Awareness - 1967

Magazine Overview

Title: AWARENESS
Issue: JOURNAL OF THE INTERNATIONAL SKY SCOUTS (UK)
Date: 1967

This issue of 'Awareness' magazine, published by the International Sky Scouts (UK), delves into the world of UFO phenomena, extraterrestrial contact, and broader philosophical considerations related to a 'New Age' of consciousness. The publication serves as a platform for sharing UFO sighting reports, research, and reflections from its members.

Reflections

The editorial section, titled 'Reflections,' highlights the common interest in flying saucers and spacecraft among the members. It emphasizes that organized sky-watching is a worthwhile activity, not only for observing potential UFOs but also for fostering a broader openness to communication with 'other planetary inhabitants.' The article posits that the 'flying saucer story' represents a revolution in human thinking, necessitating introspection and a pursuit of higher wisdom. It suggests that those aware of space ships can act as a bridge between humanity and its 'space friends,' becoming pioneers of a 'New-Age' with broad and long-range views.

The reflections also touch upon the societal changes of the past few years, noting a growing dissatisfaction with materialistic ideas and a search for deeper realities. It cautions against using drugs to achieve altered states, deeming the experiences illusory and potentially leading to lower psychic realms. The piece concludes by stating that supporting 'Contact' (the organization) is a joint effort to find truth and reality, projecting new ideas and ideals to foster greater consciousness evolution.

Common Quest

Authored by Anne Patterson, 'Common Quest' examines the historical succession of youth subcultures like Teds, Mods, and Hippies, noting their tendency to adopt new uniforms and a lack of lasting purpose. The article suggests that the current 'Hippie Phase' is marked by a dawning consciousness and a realization that a sense of purpose has been missing. While slogans of 'Peace' and 'Love' are acknowledged, the author questions if there's a lack of depth. The piece wonders if young people are too sophisticated to contemplate subjects like infinity or extraterrestrial activity. However, it notes the rapidly increasing number of 'Contact' members, indicating a spreading awareness and curiosity among young people globally. These individuals are described as having no slogans or fancy dress, but a shared fascination with greater things and the possibility of new knowledge from other realms.

International Flying Saucer Sighting Day

By Brinsley Je Pour Trench, this article reports on the success of International Flying Saucer Sighting Day on June 24th, the 20th anniversary of Kenneth Arnold's sighting. It states that the event saw flying saucers reported worldwide, with over 45,000 Sky Scouts participating. The author clarifies that the intention is not to 'order' saucers to appear but to 'invite' them. The article details several specific incidents:

• Six UFOs disrupted communications at the International Airport in Asuncion, Paraguay, flying at 2,500 ft.
• Professor Ricardo A. Frondizi of Argentina reported a young man's telepathic prediction of UFOs arriving from North-East and North-West bases, which accurately matched the events of June 24th, including their flight paths over Argentine provinces.
• In England, over 40 Sky Scout groups participated in a 24-hour watch despite rain.

Recent Sightings

Compiled by Brian S. Gill, this section provides a collection of UFO sighting reports:

• Albury Sighting: Squadron-Leader Shirwright and his wife witnessed a round or egg-shaped object moving rapidly across a field in Surrey, UK.
• Greenford Sighting: Five schoolboys saw three light grey discs with portholes and flat-topped cabins hovering and then flying off.
• Woking Sighting: Mrs. Harris observed a brilliant orange disc that suddenly sped up and vanished.
• Warminster Sighting: A cigar-shaped craft, grey with a red glow, was observed hovering for 15 minutes.
• Saucer follows Viscount: Two friends saw a dark grey, semi-circular object follow a Viscount aircraft, reverse direction, hover, and then ascend vertically.
• Cigar Shaped craft over Cardiff: A student observed an elongated brilliant white cigar-shaped object that moved away and disappeared.
• "Rosy" U.F.O. Over Middlesex: Mr. and Mrs. J.R. Willson reported two independently moving, slightly rose pink, elliptical objects moving in a zig-zag course.
• Heathrow UFO: Two friends saw a bright white light that appeared as five lights forming an elliptical shape, which then disappeared towards Heathrow Airport.
• Sky Scouts see large UFO at Warminster: Sky Scouts observed a 'huge orange oblong' object estimated to be 200 ft long and 50 ft high, which remained stationary for ten minutes.
• Epping 'Cigar': A bright red cigar-shaped light was seen over Epping, intensifying as it neared the ground, then hovering and shooting off towards London at high speed. The object appeared as four semi-circular objects on film.
• Unusual Star near Reading: Ronald Salisbury observed an unusual star that moved erratically, pulsed, and was joined by two red objects, all performing aerobatic movements for two hours. His dog reacted unusually during the sighting.
• Southend Sighting: Two brothers observed a large star doing a 'figure of eight,' then descending as a red light, hovering, and circling their house. A 'swishing-whistling' sound was heard.
• Rio de Janeiro Sighting: A lawyer reported a UFO hovering for 40 minutes, flashing yellow and blue lights in response to his headlight signals. Other witnesses corroborated the event, describing zig-zag passes and a sudden disappearance at high speed.

