Earthlink - No 05 - Vol 3 No 2

Magazine Overview

Title: EARTHLINK
Issue: No.2
Volume: 3
Date: Spring 1979
Publisher: EARTHLINK
Country: England
Price: 50p

EARTHLINK is described as a serious publication reporting on the UFO phenomenon and related subjects both at home and abroad. This issue, No. 2 of Volume 3, dated Spring 1979, features a prominent cover illustration of a UFO and the headline 'UFOS and Related Subjects'.

Contents

The magazine includes an 'Editor's Notes' section, followed by several articles and reports:

• The Zanfretta Case
• 3rd Festival for Mind-Body-Spirit
• "U.F.O's" - by Terry Thomas
• UFO Lands on Pet Farm
• The Winged Beings of Bluestone Walk
• An Unusual Contactee
• Odds and Ends
• Letters
• Advertisements
• UFO News and Events Around the World
• Late News and Notes

The editorial team consists of Editor Mr. Daniel J. Goring, Assistant Editor Mrs. Gloria Saville, and Magazine Production Mr. John Saville.

Editor's Notes

The editors note a reshuffle of their 'staff' and a decision to concentrate efforts solely on the magazine, as running both the 'Essex UFO Study Group' (EUFOSG) and the magazine had become too burdensome. They state that the magazine now reaches a great number of people worldwide. Regular meetings and skywatches will no longer be staged, though special meetings may be held. Subscriptions remain unchanged. Contributions in the form of articles and UFO reports are still welcomed.

The Zanfretta Case

This extensive report details the alleged abduction experiences of Fortunato Zanfretta, a private security guard in Northern Italy. The account, submitted by Marco Raffa of UFO Group S.H.A.D.O. in Italy, begins on the evening of December 6, 1978. Zanfretta, while on duty near Torriglia, Genoa, saw four lights in a garden. His patrol car's engine, lights, and radio suddenly cut out. Upon investigating, he encountered a being with a 'frightful face' and a 'trunk'-like body. The being's description evolved from dark grey to dark green, with large, horizontal tubes and triangular yellow eyes. Zanfretta experienced a brief period of unconsciousness or a 'vacuum of time' during which he was allegedly taken elsewhere. He described being brought into a 'very light and hot' place where he was interrogated by beings described as tall (about three metres), with dark green skin, and strange physical features including suckers on their fingers.

Subsequent events include Zanfretta's return to his car, the rapid disappearance of a triangular light, and his colleagues being alerted due to his distressed state. He was found in shock, lying face down in a field. Police investigations uncovered unusual tracks resembling a horseshoe, approximately 2.50 metres in diameter, similar to tracks found elsewhere in Southern Italy after another sighting.

A second encounter occurred on December 26, 1978, when Zanfretta lost control of his car in a tunnel, which then inexplicably turned around and continued on its own course. The car was found to be unusually hot, as was the area around the driver's seat, despite heavy rain. Zanfretta himself was bone dry and had a warm head.

Further hypnotic regression sessions were conducted, including one under deep hypnosis and another using the truth serum 'Pentothal' by Prof. Marco Marchesan in Milan on February 6, 1979. These sessions reportedly confirmed the reliability of Zanfretta's account, with experts estimating a 90% probability of it being true and only 10% for unconscious suggestion. The sessions also hinted at a third, possibly decisive, act in Zanfretta's experiences.

The report includes initial sketches of the being drawn by Zanfretta on December 10, 1978, and a reconstruction based on later sketches. The article notes that the Zanfretta case gained public attention after an article in 'Il Secolo XIX' newspaper on December 8, 1978, and that the village of Torriglia subsequently became a tourist attraction due to the case.

3rd Festival for Mind-Body-Spirit

The editor reports on attending the 3rd Festival for Mind-Body-Spirit held at Olympia, London, from April 21-29, 1979. Despite a considerable queue, the festival was deemed worthwhile, offering a wide range of subjects. Exhibitors covered esoteric topics, health and healing, human potential, ecology, and general publishing. The editor noted a lack of dedicated UFO exhibitors, with only Viewpoint Aquarius and the Aetherius Society having UFOs as part of their displays. The Aetherius Society stand featured books, recordings, and health products, and promoted their leader, George King, who they believe channels messages from a space being named Aertherius.

