CUFORN Bulletin - Vol 10 No 04 - 1989 - Jul-Aug

Magazine Overview

Title: CUFORN BULLETIN
Issue: Vol. 10, No. 4
Date: July-August, 1989
Publisher: Canadian U.F.O. Research Network (CUFORN)
Country: Canada
Price: $3.25

This issue of the CUFORN Bulletin, published by the Canadian U.F.O. Research Network, focuses on significant UFO events and research, including a detailed report on a UFO incident in Israel and an in-depth analysis of the controversial MJ-12 group.

Huge Cigar-Shaped Object Scorches Israeli Beach

The lead article, by Hadassa Arbel, CUFORN's Israel Correspondent, details a UFO event on August 10, 1989, at Shikmona Beach, Haifa, Israel. This incident involved a glowing, silent, cigar-shaped UFO hovering over the beach for over an hour, resulting in a large scorch mark. This was the third such scorch mark found in the area, with previous incidents occurring on September 28, 1987, and May 28, 1988. The characteristics of the scorch marks are described as having sharp contours, no cinder or burn signs on stones, baked stones, melted plastic debris, and no smell of fire burn. The most recent scorch was approximately 200 feet long and 15-20 meters wide. The location of this scorch was notably close to where a 'pillar of fire' was seen on April 22, 1989. The article notes that the local fire department reported no fires in the area.

Artificially Made Radioactive Element May Be Present in Residue

This section, an update to a previous report by G. Hathaway, P.Eng., details the analysis of white powder residue found in Israel following the 'pillar of fire' incident on April 22, 1989. Using X-Ray Fluorescence (XRF) and electron microscopy, the analysis confirmed trace quantities of elements such as Iron, Copper, Niobium, Indium, Molybdenum, and Antimony. Of particular significance is the possible presence of Technetium, an artificially produced radioactive element not found in the Earth's crust. The editor's note clarifies that these elements are not typically used in earth-based satellites, rockets, aircraft, or meteorites, further suggesting an artificial origin.

Member Evaluates New Research Paper on MJ-12

Authored by Thomas A. Mickus, this article reviews a research paper titled "UFOs, MJ-12 And The Government" by Grant Cameron and T. Scott Crain, Jr. The paper focuses on the alleged involvement of Dr. Eric Arthur Walker, President of Penn State University, in MJ-12, the U.S. government's secret UFO investigation organization. The review highlights Walker's impressive background and his past association with the Institute for Defense Analysis (IDA). The paper suggests that Walker was privy to UFO secrets and military secrets. It details admissions by Walker that he has known about MJ-12 for 40 years and describes a peculiar 'game' he plays with researchers, including cryptic messages. The paper also mentions Walker's description of four alien bodies being recovered alive from a downed UFO, which Cameron and Crain label as potential disinformation. The article notes that the research paper covers more than just Eric Walker's story, including information on DARPA, the Jason Group, and various UFOlogy figures. The authors aim to expose the U.S. government's cover-up of its knowledge and activities regarding UFOs.

Walker's Involvement

This section delves deeper into Eric Arthur Walker's potential involvement with UFOs in the early 1950s. His name was listed among six candidates for a 'hypothesized' flying saucer recovery operation in a letter from Fred Darwin, Executive Director of the Guided Missile Committee. While five names matched the controversial MJ-12 list, Walker's did not initially. However, further research revealed Walker's role as Executive Secretary for the Research and Development Board. The article emphasizes that Walker is privy to numerous military secrets, making him reluctant to discuss UFOs. His vulnerability lies in his early 1950s activities, prior to a 'security lid' being imposed. The article recounts a phone conversation where Walker admitted knowing about MJ-12 for 40 years, dismissing the researchers' efforts as 'chasing windmills.' Another peculiar communication from Walker included a typewritten message: "STOP! DON'T TRY TO FIND ME I CAME ON THAT MACHINE I WILL LEAVE MAY 15 ERGOT QUIET QUIET QUIET." Researchers Cameron and Crain are attempting to bring this information to the media, with some progress reported with an on-campus magazine.

Phone Conversation

Thomas Mickus recounts a phone conversation with Eric Walker on August 11th, where Walker appeared evasive and claimed memory loss regarding past meetings and discussions, particularly concerning UFOs or alien bodies. Despite this, Mickus notes that Stanton Friedman had previously described Walker as 'cagey and careful' in 1984, believing he knew a great deal.

3 Speakers Stun Audience at 1989 MUFON Symposium

This report by Lawrence J. Fenwick covers the 1989 MUFON UFO Symposium held in Las Vegas. The event drew an estimated 500 to 1,000 attendees. The article highlights three particularly impactful speeches by William L. (Bill) Moore, John Lear, and Bill Cooper.

Bill Moore's Speech

Bill Moore's speech, "UFOs and The U.S. Government, Part 1," included an admission that he was a 'freelancer' for Richard Doty of the U.S. Air Force's Office of Special Investigations. Moore stated he provided information on physicist Paul Bennewitz's theories about government activities related to UFOs, which were largely based on government disinformation. Moore vehemently denied any direct role in spreading disinformation, but his statement caused a significant backlash from the audience, with some booing and calling him names. He was escorted out of the symposium. The article notes that despite his denial, many attendees' suspicions about Moore were reinforced.

John Lear's Presentation

John Lear presented a film segment purportedly showing the assassination of President John F. Kennedy. While its authenticity is not vouched for, the segment allegedly shows a Secret Service agent turning around and firing a shot into Kennedy's forehead with what appears to be a blow-gun containing poison. Lear claims this segment was deliberately removed from televised versions of the Zapruder film. He also stated that two Secret Service agents warned him that his film would not be believed. Lear believes JFK was killed because he intended to dismantle the MJ-12 group.

