UFO Times - No 23 - May Jun 1993

Magazine Overview

Title: UFO TIMES
Issue: 23
Date: May/June 1993
Publisher: BUFORA PUBLICATION
Price: £2.00

This issue of UFO Times, published by BUFORA, features a prominent cover story titled "THE QUANTOCK HORROR II" and includes a detailed transcript of an interview regarding early UFO observations. The magazine also highlights upcoming events and organizational information.

Editorial: Losing Weight

Ken Phillips, the editor, explains that this issue is slimmer than previous ones because readers have 'recouped their losses' from the irregular publication schedule in 1992. Future issues will return to a standard 24-page format. He encourages writers to keep their submissions concise to ensure fairness and space for all. Phillips notes an increase in reader letters, suggesting his articles are provocative. He apologizes for duplicating content in a previous issue (UT21) and mentions the omission of the 'Investigations Diary' due to a potential disagreement with the Director of Investigations.

Case Report: Pelleted in Boston (The Spector Letters) Part 3

This section continues the report from UT 22, featuring correspondence from M.S.S. to Clive Edwards and Professor Robert Morris. M.S.S. discusses the 'vermin' phenomenon, describing how individuals can be 'pelleted' and 'verminised'. He suggests that these entities can project images directly onto the eye or brain, creating illusions. M.S.S. expresses a sense of personal struggle against this oppressor, viewing it as a war that is more his than the reader's.

Case Report: The Quantock Horror

This section presents a transcript of a taped interview conducted on November 15, 1992, with Anthony Burfield (TB) and Susan Burfield (SB), investigated by Judith Jaafar (JJ) and Ken Phillips (KP).

Part I: The Genesis – Tony Burfield's early UFO observations in 1974/88

TB describes a sighting in 1974 of a red, circular spaceship with lights and black squares underneath. He and SB experienced a time loss of approximately 30-45 minutes during this event. They recall the object hovering and then ascending into the darkness. The incident occurred near a caravan site that has since moved.

Later, SB recounts a dream or memory of being in a room and being told they had to go through a figure to get out. TB also has a fragmented memory of being in a ship with two non-human figures and being told to go into a room.

They discuss the possibility of telepathic communication and strange occurrences, including a sighting of two upside-down planes in 1988 near Parkstone, which many people witnessed. TB also mentions having telepathic powers and seeing various shaped UFOs, including triangles and a winged disc.

TB recounts his first close encounter in the 1970s (around age 18) near Wincanton, where he discussed the possibility of life beyond Earth with a friend who believed in UFOs. TB expressed that he would only believe if he had evidence.

Lying Saucery? An Account of a Flying Saucer Sighting by Tom Beck

Tom Beck recounts a sighting he had in 1953 when he was twelve years old, on his way home from the cinema with friends near Haslemere, Surrey. He describes seeing a large, luminescent, phosphorescent green oval-shaped object hovering overhead. From this main saucer, eight smaller objects emerged in two columns of four, flew off at high speed, and then returned to the main saucer. This procedure repeated in another clearing. Beck notes that there was no noise, the main saucer did not land, and there were no encounters with 'little green men'. He emphasizes that as twelve-year-old boys, they were not under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Herr Abrahamsohn, a German ufologist, found the account to be a true sighting of a rare phenomenon.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue include detailed witness testimonies of UFO sightings and encounters, often involving unusual phenomena like time discrepancies, telepathy, and the presence of non-human entities. The magazine, through BUFORA, maintains a stance of promoting scientific research into UFO phenomena while respecting witness confidentiality. The editorial tone, particularly from Ken Phillips, is direct and sometimes self-deprecating, encouraging reader participation and acknowledging the challenges of consistent publication. The issue also highlights the ongoing efforts of BUFORA to coordinate and disseminate UFO research within the UK and internationally.

Title: UFO Times
Issue: 11
Publisher: UFO Times
Country: United Kingdom
Document Type: Magazine Issue

This issue of UFO Times presents a diverse range of articles and information related to the UFO phenomenon, focusing on alleged incidents, theoretical interpretations, and a significant conference.