"U.F.O's" by Terry Thomas

This article argues that the existence of UFOs is now widely accepted, even by governments. Thomas urges serious researchers to move beyond mere 'spotting' and focus on discovering the truth about space visitors and using that knowledge to benefit the planet. He highlights the problem of conflicting information from alleged contactees and warns against 'false prophets'. The author posits that 'common sense' can help discern truth from lies. The article delves into a theory of energy, distinguishing between 'good' (God) and 'evil' (Devil) energy, and how these energies form all matter, including humans. It suggests that humanity has evolved through cycles, with past civilizations destroying themselves and their planets, citing nuclear war as a past cause of destruction. The author believes Earth is at a critical juncture, facing a choice between self-destruction or becoming a 'parent planet'. The article also touches upon the Great Pyramid of Cheops, suggesting it was built by a 'parent planet' as an energy store and communication centre, and links the planet's current state to a six-day creation period described in the Bible, followed by a period of rest and growth.

Terry Thomas also publishes 'The Truth Therapy Magazine,' which covers UFOs, psychic development, and spiritual enlightenment. His address is provided for interested readers.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine clearly positions itself as a serious publication dedicated to exploring UFO phenomena and related subjects. The editorial stance emphasizes the need for rigorous investigation and a move beyond mere observation towards understanding the implications of UFO encounters for humanity and the planet. The Zanfretta case is presented as a significant, well-documented event, with the use of hypnotic regression highlighting the magazine's commitment to exploring various investigative methods. The inclusion of the Mind-Body-Spirit festival and Terry Thomas's article on planetary evolution and energy suggests a broader interest in consciousness, alternative beliefs, and humanity's place in the cosmos, linking these themes to the UFO phenomenon.

This issue of CONTACT (UK) magazine, dated Spring 1979, features two prominent UFO and alien encounter cases. The primary focus is on a UFO landing at a pet farm in Weeley, Essex, and an encounter with 'winged beings' in Rowley Regis, West Midlands. The magazine also touches upon other sightings and the broader phenomenon of 'contactees'.

UFO Lands on Pet Farm

The lead article details an incident on May 28, 1978, at approximately 11:20 p.m., at a pet farm in Weeley, Essex. Mr. Bill Eden, an investigator, recounts the experience of Peter Duncan, who was constructing kennels when he noticed a white light and heard a droning noise. Initially mistaking it for a helicopter, Duncan observed two bright lights, approximately 9-10 feet down from a power-line pole, and later saw a second light. As his eyes adjusted, he realized it was not a helicopter. The object was described as being 20-25 feet high and 85-90 feet across, made of three sections: a dome-shaped top, a tube-like center with four horizontal window-like slits, and a lower section resembling a skirt. A door with a ramp was also noted. The object lifted off the ground, moved towards the railway, hovered, and then sped off towards the southeast. Duncan, who had previously not believed in UFOs, felt the object was not of this world. He later checked the field for marks but found none. The report notes that Duncan seemed genuine and unlikely to have fabricated the story, with his delay in reporting attributed to a fear of not being believed. The possibility of hallucination is mentioned but deemed unanswerable without expert analysis. The case is compared to helicopter sightings, noting the absence of air turbulence during takeoff.

The Winged Beings of Bluestone Walk

This section presents the account of Mrs. Jean Hingley, interviewed by Mrs. E. Morris. On January 4, 1979, at 7:00 a.m., while her husband was leaving for work, Mrs. Hingley saw a light in the garden. Upon investigation, she found the carport light off. An orange light then appeared over the garden, which turned white. Her dog, Hobo, exhibited unusual behavior, becoming stiff and lying down with glaring eyes. Mrs. Hingley then heard three 'zee' sounds and saw three slim, silvery-green beings with rainbow wings float into her lounge. She was terrified and paralyzed. The beings, described as having 'fish bowl' helmets, waxy white faces, and oblong, black diamond-like eyes, communicated without moving their mouths, using a 'bleep' sound from their chests. They stated, "We shall not harm you." They were about three feet six inches to four feet high, with pointed hands and feet, and wore silvery-green tunics and waistcoats. Their wings were large, bival-shaped, and transparent, covered in glowing pinholes. The beings touched the furniture and electronics in the house. When asked what they wanted, they responded, "We shall not harm you." They claimed to have come from the sky and stated, "We know all about Jesus." They also mentioned that "Everyone will go to heaven." Mrs. Hingley noted that the beings seemed to control the light and could dim it. They floated upstairs and then returned. When offered a drink, they requested water. They indicated they had been to Australia, New Zealand, and America, and that they came down to talk to people who were not interested. They said, "Tell people about us." They also stated, "Everyone will go to heaven and the colours there are beautiful."

