AESV - no 05

Magazine Overview

This document is issue number 5 of the "AESV" magazine, published by the "Association d'Étude sur les Soucoupes Volantes" (Association for the Study of Flying Saucers). The cover features an image of a spiral galaxy, identified as "GALAXIE EN SPIRALE DE LA VIERGE - NGC 4594", and indicates it is a quarterly publication priced at 5 Francs.

Editorial

The editorial, dated "deverian 1976 3" (likely a typo for December 1976 or January 1977), announces that AESV, founded in 1974 by Perry Petrakis, is entering a new phase in 1977 with a newly elected Bureau. The Bureau members are listed as Robert Coste (President), Olivier Calamote (General Secretary), Régine Tabani (Treasurer), and technical advisors Perry Petrakis and Jean Yves Pierra. A new bulletin, No. 1, is set to be released in January 1977, with subscriptions costing 20 Francs for four issues. Membership also requires a 20 Franc contribution. The bulletin will feature reader letters and suggestions, and its editorial content will be a collaborative effort. The activities of the club are organized into sections: Documentation/Library (Mr. Coste), Bulletin Editing (Mr. Petrakis), Investigations (Mr. Pierra), and Astronomy/Sciences (Mr. Herttzog). The editorial concludes with New Year's wishes from the Bureau.

Articles and Content

Astronomy Initiation: The Universe

This section aims to provide an introduction to astronomy. It discusses the origin of the universe, theorizing it began with the "big bang". The age of the universe is presented as uncertain, with proposed ages ranging from 13 to 20 billion years, the latter derived from meteorite radioactivity studies. The concept of the universe's dimensions is explored, mentioning the discovery of a quasar at twelve billion light-years, suggesting a potential boundary to the universe named OH471. This discovery is seen as supporting Einstein's theory of a finite universe. The article notes that the universe is currently expanding but might enter a contraction phase in the future.

A Twin Brother? (The Anti-Universe)

This article discusses the concept of the anti-universe, considered a certainty by astrophysicists. It posits the existence of antimatter, leading to the theoretical existence of antigalaxies and anti-humans in a symmetrical anti-universe. The potential development of an anti-matter bomb with immense power is mentioned. The universe and anti-universe are symbolically represented by the Chinese Yin and Yang emblem. The author is M. Herttzog.

Astronomical Glossary

• Following the articles, a glossary of astronomical terms is provided, starting with 'A' and continuing through 'E'. Definitions include:
• Alpha du Centaure: The closest star to our solar system, 4 light-years away.
• Andromède: The nearest neighboring galaxy, 2.6 million light-years away.
• Année Lumière (AL): The distance light travels in one year, with light speed at 300,000 km/sec.
• Année galactique: A unit of time representing a galaxy's complete revolution.
• Antimatière: Elementary particles with opposite electrical charges to those composing matter.
• Antigalaxies: Galaxies composed of antimatter.
• Antiunivers: A hypothetical universe symmetrical to ours, composed of antigalaxies.
• Atome primitif: The original cloud of antimatter from which the universe originated.
• Big Bang: The explosion of the primitive atom that supposedly generated our universe.
• Comète: A nebulous celestial body typically describing an elliptical orbit around the sun, with Halley, Lexell, and Encre cited as well-known examples.
• Cosmographie: The topographical study of the cosmos.
• Deimos: A satellite of Mars, discovered in 1877 by A. Hall, with a sibling satellite named Phobos.
• Etoile à neutrons (Pulsar): A hyper-dense star formed by the collapse process, resulting in the agglomeration of protons and electrons; these are particular types of radio sources.
• Etoile (astre lumineux): A luminous celestial body, with the Sun being the closest to Earth. Stars vary in color and size.
• Eclipses: Two types exist: solar (caused by the Moon's interposition between the Sun and Earth) and lunar (caused by Earth's shadow falling on the Moon).