Bill Cooper's Speech

The text of Bill Cooper's speech was not available at the time of writing, so it is not detailed in this report. However, other speeches from the symposium are available in the Proceedings, which can be purchased from MUFON.

Source List

The issue includes a "Source List" offering an enlarged listing of 162 worldwide UFO information sources. Interested individuals can send $5.00 to George D. Fawcett for this list.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The CUFORN Bulletin consistently focuses on UFO sightings, alleged government cover-ups, and the investigation of anomalous phenomena. The editorial stance appears to be one of critical inquiry, presenting evidence and analysis from various researchers while also acknowledging controversial aspects and potential disinformation within the UFO community. The publication aims to inform its readership about ongoing research and significant events in the field of ufology, encouraging readers to critically assess the information presented. The recurring themes include the nature of UFOs, their potential connection to government secrecy (particularly through groups like MJ-12), and the scientific analysis of physical evidence related to sightings.

This document is a bulletin from CUFORN (Center for UFO Research) dated July-August 1989, volume 11. It features a lead story about a UFO sighting by five teenagers in Massachusetts and includes a letter to the editor and a note about a new MUFON form.

Five Teens Observed UFO - A CE2 in Massachusetts

The main article, written by Lawrence J. Fenwick, details a Close Encounter of the Second Kind (CE2) reported by five teenage boys in East Douglas, Massachusetts, in the early autumn of 1973 or 1974. The incident occurred around 9:15 p.m. on Cook Street. According to CUFORN member Alan Garner, who filled out the report, the boys heard a booming sound, and a "huge UFO" materialized above them, approximately 30 feet away. The object had numerous multi-colored lights that pulsed on and off.

Garner described a "buzzing sound like millions of bees" and an "intense heat and smell." He felt peculiar and the water in the nearby Mumford River seemed to grow more troublesome as the object approached. The boys ran to a nearby hill and alerted the police. Chief Clifford Balov and Deputy John Kislak were outdoors observing the object and acknowledged its presence, radioing to someone. The boys then went to a school dance and recounted their experience.

Garner, now 30 and a medical technician with excellent vision and hearing, has had five previous sightings, including one with a "missing time" episode of 24 hours. He has been referred to Budd Hopkins regarding this incident. He also reported being questioned by men with official-looking credentials after two of his encounters, who were "very adamant about the incidents."

The object was described as triangular, solid, and metallic, giving off an odor of hydrogen sulphide and exuding heat, despite the night's temperature being 70 degrees Fahrenheit. It hovered for one to three minutes before floating down. The boys observed the object continuously on a clear night.

The object appeared to be solid with sharp edges, and the pulsation of its lights seemed synchronized with the buzzing sound. Garner estimated its size to be as large as a basketball court if held at arm's length. It moved at about five miles per hour as it descended, appearing to be "wedged between the river's banks." The river was swirling below it at its lowest position.

According to Garner, the UFO had "rods" extending about a yard out of it, and its lights were flashing and intense. He felt stunned and experienced a sensation of his whole body falling asleep, feeling as though he was being watched. None of the five observers wore eyeglasses, and the sighting occurred on a clear night with low humidity. The UFO was at a 90-degree angle above the horizon, with "lights all over it" and "no visible seams."

Garner's knowledge of UFOs came from others, and he was indifferent to the subject before his own observation. The object was slightly to the southeast of their position. The East Douglas Police had reportedly written a report, but a copy of the handwritten notes, stored in the police station attic, was not obtainable by the time of the article.

New MUFON Form Draft

Readers interested in improving their UFO sighting reports are informed about the new MUFON UFO Event Spread Sheet. This 22-item list of details is currently in draft stage and was first presented at the MUFON UFO Symposium in Las Vegas. Interested parties can write to MUFON, 103 Oldtowne Rd., Seguin, TX 78155-4099, U.S.A.

Letter to the Editor

David L. Milam from Hollywood, California, writes as a new CUFORN member, inquiring about the organization's investigative scope. He poses several questions:

• Whether aliens or joint U.S. Government/alien bases are in operation.
• If it's possible to set up a way to monitor these "bases."
• He mentions hearing of bases in Dulce, New Mexico, and near Groom Lake on the Nevada Test Site.
• He questions if a nearby house could be used to gather information, such as magnetic field disruptions or radio signals, from a distance of 50 miles.

Milam notes that the Nevada Test Site uses extremely high-speed fiber optic and microwave services, including DS-6 digital lines, as listed in the USOC book "Universal Service Order Codes" for Nevada Bell Telephone. He suggests these communication lines could potentially be used for an alien base. He states he is not expecting answers but wishes to prompt discussion.

Japan's PM Is A Ufologist

An article notes that according to Time Magazine (Sept. 18, 1989), Japan's new Prime Minister, Toshiki Kaifu, and his cousin Norio Kaifu, are dedicated ufologists.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The bulletin focuses on eyewitness accounts of UFO phenomena, particularly the CE2 sighting in Massachusetts. It also highlights the importance of detailed reporting through organizations like MUFON and CUFORN. The letter to the editor reflects a growing interest in potential government secrecy and extraterrestrial presence, posing questions about monitoring and evidence gathering. The inclusion of Japan's Prime Minister as a ufologist suggests a broader, perhaps more mainstream, acceptance or interest in the topic.