Beyond Reality No 38

Magazine Overview

Title: Beyond Reality
Issue: No. 38
Date: July/August 1979
Publisher: Beyond Reality Magazine, Inc.
Price: $1.50

This issue of Beyond Reality magazine, dated July/August 1979, explores a range of paranormal and unexplained phenomena, with a strong emphasis on UFOs, psychic abilities, and ancient mysteries.

Cover Stories and Features

The cover prominently features the headline "Scientists Investigate: ANCIENT EGYPT'S FLYING OBJECTS," suggesting a deep dive into historical accounts of aerial phenomena in ancient civilizations. Another major cover story, "People Vanish, Then Reappear: DOORWAYS THROUGH TIME AND SPACE," hints at explorations into temporal anomalies and interdimensional travel. The issue also addresses "THE RUSSIAN UFO COVERUP THAT FOOLED US ALL," promising an exposé on government secrecy related to UFOs. Furthermore, "SCIENCE EXPLORES THE POSSIBILITY OF LIFE AFTER DEATH" indicates a scientific approach to the perennial question of the afterlife. An "Eye Witness Report: THE HEALING POWER OF DAN SEKERES" offers a personal account of miraculous healing.

Articles

The table of contents reveals a diverse array of articles:

• "Transcendental Meditation's Flying Carpet" by Aubrey B. Haines
• "The Remarkable Dan Sekeres" by Ron Shilling
• "How To Investigate a Haunted House" by Roberta Floyd Kresse
• "Act Out Your Dreams" by Jeanne Alderson
• "Is There An Afterlife?" by Arnulf K. Esterer
• "Ancient Egypt's Flying Objects" by Lawrance Kendell
• "Portholes Through Time and Space" by Richard Schwartzberg
• "The Portrait That Had To Be" by Eva LeBourg Burin
• "Spirit Message to a Psychic" by Muriel Stiffler
• "The Russian UFO Cover-Up" by Hugh F. Cochrane

Additional features include "Enigma Of The Haunted Swamps," "Report From NASA," and "Dorothy Allison: Woman With a Gift."

Departments

The magazine includes regular departments such as "Editorial," "Letters To The Editor," "Books For Review," "Strange and Unknown," and "Notes On The Paranormal."

Editorial Content

The editorial, penned by Harry Belil, discusses parapsychological experiments conducted at Duke University, specifically mentioning Dr. J.B. Rhine's work with telepathy tests. It highlights remarkable results, such as a woman correctly guessing 73% of cards in a telepathy test, which was recorded in the Guinness Book of World Records. The editorial also touches upon spontaneous psychic phenomena and mentions psychics who have aided law enforcement, specifically naming Dorothy Allison and Kathleen Rhea for their roles in solving crimes and locating missing persons. The editor expresses hope for future interviews with such individuals and suggests that police are increasingly relying on psychic abilities.

Letters To The Editor

Two letters are featured:

• Ray F. Marshall from Dallas, Texas, expresses intrigue with an article on "Photographing Another Dimension" and requests more content on psychic photography and ghost images.
• Steve Donlevy from New York, New York, discusses the possibility of a new ice age, referencing an article from a previous issue and citing geological theories and psychic predictions that suggest a significant cooling period between 1980 and 2000.

Another letter from an unnamed editor discusses "Human Beasts That Roam The Night" by Richard Schwartzberg, focusing on lycanthropy.

Books For Review

The "Books For Review" section provides summaries and critiques of several books:

• "Behavior Kinesiology" by John Diamond, M.D.: Explores how everyday factors affect body muscles and includes a self-test.
• "Early Man and the Ocean" by Thor Heyerdahl: Details Heyerdahl's explorations and theories on early human migration and culture.
• "The Message in Our Time" by Pu Vil Inayat Khan: A biography of the Sufi Master and an introduction to Sufi teachings.
• "Shamanic Voices: A Survey of Visionary Narratives" by Joan Halifax Ph.D.: An essay on shamanism, exploring the experiences of shamans and their connection to the spirit world.
• "The Werewolf Delusion" by Ian Woodward: A documented investigation into the werewolf phenomenon, tracing its history and folklore.
• "Forget Your Sun Sign" by Anthony Standen: Connects astrology with moral questions and the search for relief from modern science's perceived moral emptiness.
• "My Search for the Ghost of Flight 401" by Elizabeth Fuller: A personal account of discovering psychic powers and their role in identifying a ghost.
• "Continuum: Psychology and Mysticism Points to a Life Beyond" by Robert Casselman: Discusses ancient religions, the concept of the soul, and the possibility of energy bodies.
• "Sweet Spirits" by Kenny Kingston: Traces the life of a psychic who has given readings to celebrities and politicians, offering advice on personal happiness and psychic phenomena.
• "UFOs and Related Subjects: An Annotated Bibliography" by Gale Research Co.: A guide to over 1,600 resources on UFOs and related topics.

