Awareness - 1984-85 - Vol 13 No 2

Magazine Overview

Title: AWARENESS
Subtitle: JOURNAL OF CONTACT INTERNATIONAL
Issue: 2
Volume: 13
Date: 1984-5

This issue of "Awareness," the Journal of Contact International, published in Season 1984-5, presents a collection of articles and reports focused on UFO phenomena, alien encounters, and astronomical observations. The publication is based in Oxford, England, and serves as a platform for sharing information and research within the UFO community.

Editorial

The editorial section addresses reader interest in previous articles, particularly one on "The Inner Earth," and offers a bibliography for further study. It highlights the current edition's focus on a UFO sighting near the A40 road, which was briefly mentioned in the previous issue. A particularly startling case involving a young man's alleged Close Encounter of the Third Kind (CE III) in North Wales is also detailed. The witness was so affected that he sought immediate contact with Contact Headquarters. The "Data Research" team has been extensively investigating this case, respecting the witness's wish for privacy. The editorial also notes the strengthening of the Data Research team with new members, including Mike Soper, who brings expertise in computer programming and mathematical analysis.

Financial difficulties are acknowledged, with the organization having minimal capital due to printing and photocopier costs. Despite this, they are committed to continuing publication but cannot afford to host conferences or seminars due to the risk of financial loss. The subscription fee remains low at £4.95 per annum to encourage new members. The editor also mentions the absence of analysis forms in this issue, which will allow for a deeper study of controversial cases, noting a generally favorable reaction to the Betty and Barney Hill case and skepticism towards the White Horse Hill incident.

Articles and Features

INCIDENT ON THE A40

Investigated by Derek Mansell and Geoff Ambler, this article provides a detailed account of a UFO sighting that occurred on November 24th, 1984, around 10:15 p.m. The witnesses, a couple in their mid-thirties, were driving near Eynsham, Oxfordshire, when they observed a bright orange ball approaching from the northeast. The object was described as enormous, globular in shape, with millions of glowing orange balls on a dark background, and a dark central core. It changed color to dark red and green as it approached to within 150 yards and 100 feet height. The witnesses were convinced it was about to land, but it suddenly ascended vertically at great speed with blue and yellow flashes. The object was likened to a fairground Big Wheel or a molded disco loudspeaker cover.

During the sighting, the car's engine began to misfire, and the lights dimmed. The male witness experienced numbness and cold in his right arm for two days, and his watch showed the wrong date the following day. The witnesses felt the temperature rise as the object approached and were uncertain if there was any sound beyond their car engine. The female witness reported a vivid dream of her husband's arm becoming "hairy" and elongating.

Investigators found the witnesses to be credible and cooperative. Enquiries made to the police, Brize Norton (RAF base), and Kidlington (civil airbase) yielded negative corroboration. Brize Norton mentioned that their aircraft regularly operate in the area. The article notes that electrical storms were seen on the horizon before the encounter, raising the possibility of ball lightning, although no thunder was heard. The effects on the witnesses are described as classical UFO reactions, suggesting an object controlled by superior technology.

UFOLOGICAL ILLUSIONS - PLANETRY GUIDE 1985

Authored by G.E. Ambler, this section serves as an annual guide to help distinguish planets from UFOs. It charts the positions of planets for 1985, noting their visibility and brightness.

• Venus: A very bright object in the evenings until April, reappearing in the early hours later in the year. It will be as bright as -4.3 in February.
• Jupiter: Visible from July onwards as an evening object, reaching a maximum magnitude of -2.4 in August.
• Mars: In a poor position throughout the year, generally faint.
• Mercury: Visible erratically before sunset or sunrise, with its best sighting in March.
• Saturn: Visible all night from April to June, and before midnight from July to September, brightest in May at +0.2.

The guide also mentions other celestial objects like Sirius, Orion Nebula, Pleiades, and Halley's Comet (expected in 1986). It provides a table of magnitudes for celestial bodies and hypothetical cases where planets might be mistaken for UFOs, such as a brilliant white object seen on February 1st, 1985, likely Venus.

UFONAUTS - WHAT ARE THEY LIKE?

Written by Michael Courtney, this article explores the "alien hypothesis" based on observations of UFO behavior and accounts from abductee reports. The author posits that UFOs exhibit advanced technology, suggesting they are not of human origin. Descriptions from abductee reports, including those of Betty Andriasson and Monsieur Masse, depict humanoids as three to four feet tall with greyish-green skin, large heads, large frontal eyes, and minimal facial features. They are often described as wearing uniforms and appearing shy.