The beings then floated out of the house, folding their wings like pleated fans. They were seen entering a spaceship, described as 8 feet long by 4 feet wide, oblong, and possibly non-luminous. The spaceship had a 'scorpion tail' and a wheel-like device, flashing a blue light as it rose straight up and disappeared towards Oldbury. After the encounter, Mrs. Hingley's clock and radio had stopped. The police were called, and members of the UFO Studies Investigation Service (UFOSIS) took measurements of the oblong mark left in the lawn by the spaceship. The ground was frozen, making analysis difficult. A circle was also found scratched on the glass of the back door, possibly by a diamond. Mrs. Hingley's eyes were sore for a week, and she experienced jaw aches. She has since developed a red patch on her brow and requires dark glasses in bright sunlight. The deep grooves in the garden remain prominent. Mrs. Hingley feels chosen to tell people about the Bible and Jesus, and has a desire to help people.

Other Cases and Notes

The issue also briefly mentions other UFO sightings and contactee experiences. One case, referred to as 'Bob', involves a witness who claims to have experienced unusual happenings from an early age, including dreams of spacecraft and receiving messages. Bob describes seeing a large, bluish object shaped like an ice-cream wafer and later a silvery-pink craft. He also reported seeing two wide, parallel expanses of billowing black smoke and a human-shaped form of light strips. His experiences are described as exhausting, and he ponders the possibility of imagination.

Notes at the end of the 'Winged Beings' section clarify that the 'zee' sounds might be from the silver streamers, the beings' voices were gruff and male, their behavior was child-like, and they stayed for less than an hour. Mrs. Hingley's red mark on her brow has disappeared, but the garden grooves remain.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine appears to be a proponent of UFO investigation and the reporting of anomalous phenomena. It presents witness accounts with a degree of seriousness, while also acknowledging the need for critical analysis and the possibility of misinterpretation or hallucination. The editorial stance seems to be one of open-minded inquiry into UFO sightings and alleged alien encounters, encouraging readers to share their experiences. The emphasis on detailed witness testimony, including drawings and measurements, suggests a commitment to documenting these events thoroughly. The magazine also highlights the psychological and personal impact of such encounters on the witnesses.

This issue of "UFO NEWS & EVENTS" from Spring 1979, published by UFO Canada, is a compilation of UFO-related reports, sightings, and research news from around the world. It features a variety of accounts, from personal encounters to official investigations, reflecting the ongoing interest and mystery surrounding the UFO phenomenon.

Key Articles and Reports

Johan Van Boven's Sighting

The issue prominently features the account of Johan Van Boven, a 10-year-old boy from Schoonaarde-Dendermonde, Belgium, who reported seeing a large flying saucer with two small domes and a ladder. Two "striped men of iron" were observed climbing the ladder and entering the craft. His mother, Rachel Van Boven-DeGeest, corroborated the sighting, recalling a similar event she witnessed years prior. The local fire brigade of Wetteren also reported seeing a luminous disk in the sky around the same time, moving swiftly in the direction of Schoonaarde. Ufologists from Bruges found Johan's account particularly interesting, noting that he was the first child to describe this type of crew, estimated to be 1.90m to 2m tall, wearing striped armour and a heavy hip belt.

The 'Terror Triangle' in the Adriatic

Italian fishermen in the Adriatic Sea, between San Benedetto and Pescara, live in fear of another "visitation." The area has been plagued by giant water spouts, vivid orange balls of fire, and mysterious metallic objects. Fishermen claim these events overwhelmed them in a "triangle of the Adriatic" in October 1978, leading to the deaths of two brothers, attributed to shock from what they saw. The absence of water in their lungs suggests they did not drown. Reports include a naval patrol boat investigating a red light that shot into the air and caused its radio and radar to cease functioning.

Cattle Mutilation Mystery

The article "Cattle Mutilation Mystery Unsolved" explores the phenomenon of cattle mutilations, questioning if UFO occupants are monitoring Earth for nuclear buildup. Theories range from satanic cults and secret government projects to UFOs using cattle as test animals. The classic signs of mutilation, such as missing sexual organs, udders, and intestines, are described, with organs removed cleanly as if by sophisticated technology. Reports include burn marks, broken bones, clamp marks, and tripod marks near the sites, with no accompanying noise, suggesting aerial craft.

