CUFORN Bulletin - Vol 09 No 06 - 1988 - Nov-Dec

Magazine Overview

Title: CUFORN BULLETIN
Issue: Vol.9, No. 6
Date: November-December, 1988
Publisher: Canadian U.F.O. Research Network (CUFORN, Inc.)
Country: Canada
Price: $3.25

This issue of the CUFORN Bulletin, published by the Canadian U.F.O. Research Network, focuses on various UFO sightings and related topics. The cover features a drawing by Elizabeth Nagy depicting a UFO she witnessed in Toronto, with a list of articles inside.

Key Articles and Reports

Member one of four witnesses in 1979 daylight CE3 in Toronto; "about 30 E.T. shadows" reported

Authored by Lawrence J. Fenwick, this article details a sighting by Elizabeth Nagy (then 11 years old) in Toronto during the last week of May 1979. While leaving her apartment building, Nagy and her family observed a UFO described as the color of a brown paper bag, hovering above the building's roof. It had moving windows and approximately 30 ET shadows walking inside, resembling a school ship. A red light was visible on the bottom, with blue and yellow lights under two windows. The object was silent. It moved away diagonally, disappeared behind a cloud, reappeared, and then sped off, appearing disc-shaped as it ascended. Nagy described it as sharp-edged, solid, and larger than a basketball held at arm's length. She reported the incident to schoolmates and teachers.

COUPLE IN CAR CHASE NL IN BRAMALEA

This report, dated November 26, 1988, at 1:45 a.m., describes an incident involving Marie and Doug Casimiri in Bramalea, Ontario. While driving, they first noticed a small, bright white, self-luminous object with sharp edges, the size of an apple at arm's length. After it disappeared, they observed a larger, round object, the size of a basketball at arm's length, hovering with a series of bright lights. They followed it as it moved in a slow, winding pattern, eventually speeding off northward. The couple reported feeling "curious and calm" during the observation. The report notes that the location was 5 km NW of Pearson International Airport, and aircraft operations at that hour make conventional explanations unlikely.

STRANGE ENCOUNTERS

Written by Nick H. Edwards, this article presents personal accounts and beliefs regarding extraterrestrial encounters. Edwards states that valid evidence exists for celestial entities, some human-like and others smaller. He recounts a childhood experience in 1952 in Tacoma, Washington, where he saw a yellowish-white light moving back and forth, accompanied by small aliens who seemed to be talking. He also references biblical passages (Hebrews 13:2, Hebrews 1:2, Jeremiah 4:13) that he interprets as referring to flying chariots or strangers. A more significant experience occurred on November 15, 1959, near Sacramento, California, where Edwards and two friends were allegedly beamed aboard a large, bluish-white spacecraft. He describes being examined by six aliens, approximately 4.5 to 5 feet tall, with large eyes, in a room resembling an operating room. The spacecraft was estimated to be 50 by 30 feet. Edwards notes that this experience profoundly changed his life.

THE LAST TRUMPET

This lengthy piece by Ben Obina explores the connection between UFOs and religious prophecy. Obina, who has been interested in UFOs since age 5 after a dream, believes UFOs are real and serve a purpose as 'guardians of humanity' and 'messengers of the Ultimate Creator'. He suggests their appearances are proof that humanity is not alone and that these beings have monitored Earth's affairs. Obina posits that recent UFO activity is a response to humanity's negative trajectory, citing issues like lies, violence, environmental neglect, social injustices, hate, and the advancement of nuclear weapons. He draws parallels between UFO contactee experiences and biblical prophecies of a 'judgement day' and a 'new age' or 'transition' for the planet. He interprets biblical passages, particularly those concerning the 'rapture' and 'last trumpet', as aligning with the 'basic message' from space beings about a 'mass lift off' of 'Gods true followers' to another world while Earth is cleansed. Obina believes that an important event is imminent that will enlighten humanity about its existence and signify the start of a new era.

LETTER TO THE EDITOR

Nick Edwards of Tacoma, WA, responds to a letter from the editor. He expresses skepticism towards "UFO garbage" but acknowledges Whitley Strieber's book "Communion" while finding his later work "Transformation" to be too focused on UFOs. Edwards questions a U.S. military regulation (AFR 200-2) that he believes may be unconstitutional, citing freedom of speech and the Freedom of Information Act. He suspects a government cover-up of information, particularly regarding WWII "Foo Fighters." Edwards also comments on a UFO documentary he saw, rating it a seven out of ten, and expresses belief in the existence of aliens but skepticism towards "government agents."

