CUFORG - Vol 2 No 05 - 1981 03

Magazine Overview

Title: Cambridge U.F.O. Research Group Newsletter
Issue: Volume II, Issue No. 5
Date: March, 1981

This newsletter from the Cambridge U.F.O. Research Group provides updates on the group's activities, reports on UFO sightings, and promotes upcoming UFO-related events and conventions.

January Meeting and Convention Attendance

The January meeting of the Cambridge U.F.O. Research Group focused on a discussion of "dead alien body photographs," with the full case having been presented in the December newsletter. Cliff Cunningham attended the annual convention of the American Association for the Advancement of Science in Toronto during the first week of January 1981, where he gave a short talk and presented slides.

Upcoming UFO Conventions

• The newsletter lists several upcoming UFO conventions:
• APRO Symposium: Titled "Are We Alone in the Universe?", this three-day event will be held in Cleveland, Ohio, from June 12-14. Further details can be obtained by writing to APRO at 3910 East Kleindale Road, Tucson, Arizona, 85712.
• MUFON Symposium: This will take place at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology in Cambridge (Boston), Mass., on July 24-26, 1981. More information is available from MUFON at 103 Oldtowne Road, Seguin, Texas, 78155.
• 1982 MUFON Symposium: Notably, the 1982 MUFON Symposium is scheduled to be held in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, marking a first for the event.

UFOHIO '81 Invitation

An invitation is extended for UFOHIO '81, to be held at the Marriott Inn-Airport in Cleveland, Ohio, from June 5-7. The program's theme is "The Case For Aliens," aiming to explore various facets of the UFO mystery and develop a theoretical model. Key questions to be addressed include the prevalence of extraterrestrial visitations, recent crashed disc reports, the motive behind cattle mutilations, and the increase in abduction reports. The Marriott is offering special room rates for APRO members and referrals. A registration form is provided, with options to pay by check, money order, or charge ($30.00 fee).

Waterloo Sighting Report

A UFO sighting occurred on November 16, 1980, at approximately 5:30 PM on Lawrendale Street, Waterloo. The witness, walking into her kitchen, noticed unusual lights and called her husband. Together, they observed a large, elongated shaped object hovering in the northeast sky. The object displayed steady orange, yellow, green, red, and blue lights around its middle and appeared dark in color. It was estimated to be the size of a fifty-cent piece held at arm's length and hovered about 50 feet above treetop level, over the Grand River, at a 45-degree elevation. The object remained motionless for 15-20 minutes before vanishing. The Waterloo/Wellington Airport Weather Office reported no unusual aerial activity. The comments concluded that nothing man-made nor astronomical fit the description, deeming the object "Unidentified."

Abduction and MIB Incident in Canada

This section details a CE III case and a possible Men in Black (MIB) incident, investigated by CUFORN in Toronto. The report, authored by Lawrence J. (Larry) Fenwick and Joseph Muskat, Co-Directors of the Canadian UFO Research Network (CUFORN), describes events that occurred in August 1979.

Initial Sightings and Abductions:

The third and fourth reported abductions of humans by UFO entities in Canada took place on August 4, 1979. The abductees were a 14-year-old girl and a 43-year-old man. The girl was aboard for 15 minutes, and the man for an unknown duration. The investigation was conducted by CUFORN, Canada's largest UFO investigation group. Evidence included matted-down grass, residual radiation, physical effects on one abductee, an MIB visit, and an independent observer who saw the UFO moving to the abduction site.

A series of UFO sightings leading to these abductions began on the evening of Thursday, August 2, in the eastern part of Toronto, Ontario. Simultaneously, similarly-shaped UFOs were reported in Northwestern Kansas and Southwestern Nebraska, USA, approximately 1150 miles away. Articles about these sightings were sent to CUFORN by member John Musgrave.

CUFORN Profile:

CUFORN was founded in December 1977 and comprises 55 members across five countries, with expertise in various scientific fields. CUFORN's policy is to avoid contacting the media, which they believe distorts and exploits UFO events, to prevent crank calls and harassment.

