, your birth sign is Cancer; the strong, mental, watery sign of the quarter of knowledge; relating to the chest, the arterial sys- tem and framework of the body, symbolized by the crab. This shows that you possess a strong mental nature, some- what aggressive, resourceful, expressive and voluminous in speech. You have a strong will and a persevering intellec- tual bent. You are easily irritated and you naturally express freely your likes and dislikes relative to persons and things in general. You readily become interested in cults and isms — something new for the mind to feast upon. You have a strong constitution conducive to longevity. You enjoy de- bate, and all intellectual controversies attract your attention. Being active and rangy in thot you are an apt student of up-to-date developments in the business and educational fields. Your strong mentality makes you somewhat domi- neering and stubbornly opinionative. You seek knowledge relative to your interests with the view to becoming master of its details and possibilities. You are philosophical, an- alytical, technical, persistent and unyielding except under the good graces of the opposite sex. You desire to be at the top in all matters relative to business and social life. VOCATIONAL ADAPTATION. Your mentality sug- gests intellectual pursuits — teaching, law, medicine, specula- tion, brokerage, commission, insurance, buying and shipping, the managerial position in corporate institutions, in govern- ment, banking and such lines as call for rangy intellectual ability. Some of the lesser lines of trade may be entered into safely, but unless the planets of your birth are favor- able, large enterprises involving financial responsibility, should be considered with caution and reserve. Continuity is not especially marked, hence, accumulation in the business sphere comes only by persistent and continuous effort along some adaptable line. Deals that turn quickly are more in keeping with your business qualifications. HEALTH. Your sign of birth denotes a strong physical as well as mental constitution; therefore, you are not easily cut down by physical ailments of the ordinary kind. Your chest being your magnetic center, this section is more read- ily affected when the stars line up for cross-current irrita- tions with which you specifically co-ordinate. Congestion, pneumonia, arterial and cancerous accumulations are the things to guard against; which may be minimized by simple diet and abstemious living. CO-ORDINATIONS. In business, marriage and social life, you harmonize best with those born in the signs Virgo, Scorpio, Capricornus, Pisces and Taurus. Your Astral gem or birth-stone is the garnet. Red is a desirable decorative color as it tends to sharpen the auric attraction and enhance your welfare and general appearance. CHARACTER AT SIGHT 17 Birth Sign Delineation Individuality. LEO — January 20 to February 19. If born any time from January 20 to February 19, your birth sign is Leo; the vital, fiery, magnetic field of the quar- ter of wisdom; symbolized by the lion; and relating to the function of the heart. This shows that you possess a deep, emotional, humanitarian and loving individuality; kind and considerate of others; charitable, free-hearted and keenly sensitive; intellectual, inventive, literary, artistic; gifted in oratorical power and dramatic impersonations; forceful in debate; honorable and trustworthy; warm-hearted, cheerful and sociable; possessing sterling qualities which command attention and respect; naturally accomplished in doing things out of the ordinary; overly credulous; kind when in author- ity, and capable in planning and directing in most any line of trade or business. Your will-power and executive, as well as professional genius is very high; you are gifted in re- search and the deeper studies of the phenomena of nature; and, because of the intensity of this functional magnetic center of being, you are a powerful opponent, yet a sympa- thetic and forgiving peacemaker. Disappointments and re- verses spur you on to greater endeavor. You are subject to spells of intense grief which may be brot about from ob- servation of people in general — the states of being. VOCATIONAL ADAPTATION— You belong in profes- sional rather than commercial lines, but you possess ability of the nobler sort as an organizer, leader and manager in large undertakings; especially such as are conducive to the betterment of people in general and to those who are de- pendent. You put your heart into all that you do, hence, you are efficient and determined in carrying out your aims and purposes. Being very free-hearted, liberal and sympa- thetic, you are not strong in matters of finance. You readily adjust and fit yourself into whatever position calls for your services. Teaching, law, medicine, lecturing, preaching, sci- entific research, art, music, drama, are suitable vocations. HEALTH — You are endowed with a strong constitution, but your magnetic center being the heart, you are subject to affections round and about this function; such as pleurisy, excess fire or heat, affections of the diaphragm, ribs, back and sides. Extreme planetary configurations at birth tend to make such ailments more or less severe. Heart failure is the main thing to guard against. Hot baths and massage, with simple diet, is the way to relief. CO-ORDINATIONS — In business, marriage and social life, you harmonize best with those born in the signs Libra, Sagittarius, Aquarius, Aries and Gemini. Your Astral gem or birth-stone is the amethyst. Purples, lavenders, blues, and sharp points of red are co-ordinate colors. They add to the magnetic radiations of your aura of being. 18 THE SAGE'S KEY TO Birth Sign Delineation Individuality. VIRGO— February 19 to March 21. If born any time from February 19 to March 21, your sign of birth is Virgo; the neutral, earthy division of the quarter of. knowledge and wisdom; symbolized by the Virgin. This sign being the function of the stomach, calls for knowledge and understanding of self. It is the function of absorption, assimilation; the building function of being. This shows that you naturally absorb knowledge and your progress thru life is dominated by desire. You are reserved, dis- criminating, quietly active, negatively nervous, imaginative, and inclined to base your judgment on feeling rather than analytical reasoning. Your nature is somewhat hidden and your talents are not readily brot into action; but when they are, you display many excellent, constructive and efficient mental and physical qualities. You are somewhat exacting when in authority, yet diplomatic, tactful and keen in ob- servation and directness of purpose. You have an inventive turn of mind, and being intuitive and desirous of attaining success in your aims and purposes, you seek ideas from others, from books, from any source that enables you to gain information without too much experience and specula- tion with tryouts and expense. You are a reaper. VOCATIONAL ADAPTATION— Being • quiet and re- served naturally, you belong in some occupational field where your hidden powers may be urged to the front, into action; and this is best accomplished in some intellectual pursuit requiring skill in execution of the details connected with the work. You are in good co-ordination with foods, drugs, chemistry, domestic science; materials and requirements for