CERPI - no 16 - avril 1978

Magazine Overview

This document is the 16th issue of CERPI, a French bimonthly magazine focused on unexplained phenomena, published in April 1978. The magazine is based in Saintes, France, and covers a range of topics including ufology, astronomy, parapsychology, and archaeology. The cover prominently features the CERPI logo and a central illustration depicting a UFO, extraterrestrial figures, and celestial bodies, surrounded by thematic labels such as 'UFOLOGIE', 'PARAPSYCHOLOGIE', 'ARCHEOLOGIE', and 'ENIGMES'. The price for this issue is 5 French Francs.

Editorial

The editorial, written by Claude SOURIS, discusses the ongoing need for competent investigators for UFO reports. CERPI is organizing a seminar for new and existing investigators to improve their skills and establish standardized reporting procedures for better European coordination. The editorial highlights collaborations with GEPAN (directed by Claude POHER of CNES), CERPI Belgium (formerly Ouranos), and CUFOS (directed by Allen HYNECK in the USA), with whom CERPI is in talks to become their representative for the Charentes region. A quote from Zeno of Elea emphasizes the importance of listening more than speaking for investigators.

Seminar for Investigators

An announcement details an upcoming seminar for UFO investigators, to be held on a Saturday from 9 AM to 4 PM at a local restaurant. The only cost for participants will be the meal. Interested individuals are asked to contact Claude SOURIS. Conditions for becoming a CERPI investigator include active membership for three months, completing three supervised investigations, and optional participation in seminars or UFO observation nights. The bureau reserves the right to accept candidates based on their decision.

Publications Received

The magazine acknowledges receipt of several other publications, including 'VAUCLUSE UFOLOGIE n°7', 'GANYMEDE n°4', 'CERPI UFO n°3', 'LES EXTRA-TERRESTRES n°5 et n°6', 'LIMITES ? n°2', and 'GROUPEMENT NORDISTE D'ETUDES O.V.N.I. n°4'.

Astronomy: Jupiter

This section provides detailed information about the planet Jupiter. It describes Jupiter as the fifth planet in the solar system, named after the Roman king of the gods. Key characteristics include its equatorial diameter (142,880 km), polar diameter (133,200 km), mass (318.5 times Earth's), density (1.34 relative to water), and surface gravity (2.6 times Earth's). Its orbital period is 11 years, 10 months, and 17 days, while its rotation period is a rapid 9 hours and 50 minutes. The article notes Jupiter's slight axial tilt (3°) and its prominent Great Red Spot, a storm about 40,000 km long and 15,000 km wide, observed since 1664. Jupiter's atmosphere is composed of hydrogen, helium, nitrogen, methane, and ammonia. The article also lists 13 known satellites of Jupiter, including the four discovered by Galileo in 1610 (Io, Europa, Ganymede, Callisto) and the one discovered by Bernard in 1892. It highlights Io as having a thin atmosphere, about 10^14 times less dense than Earth's.

Cosmography: The Sun

This article discusses the apparent annual movement of the Sun across the celestial sphere. It explains concepts like the ecliptic and how the Sun's position changes relative to constellations. The article details how the Sun's right ascension increases by approximately one degree per sidereal day, and its declination varies throughout the year, affecting its height at noon. A table summarizes the Sun's declination on key dates: March 21st (0°), June 21st (23°27' North), September 23rd (0°), and December 21st (23°27' South).

CERPI Sticker

The magazine announces a new print run of its CERPI sticker and encourages readers to help with its diffusion. The sticker's symbolism is explained: Part 1 represents mysterious archaeology (Easter Island statues), Part 2 signifies the arrival of extraterrestrials on Earth, and Part 3 depicts humanity's attempt to communicate with them, referencing the Pioneer 10 plaque launched in 1972. The sticker costs 4 Francs.

Investigations C.E.R.P.I.

