BUFORA Ireland Branch Journal - vol 1 no 1

Magazine Overview

This is the first issue of the BUFORA (Ireland) Branch Journal, published in January/April 1993. It is the inaugural publication from the Irish branch of BUFORA, aiming to become the definitive Irish UFO Journal. The issue is described as being 'a little on the slim side' but promises a more substantial second issue.

Directors and Editorial

The Directors of BUFORA (Ireland) Branch are Pat Delaney (A.C.I.) and Anne Griffin (A.C.I.). The Public Relations Officer and Editor is Karl Morris. The editorial, written by Karl Morris, expresses excitement about launching the journal and highlights the challenges faced in establishing the branch. It emphasizes the aim to publish Irish sightings, promote the UFO phenomenon in Ireland, and inform readers about world events, while also fighting against secrecy regarding UFO cover-ups. The editorial encourages readers, including sceptics, to approach the subject with an open mind.

Key Articles and Features

The 500 Year Old Alien

This article reports on a story from an American newspaper dated April 21, 1992, detailing the alleged capture of an alien after its spaceship landed on a U.S. Navy Aircraft Carrier on August 12, 1991. The alien, described as looking like a child of about three to four years old, claims to be five hundred years old. The article discusses the possibility of extraterrestrial visitors and questions the motives of the U.S. Government and Military if the story were fabricated. It mentions a highly placed CIA source who allegedly risked their career to leak the story. The alien reportedly stated it was from Planet Binar in the Andromeda Galaxy, is three feet tall, aged 500 years, speaks all Earth languages, and has unusual eating habits. The article also touches upon a potential meeting with then-U.S. President George Bush and a prediction by Nostradamus about alien appearances in May 1993. The authors express fascination with the alien's self-disclosure but wonder why its name was not revealed. The article concludes by questioning if extraterrestrials are beginning to make contact.

Case File - 500 Year Old Alien (Continued)

This section continues the discussion on the '500 Year Old Alien' case, posing questions about whether the alien is still held in a secret facility, its treatment, and its potential use in U.S. Wargames. It speculates whether the alien might share knowledge about health and longevity. The section also includes an 'Alien Gallery' with images related to Area 51, including a logo for a bar and restaurant called 'Little Ale Inn' and a message stating 'We Love Our Military'. It encourages readers to send in unusual photos.

The Orange Ball Sightings

This report, by Pat Delaney and Anne Griffin, details two sightings by a witness referred to as 'M'. The first sighting occurred in October 1971 when 'M', aged 17, and friends saw a bright orange ball moving slowly from West to East near Clonsilla, Co. Dublin. 'M' later connected this sighting to a newspaper report about a huge red ball observed by an Aer Lingus Pilot. The second sighting happened in 1977 near the Sliabh Na Mon Mountains in South Tipperary, where 'M' observed a red light that turned white and disappeared upwards. The report also mentions mysterious explosions heard in Co. Tipperary and other unexplained lights in the sky.

Reviews

Alien Liaison by Timothy Good (Reviewed by Karl Morris)

Karl Morris reviews Timothy Good's book 'Alien Liaison', finding it to be a well-written and researched work that provides evidence of UFO recovery, test flights, and alien bodies. The review highlights the book's examination of cattle mutilations, a 'Colorado Breakthrough' case, the international connection to alien beings, and the Roswell Incident. It particularly praises the section on Robert Lazar, who claims to have worked on alien propulsion units at the Top Secret S-4 area in Nevada. Morris rates the book 9/10 and expresses a desire for more information on the S-4 site and a video of the Robert Lazar interview.

BUFORA (Ireland) Branch Information

About BUFORA Ireland

This section provides background on BUFORA, founded in England in 1962 as a federation of UFO groups. It traces its history from the British Flying Saucer Bureau (1952) to the British UFO Association and finally to the British UFO Research Association (BUFORA). BUFORA Ireland was formed in 1989 under Pat Delaney and Anne Griffin and became affiliated with BUFORA England in April 1992. The branch is registered under the Data Protection Act, and membership records are kept confidential. Membership is open to those who support the association's aims, which include conducting scientific research, collecting and disseminating UFO evidence, and coordinating UFO research globally.

Application Form

A membership application form is included, requesting personal details, information on how the applicant learned of BUFORA, and areas of assistance they can offer (e.g., Administration, Field Investigation, Translation). The membership fee is £18.00 per year, with an option for 3 monthly payments of £6.00. Payment is to be made by Bank Draft or Cheque.

HO Postal Address

The headquarters postal address for BUFORA (Ireland) Branch is P.O. Box 3070, Whitehall, Dublin 9, Eire.

Contact for Contributions

Submissions for the journal can be typed or written and should be sent to Karl Morris (P.R.O.) at 34 Aravon Court, Meath Road, Bray, Co. Wicklow, Eire. Submissions can also be provided on 3.5" MS-DOS disks or Atari ST/Amiga disks in ASCII format.

UFO Report Disk Magazine

This section announces a forthcoming quarterly disk magazine for the Commodore Amiga, offering UFO reports, case studies, and UFO photos. Interested individuals are directed to write to the Journal's Editor for more information.

The Back Page

This section previews content for the next issue, including a case report on 'The Mysterious man of Crumlin', Irish and international news, and a potential letters page. It also lists recommended publications for those interested in the UFO phenomenon, such as 'Phenomenon' by John Spencer, 'Communion/Transformation' by Whitley Strieber, 'Sky Crash' by Randles/Street/Butler, 'Above Top Secret' and 'Alien Liaison' by Timothy Good, and 'Flying Saucers - Serious Business' by Frank Edwards. The section encourages readers to submit book reviews and news items.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue revolve around UFO phenomena, alien encounters, and paranormal events, with a particular focus on cases originating from or relevant to Ireland. There is a strong emphasis on promoting UFO research and disseminating information, challenging scepticism, and advocating for transparency regarding government secrecy on UFOs. The editorial stance is open-minded, encouraging investigation and discussion of these topics. The journal positions itself as a platform for sharing sightings, research, and reviews within the UFO community in Ireland and beyond.