Detailed Account of August 2nd Events:

On August 2nd, seven teenagers, 13 parents, and one young boy were involved. They observed six UFOs, two of which were arrowhead-shaped. At 9:50 PM, Sarah saw something in the sky and, with two girlfriends, went to a nearby field. Two lights were hovering near high-tension power lines, then rose and moved south and north. Cathy's father also saw one object. Later, Cathy spotted two arrowhead-shaped objects moving backward. A minute later, Sarah and Jackie observed a black cigar-shaped object with white lights and a green light at one end, following an arrowhead-shaped UFO at about 500 feet elevation, emitting a low-power generator sound. At 9:55 PM, an oval-shaped object with a green haze and four curved legs appeared, with red and yellow lights. It hovered over a school roof, measuring 12-15 feet in diameter and about six feet in height. Another girl, Jodi, saw this object and felt paralyzed and began to cry upon approaching the school wall.

The teenagers were joined by their parents, who did not see the oval object but did see the arrowhead and cigar objects. The crickets in the vicinity stopped chirping during the incident. The oval object lifted off the roof, hovered, and disappeared at 10:05 PM, after which the crickets resumed chirping. Sarah, who normally sleeps 4-5 hours, slept 12 hours that night with no dreams.

Detailed Account of August 3rd Events:

On Friday, August 3rd, at 9:50 PM, the same observers, plus Cathy's mother, Bill MacMillan, and Jackie's brother Ernie, went to a field east of the school grounds. The sounds of life in the field ceased, and nearby streets were unusually quiet. They observed an oval object, the size of a football field, at 300 feet elevation, flat, dark, with large checkered patterns and three large 50-foot diameter "fans" beneath. It turned over slowly, rose, and moved south. At 10:00 PM, Bill and Ernie saw two large arrowhead objects at about 500 feet elevation. One object appeared to explode silently, its pieces separating like a jigsaw puzzle, doubling its size. The two objects then separated by 200 feet.

Sarah felt compelled to go to another field and saw four bright lights hovering at about 500 feet elevation at 10:10 PM. She returned home and again slept 12 hours with no recall of dreams.

Detailed Account of August 4th Events:

At 10:30 PM on August 4th, Cathy contacted the telephone operator to report a UFO sighting. She was advised to call the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP). She spoke to David Craig, an OPP public relations officer, who contacted an acquaintance familiar with Joe Muskat. Muskat, CUFORN Co-Director and President, phoned Sarah on the 5th and later visited and interviewed Sarah and her mother, Alice, after notifying Co-Director Lawrence J. (Larry) Fenwick.

Events resumed at 9:50 PM on Saturday, August 4th. The same teenagers, with Jackie's father, went to the Hydro field. Jackie's mother, walking nearby, saw an arrowhead object heading north at about 20 miles per hour, two feet above street level. Shortly after, the people in the field watched two hovering arrowhead objects for about two minutes. Then, at 500 feet elevation, the objects headed eastward "like a flash."

Cartoon

A cartoon is included with the caption "It followed me home. Can I keep it?" attributed to NATIONAL ENQUIRER.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The newsletter consistently reports on UFO sightings and investigations, with a focus on detailed case studies like the Canadian abduction incident. It promotes UFO conventions and research organizations such as APRO and MUFON. The editorial stance appears to be one of serious inquiry into UFO phenomena, as evidenced by the detailed reporting and the CUFORN's policy of avoiding sensationalist media coverage. The inclusion of a CE III and MIB incident suggests an interest in the more complex and potentially interactive aspects of UFO encounters.

This document details a series of alleged UFO sightings and abduction experiences reported by a woman named Sarah, along with corroborating accounts and investigative efforts. The primary focus is on Sarah's account of an encounter on August 2, 1979, and subsequent investigations involving regressive hypnosis.

