INEXPLICATA 13

Magazine Overview

Title: Inexplicata – The Journal of Hispanic Ufology
Issue: December 2004
Publisher: Institute of Hispanic Ufology
Content Focus: UFO and Paranormal Phenomena in Latin America, the Caribbean, and Spain.
Editor and Translator: Scott Corrale

Editorial

The editorial expresses a slight delay in the publication schedule, noting that the year has almost ended before they could release this single issue, contrary to their promise of two yearly issues. The journal, INEXPLICATA, had been on hiatus, though daily updates on cattle mutilations in Argentina and controversial lights over Mexico's Campeche Sound and unexplained 'meteorite' falls in Tierra del Fuego were still being disseminated. The Institute of Hispanic Ufology also launched a sister publication, ARCANA MUNDI, aimed at informing Spanish-speaking readers about lesser-known UFO/paranormal events in the U.S., U.K., Canada, and Australia. ARCANA MUNDI was successful, receiving a large readership and volunteer support.

Articles and Reports

Puerto Rico UFO Activity 2004: From the Ovni.Net Database (By Lucy Guzmán)

This section details various UFO sightings reported in Puerto Rico during 2004, sourced from the Ovni.Net Database.

• January 31, 2004: During a UFO skywatch in the Sierra Bermeja region of Lajas, Reinaldo Rios reported a series of strange movements and an enormous light. Locals also reported seeing "dancing lights" for a couple of days.
• February 25, 2004: In Guaynabo, Elba Rivera and her husband witnessed a large, glowing, silvery isoceles triangle that materialized and then vanished when a cloud covered it.
• March 10, 2004 (Communiqué Date): Reinaldo Rios reported receiving cases involving lights on the beach at Guánica, though he later advised these were not recent cases.
• March 16, 2004: In Lajas, Richard Riera and his daughter observed a large, amber-colored, strange light moving swiftly and noiselessly across the sky, flying over a commercial airliner.
• March 4, 2004: In Guaynabo, Mrs. Rivera and others observed a large, shining cylindrical object, approximately 6 feet in length, traveling from east to west and vanishing in seconds.
• April 14, 2004 (Date of Report): Luiseppi Quiñónez presented a fragment of a UFO photo taken near the Lajas Aerostat, showing a pink colored UFO. Other photos in a series of 12 reportedly showed a cigar-shaped UFO and an aircraft prototype flying over Lajas, as well as a conventional UFO near the Aerostat facility. The analysis of these photos was ongoing as of September 2004.
• May 5, 2004: At Cabo Rojo Lighthouse, Mr. Aguirre and other fishermen reported strange lights entering and exiting the sea, with tourists experiencing paranormal energy.
• June 26, 2004: During a skywatch celebrating National UFO Day in Lajas, several lights were seen, and a photo captured an amorphous, golden triangular object. Two other witnesses reported similar sightings.
• August 7-8, 2004: A UFO was reported flying over Cabo Rojo, with interviews pending.
• August 28, 2004: In Ponce, researchers reported that ducks belonging to the Marín family were found dead with unusual injuries, including holes on their backs and shattered heads. Analyses indicated no hazardous materials.

Men-in-Black: The P.A.H. Incident (By Guillermo D. Giménez)

This section features an interview conducted by Guillermo D. Giménez with an individual identified only as P.A.H., who was involved in a Men-in-Black (MIB) incident in Argentina.

• The interview begins with P.A.H. providing personal details: born September 14, 1941, near Rancul, La Pampa, Argentina. His profession is writer by avocation and accountant by necessity. He holds a security clearance and has a clean record, having served an important Argentinean agency.
• The incident itself is not detailed in the provided pages, but the introduction suggests it involves the activities of the Men-in-Black and a "conspiracy of silence."

Sharp-Dressed Men: The Men-in-Black are Back (By Scott Corrales)

This article, not fully provided in the scan, is indicated to look at the MIB phenomenon within a global context, following the interview with P.A.H.

The Children of Lluillaillaco (By Mercedes Casas)

This article, also not fully provided in the scan, is listed in the table of contents.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The journal consistently covers UFO sightings and paranormal phenomena, with a particular focus on Latin America. The editorial stance appears to be one of serious investigation into these topics, as evidenced by the detailed reports and interviews. The publication also acknowledges the broader context of UFOlogy by mentioning related phenomena like cattle mutilations and the Men-in-Black, and by producing a sister publication, ARCANA MUNDI, to cover international cases. The journal aims to inform readers about these often underreported events.

This issue of 'UFO' magazine, Volume 10, Issue February 1984, published by F.U.P.I. in Argentina, focuses on a detailed interview concerning UFO encounters and related phenomena. The cover features an illustration of 'The Men in Black' and the headline 'The Men in Black'. The price was $300.- and the ISSN is 0325-7151.

Interview with 'T.'

The core of the magazine is an extensive interview conducted by G.D.G. with an individual referred to as 'T.', who shares personal experiences related to UFOs and mysterious encounters.

Early Life and Interest in UFOs

The interview begins by establishing personal details: 'T.' is not married and has no children. His first UFO experience occurred at the young age of four or five. However, his interest in the phenomenon did not begin at that point, nor even after a second experience on October 13, 1965; it developed a few years later. In 1975, 'T.' wrote his first novella on the UFO phenomenon, which he states was more of a literary device than a research-based work, and he found the 'redemptionist' tendencies of some ufologists comical.