the promotion of such enterprises. In the mechanical lines you are well suited to the printing, publishing, binding, tabu- lating, and recording vocations. You possess managerial tact and diplomacy; and may develop such skill to a prac- tical and efficient service. If especially favored by planetary influences you would make a literary critic. HEALTH — Your sign of birth shows that your innate de- sires lead to overindulgence in the matter of eating. Your stomach, therefore, is the chief function to guard and pro- tect against this craving manifestation of your inner being. You are subject to nervous stomach derangements, which reflect to the brain and nerve center and produce general flatulency and irritations in this part of the system. Dieting above all else is the important thing to consider as a means of relief. CO-ORDINATIONS — In business, marriage and social life, you harmonize more favorably with those born in the signs Scorpio, Capricornus, Pisces, Taurus, and Cancer. Your Astral gem or birthstone is the blood-stone. Jewelry and decorations in harmony therewith enhance the appear- ance. CHARACTER AT SIGHT 19 Birth Sign Delineation Individuality. LIBRA— March 21 to April 21. If born any time from March 21 to April 21, your sign of birth is Libra; the mental, airy section of the quarter of business and wealth; symbolized by the scales. This sign shows your general nature thruout, is light and airy, free and easy, jovial and optimistic; and, like the scales, evenly balanced. You have a quick, active mind; keen perception; and you glide along thru the years with greater ease and enjoyment than those born in either of the other sections of the circle. You are inclined to take life too easy; you pro- crastinate in all that is not at the moment urgent; you love pleasure, beauty, the finer vibrations of music, art, flowers, ornamentation; and you are a good judge of quality, of fab- rics, styles, conditions and Mendings in colors, tones and designs. You are a good and a generally just critic, analyz- ing fairly, logically, and with a high sense of justice. Topics and events of the times interest you. Show, display, cere- monial camouflage, give you much amusement. You enjoy things mystical, occult and out of the ordinary; you are clairvoyant and gifted in prophetic vision, which indicates refinement, courtesy, deference toward others and admiration of the higher attainments of learned and scientific minds. Your life is moulded largely by your associations. You dwell much in a sphere of mirthfulness in which you entertain yourself. Everything tends to amuse you. VOCATIONAL ADAPTATION— Libra being the mental sign of the quarter of business and wealth, it relates you to the marts of trade, exchange, merchandising, the middle man's position in the business world. The scales clearly symbolizes the adaptation. The more refined classes of merchandise, such as fine prints, art goods, delicate fabrics, silks and laces, perfumes and specialties in high-grade lines are usually preferred. Musical and theatrical lines are chief among the professions most suited to your powers and capa- bilities. Fine printing, art printing, publishing and advertis- ing are co-ordinate business interests. You possess natural artistic talent, and with favorable planetary rulings, such gifts may be developed to a high degree of efficiency. HEALTH — This sign shows that your magnetic center is the function of the kidneys and bowels; which are subject to the common ailments relating to this part of the body. Only when planetary effects are severe is there danger o^ serious results. Ordinarily the constitution is strong and quite free from affliction of any sort. CO-ORDINATIONS — In business, marriage and social life, you blend most favorably with those born in Sagitarius, Aquarius, Aries, Gemini and Leo. Your Astral gem or birth-stone is the diamond. Light colors and contrasts are in harmony with this valued gem. Jewelry and decorations in conformity therewith, add luster to the appearance. tO THE SAGE'S KEY TO Birth Sign Delineation Individuality. SCORPIO— April 21 to May 21. It born any time from April 21 to May 21, your birth-sign is Scorpio; the vital, watery section of the quarter of busi- ness; relating to the procreative function, and symbolized by the Scorpion. This shows that you possess a very vital, re- sponsive, energetic, tenacious, shrewd, cautious, keen, critical and secretive nature. You have unusual physical powers that tend to longevity. Your magnetic radiations are "strong and effective in their influence upon others. This shows healing power high in potentiality. You are strong, physical- ly and mentally; direct in manner, and bold and free in mat- ters of speech and action. Being adverse to change you are inclined to concentrate your mind upon matters in hand which enables you to bring about results of the constructive order with the minimum of labor. You are not overly ambi- tious beyond securing such resources as will bring comfort and ease. While not overly generous, you spend freely for the gratification of your personal desires. Your likes and dislikes are intense; passion and kindness, love and jealousy, temper and sarcasm, are traits that need attention. VOCATIONAL ADAPTATION— You co-ordinate with such professions as physician, surgeon, magnetic healer, osteopathy, chemistry, mental and spiritual research, psychology; and y6u possess hypnotic power far above the average in this field of practice. In the commercial sphere you find your most agreeable vocation in lines dealing with metals, tin, iron and minerals of all sorts; and such trades as require mechanical skill in the conversion of such metals — moulders, smiths, grinders, and producers of edged tools and scientific instruments and appliances. You also possess strong qualities for the position of solicitor and promoter of the interests of corporations, insurance, commission busi- ness, and such positions as call for service rather than finan- cial responsibility. You possess excellent qualities for the detective service. You are adaptable to many and varied positions in the business world. HEALTH — Your sign of birth gives you an exceptionally strong and enduring constitution thruout. The generative organs being the magnetic center of the system, suggests the location of most of the affliction that needs to be over- come. Extreme planetary rulings produce strictural ten- dencies in the region of the bladder and passageways, the nerves and ducts of this section. Constructive living, diet- ing and doing, is the remedy. CO-ORDINATIONS — In business, marriage and social life, you harmonize best with those born in the signs Capri- cornus, Pisces, Taurus, Cancer and Virgo. Your Astral gem or birth-stone is the emerald. Its color is your guide in the selection of designs and decorations which focalize and render more sharp your aura of being. CHARACTER AT SIGHT 21 Birth Sign Delineation Individuality. SAGITTARIUS— May 21 to June 21. If born any time from May 21 to June 21, your sign of birth is Sagittarius; the neutral, fiery division of the quarter of wealth; relating to the hips and thighs; and its symbol is the archer — the huntsman. This sign shows that you have a somewhat negative and visionary or dreamy nature, with large ideas and imagery; aiming at accomplishments of the more pretentious sort; enthusiastic in