CUFORN Bulletin - Vol 10 No 06 - 1989 - Nov-Dec

Magazine Overview

The CUFORN Bulletin, Volume 10, Number 6, dated November-December 1989, is published by the Canadian UFO Research Network, Inc. The issue features a variety of articles on UFO phenomena, alien encounters, and scientific investigations.

Articles

Pillar of Fire Left Magnesium Metal Powder on Israeli Beach This article by George Hathaway details the analysis of a grey powder found on Shikmona Beach, Haifa, Israel, on April 21, 1989. The powder, sent by Lawrence J. Fenwick, was analyzed using a Hitachi Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM) with an Energy Dispersive X-Ray (EDX) analyzer. The analysis revealed the substance to be primarily Magnesium (Mg) with trace amounts of Chlorine (Cl), Silicon (Si), and Calcium (Ca). The article speculates that the Magnesium might be in metal form, or possibly as Magnesium Oxide or Peroxide. The trace elements could originate from beach sands or human sweat. Further analysis like X-Ray Fluorescence or Neutron Activation Analysis would be needed for light element quantitation.

The Grey Aliens - An Evaluation Written by Nick H. Edwards, this article evaluates the 'grey aliens' based on his experiences as an abductee and ufologist. He suggests that grey aliens have been experimenting with genetic engineering since the 1940s, aiming to create a new being that is half human and half grey alien. He believes they come from a planet beyond our solar system, possibly 75-80% the size of Earth, with a thinner atmosphere. Edwards also touches upon the ethical implications of their actions, suggesting they operate without consent and disregard human feelings, akin to breaking human and divine laws. He relates the phenomenon to biblical principles and wonders if they will eventually leave Earth.

UFOs Over the Polish Borderland This article, an excerpt from a longer story sent from the Cosmical Comacs Club in Poland, details a strange incident in Gdynia in 1959. A luminous object reportedly dropped into a port basin, and Polish Navy divers recovered pieces of metal that were investigated by scientists. The metal was identified as stainless but its origin was unknown. Later, a creature in a one-piece metal suit, with a burned face and unusual number of fingers and toes, was found on the beach. The creature was taken to the University of Gdansk Hospital, where it died. The article also mentions reports from the Tatras Mountains, including a CE2 UFO sighting in 1979 and a CE0 sighting in 1959.

Student Sighting This personal account describes a UFO sighting by the author (presumably Nick H. Edwards or another CUFORN member) in the Tatras region of Poland. While on a school trip, the author and colleagues observed a strange, triangle-shaped object, bright white in color, moving slowly across the sky for nearly an hour. The object was later described in Cracovian newspapers and confirmed by scientists.

Strange Lights at Castlegar This article, reprinted from Western Report Magazine, details a credible witness account from Carter Willness in Castlegar, British Columbia. On July 29, 1989, Willness observed a bright flash of light and numerous streaks like meteors while driving home. The phenomenon continued at his home, with flashes coming from over the airport and in all directions. He also described a mist-like phenomenon in the clear night sky. The article notes that strange nocturnal events have become commonplace in the Castlegar area, with other residents reporting similar sightings of bright star-like objects.

Physicist Describes Working on Alien Spacecraft at Secret U.S. Military Base This article reviews a TV documentary featuring Robert Lazar, a physicist and electronics expert. Lazar claims to have worked for the U.S. Navy on a restricted military base, Area S-4 at Groom Lake, Nevada, on UFOs of alien origin. He described the UFOs' propulsion system as using 'anti-matter and gravity waves' and called it 'magic'. He stated there were nine UFOs in underground hangars and witnessed test flights of a 'sports model' UFO. The article notes that a videotape of a test flight was shown in the documentary.

Advertising Agency Executive and Friends Report NLs and Possible "Bedroom Visitor" This report details a series of events experienced by Gail Livitsanis, an advertising agency executive. She reported a possible 'bedroom visitor' incident in 1979, involving paralysis and strange sounds. Later, in 1983, she observed a tubular shaped object with a white light. In 1989, she reported seeing a bright yellow light in the sky with smaller red, white, and blue lights emanating from it. Livitsanis expressed an 'impending urgency' and a sense of peacefulness, and sought regressive hypnosis.