UFO News and Events from Around the World

• High Beach Sighting: A UFO exhibiting stroboscopic-like lights was seen at High Beach.
• 'Breeze-blocks' UFO: A "Black underneath, silvery-pink on top with glass" UFO, approximately one third of a mile long, was reported.
• Luminous Objects: "Luminous fist" objects, silvery-white and bluish, fell into Bob's bedroom ceiling.
• Ukkel Sighting: A shining silver ball was observed travelling rapidly towards Wetteren.
• Ghent Region Sighting: A strange craft with four strong searchlights and smaller orange lights was seen flying noiselessly.
• Guadalajara, Mexico: Two objects described as luminous flying saucers hovered over a patrol car, emitting a red light and causing the siren to activate. Police fired on the UFOs, which then emitted red light and rapidly departed.
• Grenada's UN Plea: Sir Eric Gairy, Prime Minister of Grenada, urged the United Nations to study UFO phenomena.
• Extra-terrestrial Contacts: Juan Juanotena from Pamplona, Spain, claims to have contact with beings from other planets and has reportedly predicted UFO appearances.
• Scottish Coast Disappearance: A light aircraft, Piper 181, with four people on board, mysteriously disappeared off the Scottish coast.

Publications and Research Projects

• 'SAID OF SAUCERS': Tom Lind of Florida, USA, is compiling a catalogue of UFO literature and thought.
• 'The UFO Explosion': A new book by National UFO Research covering UFO identification and theory.
• Guernsey UFO Research Group: Publishes a newsletter.
• Viewpoint Aquarius: A newsletter on UFO news, Theosophy, Yoga, and meditation.
• Foresight: A bi-monthly magazine on spiritual aspects, psychic phenomena, and UFOs.
• SKYWATCH: A publication featuring UFO sightings, reader's letters, and news.
• PAZ: A magazine on spirit, Earth, UFOs, and Ahimsa.
• UFO INSIGHT: An objective UFO magazine.
• MAGIC SAUCER: A new children's UFO magazine.
• ESSEX HEALERS ASSOCIATION: Publishes a newsletter on spiritual healing.
• UFO RESEARCH REVIEW: A quarterly journal from the Nottingham UFO Investigation Society.
• COSMOLOGY NEWSLINK: A magazine with interesting UFO news.
• 'EARTHLINK': Publishes Southern UFO News.
• 'Het Laatste Nieuws': A Belgian newspaper that has reported on UFO sightings.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are the prevalence of UFO sightings across different regions, the detailed descriptions of UFO craft and their occupants, and the ongoing efforts to research and document these phenomena. The editorial stance appears to be one of open-minded inquiry, presenting various accounts and theories without definitive conclusions, encouraging readers to consider the possibilities and continue looking to the sky. The inclusion of numerous publications and research groups suggests a desire to foster a community of UFO enthusiasts and researchers.

Title: UFO SPACE NEWSCLIPPING JOURNAL
Issue: Spring '79
Date: Spring '79 (Determined as 1979-03-01)
Publisher: UFO Newsclipping Service
Country: USA
Language: English

This issue of the UFO SPACE NEWSCLIPPING JOURNAL, dated Spring '79, presents a collection of articles and reports detailing various phenomena related to unidentified flying objects (UFOs), extraterrestrial encounters, and related mysteries.

Cattle Mutilation Incident in the US

The issue opens with a report from the property of the Paul Bunyan Lumber Company where two mutilated cows were discovered. While some Nederland residents reported UFO sightings and strange noises, Town Marshall Jim Carson stated no official report was made. UFO researchers suggest people may fear being branded as 'weird' and thus avoid formal reporting. The article questions whether coyote traps could explain the specific nature of the mutilations, such as missing ears, eyes, tongues, and sexual organs, noting that the CBI is not pursuing further investigations in Boulder County, though state-wide efforts continue.