Actualities: Alien Skeleton Discovery

This section reports on a discovery made according to the Mexican newspaper "Lunés de Excelsior". It claims the skeleton of an extraterrestrial has been found, with a photograph supporting the claim made by the discoverer, Mr. Humberto Romero Valencio. The skeleton is described as lacking arms (only stumps), but with visible shoulder blades. The head is described as eyeless, and experts reportedly state no known animal or human possesses such a skeleton. The report is marked "Affaire à suivre" (To be continued).

Bulletin Announcements

An announcement states that bulletin No. 4 from the 1976 edition of AESV is still available by writing to Monsieur Perry Petrakis and sending 10 Francs. Readers are also asked to include a stamped envelope for replies.

Greetings from "GAUSS"

Greetings and best wishes for the New Year are transmitted from the Association "GAUSS".

Face to Face with Extraterrestrials: The Case of Barney and Betty Hill

This is a detailed account of the famous Barney and Betty Hill UFO abduction case. On September 19, 1961, the couple was driving home from Canada when they encountered a luminous object near Lancaster, New Hampshire. The object, described as a "piper-club" (helicopter-like), escorted their car and then landed nearby. Barney and Betty reported losing consciousness for approximately two hours. Upon waking, they were sixty kilometers further down the road. They recalled a beeping sound. The next day, they discovered about fifteen circular, shiny marks on their car's trunk, which caused compass needles to spin erratically when approached.

Betty felt it was important to inform the authorities, including the U.S. Air Force. Major P.W. Henderson of the Air Force interviewed them and submitted a report to Project "Blue Book", indicating the witnesses' credibility was not in doubt.

Weeks later, an incident occurred where Betty panicked upon seeing a car and people on the road, urging Barney to drive away without stopping. Following this, Betty began having nightmares, describing encounters with unknown beings who caused her to lose consciousness and undergo a medical examination in a strange craft, with assurances that they would not be harmed and would forget the experience.

In late November 1961, during a gathering with friends, the Hills recounted their adventure. Professor James Mac Donald, present at the gathering, suggested they undergo hypnosis. Barney's health deteriorated, suffering from hypertension and a duodenal ulcer.

In 1963, Barney was hospitalized in Exeter. Dr. Stephens explained his condition might stem from psychological disorders. He advised Barney to consult Dr. Benjamin Simon, a psychiatrist in Boston. Dr. Simon, upon learning of the 1961 events, decided to treat Barney's amnesia through hypnosis, explaining that hypnosis is effective in revealing repressed memories.

Barney and Betty underwent several hypnosis sessions between January and March 1964. The first session on January 4, 1964, yielded satisfactory results, but Dr. Simon did not push too deeply. In a subsequent session on February 22, Barney began describing his trip to Canada and his return journey. These sessions were recorded on magnetic tape.

Excerpts from the hypnosis sessions are provided. In one, Barney describes seeing a "star" which he initially mistakes for a satellite, then an airplane. Dr. Simon guides him, asking him to recall the events. Barney becomes distressed, crying and expressing a need for a weapon, indicating the traumatic nature of the recovered memories. Dr. Simon then instructs him to forget and relax.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine strongly focuses on ufology, presenting detailed accounts of alleged UFO encounters and investigations, most notably the Barney and Betty Hill case. It also incorporates elements of astronomy and cosmology, aiming to educate readers on scientific concepts related to the universe. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry into unexplained phenomena, encouraging reader participation and discussion. The association, AESV, positions itself as a platform for objective research in the field of ufology, while also acknowledging the speculative and sometimes controversial nature of the subject matter, as seen in the discussion of anti-universes and alien encounters.

This document, likely an issue of a UFO-focused magazine, presents transcripts and discussions related to the Barney and Betty Hill abduction case. The content is primarily derived from hypnosis sessions conducted by Dr. Simon, with additional interviews and analysis by Dr. J. Allen Hyneck and researcher Marjorie Fisch.

