Awareness - 1995-96 - Vol 20 No 2

Magazine Overview

Title: Awareness
Issue: Volume 20 No 2
Date: Season 1995-6 (early 1995)
Publisher: Contact International (UK)
Type: Journal

This issue of Awareness, the journal of Contact International (UK), presents a diverse range of articles and reports focusing on UFO phenomena, historical incidents, and related research.

Editorial

The editorial recounts a personal UFO sighting by the editor on January 19th, 1995, over his house, which was also witnessed by a neighbor. The object was described as low-flying, silent, and blue with a long tail. The editor notes that similar sightings were reported in the Oxford, Didcot, and Reading areas, and even in Hampshire, suggesting a possible mass display. He also mentions a witness in the Oxford area who reported a similar green UFO the following Tuesday. The editor highlights the similarities to UFOs seen on March 31st, 1993, and the recurring reports of blue objects with long tails. He also touches upon the growing use of the Internet for UFO information and expresses concern about the Ministry of Defence's reduced openness, with Nick Pope being moved on.

"The Fire Returns" - Latest Sightings overview by Data Research

This section provides an overview of UFO activity in the UK during the first two months of 1995. The most significant sighting was a blue-tailed object on January 19th, observed moving rapidly and silently at low altitude across the south-central area of England. Witnesses described it as hugging the ground, similar to a cruise missile, and noted its complete silence, which is unusual for an object moving at such speeds through the atmosphere. The report suggests that the silence indicates the object is not disturbing air and cannot be solid, implying new propulsion concepts. Several other sightings are mentioned, including triangular objects with lights over Eastern England, spectacular displays in the Bristol/Bath area, and fluorescent blue objects observed in Bath. The report also notes the frequent misidentification of the 'Virgin Lightship' and other similar craft.

Further Views on "Roswell"

Putting the Lunatics in Charge: A dissenting view of the Roswell Case by B. J. Burden

This article challenges the findings of a recent USAF investigation into the Roswell incident. The author argues that the USAF would not admit to alien vehicles in their airspace or accuse senior officers of lying. He draws an analogy between the handling of the UFO phenomenon by US authorities and the British handling of the V2 menace, suggesting a deliberate cover-up. The author critiques the USAF report's dismissal of key elements, particularly its handling of the initial press release by Colonel Blanchard and Major Haut, and the alleged intimidation of the farmer, Brazel. He defends the integrity of the Blanchard-Haut release, suggesting it was issued in haste to avoid a secrecy curtain. The article also briefly discusses the Shingle Street case as another example of potential disinformation.

Roswell - The Missing Evidence? by Editor

This piece examines a 1968 document by a senior physicist presented to the House of Representatives committee, which, despite detailing 41 UFO cases, makes no mention of Roswell. The author notes that significant UFO activity was reported in the western states around the time of the purported Roswell crash, with many UFO reports published in press accounts for July 4th, 1947. The Roswell event is estimated to have occurred between July 2nd and 7th. The article highlights that the original 1947 data researched by James E. McDonald did not mention 'alien' beings, suggesting a major cover-up might explain the missing case history.

Roswell Air Force Dis-information? by Frances Copeland

This article scrutinizes a 24-page USAF Report on Roswell obtained through the General Accounting Office (GAO). The author argues that the report, while acknowledging the Roswell Incident, dismisses it as a crashed weather balloon from Project Mogul. She contends that the report selectively investigated materials and ignored witness reports that would confirm something more than a weather balloon. The article details the report's conclusion that the incident was not an aeroplane crash, missile crash, nuclear accident, or an extra-terrestrial craft, despite a mention in the 509th Bomb Group's historical report about inquiries regarding a 'flying disc.' The author criticizes the report's detailed explanation of the debris as a conventional weather balloon and the affidavits supporting it, and points to the interview with Major Irving Newton, who was allegedly told to identify the wreckage as a balloon. The article concludes that the AAF took the debris seriously but did not pursue evidence of non-human remains, and that the official line is that the wreckage was from a Project Mogul balloon train.

Cattle Mutilations in North Wales by Margaret Fry

Margaret Fry discusses cattle mutilations, challenging the tendency of some British researchers to dismiss such phenomena as solely American. She reports on two incidents in North Wales in October 1994: one where sheep had their heads and fore legs removed, and another where sheep had their bellies slit open. In both cases, there was no blood. The author notes a correlation with crop circle activity and a flap of UFO reports in the area, and mentions that local police and other researchers consider the cases mysterious. She also touches upon the possibility of aliens genetically engineering beings and experimenting on animals.

Illusions - Or Photographs of Destiny by Geoff Ambler, Brian James, Plymouth UFO Group

This section details photographic experiments conducted by the Plymouth UFO Group and Contact International to investigate unexplained images captured on flash photography. The project, which began in August 1994, aimed to determine if anomalies seen were due to camera properties or a genuine phenomenon. The experiments, involving multiple visits to fields and various photographic equipment, resulted in several photographs showing "mind boggling features." These include "sparkles," "winking lights," "bats," "butterflies," "cow's eyes," small lights, square lights with cut corners, and a "Face." The authors acknowledge that while some effects might be explainable by atmospheric conditions, they believe paranormal phenomena were observed. They pose questions about the novelty of these light phenomena and the appearance of specific shapes and the "Face."

