CUFORN BULLETIN

Magazine Overview

CUFORN Bulletin, Vol. 16, No. 5, September-October 1995

This issue of the CUFORN Bulletin, published by the Canadian UFO Research Network, Inc., covers a range of UFO-related topics, with a strong emphasis on Canadian sightings and investigations. The price for this issue is $5.00.

Key Articles and Reports

RCMP UFO Report from Hall Beach, N.W.T.

A significant portion of the magazine is dedicated to a detailed RCMP report concerning a UFO sighting in Hall Beach, Northwest Territories, Canada, dated November 4, 1995. The report, filed by Cpl. P.W. Hourihan, documents an encounter initially reported by an individual named Ammarolik. The sighting involved an object described as shaped like a "tea-cup and saucer, upside down," with numerous lights around its rim (alternating red and blue) and a middle portion with three brightly lit windows. The object was initially stationary but then rapidly ascended out of sight. The report emphasizes the reliability of the witnesses, including Ammarolik, his common-law spouse Jackie Angutimarik, and their two children, and states there was no evidence of drugs, alcohol, or a hoax involved. The investigation involved attempts to corroborate the sighting with other residents and inquiries with radar monitoring stations, which yielded no additional information.

Editor's Reports: Two NL's in Toronto

Lawrence J. Fenwick, the editor and publisher, recounts two personal UFO sightings he experienced in Toronto. The first occurred on August 6, 1995, at 11:25 p.m., involving three lights moving in a straight line at an estimated 100,000 feet. One light was red and steady, while two others were bright, bluish-white, flashing lights. The sighting lasted two minutes. The second sighting occurred on August 28, 1995, at 9:48 p.m., involving two similar lights that changed direction. Fenwick notes these were his fourth and fifth UFO sightings, with previous ones being multiple-witness cases.

Mack Espouses UFO Origin Theory

This section discusses Harvard psychiatrist Dr. John Mack's theory, reported by Gene Emery of the Reuter News Agency, that UFO abductors originate from another dimension. This theory is presented as an explanation for how such beings can defy known physical laws. The article draws parallels to Raymond Fowler's "dimensional theory," which suggests a realm beyond death. The text also briefly mentions the Men In Black (MIB) phenomenon in this context.

Discovery Channel UFO Documentary Postponed; UFO Video Included

An update on a Discovery Channel TV special titled "E.T. and Me" indicates that its airing has been postponed from December 1995 to January 1996. The one-hour special is described as a science show featuring interviews with 20 people, including the editor Lawrence J. Fenwick, investigator Kevin Gariepy, Robert DeLuca, John Robert Colombo, Richard Hoagland, Stanton Friedman, Gordon Cooper, RCMP officers, and Jim Smith. The article mentions that a 2-minute video of a boomerang-shaped object, analyzed by Dr. Bruce Maccabee, may be included in the show.

Beam of Light with Three Corners (Argentina)

This report, sourced from a CUFOS Associate Newsletter and originally from a Spanish-language report, details an event from around 1965 in the province of Buenos Aires, Argentina. A couple in a car witnessed a UFO emitting a luminous ray that was bent at three places. The ray descended and struck the wife's cheek, causing a sensation of gentle finger-tip touching. The husband reassured his wife, stating "they are observing us."

Letter to the Editor

Roswell Records Vanished

W. Ritchie Benedict, a writer, researcher, and lecturer from Calgary, Alberta, writes to express skepticism about the claim that Roswell records have vanished or been destroyed, calling it "convenient." He also doubts the authenticity of upcoming movie clips related to the event.

Alien Autopsy Film a Likely Hoax (Opinion by Lawrence J. Fenwick)

Lawrence J. Fenwick offers a detailed opinion that the filmed "alien autopsy" is a hoax. He bases this conclusion on several points: the creature's human-like features (nose, ears, neck), the presence of female genitals (contradicting typical alien descriptions), the lack of hair, and the open mouth (contrary to the slit-like mouth often described for aliens). He also questions the timing of the crash footage and the cameraman's name being similar to a Roswell witness. Fenwick suggests the blood color in the film is also inconsistent with typical alien descriptions. He concludes that using a dead body to fool people for money is "absolutely disgusting."

Special Offers and Membership

Special Offers

The "Special Offers" section advertises rare, out-of-print issues of "The UFO Pulse Analyzer" for $6.00 each. It also offers a 1,185-item index for Leonard Stringfield's "Situation Red-The UFO Siege" for $8.00 (Canada) or $10.00 (international). An "UFO Service" listing 162 sources of worldwide UFO information is available for a $5.00 cheque.