whatever you under- take; and being morally fearless, loyal, conscientious and religious, you possess many gifts of the spirit as well as of the mind. This shows that you are gifted in the art of social democracy, a natural teacher and leader in thot and action. You love freedom, independence, the larger and rangier fields of study and the open field of communion and recrea- tion. You are mystical and the gift of clairvoyance and prophecy — realization in matters hidden to the average mind — is easily developed to a practical and dependable use. While, you analyze critically you have a high sense of right and justice; therefore, you are a good judge of the finer details in art, music, styles, qualities and all that relates to the character, appearance and conduct of people in social and business life. You have much in your favor for advance- ment, education, higher attainment and accomplishment. VOCATIONAL ADAPTATION— Your vocational field is very rangy. Your sign shows adaptation for traveling in commercial operations, selling goods, advertising, paving the way in pioneer movements; inspecting and checking the works of others; engineering lines; extension work; breaking into new fields for business connections, and following trails that lead to unknown and speculative areas. You are a natural hunter and delight in finding something out of the ordinary and far removed from the usual haunts of men. You shoot your darts of love and your arrows of the chase. with precision, and nothing is worth while that is not tinc- tured with more or less romance. HEALTH — The fire sign Sagittarius tends to produce an excess of heat or fire in the blood, which, when afflicted by congestion, tends to give muscular pains, restrictions in the circulation and interferences with vital functions of the body Muscular ailments and nervous reflection and reactions, which result in fevers, swellings, eruptions and strictures are the main things to keep in check. Diet, sweating and open-air exercise, bathing and romping, are effective remedies. CO-ORDINATIONS— In business, marriage and social life, you blend more harmoniously with those born in the signs Aquarius, Aries, Gemini, Leo and Libra. Your Astral gem or birth-stone is the sapphire. Learn to select co-ordinate and contrasting colors with this choice ornament and you will make more bright and attractive your natural beauty — your appearance. THE SAGE'S KEY TO Birth Sign Delineation Individuality. CAPRICORNUS— June 21 to July 22. If born any time from June 21 to July 22, your sign o.~ birth is Capricornus; the mental, earthy, first division of the quarter of labor, symbolized by the goat. This sign shows that you possess a strong mind backed up by physical re- sources that give you a wonderful constitution, even tno your framework appears somewhat frail and indicative of quite the reverse in physical power. You naturally aim to reach first place in the general conduct of business; there- fore, you possess much power, skill, force and psychological influence adaptable to handling groups of workers in the larger lines of manufacturing and jobbing, building and ship- ping interests. You have much in your favor for large undertakings. Your managerial qualities are far above the average, and constitute your principal natural asset. Plod- ding, patient, persevering, cautious, diplomatic, stern, exact, practical and efficient, you demand and render service in accord with such qualities and principles. Moods of melan- choly and discontent tend to upset the nervous system an i bring spells of depression that weigh heavily on mind and heart. You are quite pugnacious, high-tempered and willful, but usually yield to authority, and when in authority you demand obedience from all who come under your directive position. You are capable as a leader in many branches. VOCATIONAL ADAPTATION— Your mental and physi- cal resources being well balanced and in co-ordination with the larger lines of industry and finance, you belong in the manufacturing, jobbing, building, shipping, ranching, irrigat- ing, agricultural, mining and banking fields of industry. You have the natural power and gifts to begin at the bottom and develop to huge proportions staple commercial inter- ests. Your patience and perseverance enables you to build slowly, conservatively and safely along the lines that lead to large accumulations and success. Therefore, if you find your planetary rulings are favorable, you should begin earl}' in life in some independent action which will afford you an opportunity to make the most of your genius and talent. HEALTH — Your birth-sign relates to the bones, the knee joints; and this shows that afflictions of the bones, joints, rheumatic attacks and nervous depression, are the main dis- turbers of the system. Your constitution being strong, reasonable diet, steaming now and then, and frequent oiling of parts and joints will serve to relieve affliction when it comes. CO-ORDINATIONS — In business, marriage and social relations you harmonize best with those born in the signs Pisces, Taurus, Cancer, Virgo and Scorpio. Your Astral gem or birth-stone is the ruby. Jewelry, front decorations and designs in wearing apparel, should be in harmony with this gem to bring your auric forces to a sharp magnetic radiation and impressive effect. CHARACTER AT SIGHT 23 Birth Sign Delineation Individuality. AQUARIUS— July 22 to August 22. If born any time from July 22 to August 22, your sign of birth is Aquarius; the vital airy section of the quarter of labor; relating to the lower limbs and especially to the ankles and calves; and symbolized by the water bearer, the messenger and carrier of good tidings. This sign shows that you possess a keen, penetrative, mechanical and scien- tific mentality; endowed above the average with talent and genius of the intuitive and inventive sort; and that you are a hard worker and an active all-round operator in the up- to-date developments in field, farm and factory improve- ments. You possess adaptability of a high order, and with little information you advance rapidly to a complete mastery of most anything you turn to that calls for originality and improvement. Your sign denotes refinement; artistic and literary talent; and you feel deeply for others and willingly render service with much gratification to yourself. You are charitable and peaceful, quiet and often enjoy being alone in contemplation of things hidden to the average mind. You are mentally, magnetically and structurally strong and resourceful, and sports afield, tests of strength and efficiency in service, interest you. Games, sports, amusements of all sorts afford you much pleasure. You learn largely from your experience and labors — by works that lead to under- standing and wisdom. VOCATIONAL ADAPTATION— Your leading trait rela- tive to vocational adaptations, is that you love to work, do something, make something, invent some new and useful tool, appliance, system or method, that will enhance pro- duction, save time and labor, and make for more efficient service. You are well suited to the details of office, factory, mechanical arts, literary and scientific research, electrical improvements, and all lines requiring special gifts and tech- nical knowledge to produce results in keeping with the highest development of such arts and crafts. Good stimulat- ing planetary support enlarges one's powers and capabilities and gives much promise of success in manufacturing lines. HEALTH — You are generally quite free from dangerous ailments. Your lower limbs, the calves and ankles are chief sectional regions showing the usual disturbances. Very mild and careful treatment is most effectual in relieving irrita- tions, swellings and pains in these parts. Fasting is espe- cially beneficial. CO-ORDINATIONS— In business, marriage and social relations, you harmonize best with those born in the signs Aries, Gemini, Leo, Libra, and Sagittarius. Your Astral gem or birth-stone is the sardonyx. This means that the color and radiation of this gem is in harmony with the elemental nature of your sign of birth which deter- mines your magnetic aura. Decorate accordingly. 