Cosmology Newslink - No 17

Magazine Overview

Title: COSMOLOGY NEWSLINK
Issue: 17
Date: Winter 1977
Publisher: COSMOLOGY NEWSLINK
Country: United Kingdom
Price: 30p

This issue of COSMOLOGY NEWSLINK, the "Magazine of the Cosmos," for Winter 1977, addresses the profound question of whether NASA has found evidence of life on the Moon or in outer space, with the cover headline boldly proclaiming "contact with life in OUTER SPACE?" and questioning "Why doesn't NASA tell us the whole story ?". The magazine aims to link together mysterious subjects that lack answers and find conclusions about Earth's mysteries and those in outer space.

Editorial

The editorial, written by Edward Harris, wishes readers a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year, reflecting on 1977 as a year of significant unidentified flying object (UFO) activity. He notes the unusual sighting of an entity wearing a close-fitting track suit and hood, reported in several UFO journals, and speculates if it was related to crop spraying. Harris highlights that this issue attempts to round off 1977 with a comprehensive list of UFO sightings, with an unprecedented influx of reports suggesting preparations for a potential landing. He also mentions that any sightings not covered in this issue will be carried over to 1978 or potentially included in a supplement. The editorial also brings attention to President Jimmy Carter's directive for the National Aeronautical and Space Administration (NASA) to investigate flying saucer sightings, a move prompted by a surge in reports and letters to the White House. Furthermore, it reports on a pending lawsuit by Henry Rothblatt against the CIA, alleging the withholding of vital evidence related to UFOs since 1952, citing a report from THE SUN dated December 2, 1977.

Co-Editorial

David Prockter, the new co-editor, shares his first editorial, expressing regret over the closure of the "ABOVE & BEYOND BOOKSHOP" in Bishop's Stortford, which had been an efficient distributor. He explains that due to rising costs of paper and ink, the price of the magazine will increase from 25p to 30p, but in return, the page count will increase from 24 to 40. Prockter thanks everyone who helped keep the magazine going, especially Carol Halford Watkins from Canada and Beryl Wallace, Elliot Bliss, and Ed. O Hare for UFO material. He outlines his intention to follow investigative routes similar to the established "UFO NEWS" style, aiming to create a journal that informs, educates, entertains, and provokes thought, sorting "the wheat from the chaff." He emphasizes that CNK welcomes criticism and contributions from readers, and concludes with a message that "There is only one race on this planet - the human race."

Articles and Features

Introduction

Cosmology is defined as the science of the Universe as a whole. The title "COSMOLOGY NEWSLINK" was chosen to connect mysterious subjects lacking answers, with the goal of finding those answers and leading to conclusions about Earth's and outer space's mysteries.

Nostalgia and UFO / Flashback and Nostalgia

This section revisits an article by Fred O Gardner from Issue Number 1, titled "PHILOSOPHICAL VIEWPOINT ON FLYING SAUCERS: We remember. FLASHBACK AND NOSTALGA AND A UFO FOR 1977." Gardner, who had seemingly vanished, reappears with a UFO sighting reported by his wife. The sighting occurred on Friday, June 3rd, around 8:30 pm, in north Dorset. His wife, Christine, described a peculiar, shaking "jelly-like" sun and then pointed out a "white" object with "porthole windows" that was "beautiful" and "huge" but fading away. Fred was unable to see it but was struck by its odd behavior. The object was described as behaving like a jelly that was severely shaken.

Forum: A Brief Look at the History of Flying Saucers

This section provides a recap of the flying saucer enigma, tracing its history. It references an article from the February 1970 issue of "AWAKE!" magazine titled "WHAT HAPPENED to the FLYING SAUCERS." The article describes events starting in the summer of 1947, when a pilot saw "disk-shaped things" moving like "pie plates skipping over the water" near Mount Rainier, Washington. This was followed by numerous reports of lights in the sky, darting at high speeds, and radar operators detecting unusual blips. The term "flying saucer" became popular, though many objects were later termed "unidentified flying objects" (UFOs).

The article discusses speculation about the origin of these objects, including secret US testing of new vehicles or the arrival of visitors from outer space. It notes that the idea of extraterrestrial visitors was a major source of fascination, especially as humanity was preparing for space exploration.