Sarah's Initial Encounter (August 2, 1979) At 9:50 p.m., Sarah felt compelled to go to a field northeast of the Hydro field. She noted an unusual silence and a lack of traffic on the main north-south street. Upon reaching the field at 10:05 p.m., she observed an arrowhead object move off the street and settle about two to three feet above the grass. Sarah approached within two feet of the object, and four shadow-like figures emerged, hovering in a semi-circle about two feet above the ground. These figures were described as four feet tall, football-shaped, one and a half feet wide, and less than an inch thick, like wafers.

Sarah looked at them for one to two minutes before passing out. She recalled being on the UFO and observing the general area, including seeing a man in a blue suit walking a dog. She woke up 15 minutes later, at 10:20 p.m., lying on the ground about 15 feet south of where the object had been.

Upon returning home, she slept for 12 dreamless hours. Her mother noted her face was orange-red, and Sarah later showed Muskat marks on her body: a pin-prick mark on her index finger and an elongated red scrape mark with a pin prick on the base of her thumb. These marks healed in five days without medical attention. Her mother also observed that Sarah's pupils were dilated and that she had washed off redness from her face. By the morning of August 5th, the dilation was gone.

Sarah later told Muskat, "I was on board a UFO."

Site Investigation and Physical Evidence Muskat, Sarah, and her brother Jay visited the site and observed a triangular area of depressed grass with a grey pallor, suggesting chlorophyll loss. Muskat photographed Sarah's hand and the matted-down area, and contacted Larry Fenwick and Harry Tokarz for further investigation.

During a follow-up visit to the field, Sarah showed them where she had awakened. She noticed a nickel and a penny in the grass. She recalled having eleven cents the previous day but only found a nickel in her pocket. This money was found 15 feet from the matted-down grass.

On August 7th, Claude Freeman, a CUFORN member and pilot, was asked to check for radiation. Heavy rain prevented immediate use of a Geiger counter. On August 8th, Freeman and Henning Jorgensen, a CUFORN radar and electronics expert, took radiation readings. Muskat obtained soil samples. The Geiger readings were 1.6 to 1.7 higher than normal background radioactive scintillations. Readings ranged from 14 to 19 scintillations per minute five feet away from the depressed area, and from 23 to 34 scintillations per minute inside the depressed area.

Cathy's Sightings (August 2, 1979) Muskat interviewed Cathy on August 9th regarding her observations on August 2nd. Cathy described an arrowhead object with a red mist around it, a white and smooth surface, which hovered and moved slowly. She estimated its size to be that of an automobile at arm's length. The weather was clear and warm with moonlight. She noted the wind was almost non-existent and from the southeast. The object's edges appeared sharp, and its bottom looked like pipes.

Cathy also reported seeing six objects in view that night. Sarah stated that during these sightings on the 2nd, she began to cry. Cathy also saw an "orange-red ball of fire" and, on the afternoon of August 4th, oil and half-square marks on a school roof, which were no longer visible a day later.

Regressive Hypnosis Sessions CUFORN contacted a doctor in Toronto specializing in hypnosis. Regressive hypnosis sessions took place on October 10, 18, and 24, with Sarah's mother present. The doctor's name is omitted for privacy.

October 10, 1979 (First Session): Sarah reported being taken on foot through the UFO's wall. The interior was brightly lit. She detected the odor of chicken and noted her hands went through everything she touched, except for an ordinary cat. She was told the entities had been "growing it" on board for eventual release. She described seven shadowy, crystalline creatures, four feet tall, long and oval like footballs, each of a different strange color. They communicated telepathically, stating they had taken her for tests to see what humans are made of. They said they had been on Earth before and would return when she was 25. She felt she was on board for "what seemed like a year."

During questioning, Sarah confirmed seeing the whole world from the air and being shown "this place. It's red and it's there, but it's not." She attributed her tanned skin to bright lights that "have to stay on" to "keep them alive." Her hands were glowing, which caused the tanning.

