CUFORN Bulletin - Vol 10 No 05 - 1989 - Sep-Oct

Magazine Overview

This issue of the CUFORN Bulletin, Vol. 10, No. 5, dated September-October 1989, is published by the Canadian U.F.O. Research Network. The cover features a photograph of Whitley Streiber and William L. Moore at a UFO conference, with the headline promoting their participation. The issue is priced at $3.25 and includes articles on a Connecticut conference, a Toronto sighting, and UFO technology.

Connecticut Conference: 'The UFO Experience'

Tom Mickus reviews the 'The UFO Experience' conference sponsored by Omega Communications, run by John White. Mickus criticizes the high cost of attendance ($120 in advance, $150 at the door), deeming it 'outrageous' and commercially motivated. He also notes the conference's location in North Haven, Connecticut, as a less-than-ideal roadside stop. Despite the organizational issues, Mickus found the conference successful due to the opportunity to meet and converse with prominent figures in the UFO field, including Bill Moore, Jerry Clark, Walt Andrus, Betty Andreasson, Whitley Streiber, John Keel, and Bill Knell. He expresses support for Bill Moore's efforts to uncover government cover-ups, describing him as a 'remarkable individual' who has made significant progress.

Bill Moore's Speech

Bill Moore's speech, though delivered with a cold, updated attendees on the MJ-12 documents research. Mickus reports that the upcoming Friedman report on the authenticity of three MJ-12 documents suggests 'one strong, one weak, and one leaning positive but still open to question.'

Other Speakers

John Keel's lecture, while interesting, was somewhat off-topic, focusing on Men in Black (MIB) material. Kenneth Ring's talk explored the idea that UFO 'abductees' and those with Near-Death Experiences (NDE) are 'electro-sensitive' and may have been abused as children.

Whitley Streiber's Talk

Whitley Streiber's talk was the best attended. Streiber came across as believable but stressed, expressing frustration with negative press, particularly from the Wall Street Journal. He criticized the UFO press, calling them 'prostitutes,' and specifically mentioned 'UFO' Magazine for printing unsubstantiated rumors, such as the abduction of 2,000 children in Westchester County.

Conference Interactions

Following Streiber's outburst, Vicki Cooper, editor of 'UFO' Magazine, attempted to speak with him about his allegations but was rebuffed. Streiber's wife also engaged in a verbal exchange with Cooper. Mickus describes Streiber's behavior as childish and overly sensitive to criticism.

Presentations and Observations

One presentation by Ellen Crystall, featuring photos of UFOs and 'Tesla fields,' was deemed disappointing and lacking convincing evidence. Vicki Cooper's talk on 'The Media and UFOs' was considered mildly interesting but hastily prepared, and she faced audience questions regarding her information on USSR sightings.

UFO on Videotape

Walt Andrus of MUFON presented a home videotape made by a Japanese citizen showing a UFO overflight. However, the video player malfunctioned during crucial moments, possibly due to an electromagnetic pulse, preventing the audience from seeing the UFO clearly. Andrus also reported his briefcase and photos stolen during the conference.

Walker Update

Tom Mickus provides an update on Eric A. Walker, President of Pen State University, linking him to early UFO technology research and his knowledge of MJ-12 and government cover-ups. The article notes that Walker continues to remain silent on his specific activities, but more definitive information is expected in the next issue. Readers interested in a preliminary report on Walker can contact CUFORN researcher Grant Cameron.

Letter to the Editor

Ben Obina writes to express appreciation for the CUFORN Bulletin, finding it informative and keeping him updated on ufology worldwide. He mentions that his newsletter, 'The Last Trumpet,' has received tremendous responses.

How UFO Observations Can Lead to Improved Flight Technology

Thomas Mehner, from East Germany, explores the potential connection between UFO observations and advancements in flight technology. He posits that UFOs may possess extraterrestrial origins and that their visual aspects, such as colors and metallic appearance, could offer insights into future technology. Mehner suggests that the observed colors of UFOs are due to energetic interactions with the terrestrial atmosphere, specifically the ionization of rare gases. This ionization process, when energized, causes gases to emit light, producing a spectrum of colors from blue-violet to red. He likens this to atomic processes where electrons fall from their energetic levels, releasing photons. Mehner also notes the remarkable silence of UFOs, even at high speeds, and links this to the atmospheric ionization process. He references a 1960s American experiment by Cahn and Andrews at Northrop Corporation, which found that discharging electricity into the atmosphere in front of supersonic aircraft could reduce sonic booms and aerodynamic friction. This experiment produced a blue light around the aircraft, visible from the ground. Mehner hypothesizes that UFOs might employ similar mechanisms to achieve high-speed, silent flight and reduce energy expenditure.

Psychiatrist Reports Recent Daylight Disc in Toronto

Lawrence J. Fenwick reports on a UFO sighting by Dr. Ron Charach, a psychiatrist from Toronto. Dr. Charach observed a swift-moving object in the sky, described as elliptical, ovoid, or similar to diagram B, with a dull, metallic, greyish finish. The object was seen at an altitude of 500 to 1,000 feet and moved at a speed that appeared much faster than any known military vehicle. He later experienced a vivid dream about the sighting and contacted CUFORN. Dr. Charach was surprised to learn about regressive hypnosis when asked if he would like to try it to remember more about the event. The article notes that three psychiatrists have reported being abducted aboard UFOs, according to ufologist Budd Hopkins.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The CUFORN Bulletin consistently focuses on UFO research, investigations, and the dissemination of information within the UFO community. The editorial stance appears to be one of critical inquiry, as evidenced by the review of the 'UFO Experience' conference and the detailed analysis of UFO phenomena. There is a clear interest in scientific explanations for UFO sightings and their potential technological implications. The publication also serves as a platform for members to share their experiences and research, as seen in the 'Letter to the Editor' and the various articles contributed by CUFORN members and consultants.

