Chetvertoye Izmereniye - 1995 No 04

Magazine Overview

This issue of "Четвертое измерение" (Fourth Dimension), dated No. 4, 1995, is a supplement to the newspaper "Заводская правда" from the Yaroslavl Tire Plant. It focuses on UFO phenomena, with a prominent cover story titled "СМЕРТНИКИ ЛУНОХОДА" (Suicide Squad of Lunokhod).

Lunokhod's Suicide Squad

The article by Konstantin Koval'kovsky, a researcher from St. Petersburg, discusses information from a former KGB employee, Vadim Petrov, regarding the Soviet space program. Petrov claims that the KGB, under its then-chief Semichastny, created a secret unit of "cosmonaut-testers" to ensure the reliability of unmanned space missions, especially before the widespread adoption of automated systems. These individuals, identified only by numbers, were allegedly placed in pilot modules to manually correct trajectories and perform critical tasks, such as adjusting equipment after landing. Petrov recounts the emotional farewell to two such cosmonauts, "13th" and "14th," who were sent on a mission related to the Lunokhod program and were not expected to return. The article also references a Chinese astrophysicist, Kang Mao-kango, whose information will be discussed in future articles. The text mentions Georgy Nikolaevich Babakin, the designer of the Lunokhod-1 and Mars-2/3 spacecraft, and details the "Luna" program's missions, including the delivery of Lunokhod-1 to the Moon.

First Contacts

This section presents historical accounts of alleged first contact with UFOs. It mentions chroniclers of Charlemagne describing an incident in Lyon in 742-814 AD where individuals descended from a flying object. Another account details a 1956 incident where a postal aircraft disappeared over the Tambov region and was found near Tobolsk, with a nearby 30-meter scorched landing site.

UFO Gift?

An agency report (SNARK) describes five residents of the village of Gehanist, Armenia, who developed extraordinary abilities, such as reading and seeing with closed eyes, after interacting with an "extrasensory." The head of the Armenian UFO Center, Akop Tonakyan, notes that Armenia is a region with frequent anomalous phenomena, including UFOs and unusual human abilities.

Expert Examination Conducted

An examination of UFO photographs by the Russian Ministry of Internal Affairs (MVD) revealed that 14 well-known images from Elektrostal (March 1990) were fakes. However, three photographs from 1962 near Vnukovo airport were confirmed as authentic. Boris Shurinov, vice-president of the UFO Union, stated that only these three are definitively genuine among those held by Russian ufologists.

Anomaly in the Newspaper

Readers of "Четвертое измерение и НЛО" expressed confusion over an article in issue No. 3, 1995, titled "Airship" over the forest belt," due to missing text. The editorial notes strange coincidences: the issue was being prepared for print during a power substation failure in Yaroslavl that caused casualties and blackouts. The computer used for layout reportedly refused to output the missing lines, and a photograph on the back page, when inverted, allegedly formed an obscene word, leading to speculation that a poltergeist "took revenge" on the magazine.

UFOs Charge People!!!

This extensive section details numerous accounts of people experiencing unusual phenomena after UFO encounters. Nina Aleksandrovna Makeeva from Gavrilov-Yam recounts an incident on October 19, 1989, where she saw a red, then yellow-orange, spherical UFO. This encounter led to a period of amnesia, followed by a feeling of euphoria and a sense of familiarity with the object. She also experienced memory lapses, forgetting recent events like borrowing money. The article suggests that such encounters can "charge" people with unusual abilities.

Another case involves N.P. Slezkin from Yaroslavl, who, after a UFO encounter on October 15, 1989 (four days before Makeeva's experience), developed heightened senses and telekinetic abilities, causing objects to move in his home. He was later subjected to regressive hypnosis, during which he recalled details of the craft and its occupants and predicted the August 1991 events in Moscow.

Valery Lavrinenko, who claims to have encountered a UFO as a schoolboy, developed extraordinary abilities, including holding his breath underwater for 15 minutes and possessing a powerful "solar battery" that can ignite flammable materials. The article speculates that these abilities might be a "gift from UFOs" to humanity.

Hybrid of Man and Monkey?

This short piece discusses the possibility of creating human-ape hybrids due to genetic similarities, suggesting they could perform monotonous labor and provide organs for transplantation. It touches upon the ethical implications of such genetic engineering.

Ballad of the Celestial Sphere

A poetic piece describing a blacksmith finding a wondrous, shining sphere that turns out to be a miniature solar system, which then disappears back into the sky.

Aliens in the Darwin Nature Reserve

This article investigates an anomalous zone in the Yaroslavl region, referencing legends of "fiery arrows" falling from the sky in 1890, creating a pit and a lake. It also mentions a "ship of fire" and strange, short humanoids. Alexander Petrovich Gusev, an eyewitness, recounts finding a golden sphere in 1944 near a POW camp, which later became active and was lost. The article notes ongoing research by a group led by Valery Kukushkin in the Darwin Nature Reserve, without significant results so far.

Scientist, Warrior, and Poet-Ufologist

This section profiles Yuri Vladimirovich Kukushkin, a military doctor, candidate of medical sciences, and veteran of World War II. He is described as one of the first organizers of the UFO movement in Yaroslavl and a poet whose works have been published in the magazine. A poem dedicated to the mysterious sphere found in the Darwin Nature Reserve is included.

Physiological Effects of UFOs

This part of the magazine details the physical and psychological effects UFOs are reported to have on observers. It discusses how microwave radiation from UFOs might affect the human eye, potentially causing cataracts. The article mentions cases of amnesia, fear, and disorientation experienced by witnesses. It also highlights the strong reactions of animals, particularly dogs, to UFOs, suggesting they can detect them earlier and are more sensitive to their effects, possibly due to emitted gases or radiation.

UFOs Over St. Petersburg

Reports indicate a resurgence of UFO activity, with radars at Pulkovo Airport detecting an unidentified object over St. Petersburg on March 14, 1995. Civilian pilots and local residents also observed a "flying saucer"-like object. The article anticipates increased UFO activity globally.

Subscription Announcement

An announcement for subscriptions to the magazine "Четвертое измерение и НЛО" for the second half of 1995, with details on pricing and how to subscribe via postal order. It also mentions the possibility of placing free classified ads for subscribers.

Book and Brochure Offers

Offers for books and brochures related to ufology and alternative healing are presented, including "UFO Leaves a Trace" by Galina Kuleshova and "Krita-Yoga. Astrological Therapy" by Yu. V. Linnik.

Store Advertisement

An advertisement for the store "МАГАЗИН «ЮНЫЙ ТЕХНИК»" (Young Technician Store) listing various products like ceramic tiles, building materials, electrical tools, and household items.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently explores the intersection of unexplained phenomena, particularly UFOs, with human experience, secret government programs, and potential extraterrestrial influence. There's a strong emphasis on witness testimonies, anecdotal evidence, and the idea that UFOs may possess advanced technology capable of affecting biological organisms and human consciousness. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry into these subjects, encouraging reader participation and presenting a variety of accounts, from historical incidents to contemporary sightings. The magazine also seems to promote a belief in the potential for humans to develop extraordinary abilities, possibly influenced by extraterrestrial contact.