October 18, 1979 (Second Session): Sarah described a physical examination. An instrument was put in her mouth, and a "light" burned painless holes in her thumb and index finger. Blood was extracted, and a machine was placed on her head to "find out what I know." She asked the creatures where they were from, but did not know their answer.

Sarah saw an ordinary English-speaking human man on the UFO, whose first name began with 'A'. He was "from here" but not her neighborhood. He stated he was taken aboard after she arrived and stayed after she was released. He had dark hair, was going grey, looked about 43, was not very tall, wore casual clothing, and was a store owner. Sarah recalled seeing plants and computers on board.

She described leaving the UFO through a door that was "just a little hole in the wall." She felt the experience was "real" and not frightening.

October 24, 1979 (Third Session): This session referred to an incident on October 11, 1979. Sarah described seeing a "funny man" who was tall, skinny, and had funny-looking shoes. She later identified this as a Man in Black (MIB). The MIB approached her in the school courtyard, asked about her friends, and she felt he wanted to kill them. He warned her that if she didn't tell him about everything on the UFO, he and his friends would get after her. He had many partners everywhere. Sarah told him what she had seen and heard on the UFO, and he seemed surprised only when she mentioned computers. He claimed to know there was a man on the UFO and had spoken to him since.

Sarah had previously told Muskat about the Man in Black on October 12. She described him as six feet tall, looking like a dead person, with a dull grey-toned face, slanted eyes, wearing a black suit, a sinister grin, a pointed nose, long fingernails, and feet pointing outward at 90 degrees. His shoes had 3-4 inch heels.

Doctor's Summary and Observations The doctor noted that Sarah had been taken to a psychiatrist months before her experience due to school problems, adolescent adjustment strains, and sibling rivalry. He stated she had a vivid imagination and claimed to have seen ghosts. Her mother reported a strong interest in the occult but not UFOs, and that Sarah had not read UFO magazines.

The doctor stated the UFO incidents began on July 23, with a 3-night sequence starting August 2. He mentioned Sarah "claimed" to have seen UFOs on those nights, admitting he did not investigate other people's sightings at the time.

The doctor commented on Sarah's nonchalant attitude, similar to her attitude toward her father's death. He noted her experience inside the UFO was "moderately pleasant." The Hines girl seemed surprised when the hypnosis tapes were played back but returned to a casual attitude. The doctor suggested CUFORN investigators repeatedly told her to be calm, that abductions are not unusual, and that side effects would disappear, thus conditioning her to a casual attitude.

This attitude conditioning was noted by CUFORN member John Musgrave. The hypnotherapist stated that subjects do not have to relate the truth under hypnosis. However, the doctor would not have said Sarah experienced genuine surprise if she were lying. Others in the UFO field believe subjects cannot lie under deep hypnosis.

Dr. Alvin Lawson's work suggests that lying under deep hypnosis is possible only when subjects are deliberately told to imagine an event and are fed leading questions.

After the first session, CUFORN's Larry Fenwick asked the doctor to monitor Sarah's direct current electrical field, a technique suggested by Dr. Harold A. Cahn to discriminate true from false UFO experiences. The doctor declined, deeming the device unreliable.

The hypnotist suggested stopping sessions due to Sarah's father's death and her depressed state, but the threat by the Man in Black may have been the real reason. The article suggests deeper hypnosis might elicit more information, noting Sarah's five instances of saying "I don't remember," indicating possible mental blocks implanted by alien entities.

The doctor's written summary omitted references to the Man in Black, the cat Sarah saw on the UFO, the photos of marks on her hand, and the 12-hour pupil dilation noted by her mother.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance The recurring themes in this document are UFO sightings, alleged alien abductions, the use of regressive hypnosis as an investigative tool, and the potential for manipulation or suggestion within such sessions. The article presents Sarah's detailed account and the investigative efforts by CUFORN, including physical evidence and witness corroboration. It also touches upon the psychological aspects of witness testimony and the challenges in verifying such experiences. The editorial stance appears to be one of presenting the case and the investigative findings, while also acknowledging the complexities and potential biases involved in hypnosis-based research.