Letter to the Editor Gerald T. Schulz writes about his VHS videotape of the documentary 'Alternative 3' and seeks to track down a better copy. He expresses his belief that 'Alternative 3' is not science fiction, having verified dates and names. He is seeking data on the 'Alternative 3' hypothesis and information on groups that take it seriously. He also seeks a copy of the book 'Aliens Over Antipodes'.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The CUFORN Bulletin consistently explores unexplained aerial phenomena, alien encounters, and alleged government cover-ups. The publication presents witness testimonies, scientific analyses, and investigative reports, often with a focus on cases that challenge conventional explanations. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry into these subjects, providing a platform for members and contributors to share their findings and theories. The inclusion of letters to the editor and staff listings indicates a community-oriented approach to UFO research.

Title: CUFORN BULLETIN
Issue: NOVEMBER-DECEMBER, 1989
Volume: 11
Date: November-December, 1989

This issue of the CUFORN Bulletin features a detailed review of a nine-part documentary produced by KLAS-TV, Las Vegas, focusing on the subject of UFOs. The review highlights the segment on former Navy scientist Bob Lazar, who claims to have worked on alien technology at Area 51.

The Navy at Work: Bob Lazar's Story

The article details Lazar's claims, including his alleged involvement with alien spacecraft and technology. It mentions that Lazar provided drawings of UFOs he observed, including a "sports model" and another UFO, with some parts labeled. The text notes that the wording on the drawings was very small and the drawings appeared briefly, requiring a "freeze frame" to read.

Following his public disclosure, Lazar reportedly faced severe repercussions. According to him, the Navy "made me a non-person," destroyed his hospital birth records, instructed schools to do the same, and erased his employment records. He lost his Navy job but subsequently founded his own company. The TV station investigating his claims found a company telephone directory from Los Alamos Laboratories listing him as an employee, and newspaper articles also supported this. An outside view of the E G & G facility at Geoom Lake, where he was reportedly hired, is also shown.

Review of the KLAS-TV Documentary

The reviewer considers the KLAS-TV documentary to be the best television show ever produced on the subject of UFOs, expressing surprise that it was only aired in the Las Vegas area and not nationally on ABC-TV. The show is described as a culmination of a nine-part series aired earlier in 1989.

The documentary's presentation is praised for its finely edited mix of interviews, videotapes, film clips, graphics, theme music, and a script that effectively addressed various aspects of ufology. The show's producer, George Knapp, met with CUFORN representatives Harry Tokarz and Tom Mickus at the MUFON Symposium in Las Vegas in July 1989, leading to a copy of the videotape being sent to Mickus.

Interviews and Content

The show featured interviews with numerous individuals, including Stanton Friedman, John Lear, Jr., Walter Andrus, Jr., Bill Cooper, Lee Elders, Whitley Streiber, Charles Ellery, and Bob Oechsler. Debunker Phillip Klass was also included, with his statements reportedly refuted by the scriptwriter, John Lear, and Stanton Friedman.

George Knapp served as both producer and narrator, doing a "splendid job." The script was developed with the assistance of consultants such as Stanton Friedman, Linda Moulton Howe, Lee Elders, John Lear, Tony Pelham, and input from Republic Pictures, 20th Century Fox, and Universal-MCA. Lucinda Owens directed the documentary.