Barney Hill's Account (Hypnosis Session 1)

Barney Hill recounts an encounter where he opens his car trunk to retrieve a tire iron. He returns to the car, feeling panicked. Dr. Simon points out the object, assuring Barney it will not attack. Barney questions why it doesn't leave and observes a figure inside, speculating if it's the Commander. He is asked to describe the object. Barney describes it as resembling "a large crepe... with windows, rows of windows, and lights. No, not lights: a halo of light." He notes the windows are arranged all around the "crepe" and not like a commercial airplane. He expresses disbelief, stating "It's impossible! I'm dreaming! But no, the object is really there." He wishes someone could confirm it's not real, but acknowledges "And yet...."

Dr. Simon asks if Barney was sleepy, to which Barney replies he pinched his right arm and is wide awake. The session concludes.

Barney Hill's Account (Continued - Hypnosis Session 2)

On February 29th, Barney Hill undergoes another hypnosis session, continuing his account of being captured and taken inside the object. He describes seeing a group of men in the middle of the road, illuminated by a strange light. They approached him. He no longer thought about his tire iron, fearing it might be seen as a weapon. He felt he would not be harmed if he didn't use it. The men made him exit the car. He felt very tired but not afraid or troubled. He describes a feeling of dreaming, with his feet not hitting rocks. He is reluctant to open his eyes, feeling his body ordering him to keep them closed, fearing an operation. He experiences a sensation of cold in his groin.

(The narrative indicates that Barney subsequently describes what he underwent inside the craft, leading to the end of his adventure.)

Dr. Simon asks if the object disappeared. Barney confirms it did. He recalls Betty teasing him about believing in flying saucers.

Betty Hill's Account (Hypnosis Session 1)

On March 7th, Betty Hill's hypnosis session begins. She describes a peculiar sound, like a car engine humming, and then silence. She confirms hearing sounds: "Bip.... bip... bip bip.... bip.... bip."

Betty is hypnotized on March 14th and 15th. The narrative jumps to the moment the men from the craft escort Barney and Betty out of their car.

Dr. Simon asks if the men spoke English. Betty replies that only one did, with a strange accent. They approached the object on the ground, which she believes was the same one she observed in the sky. She was taken inside. They rolled up her sleeves and examined her arms, turning them over. They used an instrument resembling a microscope with a large lens, which she thought might be taking a picture of her skin. Then, using an instrument like a letter opener, they scraped her arm, collecting "infinitesimal particles of skin" like dry, flaking skin. These particles were placed in a plastic or cellophane sachet by the group leader.

She then describes being placed on her back and realizing the person performing the examination held a long needle. She asked what he intended to do, and when told he would insert it into her navel as a test, she screamed, "No! you will hurt me! Don't do it!" She cried, "It hurts! It hurts! Take it out!" The leader approached, passed his hands over her eyes, and told her everything was fine and she wouldn't feel anything. The pain disappeared, but she felt discomfort where the needle was inserted.

Dr. Simon asks if they made any sexual propositions. Betty replies no. When she asked the leader why the needle was inserted into her navel, he responded it was just a pregnancy test.

(This answer concludes the March 7th session. The March 14th session continues.)

Betty Hill's Account (Hypnosis Session 2 - March 14th)

Regarding the needle, Dr. Simon asks if it was inserted deeply. Betty doesn't know, as she didn't look, but estimates it was ten to fifteen centimeters long, with a tube attached. They didn't leave it in for long, perhaps a second.

Dr. Simon asks about the type of pain. Betty describes it as "an impression of a cut." She felt grateful when the leader stopped the pain, marking the end of the test.

She mentions wanting proof of their encounter and noticed a very large book. She asked if she could have it. He told her to look at the book, which had written pages with peculiar signs that seemed to move up and down.

Dr. Simon asks if she knows of languages written vertically. Betty says no, but she could recognize them, like Japanese.

Dr. Simon asks if it resembled Japanese. Betty says no.

Dr. Simon asks if it was written or printed. Betty describes it as different, with traits that were thin, medium, and thick. There were dots, straight lines, and curves. She asked the leader where he was from, stating, "because, I told him, I knew it wasn't from Earth." He asked if she knew anything about the universe. She replied she knew almost nothing. He said he wished she knew more, and she responded that she did too. He then opened an opening in the wall, not a drawer.

