Annals of the Enquiring - 1996 No 27

Magazine Overview

This issue of ANNALS, number 27, published quarterly in Spring 1996, is a comprehensive exploration of UFO phenomena, alien encounters, and related mysteries. The magazine, edited and published by Gerry Lovell, addresses a delay in its release, attributing it to the editor's sole responsibility for all aspects of production. Lovell also hints at the possibility of ceasing publication in the future due to increasing commitments.

Editorial: First Word

The editorial highlights the pervasive issues of secrecy, manipulation, and deliberate withholding of facts within Ufology, not just from government bodies but also from within UFO groups and organizations themselves. Lovell argues for a worldwide, cooperative approach to tackling the magnitude of the phenomenon, emphasizing a total and unrestricted flow of data.

Key Articles and Features

Roswell Update

This section details a significant development where a man claiming to be a former US military member presented a fragment of the 1947 Roswell crashed disc to the International UFO Museum and Research Centre. Max Littel, the museum's secretary treasurer, was initially skeptical but later confirmed the fragment's existence. The fragment, approximately three inches by two inches, was reportedly pocketed by the individual during the original recovery operation. Initial analysis of the metal, composed of 20% silver and 80% copper, revealed it to be part of a larger structure and indicative of a 'catastrophic event.' However, the elements are naturally occurring on Earth, and nuclear physicist Stanton Friedman suggested it could be part of a nuclear weapon. The article also touches upon the controversial 'alien autopsy' film by Ray Santilli and mentions the discovery of unusual parts resembling a flying machine in a secret vault at the National Atomic Museum in Albuquerque, New Mexico, reportedly labeled 'ROSWELL.'

Chupacabras: Fact or Fiction?

This feature investigates the phenomenon of the 'Chupacabras,' also known as 'El Chupa Cabras' (The Goat Sucker), which has caused widespread hysteria. The article notes its emergence in Puerto Rico and its association with UFO sightings and alien entities.

Communications .... Security or UFO-Flight Monitor?

This article, accompanied by an image of a mysterious device overlooking Area 51, explores the potential use of UFO-flight monitors for security purposes at a location famous for its rumors involving aliens and alien technology.

UFO Brief - Worldwide Sightings & Encounter Reports

• This extensive section compiles numerous UFO sightings and encounter reports from around the globe during late 1995 and early 1996. Reports include:
• Australia: A large white light observed in Melrose, SA; a 'battleship grey object' with a box shape in the Northern Territory; and bright amber or orange fireball-type lights and inexplicable beams across the continent. A white fluorescent strip, possibly a lost NASA satellite, was also reported.
• Brazil: A peasant girl in Brazil claims she was nearly kidnapped by a man from a UFO resembling Mr. Spock.
• Canada: A circular pattern of lights in New Westminster, B.C.; pulsating multicolored lights observed in Fort Resolution, N.W.T.; and a small diamond-shaped object hovering over a dry kiln plant in Pembroke, Ontario.
• Holland: A boomerang-shaped light traveling rapidly in Zeeland, and a loud 'weak humming' noise detected in Goirle.
• Italy: A top-shaped object with humanoid occupants hovering in Pasiano, and a dark 'monolith' with light beams illuminating the ground in an unspecified location.
• Korea (South): A doughnut-shaped object glowing with a red light was monitored by air force personnel in Taegu, and a book titled 'UFO Syndromes' is a bestseller.
• Malaysia: Hundreds of people witnessed a large, football-field-sized object with red flashing lights in Tanjung Sepat Laut, though the Malaysian Air Force dismissed the sightings.
• Mexico: German UFO investigator Michael Hesemann filmed a UFO in Mexico City and reported that an Aeromexico pilot claimed to have collided with a UFO, damaging the aircraft's landing gear.
• Norway: Unexplained lights were sighted near Stavanger, with local air traffic control monitoring UFOs via radar. Two large holes were discovered on a nearby beach.

Puerto Rico - Chupacabras

This article revisits the 'Chupacabras' phenomenon, noting its emergence on an island rich in UFO sightings and alien entities, and describes a UFO observed floating around a radio station antenna.

