Earthlink - No 09 - Vol 4 No 2

Magazine Overview

Title: EARTHLINK
Issue: No.2
Volume: Volume 4
Date: Spring 1980 (Published January 1981)
Publisher: EARTHLINK magazine
Country: England
Price: 50p

Earthlink is presented as a serious publication reporting on the UFO phenomenon and related subjects both at home and abroad. The cover features a prominent illustration of a flying saucer against a starry sky, with the headline "UFOS and Related Subjects."

Contents

The magazine issue contains a variety of articles and features:

• Editorial
• Meeting the UFO Occupants: A Look at some Extremes in Personal Experiences, by Don Worley
• "Spaceships of the Bible", by Dr. Ronald P. Anjard
• "Ancient UFOs are Responsible for the Bermuda Triangle", by Dr. Ronald P. Anjard
• "My Roots Started in Atlantis 63,000 B.C.", by Dr. Ronald P. Anjard
• The "UMMO" Affair: A Short Summary, by Ignacio Darnaude Rojas-Marcos
• "Five Minutes to Midnight", by Paul Shockley (Trance-Interpreter)
• "Summary of the Mystery Aerial Events over Britain on December 31st., 1978", by J.B. Delair
• An Unusual Contactee: The Continuing Story (Part IV)
• Extracts
• Book Reviews
• Advertisements
• UFO News and Events Around the World

The editorial notes mention rising costs necessitating a price increase and the discontinuation of a lower rate for under 16s. It also announces the next issue will have a pink cover.

Editor's Notes

Due to rising costs, the subscription rate for under 16s has been discontinued, with a single price of £2.75 for 4 issues now applying to all ages. Lower rates from under 16s prior to February 15, 1980, will still be honored. Readers are encouraged to mention "Earthlink" when replying to adverts or articles.

Meeting the UFO Occupants: A Look at Some Extremes in Personal Experiences

This article by Don Worley explores different types of UFO contactee experiences, ranging from puzzling to nightmarish to thrilling. It recounts the experience of John Callie, a preacher in Indiana, who, after praying with his sister's family in Kentucky, noticed a strange vehicle in his rear-view mirror. The vehicle appeared to be a dark green car that morphed into a van with a curved windshield. A buzzing sound filled the air, and he saw two indistinct figures with shoulder-length hair inside. A brilliant flash occurred, and the buzzing stopped. Callie then experienced a sensation of flying and found himself looking at the inside of an indirectly lighted room with three men in grey clothes. This was followed by a distant aerial view of an earth-like surface with a large dark cross-like area from which luminous figures emerged. He felt intense fear as these figures approached. After the event, his radio and watch malfunctioned, and he was unsure how much time he had lost. The author questions whether Callie was physically removed from the road or if it was an out-of-body projection, and if his religious orientation played a role.

The article then introduces the case of Mrs. Vera Jones, who lived in Tacoma, Washington, in 1968. She reported seeing three large bubbles float down, followed by a big round black object with red lights. Three tall, white-skinned men in skin-tight suits approached her, communicating telepathically and claiming to be from Saturn. They initially said they were watching her and that she was a goddess, but then became threatening, saying they would take her children. Jones reported hearing voices and feeling a presence in her room, leading her to seek help at a fire station, which resulted in her being taken to a hospital for the insane. The author notes that her initial claims are corroborated by other UFO contact descriptions and that she had no prior UFO interest. A recent psychological examination indicated she is still emotionally upset.

Finally, the article highlights Dean Anderson, a grounds-keeper from Wisconsin, who has had multiple positive encounters. In November 1973, a UFO hovered over Memorial Drive, causing his car to jerk and leaving a sulphur odor and burn marks. In August 1975, a large grey UFO appeared over a golf course green, displaying red and green lights and condenser balls. In July 1976, a craft landed on a fairway, and three figures emerged. On July 22nd, an orange craft emitted a beam that caused Anderson a headache and numbness. In August, he encountered a tall, long-nosed figure in a space suit, who was stopped by a beam from a small craft. Anderson claims to have photos of the alien's footprints. On August 23rd, Anderson met two figures, Sunar from Jupiter and Treena from Saturn, who claimed to be on a mission to collect flora and fauna and had been observing him. They presented him with a gold-colored amulet inscribed with "Peace and Friendship Forever, Treena and Sunar."