Title: CUFORN BULLETIN
Issue: SEPTEMBER-OCTOBER 1989
Volume: 11
Date: October 26, 1989

This issue of the CUFORN Bulletin focuses on a series of UFO sightings reported in Langenburg, Saskatchewan, Canada. The cover headline, "UFOs cause stir in Sask.," highlights the local impact of these events, with residents actively looking for proof of extraterrestrial visitation.

UFOs in Langenburg, Saskatchewan

The main article details multiple reports of strange flying objects over Langenburg. RCMP Sgt. Herman Fogen is investigating the sightings, stating that "Everybody is talking about it" and that he is compiling statements to forward to the National Research Council. Fogen expressed openness to the possibility of extraterrestrial visitors, noting that "Russian people are talking to aliens so there's no reason we shouldn't be able to see them at least."

The initial sighting was reported on the night of October 11, 1989, by a group of high school students and two teachers who saw a brightly lit object. Two days later, on Friday the 13th, a similar object visited a farm 10 kilometers south of the town. Teacher Bob Markham, who witnessed the object for 10 to 15 minutes, stated, "I am convinced there is something strange happening in the area."

Rose Neumeier, a 39-year-old resident, described a huge, silvery object silently floating over her farmyard for between two and five minutes on the morning of October 13th. She initially dismissed it as a car but noted the light was stationary. She described the object as about nine meters long and three meters thick, hovering about 30 meters in the air. It had a flat top and a bottom like corrugated steel, with brilliant light reflecting from the joint. Neumeier emphasized that the object made no noise and did not disturb her cattle or dog. She observed it rising in slow motion, curving north, and then disappearing over the pasture.

Markham also reported seeing an object from one or two kilometers away, which had red lights on the bottom and a flashing light on top. He estimated it was about 200 meters in the air, floating in a field near grain elevators. Students reported seeing the object swoop down on a town park around 7 p.m. while they were skateboarding.

Historical Context and Previous Sightings

The article notes that these are not the first reported sightings in the area. In 1974, a farmer claimed to have seen five aluminum-like flying machines hovering in a field, and five circular depressions in the grass lent credence to his story.

Edwin Fuhr's Encounter

Edwin Fuhr, a resident of Langenburg, believes that the recent UFO flap signifies the return of "them." He recounts an encounter from 15 autumns prior (around 1974) while swathing his rape field. He saw what he initially thought was a goose blind near a slough, but upon closer inspection, realized it was five UFOs: two saucers five meters in diameter and three slightly smaller ones, hovering half a meter off the ground. He described them as having the classical shape popularized in 1950s movies – "upside down saucers, with lips, and domes on the top." They were revolving without any visible means of support.

Fuhr states this encounter occurred around 9:30 a.m. on a September 1st morning. He watched them for an hour but experienced a loss of two and a half hours from his memory, only recalling seeing the saucers leave "in step formation, one at a time." He recalls a feeling that his body had received an electrical jolt. Despite initial investigations by reporters, Mounties, the FBI, and UFO researchers, Fuhr was told the objects were "mushrooms I saw," a conclusion he dismisses.

CUFORN Follow-up and Other Reports

CUFORN received a letter from Iona Jacobson of Stockholm, Saskatchewan, providing contact numbers for adult observers. M. Al (Toby) Powaschuk in Wynyard, Saskatchewan, was contacted and agreed to try and get a full report from the observers. Larry Fenwick, editor, is also pursuing a new investigation into the 1974 incident involving Edwin Fuhr, considering the possibility of abduction.

Colin Rosin, a 36-year-old insurance agent, reported seeing UFOs every night for a week. He and his nine-year-old daughter Jade spotted a craft coasting across the highway with no sound. Rosin described the craft as sporting flashing colored lights and being as wide as a single-engine aircraft. He has since seen up to five objects nightly.

Rose Neumeier, while on the phone, spotted an oblong object hovering 10 to 15 meters above her backyard shed. She described the top as flat like a pie plate and the bottom as rounded with a bright light in the center. Neumeier, who identifies as a UFO skeptic, stated she was "a lot less skeptical" after this sighting.

Paul Goddard, 12, and four friends saw red, yellow, white, and blue lights moving towards them while skateboarding in the town park on October 11th. They reported the object came down, stopped, and then took off. The boys hid, fearing abduction.

The article also mentions a "Source List" offering an enlarged listing of 162 sources of worldwide UFO information for $5.00. Additionally, it notes "More Ontario reports" from Kenora, Winnipeg, Gormley, Toronto, and Scarborough, indicating a broader interest in UFO phenomena.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are UFO sightings, eyewitness testimony, the investigation of these phenomena, and the potential for extraterrestrial contact. The editorial stance appears to be one of open-minded inquiry, presenting eyewitness accounts and investigative efforts without outright dismissal, while also acknowledging skepticism and the need for evidence. The inclusion of historical cases and follow-up investigations suggests a commitment to exploring the UFO phenomenon comprehensively.