Gazette des Mousquetaires - No 63 - la feuille de route

Magazine Overview

Title: La Gazette des Mousquetaires De l'Ufo
Issue: 63
Date: December 6, 2018
Type: Magazine

Content Summary

This issue of "La Gazette des Mousquetaires De l'Ufo" (Issue 63, dated December 6, 2018) delves into a variety of topics, primarily focusing on ufology but also extending into ecology, philosophy, and societal issues. The publication positions itself as a platform for those seeking "Vérité" (Truth), aiming to illuminate complex subjects.

Section I: Des phénomènes Ovni et connexes (UFO Phenomena and Related Topics)

The issue begins with an exploration of the interconnectedness of UFO phenomena with broader societal concerns. The author reflects on the evolution of ufological thought, noting how initial interests in flying saucers expanded to encompass ecology and anti-nuclear activism. This section highlights the historical trajectory of French ufological publications, tracing their origins back to the 1950s and 1960s. Publications like "Le Courrier Interplanétaire" (CI) and "Lumières Dans La Nuit" (LDLN) are discussed, with their editors and contributors noted for their forward-thinking perspectives that touched upon macrobiotics, vegetarianism, and environmentalism.

Several individuals contribute their thoughts via comments, including Gérard Deforge, who discusses his dietary choices and critiques the proliferation of unqualified advice. Robert Lortal mentions his extensive experience with nutrition, promising further insights. Jean-Pierre Troadec commends the Gazette for its role as a unifying link. Guy Coat emphasizes the need for adaptation to ensure the Gazette's longevity, acknowledging the contributions of a small group of pioneers. Thierry Rocher expresses his consistent interest and notes the arrival of a new reader, while also explaining his infrequent contributions due to a busy schedule.

Patrice Galacteros comments on an earlier issue, correcting a name and noting the historical focus of LDLN, which sometimes included environmental and new-age topics. Gilles Durand shares his agreement with others and discusses his vegetarianism and advocacy. He also traces the lineage of ufological publications, noting that ecological and anti-nuclear themes were present from the early post-WWII era, not just emerging in the 1970s. He points out that early ufological magazines often covered a range of topics beyond just UFOs, including the paranormal and environmental issues.

The discussion touches upon the foresight of early ufologists and publications like CI and LDLN, who addressed concerns about the environment and nuclear dangers long before they became mainstream. The issue also includes a brief mention of the "Princesse Lily" anecdote, highlighting early concerns for the environment and the extinction of species.

Section II: ... la feuille de route! (The Road Map!)

This section features an excerpt from the first issue of "Lumières Dans La Nuit" by Raymond Veillith, dated February 1958. Veillith outlines the journal's purpose: to clarify its stance on the goals of the publication and the reasons for its creation. He observes that a significant portion of humanity lives in a state of confusion, with vital questions about diet, UFOs, prophecies, and radioactivity being subjects of intense controversy. The journal aims to shed new light on these issues by publishing studies that highlight often-unknown truths and presenting documents that advance the search for certainties. Veillith emphasizes that the fundamental problem lies with humanity itself, and that reforming institutions without reforming individuals is futile. He also highlights the importance of understanding "unidentified flying objects" and astral influences.

Veillith's editorial also addresses contemporary issues, including the complexities of population displacement and immigration, critiquing the disconnect between international solidarity and the strategies of multinational corporations. He laments the decline of intellectual discourse and the imposition of inclusive writing, while noting the enduring richness of popular expression.

Section III: Au summum peut-être... de la bêtise ou misère humaine (At the Peak Perhaps... of Human Stupidity or Misery)

This section details a peculiar incident at the Saint-Antoine hospital in Paris. The hospital launched a study, REBALANCE-UC, offering 50 euros as compensation for stool donations. The study was intended to evaluate fecal microbiota transplantation for inflammatory bowel disease. However, the announcement, amplified through social media, led to an overwhelming response, with thousands of interested individuals, many seemingly motivated solely by the financial incentive. The study was forced to halt due to the unmanageable influx of calls and visitors, described as a "catastrophe" by a physician. The article questions whether the nature of the stool (carnivorous or vegetarian) or the desperation of the poor played a role in the public's reaction.

