Cosmology Newslink - No 08

Magazine Overview

Title: COSMOLOGY NEWSLINK
Issue: 8
Date: APRIL-JUNE 1974
Cover Headline: A CREATURE FROM SPACE?

This issue of COSMOLOGY NEWSLINK, dated April-June 1974, focuses on the intriguing possibility of extraterrestrial life and mysterious phenomena. The cover boldly asks "A CREATURE FROM SPACE?", accompanied by a photograph of four men examining an object. Inside, the issue promises articles on UFO Propulsion Part 2, the 'Tasmanian Globster', and the emergence of new UFO groups.

Contents and Articles

Guest Editorial: My Work by Laura Mundo

Laura Mundo, a long-time UFO researcher and author, shares her personal journey into the field, beginning in December 1953. She recounts her involvement in bringing George Adamski to lecture and her subsequent efforts to disseminate information through newsletters and correspondence. Mundo details her own experiences, including a saucer sighting over her home in September 1954 and receiving a radio message from a spaceman. She also discusses the growing public belief in UFOs, citing a Gallup Poll, and her current writing project, a novel about the 'last days of civilization'. Mundo emphasizes that the space people do not use psychic means with humans due to our unstable global society and that their focus is on helping humanity.

Introduction

The introduction defines cosmology as the science of the Universe and explains that COSMOLOGY NEWSLINK was formulated to connect inter-related subjects and news that might shed light on earth's mysteries. The title was partly suggested by Patrick Dineen of Co. Kerry, Ireland.

Main Content

The issue features a diverse range of articles and reports:

• Guest Editorial By Laura Mundo: (Page 4)
• Miscellaneous News: (Page 8)
• A letter from Mark Dulieu of Fairport, New York, discusses a TV show about ancient spacemen and mentions the Bermuda Triangle. He also recounts a visit to the Rochester Planetarium and a show about UFOs.
• A short story titled "THE NIGHT BEFORE LIFTOFF" by Charlic Hixon & Mark Dulieu (both 12 years old) is included, featuring a Martian encounter with a rocket.
• UFO FORUM: (Page 10)
• The Mysterious Case of the Passenger Who Wasn't There: The editor recounts a story told by a bus driver from Walthamstow, London, about a passenger who boarded the bus, paid 5p, and then vanished before the bus stopped. This incident, which occurred to three drivers, resulted in a 5p shortage each time. The Essex UFO Study group is investigating.
• SIGHTINGS WORLDWIDE: (Page 11)
• Stansted, England: Ed. Harris reports seeing a peculiar ball of light fall silently onto Stansted Airport runway on April 22, 1974.
• Halifax, England: An eleven-year-old boy, Richard Stolly, reported a UFO flying south, described as long and thin with a wedge on top.
• Peterborough, England: Several people witnessed a flying craft with red and white lights hovering over Peterborough skies.
• Lincolnshire, England: Mr. John Spalding reported a mysterious bright light hovering above Washingborough on November 12, 1973.
• USA: John Gilligan, Governor of Ohio, reported seeing an amber-coloured 'Saucer' that gave off a vertical beam.
• CONCORDE IN UFO RIDDLE: (Page 12)
• Scientists revealed that a "FLYING saucer" was photographed from Concorde during a mission to observe a solar eclipse over Africa. Enlargements indicated the object was 650ft across.
• SCOTLAND: (Page 13)
• UFOs were reportedly seen by a reporter.
• MISSOURI, U.S.A.: (Page 13)
• Two soldiers reported a bright glowing spheroid pacing their car for about half a mile.
• RUMANIA: (Page 13)
• A book details a case from September 19, 1968, where an unusual, polyhedrical object hovered over the city of Cluj for four hours.
• CANADA: (Page 13)
• Colgate area residents reported seeing strange activities in the night sky, with objects described as not falling stars, maneuvering, and changing directions.
• NEW ZEALAND: (Page 14)
• Mr. C.T. East reported seeing a brilliant green spherical body rushing out of the sky with a streamer of light.
• Mr. G. Bennett reported a brilliant green cigar-shaped body shooting across his line of sight.
• UFO OVER HOKKAIDO, JAPAN: (Page 14)
• People in Hokkaido reported strange unidentified flying objects. A bright orange-coloured object the size of the moon was seen by fishermen. Junior high school students reported four flying objects like orange balls. A police officer reported a red object with black smoke falling into the sea.
• U. F. O Sighted OVER BANGKOK: (Page 15)
• Students Christina Leow and Lisanette Hansen reported seeing a UFO in a half-whip shape with lights. Two reporters also saw a UFO with flashing lights.
• SIGHTINGS FROM JAPAN: (Page 16)
• TOKYO TOWER: A high-school boy photographed mysterious objects over Tokyo Tower on September 19, 1973.
• TOYAMA CITY: 5-10 pale white objects appeared over Toyama City for nearly three hours on August 24, 1973.
• NAGI CITY, NORTHEASTERN JAPAN: A luminous object with a tail streaming was photographed by a police sergeant on July 9, 1973.
• YOMAGATA CITY: A few round objects shining in milky-white appeared over Mt. Ohmori for four hours.
• HANOI, N.VIETNAM: (Page 19)
• A glowing object, big as a truck, appeared in the night sky over Hanoi in autumn 1967.
• SPY IN SKY OVER HANOI?: (Page 19)
• A mysterious object, spherical and luminous orange, appeared over Hanoi, attracting missile fire but remaining motionless.
• CHINA: (Page 19)
• A strange object hovered over the outskirts of Kaifeng on October 28, 1961, and was photographed.