Article: A Few Notes On 'The Shadow Of Man' by Clive Potter

This article, serving as a preamble to Robert France's work, explores the concept of the UFO phenomenon possessing a 'demonic' aspect. Potter argues that this is not a new suggestion, with various ufologists and researchers having expounded on it. He posits that the phenomenon is not entirely extraterrestrial but rather a 'control system' that manipulates human consciousness. The article draws parallels between modern UFO encounters and medieval descriptions of angels and demons, suggesting these entities might be 'Artificial Intermediaries' (Als) developed by a higher intelligence. These Als, it is suggested, were created to act as communication links and have evolved to absorb and reflect human emotions, particularly negative ones. Potter discusses how these Als can influence human perception, historical trends, and even precipitate wars. He references ancient texts like the Book of Enoch and Sumerian Kharsag Epics, as well as the 'Fall' of the Old Testament, to support the idea of these beings operating from non-physical realms. The article emphasizes that the 'demonic' aspect is not necessarily Christian but encompasses the nature of these entities, which adapt their guises to fit contemporary cultural interpretations, such as the extraterrestrial hypothesis (ETH). The concept of a 'holistic frequency realm' and 'Morphic Resonant Fields' is introduced, suggesting that human thoughts, fantasies, and emotions are made manifest and utilized by an intelligence within this realm. The article concludes by stating that the UFO phenomenon is a reflection of Mankind's psyche and collective unconsciousness, manipulated by an intelligence that can shape-shift and disguise itself, acting as a 'front' for its activities. It suggests that the ETH is a simplistic explanation that fails to grasp the complexity of the phenomenon, which is deeply intertwined with human psychology and symbolism.

Article: THE GRAND DECEPTION - Closing Words to Robert France's 'The Shadow Of Man'

This section, by Clive Potter, offers closing thoughts on Robert France's 'The Shadow of Man', framing the overall scenario as a 'cosmic Grand Deception'. Potter suggests that this deception has operated at all levels of human culture, creating a diversity of beliefs and ideologies to bring understanding to the phenomenon's inherent irrationality and contradictions. Ufologists are seen as the latest in a line of students of this phenomenon, which has adapted into a technologically-oriented system, representing a step-up in a phenomenon that has plagued mankind for millennia. The article notes that while new hypotheses and research (like the Earthlights and plasma-vortex hypotheses) have provided solutions to some UFO reports, a significant amount of inexplicable data remains. It calls for a comprehensive framework to conceptualize this data and discover underlying linkages. The article critiques the dismissal of UFO data into categories like 'natural phenomena' or 'psychological processes', arguing that it represents a psychic and metaphysical, or paraphysical, phenomenon. It highlights the limitations of a purely materialist, scientific framework for understanding UFOs, suggesting a mythic and symbolic approach is necessary. The article posits that the phenomenon adapts to cultural interpretations and is linked to the human collective unconsciousness. It introduces the concept of an 'intelligent and plastic matrix' that can shape-shift and absorb human consciousness, manifesting as various entities like angels, spirits, demons, and alien intelligences. These 'Artificial Intermediaries' (Als), described as 'supreme masters of psychological warfare', are believed to have been responsible for instigating and manipulating the ET myth. The article suggests that these Als, originally created millennia ago to monitor and guide embryonic mankind, have absorbed human baser emotions and now manipulate humans by appealing to their innermost needs and fears. The 'Trojan Horse Effect' is mentioned as a key tactic, contributing to the continued popularity of the ETH despite its contradictions. The article contrasts the external origins of the phenomenon with its manifestation within the human psyche and social dynamics. It concludes by stating that a new paradigm is required to unlock the phenomenon, one that can see through the 'smokescreen of nonsense' and reveal the nature of the Als, urging a confrontation with what lies within the 'Shadow of Man'.

Article: ANATOMY OF A HOAX - The UFO Crash on the South African/Botswana Border By Cynthia Hind

This article by Cynthia Hind investigates an alleged UFO crash on the Botswana/South African border in May 1989. The report details 'official' South African Air Force (SAAF) documents that described a naval frigate picking up an unidentified flying object on radar, followed by scrambled Mirage F11G fighters. Squadron Leader Goosen allegedly fired a Thor 2 Laser Cannon at the object, causing it to crash. The craft was described as silvery, embedded in a crater, with intense heat and magnetic/radioactive fields. Two humanoids in grey suits reportedly emerged from a hatch and were subsequently taken to Wright-Patterson AFB. However, Hind meticulously deconstructs the story, pointing out numerous inconsistencies and errors in the provided documents. She notes incorrect spelling, the use of RAF ranks instead of SAAF, and logistical impossibilities. The article highlights that the alleged date of the crash (May 7th, 1989) was contradicted by a report of a fireball on May 7th, 1988. Hind also mentions a suspicious anonymous phone call received by UFO investigator Prier Wintle, warning him against assisting James Van Greunen, the alleged source of the documents. Van Greunen's subsequent disappearance and reported execution are also detailed. Ultimately, Hind concludes that the entire incident was a hoax, likely perpetrated by James Van Greunen, who had previously shown an interest in ufology. The article suggests that while Van Greunen may have been the primary hoaxer, the possibility of disinformation from S. African Intelligence cannot be entirely ruled out, especially given the 'Rendlesham Ruse' comparison made by the editor.

