Devil's Advocate, The - No 02

Magazine Overview

This issue of "The Devil's Advocate" (Fall '95, Issue #2) is a UFO-focused publication from Pensacola, FL, priced at $2. The magazine aims to provide an objective and critical perspective on the UFO phenomenon, encouraging readers to think and examine all sides of the story. The cover features a quote from Dr. Richard Boylan regarding abductees and mentions Dan Wright from the MUFON Transcription Project. It also highlights upcoming articles on the GAO Roswell report and Whitley Strieber's "The Gulf Breeze Six."

Articles and Content

G.A.O. Report on Roswell

The magazine discusses the General Accounting Office (GAO) report on the Roswell UFO crash. While no major revelations were made, the report noted that the search for government records was complicated by missing documents, with no clear explanation. The GAO suggests regulations for record management might have been unclear or changing at the time. The article notes that Congressman Steven Schiff was "very satisfied" with the GAO's work, and that the investigation was largely "constituent driven." The GAO report can be obtained by referencing report # NSIAD-95-187.

Roswell Autopsies?

This section reviews the "Roswell autopsy film" shown on FOX, expressing surprise at its convincing nature. The authors question why FOX did not show the entire film and ponder how the cameraman retained the footage if a cover-up occurred. They invite reader opinions on this matter.

Messages From Mary

This piece presents information from Veronica Lueken, who claims to have received messages from the Virgin Mary regarding UFOs. According to these messages, UFOs are vehicles from Satan, promoting accidents and false miracles. The Virgin Mary allegedly refers to lights seen in the sky as "call lights" that precede her appearances and can be found in photographs.

Gulf Breeze UFO Look-alike Photographed In 1968

The magazine investigates a potential link between the Gulf Breeze UFO photographs taken by Ed Walters and a chart created by Dr. R.N. Shepard in 1968 for the House Committee on Science and Astronautics. A drawing on Shepard's chart bears a remarkable resemblance to Walters' photos, despite predating them. Dr. Shepard, when contacted, could not recall specifics but noted the photograph used for the chart appeared to be of questionable authenticity. The article explores the possibility that Walters' photos might be fake if inspired by this earlier, potentially fake, image, or if he was subliminally influenced. Ed Walters was contacted for comment but had not responded at the time of publication.

Whitley Strieber Responds

This section includes two questions and answers from Whitley Strieber. He addresses his Catholic faith, stating that while the church has problems, it offers good and unbroken communion. Regarding UFO videos, he mentions watching footage from the Roswell incident and a "remarkable" video from "another planet" that is not yet publicly shown. He is working to change this.

Review: Breakthrough: The Next Step by Whitley Strieber

This review discusses Strieber's third book on abduction phenomena. The reviewer finds that while Strieber's "proof" falls short, his narrative is fascinating and draws the reader in, making them want to believe. The book makes extreme claims, including an alien guest staying for months. The review concludes that the book is well-written and interesting for anyone interested in the abduction phenomenon.

Review: Unbroken Promises: A True Story of Courage and Belief

This review covers a book by Vance Davis and Brian Blashaw about six U.S. Army Intelligence Specialists who went AWOL in 1990 and were caught in Gulf Breeze, Florida. The book details their experiences, including messages from a Ouija board, claims of psychic abilities, and encounters with "Guides" and even Satan. The reviewer finds the book a "weird combination of New Age, Christian fundamentalism, and William Cooper." The soldiers received Honorable Discharges, which the reviewer notes are minor reprimands.

Letter To The Editor

J.J. Snyder writes to praise "Devil's Advocate" for its objective, critical, and open-minded approach to the UFO investigative field, filling a need for such a publication.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are the Roswell incident, UFO sightings and photographs (particularly the Gulf Breeze case), alien abductions, and the potential for government cover-ups. The editorial stance of "The Devil's Advocate" is to present a critical, objective, and open-minded view of the UFO phenomenon, encouraging thought and examination of all perspectives rather than adhering to strict debunking or belief.

Title: Directives From Heaven
Issue Date: May 28, 1993
Volume: 3, No. 45
Publisher: Our Lady of the Roses
Primary Theme: UFOs as manifestations of demonic activity and deception.

Main Cover Story: UFOS

The cover prominently features the term "UFOS" and includes a quote from "The Approved Text of the Secret of La Salette" which states that astonishing wonders will take place on earth and in the air, with Satan having great power over nature and people being transported by evil spirits. The magazine presents excerpts from over 300 messages given by "Heaven" to the world, emphasizing the proper conduct and perception for Roman Catholics.

Spirits of Darkness

A message from Our Lady on November 24, 1973, describes flying saucers as a means for "spirits of darkness" to travel, urging prayer for their "flight" rather than fear.

Delusion

On September 28, 1974, Our Lady explained that there are no beings on other planets and that the creation of God is limited to Earth, with Adam and Eve as the first humans. Fantasizing about life on other planets is a falsehood.

The Elements

Our Lady stated on February 1, 1978, that UFOs are "supernatural manifestations from hell," created by demons who can control the elements and nature due to their great power on Earth.