Two detailed UFO investigation reports from July 1976 in the Charente-Maritime region are presented:

1. Saintes, n° 26: On July 17, 1976, at 0:16 AM, Mr. Michel GRENOT reported seeing an oval, immobile object of yellow-orange color, about 15-20 meters in diameter, hovering about 20 meters above the ground near the Pont de Saintonge. The object ascended vertically without noise.
2. Rétaud, n° 20: On July 21, 1976, at 2:15 AM, Mr. Jean-Louis PROSPER observed a luminous object, described as pale yellow-orange, oval-shaped, and approximately the apparent diameter of the moon. While observing the object, his car's headlights suddenly went out. Upon investigation, the fuse protecting the headlights was found to be blown. The witness reported this incident to the Gendarmerie of Saintes.

Other Sections

The issue also includes a section on 'Parapsychology' discussing a seminar on brain rhythms, a 'Lu pour vous' (Read for you) section reviewing 'Le Triangle des Bermudes et les O.V.N.I.', and a mention of 'La F.A.C.E.L.' and a crossword puzzle.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are ufology, astronomy, and the investigation of unexplained phenomena. CERPI positions itself as a center for research and study, actively seeking to document and analyze UFO sightings and related topics. The editorial stance emphasizes the need for rigorous investigation, collaboration among different groups, and the importance of competent, well-trained investigators. The magazine also shows an interest in broader mysteries, including archaeology and parapsychology, as evidenced by the sticker's symbolism and the reviewed books.

This issue of "Le Triangle des Bermudes et les O.V.N.I." (The Bermuda Triangle and UFOs) focuses on UFO sightings, extraterrestrial encounters, and related phenomena. The magazine appears to be a French publication from the 1970s, with articles detailing specific cases and broader theories.

Case 1: Romegoux Sighting (January 20, 1978)

This section details an observation by three women, Mme Michèle GIRARD, her sister, and a friend, on January 20, 1978, at 7:30 PM, between La Liotère and La Renaudière in the commune of ROMEGOUX, Charente-Maritime, France. While returning from a walk, they saw a scintillating, red-orange ball in front of their car, slightly larger than the moon. They stopped their vehicle and observed the stationary object about sixty meters away, slightly above the treetops (10-12 meters high). The object then moved towards their car, turning yellow, and a white light seemed to illuminate behind it. Mme GIRARD reported that the ball seemed attracted by the car's headlights. The witnesses, impressed, drove away, and the phenomenon followed them, matching their speed for a few hundred meters. It left their car when another vehicle crossed their path near the village of Les Rouillons, appearing to stabilize over the other vehicle.

Case 2: Pons Sighting (March 4, 1974)

This report, dated March 4, 1974, concerns an observation by Mr. Maurice NORMAND, a 60-year-old mechanic living at "La Dague" in Pons, Charente-Maritime. While driving his tractor on the road from Archiac to a place called "Pisany" at 8:15 PM, he saw a silent object in the sky. He described it as a sort of white, elongated rocket moving horizontally. The object passed from left to right at high speed, at the height of a tower (labeled 'A' in a diagram). He compared its appearance to a cigar, describing it as white like a magnesium firework, leaving a trail of white smoke that quickly disappeared. He noted that the "smoke" followed the object like a tail, that there were no other lights, and that the observation lasted only five seconds. A diagram illustrates the sighting, showing the object moving from left to right above a landscape with trees and buildings, with a directional indicator pointing South and North.

The Antonio Villas Boas Encounter

This section recounts a personal experience of Antonio Villas Boas, detailing an encounter with an extraterrestrial being. The narrative describes a woman with pale skin and reddish hair approaching him, expressing a desire for something. She rubbed her head against his face and her body against his. He felt a liquid applied to his body, which he believes caused him to become uncontrollably sexually aroused. He engaged in a sexual act with the woman, noting that she did not kiss him but rather bit his chin. He observed that her body hair was red. After the encounter, a man appeared and called the woman, who then showed Villas Boas her abdomen and pointed to the sky with a smile, which he interpreted as a warning that she would return and take him to live with them. He expresses lingering fear and a desire not to be separated from his family and country. The text mentions that this experience was likely the cause of his fears since October 1957, concerning being taken by an unknown extraterrestrial race. The explanation he received was that he would have a child, theirs and his, on their planet. The account continues with Villas Boas being given his clothes back and being led to another room where three crew members were conversing. He observed a square box with a glass cover and a dial, which he initially thought was a watch but later tried to steal as proof of his adventure. He was stopped by a crew member and returned to his place. He tried to scratch the metal surface of the box but found it very hard.