24 THE SAGE'S KEY TO Birth Sign Delineation Individuality. PISCES— August 22 to September 22. If born any time from August 22 to September 22, your sign of birth is Pisces; the neutral, watery sign of the quar- ter of labor; relating to the feet; and symbolized by the fishes. This shows that your functional magnetic center is the feet, and this being the extreme negative section of the solar field, you are naturally a very negative, highly impres- sional, intuitive, responsive and spasmodic being. You are highly surcharged and endowed with the gifts of the medium and psychic. You catch the vibrations of animate nature more readily and deeply than those born in other signs, and the effect is such that you reflect conditions thus brot into your auric field in a very clear and definable interpretation of their meanings, natures, qualities and sources. This extreme sensitiveness tends to hold you back and keep you from forging ahead in the competitive life of the world. You are naturally timid and need urging to bring you out and into the more prominent fields of personal promise. When once you are located and understand your duties, you show marked ability in many directions. You are a natural caterer, loving to serve where kindness and appre- ciation is evidenced by those to whom you render service. VOCATIONAL ADAPTATION— Living largely on your feet you are an active mover in matters of labor and busi- ness interests, whatever they may be. Liquids, fish, fowl, game, produce; agricultural pursuits; catering and hotel lines; and cattle, wool, mining, coal, cotton and crude products: navigation, irrigation, transportation, and such positions as come within range or connection with them. These show the larger field for such as are favored by strong horoscop- ical aspects. Your position in life determines which is the most desirable in the list. You have good qualities for the position of book-keeper, librarian, literary and stenographic work; teaching, nursing, demonstrating special products; soliciting and introducing various utilities in homes, shoos and offices. Activity on the feet makes for a restless life, and for this reason the employment should be changeable. HEALTH — Your feet are the sensitive region of your being, and these require careful attention to keep them free from some one or other aggravation. Soap, water and oil and a good barefoot romp in the wet mud, dewy grass and in the hot sands, is the best in the way of simple treatment. The tissues should be kept soft. CO-ORDINATIONS — In business, marriage and social life, you blend more favorably with those born in the signs Taurus, Cancer, Virgo, Scorpio, and Capricornus. Your Astral gem or birth-stone is the pearl, the gem of the deeps. Your aura of being is reflective of the deeps of feeling and emotion, hence, your appearance is enhanced by decorations in harmony with the pearl. CHARACTER AT SIGHT Zf) Rising Sign After considering the INDIVIDUALITY, as shown by the sign of birth, take the hour or the time of day and locate the sign of the East, the Rising Sign and incorporate its meaning in the continuation of the delineation. For ex- ample: take the figure and date January first. Cancer is the sign of birth, of Individuality, and the rising sign being Libra> it shows the form, height, weight, complexion, color of hair and eyes, general appearance, and tendencies of the mind toward vocational en.deavor. The following delinea- tions of the Rising signs relate to PERSONALITY, the surface appearance and expression of Individuality. To illustrate the composition and connection of the two features of the reading, suppose one is born in the sign Aries, between September 22 and October 23, and the sign rising is found to be Leo. First read the Individuality from Aries and add the Personality reading Leo- This would show a character with the head and heart, the mental and emotional qualities blended together; a combination harmonious in the manifestation of being. It will be seen by reference to the birth sign Aries, that the sign Leo is harmonious therewith; therefore, birth signs and rising signs that are in harmony show like conditions in the nature as a whole. Birth signs and Rising signs when not in ♦harmonic relatedness, produce corresponding inhar- monic tendencies. To know one's self these points must be located and their effects studied. The application of such knowledge and understanding leads to the position of the Master — the attainment of wisdom. In this way one may become master of self through knowledge, understand- ing, wisdom. One then becomes the possessor of the Sages Key to Character. 2C THE SACK'S KEY TO Rising Sign Delineation — Personality. Aries. — When Aries is rising in the East at birth it denotes an average stature, somewhat lean and spare, with fairly large bones; head broad at the upper part, narrowing toward the chin to quite a perceptible degree; ruddy complexion, firm skin, neck rather long, plump shoulders, hair medium to light, inclined to reddish; ears, nose, and mouth medium size; erect figure, head carried a little forward; eyes bluish grey, positive quick sight; talkative, neat, tidy and orderly. (See Aries types in diagrams.) Aries rising shows the manifestation will be positive, active, forceful, courageous, determined and forward; with power and ability to lead, guide, direct in important move- ments and undertakings in philanthropic an.d business asso- ciations. Aries denotes a pioneer in thought and action with a mind tending toward idealism and extremes in aims and purposes; optimistic, philosophical and self-reliant. The pos- itive, penetrating mentality shows ability to get at the deeper meanings of things usually hidden to the average mind. In- dependence and love of freedom leads to ventures in many and varied lines of action — many fields of thought. This shows ranginess in plans and undertakings. Taurus. — Taurus rising at birth denotes a short stature, heavy thick set, strong body; broad full forehead; fleshy- cheeks and jaw; thick lips, showing a keen appetite; darkish blue eyes; medium to dark hair, somewhat wavy; usually broad and prominent nose, inclined to acquiline; straight, stiff figure and carriage; inclined to boldness, which shows a strong front and stubborn personality. (Refer to .diagrams for extreme types and variations.) Taurus is indicative of a vital, mental and physical nature throughout; vehement and defiant, venturesome and daring, which shows power and ability in dealing with the material things of life and business. Manufacturing, building, engi- neering — carrying