This issue of CUFORN (Canadian UFO Research Network) focuses on a significant UFO sighting that occurred on August 2, 1979, across Northwestern Kansas and Southwestern Nebraska. The magazine details the investigation into this event, which involved witness interviews, photographic evidence, and scientific analysis. The issue also delves into a related alleged abduction experience.

UFO Sighting on August 2, 1979

The primary focus is the August 2, 1979, sighting, which involved numerous reports from civilians. Military sources, including the Strategic Air Command (SAC) and the Nebraska Air National Guard, denied that the object was one of their aircraft. A SAC spokesman stated that the command had no aircraft resembling the described triangular shape and had no knowledge of vehicles flying in the affected area that night. Checks with the Kansas Air National Guard also yielded negative results. Witnesses described the object as triangular, with some noting red lights and a middle green light. The object was reportedly seen moving slowly and hovering, which led some to speculate it could be a helicopter, though the lack of sound was puzzling. The sightings occurred around 11:00 p.m. to midnight.

Investigation and Analysis

CUFORN, through its directors like Joe Muskat and Larry Fenwick, actively investigated the sighting. Joe Muskat arranged for a soil analysis of the landing site, which was conducted on August 17 at the Radiation Protection Laboratory in Toronto. The analysis revealed that the soil in the affected area had radiation counts more than six times higher than the background soil outside the site, even after a heavy rainstorm. Naturally occurring Radon daughters, Cesium 137 (a long-lived fallout nuclide), and Potassium 40 were detected. The ROI readout time for gross counts in the contaminated soil area was 2000 seconds.

Abduction Account of 'Sarah'

Parallel to the sighting investigation, the issue details an alleged abduction experience of a woman referred to as 'Sarah'. Under hypnosis, Sarah reported hearing buzzing and beeping sounds while aboard a UFO. Her account of this was not recorded on the tapes. CUFORN's investigation included the use of a hypnotherapist, David Craig. The report mentions that Sarah's account was taken down by Joe Muskat, and her mother's testimony about seeing the UFO was also noted. The abductee's father, an Italian immigrant, reportedly resisted the investigation and threatened Muskat to prevent further publicity about his family and the UFOs. Jackie's father also refused to allow his daughter to submit her sighting report form.

Evidence and Documentation

The issue presents various pieces of evidence related to the case, including photographs and line drawings. Photo #1 shows the matted-down grass where the arrowhead-shaped UFO allegedly landed. Photo #2 and #3 show a small pimprick mark on Sarah's finger, attributed to a blood sample taken by alien creatures. Photo #4 is a drawing by Sarah Hines of a 'Man in Black' she met. Photo #5 is a line drawing of crystalline creatures and the horizon. Other drawings, labeled #6, #7, and #8, are also included, with #7 noting 'It had a red mist' and #8 showing a top view of the UFO.

CUFORN acquired legal release forms for all evidence, including medical records, psychological testing, and tape recordings. Copies of the doctor's assessment of the regressive hypnosis, transcriptions of tapes, soil sample analysis printouts, sighting report forms, and newspaper articles were collected.

Challenges and Observations

The investigation faced several hurdles. Muskat spent considerable time trying to obtain sighting report forms from Jackie's family, but was repeatedly rebuffed. Sarah also had difficulties in submitting her report form, losing it twice and forgetting to sign it or provide complete details. The regressive hypnosis session was funded by the Ontario Government's Ontario Health Insurance Plan. Muskat and Tokarz also paid $60 out of pocket for a 50-minute talk with the doctor.

An interesting side note is that the investigator, Larry Fenwick, experienced a malfunctioning wristwatch calendar after touching the matted-down grass, which required two repair attempts. Sarah was not wearing a watch on August 4, the date of the incident.

