CUFORN Bulletin - Vol 04 No 04 - 1983 - Aug-Sep

Magazine Overview

Title: CUFORN BULLETIN
Issue: Vol. 4, No. 4
Date: August, September, October, 1983
Publisher: CUFORN Inc.
Country: Canada
Price: $2.50

This issue of the CUFORN Bulletin focuses on significant developments in the UFO research community, including the formation of a major new organization and detailed accounts of sightings and investigations.

North American UFO Federation Formed

A pivotal event reported in this issue is the formation of the North American UFO Federation (NAUFOF) on July 3, 1983, in Pasadena, California. This initiative aimed to unify UFO organizations across the United States and Canada into a cooperative framework for studying the UFO phenomenon. A Steering Committee, appointed in July 1982, completed its work by establishing corporate bylaws and electing a Board of Directors. The elected board members represent prominent UFO groups and include Henry H. McKay (MUFON-Canada), Peter Mazzola (Scientific Bureau of Investigation), Walter H. Andrus, Jr. (Mutual UFO Network), Dr. J. Allen Hynek (Center for UFO Studies), Rick R. Hilberg (Northern Ohio UFO Group), Charles J. Wilhelm (Ohio UFO Investigators League), Mrs. Ann Druffel (SKYNET), Dr. Richard F. Haines, and Richard H. Hall (Fund for UFO Research). John F. Schuessler of Houston, Texas, chaired the Steering Committee. The elected officers are Richard F. Haines, Ph.D. (Director), Henry H. McKay (Deputy Director), Peter Mazzola (Secretary), and Mrs. Ann Druffel (Treasurer). NAUFOF's stated purposes include fostering understanding and harmony, sharing information, developing a standard reporting form and vocabulary, producing documentation manuals, maintaining a computer file of reports, establishing a public relations committee, representing the Federation nationally, providing guidance on technical and scientific issues, and creating a forum for universal participation. NAUFOF plans to work with the International Committee on UFO Research, which met in High Wycombe, England, on August 26, 1983, with representatives including Dr. J. Allen Hynek and Michael Sinclair.

Initial Sighting: Gananoque, Ontario

A detailed report describes a UFO sighting that occurred at noon on August 13, 1976, in Gananoque, Ontario, Canada. The event lasted approximately five minutes and was witnessed by 12 observers, including a Mr. V.T., a salesman with a B.Sc. degree. The weather was heavy rain with high winds. The object was described as whale-like, with sharp edges and dark gray in color, appearing just below the clouds which were at an altitude of 1,000 feet. It moved from the east and turned south towards the USA. Staff of the Voyageur Restaurant also witnessed the object. Its size was estimated to be that of a baseball held at arm's length. The report was made to CUFORN's Larry Fenwick on October 29, 1979. The description includes the object moving "upwards us in slightly tilting" and being "surrounded by misty-like smoke or fog." One witness described it as looking "like a tadpole swimming in the sky."

Book Reviews and Publications

The bulletin features an extensive list of books and publications available for purchase, many authored or edited by William L. Moore. These cover a wide range of UFO-related topics:

• "The Mystery of the Green Fireballs": An edited compilation of research on unusual green fireballs reported between 1948 and 1951 in the American Southwest. Observers included scientists and military personnel. Dr. Lincoln LaPaz offered reasons why they could not have been meteors, and extraterrestrial origins are hinted at.
• "UFOs: Uncovering the Ultimate Answer": A revision of an earlier paper discussing the classification of UFOs by the US government and the government's ongoing interest.
• "Top Secret Umbra" Affidavit: An affidavit from the National Security Agency explaining the refusal to release UFO-related documents.
• "The Strange Case of the Maury Island Saucer": Details an encounter in June 1947, preceding Kenneth Arnold's sighting, involving a UFO in distress off the coast of Washington, which culminated in a military aircraft crash and the loss of two intelligence officers. It also notes a connection to the investigation of the 1963 assassination of President Kennedy.
• "The Roswell Incident": A bestseller detailing the possibility of the US government possessing crashed UFO wreckage for decades.
• "The Roswell Incident: Update & Conclusions": Papers from the 1981 APRO UFO Conference and MUFON Symposium.
• "The Roswell Investigation: New Evidence in the Search for a Crashed UFO": An updated version of a paper presented at the 1982 MUFON Symposium.
• "Contacts from the Pleiades in Fact & Fiction": A response to claims regarding the Eduard Meier case.
• "The Meier Incident: Most Infamous Hoax in UFology (Updated & Revised)": A critique of the Meier case.
• "An Excursion into the Unusual": A collection of articles by William L. Moore on various UFO topics, including "The Puzzling Flight of the Lacy 17," "Atlantis Rises," "The Spitzbergen Saucer Crash," "Red Skies: A History of UFOs in Russia," and "UFOs Are Real."
• "The Wizard of Electro-Gravity" and "The Wizard, Revisited": Information on scientist T. Townsend Brown and his work on UFO propulsion.
• "The Search for Anti-Gravity": An overview of anti-gravity research.
• "Anti-Gravity and Alternative Energy Source Bibliography": A listing of materials on these subjects.
• "Research 'Working File' on Townsend Brown": Collected reference materials and diagrams.
• "FBI Socorro, New Mexico File (1964)": Documents from the FBI investigation of the Lonnie Zamora sighting.
• "UFO Encounter Over Iran": Information on a controversial encounter between a jet fighter and a UFO.
• "FBI George Adamski Documents": A reprint of the FBI file on George Adamski.
• "Nazi Flying Saucers?": FBI file pages on the topic.
• "Fire From Heaven: A Study of Spontaneous Combustion in Human Beings": A book exploring spontaneous human combustion.
• "Four Recent Scientific Papers": Papers by Stanton T. Friedman on UFOs.
• "The Zeta Reticuli Incident": A reprint detailing the Barney and Betty Hill UFO abduction case.
• "Flying Saucers & the Mysterious Little Men"
• "UFOLOGY"
• "Citizens Against UFO Secrecy v/s NSA, Petition to the US Supreme Court"
• "The Philadelphia Experiment"

