Cosmic News - No 03

Magazine Overview

Title: COSMIC NEWS
Issue: III
Volume: I
Date: Undetermined, but likely 1956 based on content.
Publisher: Cosmic News
Country: USA
Language: English

Editorial Content

This issue of Cosmic News, Volume I, Number III, features a cover illustration of a flying saucer and presents a variety of articles and columns related to UFOs, ancient civilizations, religion, and telepathy. The co-editors are R. H. Neuberger and R. R. Pierce.

Editorial

The editorial, titled "If your thirty five years of age, have you wasted thirty five years of your life?", reflects on the purpose of human existence. It questions the human tendency to focus on worldly pleasures and material wealth over spiritual understanding. The author posits that the universe was not created by man, despite human technological advancements, and challenges the notion of human ultimate intelligence. The editorial suggests that humanity is on Earth to learn lessons of brotherly love and criticizes the disproportionate spending on alcohol, tobacco, and entertainment compared to religion. It uses the analogy of an automobile on a secondary road without a driver to describe humanity's current state, predicting a future collision with something significant. The address for Cosmic News is provided as Box 225, Strongsville, Ohio, with a subscription price of $1.35 per year. Readers are encouraged to send in questions for the "Question and Answer" page.

News

Under the "NEWS FLASH" section on page 5, a change in plans for a lecture by Gray Barker, hosted by the North Jersey U.F.O. Group, is announced. The lecture was rescheduled to May 24th and would be held at Griffith Auditorium, 605 Broad Street, Newark, New Jersey. Admission rates were 50¢ for members and $1.00 for non-members. The North Jersey U.F.O. Group is seeking information on flying saucers.

Questions & Answers

Q. By what means are flying saucers propelled?

A. The answer suggests that most people and scientists believe saucers use magnetic forces for power. It also proposes the possibility of solar power and references Ezekiel's vision in the Bible, which describes lightning and hot coals on the ground, interpreted as a powerful stimulant. The case of a Boy Scout Master in Florida is mentioned, where a saucer-like craft landed, leaving a perfectly round burnt spot on the ground, indicating a force that does not burn the ground but causes radioactivity and can alter genes in plants and animals. This could have been done to prove their existence.

Telepathy Possible?

This section explores the connection between telepathy and flying saucers. The author believes that if more people could learn telepathy, physical and mental contacts with beings from saucers could be made. It notes that many colleges teach courses in mental telepathy. The article "TELEPATHY POSSIBLE?" on page 3 discusses saucers resembling wheels, clouds, and sometimes red chariots. It mentions the word "saucer" appearing 350 times in the Bible and references Atlantis and Mu. The author speculates about ancient civilizations possibly being more advanced than ours, citing evidence like tablets and golden thread found in coal mines, and the construction of the pyramids, possibly lifted by magnetic power. The article suggests that past civilizations collapsed due to wars, possibly caused by destructive purposes of magnetic power, leading to conditions like baldness and disease. It speculates that the Basque people in California might be connected to Atlantis and that war destroyed the minds and intelligence of people, forcing them into a "stone age." The author also connects the presence of saucers and the coming of Jesus to save humanity from sin, suggesting a need for outside help.

On page 8, the "IS TELEPATHY POSSIBLE?" section continues, discussing biblical interpretations. It suggests that Jesus may have gone to another planet and will return, and that true peace on Earth will only come with His return. The concept of Heaven is explored, questioning if it refers to life itself rather than material wealth. The article references a "NEW Heaven and new Earth" from the Bible, implying a cleansing and renewal. It suggests that humanity might have lived before and been punished for sins, leading to their current existence on an "exile planet." The author posits that advancement in outer space might involve different time dimensions, and that time is a "split second in God's" perspective.

How to Form Your Saucer Organization

Page 4 provides a guide on forming a saucer organization, emphasizing the importance of having interested people, a code of pledges, participation in lectures, sponsoring lectures, and seeking out individuals with saucer sighting experiences. It encourages the formation of more organizations to advance saucer research. It also instructs newly formed organizations to contact Cosmic News for monthly forms to share research findings and activities, which will be published in the magazine.

Letter to the Editors

A letter from a lecturer and actor/author states that flying saucers (eleven types and shapes) have landed in South Africa, Congo, and Australia, and possibly the United States, suggesting they might be American experimental craft. The writer inquires about the availability of past issues of Cosmic News.

Co-Editor R. Pierce of Cosmic News Has Saucer Sighting

On April 3, 1956, at 7:20 p.m., Co-Editor R. Pierce reported seeing a bluish white object in the northwestern sky. The object, about the size of a half dollar, moved up and down, back and forth, and in circles before stopping for fifteen seconds and then shooting away. Mr. Pierce was consciously looking for UFOs at the time.

Something to Think About

This section notes a significant three-and-a-half-day fog in Strongsville in March 1955, the longest on record for the area, and questions if it was connected to flying saucers. It mentions that this fog was similar to reports in Mr. Jessup's book.

Peace on Earth?

This article discusses the belief that beings in saucers have experienced war and may have solved the problem of segregation. It criticizes the segregation faced by people on Earth based on color and asserts that man is created as an individual regardless of race, color, or creed, referencing the Bible. The author quotes a newspaper article stating, "The South Shall Rise Again, save your confederate money boys," and expresses concern over the unjust treatment of colored people in the South. The article calls for unity and love, stating that peace is impossible until hate is eliminated and that this must be solved before humanity ventures into outer space.

