APRO Bulletin - 1979 11 00 - Vol 28 No 5

Magazine Overview

This issue of The APRO Bulletin, dated November 1979, is Volume 28, Number 5. It is published by the Aerial Phenomena Research Organization, Inc. (APRO) and edited by Coral E. Lorenzen. The cover headline is "UFOs and MUTILATIONS - A LINK?", suggesting a central theme connecting these phenomena. The issue is primarily in English and covers a range of topics related to UFO research.

Content Summary

More Ado About Meier by Jim Lorenzen

This section is a continuation of a debate regarding the Billy Meier contact case, specifically addressing points raised in response to an open letter published in the August 1979 bulletin. Jim Lorenzen refutes claims made by the 'Genesis III group' concerning his involvement and the presentation of evidence. He disputes that he wrote statements for a flyer and book in his own hand, stating his comments were abbreviated and that he considered the photos to be 'art'. He clarifies that his views are shared by several major UFO organizations. Lorenzen also challenges the claim that the photo book was a fair presentation, suggesting a focus on salesmanship over truth. He questions the statement about proceeds being used for volume II, implying a discrepancy. Regarding UFO models, Lorenzen asserts that Meier does not build them, but acknowledges a wooden model was made by a friend's son and photographed. He counters the accusation that Meier attempted to destroy evidence of models, detailing how a discarded model was recovered by police. Lorenzen also mentions Lou Zinstag's account of finding burned negatives, one of which was a model picture, and Ilse Von Jacobi's information about another model. He criticizes the claim that a discarded model could be a 'red herring', suggesting Meier is smart enough to dispose of evidence. Lorenzen also notes that he has a wooden model of a flying saucer on his desk at APRO, questioning if that invalidates his work.

UFOs and Mutilations - A Link? by Coral E. Lorenzen

This article explores the connection between UFOs and the mysterious surgical mutilation of cattle, a phenomenon prevalent in the Western and Midwestern United States. Theories for the mutilations have included black magic cults, predators, and UFO occupants. The latter has gained popularity due to the specific removal of animal parts and the absence of tracks, suggesting aerial perpetrators. The article details the types of parts removed from both female and male animals. It then presents a link found by APRO between three incidents of mutilations and UFO sightings. A National Enquirer article is cited, reporting on dead animals (wallabies, ducks, geese, swan) found at the Newquay Zoo in Western England with missing internal organs and no blood. Police noted the wallaby was taken from its enclosure without struggle. Radiation was allegedly found in the area. APRO had previously published a report on UFO sightings and cattle mutilations in Colorado. The article then details a New Mexico UFO activity report from September 1979 near Albuquerque, involving a 'phantom helicopter' with colored lights but no sound, observed by multiple witnesses including a police officer. This report is presented as a link in the UFO-Mutilation evidence chain. Another case from Wyoming involves a rancher who witnessed a disc-shaped object descend behind a ridge, and subsequently, his cow disappeared. Finally, an abduction case from Southern Arizona is mentioned, where a woman and her family experienced a loss of time after a UFO sighting. An excerpt from a hypnotic regression session is provided, where the witness describes a blimp-like object and a laboratory setting where an animal, possibly a cat or calf, was being cut up.

MINI-UFOs, METAL PIECES IN FINLAND

This report, forwarded by Suomen Ufotutkijat ry. (UFO Research for Finland), details a significant UFO case discovered in Suonenjoki, Central Finland. While UFOs were photographed in the area in 1972, the most significant events occurred in 1973, 1975, and 1979. The 1979 events yielded extensive documentation, including twelve photos from one case, a national record. Four landing trace areas and metal retrievals are noted. The primary witness is Jarmo Nykanen, a 24-year-old electrician, classified as reliable by UFO Research of Finland. Reijo Kolehmainen, 28, is a secondary witness, with three of the four landing trace areas found near his home. The report is based on interviews and documents. The article details three landing trace areas found around Kolehmainen's home in February 1979. The first, on February 2nd, was a 2.5-meter crater in the snow with melted snow, red liquid, metal pieces, and a metallic cup. On February 5th, a larger crater was found with similar findings. On February 21st, a third area had three holes, red liquid, and metal pieces, but no metallic cup. The Kolehmainens reported a shooting sound and a strange light phenomenon. On March 8th, Reijo Kolehmainen asked Jarmo Nykanen to guard his house. On March 10th, Nykanen saw a flash of light and a bell-shaped mini-UFO (half a meter in diameter) with blue and red lights, but his camera flash failed. Later, on March 16th, Nykanen mapped the landing trace areas, forming a triangle leading to the cottage. He encountered another bell-shaped mini-UFO and took photos. The UFO emitted a red beam of light that temporarily blinded him. After the UFO disappeared, pieces of metal and red liquid were left on the ground. Nykanen met Kolehmainen, who noticed blood on Nykanen's nose and two tiny holes that later disappeared. The camera used was a Yashica Junior with Sakura color film.

EVALUATION OF MEDICAL INJURIES RESULTING FROM UFO CLOSE ENCOUNTERS by Richard C. Niemtzow, M.D. and John F. Schuessler

This paper addresses the substantial medical injuries reported by UFO close encounter witnesses, classifying them into three categories: temporary effects (paralysis, dizziness, nausea, headache, blindness, perception of unusual sounds), chronic effects (skin lesions possibly from ionizing radiation), and parapsychological manifestations. The authors suggest that these untoward effects demonstrate the existence of the phenomenon and recommend an in-depth evaluation. They propose a series of medical tests for physicians to assess the credibility of close encounter reports. These tests include: Complete Blood Count with Differential, Serum Cortisol, Weight Loss assessment, Serum and Urinary Potassium, Sodium, and Chloride, Urine Calcium and Phosphorus, Urinary Ketones, Serum Glucose, Chest X-ray, and Biopsies of Skin Lesions. The paper provides brief explanations for the relevance of each test, often drawing parallels with physiological changes observed in astronauts.