An order blank for William L. Moore Publications & Research is included.

UFology Course Postponed

A planned ufology course at Toronto's Humber College of Applied Arts and Technology, titled "UFOs-Fact or Fiction?", has been postponed. The new starting date is January 31, 1984. The course, costing $35.00 for five two-hour lectures, was postponed because the college failed to inform the media, resulting in only three registrations against a minimum requirement of 15 students.

Exposé Reprint Cancelled

The bulletin was unable to print an exposé by Kal Korff and William Moore regarding Eduard Meier due to difficulties in obtaining reprint permission in time for this issue.

Time Saved by Check on Woman's Abduction Story

A previously mentioned possible abduction case, referred by Ted Bloecher, was investigated and found to be a "space brothers" dream, not a physical encounter. This saved the need for a trip to Niagara Falls.

More Members Needed

CUFORN is seeking new members and encourages current members to refer individuals they believe would be valuable to the organization. Information sheets and application forms will be sent to potential members.

Retrospective on MUFON's 1982 UFO Symposium in Toronto

The issue features a painting titled "Alien" by Marita Engel, a MUFON member from Toronto, which was displayed at the 1982 MUFON International UFO Symposium in Toronto. The painting was sold as a fund-raising postcard.

CUFORN at the Symposium

A promotional sign for CUFORN was displayed at the Buckingham Hall of the Symposium, where information about organizations and books was available. The sign was drawn by Vera Skye. Photos show John F. Schuessler, a speaker on "The Cash/Landrum Radiation Case," and William L. (Bill) Moore, who spoke on "The Roswell Investigation." An estimated 400 visitors attended the proceedings.

Discussion on Crash-Retrieval Cases

A photo shows CUFORN's President Joe Muskat, Treasurer Harry Tokarz, and Leonard H. Stringfield, author of monographs on crash-retrievals, discussing cases.

Dr. J. Allen Hynek's Speech

Dr. J. Allen Hynek, astrophysicist-ufologist, is pictured speaking at a MUFON-sponsored event in Toronto in 1978 on the dimensional theory of UFO origins.

Update on Frederick Valentich Case

Paul B. Norman, an Australian speaker, presented on "Update on the Frederick Valentich Missing Pilot Case" at the Symposium.

SBI's First Annual Symposium Proceedings

Information is provided about the official Proceedings from the first-ever SBI (Scientific Bureau of Investigation) Symposium held in Albany, New York, in August 1983. It features speeches by various individuals and includes a detailed article by SBI's International Director Peter Mazzola. The 81-page Proceedings cost $11.50, including postage and handling.

SBI Donates to NAUFOF Library

The Scientific Bureau of Investigation is donating copies of its publication, "The SBI Report," to the proposed library of the newly formed NAUFOF. SBI International Director Peter Mazzola announced this in a letter to NAUFOF Director Dr. Richard F. Haines. SBI urged other organizations to follow suit, though CUFORN currently lacks the funds to copy its past bulletins.

Subscription Reminder

Readers are reminded to check their subscription status and renew if necessary.

UFO's and the Media Column

Lawrence J. Fenwick's column "UFO's AND THE MEDIA" will now focus on new media shows and movies rather than rehashing old ones. Fictional movies will not be reviewed.

• The UFO Incident: A semi-documentary TV movie about the Betty and Barney Hill CE4 case was aired on Channel 81 in Wingham, Ontario.
• Newsreel on Space: Following a science fiction film on September 25, 1983, a station presented old newsreels about space, including a 1950 Fox Movietone newsreel that explained how flying saucer sightings could be misinterpretations of weather balloons.
• Mysteries From Beyond Earth: A documentary aired on CFPL-TV in London, Ontario, was linked to the word "paranormal," which the author considers a misnomer.