Dunmow Woman Gets A 'Visitor' in the Night

This article details a sighting by Mrs. Nora Watson, a 70-year-old woman from Dunmow, Essex, on September 4th, 1977, around 11:30 pm. She described seeing a "flying saucer" from her bedroom window. The object was initially a bright, orangy light, like a "big light bulb," stationary over a wall. It then appeared as a "huge wheel," a "round wheel," with lights around its periphery resembling "orange electric light bulbs." Mrs. Watson estimated its size to be comparable to an aeroplane in length. She heard a sound like an aeroplane's engine, but softer, like a "soft purr" or "spinning top." She reported the incident to the Ministry of Defence, the RAF, and Stanstead Airport. The article includes a sketch drawn by Mrs. Watson, superimposed onto a photograph.

Sightings of U.F.O.s for 1977

This section provides a chronological list of UFO sightings reported throughout 1977, with contributions from various individuals and organizations. Notable entries include:

• January 1977: Mr. Michael Milton sights a crescent-shaped object near Cambridge.
• January 21: A Colombian airline pilot reports seeing UFOs much larger than an airliner at high speeds.
• February 20th: Reports of UFOs over sewage works in Telford, Shropshire, described as metallic saucer-shaped disks.
• February: A mystery cigar-shaped object with flashing lights is seen over East Howe.
• February 21st (Canada): A Montreal woman reports a saucer landing on an apartment building.
• February 25th: Daren Jones sees a bluey-greeny cigar-shaped light in Waltham Forest.
• April 13th: A woman and her children in Dale, West Wales, report a brilliant yellow orb with a silver tail chasing their car.
• April 29th: Two women independently report seeing a large, electric light bulb-like object hovering over Walthamstow.
• May 6th: "Ghostly 'electric light bulbs'" are seen in Walthamstow, described as two bulbs descending slowly.
• May 13th: Pilots report seeing UFOs like "battleships," described as large, cigar-shaped objects with flashing lights.
• May 24th: Mrs. June Cadman reports a "white glowing object" following her car on the M1 motorway, which then changed shape and landed nearby.
• May 27th: Two "flying saucers" making a loud, whirling noise are seen over the River Trent.
• May 29th: A mysterious light is reported over Poole, described as a bright light that moved rapidly.
• July 4th: Martin Tominey and Steve Bletch take photos of a "Mexican hat" type UFO in Hemstead, Herts.
• July 6th: Two North Yorkshire policemen report a "flying cigar" over Bradley.
• July 7th: Mrs. Audrey Kilby reports a "pink, glowing light" object over Hainault, accompanied by a smoky smell.
• July 8th: Two young UFO spotters in York report a "red light" object, described as a "boomerang-shaped flying saucer."
• July 9th: Mark Henshall blames a UFO for his motorcycle breakdown, reporting a strange purple light.
• July 19th: A cigar-shaped craft is reported over Arkasden Village.
• July 21st: A young girl sees a bright orange, crescent-shaped object in the sky.
• July 22nd: Farmyard animals are disturbed by two "star-like" UFOs hovering in the sky in Southampton.
• August 1st: A woman reports a UFO shedding stars over the Isle of Wight.
• August (?): A saucer-shaped UFO is reported hovering over Bluebell Wood in Dunmow, Essex.
• August 26th: A man in Harlow, Essex, sees a series of square lights and a long strip of light making a humming sound.
• October 28th: Police report a UFO over Salisbury, Wiltshire, described as oblong with a flat bottom.

Letters

This section includes letters from readers. Alan Hilton Smith congratulates the editor on the "Jubilee Issue." Carol Halford Watkins from Quebec, Canada, expresses enjoyment of the magazine and compliments the improved format and typing. She encloses clippings and mentions her interest in unusual natural mysteries like the Hollow Earth Theory and Black Holes. She also notes the article "Soldier Snatched by UFO" and wishes the publication continued success, estimating it has been publishing for about 20 years. A subsequent letter from Watkins mentions visiting England for Christmas and includes "silver strips" known as "Space Grass," found in areas after UFO sightings.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are UFO sightings, the possibility of extraterrestrial life, and potential government cover-ups. The magazine adopts a stance of open inquiry, presenting witness accounts and reports without immediate dismissal, while also encouraging critical thinking and reader contributions. There is a clear skepticism towards official explanations when they seem inadequate, as seen in the commentary on the meteor explanation for the flying saucers. The publication aims to be a platform for detailed reporting and discussion within the ufology community.

Title: CNK
Issue: 17
Volume: 3
Date: June 1978

This issue of CNK, a publication focused on UFO phenomena and related mysteries, features a "WHO'S WHO" section continuing its photo gallery of prominent figures in the field. It includes personal accounts, research updates, and discussions on scientific and speculative topics.