Article: High Strangeness in Brazil by Gordon Millington

This article details the testimony of Senor Antonio Villas-Boas concerning his abduction by a UFO crew on October 14th, 1957. Dr. Olavo Fontes, a respected South American ufologist and Professor of Medicine, recorded Villas-Boas's account. The article emphasizes the witness's credibility, describing him as intelligent, co-operative, and a healthy man who worked hard and was pursuing a correspondence course. Villas-Boas's story includes being buzzed by a brightly lit UFO while ploughing his farm, followed by his abduction aboard the craft. He was stripped, had blood taken, and was presented with a naked female with whom he had intercourse. He was then given a brief tour of the craft's exterior before it departed. The article notes that Villas-Boas tried to escape on his tractor, but the engine cut out and the lights died, a phenomenon now commonly associated with UFOs affecting electrical ignition systems. Upon his return, he found the battery lead disconnected. The article highlights several significant details: the cold temperature inside the UFO, a glowing red inscription, and the ufonauts' appearance. Villas-Boas described the ufonauts as wearing overalls with red badges and noted their animal-like growls. He also described a clock-like device with a peculiar marking at the 12 o'clock position, which he suspected was not functioning correctly. The witness reported experiencing unpleasant but temporary symptoms after the abduction, including excessive sleepiness, suggesting a post-abduction syndrome. The article draws parallels with later abduction reports, noting the consistency in minor details that lend credence to the case. It also discusses the topological paradox of UFOs often being larger inside than out and the phenomenon of 'missing time', suggesting that time may pass at a different rate aboard UFOs. The article mentions the case of Maurice Masse in France and Corporal Valdes in Chile as examples of similar time-related anomalies and stress effects.

Advertising and Contact Information

This section includes advertisements for UFO Times magazine rates, a 'Contact Corner' for meeting BUFORA members, and Brigantia Books, a seller of second-hand UFO titles. It also lists contact details for these entities.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue revolve around the nature of the UFO phenomenon, exploring its potential origins, the veracity of reported incidents, and the psychological and symbolic interpretations thereof. There is a clear editorial stance that questions the simplistic extraterrestrial hypothesis (ETH) and leans towards more complex explanations involving psychological manipulation, 'control systems', and potentially non-physical or metaphysical entities. The issue highlights the importance of critical analysis and the need to confront uncomfortable truths, as suggested by the titles 'The Grand Deception' and 'The Shadow of Man'. The investigation into the alleged South African UFO crash serves as a prime example of debunking a potential hoax, while the discussion of the 'demonic aspect' and the detailed analysis of the Villas-Boas case point towards a deeper, more complex understanding of UFO encounters beyond mere alien visitation. The editor's comments throughout the text often inject a skeptical yet open-minded perspective, encouraging readers to question information and consider alternative explanations.

Title: Skywatcher
Issue: March/April 1993
Editor: Gary Anthony

This issue of Skywatcher, published in March/April 1993, covers a range of topics including space news, planetary observations, UFO encounters, and Earth mysteries. The editor, Gary Anthony, is noted as being unwell, with an 'Ed.'s note' expressing hope for his speedy recovery and the timely production of future issues.

Space News

The lead story in 'Space News' focuses on the Galileo spaceprobe, which has encountered a technical setback with its main antenna jamming. NASA scientists have been attempting to resolve the issue by cycling the antenna's motor on and off, having performed this procedure over 13,000 times. Further attempts to un-jam the device will involve increasing the spacecraft's rotational rate. If these fail, a modified Jupiter mission might proceed using the probe's low-gain antenna. Galileo is currently 19 million miles from Earth and heading towards Jupiter, having used an Earth gravity-assist boost on December 8th.

