Beyond Reality No 39

Magazine Overview

Title: Beyond Reality
Issue: No. 39
Date: September/October 1979
Publisher: Beyond Reality Magazine, Inc.
Country: USA
Price: $1.50

This issue of Beyond Reality, a bi-monthly magazine focusing on UFOs, ESP, and Psychic Phenomena, features a prominent cover story titled "MESSAGE FROM AN ANCIENT ASTRONAUT." Other cover teasers include "WORLDS BEFORE OUR OWN: ATLANTIS AND THE ICE AGE CONNECTION," "YOU TOO CAN ENTER UNIVERSES OF UNCHARTED DREAMS," "AN ADVENTURE IN REINCARNATION: THE MAN WHO TUNES INTO YESTERDAYS," and "ENIGMA OF CLOCK SPIRITS."

Editorial

The editorial, penned by Editor/Publisher Harry Belil, focuses on the unique characteristics of Edgar Cayce, referring to him as "The Sleeping Prophet." Cayce, a self-made man with no formal college education, possessed the ability to absorb information from books while sleeping. He is remembered for his miraculous medical diagnoses and his founding of the Association of Research and Enlightenment in Virginia Beach. The editorial highlights several of Cayce's significant predictions, including a catastrophic earthquake that would cause California to break away from the mainland, the 1929 stock market collapse (predicted seven months prior), World War II, Franklin D. Roosevelt's death before the war's end, the return of Jews to Israel, and various earth changes and disasters like the 1964 Alaska earthquake and the 1960 eruption of Mount Etna. Belil notes that while Cayce did not pinpoint exact dates, his predictions often came to pass.

Articles

• We Can Enter New Worlds by Fred P. Graham
• Atlantis and the Ice Age Connection by Rolph E. Vaughan
• The Man Who Tunes Into Yesterdays by Kitt Colvin
• The Spirit That Haunts St. Mary's Hall by Richard Schwartzberg
• The Enigma Of Clock Spirits by Raymond Lamont Brown
• Stone Guardian of the Aztec Gold by Pat Mann
• Astrological Birth Control by Robert D. Papon
• Was It A Poltergeist? by Christine G. Wissner
• Edgar Cayce: A Prophet In Our Time by Lytle W. Robinson
• The Vision That Saved a Ship's Crew by Vincent G. Dunn

Features

• Report From NASA by Samuel Belil
• Notes On The Paranormal by Staff
• Wild Man of the Siberian Arctic by Ramona Cortez

Departments

• Editorial by Harry Belil
• Letters to the Editor (featuring correspondence from Jack P. Replar, Stan Farnsworth, Walt Wrzesniewski, Don V. Britt, Marie Stephan, Richard E. Bordner, Willis Couvillier)
• Books For Review (Reviews of "Science and the Supernatural," "The Hand Book of Chinese Horoscopes," "The Werewolf Delusion," "Animal Magnetism," "Elke & Belam: The True-Life Account of Two Dogs," "Overland Through Asia and Africa," "Dead Man Walking: Teaching in a Maximum Security Prison," "Gospel of the Stars," "The New Soviet Psychic Discoveries," "Pathways to the Gods," "Extra Sensory Powers: A Century of Psychical Research," and "Astronauts of Ancient Japan.")
• Strange and Unknown (featuring an article on "Haunted by Ancient Astronauts" concerning the town of Gienburg and a nine-year-old girl named Hildy Brauer, who is experiencing poltergeist-like phenomena attributed to extraterrestrials.)

Advertising and Promotions

A significant portion of the magazine is dedicated to advertisements and promotions for books and services related to the paranormal. One notable advertisement is for "The Holy Land Cross," which is presented as a talisman that brings money, good luck, health, and success. The advertisement includes testimonials and a money-back guarantee. Another promotion is for the book "The Shape of Events to Come" by Gopi Krishna, described as a book of prophecy detailing events of the next 20 years, available for $5.00.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently explores themes of the unexplained, paranormal phenomena, psychic abilities, ancient mysteries, and alternative explanations for historical and current events. The editorial stance appears to be open to and supportive of these subjects, presenting them as worthy of investigation and belief, particularly evident in the extensive coverage of Edgar Cayce's prophecies and the "Haunted by Ancient Astronauts" feature. The inclusion of numerous book reviews and reader letters further indicates a commitment to engaging with a wide range of esoteric and speculative topics within the paranormal community.