Strange and Unknown

This section details a UFO sighting in Elsburg, Missouri, in April 1978, where a disc-shaped object was observed, followed by the discovery of mutilated cattle. The article notes that the mutilations were precise, with ears and genitals removed and intestines left intact, and that there was no blood. It also mentions similar cattle mutilation incidents in the Panhandle of Texas and Wyoming, linking them to prior UFO activity. The section highlights that since 1974, over 7,000 cases of cattle mutilation have been reported across the United States, with a consistent pattern of surgical precision and preceding UFO reports.

Advertising and Offers

Page 2 and 5 feature special offers for back issues of "Beyond Reality" and "UFO Update." A package deal for three issues of "UFO Update" is offered for $6.50 plus postage, with a bonus book, "Aliens Among Us: The Saga of the Men in Black," for free. Page 5 also lists prices for various ranges of back issues of "Beyond Reality."

Page 7 contains a full-page advertisement for "PSYCHIC TELEMETRY: New Key to Health, Wealth and Perfect Living" by Robert A. Ferguson, promising miracles through "magic words" for wealth, love, and health.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue of Beyond Reality are UFOs, psychic phenomena, the afterlife, ancient mysteries, and unexplained events. The magazine appears to adopt a stance that is open to exploring these topics, often presenting them with a blend of scientific inquiry, personal testimony, and historical accounts. There is a clear interest in investigating claims that challenge conventional understanding, whether it be ancient civilizations, paranormal abilities, or extraterrestrial encounters. The editorial section suggests a growing acceptance and utilization of psychic abilities, even within law enforcement, indicating a progressive view on the subject matter.

Title: Beyond Reality
Issue: 11
Volume: 11
Date: January 1979 (estimated)

This issue of Beyond Reality explores a range of unexplained phenomena, alternative practices, and intriguing personal accounts. It features articles on UFOs, Transcendental Meditation (TM) and its claims of levitation, alternative healing methods, and investigations into haunted houses.

UFOs and Extraterrestrial Activity

The issue begins with a report on cattle mutilations, citing a case in St. Clair County, Alabama, where cows and a bull were found mutilated with surgical precision. The incisions were reportedly infested with the same pests found in similar cases in Elsberry, Missouri, and flies were found crystallized in fungus on nearby trees. UFO experts suggest extraterrestrials are responsible for these mutilations.

Another article discusses a mysterious radio message received in Irkutsk, Siberia, in 1955, purportedly from saucerians. The message, which damaged the receiving equipment due to its strong energy, stated: "Landing on Earth in 15 terrestrial years, destruction not intended, defense useless, peaceful colonization, exchange possible." Experts believe this to be the first authentic message from a UFO, questioning why it was not more widely publicized. The U.S. dismissed it as science fiction, but evidence suggests the C.I.A. and Russia's K.G.B. may be collaborating to cover up knowledge of UFOs. Dr. James McDonald of the Institute of Atmospheric Physics is quoted as saying the C.I.A.'s reason for debunking UFO reports was to reduce public interest and sightings.

A separate piece details a "weird discovery" in Miami, Florida, involving an altar with animal remains, religious symbols, and a human skull found in a chicken yard, prompting a reopened investigation into grave robberies. Police Sgt. Ben Lombardi noted the unusual nature of the skull's presence.

Transcendental Meditation and Levitation

A significant portion of the magazine is dedicated to Transcendental Meditation (TM) and its controversial claims of levitation. The article, "Transcendental Meditation's 'Flying Carpet'" by Aubrey B. Haines, details how TM, introduced to the U.S. by Maharishi Mahesh Yogi, promised stress reduction and fostered creativity, with levitation being a key claimed ability. Adherents claim they can levitate, hop, float, and fly at will, with levitation occurring in three stages. The TM campus in South Fallsburg, New York, is described, where devotees claim to "fly with mental power." John Konhaus, acting director of TM in the U.S., states they are in the "early stages of levitation," comparing the initial stages to "hopping about, like frogs."

The movement has faced challenges in establishing credibility. One former student, Stephen Rozman, an associate professor, claims he was asked to pay an additional $1,500 beyond his initial enrollment fee for levitation training. Newspaper advertisements promising free lectures on levitation in 1977 drew large crowds, but instead of demonstrations, audiences were told stories from advanced meditators and encouraged to enroll in intensive training.

One levitator described an experience of feeling energy flow through him, causing his body to move up and down, and then touch the floor six feet from where he began. Enrollment in TM techniques dropped significantly in 1977, leading the Maharishi to bring teachers to Switzerland for new techniques, resulting in claims of supernatural powers, including levitation. However, flying remains the most controversial aspect.

