CAUS Bulletin - No 08

Magazine Overview

Title: CAUS BULLETIN
Issue: #8
Date: June 1987
Editors: L. Fawcett & B. Greenwood

This issue of the CAUS Bulletin focuses on government secrecy surrounding UFO phenomena, particularly concerning 'Project Aquarius' and the implications of classified information agreements for witnesses.

The Aquarius See-Saw

The bulletin begins by revisiting the release of letters from the NSA to Senators John Glenn and Pete Domenici, which seemed to affirm the existence of an Air Force project named 'Aquarius' dealing with UFOs, and also an NSA project with the same name. However, upon inquiry, an NSA representative explained that their mention of an Air Force project was based on public inquiries, not internal information, and that their 'Aquarius' project had no relation to UFOs. The editors suggest this could be a slip-up or poor communication, with further details on 'Aquarius' promised in the 'Just Cause' section.

Notes

The 'Notes' section covers several points:

• Colorado Sightings: The bulletin reports on UFO sightings that occurred over two nights in mid-May in Colorado. It was stated that NORAD had confirmed these sightings, but no media coverage was found. Readers are asked to supply any relevant clippings.
• JAL/Alaskan Incident: The publication intends to cover the JAL/Alaskan incident once the MJ-12 matter has subsided. The bulletin notes that they possess the FAA file for this incident and offer advice on purchasing files from the FAA. They recommend selecting photo sets (preferably color) and using printed transcripts instead of tapes to reduce costs significantly, aiming for under $20 for essential information, compared to the FAA's $194.30 package.
• HUMCAT Files: The joint CAUS/Mass. MUFON files in Stoneham, Massachusetts, now include the collected HUMCAT files of Ted Bloecher, a retired UFOlogist. These files, contained in approximately ten boxes, are described as an extensive collection of raw material on humanoid reports spanning decades. Serious researchers seeking non-confidential data are directed to write to a specific post office box in Stoneham.

Secrecy Form Revealed

This section highlights the use of 'secrecy forms' by the military to prevent UFO witnesses from discussing their experiences. The bulletin reproduces a copy of a 'Classified Information Nondisclosure Agreement' (SF-189) from a Department of Defense pamphlet. Several military UFO witnesses reportedly confirmed the language and format of this agreement. The text emphasizes the 'threatening nature' of the language and explains why witnesses might fear discussing UFO sightings after signing such a document. The bulletin suggests that discussing a UFO sighting after signing this paper would be difficult.

The reproduced SF-189 agreement outlines the obligations of an individual granted access to classified information. It details that classified information is defined by Executive Order 12358 or similar statutes, and that unauthorized disclosure can cause irreparable injury to the U.S. or benefit foreign nations. The agreement states that any breach may lead to termination of security clearances, employment, and potential prosecution under U.S. criminal laws, including specific sections of Title 18 and Title 50 of the U.S. Code, and the Intelligence Identities Protection Act of 1992. It also includes clauses about assigning royalties from unauthorized disclosures to the U.S. Government and the government's right to seek court orders to prevent disclosure. The agreement asserts that all information remains the property of the U.S. Government, and individuals must return all materials upon demand. It also notes that all provisions are severable and that the individual has read and understood the agreement, with questions answered to their satisfaction. The form includes fields for signature, date, social security number, and organization, along with a witness section. A notice explains that the Social Security Number is solicited under Executive Order 9397 for identification purposes related to access certifications and terminations.

Executive Correspondence: Project Aquarius

A document titled 'TOP SECRET EXECUTIVE CORRESPONDENCE' is presented, with the subject listed as 'PROJECT AQUARIUS <T-S>'. It includes an 'ATTENTION' note stating, 'THIS DOCUMENT WAS PREPARED. DY. MJ12. MJ12 IS SOLELY RESPONSIBLE FOR THE SUBJECT MATTER.'

Memorandum for General Twining

Another document, a 'MEMORANDUM FOR GENERAL TWINING' dated July 14, 1954, from ROBERT CUTLER, Special Assistant to the President, is included. The subject is 'NCC/MJ-12 Special Studies Project'. It informs General Twining that the President has decided the MJ-12 SSP briefing should take place during the already scheduled White House meeting of July 16, instead of following it as previously intended. More precise arrangements will be explained upon arrival, and General Twining's concurrence is assumed. This memo is stamped 'COPY' and originates from 'THE NATIONAL ARCHIVES', Record Group NO. RQ 341, Records of Headquarters United States Air Force. It is marked 'TOP SECRET RESTRICTED SECURITY INFORMATION' and has an authority stamp indicating 'ND 85013' with a date of '1/14/87'.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue revolve around government secrecy, the classification of information related to UFOs, and the efforts of organizations like CAUS to uncover and disseminate such information. The editorial stance appears to be one of skepticism towards official explanations, a belief that significant UFO-related information is being deliberately withheld, and a commitment to providing members with access to documents and data, even if it requires navigating bureaucratic hurdles. The bulletin actively encourages reader participation by requesting information and offering resources for accessing investigative materials.