PRESS REPORTS SUMMARY by Iris Maack

This section summarizes various UFO sightings and related phenomena reported in late summer and early fall of 1979. The author notes that 1979 has been a year of "surprises" and "mind-boggling concepts of anomalies," suggesting a move towards parapsychology.

• August 11th, Somer's, New York: A spoon-shaped object, described as 'no aircraft', was observed. It had a 'handle' and a 'bubble like appearance' with wings and an antenna system. It was charcoal grey and left no visible vapor trail.
• August 22nd, Alamogordo, New Mexico: An 'upside-down trapezoid' object was seen hovering. A smaller object reportedly dropped from underneath. While Holloman AFB reported no objects, an officer saw a 'weather balloon', which the witnesses ruled out.
• August 24th, Colorado Springs, Colorado: A 'large comet-like' object with a tail was reported near Pikes Peak, moving towards Devil's Playground.
• September 1st, Southern St. Johns County, Florida: A large white glowing, egg-shaped object with a large dome on top and a smaller dome on the bottom was observed. It dimmed and brightened as it moved. The sighting caused dogs to bark and electric clocks and fans to malfunction.
• September 1st, New Glarus Woods, Wisconsin: Three sheriff's deputies reported seeing two bright lights below cylinder-shaped objects. The objects were estimated to be 150-200 feet over the woods.
• September 5th, San Diego, California: At Rancho del Campo Rehabilitation Center, cattle exhibited restless behavior. A counselor and boys saw a lighted dome-like object with a band of lights and a blinking red light.
• September 7th, Milwaukee, Wisconsin: Two men reported a pointed mushroom-shaped UFO hovering over trees. The object was described as 'very bright orange' and appeared to be partially behind trees.
• Unknown Date (related to September 7th): An officer observed a 'glowing kind of light' in the mountains southeast of his camp. Another camp officer noted strange behavior in cattle. These events occurred between 8 and 10 p.m. before an eclipse of the moon.

MAGNETOMETER AT APRO

APRO announces the purchase of a precision recording magnetometer to detect and monitor UFO-associated magnetic fields. The solid-state device operates indefinitely and automatically triggers a recording system. It has a frequency response of .1 Hertz through 10 Hertz with 60 Hertz power line noise rejection. The system is designed to detect magnetic field changes and provides an audible indication. It was designed by Neil Davis, Robert Gonsett, Jan Eric Herr, and Dennis Kuzara.

Review - "Specula"

This section reviews "Specula," a publication covering UFOs, cattle mutilations, hyperspace, and other frontier science topics. The July-September 1979 issue discusses the Priore Machine (for arresting cancerous growth) and the Neurophone (for direct sensory input). The review notes the highly technical aspects of the articles, which may bewilder the average reader but intrigue those with a physics background.

LEVELS OF REALITY AND THE UFO DISPLAY by R. Leo Sprinkle, Ph.D.

This is a conclusion from a presentation at the 1st UFO Congress in Brazilia. It discusses long-term contact maintained through 'tensor beam communication, telepathy, trances, repeated abductions and face to face encounters with "extra-terrestrials" living on Earth.' The 'Motivation of the Method' is to filter information to the common people, with contactees receiving 'bits' of knowledge to research and present to mankind. The 'Body of Knowledge' is classified into areas like archeology, geology, meteorology, genetics, biology, science (space travel, electromagnetism), and spirituality (consciousness beyond the body). The author proposes an exercise for the audience to take an imaginary journey to their first UFO sighting. A table presents a model of human consciousness and UFO experiences, linking levels of reality (Spirit, Thought, Life, Matter) to levels of evolution and types of UFO experiences (Messages, Entities, Craft).

"Latter-day patch-work"

This section contains a letter from an individual (presumably associated with the Meier case) critiquing the 'Semjase correspondence' as 'latter-day patch-work' and lacking intellectual transformation. The author argues that the case, if not handled with historical sources and linguistics, will be damaging to American ufology. The letter also disputes Meier's claim of extraterrestrial contact starting at age four, stating he first reported sighting a craft at age five or six and had previously released photos of glowing egg-shaped objects. The author also challenges the claim that a model tree in a photo was full size, citing a photo consultant's report that the test is only valid with the original negative. The author suggests that the judgment on the Meier case has been rushed due to a 'strong will to believe' and a desire to recover monetary investment. The author quotes Mr. Stevens, who states the book "UFO Contact From The Pleiades" was never designed to present hard facts but was an overview in picture book form, with significant investment in accumulating information and testing photos.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are the ongoing investigation into the Billy Meier case, the potential connection between UFO phenomena and animal mutilations, and the physical and psychological effects of UFO encounters on witnesses. The APRO Bulletin, through its articles and summaries, maintains a stance of rigorous investigation, seeking to connect disparate phenomena and present evidence, even when controversial. There is a clear effort to document sightings, analyze evidence, and provide a platform for researchers and witnesses, while also engaging in critical analysis and debate, as seen in the exchange regarding the Meier case. The publication also shows an interest in the broader implications of UFO research, including its connection to parapsychology and the potential for new scientific understanding.