The author concludes by stating that while most contactee encounters are distressing, Dean Anderson's experiences were delightful. He acknowledges that these claims are difficult to investigate but urges documentation, suggesting that answers to humanity's presence in the universe may lie within these experiences. The article notes that Dean Anderson is a pseudonym.

"Spaceships of the Bible"

Dr. Ronald P. Anjard proposes that the universe is populated by beings similar to humans and that advanced ancient civilizations on Earth existed. He suggests that the "gods and lords" of ancient times were not mythical but "supernormal" beings with "super-technology." The miracles of the Old Testament, he argues, are recordings of spaceships piloted by entities known as "Jehovah," who protected Earth tribes with their technology. He suggests substituting "spaceship" for "Jehovah" or "Lord" in biblical stories to understand these events as technologically advanced encounters rather than divine interventions. This theory, he states, is not intended to detract from the Bible's value but to strengthen the belief in a more awesome universe and to better explain "ancient astronaut" themes.

"Ancient UFOs are Responsible for the Bermuda Triangle"

Dr. Ronald P. Anjard discusses speculations surrounding the Bermuda Triangle, suggesting the existence of similar phenomena in the Pacific and globally. He posits that ancient astronauts played a role in building pyramids worldwide as energy collectors. Citing Hopi legends and ancient Sanskrit writings, he describes the use of flying war shields and the concept of pyramids as power collection and redistribution systems, developed with the aid of "ancient astronauts." The uncontrolled energy from these pyramids led to catastrophic land changes, including the submergence of Atlantis. He suggests that the Bermuda Triangle effect stems from energy dispersed from a sunken pyramid, possibly in the Grand Canyon area, which was part of Atlantis. He notes that recent investigations reveal a history more complex than conventionally understood, with many unexplained sites and phenomena. He also mentions that over 50% of Americans believe in UFOs, making ancient astronauts plausible.

"My Roots Started in Atlantis ....63,000 B.C."

Dr. Ronald P. Anjard shares his belief that his primary roots are based on personal experiences across many lifetimes, which influence his current talents, interests, and fears. He provides a detailed list of past lives, spanning from 1950s America to 63,000 B.C. Atlantis, encompassing various genders, races, professions, and geographical locations. These lives include being a Metallurgical Engineer, a Priest, a Political Organizer, a Metalworker, a Slaver, a Trader, an Inca farmer, a Tibetan Monk, and an Atlantean politician. He notes common trends across these lives and suggests that present humanity might be a "super-hybrid" resulting from a union between evolved space beings and earth women, supported by the Oahspe and archaeological findings.

The "UMMO" Affair: A Short Summary

This article by Ignacio Darnaude Rojas-Marcos summarizes the UMMO affair, which began in 1965 when Spanish professionals started receiving anonymous mail containing xerox copies of documents with a peculiar "H"-like anagram. These documents, which appeared in various Spanish towns and even internationally, covered topics such as physics, cosmology, biology, genetics, and the alleged "cold star" civilization named "UMMO." The reports describe "UMMO" beings from a planet orbiting Wolf 424, who allegedly landed on Earth in 1950 and conducted psychobiological experiments. The article mentions that the Central Intelligence Agency has obtained photos and data about UMMO agents. It notes that despite numerous symposia and publications, Spanish investigators have not reached solid conclusions. The article includes definitions for "Informatic" (computer data processing) and "Gnoseology" (a philosophical theory of knowledge), which were not found in standard dictionaries.

"Five Minutes to Midnight"

This section presents a trance-interpreted message from "Cosmic Awareness" regarding UFOs. It suggests that not all UFOs are controlled by benevolent beings; some may be controlled by earth governments cooperating to establish a one-world government. The message warns against blindly trusting all "space brothers," as some may be deceptive entities seeking to establish a dictatorship. It advises caution and discernment, emphasizing that spiritual sensitivity is key to identifying proper contacts. The message also touches upon the suppression of advanced technologies, including cancer cures, age-reversal methods, and flying saucers, which were allegedly developed by military powers after World War II and kept secret. These technologies, when revealed, could appear to be from a "super race" and might be used to deceive masses into accepting a new world order.

