Canadian UFO Report - vol 4 no 5 - 1977

Magazine Overview

Title: CANADIAN UFO REPORT
Issue: Vol 4, No. 5
Date: Fall-Winter, 1977
Publisher: John Magor
Country: Canada
ISSN: 0008-5243

This issue of Canadian UFO Report presents a collection of intriguing accounts and investigations into UFO phenomena, with a focus on sightings and physical evidence from Canada and Brazil. The cover features a striking image of a cratered surface, possibly the moon, and poses the question, "Have lunar strip-miners been here?", directing readers to pages 13-16.

Editor's Introduction: Our Friends Are Strangers

The editorial piece, "Our Friends Are Strangers," begins by musing on the seemingly illogical behavior of UFO visitors, questioning their motives for actions like playing pranks or being both secretive and conspicuous. It highlights a recent instance where visitors appeared to act more logically, coinciding with the closure of a mercury mine in northern British Columbia. The editor recounts a trip to investigate this area, noting that shortly before their arrival, a "performance in miniature aircraft" had occurred. The editor expresses a desire to understand these visitors but cautions against anthropomorphizing them, pondering why they would wait for a mine to close before showing interest.

Contents Overview

The issue includes a diverse range of articles:

• Tiny Squadron Flies Past: Reports on sightings of small, fast-moving aerial craft near Fort St. James, B.C., potentially linked to the closure of a mercury mine.
• Flying 'Diamonds': An account by Graham Conway detailing a sighting of intensely bright, zigzagging lights by Tom Michaud near Haney, B.C.
• Matching Cases: Compares Tom Michaud's experience with that of Brent Herbert in Banff, Alberta, both reporting a feeling of being watched and seeing diamond-shaped objects.
• Strange Markings: An investigation by John Brent Musgrave into unusual physical traces found in Alberta.
• How a 'Wave' Develops: Irene Granchi details a series of UFO sightings in Brazil during May 1977, suggesting a 'wave' of activity.
• 'Bell-Jar' Again: A report on unusual photos taken in Santarem, Brazil, showing a white UFO-like form and a dark streak.
• Mystery in Park: A brief mention of an incident.
• Birth of Planets: A brief mention.
• Soviet Stunner: A brief mention.
• Moon Steered into Orbit?: A brief mention.
• Moon in Pictures: Likely related to the cover story, pages 13-16.
• You and Me: A brief mention.
• UN to Discuss UFO's: A brief mention.
• The Pattern: A brief mention.
• Mars: A brief mention.
• For Your Bookshelf: A section for book reviews.
• Letters: A section for reader correspondence.

Tiny Squadron Flies Past

This article expands on Shelley Hallock's report of numerous aerial sightings around Fort St. James, B.C. Hallock suggests a correlation between these sightings and the closure of a mercury mine at Pinchi Lake in the fall of 1975, noting an increase in hovering objects since then. The author and companions visited the area and spoke with witnesses. Irwin Hamilton and John Lavoie reported seeing a formation of miniature jets, described as having a wingspread of about five feet, flying at high speed and disappearing near the inactive mine. They described the craft as triangular-shaped, dark, metallic, and pointed, with no visible tail assembly or cockpit. The objects were estimated to be flying at 400-500 feet and covered a distance of three to four miles in seconds, suggesting speeds close to 4,000 m.p.h. They were heard before being seen, making a 'swishing' sound. The article also references similar sightings of miniature delta-wing aircraft reported previously, including one by Joanne Hammond in the Rocky Mountain Trench and another by William Hertzke in Alberta.

Flying 'Diamonds'

Written by Graham Conway, this section details the experience of Tom Michaud, a 37-year-old truck driver near Haney, B.C., on August 23, 1977. Michaud reported seeing three intensely bright lights zigzagging in the air. He observed one object ejecting a red laser-type beam towards the ground multiple times. The object, described as brilliant and the size of a pea, was estimated to be 500 feet up and less than a quarter-mile away. Michaud felt a sense of being watched and experienced a compulsion to return to the site the following two nights. His account is compared to that of Brent Herbert, who also felt a sense of being watched and saw a diamond-shaped object in Banff National Park in 1974.