Title: BEYOND REALITY
Issue: 11
Volume: 1
Date: 1967

This issue of "Beyond Reality" delves into a variety of speculative and paranormal topics, including alleged extraterrestrial communication, the lost continent of Atlantis, the Ice Age, and the power of the subconscious through visualization and reincarnation.

Voices from the Void: The Gienburg Incident

The issue opens with an account from Gienburg, where Julius Hammarmeyer, visiting his family, reported hearing distinct male voices emanating from his niece Hildy's room. These voices, described as sophisticated and speaking in a tone above a whisper, allegedly discussed complex mathematical formulas, algebraic symbols, sines, and cosines, and mentioned the name "Jupiter." The voices were perceived as originating not just from the room but from throughout the house. Harold Brauer, Hildy's father, questioned why such entities would communicate through a child rather than an adult with a scientific background. The family consulted Father Gustav, who, after considering the possibility of extraterrestrial activity using Hildy as a "natural medium," suggested an exorcism ritual if supernatural forces were at play, but noted that children are often sources of disturbances due to their innocence and sensitivity. Dr. Werner Havermeyer, a professor of physics, along with parapsychologists Anton Gebrich and Heinrich Schwazbaum, were also involved in examining Hildy.

New Worlds: The Power of Visualization

This section, featuring an article by Fred P. Graham, explores the concept of visualization as a tool for personal growth and problem-solving. It posits that visualizations, once a common part of childhood imagination, are often suppressed as individuals grow up. The article explains that by learning to visualize, individuals can unlock their subconscious, experience new ideas, and gain a deeper understanding of their potential. It introduces a guided visualization exercise called "The Crossroads," designed to help individuals explore different life choices and their potential consequences. The exercise involves a narrative journey where the participant is presented with distinct paths, each representing a different lifestyle or opportunity, encouraging them to make a choice and experience its implications. A man in his sixties reported a profound experience during this visualization, where he was able to reconnect with his deceased mother, highlighting the emotional and psychological impact of such exercises.

Atlantis and the Ice Age Connection

Another significant article investigates the legendary continent of Atlantis and its potential connection to the Ice Age. It references Plato's account of Atlantis, a sophisticated empire that supposedly met an abrupt end around 10,000 B.C.E. when it disappeared beneath the ocean. The article explores the possibility that this advanced civilization existed prior to the accepted commencement of human society and that its demise might be linked to the end of the Ice Age. It discusses the geological changes during the Ice Age, including lower sea levels and the expansion of ice sheets, which would have altered coastlines and created new landmasses. The article highlights ancient maps, such as one by Philippe Buache from 1737 and the Piri Reis map from 1513, which allegedly depict Antarctica as ice-free islands and show altered coastlines, suggesting that individuals during the Ice Age may have systematically mapped the world. The text proposes that the ruins of this advanced civilization might be found underwater, in areas not traditionally explored by archaeologists.

The Man Who Tunes In to Yesterdays

This section profiles Henry Korkeila, a man from Tampere, Finland, who claims to have the ability to journey into his past lifetimes and provide past life readings for others. The article touches upon the theory of reincarnation, describing it as the soul's evolution through a succession of physical bodies, guided by karma, which is presented as the moral law of cause and effect. It notes that reincarnation has been a concept in many world religions, including Buddhism, and suggests that certain passages in the Christian Bible can be interpreted to support this theory. Korkeila, who operates a steam-cleaning business, is described as a firm believer in reincarnation, stating that non-believers are too self-centered to explore such concepts.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

Throughout the issue, "Beyond Reality" maintains a stance of exploring the unexplained and the unconventional. The magazine encourages readers to consider possibilities beyond mainstream scientific understanding, focusing on phenomena such as UFOs, ancient mysteries, and the untapped potential of the human mind. The editorial approach seems to be one of open inquiry, presenting accounts and theories that challenge conventional views of history, consciousness, and reality, inviting readers to contemplate these subjects with an open mind.

This issue of BEYOND REALITY (Issue 21) explores a variety of paranormal and mysterious topics, including reincarnation, haunted objects, UFOs, and ancient artifacts. The magazine features in-depth articles on individuals who claim to have experienced past lives, accounts of seemingly supernatural occurrences related to clocks, and discussions on the existence of extraterrestrial life.

