Cosmology Newslink - No 13

Magazine Overview

Title: COSMOLOGY NEWSLINK
Issue: 13
Date: Spring 1977
Price: 25p
Type: Non-profit magazine focused on ufology and related mysteries.

Introduction and Editorial Stance

The Spring 1977 issue of Cosmology Newslink (CNK), number 13, opens with a striking cover predicting "WORLD DISTURBANCES BY 1984" due to planetary alignment. The editorial, penned by Edward Harris, reflects on the challenges of producing the magazine, including mechanical failures and personal illness, which delayed production in 1976. Harris expresses gratitude to donors whose contributions are vital for CNK's survival. He also mentions compiling a 500-page encyclopedia on strange phenomena and thanks publishers for sending books for review. The editorial highlights a previous news feature on CNK by the Braintree & Witham Times and expresses hope for a better 1977 with the acquisition of a new typewriter.

Policy and Acknowledgements

CNK's policy states that the material represents the views of the writers and editor, and only accepts information aligning with its core aims. It explicitly excludes 'light centre material' unless proven. The magazine acknowledges receipt of various exchange magazines and thanks individuals like Elliot Bliss, Carol Halford Watkins, and Beryl Wallace for their financial support, which was crucial for producing this issue. The address for CNK is provided as 37, The Close, Dunmow, Essex, England, Cm6 1EW.

Cover Story: Planetary Alignment and World Disturbances

The cover prominently features an illustration depicting the alignment of planets (Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune, Pluto) with the Sun. A text box warns that as the planets move into alignment in 1982, their gravitational pull could cause massive solar storms, alter wind directions, reduce Earth's rotation, and trigger earthquakes. This is described as an event that occurs "Once every 179 years."

Letters from Readers and Correspondents

This issue includes a robust letters section, featuring correspondence from:

• Gene Duplantier (Canada): Expresses enjoyment of the cover and hopes for the editor's typewriter to be fixed. He also mentions the US having enough water after a drought.
• Roy Lake: Reports his resignation from the ESSEX UFO STUDY GROUP, noting that Ron Markwick and Dan Goring are now leading it. He expresses disappointment but wishes them well.
• David T. Prockter: Responds to Roy Lake's departure, sharing a similar past experience and suggesting Roy start a "clearing house" for UFO information.
• Andy Collins (Essex): Announces his resignation from research into ufology and his position as R.I.C. for the British UFO Research Association due to personal problems and a feeling of futility.
• David Commons (Epsom, Surrey): Comments on a previous issue, appreciating the article on Clapham Wood but suggesting more detail and visuals. He also inquires about obtaining a sample of powder from a sighting.
• Carol Halford Watkins (London): Writes about the Epsom and Ewell 'ball of fire' sighting and mentions Brinsley Le Pocr Trench's new role as founder-president of CONTACT. She also expresses hope for the magazine's continued success.
• Richard Monzieta (U.S.A.): Thanks CNK for a complimentary copy and shares his experience running a bi-monthly newsletter in the mid-1960s, understanding the challenges of material acquisition and production.
• Bob Blomville (London): Offers a job to the editor and criticizes CNK for not being politically minded, suggesting it should advertise more broadly.