Later, he was shown the exterior of the craft. He describes seeing projections of metal that could be wings, and three metallic arms fixed to the front of the machine, described as "swords." He also noted red lights and a large frontal projector. He observed a platform extending around the machine, with small square lamps. He also mentions a large glass plate at the front, possibly a window, but notes that the glass appeared very blurry.

Technical Observation Sheet

This section provides guidelines for observing Unidentified Flying Objects (UFOs), or "OVNI" (Objet Volant Non Identifié) in French. It covers visual observation (finding a clear spot, avoiding glare, using notes, maps, watches, cameras, and binoculars), aspect measurements (noting appearance, duration, and changes), position measurements (relating the phenomenon to stars or terrestrial landmarks, estimating angles and speed in degrees per second, not km/h), and time measurements (describing only what is seen, including color, brightness, and shape). It also touches on psychological factors, emphasizing the need to observe like a machine, without drawing conclusions until analysis, and to report findings simply and precisely, including sketches. The origin is cited as the "Commission nationale de recherches sur les O.V.N.I. - Quimper."

The Bermuda Triangle and UFOs

This extensive article explores the connection between the Bermuda Triangle and UFOs. It posits that the forces at play in the Triangle might be related to the legendary lost continent of Atlantis. Edgar CAYCE's hypothesis suggests that energetic complexes might still be active underwater. The article lists common characteristics of sightings in the area, including compass malfunctions, radio and radar failures, sonar silence, electrical source drains, and engine failures. It also mentions luminous phenomena and underwater lights. The text notes temporal deviations, where time seems to have advanced or reduced inexplicably. These forces are believed to alter known laws of matter, gravity, space, and time, and can affect the psyche, potentially leading victims to expose themselves to unknown dangers. The article highlights the frequent appearance of UFOs in Puerto Rico in 1972, causing traffic jams as people gathered to observe them. It mentions the Arecibo radio telescope in Puerto Rico as a site of frequent UFO observations. The correlation between the Bermuda Triangle and natural gamma aeroradioactivity in Puerto Rico is noted. The frequent sightings of UFOs along the coast of Florida, the Bahamas, Haiti, the Dominican Republic, Cuba, and the surrounding seas are described as common occurrences, only gaining attention when thousands observe them. Major Donald KEYHOE suggests that UFO aggressions or reconnaissance missions may have caused the disappearance of numerous Air Force aircraft in the area. Dr. Manson Valentine attributes these disappearances to ionization fields emanating from UFO propulsion systems, possibly involving nuclear fission, which could alter the structure of matter and individuals passing through them. The article draws a parallel between the atmospheric pressure on Venus (91 atmospheres) and the pressure at the bottom of the ocean in the Andros Trench, suggesting extraterrestrials might use natural electromagnetic forces for inter-galactic and inter-dimensional travel. The frequent explosions heard during UFO appearances are considered secondary effects of their passage, with radar often detecting them before they materialize. The text concludes that magnetic fields might create conditions favorable for dimensional liberation, which UFOs utilize and intensify. Despite ongoing mysterious disappearances in the Bermuda Triangle, the area is beginning to reveal its secrets.

Bibliography

• The article includes a bibliography with three books:
• "Le mystère du Triangle des Bermudes" by Richard Wimer (France-Loisirs).
• "Le Triangle des Bermudes" by Charles Berlitz (Flammarion).
• "Sans trace, le Triangle des Bermudes" 2 by Charles Berlitz (Flammarion).

Parapsychology: Brain Rhythms Seminar

This section describes a parapsychology seminar on "Brain Rhythms" organized by the Section and held in SAINTES on February 11, 12, and 18, 1978. The seminar, focused on the ALPHA rhythm, was reportedly a great success, with participants discovering solutions to personal problems, including mathematics, headaches, and throat issues. The article emphasizes the importance of faith, confidence, relaxation, and active participation. It highlights that group dynamics and emulation in a seminar setting are more effective than using cassettes alone. Participants are addressed informally using first names, creating a positive atmosphere. The seminar leader is a volunteer, and participation fees are minimal, covering only costs. The benefits of ALPHA are described as leading to a calm, happy, and serene life, transforming negativity into positivity, and eliminating complexes and aggression. The text also criticizes those who haven't practiced ALPHA and warns against self-proclaimed gurus or figures with inflated titles, suggesting that with ALPHA, individuals rely only on themselves.