Courtney characterizes UFO pilots or programmers as efficient, quick-reacting, disciplined, skillful, and fun-loving, noting their apparent games with military "interceptors." He suggests they are highly intelligent, technical, scientific, and altruistic, possibly collecting specimens for preservation in case of a human holocaust. The article also touches upon the alien perception of time, viewing the human concept of it as primitive.

Contact International Council and Operations

Details are provided for the Contact International Council, listing key personnel including Lord Clancarty (Founder President), Geoffrey E. Ambler (Vice President), Ruth Rees (President), John Sear (National Chairman), Derek Mansell (Hon. Treasurer and Senior Research Officer), David Ridge (Investigations Co-ordinator), and Bernard Delair and John Loveridge (Librarians). The editorial address is given as 48 Crown Road, Wheatley, Oxford, England.

Advertising rates are listed, with prices per page for 2 and 4 issues, and lineage rates. The copyright for the material is held by CONTACT (UK) 1984.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are UFO sightings, the analysis of such events, and the potential implications of alien visitation. The magazine adopts a stance of serious investigation into these phenomena, presenting witness testimonies and expert analysis. There is a clear effort to distinguish between genuine UFO sightings and misidentifications of celestial bodies, as evidenced by the planetary guide. The publication also engages with the broader implications of UFOs, including the "alien hypothesis" and the possibility of cover-ups. The editorial stance emphasizes the importance of factual accuracy and responsible reporting, while also acknowledging the financial constraints faced by the organization.

This issue of the "Oxford Star" magazine, dated 14/15 2-85, delves deeply into the controversial topic of UFOs, with a particular focus on alleged government cover-ups and the role of intelligence agencies, primarily the CIA. The content suggests a critical stance towards official explanations and a belief in the reality of UFO phenomena and potential extraterrestrial visitation.

The Human Brain and UFOs

The opening section posits that human culture is often provided with poor quality information, likening it to using a powerful computer for trivial tasks. It suggests that generations perpetuate flawed methods and attitudes by copying past software. To improve culture, parents should foster different attitudes, encouraging harmony and love. The author draws parallels between UFO behavior and a more harmonious approach to life. UFOs, despite being shot at, have not retaliated, using only non-lethal 'weapons' like beams of matter-light or benign paralysis-rays. Some close encounter cases have led individuals to adopt vegetarian or near-vegetarian lifestyles, and a dislike for hunting. The circular craft are described as beautiful and harmonious, resembling healing symbols. The author concludes that the elements found in UFO phenomena—peace, harmony, vegetarianism, kindness, altruism, and a tendency to make difficult situations into games—represent harmonious ways.

Learning from UFOs

The article suggests that humanity could learn from this by fitting into the system rather than trying to alter it with inadequate knowledge. It criticizes the human tendency to interfere with nature through actions like eliminating pests or fighting, suggesting that such interference is often unnecessary. The author contrasts the stagnation of some cultures with the rapid, violent progress of the West, driven by an emphasis on salvation through action rather than being, referencing C.G. Jung. A call is made for slower, peaceful development, emphasizing harmony with nature and avoiding cruelty, particularly in the consumption of intelligent animals. The hard fact is presented that 'action is usually wrong-headed.'

Why Do They Come Here?

The reasons for UFO visits are hypothesized to be related to the atomic explosions after World War II, which created a greater X-ray flux detectable at vast distances. Possible motivations include curiosity, a desire to help, or technical/scientific interest, such as collecting botanical samples or examining defense sites. Earth might be a way of phasing between places, or the visits could be religious in nature, to aid a 'backward race.' Contactees are often told that atomic war will be averted or that many will be saved.

UFOs and Time

Minor contactees are told 'We shall return,' leading to confusion about the nature of time. The article speculates that this might imply that 'nothing ever happens twice—time does not exist again.' The 'light-show' put on by UFOs, with formation flying and intense lights, is seen as emphasizing active, creative acts rather than passive reactions, a contrast to the tendency of the current age.

Fear and Encounters

Despite the automatic reaction of fear during close encounters, the article argues that this fear is irrational and that encountees should feel honored. There is nothing to fear.

Aspects of the "Cover-Up"

This section, based on an article by Derek Mansell in the Oxford Star and a 1979 account by Jerome Eden, details the alleged UFO 'Cover-up' in the UK and USA over a thirty-year period, indicating CIA involvement.