Reincarnation and Past Lives: The Case of Henry Korkeila

The lead article focuses on Henry Korkeila, a Finnish man born in 1930, who is a fervent believer in reincarnation. According to his book, "Yesterdays," Korkeila has experienced numerous past-life regressions. His journey began innocently when a painting of a seascape in his friend Mrs. Soriano's home in San Jose, California, triggered a series of images and events. These regressions led him to believe he had lived on the lost continent of Atlantis as Akotemus, a high priest and healer. The article details several of his claimed past incarnations, including lives in Atlantis, Lemuria (as a cliff-dweller and as 'Take-ta-ra'), Babylon (as Zutara-cha, sister to the King and a warrior), England (as a Russian band leader named Kazegorian, and later as a medieval monk in Bedford), Brazil (as a Spanish fisherman named Alfonse), and as a pre-Mayan priestess named T'Acachza-Dora in the Omtec culture.

Korkeila describes how the priest's eyes in his Atlantean regression were like looking into a mirror, suggesting a continuity of the soul. He also believes that individuals carry over certain abilities and talents from past lives, noting his own interest and ability in healing. The article touches upon the idea of 'parallel lives,' where current lives are closely linked to past ones, explaining his intense interest in reincarnation and ancient civilizations. Korkeila also shares his thoughts on UFOs, stating that while he has never seen one, he believes they are very possible and real, attributing fear of the unknown as a reason for skepticism.

Janet Gluckman, his editor, was present during an interview and found Korkeila's insights into parallel existences compelling. Korkeila suggests that multiple realities exist simultaneously, with different 'selves' focusing on their own realities, and that these realities are interconnected.

The Spirit That Haunts St. Mary's Hall

This article, by Richard Schwartzberg, recounts a purported haunting at St. Mary's Hall in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The building, originally a hospital, became a refuge for escaped slaves during the Civil War. The story is passed down through hearsay, primarily from Brother Marie Gerald Keating (Brother Jerry), who has been with the Holy Ghost Fathers for 54 years. According to the account, a spectral figure of a terrified slave, shackled and dying, was seen at the hall. Later, when the building was purchased by the Holy Ghost Fathers to become Duquesne University, residents reported hearing the rattling of chains at night, attributed to the spirits of fugitive slaves.

Brother Jerry recounts an incident where priests and brothers investigated the sounds, finding the spirit with chains had moved to the basement. The building was eventually torn down to make way for a parking lot.

The Enigma of Clock Spirits

This section, authored by Raymond Lamont Brown, explores the phenomenon of haunted clocks. It begins by noting that clocks, from ancient Chinese timepieces to the Astronomical Clock in Beauvais Cathedral, can exhibit strange behaviors and are sometimes believed to be possessed. The article highlights the story of David Ramsay (1575-1655), who reported seeing the ghost of Father Benedictus, a clockmaker murdered in 1303.

Another account involves the great clock at Westminster, which was believed to strike out of order when a member of the Royal Family was about to die. The Irish psychic Elliot O'Donnell's research is mentioned, particularly the story of Alfredo d'Almeida, a clockmaker who died in 1901. After his death, his prized clock began to chime daily at 10:47 AM, the exact time his niece Anna was murdered by her husband, Salvador Benchimol, leading the family to believe the clock was issuing ghostly warnings.

The article also features the experience of Pat Garfield of Cranbury, New Jersey, who bought an 1828 wooden clock and saw the apparition of its original owner. Harold Mortlake, a London antiquarian bookseller, recounts how a clock he owned began chiming erratically after he hung a portrait of Aleister Crowley opposite it, only returning to normal timekeeping when the portrait was moved.

Ms. Helen Verba of the Denver Post reported on a clock that stopped at the exact time of family members' deaths, which later had its dial turn upside down. The article concludes by listing various superstitions associated with clocks, such as sudden changes in ticking indicating death, clocks striking thirteen, or striking during significant events like sermons or weddings.

UFO Update! Advertisement

A full-page advertisement promotes "UFO UPDATE!" as a quarterly publication dedicated to telling the "UFO story as it should be told." It distinguishes itself from magazines focusing on "Hollywood-UFO" by promising to investigate the "nature of the UFO mystery" and deliver the truth.