CUFORN's Conclusion

Despite the doctor's statement that "I do not believe that any conclusive judgement can be made at this time regarding the validity of her account," CUFORN concluded that the incident was a "genuine double abduction incident."

Addendum to Article

An addendum provides further details not included in the main article. It clarifies the identities of some individuals, noting that David Craig, Jay, Ernie, and Bill MacMillan are real names. It also mentions that a Toronto newspaper reporter contacts Muskat about UFO reports before they appear in the paper. The addendum reiterates the difficulties in obtaining information from Jackie's family due to their father's strong stance against publicity.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

This issue highlights CUFORN's commitment to investigating UFO phenomena and alleged encounters. The editorial stance appears to be one of thorough investigation, utilizing scientific analysis (soil samples) and psychological methods (hypnosis), while also acknowledging the challenges posed by official secrecy, family resistance, and the inherent difficulties in verifying such extraordinary claims. The magazine emphasizes the importance of collecting and preserving evidence, even when faced with skepticism. The conclusion that the incident was a "genuine double abduction" underscores CUFORN's belief in the validity of the reported experiences, despite the doctor's more cautious assessment.

This issue of 'A Rational Approach to Gravity Control' delves into the theoretical and experimental aspects of anti-gravity technology and its potential connection to ancient phenomena. The central theme revolves around 'Ether Technology,' a concept that posits the existence of an etheric medium filling space, which can be harnessed for propulsion and gravity negation. The magazine explores the pioneering work of Thomas Townsend Brown and the experimental findings of John R.R. Searl, alongside interpretations of biblical events through the lens of advanced technology and time dilation.

Ether Technology and Anti-Gravity

The core message of the publication, as presented in the book 'Ether Technology' by Rho Sigma, is that travel at near the speed of light is possible through a rational approach to gravity control. The concept is rooted in the idea of manipulating an 'ether' fluid, which is described as filling empty space and being acknowledged by various scientists throughout history. According to this theory, spaceships could glide on ether by being in harmony with its electrical charge, thereby overcoming gravity.

The foundation of this exploration is traced back to a simple experiment detailed in a 1952 report, 'THE FLYING SAUCER - A Simplified Explanation of the Application of the Biefeld-Brown Effect to the Solution of the Problem of Space Navigation' by Mason Rose. This experiment involved a condenser suspended in air, to which voltage was applied, resulting in a forward thrust towards the positive pole. Reversing the polarity reversed the thrust, illustrating an anti-gravity effect.

Thomas Townsend Brown, the inventor of these anti-gravity devices, developed his ideas over 28 years, resulting in six patents. One device was reportedly so efficient it had to be shut off quickly to prevent it from flying apart due to excessive inertia. Brown's research led him to design shapes most efficient for movement within electro-gravitational fields, predating reports of flying saucer-shaped objects.

John Searl's Anti-Gravity Generator

A significant experiment highlighted is that of John R.R. Searl from England. While working at Midland's Electricity Board, Searl observed that spinning metal parts produced a small voltage. He built a generator, approximately three feet in diameter, with a segmented disk fastened to a shaft. When energized, the disk became negatively charged on its outer rim and positively charged towards its axis. In 1952, Searl tested this generator, which produced 100,000 volts. Astonishingly, as the generator sped up, it lifted itself, became weightless ('free from inertia'), and accelerated at a fantastic rate, leading to speculation that it went into space. Searl has since produced several smaller crafts and is reportedly continuing his work on an operational anti-gravity craft.

The Biefeld-Brown Effect and UFOs

The discovery that electricity and gravity worked together through the Biefeld-Brown Effect is noted. However, these discoveries failed to gain traction with many scientists and flight engineers. When Brown became interested in the UFO phenomenon, the doors of the American scientific press reportedly slammed shut.

The article emphasizes that the dream of using anti-gravity devices is alive and thriving, with scientists worldwide experimenting in zero-gravity physics. Rho Sigma's book covers various projects, including 'Project Outgrowth,' detailing advanced propulsion concepts such as electrostatic effects, Alfen wave propulsion, electromagnetic spacecraft propulsion, superconducting particle accelerators, and anti-gravity propulsion.