The UFO Conspiracy

UFOs have been reported for thousands of years, but significant attention began after World War II. During the war, unknown aircraft, known as 'Foo fighters,' were reported by British, American, German, and Japanese aircraft. Since then, service personnel, airline pilots, and the public have reported UFOs. All reports are sent to the Ministry of Defence at West Drayton. However, requests for details are met with evasiveness or standard replies stating disinterest if there are no defense implications. This is described as a great UFO cover-up by most governments.

Crashed UFOs

The most interesting cases believed to be covered up involve crashed UFOs. Britain has had five known cases in 1922, 1961, 1978, and 1981, located in Scotland, Cambridgeshire, the River Thames, Essex, and an unknown area in Southern England. The Essex case was recently reported in the News of the World. Other crashes have occurred in Spitzbergen, East Germany, Korea, Sweden, Argentina, Brazil, Canada, and the United States. The American Air Force, CIA, and FBI have been involved in incidents in Spitzbergen, Argentina, Brazil, and the United States.

American Crash Cases

Between 1948 and 1968 in America, obtaining facts about UFO crashes was difficult, though the Freedom of Information Act is beginning to help. Three American cases are detailed:

1. 1948 Recovery: A recovery unit from Carswell Air Force Base, Fort Worth, Texas, was sent to recover a crashed disc, 90ft in diameter, which had exploded on impact. Several burnt, humanised bodies, about 4ft 6in tall, were recovered. Information was leaked in 1977 by the Provost Marshal involved.
2. 1952 Radar Incident: A radar specialist at Edwards Air Force Base, California, reported a UFO on radar that descended rapidly and went off-screen, presumed crashed. The captain in charge told him, "You have seen nothing, make sure you understand." A recovery unit retrieved a craft over 50ft in diameter, with four humanoid bodies, 4ft 6in in height, recovered. The craft and bodies were transported to Wright-Patterson Air Force Base.
3. 1953 Kingman Incident: An affidavit from Fritz Werner stated that on May 21, 1953, he assisted in investigating a crashed unknown object near Kingman, Arizona. The craft was oval, made of an unknown metal, with an entrance hatch and an oval cabin. One occupant, about 4ft high with a dark brown complexion, was found nearby.

For all these cases, armed crack recovery units were used, and local police were kept out. Civilian and military experts were blindfolded. Private research groups are now beginning to get scraps of information due to the Freedom Act. Samples and photographs from landing sites have disappeared.

New Cloaks & Old Daggers

This section, attributed to Jerome Eden, U.S.A., and referencing Jack Anderson's column, discusses the CIA's role in the UFO problem.

CIA Involvement and the Robertson Panel

Jack Anderson reported in 1975 that the CIA held secret meetings on flying saucers as early as 1953. The Robertson Panel concluded there was no direct threat to national security from UFOs and noted an absence of Russian propaganda on the subject. The author questions why the CIA would be so involved if there was no threat, suggesting a clandestine interest.

CIA's Clandestine Operations

The article posits that the CIA's involvement began in 1948, as detailed in Keyhoe's book, "Aliens from Space." It claims the CIA, not the Air Force, has been behind government UFO policies. The CIA's involvement is questioned, given its primary security and intelligence functions. Three events in 1948 may have focused CIA attention:

1. General Twining's Letter (1947): General Nathan F. Twining, Commanding General of the Air Materiel Command, wrote to the Commanding General of the Army Air Forces concerning 'Flying Discs.' He stated the phenomenon was real, possibly disc-shaped, of considerable size, with advanced maneuverability and speeds above 300 knots. He recommended a security classification and code name for a detailed study, with data shared among the Army, Navy, and Atomic Energy Commission, noting the involvement of nuclear physicists.
2. Project Sign (1947-1948): This top-level UFO investigative project was established by order of the 'Chief of Staff,' presumably President Truman, organized on December 30, 1947, and operational on January 22, 1948.
3. Captain Mantell's Death (1948): Captain Thomas Mantell was killed investigating a UFO near Louisville, Kentucky. His last radio message indicated the UFO was of tremendous size. The official explanation of chasing Venus was seen as an attempt to relieve panic but implied ignorance among pilots.

The CIA's original purpose was to coordinate intelligence gathering. The CIA Act of 1949 expanded its scope. Victor Marchetti, a former CIA employee, described the CIA as engaging in espionage, disinformation, psychological warfare, paramilitary activities, penetrating institutions, recruiting agents, and bribing officials. The CIA's most powerful weapon is described as 'covert intervention in the internal affairs of countries the U.S. government wishes to control or influence.'

