Chetvertoye Izmereniye - 1995 No 06

Magazine Overview

This issue of "ЧЕТВЕРТОЕ ИЗМЕРЕНИЕ И НЛО" (Fourth Dimension and UFO), dated 1995, is a supplement to the newspaper "Заводская правда" from the Yaroslavl Tire Plant. It is published by the Yaroslavl UFO Research Group and is available free of charge.

Articles

The Mystery of the Silent Forest

The lead article details a strange phenomenon observed in a forest near the village of "Paris Commune" in Yaroslavl. In the winter of 1995, a significant number of trees were found felled in a specific direction, some with signs of burning and melting. The affected area had a clear boundary, with trees inside felled and those outside largely untouched, except for the loss of small branches. The diameter of the main felled area was estimated to be 30-40 meters, with another similar area found about 100 meters away. Various hypotheses, including powerful wind gusts, linear lightning strikes, meteorite impacts, or even missile explosions, were considered but found insufficient to explain the selective nature of the damage. Local residents reported the event occurred during the past winter, with no one witnessing its cause. The Yaroslavl UFO Research Group is seeking further information from the public.

Thunderstorm Gives No Peace

This article describes an incident on June 3rd in the Yaroslavl region, near the "Leto-91" garden cooperative. After a severe thunderstorm, the homeowner, N. G. Mushinin, found his two-story house severely damaged. Bricks were scattered, walls had deep gouges resembling explosions within the brickwork, and a portion of a wall was destroyed. Despite the extensive damage, the window panes remained intact. The homeowner plans to undertake major repairs and install a lightning rod. The article suggests the damage could have been caused by a linear electrical strike or ball lightning.

Vampires Among Us

This piece discusses 'energy vampires' – individuals who drain bioenergy from others. It categorizes them into those who seek prolonged contact, offer criticism, or ask for favors, and those who might steal personal items to absorb energy. The article notes that these vampires often target intelligent people and can become aggressive if their victim tries to disengage. It also touches upon the idea that some individuals might experience pleasure from the misfortunes of others. The author suggests methods for protection, such as mentally envisioning a protective barrier or covering the vampire with a glass. The article briefly mentions the biological basis for 'blood vampires' as a means to slow cellular decay, citing Canadian scientists.

Ufological Conference in Yaroslavl

On May 20, 1995, a philosophical conference on ufology was held at School No. 36 in Yaroslavl to define future research directions. Yu. A. Smirnov, head of the Yaroslavl UFO Research Group, presented on the "Prospects and difficulties of ufology development in Russia," highlighting the challenges posed by the economic crisis. He criticized the tendency to equate UFO phenomena with religious concepts and the rise of unscientific occult practices. Smirnov emphasized the need for a scientific approach, citing the importance of real evidence, eyewitness accounts, and physical traces. He also discussed methods for identifying genuine UFO witnesses and psychics, noting that true psychics possess demonstrable abilities.

Lieutenant Colonel (Ret.) G. V. Shuvaev presented on "The Otherworldly from New Materialist Positions," arguing that anomalous and 'otherworldly' phenomena are fundamentally material. He introduced the concept of a "Cyclical Universe" where only the fundamental particles of matter and emptiness are eternal.

Student Denis Rebrov presented on "UFO Visits to Earth in Antiquity," citing historical manuscripts and chronicles as evidence of ancient encounters.

Ufologist V. A. Kukushkin discussed the "Yaroslavl Anomalous Zone: A Psychocosmogeophysical Hypothesis," detailing research efforts since 1988. He reported findings such as a crater from 1890, materials of medical interest, local folklore, and various anomalies including glowing phenomena, radio interference, unusual water taste, and sightings of strange beings.

Russian Military and UFOs

This section explores the Russian military's involvement and stance on UFOs. It mentions a request from Dr. Haines, a NASA researcher, to cosmonaut P. R. Popovich to inquire about documents related to the Roswell incident. Responses from the Ministry of Security and the Ministry of Defense of the Russian Federation indicated no such documents were found in their archives. The article suggests a possible cover-up or disappearance of these documents. It also reports on a lecture given to military personnel at the Yeysk airbase about UFOs, covering historical sightings by Soviet military personnel and alleged UFO incidents, such as one near Monchegorsk in 1987. The author notes a perceived attempt to suppress the ufology movement in Russia, referencing the establishment and subsequent covert operations of UFO research committees within the Soviet military.

The Pain is Great, Oh Aspen!

This article discusses the interaction between humans and trees, particularly focusing on the energetic properties of different tree species. It suggests that trees can either give or take energy from people, with oaks and birches being generally beneficial, while aspens and poplars tend to drain energy. The article references ancient practices of wounded warriors seeking energy from trees and mentions the belief that plants have a nervous system and can perceive the world.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently promotes a scientific approach to ufology, emphasizing the need for evidence, eyewitness accounts, and rigorous investigation. It expresses skepticism towards purely mystical or religious interpretations of UFO phenomena and criticizes unscientific practices. There is a recurring theme of government secrecy and potential cover-ups regarding UFO information, particularly concerning military involvement and historical incidents like Roswell. The publication also explores broader paranormal and anomalous phenomena, including energy vampires and the energetic properties of nature, suggesting a holistic view of unexplained events. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry, encouraging public participation and the sharing of information while maintaining a critical and evidence-based perspective.