Betty Hill's Account (Continued - Star Map)

From this opening, he took out a map and asked if she had ever seen a similar map. She leaned against the table and looked. The map was oblong, slightly wider than it was long. It had dots spread across it, some small like pinheads, others as large as a coin. There were curved lines connecting some of the dots. A large circle had many lines emanating from it, with many going to another, smaller circle. These were thick lines. She asked what they meant. He replied that the thick lines were trade routes. The other lines represented places they visited occasionally. Dotted lines were expeditions. She asked where his home port was. He replied, "Where are you on this map?" She laughed and said, "I don't know." He then said, "If you don't know where you are, there's no question of me explaining where I come from." He rolled up the map and put it back.

Betty felt stupid for not knowing where Earth was on the map.

(Betty continues to describe the interior of the saucer, and the narrative reaches the point where she leaves the craft. An incident occurs: the leader, who had promised her the book, took it back upon her exit.)

Betty Hill's Account (Post-Abduction)

Betty states she will never forget and asks if they can take the book back, but they can never make her forget. She remembers it as the last thing she will ever do. The leader laughed and told her she might remember, but he hoped not, as it could only harm her, unlike Barney, who would not remember. He suggested it would be preferable if she forgot too. She was on the ramp. They had taken Barney. She returned to the car; Barney was already there, looking like an automaton with vacant eyes, acting normally. She looked at the object; it became brighter and shinier, rose, and moved away.

Barney started the car. Betty felt happy and told Barney to try and tell her again that he didn't believe in flying saucers. He replied, "Don't be ridiculous!" She believes he was joking. Suddenly, the "bip.... bip.... bip.... bip.... bip...." sound returned.

Dr. Simon asks if this is the second time she heard the sound. Betty confirms, thinking it was their farewell, and they were gone.

Later Investigation and Analysis

In 1967, still troubled by their extraordinary encounter, the Hills expressed a desire to be re-interviewed under medical and scientific control. They underwent a two-hour hypnosis session conducted by Dr. Simon, in the presence of Dr. J. Allen Hyneck, who had been the scientific advisor for U.S. Air Force investigation commissions for eighteen years.

Dr. Hyneck's interview with Barney and Betty Hill yielded further details. When asked where they came from, the beings replied "No."

Regarding sounds, Betty described them as "like words, like the sound of words." When asked if they were English words, she said no. However, she understood them, explaining it was "like when you learn French."

Barney was asked if he saw them open their mouths. He saw them move their mouths. When asked to describe the sounds or compare them to any known animal sounds, he said no. He described the sounds as "oh.... oh.... oh...." (chattering). He was asked what he thought of them, and he responded, "I thought if only I could hit them...." This was while he was on the table, and he wanted to fight.

Document and Star Map Analysis

Barney also described a bright light in his head that calmed him whenever he tried to move or struggle. A significant document in the case is a map Betty drew during a hypnosis session. Initial comparisons with constellations were not convincing. However, research by Marjorie Fisch, a teacher in Ohio, is presented as potentially important. Fisch sought to verify Betty's map, applying a logical and effective approach. She reasoned that an extraterrestrial map would show the sky from their perspective, not ours. Fisch set a limit of fifty light-years around the sun for her model, which involved placing two hundred and fifty stars, a task she found too difficult. She adopted a new selection criterion: eliminating stars not capable of supporting life, which constitute the majority. The reasons for exclusion are categorized into three orders.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The issue strongly focuses on witness testimony, particularly through the lens of hypnosis, to explore UFO encounters and alleged abductions. The editorial stance appears to be one of serious investigation and documentation of these phenomena, presenting the accounts of Barney and Betty Hill as significant evidence. The inclusion of Dr. Simon's role as a hypnotist and interviewer, alongside Dr. Hyneck's scientific perspective, suggests an attempt to lend credibility to the reported events. The detailed descriptions of the craft, the beings, and the examinations, along with the analysis of the star map, indicate a commitment to exploring the details of the encounter. The recurring theme is the exploration of the unknown through personal experience and scientific inquiry, with a particular emphasis on the Hill case as a foundational event in UFOlogy.