Venezuelan Reporter's Extraterrestrial Teachings

An article from Caracas reports on Isidro Casanova, a former reporter, who claims to receive telepathic teachings from extraterrestrials. He states he has received instructions on quantum mechanics, energy transformation, and psychology from beings of a 'higher level' who communicate telepathically and through intermediaries. Casanova is preparing a book and intends to hold a course on extraterrestrials. He also claims a UFO base has been established in the Terepaima mountains near Barquisimeto, citing local residents' observations of oval flying objects and a large crater with calcined earth, which he believes could not have been produced by known terrestrial means. Casanova suggests these extraterrestrials are interested in Earth because major changes are imminent, related to the Earth's crust, climate, and geological shifts as humanity enters the 'era of Aquarius'. He believes extraterrestrials are already among us, adopting different forms to assist humanity without causing shock. He also mentions a UFO base in Mato Grosso, Brazil, and a 'clinic' in Mexico performing operations with advanced medical knowledge. Casanova considers Jesus Christ to be one of the extraterrestrials who have visited Earth.

British Opinion Poll on Alien Life

A report details an opinion poll conducted by NOP Market Research Survey in Britain, which found that the public would not be alarmed if intelligent life was discovered in space. Out of 2,012 people surveyed, 1,687 stated they would not be alarmed, while only 317 would be, with 13 not knowing.

'Man-Made UFOs' and Anti-Gravity Claims

An article presents the claims of American physicist Stan Deyo, who asserts that many UFOs are actually man-made machines utilizing a new form of energy, an anti-gravity device. He suggests these 'saucer-like' machines are kept secret by the US Government and an aerospace company due to the fuel shortage. Pine Gap in Australia is mentioned as a possible center for experiments in electro-gravatic propulsion. Deyo's book, 'The Cosmic Conspiracy', documents his involvement in anti-gravity research for a conglomerate in Dallas, Texas. He claims this 'flying saucer' technology is perfected but suppressed. The article quotes the vice-president of advanced design at Glenn L. Martin Aircraft Co. on 'unlimited power' and 'freedom from gravitational attraction', and aircraft manufacturer Edward Lear on 'serious efforts' to prove anti-gravitational forces. Deyo believes electric flying saucers are real and intelligently controlled, and that government agencies have covered up major findings.

Satellite Tampering and Mysterious Objects

The journal discusses the possibility of extraterrestrial forces tampering with satellites, noting the immense amount of space junk created by human space programs. It recounts incidents involving the 'firefly' satellite Anna and Telstar II, which inexplicably went offline and then resumed operations. Professor Wayne Meshijian of Longwood College is cited for contending that something was interfering with NOAA satellites over the Bermuda Triangle, causing infrared images to be wiped off the receiver, revealing heat sources under the ocean.

Mysterious Object Found in Dalbuszki, Poland

An investigation is ongoing into an extraordinary object found in Dalbuszki, Poland. The object, described as a plate 50cm in diameter and weighing 30kg, was examined by Prof. Hieronim Hurnik, who concluded it was not a meteorite or a satellite fragment. Spectrographic analysis at the Museum for Archaeology & Minerology in Lodzi revealed the presence of nickel, cobalt, copper, molybdenum, vanadium, and lead. A detailed report was sent to a specialist for further investigation, with the possibility of needing to inspect the whole 'saucer' held at the Astronomical Observatory in Poznaniu.

Other Incidents and Reports

Other incidents mentioned include a Chilean army corporal's UFO contact in 1977, electrified cattle in 1975, a jet v UFO interception in Iran in 1976, and a missing photograph of a UFO by astronauts McDivitt and Cooper in 1976. The US joint defence and space research facility at Pine Gap is suggested as a potential center for electromagnetic propulsion research. Claims are made of white discs with US Air Force markings being ferried into Australia and landed at airports serving Pine Gap. Deyo also writes about 'Project Noah's Ark', a system of bunkers for key officials in case of nuclear war.

UFO Activity in Britain and Related Publications

Recent UFO sightings in Britain are reported, particularly in the West Country, involving objects emitting light beams. A specific case describes an orange oval-shaped object hovering over Cop Heap, Warminster, emitting a yellowish light. A new UFO centre building is nearing completion in Warminster. The issue also lists several related publications and services, including the UFO Newsclipping Service, Fortean Times, The Ley Hunter, and The Humane Research Trust, along with newsletters like 'The Kingdom Voice' and 'Gnome News'.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue revolve around the unexplained phenomena of UFOs, potential extraterrestrial contact, and the possibility of advanced, suppressed technologies like anti-gravity. There is a consistent focus on investigative reporting, presenting claims from witnesses, researchers, and scientists, while also acknowledging the skepticism and lack of official confirmation in many cases. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry into these subjects, providing a platform for diverse reports and theories within the UFO community. The journal aims to keep its readers informed about worldwide UFO activity and related mysteries.