Matching Cases

This section draws parallels between Tom Michaud's sighting of a mesmerizing diamond-shaped object and Brent Herbert's experience. Herbert, on holiday in Banff, felt inexplicably drawn to look up and saw a stationary 'star' that began to move. He had the uncanny feeling the object could read his thoughts. Herbert's sketch of the object resembled a diamond. The article notes a third similar case on record involving a mesmerizing flying 'diamond'. It also references a sighting from December 1968 where two young men saw a large, four-pointed diamond-shaped object that seemed to urge them to come aboard.

Strange Markings

Authored by John Brent Musgrave, this report discusses physical trace evidence associated with UFO events. It introduces Ted Phillip's physical trace catalogue and discusses the challenges of verifying such evidence, noting that many entries are simply unusual burnt areas or markings. The article presents a case from Alberta, discovered on June 21, where a farmer found three dug-up trenches in a Y-shape pattern in a barley field. The trenches, about 2-4 inches in diameter and 56 inches long, radiated from a central point and dipped below the surface. The soil around the legs was honeycombed. The Y's base pointed south of east, and the arms were at a 90-degree angle. The plants near the site were yellowed and brown. A 'shiny object' was reportedly seen in the field days before the markings were discovered.

How a 'Wave' Develops

Irene Granchi reports on a series of UFO sightings in Brazil during May 1977, suggesting a 'wave' of activity. The report begins with Dr. Alfredo de Lemos' sighting on May 8 near Rio de Janeiro, where he saw a large yellow sphere that grew, turned golden, and then disappeared, followed by four more objects. The same day, Luis Carlos Correa Santos and bus passengers witnessed a large star emitting smaller objects that moved in different directions. D. Maria de Souza Pereira reported seeing a silver-grey object with a spinning dome and windows emitting yellow beams of light. On May 15, Mrs. Isobel Tobler observed a motionless dark, module-shaped object. D. Lisette Silva Dias Guimares and others saw two lights and a red UFO. The sightings occurred over several days and involved various descriptions of aerial objects.

'Bell-Jar' Again

This section details a report from Irene Granchi concerning photos taken in Santarem, Brazil. Carlos Alves da Cunha took photos, two of which showed a white UFO-like form with a misty tail and a dark streak with a definite pattern. The photos were sent to CUFOR for analysis. The article mentions that nothing strange was observed when the pictures were taken.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

This issue of Canadian UFO Report consistently explores the mysterious nature of UFO phenomena, emphasizing the importance of detailed witness accounts and physical evidence. Recurring themes include the unusual behavior and apparent illogicality of UFO occupants, the similarity of reported craft to terrestrial aircraft (like miniature jets or delta-wing designs), and the presence of physical traces such as strange markings. The magazine appears to maintain an investigative and open-minded stance, presenting various cases for reader consideration without definitive conclusions, encouraging the exchange of information to better understand these phenomena. The editorial stance leans towards acknowledging the reality of these events and the need for further study, as evidenced by the detailed reporting and the call for a more comprehensive understanding of what might be happening in our skies.

This issue of Flying Saucer Review, Volume 23, Number 3, published in 1977, features a cover story questioning whether the Moon was "Steered Into Orbit Around Our World?" and a "Report From U.S.A." detailing a "Mystery In Montana Park." The magazine delves into various aspects of UFOlogy, including photographic evidence, astronomical theories, and potential psychic or technological influences.

Report From U.S.A.: Mystery In Montana Park

This section details a series of unexplained events that occurred in March in Lone Pine State Park, Montana, as reported by Betty Jones. Witnesses reported beeping noises, glowing disembodied 'eyes' at night, unexplained flashes, and balls of light. A local group investigated these phenomena without success. Mrs. Jones, a volunteer investigator, took pictures of aerial night-lights. Police also took a serious interest, noting the area is skirted by a power line. A low-level sighting over the highway was also reported, with two additional witnesses confirming a similar sighting from the highway around the same time. The strange activity reportedly lasted for about one week.

The Moon Was Steered Into Orbit Around Our World?

