Chetvertoye Izmereniye - 1991 No 05

Magazine Overview

This issue of "ЧЕТВЕРТОЕ ИЗМЕРЕНИЕ" (Fourth Dimension), dated May 1991, is the fifth issue of Volume 1. Published by the Yaroslavl UFO Study Group, it focuses on UFO phenomena, poltergeists, and alleged alien contacts. The cover prominently features a question about a reported UFO incident in the Kalahari Desert, questioning whether it was a genuine alien craft or a fabricated story. Another headline suggests that 'guests' (aliens) have taken on the form of children.

Conference on Ufology in Yaroslavl

The issue begins by reporting on a conference held in Yaroslavl from April 19-21, which was initially planned as a regional event but became all-Union in scope. Participants from various cities, including Moscow, Leningrad, and Krasnodar, attended. V. G. Azhazha, General Director of Soyuzufotsentr, was present. The magazine announces its intention to publish theses from the conference, starting with a report titled "Poltergeists and UFO Contacts" by E. A. Ermilov and V. Yu. Mikhalev from Nizhny Novgorod.

Poltergeists and UFO Contacts

This article explores the nature of poltergeists, challenging the idea that they are manifestations of extraterrestrial intelligence. It identifies characteristics that contradict this hypothesis, such as the lack of correlation with 'black magic' methods and the possibility of neutralizing poltergeist phenomena through magical or religious means. The authors suggest that poltergeists involve different forms of matter organization and 'subtle world' entities. They differentiate between 'mental' and 'astral' level contacts, which are often mistaken for communication with 'Higher Intelligence' or 'Extraterrestrial Civilizations.' True telepathic contacts with UFO occupants are distinguished by indirect evidence like additional UFO sightings, field traces, or results from retrospective hypnosis, even if the 'entities' don't conform to anthropomorphic descriptions. The article also touches upon 'physical telepathic contacts' involving physiological explanations and information about other life forms.

UFO Sightings and Evidence

The article "Poltergeists and UFO Contacts" further distinguishes between 'astral-mental telepathic contacts' and telepathic contacts with UFO occupants. The latter are characterized by indirect evidence such as simultaneous UFO observations, field traces, or physical landing marks. The authors note that while poltergeists might not be directly related to UFO contacts, their study provides insights into distant interactions between different forms of matter and life organization. The article emphasizes that contacts with 'UFO beings' are often corroborated by field traces or physical landing evidence.

Editorial Notes and Price Increase

An editorial note apologizes for the delay in publishing the fourth issue due to paper supply disruptions. It also announces a price increase to 70 kopecks starting from the fifth issue, with a significant rise in subscription costs, promising improved quality in return.

"Doubles" from Another World

This section details a rare poltergeist case in Dalnegorsk involving apparent 'doubles' of children. A mother sent her children to the store and, while cleaning, heard a knock. Her children returned, but dressed in strange silver-colored jumpsuits. These 'doubles' exhibited synchronized movements and seemed to interact with furniture, causing light flashes. When the mother attempted to intervene, she was apparently struck and fell, hitting her head. Shortly after, her real children returned from the store. The 'doubles' then disappeared towards a window. Later, the mother saw an image of herself with a vacuum cleaner on the television screen. Investigations by a commission for anomalous phenomena in Dalnegorsk noted elevated electromagnetic fields and suggested the event might involve the materialization and subsequent dematerialization of 'materialized duplicates' of the children, possibly triggered by strong, unknown electromagnetic influences.

UFO Sightings in Siberia

"Triangles" over Abakan

A witness describes observing a triangular UFO for 8-10 minutes on April 10, 1990, near Abakan. The object, described as a "frame of an isosceles triangle with its vertex in the sky," displayed bright white and red lights and circled the witness's house before flying away with flashing silver lights.

And over Saynogorsk

On July 17, 1990, a witness near Saynogorsk observed a luminous, cone-shaped object resembling a parachute, glowing from within. The object, which had two bright points below its cone, moved westward like the stars, suggesting it was not a weather balloon. The witness noted its internal luminescence and a subtle greenish-brown hue on its upper part.

"Similarities Across Thousands of Kilometers"

This section presents a letter from G. Abramov in Saynogorsk, describing a vision of a man in a rocking chair in his corridor. The man, around 40-45 years old, had a perfect face, blue eyes, and wavy yellowish-white hair. He smiled and then vanished. Abramov later discovered that the description matched portraits of the psychic Ванга's "friends." The magazine's response acknowledges the detailed description, which is unusual for hallucinations, and notes the striking similarity to Ванга's portraits, questioning the possibility of shared nervous system types across vast distances.

"Face in the Sky"

L. Zatolotskaya from Khakassia recounts an experience on November 24, 1990, where she observed a projector beam, followed by four lights that descended and formed an oval face in the sky. This face, described as a man's, was attentive and alive before fading away. She experienced memory loss and illness afterward. The magazine notes that such 'faces in the sky' have been reported elsewhere and that radar did not detect the object, though airport workers tracked its low altitude.

"Phantom over Neftyugansk"

This section compiles witness accounts of a silent, luminous object observed over Neftyugansk. Witnesses described a bright beam of light directed downwards from the object, which was sometimes accompanied by pulsating lights or a rainbow-like phenomenon. The object ascended rapidly and disappeared. Photojournalist A. Ibragimov managed to capture some images of the phenomenon.

Expeditions 1991

A list of planned expeditions for 1991 is provided, detailing locations and contact persons for ufological research across various regions of the USSR, including Vladivostok, Odessa, Sumy Oblast, Yaroslavl, Karaganda, Tiraspol, Yerevan, Ryazan, Gomel, Mogilev, Stupino, and Kursk.

"Kalahari: Alien Ship or Newspaper 'Duck'?"

This lengthy article by Cynthia Hind critically examines a story about a supposed UFO crash in the Kalahari Desert on May 7, 1989. The story, allegedly from South African intelligence officers, describes a UFO detected by a frigate, shot down by fighter jets, and its occupants (two aliens) recovered. Hind meticulously dissects the report, pointing out numerous inconsistencies and errors: spelling mistakes in a "top secret" document, the use of English instead of Afrikaans, questionable military ranks (Commander of an Escadrille), improbable flight times and distances for the aircraft, the unlikelihood of recovering live aliens after such a crash, and the questionable origin of the story itself. She identifies James van Groynen, a self-proclaimed ufologist, as the source of the story and casts serious doubt on his credibility, citing instances of financial dishonesty and fabricated claims. Hind concludes that the story is likely a fabrication, a "newspaper duck."

"Encounters with Kin"

This section features an account from Irrirra, a 48-year-old woman from South Africa, who claims to have had multiple encounters with UFO occupants. Her first experience, around 2 AM, involved a man in a silver, metallic suit with two small antennas on his hood, who simply said, "Peace be with you, my child." Her second encounter involved two male figures who appeared in her room, and she felt an immediate connection, embracing one of them. Her husband was also present, and they discussed "very serious things" with the visitors. Later, she witnessed eight UFOs flying in a formation over her farm. The account is presented as a translation from "UFO Afrinews" No. 3, May 1990.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently explores the unexplained, with a focus on UFO sightings, alleged alien encounters, and phenomena like poltergeists. There's a clear investigative and critical approach, particularly evident in the detailed debunking of the Kalahari incident. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry into these subjects, while also maintaining a healthy skepticism towards sensationalized or unsubstantiated claims. The publication aims to inform its readers about ongoing research, witness testimonies, and the challenges of verifying such extraordinary events. The inclusion of expedition plans and contact information suggests an effort to foster a community of researchers and enthusiasts.