out plans as contractors, jobbers, financial promoters and executives of the larger undertakings of the business world, gives the taurean nature an opportunity to utilize his talent to the best advantage. Methodical, some- what plodding, reserved, secretive and fixed in aim and pur- pose, they are competent to handle the more pretentious propositions in the business field with assurance of attaining satisfactory results. They are practical mathematicians, adverse to change, hence their knowledge and skill comes largely through experience. Love of music and possible de- velopment of vocal powers in this direction, brings out the finer qualities ^ and deeper feeling relating to the social side of life. This is the normal manifestation of the Personality. CHARACTER AT SIGHT 27 Risinq Si ising oign Delineation — Personality. Gemini. — Gemini rising at birth denotes a tall to medium, thin, upright body, somewhat hollow chest, medium long face;'warm, sanguine to medium .dark complexion; beautiful bluish hazel eyes; hair light brown tending toward a darker shade with age; long arms and hand; quick and active in movement and expression. (See diagrams for variations.) Gemini rising gives one a dual nature — a double manifesta- tion. The highly sensitive and psychic tendency, brings more vitaly and clearly to view the qualities of the inner being — the Individuality — which blends with the Personality, thus giving to the manifestation a perceptible duality in thought and action. The mind is brilliant, versatile, intel- lectual, clever, highly imaginative, inspirational, and con- tradictory in its rapid nights and reactions. The mentality reflects every phase and every change of environment. Literary genius is one of the leading traits, which prompts thought and action. Seldom at ease, evasive, acute, cunning, the nature is seldom understood. All things to all people is a phase of the Gemini nature. Though capable in high de- gree, the tendency to change, to seek new and different sen- sations, interferes with concentration and continuity in busi- ness operations — the doing — and usually minimizes results. Specially favorable planetary rulings are necessary to suc- cess in undertakings of the more pretentious sort. Cancer. — When Cancer is rising at birth it denotes an aver- age to small stature; somewhat fleshy upper body; round and full face; forehead prominent; wide at temples; light palish complexion; medium to small bluish gray eyes; brown hair; short nose and usually turned a little upward at the point; carriage a little irregular; nervously active throughout. Cancer indicates a high-strung mentality; resourceful in all that pertains to domesticity; agriculture, gardening and general labor; they desire manifestation in lines dealing in liquids; operating canning and bottling plants; milk routes, soda fountains and bars. They love the water, and make good sailors. They are good hotelkeepers and caterers. They love curios and antiques and lean toward such mer- chandising. They are suited to business pursuits, such as real estate, building materials, paints, oils and decorations. They love excitement and recreation, romance, political agitation and demonstrations. Such a nature feels keenly, and follows the theme and lives the part in reading a story or seeing a drama or picture on the screen. Spasmodic in action, they often lack in Jogic and self-control in times of excitement. They act a part somewhat dramatic in whatever they do. When Cancer rises look for these manifestations of Person- ality. T1IK SAGE'S KEY TO Rising Sign Delineation — Personality. Leo. — When Leo is rising at birth it denotes an average to tall stature; medium large bones; inclining to fullness as the years advance; narrow hips; medium fine blond to dark- ish hair; inclined to baldness; sanguine to florid complexion; medium large and well formed normal head; greyish to brown eyes; sharp, keen and quick sight; active and some- what dramatic carriage, and an attractive magnetic person- ality. This sign shows concentration, the power to direct thought and action with persistency and enthusiastic interest. The mind is readily interested in everything new, scientific, progressive, beneficial to humanity, and productive of some- thing worth while in the way of improvement over previous accomplishments. This denotes ability__to plan, promote and manage, direct and produce results in the more pretentious enterprises of the business and professional order. The social adaptation is quite a marked characteristic. The artistic tastes lead to pleasures of the finer sort, and to such lines and professions in co-ordination therewith. Amuse- ments, the stage, sculptor, hangings, .decorations, the grand and beautiful in nature and in the arts and crafts, bring pleasure, comfort, reflection and the larger joys of daily life. The universe, in all its magnificence, appeals to the heart, touches the emotional center, and broadens the mind and range of the Personality. Virgo. — When Virgo is rising at birth it denotes an aver- age to tall stature; close built and somewhat plump body; ruddy and darkish complexion; hair dark; eyes dark; ears medium; nose with prominent curves at the sides of the nostrils, inclined to stand out well from the face, and angular in shape; head round at the top; cheek bones clearly in view, though not large; more sharp than bulging; the face of angles; upright carriage; somewhat wavy and swinging walk. (See diagrams for variations.) Virgo shows a nature that is inclined to be contemplative, reserved; somewhat timid or bashful; keenly intuitive; de- pending largely on impressions for guidance, and inclined to absorb and turn to good account information gleaned from others, from books, and from sources of observation which tend to stimulate the intuitive faculties. The lead- ings, therefore, are toward lines in business and professional life, which deal with the works of original thinkers and reasoners, writers and scientists, inventors and others, who pave the way for productive results. They fit into positions of trust in conservative, staple and safe lines of trade and finance. They prefer quiet inside positions, where the mind is centered principally upon details. While they are deep and their talents are hidden, they possess executive ability to a marked degree. CHARACTER AT SIGHT 29 Rising Sign Delineation — Personality. Libra. — When Libra is rising- at birth it denotes an average to quite tall stature; well formed, symmetrical body; soft pinkish complexion; good features and beautiful, smooth fine dark hair; bluish hazel to darkish brown eyes full of expression; a dignified carriage, and a mirthful, pleasing, soulful expression. The sign shows excellent mental qualities; well balanced; just and reliable; care-free and joyous, and highly intellect- ual, observing, analytical, artistic and intuitive. They are good and just critics; interested in live issues, entertain- ments, show and display in all that makes for amusement and the joy of living. Their personality leadings are toward commercial lines of the more delicate classes, and as pro- moters of business interests they are apt in advertising, pub- lishing, fashions, designing, art, music, the stage; and in social life they adjust readily and are influenced to a large extent by their associations and environment. Lofty in aim and