The column invites readers to share information about UFO documentaries they have seen on local TV channels.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The CUFORN Bulletin consistently promotes UFO research and investigation, emphasizing the importance of accurate reporting and the sharing of information among organizations. The formation of NAUFOF signifies a move towards greater collaboration and standardization within the UFO community. The publication also highlights historical cases and critiques media portrayals of UFO phenomena, advocating for a scientific and evidence-based approach. The editorial stance is one of open inquiry and a commitment to uncovering the truth about UFOs, while also being critical of hoaxes and misinterpretations.

Title: CUFORN BULLETIN
Issue: August, September, October, 1983
Volume: 1983
Publisher: CUFORN
Country: Canada
Language: English

This issue of the CUFORN Bulletin focuses on internal organizational matters, UFO-related activities, and a review of a new book.

Expulsions from CUFORN

The lead article, "FOUR MEMBERS EXPELLED IN 6 YEARS," details the expulsion of four individuals from CUFORN over a six-year period. These members are Michelle Alberti, Ken Baxter, Bill Sanderson, and Les Cherni. Alberti and Baxter's memberships were revoked in 1979, Cherni's in 1981, and Sanderson's in 1983. The bulletin states that it will not go into the reasons for most expulsions, but notes that Sanderson has had exposure in the bulletin previously. Les Cherni is singled out for reacting with "extreme emotion" and spreading "false rumours" about CUFORN's Co-Directors, with threats that have led CUFORN to consider legal proceedings if necessary. The organization was unable to persuade Cherni to return his membership card, suggesting he might still be misrepresenting himself as a member.

UFO Broadcasts and Sightings

A news item from Muscatine, Iowa (UPI), titled "Calling all aliens, turn your radio on," reports that KFMH radio has begun broadcasting greetings into space. Station manager Steve Bridges initiated this after becoming interested in UFO sightings in the area, particularly after the station's tower fell the previous year. Bridges stated that he investigated UFO sightings and found over 300 reported annually in the area. He views the broadcast as a form of insurance as the tower is being raised further, to avoid harming any potential alien visitors.

CUFORN Enters Shuttle Competition

CUFORN is participating in the "Canada in Space" Getaway Special Competition. CUFORN's Co-Director and Treasurer, Harry Tokarz, submitted a proposal for a working electromagnetic radiation detector device. This device is intended to be part of a future Shuttle mission. The contest, sponsored by Canada's National Research Council, Spar Aerospace Ltd., and Telesat Canada, aims to examine the effects of temperature extremes, weightlessness, and near-vacuum on a payload. The winning entry in each category receives a trip to Cape Canaveral to witness the Shuttle launch. The bulletin notes that the copy of the court documents related to this entry is held by CUFORN's Co-Director, Larry Fenwick.

Wendelle C. Stevens Case

A report from the Toronto Sun (October 17, 1983) details the jailing of Wendelle C. Stevens for seven years. Stevens is known for promoting the Eduard "Billy" Meier hoax book. He was arrested, charged, and sentenced in the Arizona State Prison for charges involving molesting children and producing/selling films of children in sexual acts. He began serving his sentence on June 1, 1983. The report also mentions that Bill Moore stated Stevens had misrepresented himself as Colonel Wendelle Stevens of the U.S.A.F., when in reality, he held a low rank and was a ground mechanic in the U.S. Air Force.

Book Review: 'Aliens Above, Always'

The bulletin includes a review of John Magor's new book, "Aliens Above, Always," which is scheduled for publication by Hancock House. The review highlights several intriguing points about a UFO device referred to as a 'bell-jar,' which is suggested to be a key to understanding 'sky people.' The 'bell-jar' is described as capable of producing humanoid life, showing scenes from other dimensions to an imprisoned human, vanishing instantly, and being collapsible. The book also covers flying instruments used for marking cattle and portable bolts of energy. An eyewitness account of an animal being taken aboard a UFO by a light-ray is also mentioned. The review touches on cattle mutilation cases, including one where a farmer almost encountered flying discs with projecting arms. It suggests that mutilators may have rehearsed their methods in western Canada before operating across the border. The book also explores aliens' search for electrical power and their methods of communication via light patterns. The review concludes by stating that the aliens' mission is enduring, suggesting "they are here not for just an hour, not for just a day, not for just a year, but always!"

Order Information

An order form is provided for purchasing copies of "Aliens Above, Always" at $11.50 per copy (plus $1.00 for outside North America). Readers are also asked if they wish their book(s) signed by the author.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue include internal organizational discipline (expulsions), the public's engagement with UFO phenomena (radio broadcasts, competition entries), and the ongoing study of UFOs and potential alien presence (book review). The editorial stance appears to be one of maintaining organizational integrity, pursuing scientific inquiry into UFOs, and critically examining UFO-related claims and individuals, as evidenced by the detailed reporting on expulsions and the Wendelle Stevens case. The review of "Aliens Above, Always" suggests an acceptance of the premise of a persistent alien presence on Earth.