TM officials have been reluctant to provide live demonstrations, citing lack of dignity and the delicate stage of their development. They emphasize that flying is a by-product of full consciousness development. Critics question whether the levitation is genuine or merely bouncing. The article notes that TM has gained traction in California prisons, with inmates at Folsom and San Quentin looking forward to learning advanced techniques called Siddhis, which allegedly enable levitation and other abilities.

Dr. Herbert Spiegel, a psychiatrist and hypnosis authority, suggests self-hypnosis as a possible explanation for levitation claims, stating that those who claim to levitate describe a feeling of flying. He maintains that the law of gravitation applies to everyone.

Patricia Carrington, a Princeton University psychologist, expresses distress over TM's exploration of the "supernormal" and calls for controlled observation of levitation claims. She believes serious practitioners should allow scientific scrutiny.

Alternative Healing: Dan Sekeres

The issue features "The Remarkable Dan Sekeres" by Ron Shilling, detailing the work of an English teacher who practices foot flexology and Shiatsu. Dan Sekeres claims he is not a doctor and makes no guarantees, but many individuals report relief from various illnesses. The article highlights the case of Jack Raines, who suffered a severe automobile accident in 1971, resulting in a broken back and years of pain, immobility, and financial hardship. After seven years of unsuccessful medical treatments, Jack met Dan Sekeres. Following a foot massage, Jack regained feeling in his toes, could move them, and experienced a revival of life, walking without assistance. Sekeres's methods are said to have helped numerous people, including celebrities, and alleviated problems ranging from hearing deficiencies to enabling a woman to have her first child after two miscarriages.

Haunted Houses and Paranormal Investigation

"How to Investigate a Haunted House" by Roberta Floyd Kresse provides guidance for individuals interested in investigating paranormal activity. It advises investigators to be prepared to commit to a case, approach the problem logically, and listen to the family's concerns. The article suggests categorizing hauntings into three types: "malign" houses (unlivable), "classic" hauntings (apparitions, noises), and "poltergeist" hauntings (often linked to adolescents). It also notes that paranormal events like UFO sightings and strange dreams can be present alongside hauntings.

Enigma of the Haunted Swamp

"Enigma of the Haunted Swamp" by Gary Parsons recounts a mysterious incident in the Camargue marsh of Southern France. On March 3, 1978, Claudette Souchon disappeared while riding her horse, Lucky. Her horse was found dead and mutilated with wounds that did not appear to be from an animal. Her other horse, Tommy, was found frightened. Claudette's clothing was later discovered 100 miles away, and she was found nude, covered in mud, and in a state of shock, unable to speak. Doctors found no signs of physical assault or struggle. Police Commissioner Jean Dinard expressed bafflement, noting the mysterious nature of the event and the unexplained burned-out glade where the clothing was found.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue revolve around the unexplained, the fringes of science, and alternative belief systems. The magazine appears to present these topics with a degree of open-mindedness, allowing for the exploration of claims that challenge conventional understanding, such as UFOs, levitation, and paranormal healing. While some articles present information factually, others lean towards anecdotal evidence and personal testimonies. The editorial stance seems to be one of curiosity and a willingness to investigate phenomena that lie beyond mainstream scientific acceptance, encouraging readers to consider possibilities outside the ordinary. The magazine aims to inform and intrigue its readership about subjects that push the boundaries of conventional knowledge.

Title: Beyond Reality
Issue: 24
Publisher: Progress Books, Ltd.
Publication Year: 1977

This issue of Beyond Reality delves into a variety of esoteric and paranormal topics, featuring articles on witchcraft, dream interpretation, and the nature of the afterlife.

The Magic Power of Witchcraft

The cover story, "THE MAGIC POWER OF WITCHCRAFT," by Gavin and Yvonne Frost, is presented as a guide to achieving "unbelievable riches, lasting love and constant protection." The book, published by Progress Books, Ltd., claims to offer easy, automatic methods for wealth, love, power, healing, and more. It highlights specific techniques such as the "Witch's Money Jar" for abundant cash, the "Witch's Money Magnet" to multiply money, and the "Witch's Black Mirror" for visions and future insights. The authors, identified as Archbishop and Bishop of the Church of Wicca, assert that these secrets have been suppressed but are now available to anyone. They promise that using these techniques can lead to a life of luxury, financial security, and control over one's destiny.

The article also details how witchcraft can be used for healing, citing the authors' claim that "In our experience we have not found a single incurable disease!" It mentions a case of gallstones dissolving and a woman in a wheelchair for 26 years walking again. The book is offered with a "no-risk coupon" and a free "Witches Protection Amulet" for examining the book.

Act Out Your Dreams

This section, written by Jeanne Alderson, explores the significance of dreams and the subconscious mind. It posits that dreams store our hopes and fears and can be a source of wisdom and insight. The article suggests that by tuning into the subconscious through dreams, individuals can gain new perspectives and make better decisions in their waking lives. It highlights the work of Social Scientist Harmon Bro, who collaborated with psychic Edgar Cayce, advocating for dream recall and interpretation as a means to find identity and life direction, and to avoid crises like medical issues or job termination.

