Chetvertoye Izmereniye - 1999 No 02

Magazine Overview

This issue of "ЧЕТВЕРТОЕ ИЗМЕРЕНИЕ И НЛО" (Fourth Dimension and UFO), number 2 (137) from 1999, published by the Yaroslavl Public UFO Center, is priced as 'free' and focuses on UFO phenomena, alleged government cover-ups, and prophecies.

Article: WHO STOPPED THE CAR?

The issue opens with a personal account from Ananiy Prokofiev, a disabled individual living in Visaginas, Lithuania. In late 1998, while driving home with his wife Katerina, their car suddenly stopped in the middle of the night. A bright, egg-shaped object descended from the sky near the Ignalina nuclear power plant, hovering over their vehicle at an altitude of about half a kilometer. The car's engine died, and the couple experienced weakness and dizziness. After the object slowly ascended and departed, the car's engine started without issue. The incident remains a mystery, with the Prokofievs attributing it to an unknown force.

Article: WILL NOSTRADAMUS'S PROPHECIES COME TRUE?

This section discusses Nostradamus's predictions for 1999, specifically mentioning the arrival of a 'King of Terror' and a 'great war.' It notes that modern astronomers have identified August 11, 1999, as a date when a solar eclipse would occur, forming a 'cross' in the sky with planets, which could bring 'terrible calamities' to Western Europe. The article suggests that the Bible's Book of Revelation shares similarities with these predictions of extraordinary situations and global catastrophes.

Article: WHAT LIES BEHIND THE SENSATION?

This investigative piece by Vladimir Avinsky critically examines a sensationalized video film about a UFO crash in the Urals, which was allegedly shown on US television as 'secret KGB materials.' The author refutes the film's authenticity, citing the analysis of ufologist Boris Apollonovich Shurinov. Shurinov, in an article titled "James Bond Opens KGB Secrets," exposed the film as a "low-grade fake." Avinsky points out several factual errors in the film, including:

• The non-existence of a cited newspaper article from "Evening Sverdlovsk" dated November 29, 1968.
• The absence of a claimed book by V. Vereshchagin titled "UFO Over Russia."
• Inconsistencies in military uniform insignia shown in footage of soldiers at a crash site, with the insignia appearing to be from a later date than the alleged event.
• Anatomical diagrams showing a signature that appears to be from a "deputy dean" of anatomy, but the institution and title are misrepresented.
• The claim that three 'pathologists' died a week after an autopsy, with death certificates showing incorrect republic designations (RIF instead of RSFSR).

Avinsky suggests that such fabricated documentaries might be orchestrated by intelligence agencies to justify increased spending on military and technological development, by creating a narrative of Russia possessing advanced alien technology.

UFO - KALEIDOSCOPE

This section presents several brief reports of UFO sightings and encounters:

• June 1975: In the Voronezh region, V.G. Paltsev witnessed a landed "flying saucer" with two humanoid figures. Upon approaching, he encountered a protective field and lost consciousness. The object then moved and departed. The event, which felt like 15 minutes to Paltsev, lasted about an hour.
• 1951: In the Gobi Altai Aimag, Mongolia, veterinary doctor V.D. Petrenko and companions saw a bright flash followed by a mushroom-shaped object, about 100 meters in diameter. They observed humanoid figures and experienced a "protective field" when attempting to approach.
• March 4, 1978: Near Chernyakhovsk, a student named A. Podkopaev saw two silver "domes." One rotated and ascended rapidly. Near the other, he observed four dwarf-like creatures with elongated torsos and short legs, wearing dark green suits. After the creatures disappeared, the dome ascended. Podkopaev found traces including rings and seven glass pyramids, six of which contained a green liquid and "melted," while the seventh with blue-green crystals remained.

Article: "ANGARA-18" - PHANTOMS OF RUSSIAN UFOs

This article by Anton Anfalov discusses his investigation into alleged UFO storage sites in Russia, particularly focusing on a location near Zhitkur. He describes visiting a remote military site with minimal structures and equipment, contradicting claims of a secret UFO storage facility. Anfalov expresses skepticism about the existence of numerous UFO crashes in the USSR, suggesting that highly advanced civilizations would not have such a high rate of accidents. He also questions the alleged "conspiracy of silence" among thousands of personnel who would have been involved in handling UFO incidents. Anfalov is working on a book titled "Inside Russian UFO-Cover-up. The Saga of Shocking Concealment," which will include a chapter on Zhitkur. He warns that if his book contains inaccuracies, it could damage the credibility of ufology.

Article: A TEXTBOOK ON Ufology PUBLISHED IN VOLGOGRAD

This piece introduces a new textbook titled "Non-traditional and Search Concepts in Natural Science" by G.S. Belimov, a researcher of anomalous phenomena and instructor at the Volgograd Humanitarian Institute. The book is described as one of the first textbooks on ufology and bio-energo-information in Russia. It covers concepts such as multidimensionality of space and time, the existence of intelligent life in the cosmos, and anomalous phenomena. Belimov argues against dismissing ufology as pseudoscience, drawing parallels with historical instances where scientific fields were initially rejected. He emphasizes the importance of studying these phenomena for the development of human civilization and recommends the book for a wide audience, including students and educators.

Advertisement: VIDEO FILMS ON Ufology and Magic

The magazine concludes with an advertisement offering a selection of video films on ufology and magic, including titles like "Three Hours of Wonder," "Ufological Video Album," and "Guests from Eternity." The prices vary based on the number of films ordered, with options for ordering via postal transfer.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The issue consistently explores the intersection of UFO phenomena with alleged government secrecy and conspiracy theories, particularly concerning Russia. There's a strong emphasis on debunking sensationalized or fraudulent claims while also presenting various UFO sighting reports. The magazine appears to lean towards a critical but open-minded stance on ufology, encouraging further research while cautioning against unsubstantiated sensationalism. The editorial note states that the publication does not always share the views of its authors.