Stone Guardian of the Aztec Gold

Authored by Pat Mann, this article details the discovery of a cave in Arkansas in the early 1960s by an amateur archaeologist. The cave, hidden by natural debris, contained Civil War weapons and muskets. More significantly, the pair found a small, solid gold Aztec idol, about six inches long. The idol was found near a stone carving, described as a "stone mistress," which was seemingly part of the cave's natural formation. The men sawed the idol from its perch and sold it to a university in Colorado for its museum. The article poses questions about the origin of the idol and its connection to the Civil War relics.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently explores the unexplained and the paranormal. Themes of reincarnation, ghosts, and unexplained phenomena are prominent. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry, seeking to investigate and present accounts of these mysteries, rather than dismissing them outright. The publication aims to delve into the "truth" behind various enigmas, from past lives and spectral encounters to UFO sightings and ancient artifacts.

This issue of BEYOND REALITY (Issue 32) delves into a variety of paranormal, archaeological, and scientific topics, with a cover story on "ASTROLOGICAL BIRTH CONTROL." The content spans mysteries of ancient civilizations, unexplained phenomena, and futuristic concepts.

Ancient Aztec Gold/continued

The article continues the story of a stone statue discovered by a young couple, Mac and Elizabeth McClanahan. Initially believed to be Aztec, an expert, P. W. Macklin, determined it was not of any known Aztec or Mississippi culture period, resembling Olmec statuary from 1,300 B.C. The statue's origin remained a mystery, leading the couple to explore the theory of ancient astronauts visiting the Ozarks. They decided to use hypnosis to uncover the statue's history. Mac, a subject for hypnotic demonstrations, was guided into a deep trance state. The narrator, a hypnotist, and Elizabeth participated in the session. Mac, in a clairvoyant state, envisioned an old, fat, and dirty Indian woman carving the statue from a stalagmite in a cave. He described her as wearing a wool skirt and beads, and carving with a rock resembling an arrowhead. He realized the figure was not an idol or a goddess, but a representation of the woman herself, carved for company and to bring back her people who had left her to guard a cave. Mac discovered that the cave contained a treasure of Aztec gold, estimated at five million dollars, along with a child playing with a gold idol, baskets of gold items, and Spanish artifacts, suggesting a looted museum's worth of items from various periods and origins.

Astrological Birth Control

This section, by Robert D. Papon, introduces the work of Dr. Eugen Jonas, a gynecologist and founder of the Astra Research Center for Planned Parenthood in Czechoslovakia. Dr. Jonas, a practicing Roman Catholic, began his research in 1947, seeking a safer and more natural method of birth control. His work was influenced by astrology, which he encountered during his medical studies. He sought a method that would be acceptable to the Church and scientifically rigorous. Drawing inspiration from the Hermetic injunction "As above, so below," and an Assyrian-Babylonian astrological fragment stating that women are fertile during a certain phase of the moon, Jonas developed a system that uses a computer to determine a woman's fertility period based on her birth date, time, and place. The computer print-out, resembling a calendar, indicates days when sexual relations can occur without fear of pregnancy. The article highlights the contrast between this method and traditional birth control, framing it as a scientific approach rooted in ancient wisdom.

Was It a Poltergeist?

This article recounts a series of bizarre and unexplained happenings that occurred when the narrator and her friend Janet Schmidt were together over a fifteen-year period. Initially, these events were minor, such as faucets turning on by themselves or soap falling from a dish. However, they escalated to more significant incidents. One evening, a skirt that the narrator had just finished hemming vanished from her closet and never reappeared. Weeks later, a similar incident occurred at Janet's house when a beautiful, large Mexican pottery bowl disappeared from the kitchen counter and also never turned up. The article details another event where an object disappeared, reappeared, and then disappeared again after being deliberately disposed of. This involved a pan lid that suddenly popped up and rolled across the floor after Janet and the narrator had a reunion. The narrator also recounts an incident where a letter Janet had mailed to her parents in Florida was returned with a "Return to Sender. No Such Address" stamp, despite the address being correct and previously used without issue. The narrator and Janet were unable to explain these occurrences, which ceased when their close relationship ended due to moves and divorce.

Scientists Discover ESP MACHINE!