According to the article, Cayce believed that acting upon recalled dreams helps set helpful currents in motion within the dreamer's mind. Dreams can offer creative solutions, teach, remind, or predict. The article emphasizes that dream interpretation is no longer solely the domain of professionals, and with practice, anyone can master the art. It explains that visual symbols are the language of dreams and can include "visual punning." The author shares a personal example of dreaming of a concentration camp and interpreting it as a reminder to "concentrate."

Fears Will Usually Subside

This part of the dream article discusses how working with dreams can help overcome fears. It suggests that dreams reveal the subconscious, and healing dreams can occur on psychological, physical, or spiritual levels. The concept of "lucid dreaming" is introduced, where dreamers become aware they are dreaming and can alter unpleasant experiences. This state requires maintaining a balance between emotional engagement and awareness of being in a dream. The article notes that the period just before sleeping and just after waking is a "twilight zone" that can be used for creativity and problem-solving, a state sometimes called the fourth state of consciousness. Examples of famous individuals like Ben Franklin, Elias Howe, and James Watt are cited for using dreams or dream-like states for inspiration and invention.

Is There an Afterlife?

This extensive section investigates the question of life after death, moving from ancient beliefs to modern scientific inquiry. It notes that while religions promise immortality, modern science has challenged traditional views. The article discusses phenomena like hypnosis, extrasensory perception (ESP), clairvoyance, and precognitive dreams as areas that were once dismissed but are now being studied. It highlights the work of Dr. Joseph B. Rhine at Duke University in measuring ESP quantitatively.

The article then focuses on near-death experiences (NDEs), referencing the research of Dr. Elisabeth Kubler-Ross and, more extensively, Dr. Raymond A. Moody, Jr. Moody's book "Life After Life" (1975) is discussed, detailing interviews with nearly 150 people revived from clinical death. Common elements reported by these individuals include seeing themselves from outside their bodies, feeling like invisible entities, moving through walls, experiencing a dark vacuum or tunnel, and encountering a brilliant, benign light. The article draws parallels between these NDE accounts and ancient descriptions, such as Plato's story of Er and ancient Egyptian beliefs about the soul (Ba).

It explores the idea that death might not be an end but a continuation, with the soul housed in another "vehicle" to gather further experience. The article also touches upon the concept of a "Great Beyond" where human concepts of space and time do not apply, referencing Emanuel Swedenborg's detailed description of a fire in Stockholm. The challenges of communicating with the deceased are discussed, suggesting that direct communication without mechanical aids is preferable to seances, which are often deemed deceitful.

UFO Update!

A promotional advertisement for "UFO UPDATE!" magazine is included. It describes itself as a quarterly publication that investigates the "nature of the UFO mystery" rather than focusing on "Hollywood-UFOs." It promises to deliver the truth about UFOs.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently explores themes of the paranormal, the unexplained, and the potential for human consciousness to transcend ordinary limitations. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry into subjects often dismissed by mainstream science, presenting research and anecdotal evidence to support the existence of phenomena like witchcraft, dream precognition, and an afterlife. There is a clear interest in providing readers with practical applications of these concepts, whether for personal gain (witchcraft) or self-understanding (dreams and afterlife experiences).

Title: Beyond Reality
Issue: 31
Cover Headline: DID THE ANCIENT EGYPTIANS HAVE FLYING MACHINES?

This issue of Beyond Reality delves into a variety of intriguing and often controversial topics, ranging from ancient mysteries and paranormal phenomena to contemporary scientific endeavors.

Ancient Egyptian Flying Machines

The lead article, "DID THE ANCIENT EGYPTIANS HAVE FLYING MACHINES?", presents a compelling case for the existence of advanced aviation technology in ancient Egypt. It details the discovery of a cardboard carton in the Cairo Museum, marked "bird models," which contained artifacts first found in an 1895 excavation at Saggara. Dr. Khalil Messiha, an Egyptologist and archaeologist, examined these artifacts and identified one piece as not a bird, but the fuselage and wing of an aircraft. This model, dated to 200 B.C., possessed features like an upright tail that distinguished it from any known bird representation. The artifact's analysis was so convincing that a special committee of scientists was formed to study it. The object was identified as an aircraft, complete with fuselage, tail assembly, and pilot's compartment. Experts like Ivan T. Sanderson, a scholar and scientist, were involved in analyzing the model. Sanderson sent scale drawings to designers, aerodynamic engineers, and pilots, most of whom identified it as a glider. However, one technician working on NASA contracts noted its similarity to advanced designs for low-powered supercargo planes. The model was found to be aerodynamically and mathematically perfect, suggesting advanced knowledge of mathematics and geometry by the ancient Egyptians. The article also references Sanskrit texts translated by V. Raghavan, which describe aerial machines, including one from Bhaja that used a fire-chamber with mercury and flapping wings.