Police Sight Flying Saucer

Constable Steve Parsonage and Constable Lionel Haw reported seeing a flying saucer on Liverpool Road, Hindley. They described it as a round-shaped object, high altitude, travelling east at fast speed, not a plane or comet, and glowing white. It was estimated to be over 100 ft in diameter and was observed for two minutes. Airports confirmed no planes were in the vicinity.

The Law of Attraction

Colin Watson's article discusses the 'Law of Magnetism' and its application to personal and group interactions. It suggests that while like forces repel and opposites attract in physics, human attraction often follows similar interests. The author applies this to sky watches, noting that some enthusiasts carry weapons, which could attract unwanted attention. Instead, the article advocates for approaching sky watches with keen anticipation and friendly feelings, believing that this positive outlook might attract friendly cosmic beings and facilitate contact.

A Vaster Reality

Peter Coleman recounts his personal journey into UFO interest, starting with reading 'Flying Saucers Have Landed.' He describes becoming fascinated and awakened to a 'vaster reality' and a 'whole new Awareness.' He emphasizes that limiting oneself to purely UFO investigation is a mistake and that the subject has ties to other 'New Age' topics. Coleman highlights the need for an organization for young people interested in UFOs and expresses joy in joining 'Contact,' noting its rapid growth and its role in opening new avenues of research and giving young people a new, vaster reality. The article states that Contact aims to extend friendship to the pilots of UFOs, acting as a 'vital link,' 'bridge,' or 'key' to the enigma.

Visitors From Outer Space

Vyacheslav Zaitsev's article, reprinted from SOVIFT WEEKLY, discusses archaeological findings in the Bayan-Kara-Ula Mountains on the border of China and Tibet. Archaeologists have found 716 odd-looking stone discs with hieroglyphs, dating back several thousand years. These discs have a hole in the center with a double groove, described as the oldest writing in China. The decipherment by Chinese archaeologists was so shattering that its publication was banned by the Peking Academy of Pre-History. The work, titled 'Groove Writing Relating to Spaceships,' suggests the discs existed 12,000 years ago. The article mentions the Ham and Dropa tribes inhabiting the caves, described as frail, stunted men. Hieroglyphs indicate that the Dropas came from the clouds in gliders and that the newcomers had peaceful intentions. Another hieroglyph expresses regret over the loss of the tribe's own space-ships. Scientists in Moscow discovered the discs contain a large amount of cobalt and metals and vibrate unusually, suggesting an electric charge. Legends of ancient China speak of small, gaunt, yellow-faced men descending from the clouds. The article also notes that archaeologists found 12,000-year-old graves and skeletons of an 'extinct species of ape' in the caves, but questions whether apes would bury each other or write on stone discs. The inner walls of the caves are covered with pictures of celestial bodies and pea-sized dots, possibly representing approaching objects.

Planet Positions

Compiled by Bill Trotter, this section provides astronomical information for September and October, detailing the visibility of Mercury, Venus, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune, along with Moon positions. It also lists visible satellites from London, including Echo I and II, Pageos A, Ariel 3 and 1, and a Russian satellite.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue of 'Awareness' magazine revolve around UFO sightings, the potential for extraterrestrial contact, and the philosophical implications of these phenomena for human consciousness and society. There is a strong emphasis on the 'New Age' perspective, advocating for a broader understanding of reality, introspection, and a search for deeper truths beyond materialism. The International Sky Scouts (UK) and its organization 'Contact' are presented as key facilitators of this exploration, aiming to unite individuals interested in UFOs and to foster a welcoming attitude towards potential visitors from other worlds. The magazine also touches upon ancient mysteries, such as the Bayan-Kara-Ula discs, linking them to extraterrestrial visitation and ancient civilizations. The editorial stance is one of open-mindedness, curiosity, and a belief in the transformative potential of UFO phenomena for humanity's evolution.

This document comprises pages 18, 19, and 20 of a publication titled "CONTACT (U.K.)", with world headquarters in London, England. The content focuses on membership, the organization's journal, and recommended reading material related to UFOs and related phenomena. The publication appears to be a newsletter or magazine for a group interested in flying saucers and broader concepts of awareness.