This advertisement promotes an "ESP MACHINE," described as an electronic "Thought Amplifier" that requires no special psychic training or mind exercises. It claims to enable users to perform psychic feats such as bending metal, communicating without speaking, forming photo images, and influencing others with thought alone. The article cites examples of its alleged capabilities, including Dr. George De La Warr taking a photograph from 30 years prior, a scientist in Pennsylvania causing insects to die in an infested field, a physicist receiving messages from deep space, and a Russian technician locating a defector. It also mentions medical doctors using a psionic box to reveal a fetus's age. The technology is purportedly based on "Psionics," which has been researched by various universities and organizations, including the Institute of Noetic Sciences and chaired by Dr. Werner Von Braun. The machine is said to amplify human thought and emotion, allowing for manipulation of matter. The advertisement offers a 10-day free trial for plans to build the ESP Machine.

REPORT FROM NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATION

This section features two brief reports from NASA. The first shows astronaut candidates, including Sally K. Ride, Judith A. Resnik, Anna L. Fisher, Kathryn D. Sullivan, and Rhea Seddon, taking a break during a three-day water survival school near Homestead Air Force Base, Florida. They were among fifteen mission specialists/astronaut candidates undergoing pilot/astronaut training. The second report details the SCATHA satellite, a joint Air Force/NASA research satellite prepared for launch. SCATHA is part of a program established in 1975 to provide data for minimizing adverse effects of space environment electrical charge-discharge occurrences.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue of Beyond Reality revolve around the unexplained, the ancient, and the potential for human consciousness to transcend conventional understanding. The magazine explores the possibility of ancient alien intervention, the hidden histories of artifacts, and the existence of paranormal phenomena like poltergeists. It also touches upon alternative methods for controlling human reproduction through astrology and the advancement of psychic technology. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry into subjects that challenge mainstream scientific and historical paradigms, encouraging readers to consider possibilities beyond the ordinary.

This issue of BEYOND REALITY (Issue 41) delves into a variety of paranormal, unexplained, and speculative topics, featuring Edgar Cayce as a central figure. The magazine explores psychic phenomena, UFO sightings, historical mysteries, and scientific discoveries that push the boundaries of conventional understanding.

Edgar Cayce: A Prophet in Our Time

The lead article, "Edgar Cayce: A Prophet in Our Time" by Lytle W. Robinson, examines the life and work of Edgar Cayce, often referred to as "The Sleeping Prophet." Cayce, who died in 1945, gave over 14,000 'readings' while in a state of deep sleep or self-hypnosis, offering medical diagnoses, treatments, analyses, and predictions. His work has brought attention to the power of the human mind and is considered by some to be a significant contribution to fields like medicine, theology, philosophy, and parapsychology. The article highlights that Cayce did not 'discover' anything in a conventional sense but rather brought attention to new concepts. His readings, documented in approximately 50,000 single-spaced, typewritten pages, are studied by scholars, and his life has inspired books, a movie, and a TV show. Cayce's abilities included transcending time and space, seeing past and future events, and providing detailed information without prior knowledge. The article notes that Cayce's desire was for his gift to be seen as 'respectable.' His readings covered a vast range of subjects, and while many claims are difficult to validate, they offered understanding to those with afflictions. Cayce also made predictions about the future of the United States and the world, including a prediction of a 'new age' beginning around 1998, which he described as a period of transition, discord, and turbulence. The article also touches upon his predictions regarding China and geographical changes, some of which have not yet materialized. It mentions instances where Cayce's predictions or advice seemed to go awry, particularly concerning money-making ventures or when requests were not directly related to the subject.

Monitoring Cotopaxi Volcano

An article on page 1 details the monitoring of Cotopaxi, Ecuador's tallest active volcano, by NASA instruments. The equipment was installed about 4 miles northwest of the summit and 6 miles from a NASA facility. Concerns for native populations and NASA personnel led to the establishment of this monitoring system. The article identifies Doctor Richard Allenby of NASA Goddard Space Flight Center as supervising the seismic sensor, assisted by electronics specialist Cesar Penafiel and graduate student Patricio Ramon from Escuela Politecnia Nacional. This station is noted as the only permanent monitoring station in South America.

Notes on the Paranormal

This section features several brief reports on unexplained phenomena:

The Man-Creature of Kenya

Reports describe a creature, scientifically considered a link between prehistoric and modern man, sighted by at least 17 eyewitnesses in the dense forests of southwestern Kenya. Described as powerfully built, covered in hair, and approximately 5'8" tall with a low forehead resembling a baboon, this 'naked giant' has been seen roaming and killing animals. A French anthropologist, Mrs. Jacqueline Roumeguere-Eberhardt, plans an expedition to search for this apeman.