Membership Information

The bulletin includes a membership application form for CUFORN, Inc., encouraging readers to sign up new members. Subscription rates are $30.00 per year in Canada and $33.00 foreign. Back issues are available for $5.00 each.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The CUFORN Bulletin consistently promotes a critical and investigative approach to UFO phenomena. The editorial stance is evident in the detailed debunking of the "alien autopsy" film and the careful reporting of RCMP investigations. The magazine encourages reader participation through the National UFO Museum's research project and by soliciting new members for CUFORN. There is a clear focus on documenting UFO sightings, particularly within Canada, while also addressing broader UFO-related topics and theories. The publication appears to value evidence-based analysis and skepticism towards sensational claims, as demonstrated by the editor's opinion piece on the autopsy film.

This document comprises a two-page membership form for the Canadian UFO Research Network (CUFORN), published in their Bulletin dated September-October 1995. CUFORN, Inc. is identified as a non-profit investigative organization founded in 1977, based in Downsview, Ontario, Canada. The publication is presented as the "Canada's oldest and largest UFO research organization."

Membership Form - Page 1

The first page is a detailed membership application form. It requests the applicant's name, address, province/state, country, age, occupation, home and business telephone numbers, and postal/zip code. Educational background is also solicited, including grade level, college/university, and degree information.

Applicants are asked to rate their interest in the UFO phenomenon on a scale from slight to intense and to state how many years they have engaged in UFO research. They are also prompted to specify if they have any training in scientific or specialized areas and to provide details if so.

A significant section of the form asks members to mark their preference for research in various aspects of ufology, using a scale from "Very Interested" to "Least Interested." The listed research areas are:

• Landing site investigations
• Nocturnal lights reports
• Physiological effects on humans and animals
• Electromagnetic effects on electrical apparatus, cars
• Contact cases and/or abductions
• Humanoid reports
• Propulsion system theories
• Sociological or psychological impact
• Government/military investigations & policy
• Men-in-Black reports & paranormal aspects
• Bigfoot/Sasquatch/UFO connection
• Crash/retrievals
• Other (specify)

The form concludes with fields for the date, name, and signature of the applicant. It instructs applicants to fill out both sides and mail the form with a cheque or money order for $30 or $33 made out to CUFORN, Inc. Membership includes the regular bi-monthly CUFORN Bulletin.

Membership Form - Page 2

The second page continues the membership information, focusing on field investigation capabilities. It states that field investigation training will be arranged for those with the time and proper tools, and that sighting report forms will be sent to qualified investigators.

Applicants are asked to check off items they have available for use in field investigation. This list is extensive and covers a wide range of equipment and resources:

General Equipment:

• word processor
• computer
• colour identification chart or wheel
• magnifying glass
• camera - 35mm, Polaroid, instant
• extra batteries for flashlight and tape recorder
• maps of your local area
• star/constellation maps
• cassette tape recorder
• typewriter
• video camera (8mm, 16mm)
• automobile
• movie camera (8mm, 16mm)
• compass
• photo development equipment
• sample bags or bottles
• movie projector
• tweezers
• VCR
• pocket knife
• magnetometer
• work gloves
• Geiger counter (scalar-rate meter type, survey meter type)
• flashlight
• magnetic field detector
• notebook
• CB radio
• sketchpad

Specialized Access/Experience:

• pilot's licence
• walkie-talkie
• ham radio equipment
• access to government or private labs for soil analysis
• access to psychologist or psychotherapist who does regressive hypnosis
• airband scanner
• tape measure
• small spade or shovel
• access to small aircraft
• access to psychological stress equipment
• access to polygraph equipment
• experience in interview techniques
• UFO shape chart
• telescope
• binoculars
• metal detector

Applicants are also asked to provide telephone numbers for various services and organizations, including:

• weather bureau
• all local airport control towers
• police (municipal, state, provincial, county, federal)
• local hydro-electric (power) information
• local university or college departments of astronomy, biology, psychology, physics, metallurgy, etc.
• local air force base
• observatory
• planetarium
• marine weather bureau
• aviation weather bureau

Finally, there is an open field to list any other equipment not mentioned. The page is signed by Lawrence J. (Larry) Fenwick, CUFORN Co-Director and Secretary.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The primary theme of this document is the recruitment and organization of members for UFO research. CUFORN actively seeks individuals interested in various facets of ufology and aims to equip and train them for field investigations. The organization positions itself as a well-established and significant entity in Canada, offering a structured approach to research through its bulletin and training programs. The detailed checklists suggest a methodical and comprehensive approach to data collection and investigation within the field of UFO studies.