The Planets

This section provides astronomical observations for March and April 1993:

• Venus: Brilliant in March, moving into the evening twilight, visible as a thin crescent on the 24th with the Moon nearby. In April, it becomes a morning object, rising around 03:30 by the end of the month, with the Moon near on the 19th.
• Mars: Moves eastwards in Gemini in March (mag. 0.5), with the Moon nearby on the 3rd and 31st. In April, it moves from Gemini to Cancer, slightly fading to mag. 0.7, with the Moon nearby on the 28th.
• Jupiter: Reaches opposition in Virgo on March 30th, visible most of the night (mag. -2.5), with the Moon near on the 10th. In April, it remains visible all night amongst Virgo stars, with the Moon near on the 6th.
• Saturn: May be visible in morning twilight by the end of March, with the Moon near on the 20th. In April, it is visible just before sunrise, with the Moon near on the 16th.

The issue also includes a table detailing the phases of the Moon for March and April 1993, and planetary quadrants (Right Ascension and Declination) for Venus, Mars, Jupiter, and Saturn.

Meteor Showers

Information on meteor showers is provided, including the Virginids (March 5 - April 2) and Lyrids (April 19 - April 24), with their maximum Zenithal Hourly Rate (ZHR) and radiant coordinates.

ET is not phoning home!

This article discusses NASA's radio scrutiny for intelligent ET signals, noting that so far, only natural emissions and terrestrial interference have been detected. The SETI (Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence) project has exceeded previous combined searches for ET by an estimated factor of 2 million. The project has two parts: a Sky Survey managed by JPL, which uses 34-metre antennas to monitor frequencies across the sky, and a Targeted search focusing on G-type stellar objects. While many signals have been detected and catalogued since October 12th, 1992, none have been confirmed as extraterrestrial.

Mirror, mirror in the sky!

This short piece reports on a Russian experiment where the Progress M-15 separated from the Mir space station, testing the process of reflecting sunlight onto Earth's surface. The aim is to potentially light up polar regions or disaster areas, though some astronomers have expressed concerns about light pollution.

Alien Encounters: High Strangeness in Brazil

This section, continuing from page 20, delves into alleged alien encounters in Brazil, specifically the Villas-Boas case. It suggests that the 'apparatus of helmets and gas injection' might have been a setup to create the impression that the ufonauts were extraterrestrials unable to breathe Earth's atmosphere, thus raising questions about fertility. The article describes the sexual encounter as differing little from normal human coitus, with the female entity's farewell gesture pointing to her uterus and then skywards, interpreted as indicating she would bear their child on another world. The text also references an eighteen-year-old, Jose Alvaro, who, under hypnosis, recalled an alleged abduction involving a silver-haired female entity and forced sexual contact. His mother reportedly had a premonitory dream about him fathering a child on another world. The article notes that such cases of sexual congress or genetic engineering are invoked to support the idea of contact with extraterrestrials, but questions the genetic compatibility if the aliens are truly from a different origin, drawing parallels to the biblical story of Genesis.

This extract is from the book 'Alien Encounters' by Gordon Millington.

MESSENGERS OF DESTINY: A FASCINATING VIDEO OF UFO ACTIVITY IN MEXICO

This is a promotional piece for a video titled 'Messengers of Destiny', produced by Ark Soundwaves. It describes an event on July 11th, 1991, during a total solar eclipse, where thousands witnessed a silvery disc-shaped object hovering and filmed it. This event is linked to ancient Mayan prophecies and marked the beginning of a significant wave of UFO activity in Mexico City. An international team of investigators followed UFO sightings to Mount Popocatepetl. The video is described as well-produced, thought-provoking, and the first in a series of over 40 videos.

UNDENIABLE EVIDENCE

Another promotional piece, this time for a video titled 'Undeniable Evidence', also by Ark Soundwaves and featuring researcher Colin Andrews. This video focuses on the crop circle phenomenon, including interviews with Andrews discussing the evolution of crop circles into elaborate pictograms, his personal thoughts, and conclusions. It also features experiences from landowners and farm workers, research into plant crystalline structure changes, and sounds produced in crop formations. The video is described as visually stunning and informative, with Colin Andrews having researched crop circles for over a decade.

Details for ordering both videos are provided, including prices and contact information for Ark Soundwaves in Glastonbury, Somerset.