Time Dilation and Biblical Figures

A significant portion of the magazine is dedicated to reinterpreting biblical narratives through the lens of Albert Einstein's theory of relativity and time dilation. The author, Russ Reardon, proposes that figures like Jesus Christ, Enoch, Elijah, Moses, and Mary are not divine beings but highly advanced individuals who utilized technology to travel through time and space.

Einstein's theorem states that time passes more slowly for occupants of a spaceship traveling near the speed of light compared to those on Earth. This concept is illustrated with a table showing significant time differences over various spaceship travel durations. The article cites experiments with atomic clocks flown on airplanes and by astronaut John Glenn, which demonstrated a measurable slowing of time at high speeds.

The biblical description of Enoch's 'ascension' is interpreted as a time dilation event, where he was 'carried away' to another life without passing through death, living at a much slower rate of time. Similarly, the 'fiery chariot' that took Elijah is seen as a spaceship, and his reappearance with Moses is explained by their relative youth due to time dilation.

The ascension of Jesus Christ is also presented as a technological event, with the cloud that received him being interpreted as a spaceship. The article suggests that the 'crew' of these vehicles, often referred to as 'Lord,' 'angels,' or 'gods' in religious texts, were simply humans with advanced technology from elsewhere in the cosmos.

Ancient Astronauts and ETI's

The magazine posits that religious figures were likely extraterrestrial intelligence (ETI) or highly advanced humans from other parts of the cosmos who visited Earth. The 'miracles' attributed to them are seen as feats of technology, and their descriptions as divine beings are a result of the ancients' lack of technical understanding. The article criticizes researchers for not fully integrating Einstein's time dilation theory into their understanding of these biblical events, suggesting that these figures are still alive and could 'dip in and out of our Earth-time.'

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are anti-gravity, ether technology, time dilation, and the reinterpretation of religious and historical events through the framework of advanced technology and extraterrestrial or highly evolved human intervention. The editorial stance is one of questioning conventional scientific and religious dogma, advocating for a rational, albeit speculative, approach to understanding phenomena that challenge established paradigms. The publication encourages readers to consider alternative explanations for historical events and scientific mysteries, particularly those related to UFOs and advanced propulsion systems.

Title: THE UFO GOVERNMENT DOCUMENT FILE
Issue: No.1
Date: May 31, 1950
Publisher: The Ufo Information Network
Editor: Dennis Pilichis

This issue presents research into alleged government documents concerning a "crashed ufo pilot and U.S. Army Military Policemen," sourced from FBI files through the Freedom of Information Act, with requests handled by UFOIN associate Barry Greenwood.

FBI Files Research: The 1950 Photo

Barry Greenwood's research into FBI files uncovered materials related to a mysterious photo received by the FBI on May 24, 1950. The FBI received a report from Major Merle L. Mennie of the Intelligence and Security Officer, New Orleans Port of Embarkation. This report included a copy of the report, one negative copy, and one positive copy of photographs depicting flying saucers and a "man from Mars" in the custody of two U.S. Army Military Policemen. However, the actual photo and negative had reportedly been thrown away, and only a bad xerox copy was received.

The story detailed in the FBI files states that in May 1950, the photo was turned over to an agent of the CID, New Orleans Port of Embarkation. The person who sold the photo for $1.00 believed it should be given to the government. The photos were described as showing flying saucers and a "man from Mars" with two military policemen. Comments within an FBI memo indicated that a special infra-red machine was used to take the photos because the saucers were invisible to the human eye, and their emitted sound was of a high frequency beyond human hearing. An accident had occurred to one saucer, and the individual shown in custody was identified as "Mr. X," a crew member of one of the saucers. The location for both photos was stated to be Weisbaden, Germany.