This issue of "DETENTEURS" (likely a publication from the "Association d'Etudes sur les Soucoupes Volantes" - A.E.S.V.) focuses on UFO phenomena, featuring articles on astronomical correlations with alleged alien encounters, new detection technology, and a compilation of recent sightings.

The Betty Hill Star Map and Astronomical Corroboration

The issue details the significance of the star map drawn by Betty Hill, purportedly based on an alien abduction experience. It highlights that criteria for rejecting potential habitable planets (low radiation, small size, temperature fluctuations, binary systems) are scientifically accepted. Despite these criteria, only twelve stars were initially identified as potential origins for the map. A crucial point is the publication of the "Gliese" star catalogue in 1969, which provided updated information on star positions, distances, variability, and multiplicity. The article emphasizes that the modifications and eliminations of stars deemed uninhabitable in this new catalogue remarkably aligned with the original map drawn by Betty Hill in 1964. This convergence is presented as strong evidence against fraud, as the astronomical data available in 1964 would have made it impossible for a "Terrien" (Earthling) to accurately construct such a map. The research by Mlle Marjorie Fisch, though independent, is noted to have yielded results consistent with these findings.

Description of the Star Map and its Stars

The article then describes the star map itself, noting that two large spheres connected by lines are identified as DZETA 1 and DZETA 2 in the Reticulum constellation. These stars are located thirty-seven light-years from Earth and are 0.05 light-years apart, approximately 18 billion kilometers, or 120 times the Earth-Sun distance. Reticulum is described as a small constellation of little interest, not containing very bright stars and only visible from the Southern Hemisphere. Another star mentioned is Eta Ceti, located 10.2 light-years from Earth, which was a target of the "Ozma" project.

UFO Detection Technology: The UFO 2010

Following up on a previous article, this issue presents a new novelty in the field of detectors: the "UFO 2010." This detector was designed and built by the "Groupement d'Etudes et de Recherches Scientifiques" (G.E.R.S.) located in Nice. Unlike previous models, the UFO 2010 is a magnetic induction detector, offering superior performance to needle-based detectors. Its sensor uses a coil to measure the ambient magnetic field, triggering an alarm when it exceeds a pre-set threshold. The device has no moving parts, making it resistant to vibrations and suitable for mobile operation. The sensor is an integrated circuit sensitive to magnetism, occupying only 1mm², replacing numerous transistors. When the magnetic field exceeds 500 gauss, the circuit emits a positive electrical pulse that amplifies and triggers a Thyristor, setting off the alarm and acting as a memory. The UFO 2010 is compact, has a low production cost (under 150 F), and lacks the defects of earlier detectors. It has low power consumption and can run on batteries or mains power. It is insensitive to false detections below 500 gauss and requires no adjustment beyond plugging it in. A button allows for a quick function check. The A.E.S.V. congratulates G.E.R.S. for their work.

Three Months of Observation Around the World

This section compiles UFO sightings from November and December 1976:

• November 11, 1976: Gendarmes in Châtillon sur Seine (Côte-d'Or) observed three luminous spheres high in the sky. One remained stationary above Buncey, while the other two moved southwest. The latter object later changed direction to match the first two after some jolts.
• December 8, 1976: Two sergeants from the IIe B.C.A. based in Barcelonnette observed an elongated object moving from Italy towards the northeast. Mountain dogs, accustomed to unusual natural phenomena, reportedly howled intensely during this sighting. The phenomenon reportedly repeated for two nights but not the third.
• December 9, 1976: A young woman in Montfort (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence) observed a luminous orange object moving slowly north, disappearing over the horizon. The next day, at the same time and place, she observed the same phenomenon with a friend.
• December 22, 1976: Two gendarmes reported seeing a luminous orange sphere traverse the sky over Puy-de-Dôme heading west, stating it could not be confused with an airplane or known natural phenomenon.
• December 27, 1976: In Ariège, near Saint-Sulpice/Lèze, a white luminous sphere resembling a comet, moving at high speed from northeast to southwest, was observed by about ten motorists for over two minutes, despite fog.