Force Fields, Invisible Entities & Time Shifts

This brief mention suggests a topic related to advanced physical phenomena and temporal distortions.

Japanese Alien ... It Was Not!

This piece debunks a photograph that appeared on the cover of the previous issue, claiming it represented the 'real' alien from Roswell. It is revealed that the image was actually a prop created for the TV movie 'Roswell' and was loaned to the International UFO Museum and Research Centre.

Fire or just plain Pie in the Sky?

This article discusses Travis Walton's book 'Fire in the Sky: The Walton Experience,' an account of his abduction experience. It mentions the controversy surrounding the case, with UFO debunker Philip J. Klass suggesting a hoax, and the early involvement of reporters from The National Enquirer.

Al Ubaid 'Alien' Head

This section describes an unusual mask-like artifact recovered by archaeologists from the ruins at Al Ubaid, dating back to around 5,000 BC. The community where it was found was close to the ancient city of Ur.

The Search Goes On

This brief note mentions Project BETA, the Billion-Channel Extraterrestrial Assay, launched at Oak Ridge Observatory to scan the universe for signs of intelligent life on other worlds.

Us Looking at Them Looking at Us

This article reports on the discovery of a planet orbiting the star 51 Pegasi, located 42 light-years from Earth. Astronomers at Geneva Observatory found evidence suggesting a planet with a mass at least half that of Jupiter.

Lunar Enigmas - Part 2

This detailed article, part two of a series, delves into research by Richard C. Hoagland and his group, 'The Mars Mission,' concerning apparent artificial ruins on the Moon. Based on the interpretation of NASA photographs, they suggest the existence of 'massive constructs' and a 'huge dome' of glass-like material, potentially a 'life-support environment.' The article highlights the withholding of a significant portion of new lunar photographs from the American Clementine Mission by the Pentagon.

The McDaniel Report - conclusion

This section summarizes the conclusion of Prof. S. V. McDaniel's 'The McDaniel Report,' which addresses NASA's handling of the 'Cydonia' region on Mars. It criticizes NASA's 'credibility gap' and lack of transparency regarding imaging data. The report puts forward recommendations for future Mars missions, including the use of high-resolution cameras, assignment of priority to suspect landforms, and the immediate release of raw data and video imagery to the public. It also calls for an interdisciplinary panel to investigate NASA's behavior regarding the Cydonia region and SETI methodology.

New Research Strengthens Case for Face

This brief report mentions that researchers Dr. Mark Carlotto and Dr. James F. Strange presented papers at a Society for Scientific Exploration meeting, citing new work that strengthens claims that objects seen in the Cydonia region of Mars may be artificial. The findings suggest a geometric arrangement of small 'mounds' in the area.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue of ANNALS revolve around the persistent mysteries of UFOs and potential extraterrestrial contact. The magazine consistently questions official narratives, highlights evidence of secrecy and cover-ups (particularly by NASA), and presents a wide array of global sightings and alleged encounters. The editorial stance is one of critical inquiry, advocating for transparency and open data sharing in the investigation of these phenomena. There is a clear emphasis on presenting diverse perspectives, from eyewitness accounts to scientific analysis, while maintaining a healthy skepticism towards unsubstantiated claims and potential hoaxes.

Title: The World Loves A Mystery
Issue: Vol. 4, Issue 11
Date: April 1996
Publisher: UFO Magazine
Country: United Kingdom

This issue of 'The World Loves A Mystery' explores a diverse range of unexplained phenomena, from alien encounters and mysterious crop circles to potential extraterrestrial influences on Mars and anomalous events in various parts of the world.

Fresh Light on Abduction Cases

The lead article details reports from the United States of abductees returning with invisible fluorescent markings, visible only under black light. These marks, found on the face, arms, and palms, can remain visible for up to 10 days. The article also references historical accounts of 'glowing' humans, citing an English Mechanic report from 1869 and an Italian lady who glowed blue during an asthma attack in 1934. It mentions 'Anomalies and Curiosities of Medicine' by Dr. George Gould and Dr. Walter Pyle as a source for such data.