purpose they soar high in imagination and grasp readilv and enthusiastically new ideas and demonstrations in all fields of scientific thought, invention and accomplishment. They make good merchants in the retail trades, and they possess much power to draw business and render efficient and satisfactory service to the general public. They make good judges, because they love justice above all else in life. Scorpio. — When Scorpio is rising at birth it denotes an average to tall stature; corpulent, strong hairy body; bullet- shaped top head; prominent over the eyes; square face; dark complexion; hair dark, plentiful, somewhat coarse and curly; short full neck; eyes medium to dark, and fierce when angered or crossed; medium close set ears; heavy tread and firm carriage. This sign indicates universal adaptability, with much tact, skill and diplomacy in matters that relate to the inner workings and secrets of the commercial, professional and political fields of exploitation and enterprise. The chemistry of life and things in general attract the attention and stimu- late thought and action in commercial fields in which the arts and crafts are prominent. The more technical profes- sions along the avenues of research and science, medicine, surgery, dissection and analysis, tend to absorb the mind and make for concentration and constructive endeavor. Mines, minerals, metals in transformation, and products of the heav- ier kind, afford agreeable vocations in harmony with the talent and genius of the scorpio mentality. They make good government officials, detectives, promoters along political and representative lines. While not especially strong for accumulation, they possess much ability to look out for their own welfare, and are usually successful in their undertakings, 30 THE SAGES KEY TO Risinq Si ising oign Delineation — Personality. Sagittarius. — When Sagittarius is rising at birth, it denotes an average to tall stature; well formed and agile body; high forehead, and lower over ears; oval face; light tan brown complexion; hair light brown to dark chestnut, and fine; in- clined to baldness; bright, soulful and expressive medium hazel to brown eyes; teeth usually somewhat peculiar and pointed; appearance dignified and commanding, and a good all around nature in looks and general magnetic qualities of being. This sign leads the mind to .dwell much on distant climes, the open way to the pleasures of native living. It denotes the commercial pioneer, the advance agent in new and untried fields. The traveler, guide, adventurer, researcher, promoter, creator of new business prospects, and pioneer mover in large ventures is favored by this fiery and explosive man- ifestation of solar magnetic influence. A vocation in har- mony with such gifts and tendencies gives range of action that brings into play the best of skill and executive ability for such a position in life. College professors, scenic free- hand artists, clergymen, and those who change from one position or locality to another, meeting new faces and sur- roundings, make a favorable impression on those they meet and gain much in knowledge and understanding that adds to their pleasures and enhances their general welfare. Also government officials, military and otherwise, develop favor- ably when thjs sign is in the east at birth. Capricornus. — When Capricornus is rising at birth it de- notes an average to short stature; bony body and inclined to dryness; face long and angular; nose long; chin long and somewhat irregular; neck small and long; narrfow chest; medium shade, long, straight hair, males having thin or sparse beards; with a peculiar action of seemingly weak knees, noticeable in the walk and carriage, and a slight stoop or twist in the neck and shoulders; eyes hazel to dark grey. The personal leadings are toward positions of authority. Being willing to begin at the bottom, they forge ahead rapidly in attaining their objective. The heavier physical, mechanical and industrial projects, involving much time and labor, offer the best outlet for their natural genius. As foremen, managers, .directors and all around inside pro- ducers, as well as outside leaders, they are among the most reliable natures for efficient service. A good and forcefnl and efficient lawyer for the larger corporate interests, is favored when born in this sign. These interests being large and rangy, they are in harmony with the birth sign forces. Cattle ranches, the wool and fiber industry, raw materials in general, are suitable lines for independent business under- takings in accord with the Personality. CHARACTER AT SIGHT 31 Rising Sign Delineation — Personality. Aquarius. — When Aquarius is rising" at birth, it denotes an average stature, usually heavy set, plump and well formed physique; pinkish sanguine complexion; beautiful bluish hazel eyes; hair flaxen to medium brown; face quite large, with features well rounded and full; a firm, active, care free and jolly nature, expressive of real joy and gladness in living. Aquarius competes with Libra in the endownment of good looks, well formed body and charming qualities in the manifestation of personality. The mind is attracted in the direction of technical lines that call for specific gifts in matters of detail — printing, stenography, correspondence, mechanical technique — art, music, literature, research, analysis, composition, transfor- mation and reconstruction. The gift of genius is one of the prominent characteristics of the Aquarian mind. Such a nature is entertained by the passing show, whatever it may be. The vital issue is the thing that is in evidence." Do it now, is the dominant idea in matters of interest at the moment. Thus the mind responds quickly in all things exciting, urgent and attractive. The nature is immovable, however, when no interest is aroused in the subject or phenomena involved. They make good surveyors, govern- ment officials, secretaries, researchers, astronomers, poets, publicists, and reformers in all that makes for higher prog- ress and development. Pisces. — When Pisces is rising at birth it denotes an aver- age to short stature; lymphatic and fleshy body; short, full limbs; face medium large and fleshy; pale complexion; eyes prominent, but weak, dull or sleepy in appearance; hair medium brown to dark; feet large and movements quite noticeable when in conversation, owing to centralization of animation to this section. The tendency of the mind is to take life easy and not bother about the way things are coming or going. Slow to j act and, somewhat indifferent, the mind is reflective, negative, impressional, and more difficult to arouse and enthuse, then the mind of either of the other signs. The resources of the mind are in the deeps of being, even as the resources of the ocean are in the ocean depths. Occasions, baits, frights and hunger tend to stir the soul at its depths, and then it is that the Pisces nature reveals its hidden resources. Such lines and occupations as call for feet action, rather than head action, are usually the more attractive positions. The men- tality is negatived, hence, the brain does not act so freely and quickly as the average. This appears to the observer and also to the Pisces mind to be a lack of something, but it is merely the manifestation of a universally negatived mentality that requires a little more time to get to the sur- face