"Summary of the Mystery Aerial Events over Britain on December 31st., 1978"

This is a brief mention of an article by J.B. Delair summarizing aerial events in Britain on a specific date.

An Unusual Contactee: The Continuing Story (Part IV)

This is a continuation of a story about an unusual contactee, with no further details provided in the table of contents.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue of Earthlink include UFO sightings, personal contactee experiences, ancient astronaut theories, and the possibility of extraterrestrial influence on human history and civilization. The magazine also explores more esoteric topics like past lives, psychic phenomena, and the nature of consciousness. The editorial stance, as indicated by the disclaimer, is that the material presented does not necessarily reflect the views of the staff, suggesting an open approach to diverse and sometimes controversial subjects within the UFO and paranormal field. The focus on personal experiences and speculative theories suggests a commitment to exploring the unexplained and challenging conventional scientific or historical narratives.

This document contains excerpts from 'Revelations of Awareness' newsletter, General Reading No. 1, dated September 7, 1980, published by Cosmic Awareness Communications. It also includes a detailed report by J.B. Delair summarizing numerous UFO sightings over Britain on December 31, 1978. The publication is a cosmic newsletter published bi-weekly.

Content Analysis

Cosmic Awareness and UFOs

The 'Cosmic Awareness' section addresses questions regarding UFOs. It states that the percentage of UFOs from Earth versus extraterrestrial sources varies, but generally, approximately 60% are Earth-manufactured (including those from 'middle earth') and 40% are from other dimensions or galaxies. The Awareness indicates that there have been times of large influxes of UFOs from other galaxies.

Ahriman the AntiChrist and the One-World Saviour

This section discusses the potential return of 'Ahriman' as a one-world savior. It explains that while Ahriman had previously left this plane, an attempt is being made to recoup forces and return. The current crisis period is seen as an opportunity to create chaos, after which Ahriman and others may return, posing as rescuers to establish a world government. This strategy is described as a pattern used by the 'empire of Orion' for taking over planets. More information on the empire of Orion is promised for a later time. A book from Arizona is mentioned as being relatively accurate in describing this method.

The Awareness emphasizes the importance of understanding these 'negatives' (Dark Forces) to recognize an alternative and avoid succumbing to them. It notes that while Earth is being prepared for chaos, it is also progressing spiritually, with more individuals spreading light and not accepting the 'lies' of the Dark Forces.

Summary of Mystery Aerial Events Over Britain on December 31st, 1978

This extensive report by J.B. Delair examines the numerous UFO sightings that occurred across the British Isles on the evening of December 31, 1978. The Ministry of Defence's explanation that these were due to Cosmos 1068's booster rocket re-entering Earth's atmosphere is deemed 'ludicrously unrealistic' and 'grossly unsatisfactory'.

The Phenomena:

Between approximately 6:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., thousands of reports were received describing one or more flying objects trailed by flames, sparks, or luminous vapor. The objects varied in shape, including spherical, triangular, elongated, and cigar-shaped, with some described as 'flying tadpoles' or 'legless newts'. Most accounts noted the objects traveled silently on a flat trajectory and emitted great brightness, with some descriptions mentioning lighted doors or windows.

Early Identifications and Time Lag:

Newspapers published accounts on January 1, 1979, and official explanations, primarily the Ministry of Defence's booster rocket theory, quickly followed. Some organizations, like BUFORA, agreed with the official explanation, while dissenting voices were noted. Notably, 'Flying Saucer Review' and 'MUFOB' provided minimal coverage.

The Reports:

The report lists nearly 200 sightings, chronologically ordered, from all parts of the British Isles. These reports are presented as complementary, offering remarkable consistency of detail despite varying levels of investigation. The list includes the time, locality, direction, phenomenon description, and principal witness/es for each sighting.