Further exploration of this ancient artifact is presented with "THREE VIEWS OF MODEL AIRCRAFT WHICH DATES BACK TO ANCIENT EGYPT." These illustrations highlight the aircraft-like features, noting that the wings are fixed to the top of the craft and not in the center. The missing tailpiece is mentioned as the only component needed to complete the artifact. The article asserts that the design is similar to modern gliders and advanced super-cargo planes, reinforcing the idea that ancient Egyptians possessed the ingenuity to develop such craft. Skeptics are mentioned, but experts like Sanderson and Dr. Messiha support the artifact's authenticity as a replica of a genuine aircraft.

Portholes Through Time and Space

This section, written by Dick Schwartzenberg, explores the concept of time travel and mysterious 'entrances' and 'exits' that allegedly lead to different periods in history. The article notes that while science scans galaxies, others probe Earth's mysteries. It references the moon landing by Neil Armstrong and Edwin Aldrin, Jr., in 1969 as a realization of a long-held dream, questioning if time travel might be a similar, ancient dream.

The article lists twelve locations where these 'time tunnels' are believed to exist: Norway, Panama, the United States, Egypt, Spain, France, North Africa, Italy, Russia, Ireland, Israel, and the Hawaiian Islands. These phenomena have been reported on rural farms, city streets, and even the high seas.

A significant account is given of Vladimar Ritzsik, a Moscow elementary school teacher. In August 1962, while vacationing in the Karelian Isthmus, Ritzsik reported seeing two faint vertical lines on the ground that resembled a doorway. Upon stepping into this area, he found himself on a paved street in Petrograd (now St. Petersburg) during the Russian Revolution of 1917. He described witnessing street fighting, food riots, and mass army desertions, and even saw Nikolai Lenin speaking. He then found himself back at his campsite, with only about two hours having elapsed.

Another incident involves Steven R. Miller, a biologist, and his son. In October 1964, while visiting the General George Armstrong Custer Monument area in Southern Montana, Miller and his son entered a sun-traced triangular area and vanished. They reappeared 16 minutes later, both terrified and covered in blood. The blood was analyzed by the FBI and confirmed to be real human blood. Miller described the area as having a dull gray, smoke-colored air and a stench of death.

The article also mentions a Belfast woman who, in 1955, noticed sun-tracings and was transported to fifteenth-century Ireland for about a month and a half, returning in authentic period clothing. A Milan fashion designer also reported disappearing in 1925 into a triangular maze etched by the sun, experiencing life in his city 200 years prior.

Report from National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)

This section features two brief reports on NASA activities.

One report details the successful launch of the Air Force research satellite SCATHA (Spacecraft Charging At High Altitudes) by the Kennedy Space Center. SCATHA carries 13 experiments designed to address the problem of 'static charging' which has previously damaged satellites.

The second report highlights NASA engineer Frank J. Nola's invention of a Power Factor Controller (PFC). This device is a revolutionary gadget designed to reduce power consumption in electrical motors used in homes and industry, potentially cutting energy use by as much as 65%. Nola developed this unit while working on a Solar Heating and Cooling project for NASA.

Space Exploration Updates

This section provides updates on space exploration, featuring images and descriptions of celestial bodies and scientific missions.

Voyager 1 captured a photograph of Jupiter and its satellites Io and Europa in February 1979. Io is noted to be 220,000 miles above Jupiter's Great Red Spot, and Europa is 375,000 miles above Jupiter's clouds. The photo was assembled from negatives by the Image Processing Lab at Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL).

Another report covers the International Ultraviolet Explorer (IUE) satellite, launched in January 1979. Jerry Longanecker, IUE project manager, and Fred Espaneak, scope operator, are shown watching a viewing screen at NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center. The IUE is designed to study a wide range of celestial objects in the ultraviolet spectrum, which is largely inaccessible to ground-based telescopes. Its studies will range from planets in our solar system to distant objects like quasars, pulsars, and black holes.

The Portrait That Had To Be

Written by Eva LeBourg Burgin, this is a personal narrative about painting a portrait. The author describes being in an old mountain house on a rainy day, feeling an eerie atmosphere. While mixing paints, her mental conception shifted from a landscape to a man's face. She began painting an old man with a tattered hat, long beard, and deep-set eyes. The eyes, initially intended to be brown, turned blue-grey by mistake, leading her to call him a "blue eyed charmer." She painted the background with wide planks and barn red. Upon completion, she framed the portrait and hung it opposite the fireplace. The narrative concludes with the unsettling observation that the painted man's eyes seemed to follow her around the room.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently explores the fringes of accepted knowledge, presenting accounts that challenge conventional understanding of history, science, and reality. The editorial stance appears to favor the investigation of unexplained phenomena, ancient mysteries, and potential anomalies, encouraging readers to consider possibilities beyond mainstream scientific consensus. Themes of ancient technology, time travel, unexplained disappearances, and the frontiers of space exploration are recurrent throughout the issue.