Other Sections

• U.K. CONTACTS, U.K. CORRESPONDENTS, SPECIAL CONSULTANTS, DISTRIBUTION: Lists of individuals and addresses for contacting the magazine and its contributors.
• FOREIGN CONTACT: Lists contacts in Canada and the USA.
• SUBSCRIPTION ADDRESS: Edward Harris, Editor, 37 The Close, Dwmow, Essex, England.
• RATES: Subscription rates for England, USA, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand are provided.
• CLASSIFIED ADVERTISEMENTS: Rates for advertising in CNK are listed.
• ADS: Information on joining the Essex UFO Study Group and UFO Report.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are UFO sightings from around the world, the possibility of extraterrestrial life, and the investigation of unexplained aerial phenomena. The editorial stance, as indicated in the "Footnote" on page 7, is to publish both sides of arguments without bias, acknowledging that articles may not necessarily reflect the editor's views. The editor expresses a commitment to scientific accuracy where possible but also acknowledges the subjective nature of some reports. There is a clear interest in documenting and disseminating information about UFOs and related topics, encouraging reader participation and contributions.

The magazine also touches upon broader cosmological concepts and the potential impact of celestial events, such as sunspots, on Earth. The inclusion of personal accounts and diverse international reports highlights a global interest in the UFO phenomenon.

This issue of CNK, dated May 3, 1974, focuses on unexplained phenomena, UFOs, and mysteries. The cover prominently features the headline "HAVE WE DESTROYED A CREATURE FROM SPACE?" accompanied by an illustration and diagrams of the "Tasmanian Globster."

Roy's Group - Means Business

The lead article, written by the editor, introduces the work of Mr. Roy Lake and his Essex UFO Study Group. The group gained momentum after a newspaper report about potential alien visitors led to increased public interest and new members. Roy Lake's group aims to investigate why other UFO organizations have failed to find answers, questioning whether sightings data is being lost or stored inefficiently. The group seeks cooperation rather than internal bickering. The article also reproduces a newspaper report from "The Advertiser" (May 3, 1974) titled "SKYWATCHERS PROBE THE GREAT SPACE MYSTERY. ARE THESE INVADERS FROM AN UNKNOWN PLANET?" by Madeleine Gill. This report highlights the ongoing debate and speculation surrounding UFOs, with the Essex UFO Study Group aiming to gather and disseminate facts. Mr. Ron Markwick, a Canadian consultant for the group, shares his lifelong interest in UFOs, recounting a personal sighting of a glowing, white floating mass. He discusses various types of UFOs, their characteristics, and mentions ancient Egyptian beliefs about "sun ships."