Variety of Objects:

Three principal types of objects were identified: elongated objects (cigars, rockets, torpedoes), spheres/globes, and triangular objects. The presence of a long, fiery or luminous tail was a common feature, contributing to an impression of enormity. Descriptions like 'lollipop-like' and 'legless newt' are explained by the tail's presence. Some objects were specifically noted as black, and the 'segmented' effect seen in some sightings is attributed to the tail.

Colours:

A wide spectrum of colors was reported, with white or yellow-orange tinges for elongated objects, and green, blue, or greenish-blue for spherical objects. Triangular objects were often described as white or silver. The colors did not appear to correlate with speed or altitude.

Directions of Flight:

Objects were reported proceeding in three main directions: West-East (W-E), North-South (N-S), and East-North (E-N). Other directions were also reported, and some phenomena were described as 'arcing' or 'zigzagging'. The report notes instances of simultaneous sightings of different objects in different directions.

A Precedent and A Conclusion:

The report draws a parallel to a similar phenomenon on March 24, 1955, studied by Arthur Constance, which was also dismissed as a meteor but concluded to be extraterrestrial. The author argues that the December 31, 1978, events, spanning at least 5 hours, are far too long for a re-entering booster rocket. The observed behavior, including silent flight, horizontal trajectory at low altitudes, and zigzagging movements, is inconsistent with satellite hardware. The eyewitness drawings collectively suggest artificial shapes, leading to the conclusion that the objects were of alien or extraterrestrial origin.

Acknowledgements:

J.B. Delair acknowledges the assistance of numerous individuals and Contact International (UK) for their extensive files.

References:

The report includes two sections of references: 'In Text' and 'In Reports List', citing various newspapers, journals, and publications.

Note:

J.B. Delair is noted as a respected British Ufologist and former editor of 'Awareness'.

An Unusual Contactee: The Continuing Story (Part IV)

This section introduces a continuing series about a man named 'Bob' who has had extensive UFO experiences and possesses the ability to 'see' UFO-related phenomena directly.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this document are UFO phenomena, extraterrestrial intelligence, and the potential for a hidden agenda or influence on humanity by non-terrestrial forces, possibly linked to a future world government. The editorial stance, particularly in J.B. Delair's report, is critical of official explanations for UFO sightings and strongly suggests an extraterrestrial origin for the observed phenomena. The 'Cosmic Awareness' sections present a more spiritual or metaphysical perspective on these events and forces.

This issue of "Search" magazine, Volume 2, Issue No. 59, dated May 1980, delves into various aspects of UFO phenomena, psychic experiences, and ancient mysteries. The content includes personal accounts, reader contributions, book reviews, and discussions on the nature of imagination and consciousness.

Reader Contributions and 'Bob's' Case

The issue features several reader comments on the ongoing case of 'Bob', a contactee whose UFO experiences have intensified. Mr. S. Andrews of Cardiff suggests that Bob's received writings might relate to ancient scripts like Ogham and Theban, and that a drawing (fig.7(c)) could be a star map related to the Second Coming. Mrs. J. Heywood of Axminster notes a similarity between Bob's writings and the Naacal Tablets of the Lost Continent of Mu, as described by James Churchward. Mr. A. Miles of London suggests Bob's archaic language might be related to Gloyan or Phoenician, possibly linking to Atlanteans. Mr. S. Douglas of Romford offers a philosophical perspective on imagination, distinguishing between superficial fantasy and a deeper level that can access hidden realities and subconscious knowledge.

Bob's experiences are described as 'dreams' or 'day-dreams' produced internally but appearing to be at a distance. His experiences date back to 1956/57, with a marked intensification in the last five years. The issue notes that new events were occurring, suggesting a potential "Part V" to the case.

Bob has been receiving new scenes, including an aerial view of another world with an alien sea, mountains, two suns, and mysterious 'dots' or 'buildings'. One scene depicts a smoking volcano and snow-capped mountains, with buildings having black roofs. It is suggested that Bob might be acting as a TV receiver for a 'roving camera' from another world.