Title: Beyond Reality
Issue: Vol. 4, No. 41
Date: (Determined to be January 1979 based on page numbering and content context)
Publisher: Beyond Reality
Price: $1.50

This issue of Beyond Reality features a diverse range of articles exploring paranormal phenomena, UFOs, psychic abilities, and unexplained events. The cover story, "THE SOVIET UFO COVER-UP" by Hugh F. Cochrane, presents a theory that a reported UFO attack in Petrozavodsk was actually a malfunction of a Soviet high-energy beam weapon, part of their development of advanced weaponry.

The Soviet UFO Cover-Up

The article by Hugh F. Cochrane details the events surrounding the alleged UFO attack on Petrozavodsk in April 1978. Two National Enquirer journalists reported an incident involving ray beams that bored holes in windows and paving blocks. However, Cochrane suggests this was a dangerous blunder caused by experiments with high-energy particle beam devices, developed by the Soviets in underground facilities at Azgir and Semipalatinsk. These weapons were intended for space domination and defense, creating 'energy curtains' and 'sky shields.' The incident in Petrozavodsk is theorized to be a beam excursion caused by atmospheric particle obstructions, creating a glowing plasmic shell rather than a galactic vehicle.

Psychic Phenomena and Investigations

Spirit Messages to a Psychic by Muriel Stiffler profiles Mary Pompeo, a psychic who uses her abilities to help people and investigate paranormal cases. One striking incident involved a woman in an audience who intended to commit suicide, but was dissuaded by Mary's psychic message. The article also details Mary's work with a 16-year-old girl suffering from depression, which was attributed to the lingering spirit of a Chinese man whose family had been murdered. Mary's investigations extend to poltergeist activity, including a case in Erie, Pennsylvania, involving a three-year-old boy named Dean and his 'secret friend' Buddy. Mary also assisted police departments in finding a mysterious 'artist' and averting a kidnapping.

Another article, Psychic Finds Missing Body, describes how psychic Kathlyn Rhea helped Calaveras County officials locate the missing body of Russell T. Drummond by providing a detailed description of its location.

Haunted House With A Tragic Past

This section recounts the experience of the Cameron family, who purchased a haunted 17-room house. Harold Cameron confronted the ghost with an ultimatum to stay on its side of the house. The haunting involved strange noises and footsteps. The family eventually made a deal with the spirits, agreeing to stay out of the library and coach house, which resolved the issue. Their investigation into the house's history revealed a tragic past involving rape, suicide, and murder.

Lost City of the Incas

Philip Miller, president of Adventures Unlimited, claims to have found the lost city of the Incas in Peru. The discovery was prompted by eight 'little white dots' on a satellite photo, which turned out to be sections of 12 pyramids rising from the jungle.

Strange Creature Encountered By Motorist In Florida

This article discusses the 'Skunk-Ape,' a creature reportedly seen in the Florida Everglades since 1974. Described as over seven feet tall, walking upright, and emitting a terrible odor, the creature has been the subject of several sensational reports, including a motorist who claimed to have hit it with his car.

Scientists Explain How Pigeons Find Their Way

Researchers at Cornell University are studying the navigational abilities of homing pigeons. They hypothesize that pigeons use a celestial 'radar' or clock to determine their position relative to the moon. The study also indicates that pigeons can detect light waves invisible to humans and minute changes in barometric pressure.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue of Beyond Reality revolve around the unexplained, the paranormal, and the potential for advanced or hidden technologies. The magazine appears to present a wide range of phenomena, from UFO sightings and psychic abilities to haunted houses and cryptids, often with a speculative or investigative tone. The editorial stance seems to be one of open-minded inquiry into subjects that lie beyond conventional understanding, encouraging readers to consider alternative explanations for events and phenomena.

Title: Beyond Reality
Issue Date: June, 1979
Document Type: Magazine Issue

Main Cover Story: The Bell Island Enigma

The issue begins with an account of a mysterious event on Bell Island, Newfoundland, on April 2, 1978. U.S. defense satellites detected a high concentration of energy that hit the island, causing a massive thunderbolt, flashes, and blasts. Local residents reported power outages and electrical disturbances. The event caused significant damage around the property of James Bickford, vaporizing electrical wires and blowing out metal doors and fuses. Three identical holes were found in the ground behind his home. Bickford described the blast as "louder than 300 charges going off in the mine." Residents reported brilliant, multi-colored flashes visible up to 70 miles away. Scientists from Newfoundland University and the Canadian Government attributed the event to a meteorite, lightning, or an exploding fireball, but residents noted strange humming and television blankouts beforehand. UFO enthusiasts interpreted it as a crashed saucer, while others speculated about the Concord SST or sonic booms.