Section IV: Maurice Masse, l'Ovni et la "Lavandula spiga" (Maurice Masse, the UFO and "Lavandula spiga")

This section recounts the UFO sighting experienced by farmer Maurice Masse on July 1, 1965, near Valensole. As Masse started his tractor, he heard a strange whistling sound and saw a metallic, rugby-ball-shaped object in his lavender field. He observed two small, hairless creatures with disproportionately large heads examining a lavender plant. The incident was investigated by ufologists like Aimé Michel, Jacques Vallée, and Jimmy Guieu, who attested to the reality of the traces left behind and the witness's sincerity. Following the encounter, Masse suffered psychological issues, including depression and hypersomnia. Over two years later, the ground where the object landed remained hard and untrodden, with no vegetation growing. The CNES classified the event as "unidentified phenomenon." The article ponders the connection between this extraterrestrial encounter and the examination of a lavender plant, referencing the author's maternal grandmother, a herbalist, and her knowledge of plants.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are the exploration of unexplained phenomena (UFOs), the interconnectedness of environmental concerns with broader societal issues, and a philosophical inquiry into the nature of truth and humanity's destiny. The editorial stance appears to be one of critical inquiry, seeking to uncover and disseminate "Vérités" (Truths) that are often overlooked or misunderstood. There is a clear emphasis on historical context, tracing the evolution of ideas within ufology and its overlap with other fields like ecology. The publication champions the work of pioneers and advocates for a deeper understanding of complex issues, encouraging readers to engage in critical thinking and to seek knowledge beyond conventional narratives.

This issue of "La Gazette des Mousquetaires de l'Ufo" (n°63) from December 6, 2018, delves into a variety of unexplained phenomena, ranging from the potential extraterrestrial knowledge of Earth's natural remedies to encounters with mysterious entities and unidentified flying objects.

Natural Remedies and Extraterrestrial Intelligence

The issue begins by discussing the aromatic properties of lavender and its uses in perfumery and medicine, noting its oil (aspic essence) and infusion's therapeutic benefits. It then poses a speculative question: if extraterrestrials exist and are technologically advanced, might they be unaware of the virtues of Earth's natural resources, such as propolis, which bees use to build their hives and which has healing properties.

V - In 1954, Unusual Encounter in South Indochina

This section recounts an incident during the Vietnam War where a lost patrol encountered a figure resembling a coolie near a rice paddy. The figure, described as a "drôle" (strange) coolie, led the patrol in circles before vanishing, appearing to 'melt' or 'dissolve'. The patrol leader's report noted that the figure seemed to lose human consistency. A Vietnamese advisor identified the entity as a "ma-cha-vung," a type of spirit that defends forbidden places, warning of other spirits like "ma-troï," "ma-duoc," and "ma-den" that play tricks, and the more dangerous "ma-dun" and "ma-trung" (demon of repeated death).

The text suggests that units in Vietnam faced not only guerrilla warfare but also these "local demons," particularly in the southern regions, which were considered ideal refuges for both demons and the Vietminh.

Page 2: Canine Warnings and Geometric UFOs

The issue notes that dogs, often perceived as seeing the invisible, would howl at the passage of these demons, accompanied by lights. It then transitions to discussing UFOs, specifically "triangle/rectangle" shapes. These "Ovniens" (UFOs) are described as large, black, triangular objects seen during the "Belgian wave," flying silently at low altitude with large white lights at the corners and sometimes a red light underneath. The article also mentions less common rectangular objects, described as emitting light and moving at medium to high speeds with advanced maneuvers.