Letters and Contributions

The issue begins with letters from readers. Carol Halford Watkins writes about her upcoming article and sends seasonal greetings. Eliot Bliss mentions a hotel in North Wales offering UFO weekends and a chain letter. Fred O Gardner FRGS FIEC congratulates the magazine on its improved format and discusses his wife's UFO sighting, commending CNK for its sustained interest in the subject. He also provides information for the "Alternative Three" article, requesting a photocopy of a Canadian press clip.

Profiles of UFO Researchers and Personalities

The "WHO'S WHO" section profiles several individuals involved in UFO research:

• Laura Mundo: Described as one of the first people engaged in UFO research, she set up a civilian UFO centre, ran worldwide newsletters including THE EMERGENCY PRESS, INTER-PLANETARY NEWS, and MUNDO MONITOR, and authored books like FLYING SAUCER UPDATE. Her publications ceased after a long run.
• Gene Duplantier & Gray Barker: Pictured in an early 1962 photograph, Gene Duplantier was involved in UFO research from the start, producing Canada's first UFO magazine, SAUCERS SPACE & SCIENCE. Gray Barker also produced a UFO magazine and his press, SAUCERIAN PRESS, published books, including one on the "SILVER BRIDGE mystery" featuring the Mothman. Gene is noted as being active and producing UFOLK.
• Carol Halford Watkins: Her involvement with CNK began in 1969 when her magazine TOPSIDE was received. She named TOPSIDE after Wilbur B. Smith, who called space people "boys from Topside." TOPSIDE ceased publication in 1971 due to a personal tragedy. Carol is an early UFO researcher and writes for various books.
• Beryl Wallace: A long-time contributor to CNK, she is described as well-read and a "bookworm" with a vast library. She is concerned about cattle mutilations attributed to UFOs in the States and feels other UFO magazines have not addressed this issue.
• David Prockter: A 25-year-old member of the Essex Study Group and CNK voluntary staff, he was a former editor of UFO NEWS. He became interested in UFOs before any unusual sightings and co-founded the Leyton UFO research group. He has contributed to various UFO and space science journals and has interests in music, journalism, astronomy, and the occult.
• Lenny Randles: A ufologist and founder of the Northern UFO network (NUN), she has been instrumental in bringing UFO cases to public attention through media appearances. She has broken ties with BUFORA for personal reasons.

Obituary

Mr. Fred Soulthorp, an occult writer and contributor to CNK, passed away in 1974. He was in his 70s and had written articles on "Beyond Physical Sight." His daughter confirmed his death from a heart attack. CNK attempted contact with him posthumously via automatic writing, receiving a jumbled message.

Graveyards of the Galaxies: Into the Black Hole

This section, credited to THE SUNDAY TIMES MAGAZINE and Canadian WEEKEND Magazine, discusses black holes. It explains that black holes are the invisible remains of collapsed stars that consume everything. The article describes how a star collapses into itself, creating an immense gravitational pull that not even light can escape. It mentions the identification of a black hole, Cygnus X-1, in the constellation of Cygnus, which is 8,000 light years away. The process of black hole formation is detailed, involving the star's core imploding and becoming incredibly dense. The article also touches on the possibility of a spaceman being stretched apart by a black hole's gravity and the visual distortion of light near one.

UFO Reports and Newsflashes

This section compiles various UFO-related news items:

• Flying Object Puzzles Sam: A report from Brighouse Echo (October 14, 1977) describes a sighting in Clifton of two objects resembling soup plates joined at the edges, which hovered and then evaporated.
• Advertisements: The magazine apologizes for the lack of advertisements due to the amount of data produced, but thanks other publications. Souvenir Press is mentioned for publishing Eric von Däniken's "ACCORDING TO THE EVIDENCE."
• International Sightings: Brief reports from Germany and Sweden describe similar sightings of flying objects.
• Ray Palmer's Death: A sad newsflash announces the death of Ray Palmer, editor of FLYING SAUCERS magazine, in September 1977. He was born in 1910.

Bad Television? Good Science Fiction? Or The Plain Truth? - Alternative 3

This extensive section critically examines the ITV program "Alternative Three." It questions whether the program, which suggested missing British scientists were living on Mars, was a hoax or contained elements of truth. The article notes the program's documentary style and its simultaneous transmission in multiple countries. It highlights the presenter, Tim Brinton, who described the mystery as "fascinating." The program's nature as a "spoof documentary" is discussed, with comparisons to Orson Welles' "War of the Worlds." The article questions why the program was aired if it was purely fictional, especially given the "brain drain" of scientists. It suggests that the program may have raised suspicions about real events and the possibility of a cover-up.

