Chetvertoye Izmereniye - 1996 No 09

Magazine Overview

This issue of "ЧЕТВЕРТОЕ ИЗМЕРЕНИЕ НАО" (Fourth Dimension UFO), published by the Yaroslavl UFO Center, dated 1996, No. 9, is a supplement to the newspaper "Заводская правда" from the Yaroslavl Tire Plant. The cover headline, "Растения мыслят ?!" (Do Plants Think?!), introduces a lead article exploring the surprising sentience of plants.

Articles

Plants Think?!

The article details the experiments of American specialist Cleve Baxter, who used a lie detector to study plant reactions. Baxter's findings suggest that plants respond to human emotions, threats, and even thoughts. He observed that plants reacted strongly when he intended to harm them, and that they could distinguish between a genuine threat and a feigned one. Baxter hypothesized that plants possess a form of perception that is masked by human senses and that they might even communicate with each other and with humans over distances. He conducted experiments involving plant 'memory,' where a plant could identify the 'killer' of another plant, and explored the idea of a 'cellular consciousness' that extends to all living matter, including microorganisms.

Baxter's Experiments

This section elaborates on Cleve Baxter's experiments, including an April 11, 1972, test with chicken eggs. An egg connected to an electroencephalograph reacted when another egg was placed in boiling water, suggesting a form of telepathic connection between living matter from the same source. Baxter concluded that dying organisms emit a signal of alarm, especially during sudden and violent attacks, which could serve as a warning for other species.

Is There Life on Mars?

This article discusses the discovery of evidence for primitive microscopic life on Mars that existed over 3 billion years ago. NASA specialists found organic molecules and fossilized bacteria in a meteorite from Mars, named 'ALH 84-001.' The article posits that Mars once had a warmer, wetter climate conducive to life and that the meteorite's journey to Earth involved a massive impact on Mars millions of years ago. The findings challenge traditional views of Earth's unique place in the cosmos and suggest a high probability of extraterrestrial life in the universe.

Religious and Scientific Reactions to Martian Life

Various religious figures and scientists commented on the possibility of life on Mars. An American preacher, Keith Wills, saw no contradiction with his faith, believing God created humans for Earth but that life elsewhere would not be human. A representative of the Muslim community, Suhaib Hason, noted that the Quran doesn't explicitly mention life on Mars but suggested that where there is water, there is life. Rabbi R. Ramen stated that if aliens exist, they are also God's creation and the commandment to love one's neighbor extends to cosmic neighbors. The article also touches upon Enrico Fermi's paradox, "If they exist, then where are they?" and the high cost of space exploration projects like 'Phoenix' without concrete evidence of alien civilizations.

The Mystery of the Moon

The article questions the origin of the Moon, suggesting it may not have been with Earth since its formation and could have been captured from deep space due to a cosmic catastrophe. This raises further questions about the skeleton found on the Moon, implying a mysterious history.

Scientists Assert - Special Services Remain Silent!

This section highlights the claims of Chinese astrophysicist Mao Kang, who in 1988 presented photographs of a human foot and skeleton on the lunar surface, allegedly obtained from the USA. He accused US intelligence services of concealing this evidence. The article notes that while US services refused to comment, they did not deny the claims, suggesting a global cover-up.

An Unknown Sign on a Cave Wall

This report details the discovery made by two young men, Georgiy and Mikhail, in the mountains of Eastern Georgia. They found a cave containing a deep well with a metallic, eight-pointed star on a disc with an eye symbol embedded in the stone wall. The object was made of a corrosion-resistant metal and had hieroglyph-like markings. The star could be rotated, and a human face was observed on the cave wall when sunlight reflected from the well. The well's depth could not be determined. Further investigation revealed the star's magnetic properties, with its north-seeking end repelled by the upper part and attracted to the lower part.

The "Yaroslavl Tire Plant" OJSC

A brief advertisement for the "Yaroslavl Tire Plant" OJSC, highlighting its production of various types of tires, including new ones for the "GAZEL" trucks.

Unknown Sign on a Cave Wall (Continued)

This section continues the story of the cave discovery, mentioning that the metallic star was found to be extremely durable and that attempts to cut it with files were unsuccessful. The magnetic properties were further investigated.

Living Fossils

This article presents several accounts of living organisms being found encased in solid materials. One incident from 1881 describes worms found inside a rock. Another from 1873 details a frog found alive within a limestone block. In 1892, a beetle was discovered alive inside iron ore. The article also recounts a toad found inside a pine log in 1893 and another toad found within a granite block in Liverpool in 1892. These findings are presented as scientific anomalies that challenge established dogma.

They Want to Help Us?

This article recounts the alleged experience of Ivan Martynovich, who claims to have been abducted by aliens in September 1990. He describes meeting tall, slender beings with blue-gray skin and clear blue eyes. He was taken aboard their spacecraft and visited their planet, which he describes as having a different sun and a harmonious society where inhabitants live on solar energy and consume fruits, berries, and milk. They do not kill for food and have a lifespan of around 500 years. Martynovich learned that these beings have been observing Earth for over 11,000 years and are concerned about humanity's self-destructive tendencies, including the potential for Earth to leave its orbit. He was told that their own planet was destroyed by a similar orbital shift. They offered to help humanity, but Martynovich's wife noted that his health deteriorated after the experience, and his life expectancy was reduced.

New Video Film

An announcement for a new video film titled "PIKRAN-EARTH-RED STAR," featuring ufologist V.P. Dyachkov and contactee I.F. Mayantsev. The film includes a discussion with someone who claims to have been inside a UFO, with the contact occurring near Danilov, Yaroslavl region.

Subscription Notice

Information on how to subscribe to the newspaper "ЧЕТВЕРТОЕ ИЗМЕРЕНИЕ И НЛО" for the first half of 1997, including subscription costs and mailing address.

Advertisement for "TELEVISORS" Store

An advertisement for a store selling televisions and video cameras at low prices.

Advertisement for "Business-Press" CJSC

An advertisement for "Business-Press" CJSC in Yaroslavl, seeking a correspondent. The company publishes the "Korvet" Russian Information Agency and the weekly "Poputny Veter."

Recommended Video Films

A list of recommended video films on ufology and magic, including titles like "Three Hours of Wonder!" and "UFO Video Album," available for purchase via mail order.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently explores themes of the paranormal, extraterrestrial life, and unexplained phenomena. It presents accounts of alleged UFO sightings, alien encounters, and anomalous discoveries, often featuring personal testimonies and scientific speculation. The editorial stance appears to be open to unconventional ideas and investigations into mysteries beyond mainstream scientific understanding, encouraging readers to consider possibilities outside of conventional paradigms. There's a recurring interest in ancient mysteries, potential extraterrestrial influence on Earth's history, and the possibility of life beyond our planet. The magazine also promotes its own subscription and related media products.