CUFORN BULLETIN

Magazine Overview

Title: CUFORN BULLETIN
Issue: VOL.18, NO.3
Date: MAY/JUNE 1997
Publisher: CUFORN Research Network
Country: Canada
Theme: UFO Research, Paranormal Investigations

This issue of the CUFORN Bulletin marks its 20th Anniversary and presents a variety of articles and reports related to UFO phenomena. The cover features the CUFORN logo, the magazine title, a headline celebrating their anniversary, and photographs of the editor and the CUFORN offices. The issue includes a multiple observer report from Toronto, an account of a mysterious trip with 'missing time' in Hungary, and further data on an alien magnesium rod.

Feature Articles

The Importance of the Alien Magnesium Rod

This article, co-authored by Garfield Bowser (B.Eng.) and Lawrence J. Fenwick (B.A.), discusses the alien magnesium rod given to an abductee in Hungary. It is described as a 'catabolic intensifier' used for energy creation, capable of converting complex compounds into simpler ones with the release of energy. The authors suggest it could be used to change material by vibrating it to form new elements, potentially acting as a weapon. The article explores the concept of vibrations and how 'greys' might perceive elements and reality differently from humans, suggesting they use 'fast mental constructs'. The rod's ability to dissociate organic material is highlighted, with the potential to break down a plant into its constituent elements.

Japanese-Polish Abductee Sends Further Data on Alien Magnesium Rod

Authored by Lawrence J. Fenwick and Paul Kaminski, this piece provides additional data on the alien magnesium rod. It references information from Tarcali Gabor of Debrecen, Hungary, regarding the rod's analysis, which was conducted by a Hungarian University without the usual fee. Laszlo Bako, the abductee, has limited memories of the alien being. The rod itself is described as looking like a long cigar case. Mr. Bako reported side-effects including headaches and general indisposition, followed by eye-ache and spine-ache. The data on the rod's chemical composition was reportedly part of a video tape shown on Japanese TV, obtained at the Mitsui Metal Laboratory in Tokyo. The exterior analysis shows Magnesium at 99.83%, with trace amounts of other elements including Carbon, Nitrogen, Oxygen, Sodium, Aluminum, Silicon, Chlorine, Potassium, Calcium, Manganese, Iron, Nickel, Copper, Zinc, and Lead.

A Mysterious Trip with "Missing Time"

Written by Laszlo Kiss of the Hungarian Research Network (HUFON), this article details an incident in Hajdu-Bihar County, Hungary. On June 13, 1996, a driver and his 4-year-old daughter were traveling to Bodaszolo when they encountered a fallen poplar tree blocking a dirt road. After attempting to move the tree and then reversing, the driver experienced 'missing time' – a period of approximately five to ten minutes during which they inexplicably traveled forward through woods without a road, eventually emerging onto a different road and ending up near the town of Teglas, far from their intended destination. Neither occupant remembers the missing time, and the father declined regressive hypnosis. The daughter has since mentioned 'horrid old men'. The editor notes the possibility of alien abduction.

Member Reports NL in Toronto Area June 3, 1997

This report from Mr. L.C., a member in Scarborough, Ontario, describes a sighting of a nocturnal light on June 3, 1997. At approximately 4:35 a.m., he observed a steady, bright white light moving from North East to South West at a high speed, too fast for a satellite. He ruled out an airplane or helicopter due to the lack of flashing lights and sound, and a balloon due to the absence of wind. The sighting lasted about one minute, with the light gradually fading out over 12 seconds, a phenomenon he has observed with other UFOs.

Other Content and Sections

Special Offers: The bulletin lists several special offers, including rare, out-of-print issues of 'The UFO Pulse Analyzer' for $6.00, and a 'Complete Index for "Situation Red-The UFO Siege"' by Leonard Stringfield for $8.00 (Canadian residents) or $10.00 (international).

UFO Service: An enlarged listing of 162 sources of worldwide UFO information is available for $5.00.

National UFO Museum Project: The National UFO Museum is seeking information from the public for a research project to uncover the truth about the UFO phenomenon. They request details of sightings or contacts, including time, date, location, descriptions, drawings, physical evidence, and witnesses.

CUFORN Staff and Consultants: The bulletin lists the CUFORN staff, including President Joseph Muskat, Secretary Lawrence J. Fenwick, Treasurer Harry Tokarz, and Media Reporter Larry Chew. It also lists various consultants in fields such as Nuclear Physics, Physics, Astronomy, Computer Technology, Microbiology, Chemistry, Sociology, Engineering, Aeronautics, Linguistics, and Psychology.

Membership/Subscription: Rates are $30.00 per year in Canada and $33.00 foreign in Canadian funds. Back issues are available for $5.00 each.

For Sale - UFO Audio Cassettes: 105 cassettes are available for $8.00 each, with a detailed list available for $2.00.

Book Review: The issue mentions a new book, 'The Day After Roswell', by U.S. Army Colonel Philip J. Corso, detailing alleged U.S. Army retrieval and back-engineering of alien technology.

Advertisements: The bulletin includes advertisements for 'Cool UFO Shirts', the 'Flying Saucer Restaurant' in Niagara Falls, Ontario, and a 'Visitors No More' service.

UFOs - Recommended Reading List: A recommended reading list about UFOs is available for $5.00, compiled by a journalist with over 40 years of experience in the UFO field.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The CUFORN Bulletin consistently focuses on UFO sightings, abductions, and related phenomena, presenting anecdotal evidence and analysis from its members and researchers. The editorial stance appears to be one of open investigation into the UFO phenomenon, encouraging public participation and providing resources for further research. The publication emphasizes its role as a non-profit investigative organization dedicated to uncovering the truth. The recurring theme of 'missing time' and the potential for alien technology, such as the magnesium rod, highlights the magazine's interest in the more unusual and unexplained aspects of UFO encounters.