Chetvertoye Izmereniye - 2002 No 06

Magazine Overview

This issue of "ЧЕТВЕРТОЕ ИЗМЕРЕНИЕ НЛО" (Fourth Dimension UFO), issue number 6(171) from 2002, published by the Yaroslavl UFO Center named after F. Yu. Zigel, focuses on a variety of paranormal and extraterrestrial phenomena. The cover prominently features the "Kyshtym Humanoid" and reports on UFOs in Russia, with a specific mention of "Ural customs officers searching for an alien."

The Kyshtym Humanoid: An Enduring Mystery

The lead story revisits the case of the "Kyshtym Humanoid," first reported in issue No. 8 of "ЧЕТВЕРТОЕ ИЗМЕРЕНИЕ И НЛО" in 1997. The article details the discovery of a strange, small creature by Tamara Vasilievna in the Kyshtym area in 1957. Today, the story has a continuation: according to some sources, the mummy of "Aleshenka" was lost, while others claim it is being offered for sale in Japan for $200,000. The magazine notes that the creature was real, but its subsequent fate remains a subject of speculation.

A 40-minute segment on the Japanese channel "Asahi TV" is mentioned, where a film crew searched for traces of the humanoid found in the Kyshtym region. The creature, no more than 50 cm tall, with thin arms, a cone-shaped head, and large eyes, is linked to mysterious events. The woman who sheltered "Aleshenka" was found dead, and a police officer investigating the case reportedly suffers from sleep deprivation. Ural journalists who contacted the mummified creature allegedly developed strange illnesses. Mr. Ogawa, the director and producer of the Japanese film, expresses an 80% belief in the existence of unexplained phenomena in nature, based on numerous witness accounts.

Further details emerge about the creature's discovery. It was found by the mentally ill Tamara Vasilievna Prosvirina in the village of Kaolinovy. The creature, described as having a helmet-like head with four petals, a keel-shaped fold resembling a nose, and iron-like skin, was found wrapped in cloth. One version states it was found during a thunderstorm at a new cemetery, another that it was found near a school, seemingly lost. Investigators V. Bendlin and E. Mokichev were among the first to see it. It was described as a small, 25-30 cm long human-like skeleton covered in skin, with large eye sockets and no earlobes. It was reportedly seen alive and ate food left in the room. After the woman was hospitalized, the creature was left alone and later found dead by V. Nurtdinov, who allegedly preserved it by drying it, possibly with the intention of selling it.

The article also presents conflicting accounts. Sverdlovsk director Vasily Goloshchapov claims the mummy of the alien from the Urals is long gone and that recent reports of its sale to "Asahi TV" for $200,000 are a journalistic hoax. He states the remains were found in 1996 near the Kyshtym city cemetery. The woman who found it, calling it "Alesha," kept it for two months before it died. Police investigations yielded only operational video footage as evidence. An autopsy revealed the creature was not of human origin. According to Goloshchapov, the mummy was taken by Galina Semenkova, who identified herself as the chief ufologist of the Urals. Semenkova claimed that while transporting the mummy to Yekaterinburg, a UFO descended and took the alien back. Goloshchapov doubts this story, suggesting the mummy was likely destroyed by time due to improper storage, a significant loss for science. He believes the sale rumors are a PR campaign by "Asahi TV" to boost interest in their film.

UFO Sightings and Phenomena

The magazine features a section on "Crop Circles: A New Type in the Netherlands." Dutch researchers Bert Janssen and Robert Boerman investigated a report from a farmer in Gelderland about 200 meters of corn stalks being cut at the tops without any visible tracks. Similar incidents were noted in 1998. The stalks were found to be drier than the surrounding field, with some missing entirely and others appearing to have been cut and reinserted into the soil. The marks left in the soil resembled those of pincers.

Another section, "UFOs Attack People, There Are Victims," reports on alleged UFO activity in Uttar Pradesh, India. Villagers claim that spheres emitting red and blue lights have been visiting at night, causing deaths and severe injuries, including one man whose abdomen was reportedly torn open. Similar incidents of cattle mutilation are reported in Argentina, where over three hundred heads of cattle were found completely exsanguinated with organs removed with surgical precision. The magazine notes that this phenomenon may be spreading to Russia, citing a report from Krasnodar about three rabbit kits found "strangled" with their ear tips cut off, with a glowing ball seen escaping from under their enclosure.

UFOlogy and Cloning Debates

The issue includes an interview with ufologist V. G. Azhazha, who claims that approximately 300 million people are involved in UFO abduction programs, with every child experiencing a brief abduction between the ages of 3-4 for genetic assessment. He suggests that one in ten people are selected for further abductions in adulthood for the collection of reproductive material. He also mentions that UFOs can pass through walls and induce sleep.

In contrast, ufologist Anton Alexandrovich Anfalov publicly recants his previous claims about Russian military hiding crashed UFOs and alien bodies. He apologizes for spreading disinformation and states that extensive research has confirmed no such stockpiles exist in Russia. He attributes his past claims to being misled by psychics and contacts, and expresses regret for damaging the reputation of ufology and falsely accusing individuals.

The magazine also touches upon the controversial topic of human cloning. It reports that Iran is experimenting with human cloning, with the CIA expressing concern. Iran claims to have no knowledge of such experiments and states it lacks the necessary resources. However, Iran is noted as the only country where human cloning is legally supported under healthcare. Russia has implemented a temporary five-year ban on human cloning, with potential for extension or repeal. The article also mentions a new, cheaper cloning method developed by Gabor Vajta from Denmark, which significantly reduces costs and increases survival rates compared to the traditional method used for Dolly the sheep.

Embryologist Dr. Severino Antinori claims to be conducting human cloning experiments in secret, with a woman nine weeks pregnant with a cloned embryo. He states that the DNA of a man was transferred into a woman's egg cell, and the resulting embryo was implanted. He is collaborating with American doctor Panos Zavos. The project reportedly involves around five thousand infertile couples. Antinori dismisses concerns about premature aging, citing advancements in genetic technology.

Other Reports

There are reports of a metallic sphere falling in Brazil, weighing about 30 kilograms and measuring 60 cm in diameter. The Brazilian Air Force has taken possession of it for further study, with initial theories suggesting it might be satellite debris, though similar unexplained sphere falls have occurred globally.

A large, bright, unidentified flying object described as a "ship" was sighted in Argentina, hovering for 40 minutes and causing electrical disruptions. Residents in the area have reported similar sightings since 1999, always occurring in July and August.

The magazine also includes a notice about the 40th anniversary of the Museum of Military and Labor Glory at Yaroslavl Secondary School No. 36 and an announcement for subscriptions to the newspaper for 2003.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently explores themes of UFO sightings, alien encounters, unexplained phenomena, and the potential for extraterrestrial life. There is a clear interest in investigating alleged evidence, from physical traces to witness testimonies. The editorial stance appears to be open to the possibility of these phenomena, while also acknowledging skepticism and the need for scientific investigation, as seen in the conflicting reports and expert opinions presented. The inclusion of cloning debates highlights the magazine's engagement with cutting-edge scientific and ethical issues that intersect with paranormal and futuristic concepts.