"Vos Lettres" - Responding to Member Queries

A new section, "Vos Lettres" (Your Letters), is introduced to address member questions. This quarter, the focus is on a question posed by a member who heard Commandant Cousteau on November 17, 1976, dismiss the Bermuda Triangle as a commercial fabrication designed to sell books, claiming no more disappearances occur there than elsewhere.

The magazine strongly disagrees with Cousteau's statement, expressing surprise that a scientist dedicated to his field would make such claims. They assert that the disappearances in the "Triangle of Death" are undeniable and can be testified to by the widows of the missing. The publication states that even if the testimonies were false, the phenomenon itself is undeniable. They intend to invite Monsieur Cousteau to share his personal opinion on the matter.

Bibliographie

The issue includes a bibliography listing:

• "SUR LA PISTE DES ANGES NON IDENTIFIES" by Maurice Guinguand (Albin Michel).
• "CES MYSTERIEUX OVNI" by Antonio Ribeira (Ed. de Vecchi).

Jano: A Hypothetical Tenth Planet

A Mexican researcher claims to have discovered a tenth planet in our solar system, named "Jano," after years of calculations. According to mathematician Jacinto Amor de la Pena, "Jano" is located 8.7906 billion kilometers from the sun and has an orbital period of 450 years. It has not been detected by any astronomical observatory.

Editorial Stance

The publication, through its "Vos Lettres" section and the overall content, demonstrates a strong belief in the reality of UFO phenomena and related mysteries like the Bermuda Triangle. It actively seeks to validate alleged encounters through scientific and astronomical data, promotes new detection technologies, and challenges skeptical viewpoints, particularly those of prominent figures like Commandant Cousteau. The A.E.S.V. appears to be a dedicated organization promoting research and discussion on these topics.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

This issue consistently explores the intersection of unexplained phenomena with scientific inquiry and technological advancement. The Betty Hill star map case exemplifies the theme of corroborating alleged anomalous experiences with established scientific data, suggesting a hidden or misunderstood reality. The introduction of the UFO 2010 detector highlights the ongoing development of tools to investigate these phenomena. The "Three Months of Observation" section serves to document and legitimize UFO sightings as recurring events. The response to Commandant Cousteau's skepticism about the Bermuda Triangle underscores the magazine's commitment to validating these mysteries against conventional explanations, framing them as undeniable phenomena supported by witness testimony and historical accounts. The overall stance is one of open-minded investigation, seeking evidence, and challenging dismissive attitudes towards unexplained aerial phenomena and other related mysteries.

Title: Les Cahiers Martiens
Issue: 1
Publisher: Observatoire des Parasciences
Country: France
Language: French

This document serves as the contact information page for "Les Cahiers Martiens," published by the Observatoire des Parasciences. It provides the publisher's postal address in Marseille, France, and an email address: [email protected]. Additionally, it offers links to various online resources associated with the publication, including general articles, a section titled "Ovni-Présence," and another titled "Anomalies."

Copyright and Distribution Notice

A significant portion of the page is dedicated to a critical copyright and distribution notice, presented in both French and English. It explicitly forbids the retrieval and online dissemination of the digital version of the publication on any website, blog, social network, or personal amateur site. The publisher asserts that the sole authorized online presence for this journal is on the AFU (Archives For the Unexplained) website. Any other unauthorized publication is deemed a copyright infringement and will be subject to legal prosecution.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

While this specific page focuses on contact and legal information, the linked sections "Ovni-Présence" and "Anomalies," along with the publication title "Les Cahiers Martiens," strongly suggest that the magazine's core themes revolve around UFO phenomena, unexplained events, and potentially extraterrestrial presence. The editorial stance, as evidenced by the strict copyright notice, is protective of its intellectual property and aims to control the dissemination of its content to specific authorized channels.