Membership and Organization

The annual subscription for membership in the United Kingdom is 5 shillings. Members receive a membership card, the quarterly magazine "Awareness", and other relevant information. To join, prospective members are instructed to write to Keith Palmer, Membership Secretary, at 68 Ellenborough Road, Wood Green, London, N.22, enclosing a stamped addressed envelope along with their subscription. The organization welcomes new members.

The cover of the "Awareness" journal was designed by Len Wallings, a Contact member from Southend. The emblem adopted by the organization is a winged sun disc, which is described as representing both a flying saucer and winged thought. It is also seen as symbolic of the "New Age of awareness and widening horizons," which is the reason for the journal's name. This symbolism is further linked to the psycho-spiritual evolution observed today.

Johan Quanjer, the National Chairman, has proposed an interesting idea for local groups. He suggests that each group, in addition to investigating local sightings and holding skywatching and discussion meetings, should also specialize in a particular aspect of Contact activity, becoming a national center for that specific area. For instance, the Southend branch has become the central sighting co-ordinators for Contact (U.K.), and the N. Surrey branch is focusing on Leys & Orthoteny. Members are encouraged to send any ideas for local group activities or other suggestions to Johan Quanjer at 51a York Mansions, Prince of Wales Drive, London, S.W.11.

Publications and Resources

The document highlights several publications and resources available to members and interested individuals.

Sky Scouts Handbook: Described as a good introduction to Sky Scouts and flying saucer research, it is available for 3 shillings (post free) from J. Goddard, 43 Walton Bridge Road, Shepperton, Middlesex.

UFO Photographs: A set of 12 photographs (6" x 3") is available for £1 from W.J. Trotter, 3 Osterberg Road, Dartford, Kent.

Sighting Reports: Reports requiring investigation should be sent to Brian Gill, Research & Evaluation Officer, at 33 Grovewood Avenue, Eastwood, Leigh-on-Sea, Essex.

Editor: Jimmy Goddard is the editor, located at 43 Walton Bridge Road, Shepperton, Middlesex. Contributions, letters, and articles are welcomed.

Subscription Renewals: Members whose subscriptions are due or overdue are asked to send their renewals to the Membership Secretary to ensure they continue receiving copies of "Awareness."

Handbook on Leys & Orthoteny: A new publication edited by Jimmy Goddard, this handbook covers all orthoteny's and major leys in Great Britain, offering practical hints on ley hunting and other discoveries. It is considered a "MUST" for every member and is obtainable from J. Goddard, "Wynchlands", Walton Bridge Road, Shepperton, Middlesex, for 2 shillings including postage.

Recommended Books

Page 20 lists a comprehensive selection of recommended books, with prices indicated (all prices include postage):

• THE FLYING SAUCER STORY - 26/-
• THE SKY PEOPLE - By the Hon. Brinsley Le - 26/-
• MEN AMONG MANKIND - Poer Trench, International Chairman, ISS. - 26/-
• FORGOTTEN HERITAGE - 26/-
• FLYING SAUCERS THROUGH THE AGES - by Paul Thomas (Misraki) - 22/-
• THE WAFLINSTER MYSTERY - by Arthur Shuttlewood - 25/-
• THE STRANGER AT THE PENTAGON - by Frank E. Strangers - 28/-
• INSIDE THE SPACECHIPS - by George Adamski (Paperback) - 7/6d
• FLYING SAUCERS HAVE LANDED - by George Adamski - 25/-
• MY CONTACT WITH FLYING SAUCERS - by Dino Kraspedon - 22/-
• ROAD IN THE SKY - 25/-
• OTHER TONGUES OTHER FLESH - 35/-
• SECRET FACES OF THE LION - by George Hunt Williamson - 25/-
• ONE WORLD ONE TRUTH - by Johan Quanjer (ISS National Chairman) - 15/-
• The Report on Identified Flying Objects - by Edward Ruppelt (Paperback) - 10/6
• WE ARE NOT ALONE - by Walter Sullivan - 35/6
• OVERIIND, a novel. - By Phyllis Marie Wadsworth - 22/-

Additionally, an LP record titled 'From World Afar', featuring Mollie Thompson singing "space age songs about our sky visitors," is recommended and priced at 22/6.

Orders and remittances for these items should be sent to Miss E. Stebbing, Dept. 9, 87 Selsea Avenue, Herne Bay, Kent.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this document are the promotion of UFO research and awareness, the organization's activities and membership, and the dissemination of related literature. The editorial stance appears to be one of active engagement with the subject matter, encouraging participation, investigation, and the sharing of information. There is a clear emphasis on the "New Age" perspective, linking UFO phenomena with spiritual evolution and widening horizons. The organization actively curates and recommends resources, including books and even music, that align with its interests, positioning itself as a central hub for information and community within the UFO enthusiast sphere in the UK.