and express itself. However, the mind is unusually resourceful when stirred to its depths. THE SAGE'S KEY TO Rising Sign Profileology Character at Sight The figures shown in Diagrams 2-3-4-5, are drawn to ap- proximately outline the Normal Rising Sign types in stature, body build, featural markings in profile, hands and general poise. The idea is to present a view of the normal, well balanced personality development and appearance that may be caught with a sweeping glance. A little study of these types and their variations as heretofore explained, will enable one to quickly determine the Rising Sign delineation in harmony therewith. Our Presidents Our Presidents afford a facial study showing the twelve Rising sign types, together with .dates of birth that give the Birth Sign as well. This is a very interesting lesson, as the figures present variations and combinations that differ- entiate heads and feature lines of interest to the more tech- nical student. It will be observed that in the first group of twelve faces the Rising sign given in each figure is more or less expressive of the points shown in the outline profile illustrations. The others, which completes the list of our Presidents from Washington to Hayes, are put in as a test lesson to students. The Date of birth is the only informa- tion upon which to base the judgment. From this find the Rising Sign and note the application of the delineation. These points and others of a similar character constitute the more technical work of the complete course in character delineation at sight. Final examinations show the proficiency of students and determine their qualifications for the uni- versity degree— S. C. D.— Sight Character Delineator. CHARACTER AT STGHT 33 ■ II 34 TtTK SAGE'S KEY TO CHARACTER AT SIGHT 35 36 THE SAGE'S KE"Y TO CHARACTER AT SIGHT 37 Zodiacal Variable Calculus As no two things in nature are exactly the. same, no two things of a species identical, the student of human nature must deal extensively with variables in character analysis. The following rules show how birth sign and rising sign variables in the solar field may be determined. 1. Signs denoting height combine their effects in exten- uation of height. Mediums intensify solidity and add to the weight. Short signs reduce height and increase weight and corpulency. 2. Tall and short indicators combine to normalize and produce medium stature. Tall and medium produce a corre- sponding balance between the two, and in like manner the medium and short reduce height and increase weight and solidity. 3. Rising signs combine in like manner and vary the fea- tures, mental tendencies, capabilities and form of body. For example: Aries 15 degrees rising would include 15 degrees of Taurus in featuring the lines of the face, and also add weight and reduce height. Taurus 15 degrees rising would include 15 degrees of Gemini and thus add height and weight. In like manner all of the signs thus combine their effects in form of body, feature markings and throughout the mental and physical manifestation of Personality. 4. Fifteen .degrees of a sign is the turning point in the variable calculus relating to sign differentials. The sign showing the greater number of degrees in the field covered by the thirty degrees following the rising point, dominates in form and feature effects. For instance: 5 degrees of Aries rising would make Aries the dominant indicator ac- cording to its percentage of degrees over Taurus; the latter showing but 5 .degrees, while Aries would hold 25 degrees. If 25 degrees of Aries was rising at birth, 25 degrees of Taurus would be in the field, and thus carry the balance of power accordingly. 5. As these variations cover the 360 degrees of the zodiacal circle it is clear that variability is a far-reaching study in connection with human nature. However, practice makes perfect, and as one becomes proficient in observation one develops an intuitive sense that enables him to catch and feel the Auric vibrations, the personal magnetic emana- tion of being, which is an interesting factor in determining the location of the rising sign and degree as well as the sign of birth. This leads one into the realm of the occult and makes for keenness of vision and the exercise of those inner powers which are seldom awakened to any high degree of efficiency in the great majority of humankind. THE SAGE'S KEY TO Diagram 6, Extreme Featural Variations A few illustrations (Diagram No. 6) will suffice to show the extreme variations in zodiacal types. The balanced head and normal features are nearly straight from crown to chin. Note No. 1. Combinations of the protruding and receding features are common. Variations in character effects resulting therefrom may be approximated. The protruding center formation (Fig. 2) indicates force, penetration, impulsiveness, fearlessness, quickness in thought and action, an.d the tendency to ven- ture where others fear to tread. Optimism runs high. The tendency is to overdo things, take chances and risks out of the ordinary. Such a nature needs the counsel and backing of the normal mind— the mind that possesses the conserv- ative, calculating and reasoning mentality, that insures safety an.d success. The receding center (Fig. 3) denotes the slow thinker, the more studious nature, the reserved and secretive mental- ity that is dominated largely by conservatism bordering on pessimism. The more extreme the variation from the normal the more pronounced the variations in mental tendencies. The sign of birth and the rising sign will show jthe mental leadings, vocational adaptability and general characteristics affected by such variation. Note — Planets vary all hands, all faces, all body formations, all mental and physical states and manifesta- tions. Some planets darken and sharpen while others lighten and smooth out and round out the lines and fea- tures, form and hands. Heights and weights are likewise affected. Combinations of planets produce corresponding variations according to the positions, and aspects at birth. The science of Solar Magnetics, taught by the Pyramid- Cube University system of education, carries students to the heights in the study of life and its manifold differentiations. It traces life from the primordial atom to the dome of the intellect, from the soul force of nature to the exalted evolu- tions in personified manifestation, CHARACTER AT SIGHT 39 Combinations When the upper half, the forehead and nose extend for- ward, with prominence of the nose, and the mouth recedes, is drawn in (Fig. 4) the mind dominates action and shows keenness in observation and cleverness in speech and diplom- acy. It shows talent for promoting and driving things to a finish. The receding mouth shows caution in speech, care- ful expression and tact and genius in presenting ideas and conclusions. Reversing the illustration, one having the receding upper and protruding and full lower formation (No. 5) is just the opposite in mental traits, think but little, acting on the impulse of the moment and chattering recklessly, carelessly, with scarcely any logic or forethought. Extreme illustration No. 6 suggests abnormal brain and mentality. Lacking in balance. These manifestations, like all others, vary according to the variableness of the lines either way and however they are combined. The principle is the same. A prominent brain