UFO Superiority and Disinformation

The article asserts that UFOs are superior in technology, with interceptor jets unable to make contact and pilots frustrated. It suggests that UFOs are years, if not centuries, ahead in intelligence gathering, communications, and propaganda. The CIA is portrayed as the terrestrial power controlling, disseminating, distorting, and informing the public about UFOs. Physicist Stanton Friedman's term 'The Cosmic Watergate' is used to describe the cover-up.

The Newhouse Film and CIA Discrediting

On July 2, 1952, Warrant Officer Delbert C. Newhouse photographed UFOs near Tremonton, Utah. Navy photolab analysts scrutinized the film for 600 hours and concluded the objects were 'unknown objects under intelligent control.' However, in a CIA-conducted conference on January 12, 1953, CIA agents denied the facts, stating the CIA was trying to 'bury the subject' and that the Navy analysts were incompetent. Albert M. Chop, the press official for UFO information, allegedly told Keyhoe that they were ordered to work up a national debunking campaign, planting articles and arranging broadcasts to make UFO reports sound like 'poppycock.' Chop resigned shortly after.

Captain Ruppelt's Testimony

Captain Edward J. Ruppelt told Keyhoe that they were ordered to hide sightings when possible, but if a strong report emerged, they had to publish a fast explanation, ridicule the witness, and even discredit pilots, stating, 'We can't buck the CIA. The whole thing makes me sick.'

CIA's Tactics and Control

The CIA, under the National Security Council, has engaged in smear campaigns against UFO witnesses and pilots. Even congressmen and senators with high security clearances cannot get true answers from the CIA. The article questions the CIA's actions, suggesting they are not serving the best interests of the American people. It raises the question: 'WHO REALLY CONTROLS THE CIA?' The answer is suggested to be key to the 'Cosmic Watergate' cover-up. The article notes that controlling a nation's intelligence apparatus is a primary method of domination.

Soviet Influence and Kim Philby

The article draws a parallel with Soviet master-spy Kim Philby, who wormed his way into British and American intelligence. It suggests that the Soviet KGB may have planted counter-intelligence agents in the CIA. The Condon Committee, funded by the U.S. Air Force to study UFOs, is described as an 'obfuscating farce,' with Dr. Edward U Condon being a prejudiced UFO skeptic.

Condon Committee and Soviet Ties

Dr. Edward U. Condon, involved in the Los Alamos atomic-bomb project and dismissed for being 'the weakest link in our atomic security,' was chosen to chair the committee to investigate UFOs. His sympathies for the Soviet Union were known, suggesting CIA influence in his selection. Gordon Creighton, associated with British intelligence, noted that the CIA has acted ruthlessly against UFO witnesses and investigators, similar to the KGB, and suggests potential collaboration between them on UFO matters.

Extraterrestrial Intelligence and Invasion

The article concludes by considering the possibility of extraterrestrial intelligence capabilities. It posits that if humans can use counter-intelligence agents, then 'Spacemen' could do so 'far better than we.' Since intelligence operations precede invasion, it is suggested that an alien race might penetrate, indoctrinate, and disinform the population of a planet it intends to invade. The advantage of dividing an enemy prior to mass landings is also considered, noting the dependence of modern armies on intelligence agents and 'dirty tricks' brigades to sow dissension and chaos.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are government secrecy, particularly concerning UFOs, the alleged manipulative and deceptive tactics of intelligence agencies like the CIA, and the potential reality of extraterrestrial visitation. The editorial stance is highly critical of official narratives and strongly suggests that a significant cover-up is in progress, possibly with international implications involving Soviet intelligence. There is a clear belief in the validity of UFO phenomena and a distrust of official explanations. The articles advocate for greater transparency and a more open investigation into UFOs.

This issue of "Contact" magazine, identified as Volume 25, Issue 25, published in 1985, focuses on the multifaceted nature of UFO phenomena. The cover prominently features the article "UFOs Beyond The Fringe" by G.E. Ambler, suggesting an exploration of the subject beyond conventional understanding. The magazine is published by Contact International and appears to be based in the United Kingdom.

UFOs Beyond The Fringe by G.E. Ambler

G.E. Ambler's article posits that UFOs undeniably exist, supported by substantial evidence, yet no genuine alien artifacts are publicly available for study. He suggests that humanity, with its current technological and cognitive limitations, struggles to interpret phenomena "beyond the fringe." Ambler draws a parallel between ancient interpretations of deities and modern interpretations of UFOs, arguing that we project our own understanding onto the unknown. He examines the human machine in 1985, highlighting the brain's superiority but also its underutilized "mindpower." Ambler proposes that future advancements in the developed mind might enable telepathic perception of UFOs, which are currently only occasionally seen by the eyes.