Further experiments by Contact International members, Brian James and Geoff Ambler, are described. Brian James focused on distinguishing atmospheric effects from paranormal ones, while Geoff Ambler used map dowsing to find locations. A significant breakthrough occurred on February 4, 1995, with photographs taken at Blewbury showing a "structured entity" and a "Phantom entity." The authors suggest the possibility of a "Cosmic Joker" at work, where initial strong results are followed by less significant ones.

The Case for Subterranean Facilities by M.C. Soper

This article explores the persistent rumour of underground or subterranean bases frequented by non-human intelligences. The author references the myth of 'cobalt' beings and their association with underground places. He notes that the belief in underwater bases, such as in Lake Titicaca, is not entirely far-fetched given human adaptations for aquatic life. The article also discusses disturbing accounts from Mexico and South America of deer hunters dying from old age while waiting for prey, implying a connection to unknown forces. A strong rumour of a UFO base on Puerto Rico is also mentioned, supported by numerous witness accounts of luminous craft, military helicopters, and alien encounters. The article concludes by presenting a detailed account from Carlo Maule Marcado of an encounter with small beings and a visit to a subterranean alien base, where they expressed a desire for direct, beneficial relationships with Earth people.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue of Awareness are the prevalence and nature of UFO sightings, the ongoing debate and alleged cover-up surrounding the Roswell incident, and the investigation of unexplained phenomena through photography and witness testimony. The magazine appears to adopt a stance that is open to the possibility of genuine UFO events and extraterrestrial intelligence, while also emphasizing the need for rigorous investigation and critical analysis. The editorial expresses a desire for continued openness from official sources, highlighting the value of information shared by contacts within government agencies. The publication seems to encourage reader participation and offers a platform for diverse viewpoints within the ufology community.

This issue of "Unexplained Great Mysteries of C20th" (NS/94 SUMMER, Vol. 27) from Lionel Beer (Spacelink Books) is a UK publication from Summer 1994, priced at £7.99. The cover headline proclaims "UNEXPLAINED GREAT MYSTERIES OF C20TH".

Cover Story and Lead Articles

The magazine opens with an account of an encounter with "good, and harmless" beings described by Manuel. These small beings were four feet tall with pear-shaped heads, pale grey skin, and large black slanted eyes. Their suits were one-piece and sandy-coloured. The article speculates that their skin might be adapted to the Earth environment or that they use dietary supplements containing metal for protection, drawing parallels to protective clothing used by human workers.

Several locations in Britain are associated with UFO bases, including reservoirs in Waltham Forest and Lea Valley, and Stack Rocks off the South West Welsh coast, where craft have been reported diving into the rock face. North West Wales also has connections to the idea of a local base. The article notes that while some areas have indefatigable investigators, others receive only 'nocturnal lights' reports.

Pauline Coombes reported a 1978 sighting near Stack Rocks off the South Welsh Coast, where an Unidentified Flying Object (UFO) dived towards the rocks and a door opened in the rock face to admit it. This event was part of a series of baffling occurrences surrounding the Coombes family.

The issue discusses the phenomenon of 'UFO base' reports, often involving bodies of water. It suggests that inter-dimensional bases might be kept secret by selectively informing individuals who have experienced odd events, making their claims less credible to the public. Evidence is presented that this 'cover-up' technique by dismissible disclosure may be failing in the United States, leading to increased interest in abductions.

The article questions why the abduction scene garners more media attention than cattle mutilations, which are described as being performed with advanced technology, leaving corpses exsanguinated and showing tripod marks. Small humanoids are also mentioned in connection with these mutilations and oval-shaped craft.

An excerpt from "THE UNINVITED" by Clive Harold details an experience of Mrs Coombes, where her daughter Tina saw a UFO. The object climbed slowly and then shot off towards a cliff-edge, plunging towards rocks. Later, Pauline Coombes' friend Rosa reported seeing a silver, disc-like object skim over fields and dip into Stack Rocks, as if a door had opened. Rosa also reported seeing silvery figures walking about near the rocks.

The Dunfermline Press reported a 1989 incident of a UFO plunging into the River Forth, and in 1990, a silver disc hovered over the Forth Bridge. The magazine notes that cases of discs hovering over metal bridges are common.

Review: "SURVEYING THE LIMITS OF THE THINKABLE: ALAN WATT'S UFO QUEST COMPENDIUM."

This review discusses Alan Watts' book, which explores UFOs from New Age thought to antimatter, radiation beams, Corn Circles, and mind-benders. Watts' quest begins with theories of flying craft and progresses to investigating other types of models involving sound, radiations, harmonics, and the Great Pyramid. The review highlights the scientific orthodoxy's view on hyperspace versus the UFOlogists' certainty of its existence to explain UFO phenomena like disappearances and silent travel. It suggests that we may already exist in higher dimensions, perceiving only shadows on the wall of the cave. The review also touches upon channelling and messages received from beings like the Council of Nine, noting that much of this material is UFO-based rather than spiritual. Watts suggests 'molography' might be used to create crop circles. The reviewer praises Watts for tackling the subject with zeal and knowledgeability, encouraging readers to consider new perspectives.