thinks, reasons, calculates, and systematizes thought and action; is positive, forceful, consistent and logical. Note, therefore, first of all, the front brain, the forehead. This is the cue to the character and the manifestation. The mouth is the implement of construction or destruction, according to its formation, position and direction from above. The foregoing rules apply to all signs rising and to their variations. They constitute the six outward indicators in the extremes of featural combinations, as shown in profile observation. The Trace Line Note the profile, hair, complexion, eyes, nose, neck, form of body and stature, and from these observations the art of locating the rising sign is a matter of a little study and practice. Further observation and study will enable one to determine the sign of birth; and when one becomes very expert and sensitive to auric emenations, the day of the month and the year may be closely stated. The study of the solar magnetic system, including the effects of the planets, carries one farther along and into deeper lines of reasoning; and it should be remembered that the planets, as shown in a complete horoscope, must be reckoned with to give a complete reading of the many and interesting features and co-ordinations relating to and involving each individual life. For this reason it is important that the exact time be recorded of the birth of every child. A correct diagnosis may then be made bearing upon any condition, or interest throughout one's entire career. The medical profession, the educational system, the commercial, mechanical and other fields of industry is calling for such a system. 40 THK SAGE'S KEY TO '£*> 1 1 l kit' Diagram 7. The Hands In reading character at sight, observation of the hand furnishes a lead to certain points of character that cannot well be overlooked. As there are six featural combinations showing the extremes in formation of the hea.d and face, so there are six dictinctive types of hands. Diagram No. 7 outlines the general shape of each. The back of the hand, as shown, is readily observed. The Square Hand, No. 1. — It denotes method, order, hon- esty, determination, punctuality, progress; a well balanced mind; practicality and harmony. Leaders in the industrial life and competent executives, courageous and dependable natures, usually possess this type. Neatness, shrewdness, diplomacy, being leading characteristics, the position in life is in keeping with such admirable qualities of being. CHARACTER AT SIGHT 41 The Artistic Hand, No. 2. — Shows the pointed fingers, indi- cative of refinement, frankness, impulsiveness, love of ease, beauty, colors, art, music, entertainment, the stage, elocu- tion, literary, and all of the finer arts connected with the tone, color and manifestation of keen, sensitive, delicate human nature. Their vocational adaptation is in line with these personal evidences of character. The Knotty Hand, No. 3. — Denotes a hard working, self- denying humanitarian. The thought is high, though the aim for place and power is nil. Such natures love science, philosophy, literature, the quiet life that brings comfort to the mind and heart, free from the rush and bustle of the clamor for wealth. Original in thought, such characters arrive at conclusions by their own sound judgment. They co-ordinate with rural life, and should be thus situated to attain their highest aims and fully enjoy their environment. The Spatulate Hand, No. 4.— Shows managerial ability, constructive powers, persistency, movement, action in things of magnitude. They are logical, forcible, a little rough in manner and language, but sincere and honorable as a class, demanding justice and rendering service in full measure. They have inventive and mechanical ability, and fit in well in the general development and conduct of the practical doings of the times. The Slim Hand, No. 5. — Suggests weakness in initiative and the tendency to live a somewhat languid and selfish existence. Such natures are inclined to be anemic; the nervous system is under a tension that brings on spells of lassitude and indifference, even toward their own Blood and kindred. They are keen in psychic as well as mental per- ception and possess gifts of the spirit rather than physical power. They do best in mental pursuits, literary, scientific, philosophical and reportorial lines. They make good detec- tives and .delvers in things hidden and mysterious. The Short Hand, No. 6. — The stubby type, denotes stub- bornness, broodiness, passion, materiality and spasmodic rashness. The nature is somewhat slow and plodding, calm and quiet, preferring to live much within self rather than associating freely with either kin or neighbors. These are the extreme manifestations. Being generally mild in man- ner and peaceful the position in life is found in occupations that call for service rather than responsibility of the financial or managerial sort. Mining, ranching, farming, trucking, cobbling, and similar calls for helpful labor appeal to this type of character. This completes the list of leading points that readily come under observation and which, may be caught at a glance. After the first glance the follow-up may be carried on in- definitely as opportunity is afforded for closer study. The object of this course of study is to simplify the art of read- ing character at sight. V2 THE SAGE'S KEY TO Our Presidents Rutherford B- Hayes. Born October 4. Birth sign Aries. Rising sign Aries. Martin YanBuren. Born December 5. Birth sign Gemini. Rising sign Taurus. James K. Polk. Born November 2. Birth sign Taurus Rising sign Gemini. John Quincy Adams- Born July 11. Birth sign Capricornus. Rising sign Cancer. George Washington. Born February 22. Birth sign Leo. Rising sign Leo. Millard Fillmore. Born January 7. Birth sign Cancer. Rising sign Virgo. Franklin Pierce. Born November 23. Birth sign Gemini. Rising sign Libra. James Buchanan. Born April 13. Birth sign Libra. Rising sign Scorpio. Thomas Jefferson. Born April 2. Birth sign Libra. Rising sign Sagittarius. John Tyler. Born March 20. Birth sign Virgo. Rising sign Capricornus. James Monroe. Born April 28. Birth sign Scorpio. Rising sign Aquarius. John Adams. Born April 27. Birth sign Taurus. Rising sign Pisces. Note Thomas Jefferson and James Buchanan. Both have Libra as the Birth sign, while one has Scorpio Rising and the other Sagittarius. Observe the two types from the same month of birth showing the variation in head and features. Test Study. James Madison. Born March 16. Andrew Jackson. Born March 15. W. H. Harrison. Born February 9. Zachary Taylor. Born November 24. Abraham Lincoln. Born February 12. Andrew Johnson. Born December 29. U. S. Grant. Born April 27. Give the Birth sign and test yourself on the rising sign. The Presidents since Hayes and their dates of birth are as follows: James A. Garfield. Born November 19. Chester A. Arthur. Born October 5. Grover Cleveland. Born March 18 William H. Taft. Born September 15. Benjamin Harrison. Born August 20. Theodore Roosevelt. Born October 27. William H. Taft- Born September 15, Woodrow Wilson. Born Dec. 28, 1856. Test your genius in finding the Rising Sign for each and note the application of the delineations, CHARACTER AT SIGHT 43 H THE SAGE'S KEY TO EIGHTEENTH PRESIDENT, TWO TERMS. 1 ) ( NINTH PRESIDENT. ) ( TWELFTH PRESIDENT. ) (SEVENTH PRESIDENT.— TWO TERMS.) c/fol