By Don Wilson, this article explores the phenomenon of solar eclipses and questions the natural origin of the Moon's orbit. It highlights that the Sun and Moon appear to be the same disc size from Earth, despite their vastly different actual sizes and distances. The author cites Soviet scientists Michael Vasin and Alexander Scherbakov, who theorize that the Moon is a massive, hollowed-out 'spaceship' that was deliberately "steered" into orbit around Earth. This theory is presented as an explanation for the Moon's precise placement and the undisturbed nature of its craters, which have existed for billions of years. The article suggests that this "spaceship" world may have been created by a super intelligence or civilization. The evidence gathered by Soviet investigators, detailed in the book "Our Mysterious Spaceship Moon," indicates the Moon has a metal shell beneath its crust.

Soviet Stunner

This report, based on UPI and Tass dispatches from Moscow, describes a strange moving ball of light sighted over Petrozavodsk in Soviet Karelia on September 20, 1977, around the same time a similar phenomenon was observed over neighboring Finland. The Tass agency reported that a "huge star suddenly flashed out of a dark sky, sending shafts of light impulses to earth." The object was described as moving slowly and spreading like a jellyfish, stopping and hovering over the city with numerous light rays. After about 10 to 12 minutes, it turned into a bright semicircle and moved towards Onega Lake. Reports from Helsinki also mentioned a bright ball of fire. Speculation included a Soviet rocket ship burning up. Yuri Gromov, director of the Petrozavodsk meteorological observatory, stated that no technical experiments were underway and there was no unusual weather, noting that such phenomena had never been registered before in Karelia.

The Birth Of The Planets

By Gregory M. Kanon, this article discusses William F. Dawson's controversial 1955 theory about the origin of the solar system. Dawson proposed that Earth originated from the asteroid belt, formed from the breakup of a previously existing world that contained geological strata and organisms. He theorized that dinosaurs were wiped out on this parent world before it broke apart. The theory suggests this world entered a space cloud, iced over, and then, as it approached the solar system, gas masses were stripped off to form the outer planets, while larger debris formed the inner planets. Dawson also speculated that the formation of planets might have been guided by a super intelligence or civilization that caused the breakup to create new worlds and populate them with life. He predicted that manned expeditions to Mars or Venus would find fossils identical to those found on Earth.

Who Is At Work Up There?

This section presents a selection of NASA lunar pictures, suggested by Graham Conway, which are interpreted as possible evidence of alien activity. The cover photo, an unnamed crater on the far side of the Moon, is described with NASA noting its floor is "much smoother than typical farside terrain" with pronounced "swirl" deposits, resembling strip-mining operations. Grooves in the rim add to the impression of "men at work." Other images show formations on the Moon, such as maria bordered by features resembling roads and bridges, and areas with patterns resembling roads that follow canyons. One image of Kepler Crater highlights a smooth rectangle topped by a cross-like structure, estimated to be four miles long, with other squared-off structures visible. Another view of Lobachevsky Crater shows an unexplained stream of light flowing over the rim, speculated to be a band of pure energy. Tall spires on the lunar surface are also noted as raising questions of alien design.

You and Me

By Brinsley Le Poer Trench, this article explores the concept of the hollow earth and the potential use of advanced technology by beings within it, referencing the work of Richard Shaver and his 'Telaug' machine. Recent experiments at Cornell University are cited to show that humans and animals are sensitive to electromagnetic radiation, which can directly stimulate the brain and bypass the auditory system. The article posits that the brain acts as an electromagnetic receiver and transmitter, and that devices could amplify these signals for long-distance reception, suggesting that ufonauts might be able to locate brain waves and transmit complex images, possibly through a form of telepathy based on technology.

Gordon Creighton is quoted from "Flying Saucer Review" expressing concern about UFO entities potentially controlling minds and contributing to societal decay. The article also discusses 'vision rays' that can penetrate rock and project three-dimensional images, akin to holograms. Examples include George Adamski's description of Venusian scenes projected on board a spaceship and two similar UFO sightings in France that may have involved laser holograms. The 'Miracle of Fatima' event is also discussed, with its visual phenomena being compared to a technologically induced hologram or hallucination.

The article concludes by sharing R.L. Dione's similar conclusions about the Lady of Fatima's visitations being technologically induced, possibly through a laser beam hologram. The author expresses concern that entities from elsewhere might be probing and controlling subconscious minds through electromagnetic radiation, potentially leading to destruction.