Soviet High Energy Waves and PACE Investigations

The Planetary Association for Clear Energy (PACE), a privately funded group, has been investigating unexplained high-energy signals disrupting global radio communications since July 1967. PACE members believe the Bell Island event is related to these signals. Dr. Andrew Michrowski, a co-founder of PACE, suggests the explosion was caused by a "standing columnar wave" generated by Soviet transmitters, amplified by an iron ore deposit under Bell Island. PACE favors Tesla's Magnifying Transmitter as the source and has identified Riga and Gomel in the USSR as potential locations through direction finding equipment. PACE has collaborated with the Canadian Department of Transport to document these Soviet intrusions.

Further investigation by PACE and the Pacific Northwest Center in Portland, Oregon, suggests these Soviet high-energy waves contain pulse rates known to be biologically significant and useful in brainwave conditioning and programming in humans. These signals have been tracked moving from northeast to southwest, a direction often reported for UFO sightings. Reports indicate these waves have interfered with legitimate broadcasts and even television signals, as seen in an incident in Timmins, Ontario, where witnesses described a "dielectric avalanche of the atmosphere."

When random checks were made of people living in the path of these waves, many reported headaches and irritability. A check with RCA revealed communication system problems along the North Atlantic coast on the same date. In Eugene, Oregon, residents reported irritability, lack of sleep, and a low humming noise. In one home, electrostatic voltages near the ceiling measured 25,000 volts. Similar biologically significant signals have been detected near Huntsville, Alabama, and Kirkland Lake, Ontario. PACE believes these pulses can induce trance states and out-of-body experiences.

Soviet UFO Cover-Up and Electromagnetic Warfare

The article suggests that the balance of power shifted to the Soviet Union, causing concern among U.S. defense chiefs. The U.S. Air Force has begun studies on the effects of electromagnetic waves, with research at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base. John Keel's article in UFO Report is cited, mentioning Marconi's 1936 experiment where a low-frequency transmitter stalled automobiles and made telephones useless. A similar incident in September 1976 involved the Iranian Air Force engaging "UFOs" and experiencing their electrically controlled systems failing, only to return to normal when they escaped the UFOs' vicinity. This event occurred near the underground test facility at Azgir in the Soviet Union. Professor Heinz Kaminski of the Bochum Observatory linked a Soviet underground blast at Semipalatinsk on September 19, 1978, to the Iranian earthquake of September 16, 1978, which killed 18,000 people. While Swedish seismologists doubted the blast triggered the quake, the timing is noted.

The article distinguishes between "flying saucers" and "Soviet plasmoids," urging UFO researchers to differentiate. It draws a parallel to Edgar Cayce's readings on the Atlanteans, who used energy beams from a Great Crystal, leading to devastation when they experimented with beams directed at earth's core. The author questions if history is repeating itself with Soviet actions.

Portholes in Time and Space: Time Travel Accounts

The magazine presents several accounts of alleged time travel or displacement:

• Peshtigo Vanishing (1871): A businessman vanished from a street curb in Peshtigo, Wisconsin, during a fire, reappearing days later with severe burns and describing being in a "great fire."
• Norwegian Sailor (Oslo): A Norwegian sailor disappeared from the waters of Oslo harbor during the Nazi occupation, only to return a week later claiming rescue by Vikings.
• Versailles Garden Incident (1901): Charlotte Moberly and Eleanore Jourdian, principals of an Oxford college, walked through a sun-drenched pattern in the gardens near the Petit Trianon in Versailles and found themselves in a past era, encountering a Marie Antoinette-like figure. Subsequent visitors reported similar experiences, and historical documents mentioned a "circular pavilion" in the area.
• The Portrait: The story of Sam Lance and his sweetheart Rose is recounted, with a portrait of Sam Lance and a newspaper clipping of his ancestor, Col. Samuel Lance, suggesting a connection across time.

Scientists Discover ESP Machine!

A significant portion of the magazine is dedicated to advertising an "Electronic ESP Machine" or "Thought Amplifier." The advertisement claims this device can bring money, psychic power, love, and health instantly, requiring no special psychic training. It cites examples of its alleged use in England (taking photos of people before they were born), the U.S. (killing insects with a psionic machine), and by a Russian technician locating a defector. The device is said to amplify human thought and emotion. The advertisement offers a "10 DAY FREE TRIAL" for plans to build the machine, promising a money-back guarantee.

Mail Order and Home Business Opportunities

Two articles offer opportunities for home-based businesses. One, by Brainerd L. Mellinger, a "Famous World Trader," promotes a "Mail Order/World Trade Business" with three methods: operating a home spare-time business, importing products below wholesale, and exporting local products. He offers a free mail order course and membership in "International Traders." Another section advertises a "Mail Order Course" revealing secrets to picking mail order winners and avoiding pitfalls, with a coupon to send for it.