Further descriptions detail Bob's visions, including a planetary ascent, views of instrument panels, and encounters with beings in grey suits. These beings are described with specific physical characteristics: fair complexions, brown lips, small noses, normal eyes, no eyebrows, and slightly bald hair. Another scene involves a cabin with 'tanks' and men in different suits.

Bob is also experiencing a new phenomenon where two transparent 'hands' with arms appear before him, originating from his own body. These hands, with four fingers of equal length, are involved in a drawing process. Bob is instructed to draw lines and numbers on a grid projected onto a screen, with the guidance of these spectral hands. Failure to follow the instructions results in the markings vanishing and the process repeating.

Bob has also received messages with poor spelling and syntax, such as "THE DAY HAS COME WHEN I WE CAN BE WAS YOU AND US WE CAN GO TOGETHER WEN YOU CAN BE ONE THIS YOU WILL BE GIVEN SOME YAY I CAN CEE YOU NOW I WILL BECONE YOU IN 1978 YAERS". This has led Bob to hypothesize that part of his mental self may have been exchanged with a being from another world, possibly for the purpose of experiencing Earth or as part of an educational program for a future journey.

Book Reviews

"OAHSPE"

"OAHSPE" is presented as a book of 'inspired' literature written in 1881 by Dr. John Newbrough. It is described as offering a panorama of aerial and space vessels, explanations of scientific theories, the universe, religions, and ancient history, with its claims allegedly being confirmed by modern science and space satellites.

"UFO Contact From the Pleiades"

This section details the UFO contacts of Edward "Billy" Meier in Switzerland, beginning on January 28th, 1975. Meier encountered a saucer-shaped spacecraft and a cosmonaut from the Pleiades. These contacts, which are ongoing, involve communication in Swiss-German, photographic evidence, and the exchange of metal and mineral samples. A significant detail is the revelation that humans are related to these Pleiadian cosmonauts. The investigation by a U.S. team led by Col. Wendelle C. Stevens in 1977 is highlighted as highly documented.

Another account mentions Meier's initial contact with a space-woman named Semjase, who is described as having blonde hair and fine features with a blue shimmer on her skin. Semjase, reportedly 1,000 years old, from the planet Erra in the Pleiades, instructed Meier to pass on her message.

"An Angel's Messages to Joseph Smith Discovered?"

Mark William Hoffman discovered a Bible page with hand-drawn characters claimed to be "reformed Egyptian" from the golden tablets of the Book of Mormon. Historians of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints were unable to verify or link these characters to the Book of Mormon.

Red Indian Chief's Message to the White Nations

A speech by Chief Seattle of the Dwamish tribe is quoted, emphasizing that God is the same for all and that harming the earth is an offense to the creator.

The Six-Pointed Star of the Christ

This section explains the Six-Pointed Star as a symbol of God's Spirit manifested in man, representing the merging of Higher and Lower Selves. It clarifies that Christ is not a person but the Spirit of God, with a spark dwelling within each human heart.

"The Interrupted Journey: Two Lost Hours Aboard a Flying Saucer"

This book review by John G. Fuller details the abduction case of Barney and Betty Hill. The review highlights the hypnotic regression sessions conducted by Dr. Benjamin Simon, which revealed identical accounts of a road block, abduction by strange beings, and a circular craft. Despite Dr. Simon ruling out dreams, his scientific status prevented him from accepting the abduction due to lack of scientific confirmation.

"Photographs of the Unknown"

This book by Robert Rickard and Richard Kelly is reviewed as a collection of photographs capturing unexplained phenomena, including the Loch Ness monster, Bigfoot, UFOs, sky-falls, Kirlian photography, psychic phenomena, and poltergeists. Notable examples include a UFO taking off from beneath the sea and bleeding images of Christ portraits.