UFO Forum and Sightings

• Beryl Wallace (Rochampton): Discusses the shaky state of UFO reporting due to media disinterest, referencing Jack Webb's programs designed to acclimate the public to UFOs. She also touches upon Carlos Castaneda's books about Yaqui sorcerers and the concept of "allies."
• News & Sightings:
• Dr. Allen Hynek in Britain (December 10th, 1976): Interviewed by ITN, Hynek states that 15 million Americans reporting flying saucers is too much evidence to dismiss. He discusses the U.S.A.F. releasing data on UFO cases, including a burnt patch in Iowa. Regarding creatures, he describes them as 2-4 feet tall with large heads and spindly bodies, prone to escape rather than communicate.
• Warminster Fountain Journal (November 1966): Reports a "GOLDEN DISC SEEN LOW OVER ELM HILL," described as metal grey, silent, with no wings or windows, emitting flashes that returned a signal automatically.
• APRO Bulletin (1972 case): Two people reported a bright star-like object that flashed and stalled their car, causing electrical problems.
• SPAIN (Fountain UFO Journal, May 5th, 1976): Two women in Seville saw a dark, oval-shaped metal cupola object emitting smoke.
• AFRO Bulletin (September 1976): Reports "UFO-JETS IN CHASE OVER TEHRAN," where two Iranian jets pursued a brightly lit UFO that outmaneuvered them, causing electronic failures. One pilot reported seeing a "bright object" detach from the UFO.
• Ball of Fire Mystery (January 15th, 1976): Seven people in Epsom and Ewell reported a 'ball of fire' sighting.
• UFO Alert on Isle of Wight (undated): Two sightings investigated by the Ministry of Defence, including a "rectangular hovercraft."
• UFO or Moon? (Michael Milton, January 1977): Michael Milton describes seeing an object resembling a half-moon shape.

Our Mystery World

This section, presented by Mike Milton, explores hidden mysteries. Milton has read evidence linking races like the Red Indians and gypsies to theories about the Hollow Earth, suggesting origins from there. He notes that strange mysteries are only now coming to light from the East, having been known and practiced for centuries.

Books Review

• "More Lives Than One" by Jeffrey Iverson: This book presents evidence of past lives recalled under hypnosis by individuals, detailing six separate lives of a Welsh housewife.
• "UFOLOGY" by James M. McCambell: Reviewed as a scientific viewpoint on UFOs, covering topics like space-craft emissions, electrical interference, and the possibility of two distinct alien races inhabiting vehicles.
• "The Cave of the Ancients" and other works by Lobsang Rampa: Janet Roberts writes enthusiastically about Lobsang Rampa, a Tibetan Lama, whose books offer insights into his culture, beliefs, and a philosophy that likens life to lessons in a classroom.

Other Notices

• Article Cancellation: An article about the Hills kidnap UFO case was cancelled due to lack of space.
• Bermuda Triangle: A report from The Sun Newspaper (October 19th, 1976) details the disappearance of the freighter Sylvia L Ossa in the Bermuda Triangle.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently explores UFO sightings, potential global threats linked to astronomical events, and alternative perspectives on reality, including reincarnation and metaphysics. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry into unexplained phenomena, with a strong emphasis on reader contributions and a commitment to presenting diverse viewpoints, even if controversial. There's a clear dedication to the subject matter despite production challenges, and a desire to foster a community of researchers.

Title: CNK
Issue: 13
Date: Approximately 1980 (based on content references to 1982 predictions and 1974 research).
Publisher: N/A
Country: United Kingdom
Language: English
Cover Headline: GRAVITY & ANTI-GRAVITY

Main Articles and Content

Gravity & Anti-Gravity

The issue opens with an article by Editor Edward Harris discussing the current state of anti-gravity research. Harris posits that true anti-gravity, as commonly imagined, may not be achievable within the current century. However, he introduces the concept of an 'other form of lift' that is not strictly anti-gravitation but could be achieved using gyroscopic and electrostatic principles. The article notes that creating such a lift would likely require atomic power to generate the necessary electricity for Cathod-Rays. Harris recounts his own research in 1974 on a prototype anti-gravity device, which he found was being simultaneously researched by another individual in Colchester, with differing approaches (vertical vs. horizontal planes).

He then brings attention to Professor Laithwaite, an inventor known for the 'lover-train,' who has been involved with these principles. Laithwaite reportedly stated that this technology could serve as an alternative power source for boats and spacecraft, potentially eliminating the need for retro-rockets. The article provides a practical experiment for readers to try: building two hinged arms on a rotating turntable, each fitted with electric motors and discs acting as gyroscopes. By spinning the gyroscopes in the opposite direction to the turntable's rotation, and once sufficient speed is achieved, the gyroscopes are said to lose their own weight and lift up, attempting to orbit themselves. While this demonstrates a loss of weight for the gyros themselves, it has not yet resulted in the object they are attached to lifting.