The documentary included interviews with ten UFO observers and numerous still photographs of people commenting on UFOs. Notable interviewees or individuals featured included William L. Moore, Eduard "Billy" Meier, Linda Moulton Howe, Budd Hopkins, Herman Oberth, Wilbert Smith, Werner von Braun, Claude Vorilhon ("Rael"), Dr. J. Allen Hynek, former British Prime Minister Winston S. Churchill, and military figures such as General George C. Marshall, General Harold Brown, General Douglas MacArthur, Senator and General Barry Goldwater, General Roger Ramey, General Hoyt Vanderburg, General C.H. Bollender, Capt. Edward J. Ruppelt, Major Jesse Marcel, Lt. Bob Shirkey, Lt. Walter Haut, Sgt. Lonnie James, and Sgt. Larry Bryant. Photos of Vannevar Bush, former U.S. Presidents Jimmy Carter, Gerald Ford, Harry S. Truman, and Dwight David Eisenhower were shown, as was a film of former President Ronald Reagan and a still photo of Steven Spielberg.

Scientists interviewed included archaeologist Neal Freer, Dr. Dale Etheridge, and Stanton Friedman. Additional interviews featured Bill Goodman (host of a radio show on KVEG), channeler Robert Shapiro, Harry Reidel (Editor of the Roswell Daily Record), former U.S. Senator Floyd Lamb, four people who lived on ranches where cattle were mutilated, retired Sheriff Larry Wilkinson, and a polygraph examiner.

Aspects of Ufology Covered

The documentary covered a wide range of ufological topics within its two-hour runtime. These included: M.J-12, Projects Sign, Grudge, Twinkle, Blue Book, and Aquarius; newspaper coverage of UFOs, with an emphasis on sensational tabloids; UFO literature; SETI; symposiums; the cover-up; abductions; UFO photographs, movies, and videotapes; cults; channelers; cattle mutilations; the Eduard Meier case; the Roswell crash-retrieval; IFOs (Identified Flying Objects); Hollywood's portrayal of UFOs; Groom Lake; Area S-4 of Area 51; the 1975 overflights of Air Force bases; radar cases; the Condon Report; the Robertson panel; the Discovery shuttle audiotape; NASA; and various religions' attitudes towards extraterrestrials and UFOs.

Film Clips and Graphics

Extensive use of graphics was employed, along with film clips from movies such as "The Day The Earth Stood Still," "It Came From Outer Space," "Invasion of the Body Snatchers," "E.T.," and "Close Encounters of the Third Kind." Television's use of the UFO theme was also featured.

Government Documents and Repetition

Numerous government documents were displayed, but they were difficult to read due to their small print. The narrator sometimes read excerpts, but not always the parts shown, leading to viewer confusion. Some excerpts were presented in large print, with or without quotation marks. Bob Lazar was interviewed twice, wearing different clothing, indicating distinct interview sessions.

There was some repetition of film and still photos, attributed to the show being largely composed of segments from the earlier nine-part series.

Commercials and Advertisements

Commercials were interspersed, with some removed by the editor before the tape was sent to CUFORN. Advertisements included those for a local production of "Phantom of the Opera," Major Video stores, a local hardware store, a flea market, and the Time-Life book series "Mysteries of the Unknown." An advertisement for another UFO videotape, available via a "900" phone number called "The UFO Hotline," was also mentioned. This videotape, narrated by a woman, could not be shown on television and cost $6.50 plus the phone call.

KLAS-TV: Pro-UFO Stance

The overall tone of the show was strongly pro-UFO. Phillip Klass's statements were effectively countered by the scriptwriter, John Lear, and Stanton Friedman.

The theme music was described as dramatic and enhancing the show's effect. Each section concluded with a short promotion for the next part, typical of a documentary series.

Ordering the Documentary

David Aaron, Director of the U.F.O. Audio-video Clearing House, reported that approximately 500 orders had been received from ufologists for copies of the KLAS-TV show, representing a significant portion of the clearing house's membership. The cost is $30.00, but requires a prior order from their catalog. The show is highly recommended, with the reviewer noting that a group audience actually applauded after viewing it.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The CUFORN Bulletin consistently supports the investigation of UFO phenomena and presents information from a pro-ufology perspective. This issue's review of the KLAS-TV documentary aligns with this stance by praising its comprehensive coverage, the presentation of evidence, and its refutation of skeptical viewpoints. The publication appears to advocate for greater public awareness and acceptance of UFO-related topics, as evidenced by its recommendation for every ufologist to see the reviewed show.