Chetvertoye Izmereniye - 2001 No 06

Magazine Overview

This issue of "ЧЕТВЕРТОЕ ИЗМЕРЕНИЕ И НЛО" (Fourth Dimension and UFO), dated 2001, focuses on UFO phenomena, scientific advancements, and controversial topics like human cloning. The cover prominently features a report on a UFO contact in the Lyubimsky district of Russia, alongside news about Mars and the magazine's publisher, the Yaroslavl ufocenter.

Contact with a UFO in the Lyubimsky District

The lead article details a personal encounter by Nina Ivanovna Poruchkina in June 1993 in the village of Ushchelye, Lyubimsky district, Yaroslavl region. She describes witnessing a large, golden, moon-like object in the sky. From this object, a golden ladder descended, and small, dark figures, estimated to be 40-50 cm tall, repeatedly descended and ascended. The event was witnessed from about 100-200 meters away. After the figures returned to the craft, the 'moon' moved away and disappeared. The following day, Poruchkina found cut and trimmed fir branches and 13 distinct paths in the clover leading to a stream where the object had hovered. Three years later, she discovered strange pits, about two meters in diameter, near the stream. She believes the beings may have been collecting samples. The article also mentions other UFO sightings in the area, including one described as a 'strange clock' in the sky.

UFOs Over the Hills

This section reports on an unusual phenomenon observed on July 12, 2001, over the Malvern Hills in England. Large amounts of yellow and orange fire, accompanied by sparks and steam, were seen. A couple, John and his wife Purser from Uwelland, reported seeing a strange object moving slowly, leaving a condensation trail, which disappeared behind the hills after several minutes. Police had no information, and the Royal Air Force confirmed no active bases were nearby.

Dust Storm on Mars

On June 15, 2001, the MGS camera captured the first dust storm in the Hellas Basin on Mars. By June 26, the storm had intensified, covering nearly half of the planet's surface. NASA specialists noted that this global dust storm should not impede the landing of the 2001 Mars Odyssey probe, scheduled for October. The article mentions that the Mars Odyssey will use data from the MGS to ensure a safe landing. A photograph of a dust devil on the Martian surface is also included, highlighting Mars' dynamic nature. The article notes that Mars, Earth, and the Sun will align on June 21, bringing Mars to its closest distance to Earth in 13 years, making it appear brighter in the night sky.

Ninth Meteor Expedition of "Kosmopoisk" Completed

From April 28 to May 12, 2001, an expedition in the Kaluga region searched for a fallen cosmic body. The search involved 109 participants from Russia, Belarus, and Finland, divided into five detachments. On May 10, a group investigated reports of meteorite falls in the Bryansk, Kursk, and Oryol regions. A sample from the Oryol region was found and delivered to Moscow. The group also visited and filmed the Mtsensk caves, mapping and describing them for inclusion in an upcoming 'Encyclopedia of Mysterious Places'.

Announcement

This section announces a change in the contact phone number for the newspaper "Четвертое измерение и НЛО" and the Yaroslavl ufocenter to 25-95-77 (Yaroslavl code: 0852).

Government Pursues CLON-AID Company for Human Cloning

This article reports on the US government's actions against the Raëlian movement's company, CLON-AID, for attempting to clone a human. FDA representatives inspected a CLON-AID laboratory, and the company's project leader, Dr. Brigitte Boisselier, stated that they were working with legally permissible cow biological material. The US government warned that human cloning could not proceed without authorization. Boisselier asserted that the US government had no right to shut them down as they had not violated any laws. An FDA representative, Laurence Bacharik, confirmed that Boisselier had signed an agreement not to attempt human cloning in the US and not to conduct research with human eggs until legality is established by Congress or federal courts. The article notes that human cloning is banned in several states. The idea of human cloning gained attention in the US after Boisselier presented it to Congress in March 2001. The Yaroslavl ufocenter's department for human and animal cloning views the ban as an infringement on privacy and advocates for cloning to revive loved ones and improve the human race, potentially incorporating genetic engineering to eliminate hereditary diseases. They express readiness to collaborate with international experts like Dr. Boisselier, Dr. Severino Antinori, Dr. Richard Seed, and Japanese geneticists for large-scale human resurrection projects.

Ancient Civilizations and Extraterrestrial Contact

This section delves into the theories of Erich von Däniken regarding ancient civilizations and their potential connection to extraterrestrials. It discusses his book "Chariots of the Gods?" and his hypothesis that ancient astronauts experimented with creating intelligent beings to control human society. Von Däniken suggested that Sodom and Gomorrah were destroyed by atomic bombs and that Noah's Ark was equipped with a transmitter for communication with astronauts. The article presents photographs of a stele in Copán, Honduras, depicting figures in what appear to be spacesuits, as evidence. It also discusses the mysterious lines and figures on the Nazca plateau in Peru, suggesting they were created by extraterrestrials for landing and takeoff. The article mentions that areas where these lines converge have higher temperatures and can cause hallucinations. The 'Owl Man' figure is interpreted as a shaman who could transform into a bird. Von Däniken's further research allegedly uncovered skeletons with non-human skull shapes dating back 100,000 years. Local residents reportedly saw beings with 'golden shimmering skin' excavating minerals, loading them into spacecraft, and departing.