A comment on a May 31, 1950 memo from an officer stated that the matter was discussed with Col. Bordon, OSI, who advised that the Air Force receives hundreds of such matters and does not consider them worthy of investigation. This comment was dated June 21, 1950.

The article notes that historical ufological files suggest "alien" photos are rare, and it is regrettable that an actual copy of the photo could not be obtained.

Artist's Reconstruction

To address the lack of an actual photo, UFOIN staff artist Larry Blazey created a professional breakdown of the bad xerox copy and redrew it, producing a "99.9% accurate image in the form of a drawing." This drawing is enclosed in the report.

Book Inclusion and Further Research

Bill Moore, upon learning of the FBI file information, contacted UFOIN to obtain copies for inclusion in his upcoming book, "THE ROSEWELL INCIDENT," co-authored with Charles Berlitz. The information was included on pages 102 and 103 of the book. The information is being supplied as a public service, with the hope of uncovering more information. UFOIN associates in West Germany are also being supplied with copies for research in their country.

The UFO media and researchers are free to quote or reproduce the report with proper credits.

Upcoming Issue

UFOGDF No. 2 is announced to feature "The Iranian Ufo Jet Figher plane incident," with actual governmental documents to be reproduced.

Book Reviews

"UFO SIGHTINGS, LANDINGS AND ABDUCTIONS: THE DOCUMENTED EVIDENCE" by Yurko Bondarchuk

This review discusses Yurko Bondarchuk's book, which compiles over 60 factual cases of UFO sightings, landings, and abductions in Canada, including 100 photographs and line drawings. The author concludes that UFOs exist, are involved in data-gathering, and that the Canadian government recognizes the situation. The book explores what UFOs are, their origins, and the reasons behind government cover-ups.

One intriguing case highlighted is that of Stephen Michalak, an industrial mechanic from Winnipeg, Manitoba, who reportedly touched a UFO that expelled hot air, causing a burn and subsequent health issues. Soil analysis at the landing spot revealed a significant level of Radium 226, and various ufological publications reported a chemical impurity detected in Michalak's blood. The review notes that neither the Canadian Department of National Defence (DND) nor the RCMP investigation team could dispute Michalak's story. Vegetation and soil are often damaged by "exposure to heat, believed to be microwave radiation" from UFOs.

The review also mentions the case of Mrs. Florida Malboeuf of Montreal, Canada, who witnessed a UFO land and saw two tall, thin beings appear, leaving unusual footprints on the roof. The book categorizes UFO aspects objectively, but the foreword by nuclear physicist Stanton T. Friedman offers a thought-provoking perspective on government cover-ups. Friedman suggests that governments fear that announcing the existence of extraterrestrial craft would lead to a global "Earthling" orientation, undermining nationalistic tendencies and military spending.

"SAGAN'S COSMOS: Universe Spectacular" by Jennifer Juillet

This review discusses Carl Sagan's television series "Cosmos," which takes viewers on a journey through space, exploring celestial phenomena like pulsars, black holes, and planets in our solar system. The series is praised for its stunning visual effects and its ability to evoke an emotional understanding of humanity's place in the universe. Sagan, a well-known scientist and popularizer of science, aims to inspire a love for scientific discovery. The series, a three-year, $8.5 million production, was filmed in forty different locations across twelve countries.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue revolve around government documentation of UFO phenomena, the presentation of photographic and artistic evidence, and the ongoing mystery surrounding UFO sightings and potential extraterrestrial visitation. The editorial stance, as expressed by UFOIN, is one of active research, a desire for transparency, and a commitment to uncovering and disseminating information, regardless of its nature. There is a clear emphasis on the importance of documented evidence and the critical analysis of such materials, even when they are incomplete or degraded, as seen in the handling of the 1950 FBI photo.

The publication also highlights the role of citizen researchers and organizations like UFOIN in pursuing these investigations, often filling gaps left by official channels. The inclusion of book reviews on UFO-related topics and a popular science series suggests an aim to engage a broad audience interested in the unexplained and the wonders of the universe.