A personal account from 1981 describes a couple in Albi, France, observing a stationary, luminous red rectangular object hovering over a hillside. The object ascended rapidly, like a meteor but in reverse, disappearing into the night sky. This sighting was reportedly documented in LDLN magazine.

VII - The Discopter of Alexander Weygers

This section introduces Alexander Weygers and his "Discopter," an invention from the 1920s that resembled a flying saucer designed for vertical takeoff and hovering on an air cushion. The article includes images of the Discopter's design. It also references a Facebook post by Patrice Galacteros and a discussion with Gilles Lorant about potential technical processes, such as Magnetohydrodynamics (MHD), that might be involved in such craft. The possibility of radio-electric navigation issues and the need for autonomous navigation systems are raised, with telepathy suggested as a potential alternative communication method.

Page 4: Personal Accounts and the Bugeat Incident

Philippe Blm shares a Facebook post reflecting on the repetitive nature of ufological investigations and the weariness of seeking answers. He recounts a case from the 1990s involving a witness who saw a craft on the ground and a humanoid figure next to it, which was investigated by authorities. He also mentions meeting the witness's brother 39 years later, who confirmed the event.

Murielle Flécheux expresses her curiosity about the incomprehensible and the constant search for explanations.

The issue then details a mysterious encounter near Bugeat, France, on September 11, 1954. Farmer Monsieur Mazeau reported seeing a short, medium-sized man who shook his hand, removed a helmet, and embraced him. The man then moved towards a luminous oblong mass that ascended rapidly into the night sky. This event was reportedly corroborated by a similar sighting near Valenciennes, France, just two hours later.

Page 5: Gaillac Sighting and UFOs

Another incident is reported from Gaillac, France, on October 27, 1952. Madame Dore and other witnesses observed strange objects resembling those seen in Oloron. Initially, a long, whitish flying cylinder surrounded by numerous flying saucers was seen. These objects hovered, scintillated, and eventually disappeared, leaving behind white filaments that later became gelatinous.

Page 6: William Butler Yeats and Bilocation

This section explores the concept of "bilocation" through the experiences of Irish poet William Butler Yeats. Yeats recounted an incident where he saw his reflection in a shop window, wearing a hat he hadn't worn in years. He later discovered the shop had no mirror. He also discussed with Mac Gregor Mathers, founder of the Golden Dawn, how images can arise from deeper sources than conscious memory. Yeats shared an experience where he appeared to a friend in an hotel room, though only the friend saw him. The text suggests that individuals with a highly concentrated mind, like Yeats, might achieve bilocation, while others might experience it in tragic circumstances.

Page 7: Rosy Owen's Experience and Doppelgangers

Rosy Owen reported a vivid dream-like experience where she saw anxious faces leaning over her. She felt she had "incorporated" into her dying aunt Ursula. The next morning, she learned her aunt had died and that her parents had been terrified by the aunt's deceased body suddenly moving and looking at them with a gaze of worry and disapproval.

X - Question to the Mirror of Our Soul

This section discusses the concept of the "double" or doppelganger, referencing writer Guy de Maupassant's feelings of anguish and his fascination with his own reflection. Maupassant wrote to his friend Léon Fontaine about losing the sense of self when staring at his reflection, seeing a "double" that felt unfamiliar. The article poses the question of which "self" is the real one and speculates about the brain's ability to analyze itself, leading to phenomena like external autoscopy and "grand délires" (great delusions).

Editorial Stance

The concluding remarks state that "La Gazette" aims to present enjoyable and non-symbolic content, striving for sincerity rather than mere pleasantries. The publication promises more content in the next issue.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue include UFO sightings and descriptions (triangles, rectangles, cylinders), mysterious encounters with non-human entities or spirits, and explorations of paranormal phenomena such as bilocation and doppelgangers. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry into unexplained events, presenting witness accounts and speculative theories without necessarily offering definitive explanations. The magazine encourages reader engagement through shared experiences and reflections on the nature of reality and consciousness.