• David Ambrose and Christopher Miles: The writers and director of "Alternative Three" are mentioned.
• Reactions: The program caused panic among some viewers who believed the story was true. The Daily Mail referred to it as a "Joke." The article questions the media's role in potentially misleading the public.
• Buzz Aldrin Connection: The article explores a potential connection between "Alternative Three" and astronaut Buzz Aldrin Jr., suggesting his post-Apollo 11 life and alleged censored mission transcripts might hold clues. It references Don Wilson's book "OUR MYSTERIOUS SPACESHIP MOON."
• Russian Moon Vehicle: The possibility of a Russian moon vehicle, like the LUNAKHOD, being the object seen on the moon is discussed, but the object in the photograph is noted as being different.
• Government Secrecy: The article implies that governments may be hiding information about UFOs and alien involvement, citing the suppression of evidence and the public's right to know.

Mystery of the Missing Investigators

This piece by David Prockter discusses how individuals involved in UFO research are sometimes "pestered" by unknown sources aiming to disrupt their studies. It recounts an instance in 1966 where CNK's editor and others were approached by men claiming to launch a new magazine called "Check Out," who then disappeared. The article also mentions the "Man in Black" phenomenon and the harassment of ufologists.

Pleased to Meet You - The York Astronomical Society

This section introduces The York Astronomical Society, formed in May 1972. It details the society's activities, including the construction of an observatory and regular meetings featuring talks on topics like Black Holes and astronomical data. It provides contact information for those interested in joining.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue of CNK include UFO sightings, the investigation of alleged government cover-ups, the scientific and speculative aspects of space phenomena (like black holes), and the personal accounts of researchers and witnesses. The editorial stance appears to be one of skepticism towards official explanations and a strong belief in the public's right to know the truth about UFOs and potential alien contact. The magazine champions the pursuit of evidence and challenges authorities to be transparent.

This document is a magazine issue titled "APOLLO 12's MYSTERIOUS ENCOUNTER WITH FLYING SAUCERS." The cover date appears to be November 14, 1969, with the publication year noted as 1977. The publisher is E. Harris, located in Dunmow, Essex, England. The magazine focuses on a reported UFO sighting related to the Apollo 12 mission.

Key Articles and Content

Apollo 12 UFO Encounter

The central theme of the cover is a reported encounter between the Apollo 12 mission and unidentified flying objects. On Friday evening, November 14, 1969, observatories across Europe reportedly sighted two bright, flashing unknown objects near the path of Apollo 12, which was en route to the Moon. Through large telescopes, one object was observed following the spacecraft, while another appeared to be moving ahead of it. Both objects were described as blinking on and off rapidly.

The following day, Saturday, November 15th, the three astronauts aboard Apollo 12—Pete Conrad, Dick Gordon, and Allan Bean—reportedly contacted Mission Control in Houston, Texas, to state that they had indeed spotted two unidentified objects, termed 'bogeys,' at a distance of 132,000 miles.

The cover also includes a statement that this issue of "CNK" (presumably the magazine's title or an abbreviation) has examined the overall UFO situation, including allegations of cover-ups and near cover-ups, as well as the broader question of life in space. It asserts that the credibility of authorities with the public is at stake and that the public should be informed.

Key Persons Mentioned

• Pete Conrad: Astronaut on Apollo 12 who reported sighting UFOs.
• Dick Gordon: Astronaut on Apollo 12 who reported sighting UFOs.
• Allan Bean: Astronaut on Apollo 12 who reported sighting UFOs.

Organizations Mentioned

• Mission Control: The entity contacted by the astronauts to report the sighting.

Locations Mentioned

• Europe: Where the initial UFO sightings were made by observatories.
• Houston: Location of Mission Control, where the astronauts reported their sighting.
• Dunmow, Essex, England: The address of the publisher.

Object Characteristics

The objects observed were described as bright and flashing, blinking on and off rapidly. Their distance was estimated at 132,000 miles. No specific shape, size, or speed was detailed, beyond their behavior of blinking.

Themes

• UFO Sightings
• Space Exploration
• Government Transparency
• Credibility of Authorities
• Extraterrestrial Life

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine appears to take a critical stance on official narratives regarding UFOs, suggesting a potential for cover-ups and questioning the transparency of authorities. The editorial emphasizes that the public is aware and that a lack of openness will damage credibility. The publication seems to advocate for more information to be shared with the public regarding the UFO phenomenon and the possibility of life beyond Earth.