Panthers lurk in New Jersey

Black panthers, typically native to India, Africa, and South/Central America, have reportedly been sighted in New Jersey. These elusive cats, weighing up to 300 pounds, have been seen in trees and stalking city streets and country lanes, primarily at night. Reports are concentrated in Sussex County, with organizations like Vestiga investigating these sightings.

New Evidence of Vikings in North America

A 900-year-old Norse coin, identified by Norwegian coin expert Kolbjorn Skaare, was found in an old Indian ruin on the Maine coast. The coin, likely struck in Norway between 1065 and 1080, provides new evidence that Viking navigators and traders may have reached North America before Christopher Columbus.

Cattle Mutilation Mystery Continues in New Mexico

An incident of cattle mutilation in New Mexico is reported, where a Hereford cow was found dead with its rectum and lower jaw removed and a hole on its left hind leg. This occurred approximately a quarter mile from an area where witnesses had reported seeing a hovering UFO. Powdered deposits, largely potassium and magnesium, were found near the site and on a pickup truck, similar to substances found on other mutilated cattle.

Strange Encounter With a Giant Sea Monster

In early 1971, the freighter SS King George encountered a large sea monster while sailing from Samoa to the Philippines. The beast, described as having a sizable head, enormous mouth with tusks, and a long tail, butted the ship, causing vibrations. After several shots from a sharp-shooter, the monster sank slowly out of sight.

Supernova Discovered By Soviet Scientist

A supernova has been discovered in a remote galaxy by Soviet astronomer Givi Kimeridze, working at the Abastuman Observatory in the Caucasian Mountains. The discovery has been reported to observatories worldwide.

"I saw crimson tongues of fire..." The Vision That Saved a Ship's Crew

This article by Vincent Dunn details accounts of dreams foretelling impending disaster. It highlights the case of second officer Ian Scott, who, while serving on the British submarine C-23 in August 1940, dreamed of an explosion and crimson flames engulfing a building. This vision is presented as having potentially saved the ship's crew. The article also mentions other historical instances of dreams predicting disasters, such as the sinking of the Titanic and the Great Chicago Fire.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue revolve around the paranormal, unexplained phenomena, and the potential for consciousness to transcend physical limitations. The magazine presents a wide array of topics, from psychic abilities and UFOs to historical mysteries and scientific anomalies, suggesting an editorial stance that is open to exploring possibilities beyond conventional scientific and rational explanations. The publication aims to inform readers about these intriguing subjects, often presenting them as credible reports or ongoing mysteries.

Title: Beyond Reality
Issue: 52
Publisher: Beyond Reality
Country: USA
Language: English
Cover Headline: We're looking for people who love to write... for profit.

This issue of Beyond Reality magazine delves into a variety of intriguing subjects, from the practicalities of professional writing to the mysteries of ancient civilizations and unexplained phenomena.

Writing for Profit: The Writers Institute

The cover story highlights the Writers Institute, an organization that has been helping aspiring writers achieve publication for decades. The institute emphasizes the importance of professional training, contrasting it with the less effective method of self-teaching and relying on rejection slips. They offer personalized instruction from experienced writers and editors, aiming to make every student a versatile, selling writer. The program involves working closely with an instructor on assignments, developing a personal style, and understanding market demands. To encourage potential students, the institute offers a free writing aptitude test, emphasizing that no salesman will call and there is no obligation. The advertisement includes a coupon for this test and provides the institute's address in Mamaroneck, New York.

Atlantis and the Ice Age Connection

This section explores a theory connecting the lost civilization of Atlantis with the Ice Age. It posits that the Tongue of the Ocean was once a desirable land location and that ancient mines were worked by an advanced civilization, not natives. The cultural similarities across the globe are presented as evidence of this civilization's extensive trade network. The article describes the catastrophic end of this civilization due to rising sea levels, forcing a mass exodus. It suggests that the legend of Atlantis is a survival of this history, and that understanding its fall is crucial for modern humanity to avoid a similar fate. The author emphasizes the need to understand the causes of Ice Ages and their endings to protect our own civilization.