The article delves into the concept of "Normal Distribution" in human behavior and physical characteristics, using height and longevity as examples. It explains how deviations from the norm can lead to a "black-out" phase in the mind, where the unusual is not registered. This phenomenon is illustrated by the example of Captain Cook's arrival in the South Seas, where local natives could not perceive his ships because they were outside their accustomed frame of reference. Ambler suggests that the mind's reaction to non-normal phenomena progresses through stages: "stand and stare," an aggressive response, and finally, non-registration. He posits that "open" minds are more likely to perceive UFOs, while those rigidly adhering to the "Normal Distribution" framework might not see anything.

Ambler further discusses how the level of acceptability for unusual sizes and shapes changes over time, citing the evolution of aircraft sizes from the Boeing 707 in the 1960s to the Jumbo 747 in the mid-1970s. He suggests that as larger aircraft become normalized, UFOs of even greater size might become more visible. A more unsettling aspect explored is the possibility of UFO occupants being microscopic, like intelligent viruses, which could enter the human body undetected. The article draws a parallel to the AIDS virus, a significant concern in 1985, questioning its origin and its potential connection to comets or UFOs.

The Answers to the UFO Problem by A.J. Davies

A.J. Davies offers a balanced perspective on the UFO phenomenon, emphasizing that no single theory can explain all sightings. He critiques authors who dismiss cases that don't fit their personal theories. Davies addresses the popular Extra-Terrestrial Hypothesis (ETH), deeming it unlikely due to the vast distances involved in interstellar travel and the low probability of other civilizations discovering Earth.

Davies explores the theory that UFOs are man-made phenomena, citing the "airship flap" of the late 19th century and the USAF's post-World War II experiments with saucer-shaped aircraft. He highlights the 1980 Cash-Landrum case in Texas, where witnesses were physically harmed, suggesting it supports the man-made theory and possibly involved a test flight of a new military aircraft, noting the UFO's diamond shape and flame emissions.

Another theory discussed is that UFOs are psychic projections or exist solely in the witness's mind, drawing on a collective unconscious. Davies uses the example of Ted Serios and his psychic photographs, and notes that UFOs often exhibit impossible speeds and maneuvers, characteristics he associates with psychic phenomena.

Davies also examines theories involving magnetic anomalies and geological stress, linking UFOs to ley lines and megaliths. He mentions Michael Persinger's work correlating paranormal activity with earth tremors. He suggests that electromagnetic forces could cause UFOs or ball lightning, and potentially affect a witness's brain, leading them to believe they were abducted when it was merely ball lightning. Areas of magnetic anomaly and geological stress are considered more likely sites for UFO activity.

Astronomical UFOs are presented as valuable for study, proving the existence of unexplained celestial phenomena. Davies acknowledges ball lightning as an example of a recently acknowledged scientific phenomenon. He concludes by suggesting that if solid proof of crashed saucers existed, the government might cover it up to avoid public panic and potentially use it for psychological warfare. He advocates for the study of all UFO reports by both ufologists and scientists.

Newsletter from the President

Ruth Rees, President of Contact International, provides updates. She mentions reading Dino Kraspedon's "My Contact With UFOs" and expresses regret over her limited knowledge of physics and mathematics to fully grasp the alien's theories. She announces a new daily newspaper in Rome that will feature a monthly UFO column, for which she has been asked to write. She also shares news from Paolo di Girolamo, the C.I. Italy representative, about major UFO sightings in Italy towards the end of the previous year, for which a report was sent to the Italian Ministry of Defence without acknowledgment.

Advertisements

The issue includes advertisements for various UFO-related resources:

• QUEST: The Journal of UFO Investigation, published by the Yorkshire UFO Society, described as a successor to "Flying Saucer Review."
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Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue revolve around the nature of UFO phenomena, the limitations of human perception and understanding, and the exploration of various scientific and psychological explanations. The magazine promotes a serious, investigative approach to ufology, encouraging both ufologists and scientists to study the subject. There is a clear stance against dismissing reports outright and a desire to present balanced perspectives. The issue also touches upon broader societal concerns, such as government cover-ups and the potential impact of unknown phenomena on human health, exemplified by the discussion of the AIDS virus. The editorial stance is one of open inquiry, critical analysis, and a belief in the importance of understanding the UFO phenomenon for what it might reveal about ourselves and the universe.