Cydonia: More Pieces for the Martian Puzzle

This section focuses on the work of researcher Dr. Mark Carlotto concerning the Cydonia region of Mars. Carlotto, an expert in fractal geometry, analyzed satellite imagery and concluded that the 'face' and pyramid-like structures in Cydonia exhibit non-fractal patterns, suggesting they are intrusive on the natural landscape. The article also notes a pyramid-like structure found near a crater ejecta blanket, which appears to have survived the original impact, raising questions about its origin. It criticizes NASA for avoiding the issue of Cydonia, despite the initial discovery of the 'Face on Mars' image by NASA engineers Vincent DiPetro and Gregory Molenaar.

Pacifist Formation: Beyond The Circles

Written by Jazz Rasool, this article discusses the 'Pacifist' crop formation. It details how two individuals, Jane and Sarah, discovered the formation in a wheat field in Southern England. Jane experienced pains related to a past hysterectomy upon entering the formation, and Sarah developed a sore throat. The article links the formation's radioactivity symbol to nuclear testing sites, specifically Hiroshima and the Muraroa Atoll in French Polynesia, suggesting a message about the 'stupidity of wars that utilise Nuclear weaponry.' The location of the formation near East Chinook is also noted as a coincidence with the 'CHINNOK fracture zone.' The author explores the concept of 'Healing Energies' within crop formations, suggesting they operate on similar principles to homeopathic remedies, influencing gravitational fields and potentially consciousness.

Two Thirds

This is a brief mention of a book by David P. Meyers and David S. Percy, which discusses the history of the human race, pyramids, features on Mars, and crop formations, along with advanced propulsion drives utilizing gravitational waves.

Circular File

• This section presents various brief reports:
• A pictogram found in a 20-hectare wheat field in Ontario, Canada, in July 1994, featuring a central corridor and concentric circles.
• Mineral Mystery: Scientists at the Natural History Museum identified a new, vivid blue mineral bought in Morocco, composed of millions of sub-microscopic fibers.
• Discoveries: An eminent church scholar dismissed findings of tomb relics bearing names of Jesus, Mary, and Joseph as a mere 'interesting coincidence.'

Circle Hoax Confession

This report reveals that Northern Ireland's first crop circle, found in August 1993, was a hoax created by students for BBC TV's 'Confessions' show.

Anomalous Phenomena of Northern Ireland

• This section compiles several reports from Northern Ireland:
• Cattle Mutilation: An incident in Co. Armagh involved a cow drained of blood, with skin and organs surgically removed, suggesting a non-animal cause.
• UFO Activity Continues: Reports of UFO sightings persist in the border area, with locals denying British Army helicopters are responsible.
• Mystery Beast Returns: Sightings of a 'dark brown cat-like animal' are reported in Comber, Co. Down, consistent with previous 'Alien Big Cat' (ABC) reports.
• The Spirit Moved Her: Eileen Monaghan and her children were re-housed due to alleged poltergeist activity in their home in Moneymore.

A Ghostly Alien Experience

An elderly lady in Athy, Co. Kildare, reported encountering what she initially believed were 'ghosts' after her vehicle stalled. She experienced lost time and saw two strange figures illuminated by a strong white light, later identifying them as alien creatures from a UFO book.

Cylindrical Encounter

Witness Michael Dormer reported seeing a silver cylinder object, dustbin-sized, moving near a field of blackcurrant bushes in 1978. The object stopped and then hovered before disappearing.

Jacques Vallee: Active Researcher, Sorrowful Bystander

This article features an interview with UFO researcher Jacques Vallee, who expresses disillusionment with ufology. He warns of governmental abuse of UFO information, manipulation of public beliefs, and the field falling back into infancy. Vallee believes governments may be covering up their own ignorance or using the phenomenon to disguise weapons tests and mind control experiments. He describes himself as a 'sorrowful bystander' due to the lack of critical examination of facts within the UFO research community.

Chupacabras: Puerto Rico's Island Home

This report details the mysterious 'Chupacabras' phenomenon in Puerto Rico, a blood-sucking creature blamed for the deaths of numerous animals. While government officials initially attributed the incidents to stray dogs, a veterinarian's findings suggest otherwise, noting unusual puncture wounds and the absence of blood loss. The article also mentions concurrent UFO sightings and other strange phenomena on the island, contributing to a climate of mass hysteria.