UFOs and Human Observation

Ron Markwick emphasizes that UFO sightings are reported by people from all walks of life, including scientists and pilots, but many are hesitant to share their experiences for fear of ridicule or job loss. He notes the significant investment by Americans in UFO projects, suggesting there must be substance to the phenomenon. Astronauts are also mentioned as being familiar with UFO sightings. Markwick questions how imagination alone can create radar traces and why military planes have pursued UFOs with disastrous results, lamenting the loss of ships and planes without debris.

The Tasmanian Globster Mystery

The issue features a significant article on the "Tasmanian Globster," a strange "sea monster" that has reportedly been suppressed by authorities. The article references a 1962 incident and a more recent discovery on a west coast beach in Tasmania. Mr. Ben Fenton, who found the recent specimen, described it as about eight feet long with a tough, leathery hide, but was reluctant to speculate further due to the controversy surrounding the 1962 finding. The article notes that "beach monsters" are common in the Tasman Sea, with some remaining unexplained. It touches upon the discovery of a beaked whale named TASMACETUS SHEPHERDI and a giant eel larva, suggesting these might be related to unexplained phenomena. The front cover photo depicts the Globster and mentions the involvement of naturalist G.C. Cramp and CSIRO scientists. The article highlights the "extraordinary official secrecy" and "double-talk" surrounding the Globster, noting that one tested sample defied analysis and was impossible to identify, concluding that it was definitely not a whale and lacked typical animal features like mouths or eyes, leading to speculation that it might be "OUT OF THIS WORLD."

Comet Kohoutek: Where Was It?

This section, by Edward Harris, discusses the widely anticipated Comet Kohoutek, which was not as bright as expected. Patrick Moore confirms it was visible but less so than predicted. The article includes an explanation from Michael Harris about the comet's expected brightness and speed. It also presents a theory from Contact (USA) suggesting Comet Kohoutek might be responsible for global turmoil, with a reversal expected around March. Novosti Information Services Moscow USSR provided details of systematic observations, noting that the comet was poorly situated for observation from Earth due to atmospheric conditions and the bright moon. Soviet physicists recreated the comet's behavior in a lab, suggesting a thick coat of cosmic dust on its nucleus prevented a powerful flare-up, but that internal pressure could cause a bright flare-up as it approaches the sun.

Enigma of the Missing

This article explores the phenomenon of mysterious disappearances of aircraft, ships, and people. It references thousands of reported cases, some with human explanations, but others that remain baffling. The story of David Lang, who vanished in the 1880s but was later heard crying for help from the spot of his disappearance, is recounted. Another case involves young Oliver Thomas, who disappeared in 1909, leaving only footprints that abruptly ended. The article suggests that if these disappearances are due to unknown forces or teleportation, there might be hope for developing equipment to trace the missing.

UFO Propulsion

This ongoing section discusses theories about how UFOs work. It references Kenneth Arnold's 1947 sighting of disc-shaped craft, which he later identified as experimental military aircraft (XF5U-2). The article debunks the idea that UFOs are extraterrestrial, proposing instead that they are part of a new U.S. government defense system. It also mentions Charles H. Zimmerman's 1941 design of a circular aircraft called the "Flying Flapjack."

News and Events

Brief news items include an announcement for a Space and Science Convention in Anaheim, California, on June 28-29, 1974. There is also a mention of Janet Busell inviting participation in an Ecology Committee.

UFO News and Foresight Magazine

A notice announces the reappearance of "UFO NEWS," a magazine offering 28 pages of information on UK and ufology, including articles, sightings, and research. It also promotes "FORSIGHT," a bi-monthly magazine concerned with the spiritual aspect of life, mysticism, philosophy, psychic phenomena, UFOs, and world events.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently explores unexplained phenomena, UFOs, and mysteries, adopting a stance that encourages investigation and the pursuit of truth over sensationalism. There is a clear interest in government cover-ups and the potential for scientific or technological explanations for these events. The editorial team, particularly through CNK, aims to uncover answers to Earth's mysteries and seems open to unconventional theories, as seen in the discussions on the Globster and UFO propulsion. The publication also highlights the importance of cooperation among different research groups.