Letters to the Editor

Several letters from readers are featured. One reader, J. Barden from Minneapolis, theorizes that bodies found might be extraterrestrial due to their fully developed nature and suggests that small, human-like creatures visiting Earth might be colonizers from another world. Another reader, J. Mae Johnson from Chicago, recounts a strange experience from her teenage years where a photograph taken of her showed a woman who looked significantly different, with white skin and fiery black eyes, despite her own brown skin and eyes. She destroyed the pictures, unable to explain the discrepancy. Jordon Gene Klotz from Albany expresses his enjoyment of the magazine and requests more UFO articles.

The editor notes that due to numerous requests, a separate publication titled "UFO UPDATE" has been created to focus solely on UFOs.

Astrology and Personal Guidance

An advertisement promotes "CHRISTINA ONASSIS' ASTROLOGY MADE HER A POOR LITTLE RICH GIRL" by Harold Leader. It discusses how astrology can provide a broad outline of life and personality, and how choices are made within that framework. The advertisement introduces "Daily Aspect (Transcope) Astrology," which is calculated by computer and offers practical, day-by-day guidance for various aspects of life, including business, love, and health. It is offered on a trial basis for $1.00, with the promise of practical results within twenty-one days or a full refund. The offer includes a complete natal horoscope and a monthly Transcope. The ad urges readers to act quickly.

A Vision Saved the Crew

This article recounts a harrowing experience aboard a submarine. Crew member Scott has a vivid dream of his crewmates dying from gasoline fumes while the submarine is at the bottom of the Normandy Coast. He wakes up to find the submarine indeed at the bottom and the crew incapacitated by fumes. Scott manages to revive enough of the crew to pump out the water and surface the submarine. He later receives a letter from his sister describing a similar terrifying dream she had about him and a catastrophic explosion at a filling shop where she worked, an event that also saved her life. Both Scott and his sister attribute their survival to these premonitions.

The Ghost of St. Mary's Hall

This piece details a story about a haunting at St. Mary's Hall. It describes how priests attempted to exorcise a spirit, which responded defiantly. While accounts differ on the exact outcome, the chain-rattling and other paranormal activities eventually ceased. The article notes that St. Mary's Hall, which served as a classroom and dormitory, was later demolished.

Strange and Unknown: Hildy Brauer's Experience

The writer recounts a visit to Germany to investigate strange occurrences involving a young girl named Hildy Brauer. The Brauer family has become ostracized in their town due to these events. The writer shares an experience of hearing disembodied voices in the Brauer home late at night. These voices spoke of ancient travelers to Earth who came to aid mankind, discussing concepts like time differentials, liquid displacements, and sophisticated aircraft. They also mentioned mathematical equations for building temples and pyramids and the future of human space travel. The writer concludes by expressing hope that these entities, whoever they are, come in peace.

Advertisements and Other Content

The magazine also features various advertisements. These include:

• Shields Enterprises: Offering a "UFO DETECTOR" that detects electromagnetic fields.
• E.S.P. Laboratory: Promoting self-help programs and courses on ESP, psychic power, and witchcraft.
• Classified Reports: Advertising the "World's Oldest, Most Powerful Talisman" (White Arrow Talisman) and a Black Arrow Talisman for protection.
• Best By Mail: A section with numerous small advertisements for various items and services, including free horses and burros, astrology and occult books, employment information, educational courses, merchandise, money-making opportunities, and personal services.
• Wooden Pyramid Box: A handcrafted wooden box for energy experiments or storage.
• King Kong The Thing: Offering classic films on video cassette.
• Cash For Trash: A bulletin on turning boxtops and labels into cash.
• An Attorney Tells How To Plan Your Own Will: Offering will forms and a guide book.
• Cosmic Wisdom: Featuring Clark & Dei Wilkerson, offering teachings on Cosmic Consciousness, psychic abilities, and spiritual mastery.

There is also a notice for writers, photographers, and illustrators to submit material to Beyond Reality Magazine, requesting self-addressed stamped envelopes.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue of Beyond Reality are the paranormal, the unexplained, and personal development. The magazine appears to cater to an audience interested in mysteries, alternative theories, and self-improvement. The editorial stance seems to be one of open-minded inquiry into subjects often considered outside the mainstream, encouraging readers to explore possibilities beyond conventional understanding. The inclusion of writing advice, astrological guidance, and UFO reports suggests a broad interest in phenomena that challenge ordinary perception and offer pathways to personal success or understanding.