"Who Am I? I Am That I Am"

This book by C.A. Joseph is described as a quest for understanding God, suggesting that Ufology can lead to contemplation of the Creator. The author's premise is that the purpose of the book is to turn inwardly to God, the Father, after experiencing numerous incarnations.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue revolve around UFO sightings and contacts, the nature of consciousness and imagination, ancient civilizations, and psychic or spiritual experiences. The magazine appears to present a wide range of perspectives, from detailed accounts of alleged UFO encounters to philosophical discussions on the mind and spirituality. The editorial stance seems to be one of open inquiry, presenting various viewpoints and evidence for readers to consider, as indicated by the "Editor." notes and the inclusion of diverse topics and book reviews.

Title: Earthlink
Issue: Spring 1981 (Vol. 10 No. 2)
Date: 1981-03-01
Publisher: Earthlink
Country: United Kingdom
Price: £1.50

This issue of Earthlink magazine delves into a variety of subjects including spiritual education, paranormal phenomena, and UFO sightings. The magazine presents itself as a platform for exploring esoteric knowledge and challenging conventional views.

Contents

Book Review: Spiritual Education

The issue opens with a review of a book by an author who has studied numerous spiritual disciplines for forty years, including Theosophy, Rosicrucianism, Buddhism, and yoga. The author believes these offer valuable spiritual education but fall short of teaching 'Ascension,' which is defined as graduation from the school of life, freedom from rebirth, and union with God. The reviewer notes that the author found enlightenment through the Essenes, an ancient esoteric Order. The book is described as nicely produced, simply written, and covering a wide range of interesting subjects.

Advertisements

A significant portion of the magazine is dedicated to advertisements for related publications and services. These include:

• Fortean Times: A magazine on strange phenomena worldwide.
• The Ley Hunter: A magazine on Earth mysteries.
• UFO Newsclipping Service: A monthly compilation of UFO news from international press clippings, including reports on landings, occupants, and Bigfoot.
• Awareness: A publication from Contact (UK) focusing on UFO study.
• Journal of Transient Aerial Phenomena: A BUFORA publication focused on the scientific discernment of UFOs.
• Essex Healers' Association: Publishes a newsletter on spiritual healing.
• Foresight: A bi-monthly magazine on spiritual aspects of life, psychic phenomena, mysticism, and UFOs.
• Truth Therapy Magazine: Offers spiritual truth, advice on psychic and life problems, healing, and UFOs.
• Axminster Light Centre: Focuses on higher truths behind UFOs and esoteric material.
• Magic Saucer: A children's UFO magazine.
• UFO Research Australia Newsletter: A quality magazine on UFOs.
• World Goodwill Newsletter: A bulletin on world affairs and peace efforts.
• Solar Space-Letter: A Planetary Tape Communique with messages about world troubles and the future.
• Coming Earth Changes: An informative booklet about the coming 'cleansing' period and world prophecies.
• UFO Research Review: A quarterly journal from the Nottingham UFO Investigation Society (NUFOIS) focusing on the scientific side of ufology.
• You! The Almighty You!: A free spiritual pamphlet.
• My Truth: Dictated by 'The Lord Himself'.
• An Experiment with Space: A book exploring possibilities like levitation vehicles and vortex physics.
• Levitation for Terrestrials: A free booklet.
• Borups Spiritual School & The Voice from Heaven: Books containing spiritual revelations about world upheavals and the Second Coming of Christ.
• Journey in Space with Alizantil & A Planetary Saga and Return of Alizantil: Books about space cruises and continuation of previous stories.
• History of the Origin of All Things: A comprehensive book on spiritual history.
• La Mémoire des OVNI: A French book on UFOs in history, folklore, and legends.
• Tommy R. Blann is seeking information on mysterious animal mutilations.
• Psychic Paintings of your UFO friends are available.

Events and News

• 6th Festival for Mind-Body-Spirit: Held at Olympia, London, from June 20th-28th, 1981, with the theme 'The Ark' and 'Eco-System for future living', covering topics like Natural Health, Spirituality, and UFOs.
• 1981 Psychics & Mystics Fayre: Scheduled for various locations in Birmingham, Bristol, and London.
• BUFORA's 2nd London International UFO Congress: To be held at the Mount Pleasant Hotel, London, on May 24th & 25th, 1981.