One Time, One God, More About Ezekiel

This section delves into the biblical figure Ezekiel and his visions, particularly concerning "wheels" and "living creatures." The author draws parallels between Ezekiel's belief in one God and advanced intelligences from outer space, suggesting a connection between Earth's history and outer space. It interprets Ezekiel's descriptions of creatures (lion, calf, man, eagle) as representing superior intelligence and understanding of human emotions. The article also references Revelation, Chapter 4, verses 6-8, and suggests that predictions in the Bible were meant to prepare humanity for contact with extraterrestrial beings. It posits that the current age is when these predictions are manifesting.

What About Fry?

This article investigates the claims of a Mr. Fry, who stated he rode in a flying saucer and was a rocket technician at White Sands, New Mexico. Investigations revealed that White Sands had no record of him working there, despite Mr. Fry possessing records to prove it. A TV program where Mr. Fry was tested with a lie detector indicated his story was true. However, the article raises suspicion, suggesting Mr. Fry may have been experimenting with lie detectors to manipulate the results. It also considers the possibility that White Sands personnel might be under orders to dismiss such inquiries.

Mental Telepathy

This section, continued from page 5, reiterates that telepathy is crucial for communication with beings in saucers. It suggests that mastering this art requires extreme concentration from both sender and receiver and that widespread learning of telepathy could lead to physical and mental contacts.

Page 10 - Cont. Questions & Answers

This part of the "Questions & Answers" section continues the discussion on flying saucer propulsion. It mentions that radioactivity from saucer landings can alter genes in plants and animals, and that these effects could be intentional demonstrations of existence. The address for "The Saucerian Bulletin," an early saucer publication edited by Gray Barker, is provided. Gray Barker is also the author of "They Knew Too Much About Flying Saucers." Readers are invited to report saucer sightings and submit questions. The magazine offers to help obtain Barker's book.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue of Cosmic News are the existence and nature of flying saucers (UFOs), the potential for telepathic communication with extraterrestrial beings, and the interpretation of religious texts, particularly the Bible (Ezekiel and Revelation), in the context of UFO phenomena and ancient civilizations. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry into these subjects, encouraging reader participation and the formation of research groups. There is a strong undercurrent of spiritual and philosophical reflection, questioning human purpose and societal values, and suggesting that extraterrestrial contact may hold answers or be linked to divine plans. The magazine also touches upon social issues like segregation and advocates for peace and brotherly love.

Title: RADIO MESSAGES FROM JUPITER
Issue Date: March 23, 1956
Content: This two-page spread discusses a report of radio messages received from Jupiter and the subsequent scientific interpretation, alongside other related topics such as telepathy and biblical prophecy.

Radio Messages from Jupiter

The article begins by detailing a radio message made between 7:45 and 8:00 AM on March 23, 1956. It reports that scientists at the American Astronomical Society meeting in Columbus were treated to radio recordings of messages from Jupiter. However, J.K., the director of the radio observatory at Ohio State, stated that "the sounds are nothing to get excited about." He explained that the rumbles and clicks were apparently caused by electrical discharges and not by "Jovians trying to start an interplanetary conversation."

The author of the article expresses skepticism about this explanation, viewing it as a "substantial statement just as a electrical discharge explanation." The author implies that the director has not thoroughly considered the radio communication recording. The article questions the opinion of a single man, likening it to asking one person how the world should be run, and suggests that radio news commentators should seek the general opinion of a group.

A critical point raised is: "If the radio recordings were electrical discharges, why then did we not get them ever since the invention of the radio?" The author feels that anything bringing about the possibility of space life is "always explained away." The work done in this radio announcement is recognized, with a concluding remark that "We can be pretty sure" of its significance.

On page 12, the article continues this discussion, stating that the radio recordings are indeed from Jupiter and that there have been many other such reports from Jupiter and other planets. The author advises that when news arises about the possibility of space life, and a news commentator tries to explain it away to natural causes, "the best policy would be to let it come in one ear and let it go out the other." The article concludes this section by stating that when such events happen in the future, the main basis of the story should be considered true, as in this case.

Is Telepathy Possible?

This section, continuing from page 8, discusses the nature of time. It suggests that time is "really non-existent, only existing in worlds such as our own." The author wonders how to "bring more saucer information out" and suggests that the "secret is to do much Biblical research and try to relate it to our times." The article posits that by examining each verse of the Bible with an open mind, one can learn "many secrets yet not seen or thought of."

One Time, One God, More About Eziekiel

Continuing from page 9, this section suggests that "saucers will have something to do with the end of time on Earth." It notes that many people are beginning to understand this, but the topic is too deep to fully explore in the current publication, though it will be covered later in the year. The article then directs readers to Eziekiel, pointing out a phrase where Eziekiel states, "He cameth inside me and spaketh with me." This is interpreted as the visitor talking to Eziekiel in some form of telepathy. The article invites new views on Eziekiel to be sent to "Cosmic News, Box 225, Strongsville, Ohio" for potential publication.

Letter to the Editors

This section, from page 4, includes a postscript (P.S.) from a letter to the editors. The letter questions whether "saucers come from outer space" and calls the authors "liers." The writer asserts that the "only one from outer space are signs from Heaven (the Bible) that Christ's coming is neat." The letter states that these signs "travel 36,000 miles a hour." The article notes that this letter was received as written from one of their "would-be subscribers."

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue include the interpretation of unexplained phenomena, particularly radio signals from space, and the skepticism often applied by mainstream science. There is a strong undercurrent of questioning official explanations and a belief that potential evidence of extraterrestrial life is frequently dismissed. The editorial stance appears to favor open-mindedness towards such possibilities, contrasting with the scientific skepticism presented. Furthermore, the issue integrates a spiritual or prophetic perspective, linking UFO phenomena to biblical interpretations and the end times, suggesting that the Bible holds secrets relevant to understanding these modern mysteries.