Review: "WITHOUT CONSENT: By Carl Nagaitis & Philip Mantle"

This review examines a book focusing on British abduction cases. It questions whether these cases are representative of the global situation and whether experiences are purely physical or involve deeper levels of consciousness. The reviewer notes that the book presents 25 cases in 200 pages, allowing limited depth for each. The "David Thomas" case from North Wales in 1985 is discussed, where the witness reported events that were reproduced in journals but lacked tangible verification for the reviewer. The review points out that many cases exhibit the "missing time" phenomenon, suggesting it is key to understanding what is happening. The reviewer expresses skepticism about physical implants and the commonality of certain abduction scenarios, concluding that the book, like the review, poses more questions than answers.

A DOSSIER OF GREEK UFOLOGY

This section presents a collection of UFO sightings from Greece and Cyprus, provided by the Unidentified Phenomena Investigations Team (UPIT) of Thessaloniki. Summaries by Brian P. James are included:

• 12 March 1916 - Thessaloniki: A 'Zeppelin' caused a power failure and was fired upon by French army gun batteries.
• 1925 - Mt. Ymittos, Athens: A strong white cross appeared in the sky during a religious festival, interpreted as a miraculous vision.
• August 1929 - Kriki, Chalkidiki: A farmer witnessed an object like a parachute with three small, white-clad beings speaking an alien language.
• 6 October 1954 - Vrissa: Residents saw a luminous white star-like object circle the village before departing rapidly.
• 10 October 1954 - Stypsi: A hunter and his son observed a luminous cigar-like object that split into two, witnessed by many in Turkey.
• 13 October 1954 - Pilion: A luminous object moved across the sky at night, noted by a respected local man as not being a meteor.
• 17 October 1954 - Drama: A dentist and another witness saw a circular object described as a 'tail', changing colours, before disappearing.
• 19 October 1954 - Aghiassos: Hundreds of witnesses confirmed a luminous, circular UFO, which reappeared and separated into two objects.
• 23 October 1954 - Didimotichou: Two cigar-shaped objects appeared from the sky and landed briefly before disappearing rapidly.
• 27 October 1954 - Rhodes: A huge luminous disk was seen circling the city and approached a balloon before disappearing at high speed.
• 30 October 1954 - Kos: An object described as a 'big basket' flew at high speed, emitting bright light, and changed direction before disappearing. A related event involved a winged humanoid creature seen by another villager.
• 5 April 1955 - Argalasti: A farmer saw a strange, circular, red 'burning net' object on the ground that disappeared before rain.
• 31 July 1962 - Marathon: A gigantic spherical object of glowing orange light moved at low altitude, then ascended parabolically, changing colour to green.
• 30 June 1966 - Athens: A soldier observed three cherry-red objects flying at tremendous speed in a zig-zag path. Later, another cherry-red object appeared and moved at even greater speed.
• September 1972 - Sappe: An army patrol observed a bright, circular, self-illuminated object that hovered, moved, and performed loops for 24 hours.
• March 1973 - Attica: The crew of a Finair Boeing 707 reported a strange object flying towards their plane, seen on radar and described as an aircraft-like but faster object.
• 16 November 1973 - Andros Island: Students saw a luminous ellipsoid with emanating light, green tails, and erratic flight patterns, including looping.
• 27 December 1973 - Sparti: Residents saw a luminous UFO hovering over a mountain slope before moving from north to south.

Advertisements and Listings

The magazine includes advertisements for contact international meetings, the 8th International UFO Congress in Sheffield (August 19-20, 1995), and the UFO Newsclippings Service. It also lists books for sale, including titles by Zecharia Sitchin and Jacques Vallee, and various UFO-related publications such as "Allergies and Aliens," "Beyond the Light Barrier," "Cropcircle Apocalypse," and "The Unexplained." There are also listings for magazines like "Fortean Times," "New Ufologist," "Nexus," and "Spacelink."

Other Features

A section titled "UFO DIAL" presents an anagram puzzle for light-hearted relief. The last issue's answer was "Paralyzed," described as a common witness experience, often due to a visible beam or ray.

The South Wales UFO Group presents "THE PARANORMAL CONFERENCE OF THE CENTURY" in August 1995 in Cardiff, aiming to incorporate all paranormal subjects and featuring speakers like Reg Presley, David Icke, and Professor John E. Mack.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are the prevalence of UFO sightings and alleged bases, the concept of government cover-ups, the controversial topic of alien abductions, and the mysterious phenomenon of crop circles. The magazine also explores the possibility of extraterrestrial intelligence and its potential interaction with humanity, referencing ancient Sumerian cosmology and the work of Zecharia Sitchin. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry into unexplained phenomena, encouraging readers to investigate and question conventional explanations, as suggested by Kerry Blower's quote about waking up to information and not wanting to be sheep.