TRAVEL AND EARTH MYSTERIES SOCIETY (TEMS)

This section details the Calendar of Events for TEMS in 1993:

• April 17th: Field trip to Strange Hertfordshire, visiting Scott's Grotto & Royston Cave.
• April 25th: Talk: 'THE BEST LEY IN SURREY' by Eileen Roche.
• May 22nd: Field trip to Hampshire, investigating a track of line near Winchester.
• May 15th/16th: ASSAP Conference in London.
• May 30th: Talk: 'BIG CAT SIGHTINGS' by Detective Constable Steve Ashcroft.

It also provides information on TEMS membership (£2-00 subscription), charges for lectures (£1-50), and its founding in January 1992 as a social and study group for paranormal and Earth Mysteries interests. TEMS is affiliated with national groups like ASSAP, BUFORA, and CCCS. The inspiration for TEMS came from a BUFORA International Conference in August 1991. The society has organized various events, including field trips and talks on topics ranging from Atlantis to UFOs.

Contact details for Lionel, Ann, and Barbara are provided for further information.

UFO BOOKS FOR SALE

This extensive list offers a wide range of UFO-related books for sale, categorized into 'Popular Paperbacks' and 'Quality Paperbacks', as well as 'Hardbacks'. Titles cover various aspects of ufology, including alien liaisons, abductions, conspiracies, encyclopedias, and specific cases like Rendlesham Forest and Mothman. Prices are listed in pounds sterling, and international orders are accepted with additional postage costs. Contact information for Lionel Beer (Spacelink Books) and John Spencer (for The UFO Encyclopedia) is provided.

WANTED. Names and addresses of active UFO groups and/or UFO publications

Philip Mantle is compiling a directory of UFO groups and publications worldwide and requests details from anyone involved in such activities.

BUFORA PUBLICATIONS

This section lists books and magazines available from BUFORA Publications. Books include 'Flying Saucers - Serious Business', 'UFOs Global View', and 'UFO Encyclopedia'. Magazines listed are 'BUFOA Journal', 'BUFORA Bulletin', 'JTAP', and 'UFO Times'. Prices are given in both pounds sterling and US dollars. Unbound photocopies of various publications, such as 'Mystery of the Circles' and 'UFO World '87', are also available. Ordering information for BUFORA (Pubs) is provided. Additionally, information on purchasing BUFORA binders is included.

Readers Write

This section contains correspondence from readers:

• A letter from Lionel Beer congratulates the editor on the 'Contingency Issue' and expresses anticipation for future content, suggesting the need for a proofreader.
• Lionel Beer also thanks Richard Colborne for his assistance at a BUFORA/SIGAP meeting. He mentions his talk on the historical aspects of ufology was well-received and notes the presence of familiar faces from the sixties. He also mentions that SIGAP has re-established its magazine, PEGASUS.
• A note announces a new investigator for BUFORA (Ireland): Paul John, with contact details provided.
• BUFORA (IRELAND) is described as the only genuine UFO organisation in Ireland, providing contact information for Pat Delaney and Anne Griffin for those who have experienced UFO/paranormal events.

UFO REVIEW

This section announces a one-hour VHS tape called 'UFO Review - The Researchers', produced by DMP in association with BUFORA. It features interviews with leading UFO researchers and is available for purchase.

DIARY

This section lists upcoming events:

• June 5th, 1993: Witness Support Group Meeting and a lecture titled 'THE EXTRA-TERRESTRIAL ORIGIN OF CONSCIOUSNESS' by Caroline Thomas.
• September 4th, 1993 onwards: Witness Support Group meeting and a London lecture at the London Business School.

Information on BUFORA London lectures, including venue, times, and entrance fees, is provided. The section also includes details for submitting events for free publicity.

UFOCALL

This is a promotional section for 'UFOCALL', a telephone service edited and presented by Jenny Randles, offering UFO news, cases, research, and book reviews. Call costs are detailed.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently covers UFO sightings, alleged alien encounters, and related phenomena, with a strong emphasis on research and investigation. There's a clear interest in historical cases (Villas-Boas, Jose Alvaro) and contemporary UFO activity (Mexico, crop circles). The inclusion of various organizations like BUFORA, TEMS, and ASSAP, along with book and video promotions, suggests a community-focused approach. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry into UFO phenomena, while also acknowledging skeptical viewpoints (Philip Klass) and practical aspects like event organization and publication sales. The magazine serves as a hub for UFO enthusiasts, providing news, research findings, and opportunities for engagement.