This issue of Beyond Reality, dated 1978 and identified as issue 61, is published by Progress Books, Ltd. The cover prominently features Television Psychic Bob Ferguson, promising "MAGIC WORDS TO COMMAND MIRACLES OF WEALTH, LOVE, AND HEALTH-IN MINUTES!" The magazine delves into various unconventional topics, including psychic powers, alternative healing, astrology, witchcraft, and cryptids.

Psychic Telemetry and Magic Words

The lead article introduces Robert A. Ferguson and his concept of "Psychic Telemetry," claiming it's a simple power to command instant miracles. Ferguson provides numerous testimonials from readers who have allegedly experienced rapid financial gains (e.g., Mary D. receiving $400 in 45 minutes, Dave E. receiving $2,000) and miraculous healings (e.g., Ken's arthritis healed in minutes, Evelina's kidneys healed, Harvey C.'s asthma cured). He asserts that specific "magic words" found in his book can bring wealth, love, and health, and even offers words for winning contests, citing Agnes C.'s win of over $500,000.

Astrological Birth Control

Pages 62-64 detail the theories of Dr. Eugen Jonas and Dr. Kurt Rechnitz on astrological birth control. Jonas hypothesized that a woman's fertility is linked to the Sun-Moon angle at her birth, the child's sex to the Moon's position at conception, and embryo viability to celestial configurations. His system, tested on 250 births, predicted sex with 87% accuracy. Further testing by the Czech Academy of Science and Dr. Rechnitz in Budapest yielded similar results (83% and 87% respectively). Rechnitz later refined the theory, suggesting the child's sex is determined by the Moon's position 15 days after the start of the menstrual period, especially during ovulation. The combined Jonas-Rechnitz hypothesis claims a 98.2% reliability for avoiding pregnancy and for determining a child's sex. The article notes Dr. Jonas' disappearance in 1970.

The Magic Power of Witchcraft

Another significant section explores "THE MAGIC POWER OF WITCHCRAFT" by Gavin and Yvonne Frost. It presents witchcraft not as evil but as a natural power for improving life. The book promises secrets for achieving wealth, love, protection, and control over others. Specific techniques mentioned include the "Witch's Money Jar" for an endless supply of cash, the "Witch's Money Magnet" to multiply money, and a "Black Mirror" for psychic visions. The article also details spells for finding lost objects, winning luck spells, and recharging energy. It highlights how these secrets have allegedly helped thousands achieve financial success and personal desires. The Frosts, described as leaders of the Church of Wicca, claim that "we have not found a single incurable disease!" and provide examples of healing, including dissolving gallstones and healing severe burns.

The Wild Man of the Siberian Arctic

Pages 66-67 feature a report from Soviet scientists on "THE WILD MAN OF THE SIBERIAN ARCTIC." The creature, known as "Chuchuna" in the Yakutian dialect, is acknowledged by Soviet scientists. Descriptions from witnesses dating back to the late 1800s consistently portray a tall, thin being with long shaggy hair, standing over six feet, with arms reaching below the knees. It is said to feed on raw meat, use primitive weapons, and sometimes steal food or kidnap women. While rarely attacking, it emits a shriek when encountered. The article mentions a Siberian schoolteacher, L. E. Grovich, who collected information on the creature, and notes that the last sighting dates back to the 1950s on the Adychi River.

Advertising and Subscriptions

The magazine also includes several advertisements. Page 5 promotes B. L. Mellinger's "World Trade Business" opportunity, offering imports and mail order expertise. Pages 7 and 8 advertise "Beyond Reality" magazine subscriptions and the Rosicrucian Order's free book, "The Mastery of Life," respectively. These advertisements offer opportunities for readers to start home businesses, explore psychic abilities, and learn about self-improvement.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

This issue of Beyond Reality strongly emphasizes the power of the mind, belief, and unconventional methods to achieve desired outcomes in life, particularly in the areas of wealth, health, and love. The editorial stance appears to be one of promoting alternative or esoteric knowledge, presenting claims of psychic abilities, magic, and ancient wisdom as viable and effective means for personal transformation. There is a clear focus on empowering the reader through secrets and techniques not typically found in mainstream discourse, often backed by anecdotal evidence and testimonials. The magazine seems to cater to an audience interested in the paranormal, occult, and self-help through non-traditional means.