The Phoenix Gazette - April 5, 1909: Explorations in Grand Canyon

This reprinted article discusses the discovery of an immense cave in the Grand Canyon, potentially revealing ancient people who migrated from the Orient, possibly Egypt. The findings include artifacts suggesting a high state of civilization and a link between Egypt and Arizona. The Smithsonian Institution is mentioned as financing the explorations, though later it is suggested they dismissed the Acambaro collection as a hoax and that their files are missing.

UK UFO Brief: Nationwide Sightings & Encounter Reports

This section provides a summary of UFO sightings across Britain in 1995 and early 1996. It notes a significant increase in reports, with many describing 'Flying Triangle' configurations and a potential link to nuclear power stations. The article also highlights the increasing frequency of animal mutilation incidents in the UK, similar to those reported in the US, and mentions a book by Linda Moulton Howe.

• Brief reports from various UK locations include:
• Birmingham: 35 people witnessed a UFO, described as a saucer-like object with colored lights. A farmer reported a disc projecting a paralyzing beam onto his horses.
• Cheltenham: Two security guards witnessed a pair of bright lights traveling at high speed above a facility.
• Chelmsford: An unprecedented number of reports described a circle of eight white lights spinning around a ninth.
• Coventry: A family saw a saucer-shaped object with blue and red lights beaming down.
• Southport: A triangle-shaped object with lights was seen hovering and maneuvering over a field.
• Wantage: A static bright light was seen above an unused airbase, later splitting into three smaller lights.
• Guernsey: An elderly resident reported seeing two square-shaped, silver-grey objects that left faint smoke trails.

Abduction Recall

A Gloucestershire man reported being abducted from his car by small grey aliens and subjected to a medical examination on board their craft. The creatures were described as small, gangly humanoids with grey skin and distinctive facial features.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue revolve around the unexplained, with a strong focus on UFOs, alien encounters, and mysterious phenomena. The magazine presents a wide array of reports from different regions, suggesting a global interest in these topics. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry, presenting various accounts and theories without necessarily endorsing them, while also including critical perspectives, such as Jacques Vallee's concerns about the state of ufology. There is a consistent effort to link seemingly disparate events, such as crop circles with nuclear activity or UFO sightings with animal mutilations, suggesting an underlying interconnectedness of anomalous phenomena.

Title: CHECK OUT magazine review
Issue: 22
Date: March/April 1996
Price: £1.95
Cover Headline: Force Fields, Invisible Entities & Time Shifts

This issue of CHECK OUT magazine, a UK publication, focuses on a variety of anomalous phenomena, with a strong emphasis on UFOs and related mysteries. The cover story, "Force Fields, Invisible Entities & Time Shifts," highlights unusual encounters.

El Yunque National Rainforest Incident

The magazine recounts an incident in El Yunque National Rainforest, Puerto Rico, where a U.S. Forestry Service scientist encountered an invisible force field. The scientist described being pushed back by an unseen obstacle, initially mistaking it for a rock. Upon further attempts to proceed, he encountered the force field again, which felt like a magnetic shield that yielded to pressure. After traversing the field, the forest became eerily silent, and the scientist felt a menacing presence, perceiving a stench similar to human feces or sulphur. He eventually broke through the intensified field and fled.

The Chupacabras Phenomenon

Puerto Rico is a focal point for reports of the 'Chupacabras,' a creature described as having hairy arms, huge red eyes, and a kangaroo-like appearance with spines on its back. The creature is said to have the ability to change color and fly short distances. The island's largest circulation newspaper, El Vocero, has covered these reports, and police in Caguas investigated alleged sightings. The hysteria surrounding the creature led to hunts across the island. UFO researcher Jorge Martin has compiled eyewitness accounts, describing the Chupacabras as 4-6 feet tall, walking upright, with large, oval, red eyes. The issue includes a reproduction of what is claimed to be the only alleged photograph of the creature, which the author dismisses as a clumsy hoax. The phenomenon later extended to Vieques Island, with reports of livestock slayings and a woman describing a grotesque, winged mass emitting howling noises.

