Cosmos Express - Vol 1 No 05 - 1972

Magazine Overview

Title: COSMOS - EXPRESS
Issue: Vol. 1, No. 5
Date: August 1972
Price: 20¢

This issue of Cosmos Express delves into profound themes of life, death, and the unknown, blending spiritualist perspectives with scientific inquiry and reports of unexplained phenomena.

What is Death?

The cover story, "WHAT IS DEATH", features a quote from Mrs. Jean Rosenberg stating that death is not to be dreaded but is a glorious rebirth into a new life. The article elaborates on the concept of the 'Soul' or 'Ego' withdrawing from the physical body into a 'Spirit body' or 'Astral body' connected by a 'Silver Cord'. It describes the transition as a natural process, often painless, where the individual regains consciousness in a new, lighter body, feeling free and alive. The text draws upon the testimony of Andrew Jackson Davis, an American clairvoyant, who graphically described the process of death and the soul's departure. The article emphasizes that death does not transform one into an angel or demon, nor does it grant immediate wisdom, but rather provides a new body and surroundings.

Antigravitation: Pass Key to Galaxies

Authored by Michel Morin, this section explores the scientific pursuit of antigravitation. It begins by questioning the absolute constant of the speed of light, referencing Dr. Pages's researches which suggest that the speed of the associated wave could be null at the extremity of our galactic field, potentially allowing for infinite acceleration of particles. This hypothesis, if confirmed, would revolutionize space travel, making interstellar exploration feasible. The article notes that Germans, Russians, and Americans have been working on this problem for 15 years, citing a 1955 "New York Herald Tribune" article about advancements in piercing the secret of weight and universal gravitation. It also mentions a confirmation from Georges S. Timble of the Glen L. Martin Co. regarding the potential for gravitational propulsion. A 1960 conference in Dubua, directed by Bruno Pontecorvo, is mentioned, along with the tragic death of Professor Kasitza and six technicians in an explosion during research on degravitation. Professor Alexander Mihlaiof presented a report on scientific experiments, and Professor Michail Potgo-resky's group exposed works on antigravitational forces. The article suggests that antigravitation might be a property of antimatter, which would exert repulsion rather than attraction. A NASA spokesman in 1968 confirmed that rockets are the only way to propel astronauts, but antigravitation theory appears to be the only technique capable of assuring optimal conditions for interplanetary voyages. Dr. Pages's plans for a 'ROCKET FOR COSMIC FLIGHTS' were patented in 1960 but faced financial difficulties and opposition from the scientific establishment.

Giant Grasshoppers Over La Tuque

Written by Patrick Caldwell, this article recounts a mysterious incident near La Tuque, Quebec. On May 30, 1971, a resident reported seeing a huge, metallic glowing 'thing' hover and land near rusted railway tracks. The man approached the object and was struck by a ray, causing him to collapse and lose consciousness. When he recovered, the object was gone. Subsequent investigation by the Quebec Provincial Police and the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) found the terrain where the object landed to be burned, with scorched leaves on a nearby tree and strange, symmetrical imprints. The article questions how these traces could have been made and suggests the RCMP may have 'erased all traces of the landing'. The imprints were described as twelve square imprints in pairs of three, suggesting a tripod configuration, approximately two inches deep. The witness, when questioned, stated, "I don't stumble for the mere foolishness of the act you know!" Reliable sources informed the author that the witness was given a "shut-up sentence" after questioning. The conclusion suggests this case might be comparable to the Betty and Barney Hills incident.

Hypnosis

Authored by Susan Furcell, this piece describes a session where a 25-year-old woman, Sabina Wengier, relived her fifth birthday party with the help of hypnosis. Students at McGill University observed as the woman, guided by hypnotist Mr. Spivak, regressed through time, experiencing forgotten incidents and emotions. The article highlights how Mr. Spivak used hypnosis as an aid in probing the subconscious, noting that the woman's Yiddish language skills resurfaced. During the regression, she expressed a desire not to be projected into the future, stating, "No. No. I'm 25." Mr. Spivak noted that resistance to hypnosis is uncommon.

Cosmos Express in Brief

This section provides a series of short news items:

• Moscow: The Soviet Union announced the successful soft landing of its Venus 8 spacecraft on July 22, 1972, reporting a searing, hot world with a dense atmosphere. Data was radioed back for 50 minutes.
• Himalayan Kingdom: King Jigme Dorji Wangchuk of Bhutan died on July 21, 1972, in Nairobi, India. He had been working to modernize the Buddhist state.
• Campbell's Bay, Quebec: Mrs. Donna Mercer reported observing a mysterious, brightly luminous object in the sky for four successive nights. The object was described as red-topped and displaced too quickly to be a satellite. The incident attracted about 30 people each evening.
• London, England: Clairvoyant Madam Jaye reported receiving mysterious and obscene telephone calls.
• New York, N.Y.: Physicists are questioning the reliability of yardsticks used for estimating distances to galaxies, as observations have revealed objects moving faster than light and exhibiting unexplained energy output. Theories suggest that atoms were lighter and gravity stronger in the past, or that matter is entering our universe from others.
• Reuter - Sydney: Dr. Murray Johns, a sleep expert at Melbourne's Monash University, discussed the mystery of sleep, stating that the quality of sleep, rather than the duration, determines how one feels. He noted that sleep quality decreases with age and that there are wide variations in individual sleep needs.

Editorial

The editorial reflects on the limitations of science in understanding the universe, despite its achievements. It notes that science often bypasses the essence of things, leading to greater unknowns. The editorial suggests that few scientists dedicated to UFO research are not themselves in the dark, often resorting to the word "PROBABLE." Cosmos-Express aims to travel parallel to science but not exclude it, recognizing that Mankind is moving towards something that science cannot provide.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently explores the intersection of the spiritual, the unexplained, and the frontiers of scientific understanding. It champions alternative perspectives on phenomena like death and UFOs, often challenging conventional scientific dogma. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry, seeking to bridge the gap between empirical science and phenomena that lie beyond its current scope, suggesting that true understanding may lie in areas science has yet to fully explore.