UN To Discuss UFOs

A brief news item reports that the United Nations agenda included the topic of "flying saucers" following a proposal by the prime minister of Grenada, Sir Eric Gairy, who wants the UN to establish a special agency for research into unidentified flying objects.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are the investigation of unexplained aerial phenomena (UFOs), the questioning of conventional scientific explanations for celestial bodies like the Moon, and the exploration of advanced or extraterrestrial technologies and their potential influence on humanity. The magazine's stance appears to be one of open inquiry into these subjects, presenting theories and evidence that challenge mainstream scientific and historical narratives. There is a consistent focus on potential extraterrestrial or unknown intelligence influencing events on Earth and in space, with a particular emphasis on the possibility of technological manipulation, mind control, and artificial constructs in space.

This issue of the Canadian UFO Report, dated May 1977, features a cover story on the possibility of life on Mars titled "MARS: Land Of Fog Eaters And Crystophages?" by Franklin R. Ruehl, Jr. The magazine also includes articles on UFO encounters, psychic phenomena, and book reviews.

The Pattern: UFO Encounters and Extraterrestrial Programs

Beatrice M. Zimmer's article, "The Pattern," explores the nature of UFO encounters, suggesting they are not random but part of a larger, purposeful program. Zimmer posits that encounters begin with the percipient becoming aware of an unknown force through sounds, lights, or unusual feelings. The response of the individual—whether to panic or to approach with reason—significantly influences the encounter's progression. Positive responses may lead to communication or even being taken aboard a craft, while fear-based reactions often terminate the encounter.

Zimmer references Frank Edwards' seven-phase program for future human exploration of the cosmos, suggesting a similar phased approach by extraterrestrial visitors for understanding Earth. This includes initial observation, testing capabilities, close approaches, landings for specimens, and eventually, open contact if deemed safe.

Several cases are presented to illustrate this pattern:

• Bill Pecha (September 10, 1976): Observed a large circular craft hovering nearby, prompting his family to flee to the sheriff's office. This is presented as an instance where fear led to flight.
• Katsuhiro Yama and Masato Kohno (February 23, 1975): Approached a landed disc-shaped object and encountered a humanoid. Although they fled in panic, the encounter demonstrated that reason could control fear.
• Iranian Air Force incident (September 18, 1976): Phantom jets pursued an unidentified object, but their weapons failed, suggesting a demonstration of the futility of hostility and the need for a rational approach.
• Nurse Kendall (New Year's morning, 1970): Observed a luminous circular object with figures inside. Her curiosity led her to observe intently, and the object responded, indicating a possible program to acquire data and reduce fear.

Zimmer also discusses the forced encounters of Betty and Barney Hill, and Patrolman Schirmer, where flight and hostility were prevented by mental control, emphasizing the visitors' intent to demonstrate that fear is unnecessary and to encourage a search for knowledge.

The article concludes that direct confrontation and a rational approach are necessary to define the nature and purpose of these encounters, regardless of the observers' origin (higher dimensions, future descendants, extraterrestrials, etc.). Evidence suggests a well-planned program with a specific goal.

Mars: Land Of Fog Eaters And Crystophages?

Franklin R. Ruehl, Jr.'s two-part article (this being the second part) examines the results of the Viking mission's experiments designed to detect life on Mars. The Pyrolytic Release Experiment incubated Martian soil with radioactive carbon dioxide. A surprisingly high count of 96 counts per minute was detected, far exceeding comparable rates from Antarctica. A second trial yielded 35 counts per minute.

The Labelled Release Experiment tested metabolic activity in soil moistened with organic compounds. When a radioactive nutrient was introduced, the radioactive CO2 count shot up dramatically to 4537 counts per minute within 9.3 hours, reaching about 8500 before leveling off. This indicated that Martian microorganisms were highly active, possibly more so than terrestrial ones.

Ruehl notes that some biochemists speculated that the results might not be conventional biological or chemical reactions known on Earth, given Mars' different environment. Despite NASA's generally negative evaluation of the Viking biology experiments, exobiologists conceded that the Labelled Release Experiment yielded strong signs of Martian biological activity.

Ruehl also discusses the Gas Exchange Experiment, which monitored gas production or uptake in Martian soil. In the first stage, with only water vapor, no significant activity was noted. In the second stage, with a complex nutrient mixture, a 15-fold increase in oxygen was reported, along with a 30% rise later. Similar results were seen with an under-the-rock specimen.

While acknowledging potential drawbacks and the