UFO sighting (New Scientist clipping)

A clipping from the Dartford & Swanley Chronicle (March 6, 1986) reports a sighting of a "faded object larger than a house" with red, white, and green lights over Darifurd's Tree Estate. The object was observed for a minute, with two beams sweeping the ground, before speeding away in silence towards Dartford Power Station. Local UFO researcher Maureen Halt noted a previous sighting in the same area.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The CUFORN Bulletin consistently explores UFO sightings, alien encounters, and the possibility of extraterrestrial intelligence. There is a strong undercurrent of skepticism towards official explanations and a belief in potential government secrecy or cover-ups. The publication also demonstrates an interest in connecting UFO phenomena with religious and spiritual themes, as evidenced by Ben Obina's article linking UFOs to biblical prophecy and a coming 'new age'. The editorial stance appears to be one of open investigation into unexplained aerial phenomena, encouraging readers to consider alternative explanations and to share their own experiences.

The CUFORN Bulletin, November-December 1988 issue, features a comprehensive report on the "First European UFO Conference" hosted by SOBEPS in Brussels, Belgium. The conference, held over three days in November 1988, attracted approximately 50 ufologists from 10 countries, including Italy, Spain, Switzerland, the Netherlands, Austria, France, Belgium, Great Britain, the U.S., and the U.S.S.R. The event was closed to the public.

Conference Details and Speakers

The conference was organized by Jacques Scorneaux and Thierry Pindivic of France. Delegates received a copy of the book "Soucoupes Volantes aux OVNI" by Michel Bougard, president of SOBEPS, along with SOBEPS Info-News Bulletins and a program. The total number of speakers was 19.

Key speakers included Walter Andrus, Jacques and Janine Vallee, Richard Haines, Hilary Evans, Jean-Pierre Petit, Roberto Pinotti, and Vladimir Rubtsov.

Friday Sessions

Auguste Meesen opened the presentations with a lecture on "Analysis of the physical aspects of the UFO problem." Following a coffee break, Maurizio Verga discussed Italian UFO research utilizing computer technology. The final session on Friday focused on the "Becassine Project," a database for statistical studies on CE3s.

Saturday Sessions

Saturday's talks began with Corrado Malanga and Roberto Pinotti discussing the UNICS Project and its new UFO image computer system. Richard Haines presented his analysis of a UFO photograph. Jean-Pierre Petit followed with his "Scientific Report - Part 2."

In the afternoon, Enrique de Vicente gave an informal talk on the ufological situation in Spain. Michel Fiquet spoke on "Criteria for Selecting the Hardest Cases." Jacques Scorneaux presented "French and Belgian Sighting Catalogues." Skeptic Claude Maugé offered "a preliminary List of 'Classical' UFO/IFO Sightings."

Edoardo Russo and Gian Paolo Grassino delivered a dual presentation titled "Toward a European Ufology - Where is America headed?" Russo is involved with numerous European and American organizations and edits UFO journals. Grassino has also been active in UFO groups and magazines.

Isabela de Vicente presented "Ignacio Caeria's Communication," and Vladimir Rubtsov lectured on "The Problem of Anomalous Aerial Phenomena and its Methodological lessons."

After dinner, Walter Andrus, MUFON's International Director, spoke about the Gulf Breeze, Florida case. The evening concluded with Hilary Evans' speech on "The Myth of Extraterrestrial Visitations."

Sunday Sessions

Sunday's sessions included Paolo Toselli discussing "The Abduction Mysticism." Pierre Lagrange concluded the conference with "Some up-to-date notes on Kenneth Arnold's Flying Saucers," focusing on reports from 1940-1950.

The week-end concluded with a general discussion, an informal debate, and concluding remarks.

Featured Article: Member's Drawing

Page 12 features an article about Bruno Ericsson, a CUFORN member, and his experiments in physics based on UFO incidents. A drawing by Ericsson is presented, supposedly related to the CE2 incident at Exeter, New Hampshire, on September 3, 1965. Ericsson, who holds degrees in physics, mathematics, and chemistry, has sent a copy of this drawing to U.S. President Reagan. He mentions speaking to a General Field Marshall Ichi who proposed that blue would be one of the colors obtained in such an experiment.

The drawing itself depicts a sphere coated with red electroluminescent material, with various colored lights (blue, green, orange, yellow) and equipment labeled "Sinil," "Luminescence," "Radiation," "Balance," "Oscilloscope," and "Inductive Coupling." It references the "Exeter Incident" and a General Field Marshall Ichi.

Other News

Marc Broux of UFO-Belgium has stopped publishing his international bulletin. The bulletin concludes with a holiday greeting from SOBEPS.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The issue focuses heavily on the reporting and analysis of UFO phenomena, with a clear emphasis on scientific and physical aspects, as well as historical case studies. The presence of both proponents and skeptics (like Claude Maugé) suggests an attempt at balanced reporting within the ufological community. The inclusion of a member's experimental drawing and research into historical incidents indicates a commitment to exploring various facets of UFO investigation. The editorial stance appears to be one of documenting and disseminating information within the field of ufology, particularly concerning European research and conferences.