UFO News and Events Around the World

• The Return of the UFOs: Reports of unidentified flying objects seen in south-western France, Portugal, and southern Great Britain on December 25th, 1980, between 21:00 and 22:30. The descriptions remain consistent, leading to speculation about 'champagne bubbles'.
• 'Le Soir' (Belgium) Article: An unknown object was seen from Cornwall to Yorkshire, which newspapers concluded was a bright meteor.

Mystery Cricket Balls Knock Scientists for Six

This article details the discovery of hundreds of unusual balls, ranging from one to four inches across, found deep below the earth in mineral deposits at the Wonderstone Mine in the Transvaal, South Africa. These balls, estimated to be 2,800 million years old, have baffled scientists. One type contained a sponge-like substance, while another was solid metal with a reddish tint and white fibre specks. Three grooves, resembling the seam on a cricket ball, were present. Roelf Marx, curator of the Klerksdorp Museum, noted that one ball inexplicably turned itself around and could revolve on its axis. Geologist Professor Bisschoff stated that their position suggests extreme age and that their self-rotation is unexplainable by natural processes. A theory suggests they might be primeval missiles.

Possible CE2 Local Sighting of August 17, 1980

This case involves a sighting by Mrs. Gatward of Tilbury, Essex. At approximately 3:29 a.m. on August 17, 1980, she observed a white light moving past her window. The object, described as bullet-shaped and about the size of a matchbox at arm's length, hovered at roof-top height. It emitted white lights from its rear and a red flashing light on its back. No audible noise was perceived. Mrs. Gatward estimated its size to be that of an average car. After the object moved off, she experienced a tingling sensation in both arms and felt sick, which she attributed to radiation from the object. Mr. Bill Eden's calculations estimated the object to be approximately 7ft long by 28 inches in diameter.

Close Encounters of the Most Eerie Kind

This section recounts the experiences of the Cunliffe family in Crawley. Thirteen-year-old Stephen Cunliffe was woken by an intense white light and a loud whining noise, seeing a dark oval object emitting bright white light beams. His parents also heard the noise and felt the house vibrate. The family believes it was a UFO, recalling a similar incident previously. They also mention an unusual low-flying object Stephen saw in Australia years ago, depicted in a drawing as cone-shaped. Mrs. Cunliffe also reported seeing two UFOs flying fast from the sea, one following the other.

The UFO Phenomenon and Government Cover-Up Allegations

This section discusses claims made in the controversial book 'The UFO Phenomenon' by Johannes Von Buttlar. The book alleges that both America and Russia have maintained a massive cover-up of UFOs for 30 years, using ridicule and threats to dismiss sightings by intelligent people, while secretly attempting to capture UFO technology. It claims the CIA launched 'Project Grudge' to make UFO reports seem like hallucinations and that the US armed forces issued orders threatening servicemen and pilots with fines and jail terms for publicizing genuine UFO reports. The article also mentions the alleged suicides of two US scientists, Professor Robert Jessup and Professor James MacDonald, who were studying UFOs, with a friend stating Jessup 'knew too much'. The CIA denied any cover-up, stating they stopped monitoring UFOs in 1953, but investigations suggest CIA agents were still involved as late as 1975.

An excerpt from 'Woman's Home Companion' (December 4, 1979) is included, referencing the book "The Roswell Incident" by Charles Berlitz, which claims to reveal the truth about the 1947 crashed UFO in Montana containing small humanoid beings preserved in deep-freeze.

Signs in the Sky

A communique from a 'Brother in the Lord' describes a sign seen in the sky over Tombou, Russia. A white hand holding a brush wrote nine messages, including "Overcome evil with good," "It is winter time for my people," and "Behold, I'm coming soon." The writing was visible for three hours, causing fear in the city.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are UFO sightings, alleged government cover-ups, spiritual and esoteric knowledge, and paranormal phenomena. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry into these subjects, presenting various accounts, research, and theories without necessarily endorsing them, but providing a platform for discussion and information dissemination, particularly for those interested in the 'New Age' and alternative perspectives. The inclusion of advertisements for a wide array of related publications and services reinforces this focus.