Alternate Horizons Newsletter - Vol 2 No 4

Magazine Overview

Title: Alternate Horizons Newsletter
Volume: Two
Issue: Number Four
Date: 3/4/2540 (March 4, 2540)
Publisher: Foundation for Philosophic Advancement
Editor: Allen H. Greenfield

This issue of the Alternate Horizons Newsletter features a significant 'AR BOOKSHELF AND LIBRARY' section, presenting a curated list of books from the private collection of Allen H. Greenfield. The newsletter also includes a lengthy personal letter detailing complex extraterrestrial and human interactions on Earth, and a report on the 1968 Congress of Scientific UFOlogists.

AR BOOKSHELF AND LIBRARY

The 'AR BOOKSHELF AND LIBRARY' section, presented as Part Two of Allen H. Greenfield's collection, lists various books with their subtitles, authors, publishers, prices, page counts, and Library of Congress numbers. The note clarifies that these listings do not necessarily represent the only or best editions, nor are prices certified. Page listings may omit introductory material, and previously mentioned books might be relisted. The editor also notes that the works are not necessarily in accord with alternate reality theory and requests reports of errors.

• Books listed include:
• GOD BLESS THE DEVIL; Subtitle: The Key to the Liberation of Psychiatry by Luis J. Rodriguez.
• ASTRAL PROJECTION by Oliver Fox.
• YOU ARE NOT THE TARGET by Laura Archera Huxley.
• THE STATES OF HUMAN CONSCIOUSNESS by C. Daly King.
• ON THE KABBALAH AND ITS SYMBOLISM by Gershom G. Scholem.
• THE HOLY GRAIL; Subtitle: The Galahad Quest in Arthurian Literature by Arthur Edward Waite.
• THE DRUG EXPERIENCE edited by David Eban.
• THE AWAKENING OF FAITH attributed to Ashvagosha.
• THE PSYCHEDELIC EXPERIENCE; Subtitled: A Manual Based on the Tibetan Book of the Dead by Timothy Leary, Ralph Metzner, and Richard Alpert.
• INDUSTRIAL CREATIVITY; Subtitled: The psychology of the inventor by Joseph Rossman.

Fragments of Reality: Some Glimpses of a Possible Road

This section begins by referencing Charles Hoy Fort's philosophy of examining reality and recognizing trends. It then recounts several seemingly paranormal or unusual incidents:

• The Elgee Apparition (November 1864): The wife of Major Elgee, while staying in Cairo, reported seeing the apparition of a friend enter her hotel room through a barricaded window. The apparition pointed at her companion, who was terrified, before retreating into the wall. Four years later, Mrs. Elgee confirmed the identity of the apparition with the man, who had been wishing to speak with her at the time.
• John Cuthbert Lawson's Sighting: Lawson recounts a 'sighting' near Sparta, which his guide identified as a nymph. Lawson notes the phenomenon of multiple people seeing such apparitions.
• Isle of Man Fairy Encounter: A woman on the Isle of Man was reportedly surrounded by fairies who attempted to abduct her, but she escaped by calling her son.
• Staircase Apparition: A man related an experience of seeing a white apparition of a little old man with a beard and sack rise from a staircase. The figure reappeared later in an attic, and its presence caused an 'emotion; anger' that impacted the man like a piercing flame.
• Josiah Quincy and the 'Daemon': It is reported that Josiah Quincy, former president of Harvard College, believed himself to be guided by a 'Daemon'.

The section also touches upon Siamese folklore regarding the 'Thevadas' and 'Phi' beings, and mentions Evans-Wentz's work on the Fairy-Faith.

Letter from Mike to Frey

This lengthy letter details a complex narrative from the perspective of 'Mike', an operative working with a group led by 'the Leader'. They are fugitives from beings called 'Serps'.

• Impending Disaster and Evacuation: A comet is predicted to pass close to Earth, creating celestial wonders. The group plans to use this event to evacuate their people from Egypt, where they have been working with local natives.
• Intervention on Earth: The group arrived on Earth years ago seeking refuge from the Serps. They found a world with potential for development and decided to accelerate the evolution of a local species. However, a Serp spy introduced a 'quick-think drug' to their experimental subjects, rapidly increasing their intelligence without corresponding moral development.
• Dealing with the Consequences: The Leader decided to intervene to prevent the newly intelligent beings from acquiring longevity drugs and becoming tools of the Serps. They aimed to educate and protect these beings, acknowledging their own responsibility.
• Challenges and Setbacks: Over the years, the local population developed a tolerance to their environment but also exhibited moral corruption and potential Serp infiltration. A major natural upheaval, including a flood, necessitated the construction of a large boat for evacuation. A new crisis arose with the construction of a city by the locals, intended as a landing point for Serps. The group used a nerve-scrambling device to scatter the locals.
• New Strategy and Current Problem: Facing limited resources and increased offworlder influence, the group elected to focus on an isolated pocket of natives under strong Serp influence. They encountered resistance, resulting in a lynch mob attack from which they barely escaped. They then 'wiped out the entire area'. A subsequent problem arose when some friendly locals moved to Egypt and one became a high official, leading to their current 'low estate'. The approaching comet is seen as an opportunity to address this issue.
• Personal Note: Mike expresses hope of receiving a reply from Frey and sends regards to Freya, Bragi, and Iduna.

The Ghost of AR at the 1968 Congress of Scientific Ufologists

This report by the editor, James W. Moseley, details his experiences at the fifth Congress of Scientific UFOlogists in Cleveland, Ohio.

• Carry-over from Previous Years: The report mentions the continued presence of the 'Library of Congress Woman' from a previous year.
• Telephone Incidents: A significant portion of the report focuses on a series of unusual phone troubles. Moseley experienced difficulty being reached at his motel, and Allan Manak of the UAPA also had issues trying to contact him. Tony Price and Rick Hilberg also encountered phone problems, including strange signals and busy signals, leading to operator consultation.
• 'Men in Black' Cases: The closed sessions of the congress addressed 'men in black' cases. Stories were shared, including one about UFOlogist Robert S. Easley, who reported telephone threats and a gun pointed at him. Rick Hilberg also recounted an incident where two men, claiming to be local police, questioned him about his UFOlogical activities.
• Overall Assessment: Moseley concludes that the congress, like previous ones, did not solve the UFO problem but highlighted its persistent 'weird angles'. He humorously suggests that the phone problems might be a sign of the congress's unimportance.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The newsletter consistently explores themes of the paranormal, unexplained phenomena, and alternative realities, as suggested by its title and the content of the reviewed books and reported incidents. The 'Bookshelf and Library' section indicates an interest in a wide range of subjects, from psychiatry and philosophy to mysticism and altered states of consciousness. The letter from 'Mike' introduces a science fiction narrative involving extraterrestrial contact, intervention, and conflict, suggesting a speculative and imaginative editorial stance. The report on the UFOlogists' Congress highlights the ongoing investigation into UFO phenomena, including the persistent 'men in black' motif and unexplained occurrences like phone disruptions, reflecting a continued engagement with the UFO subculture and its associated mysteries. The editor's tone, particularly in the UFOlogy report, is somewhat wry and observational, acknowledging the strangeness of the events while maintaining a degree of skepticism or at least a questioning attitude towards coincidence.