Similar attacks have been reported in Mexico, California, and Florida, and the magazine notes a history of such attrocities attributed to this creature in the Americas. In Amazonian Brazil, a similar phenomenon known as 'Chupa-Chupa' occurred in the 1970s, characterized by UFO incidents and attacks on women, where a 'Bicho Sugador' (Sucking Animal) would appear and fire a piercing light.

UFO Implants and Monitoring

The article "Just Who Is In Control?" discusses UFO investigators' work in removing 'implants' from alleged abductees. While most implants are described as meaningless, Dr. Roger Leir, a surgeon and MUFON consultant, has removed several units that are strangely different. These metallic, two-piece units reportedly contain 'numerous nerve endings,' leading to speculation that they may act as monitoring devices. Preliminary analysis by three laboratories has been described as 'mind-boggling.'

News-Stand Review

The "News-Stand Review" section provides brief descriptions of other UFO and paranormal publications:

• UFO REALTY: A new 60-page glossy magazine featuring UFO events from the Glastonbury area, an interview with Whitley Streiber, and images from Mexico.
• UFO MAGAZINE: This established UK publication, now 60 pages, covers worldwide UFO events, including the Puerto Rican 'Chupacabras' and a CAA report on a 1995 mid-air encounter with a UFO. It is noted for its pictures and advertisements, representing good value.

Book Highlights

The "New Book Highlights" section reviews several recently published books:

• In Search of Ghosts by Ian Wilson: An investigation into the existence and nature of ghosts.
• Call of Pacal Votan by Jose Arguelles: Explores Mayan prophecies and the concept of time.
• Cult of the Black Virgin by Ean Begg: Studies the phenomenon of the Black Virgin in Christian worship.
• Strange Attractors: Fortean Times: Covers oddities and strange reports.
• Dinosaur in a Haystack by Stephen Jay Gould: Essays on natural history.
• Safe as Houses? by Cowan & Girdlestone: A book on geopathic stress.
• Magical Animals by Claire Nahmad: Explores connections in myth and folklore regarding animals.
• Enigma of Borley Rectory by Ivan Banks: A book on the haunted Borley Rectory.
• Secret Language of Stars & Planets by Geoffrey Cornelius: A guide combining astrology, astronomy, and symbolism.
• Keeper of Genesis by Graham Hancock & Robt Bauval: Investigates the mysteries of the Sphinx and the Great Pyramid.
• Stonehenge: The Ritual Origins of Astronomy by John North: A research-based exploration of Stonehenge.
• Remarkable Recovery by Caryl Hirshberg: A scientific account of spontaneous recovery from terminal disease.
• Mythbusters by Bowvayne: Real-life adventures in the supernatural.
• In Search of Stones by Scott M Peck: Travels exploring megalithic sites.
• According to the Evidence by Erich von Daniken: Presents evidence for the ET origin of mankind.
• Lost World of Agharti by Alec Maclellan: Explores the legend of the subterranean world of Agharti.
• Mysteries from Forgotten Worlds by Charles Berlitz: Investigates paranormal phenomena and lost civilizations.
• Celtic Sacred Landscapes by Nigel Pennick: A view of Celtic holy sites.
• Standing Stones of Europe by Jean Bradbery & Alastair Service: A guide to European stone monuments.

Other Mentions

The issue also includes a mail order book list from "WILLOW," offering various books on UFOs and the paranormal, including titles on Roswell, lost cities, and crystal skulls. An illustration from Jonathan Swift's 'Gulliver's Travels' depicting a flying island is also featured.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are the investigation of unexplained phenomena, particularly UFO sightings, alleged alien encounters, and mysterious creatures like the Chupacabras. There is a focus on evidence, eyewitness accounts, and the scientific or pseudo-scientific analysis of these events. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry into these subjects, presenting various reports and research while also critically evaluating some of the evidence, such as the alleged Chupacabras photograph. The inclusion of book reviews and a news-stand section suggests an aim to keep readers informed about the broader landscape of UFOlogy and paranormal research.