Due to snow, only 13 people attended the first seminar. The second seminar had 20 registered participants. The next seminar was scheduled for Saturday, June 3rd (2 PM to 8 PM) and Sunday, June 4th (8 AM to 8 PM). Interested individuals were instructed to contact Abel LANDAIS at 6, rue du Moulin de la Grille, 17100 SAINTES.

F.A.C.E.L. (Fédération Culture et Loisirs)

This section introduces F.A.C.E.L. (Federation of Culture and Leisure), to which C.E.R.P.I. adhered in June 1977. F.A.C.E.L. itself was created on May 12, 1977, and currently comprises fifty non-profit cultural associations. Its goals include increasing the visibility of businesses and associations, studying their difficulties, and finding solutions. It aims to facilitate and enable associations to organize events outside their usual cycles and develop their activities. F.A.C.E.L. collaborates closely with the Centre d'Animation de la Ville de SAINTES (C.A.V.S.) and receives municipal funding. The article expresses hope for fruitful collaboration with this federation and lists several associations that might be of interest to C.E.R.P.I., including archaeological and historical societies, photo clubs, historical archives, radio emitters, yoga circles, and international exchange associations.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are UFO sightings, the mystery of the Bermuda Triangle, and personal accounts of unusual experiences, including alleged extraterrestrial encounters. The magazine appears to adopt a stance of serious inquiry into these phenomena, presenting witness testimonies, scientific-style observation guidelines, and theoretical discussions linking UFOs to historical mysteries like Atlantis. The parapsychology section suggests an interest in mind-related phenomena and self-improvement techniques. The editorial stance seems to be one of open-mindedness and a desire to explore the unexplained, while also providing practical advice for observation and organization within related interest groups.

This document is a scanned issue of a magazine titled "CERPI," specifically issue number 17. The content is primarily in French and appears to cover themes related to parapsychology, UFOs, enigmas, and ancient civilizations, particularly pre-Columbian cultures. The issue includes a crossword puzzle and detailed descriptions of ancient codices.

Crossword Puzzle

A significant portion of page 1 is dedicated to a crossword puzzle. The puzzle has both horizontal and vertical clues. The horizontal clues include terms related to civilizations, parapsychology, enigmas, and UFOs. Specific clues hint at concepts like 'civilizations,' 'parapsychology,' 'enigmas,' 'UFOs,' 'Epoque' (epochs), 'marque' (brand/mark), and 'site mégalithique' (megalithic site). The vertical clues also cover similar thematic areas, mentioning 'Phobos and Deimos' (moons of Mars), 'NATO,' 'Irish,' 'sign,' 'symbol,' 'peasant,' 'spiritual principle,' and 'intersidéral' (interstellar).

A note indicates that the solution to this puzzle will be published in CERPI issue number 17. The grid itself is a 10x10 matrix with some cells already filled in, suggesting it is a published puzzle rather than a blank one.

Pre-Columbian Codices

Page 2 is dedicated to "Codex ou manuscrits précolombiens" (Codex or pre-Columbian manuscripts). It features illustrations and descriptions of two specific codices:

• Codex Borgia: The description explains an illustration depicting a personage in a dwelling looking outward through a sort of lens. Beside it is a cosmic plan as conceived by the ancient Mexicans, along with a sign for water.
• Codex Vaticanus: This entry describes a sphere inhabited by spatial symbols.

The illustrations show intricate artwork characteristic of these ancient manuscripts, with symbolic figures and geometric patterns.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are clearly parapsychology, UFO phenomena, ancient mysteries, and esoteric knowledge, as evidenced by the crossword clues and the focus on pre-Columbian codices. The magazine's stance appears to be one of exploration and investigation into unexplained phenomena and ancient cultures, presented in a format that engages the reader through puzzles and detailed analyses.