The Allende Letters & Dr. Jessup

A section titled 'The Allende Letters' compiles correspondence from various sources for the newcomer to the field. It refers to 'secret' letters sent to a Dr. M.K. Jessup on January 13th, 1956, which allegedly hinted at a U.S. Warship experiment that went disastrously wrong, leaving few traces. The article presents an extract from one of these letters, where the sender, Carlos Miguel Allende, responds to Dr. Jessup's request for proof of phenomena that could duplicate devices producing 'This phenomenon.' Allende questions why a second letter was sent and suggests that Dr. Einstein's Unified Field Theory was not retracted due to mathematics but due to 'Humantics.' He relays that Dr. B. Russell privately asserts the theory is complete but that humanity is not ready for it, possibly not until after World War III. Nevertheless, 'Results' from Dr. Franklin Reno are mentioned as having yielded good outcomes, including a 'good Physical "result"' which demonstrated complete invisibility of a ship. However, the Navy reportedly fears to use this result, despite it proving the Unified Field Theory to a certain extent.

Has Rita Telepathic Power?

This section details an experiment conducted by Edward Harris and Mike Milton involving Rita Harris, who is suggested to have telepathic abilities. During a 'let's try it session,' Rita reportedly scored between 99% and 100% direct hits when identifying drawn shapes and objects. The experiment involved Rita concentrating with her eyes closed while Mike Milton drew symbols and articles. The article highlights a specific instance where Rita accurately described a 'cross of a special shape' that was uniquely designed. The experiment also included telepathic communication over a distance of 20 miles, which was deemed fairly accurate. Mike Milton, who is studying telepathic communication, suggests that consistent practice could eventually lead to the discontinuation of the telephone.

1984' Line Up of Planets Warning

This article, credited to 'UFO CONTACT-Denmark,' warns of impending disasters in 1982, two years earlier than Orwell's predicted 1984. It cites a book, 'THE JUPITER EFFECT,' by English astronomer John Gribbin and American Stephen Plagman. Their prediction is based on the alignment of all nine planets in the solar system on the same side of the sun for the first time in 179 years. This alignment is expected to cause probable huge storms on the sun due to the planets' gravitational pull, leading to massive seismic upheavals and earthquakes. California, with the San Andreas Fault, is highlighted as a particularly vulnerable location. Beyond earthquakes, the article mentions potential side effects such as large sunspot storms, solar flares, altered wind directions, and changes in rainfall and temperature patterns. Despite the potentially dire predictions, one science fiction writer is quoted as saying it means 'the show of a lifetime,' referring to the Northern Lights, and suggesting it might be something special to look forward to.

Advertisements and Recommendations

The issue includes several advertisements and recommendations:

• THE ALTERNATIVE BOOKSHOP: Offers books on the strange and unknown, run by Pat Marlow & Val Hutcheon.
• FORESIGHT: A bi-monthly magazine on spiritual aspects, UFO content, and world events, costing 15p.
• INTERPLANETARY NEWS: Described as one of the best mixed material journals in the UK, covering UFO material, astronomy, space research, and science fiction.
• AN APPEAL: A plea to support 'MFO CONTACT,' a European UFO journal in danger of folding up. Readers are urged to subscribe.
• SKYWATCH: A publication offering UFO news, sightings, letters, advertisements, and articles for 20p per issue, with subscriptions available.
• NUFON NEWS: Provides updates on sightings and UFO logical data.
• CNK Availability: CNK is available at Mills Newsagents in Braintree, Essex, for 25p. Back issues are also available.
• Encyclopedia of the Strange and Unknown: A compilation is underway, expected to be around 500 pages. Interested readers are asked to register their interest.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue of CNK are centered around unexplained phenomena, fringe science, and speculative futures. The magazine explores concepts like anti-gravity, telepathy, and astronomical predictions of disaster. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry into these subjects, encouraging reader participation and investigation, while also acknowledging the speculative nature of some of the topics. The editor expresses gratitude to readers for their continued support through publishing difficulties and aims to keep the publication going despite challenges.