Letters to the Editor and Other Items

• Spirit Messages to a Psychic: An account of a psychic experience where a queen from ancient Egypt sought forgiveness.
• Letters to the Editor: A letter discusses the belief in werewolves and the influence of the full moon on human behavior and crime. Another letter inquires about a "cursed" car, an Austrian Graef-und-Stift, which is described as haunted due to the bad luck associated with its owners, including Archduke Franz Ferdinand.
• Editor's Note: The editor confirms the Austrian car was destroyed in an air raid during World War II and notes that since 1948, there have been 32 major earthquakes, with the latest in Northwestern Argentina on November 17, 1977.

Ancient Egyptian Flying Machines

A section discusses ancient Indian writings mentioning "flying machines propelled by mercury engines." It also notes artifacts similar to gliders excavated from caves in Costa Rica, Colombia, and Peru, which some experts believe resemble small airplanes.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently explores the intersection of unexplained phenomena, advanced or hidden technologies, and the potential for human enhancement or manipulation. Themes include Soviet technological capabilities, psychic phenomena, time displacement, and alternative explanations for events beyond conventional understanding. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry into these subjects, presenting evidence and theories that challenge mainstream scientific and historical narratives, often with a focus on potential threats or opportunities arising from these phenomena. The inclusion of advertisements for psychic development tools and mail-order businesses suggests an audience interested in personal empowerment and unconventional paths to success.

Title: Beyond Reality
Issue: 61
Date: 1979 (implied by content)

This issue of Beyond Reality magazine, a publication focused on paranormal phenomena, UFOs, and the occult, presents a diverse range of articles and advertisements catering to its readership's interests. The cover boldly proclaims 'Come With Us To The Dimension Called... Beyond Reality,' featuring a collage of symbolic imagery.

Investigating Haunted Houses

The magazine offers practical advice on how to investigate a haunted house, emphasizing a systematic approach. It recommends recruiting friends, including a sensitive if possible, and using tools like tape recorders and cameras. The process involves meticulously logging observations, maintaining a calm demeanor, and avoiding personal emotional interference. The article outlines a questionnaire to help determine the nature of the phenomena, suggesting possible explanations ranging from genuine hauntings to human harassment. It also advises on how to interact with apparitions and suggests seeking help from religious figures if necessary.

Psychic Abilities and Case Studies

A prominent feature details the work of psychic Dorothy Allison, who is credited with assisting police in locating missing persons. The issue highlights her involvement in the case of Yeran Hashmonai, a New York taxi driver who disappeared, leaving his cab abandoned with bloodstains. Allison, after receiving a personal item from Hashmonai's mother, provided a psychic picture and the killer's name to the police, believing the motive was money. The article also mentions her prior work on the John Wayne Gacy case.

Mind Power and Self-Improvement

Advertisements and articles promote various methods for self-improvement and gaining control over one's life. Scott Reed, described as a leading mind-power expert, is featured for his 'Automatic Mind Command' technique, which promises the ability to secretly control the thoughts and actions of others. The advertisement claims this power can be used for financial gain, personal affection, and uncovering secrets, with testimonials supporting its effectiveness in various scenarios, including health-related issues.

ESP and Occult Services

Several advertisements offer services related to ESP, psychic readings, and occult practices. The E.S.P. Laboratory, led by Al G. Manning, offers programs designed to uplift and improve life through ESP and witchcraft courses. Cosmic Wisdom, run by Clark and Dei Wilkerson, provides teachings on 'Cosmic Laws,' 'Astral Travel,' and 'Spiritual Evolvement' through cassette tapes and private instruction. Other listings include psychic insights, fortune telling, and various occult merchandise.

UFOs and Paranormal Technology

The issue includes an advertisement for a 'UFO Detector' that claims to detect strong electromagnetic force fields. It is described as a solid aluminum and steel construction device with a built-in alarm system. The American Para-Normal Research Association, Inc. also seeks individuals to become official investigators of para-normal phenomena as part of an international research project.

Personal and Miscellaneous Listings

A section of classified ads offers a wide array of services and products, including mail order opportunities, dating services, and personal advice. These range from 'best by mail' offers for psychic readings and occult items to business opportunities and personal well-being services.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently promotes themes of the paranormal, psychic phenomena, UFOs, and self-empowerment through unconventional means. The editorial stance appears to be one of exploring and validating these subjects, encouraging readers to engage with and believe in possibilities beyond conventional understanding. The publication positions itself as a source of information on controversial topics, aiming to keep readers informed about 'many other worlds beyond reality.' The subscription information at the end of the issue reinforces its commitment to providing ongoing content on these subjects.