Unusual Conference in Italy

A conference on human cloning was held in Rome on March 9, 2001, where participants declared readiness for therapeutic cloning to treat infertility and allow infertile couples to have children. This statement came from Dr. Antinori (Italy), Dr. Panayiotis Zavos (USA), and Dr. Avi Ben Abraham (Israel). The article notes that cloning is illegal in Germany, Japan, and France but permissible in over 170 countries and 45 American states. It explains that a cloned individual would be genetically identical but their individuality would be shaped by environment and upbringing. The rapid development of cloning technology is expected to make it cheap and safe. The conference stressed that cloning should not be used for religious or political purposes. Dr. Antinori's group operates three fertility clinics in Italy, and initial cloning experiments were planned for April 2001, with a viable embryo expected within one to two years. They will not clone deceased children or famous people, leaving that to companies like "Clon-aid." Dr. Zavos warned against multiple clonings of the same individual, which could lead to abnormal connections between clones due to genetic screening of embryos.

UFO Explosions

This section compiles reports of unidentified flying objects exploding. One notable incident occurred in 1957 over Ubatuba, Brazil, where a shiny disc exploded, scattering fragments. Analysis of these fragments revealed a unique magnesium structure. Other reported explosions include incidents in Montana (1953, 1957), Utah (1962), Maryland (1965) in the USA, and in Mozambique (1960), Colombia (1968), and Peru (1971). A 1978 report from the French magazine "Lumieres dans la nuit" describes an explosion with unusual consequences. A 1978 incident in La Mamora, Bolivia, involved a glowing cylindrical object that exploded on a mountainside, creating a large crater. A damaged cylindrical object was later recovered. The article also mentions alleged UFO crash retrievals and the 'Majestic-12' document from 1952, which reportedly detailed a 1947 crash in New Mexico and a second crash in Mexico in 1950.

Fragments of the Destruction of the Dalnegorsk UFO

This part of the article focuses on the analysis of fragments from a UFO incident near Dalnegorsk, Russia. The fragments, found after a glowing ball exploded on a mountainside, were composed of rare earth elements and had unusual properties, including resistance to strong acids and extreme temperatures. They also exhibited changes in chemical composition upon heating. Researchers concluded that the material was not of natural origin and indicated a highly advanced technology. The presence of magnetized silicon slates, which were previously thought to be impossible to magnetize, also puzzled researchers. The article mentions that the fragments were analyzed by multiple scientific institutions.

Sensational Statement by Russian Scientists

On July 12, 2001, Russian scientists announced groundbreaking discoveries, including a special electrochemical process that yields high-temperature materials in a new state. This led to the discovery of a new state of matter, a new class of materials, a new energy source, a new method for generating cold plasma, and a new superconductor. These discoveries could lead to a range of inventions, including devices that produce electrical energy continuously without fuel, and the creation of lightweight, super-strong materials for various industries. The scientists also suggested that the new superconductor could enable 'effortless propulsion' systems, similar to those associated with UFOs. A letter detailing these findings was sent to the President of Russia.

UFOs Over Melbourne

On June 25, 2001, residents of Melbourne, Australia, observed a gray disc with six glowing lights for about two hours. The national space center formed a special group to investigate the reports.

UFO Traces Found in Adygea

On July 13, 2001, five concentric circles were discovered in a wheat field near Maikop, Adygea. The stalks within the circles were laid clockwise. A small depression in the center of the largest circle suggested that soil samples might have been taken. This was the second such occurrence in the area in four years. Similar crop circle phenomena have been reported in other parts of the world, including the UK and the US.

Subscription Announcement

This section announces the subscription drive for the second half of 2002 for the ufological newspaper "ЧЕТВЕРТОЕ ИЗМЕРЕНИЕ И НЛО." The subscription fee is 55 rubles, payable by postal order to Yu.A. Smirnov at a specified address in Yaroslavl.

Video Films on Ufology and Magic

A list of 11 video films available for purchase is provided, covering topics such as UFO sightings, parapsychology, ancient astronauts, magic, and paranormal phenomena. The films are described with brief summaries and pricing information.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently explores UFO sightings, alleged alien encounters, and the physical evidence associated with these phenomena, including crash debris and crop circles. It also delves into scientific and technological advancements, particularly in the realm of cloning and potential new energy sources, often linking them to extraterrestrial possibilities. The editorial stance, as indicated by the content and quotes, appears to be open to unconventional theories and investigations into the unexplained, while also engaging with scientific developments and societal debates like human cloning. The Yaroslavl ufocenter, as the publisher, actively promotes research and information sharing in these areas, as evidenced by their publications and events.