No Vehicles

On November 1, 1985, Our Lady clarified that there are no extraterrestrial vehicles, but rather "agents of hell in transport." She explained that these are not ordinary spirits but demons and Satan himself, using transports for reasons not yet fully revealed to scientists.

Rapture

A message from December 7, 1976, suggests that those "taken from your earth before the great Chastisement" and reported by media as being carried off by flying saucers were actually taken into a supernatural realm of the Eternal Father to await the return of Jesus.

Not a Figment

On June 16, 1977, Our Lady warned that in the "final battle," many agents of hell are loosed upon Earth, traveling in transports, and cautioned against believing false theories.

Background Story: "The Lourdes of America"

This section details Veronica Lueken, the seer of Bayside, New York, who has been receiving messages from Our Lady since April 7, 1970. It mentions the apparitions occurring at the old St. Robert Bellarmine Church and later at the Vatican Pavilion Site in Flushing Meadows-Corona Park. Our Lady requested the erection of a Shrine and Basilica named "Our Lady of the Roses, Mary Help of Mothers." Veronica is instructed to disseminate the messages globally, and the messages are recorded by tape.

Wasting Money

Jesus stated on November 1, 1985, that there are no beings on other planets and that wasting national resources searching for life elsewhere leads to economic, moral, and factual destruction.

Across the Veil

On September 7, 1976, Our Lady told scientists that their search for other worlds in space will find only a void, as the "other world" is "across the veil" – the world of the supernatural.

Transports from Hell

Jesus, on June 18, 1992, reiterated that there is no life on other planets and that flying saucers are "transports from hell." He warned that with the sins of mankind, hell is loosed upon Earth, and Satan knows his time is short.

Scientists

Our Lady warned on June 16, 1977, that great changes in nature would occur, and demons loosed upon Earth would set in motion "diabolical manifestations" in the hearts and sight of mankind.

Pits of Hell

Veronica described seeing a large pit with horrible-looking beings resembling people and animals at its edge. These beings were riding "rays" that shot up from the pit. Our Lady identified these as "transports of hell" and stated that "Man will not accept the truth."

Holy Hour

This section details the weekly Holy Hour and Vigils of Prayer held at the Vatican Pavilion Site in Flushing Meadows-Corona Park, Queens, New York, for the intentions of the Pope and clergy, and in reparation for the profanation of the Lord's Day. Contact information for "Our Lady of the Roses Mary Help of Mothers Shrine" is provided.

US Air Force Fact Sheet: UFOs & Project Blue Book

This section presents a copy of a US Air Force Fact Sheet distributed by Wright-Patterson AFB in January 1985. It states that Project Blue Book, the Air Force's UFO investigation program, was terminated on December 17, 1969. Between 1947 and 1969, 12,618 sightings were reported, with 701 remaining "Unidentified."

The project was headquartered at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base. The decision to discontinue investigations was based on a report from the University of Colorado and a review by the National Academy of Sciences. The Air Force's conclusions were:

1. No reported UFO gave any indication of threat to national security.
2. No evidence indicated that "unidentified" sightings represented technology beyond present scientific knowledge.
3. No evidence indicated that "unidentified" sightings were extraterrestrial vehicles.

Documentation from Project Blue Book has been transferred to the National Archives. The fact sheet notes that there is no likelihood of the Air Force resuming UFO investigations due to cost and current funding. It also mentions that universities and scientific organizations have considered UFO phenomena, and private organizations may be found in "Gayle's Encyclopedia of Associations." The fact sheet explicitly states that "There are not now nor ever have been, any extraterrestrial visitors or equipment on Wright-Patterson Air Force Base."

Devil's Advocate Newsletter

This section is a notice from "The Devil's Advocate," a publication that states it is not looking to profit from UFOs but to cover expenses. They are willing to exchange advertising space and welcome donations of stamps, cash, ideas, and articles. They are seeking information on subjects such as "angel hair," psychological studies of abductees, military attempts to hoax UFO sightings, and "absurd" entity actions.

The newsletter plans a bimonthly schedule and provides subscription rates: $10 for one year (6 issues) in the US, and $15 foreign. Checks and money orders should be payable to Tim Brigham. They mention expecting to cover the '95 Gulf Breeze UFO Conference.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The overarching theme of this issue is the interpretation of UFO phenomena as a spiritual battleground, with UFOs being presented as a tool of deception by demonic forces. The publication strongly refutes the idea of extraterrestrial life and alien spacecraft, framing all such phenomena as manifestations of hell. The editorial stance is one of spiritual vigilance, urging readers to rely on faith, prayer, and the teachings of the Catholic Church to discern truth from deception. The inclusion of messages from "Our Lady" and "Jesus" to Veronica Lueken reinforces this perspective, positioning the publication as a conduit for divine guidance against perceived spiritual threats. The US Air Force's official stance, as presented in the Fact Sheet, is included but framed within the context of the magazine's spiritual interpretation, suggesting that even official investigations have failed to grasp the true, supernatural nature of these phenomena.