Chetvertoye Izmereniye - 1994 No 07

Magazine Overview

This issue of the magazine, identified as No. 7 and published in 1994, features a prominent cover story titled "Путешествие Доктора Бойлэнэ" (The Journey of Doctor Boylen). It is presented as a supplement to the newspaper "Заводская правда" from the Yaroslavl Book Publishing House. The magazine is published in Russia and is in Russian.

Main Article: The 1984 Yaroslavl UFO Landing

The core of this issue is a detailed account of a UFO landing and encounter that allegedly occurred in the Yaroslavl region ten years prior, on the night of June 15-16, 1984. The article, written by Yu. Matas, revisits this event, which was previously published in a 1990 trial issue of "Четвертое измерение" (Fourth Dimension).

The witness, A. N. Piatkin, was returning home late at night when he saw a strange, milky white light in the bushes. Upon investigation, he discovered a luminous object resembling a parachute dome, approximately 20 meters in diameter and 6 meters high. He threw a box of matches at the object, which passed through it, and he then experienced a strong vibration and a mental projection of a square with a circle.

Piatkin describes being transported to an unfamiliar, daylit 'city' where he experienced a profound sense of strangeness. He then engaged in a mental dialogue with unknown entities. The communication was not in words but in complete thoughts and sentences. Piatkin asked "Who are you?" and received the response, "It doesn't matter." When asked "Where are you from?", the answer was also evasive.

The entities reportedly communicated that they were showing him this to make him understand "who we are." Piatkin described perceiving four dimensions and observing space from the outside. He felt a strange weakness in his head, as if his brain could no longer process the information, and his eyes began to close.

The dialogue then shifted to criticisms of human civilization. The entities suggested that humanity's abandonment of religion was a mistake, arguing that religion previously served as a moral constraint, instilling fear of divine punishment. Without this fear, they posited, people were becoming more prone to destructive actions like murder and potentially nuclear war. Piatkin questioned why they didn't intervene to prevent such outcomes.

They responded that they *were* trying to intervene, though Piatkin felt he was the one interacting, not seeing them directly. He inquired if they could stop someone from launching nuclear weapons. Their answer was that humanity must go through these trials itself, and external help would hinder its natural development.

Piatkin then felt compelled to leave, with a mental message to "not forget, not forget, not forget." He found himself back on the road, noting that only about an hour and fifteen minutes had passed since he first saw the light, despite the profound experience.

Investigation and Physical Evidence

The Yaroslavl UFO Research Group, led by Yu. Smirnov, immediately investigated the site. They documented several anomalies: electronic watches worn by Piatkin lost an hour and a half, and a calculator performed complex functions slower than usual in the suspected landing zone. The grass in the area had turned brown, leaves and bushes were curled and scorched, and a birch tree showed signs of burning. The matchbox Piatkin had thrown was found, with the matches inside having spontaneously ignited.

Military radar also reportedly detected a red ball approaching the highway at high speed (6000 km/h), which then stopped, dimmed, and appeared as a 'spacecraft' before descending into the bushes. The object covered 200 km in three minutes, changing altitude and direction rapidly.

Biolocation studies at the site confirmed the findings of other instruments, precisely pinpointing the epicenter of the anomaly. Over the past ten years, numerous research expeditions have visited the site, including specialists from Moscow and other cities. Dr. A. P. Listratov and physicist E. A. Ermilov were among those who conducted investigations.

Current Status and Lingering Questions

Ten years after the event, most of the physical traces have disappeared, and electronic instruments no longer detect anomalies. However, the Yaroslavl group still possesses a unique magnetic tape recording of Piatkin's account. The article also mentions strange "warts" that appeared on the birch tree years later, which are kept in a small UFO museum.

Other Mentions

The issue also briefly mentions an incident in Orenburg where two bright spheres reportedly fell from the sky, prompting an investigation and the discovery of a physical piece of evidence. Residents of Orenburg are asked to provide additional information.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently focuses on UFO sightings, encounters, and their investigation, emphasizing the importance of physical evidence and witness testimony. The editorial stance appears to be one of serious inquiry into unexplained phenomena, encouraging public participation in gathering information. There is a clear interest in the potential implications of UFO phenomena for humanity's understanding of itself and its place in the universe, as well as concerns about global threats like nuclear war.

Advertisements

The issue includes advertisements for "Забота" (Care) stores, which sell shoes, perfumes, furniture, and electronics, and for the "Спорт-Туризм" store selling sporting goods and bicycles. There is also an advertisement for the "Сувенир" store selling traditional Russian crafts and for "Меркурий" selling perfumes and household items. Contact information for "Забота" stores is provided.

Publisher and Contact Information

The founders of the publication are listed as "КОРВЕТ" and "ЧЕТВЕРТОЕ ИЗМЕРЕНИЕ". The editorial address for letters is provided, along with a phone number for inquiries. The editor is Yu. A. Smirnov.