The Encounter with the Mysterious Woman

'T.' recounts a significant encounter that took place in October 1976, around 08:30 am. He met a woman walking in the opposite direction on Billinghurst 220/30, between Cangallo and Díaz Vélez in Buenos Aires. As they crossed paths, she greeted him by his surname, her facial expression described as strange, aggressive, and mocking. She was dressed in a black skirt and jacket, with matching shoes and a black handbag. She spoke with a local accent and wore no excessive makeup, similar to other middle-aged women. Her height was estimated at 1.60 meters, perhaps shorter. 'T.' is 1.84 meters tall.

There were no other people around at the time of this initial encounter.

The following day, 'T.' encountered the same woman. He prepared to ask her about her strange behavior, but she looked at him defiantly and asked, 'What's the matter?' He never got to ask her anything. She continued walking normally until she reached Cangallo, where she turned to look at him from about 60 meters away, as if aware that he and the building's porter were discussing her.

When 'T.' got closer to her on this second occasion, he felt a sensation of cold and panic, a certainty that he was facing something beyond his comprehension. Her eyes were described as very shiny, possessed, with a 'golden sheen,' filled with menace, malice, and hatred.

After this second encounter, 'T.' initially walked away but returned. He considered asking the building's porter, who had worked there for 10 years and knew everyone, if he knew the woman. This question had a double purpose: to see if the vision was unique to him. He recalled an incident about three months prior, near Diaz Velez Street, where a woman wearing dark clothes leaped out and shielded herself with both hands against a store window, screaming, 'Help me! Help me!' 'T.' was about to help but desisted upon realizing that her fall was a sham and that a passing couple with their child did not react, suggesting that only he could see her. He understood that helping her might put him in danger.

He continued walking, realizing that other passersby were not seeing what he was seeing. He has not seen this woman again.

Literary Endeavors and Hometown

'T.' submitted a book for a contest in Europe in 1976, as an entry for Planeta 1977, which closed on June 30th. His decision to return home to his hometown, Huinca Renancó, was made before these events, contingent on his personal finances. Huinca Renancó is described as a place with a great UFO tradition. In 1983, a tribute was held for him on local radio, featuring readings of his work and folksongs, and he also wrote the lyrics for the Anthem of the Colegio Nacional, which was a success.

The Encounter with the Men in Black

'T.' recounts an experience at the Banco Popular Financiero, where he met individuals named A.S. and C.N. He later found V.H. at a sweet shop, who appeared scared and nervous, asking for 'originals' and where 'T.' lived, and requesting him to ask Planeta to return them. V.H. refused to have dinner with 'T.' and, after a strange disappearance of 3-4 days, shook his hand weakly and ran away.

At the railway station, 'T.' noticed Agent G., whose eyes reminded him of the 'strange eyes' of the woman in black. He confirmed the eyes were almost identical in their strange gleam and possessed, 'blank' attitude.

The 'Men in Black' (MIBs) appeared when the train passed the Junín station (Province of Buenos Aires) around 12 noon. There were two of them. They were described as one tall, clean-shaven man (about 1.85m) and another shorter man with a trimmed mustache (about 1.70m). They were dressed like bank managers, wearing sunglasses, and carried no attaché cases, which struck 'T.' as unusual for a long trip. They had dark complexions, serene and paused movements, and impeccable appearance. They traveled together but never exchanged a word. Their faces reminded 'T.' of a Mongoloid or Eskimo race, which he acknowledged as a commonplace observation within the phenomenon.

They did not speak among themselves, only stared at each other as if reassuring each other about something previously discussed. They walked normally. They approached 'T.' by sitting on the left row of seats. One moved three or four seats towards him on the right, then three or four more before they sat down together on the left. Finally, they separated, with the one with the mustache sitting on the right, about 3 meters from 'T.', and the other remaining in the left row, a few seats behind.

There were other people in the train car, but they showed no reaction and appeared unaware of the abnormality.

'T.' initially attributed the situation to elements of a police or para-police outfit wanting to assassinate him due to his ephemeral political career. However, he later realized he was dealing with MIBs.

Remarkably, the two MIBs fell asleep, their heads falling to the side. 'T.' theorizes that by getting off the train before reaching his destination, he somehow 'broke' their programming, though he also suggests a higher force intervened to make them fall asleep.

The entire experience lasted about four hours.

Book Publication and Translator's Experience

In 1977, 'T.' decided to submit his book to a British publisher, believing it would allow greater intellectual freedom for its appearance. He also recounts an incident involving his translator: a lens fell out of her eyeglasses, and a carefully divided triangle appeared on her other pair, measuring 0.5 cmts X 1.5 cmts.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently explores UFO sightings, encounters with mysterious entities like the Men in Black, and personal testimonies of unexplained phenomena. The editorial stance appears to be one of serious investigation and documentation of such events, providing a platform for witnesses to share their experiences and for researchers to analyze them. The focus on detailed accounts, personal feelings, and physical descriptions suggests an effort to present a comprehensive picture of the phenomena discussed.

This document is an excerpt from a publication, likely a magazine or journal, focusing on UFO phenomena and the associated 'Men in Black' (MIB) mystery. The content includes an interview discussing a book critical of spiritual fallacies and a conspiracy involving 'the Nine,' as well as extensive reporting on the history and alleged activities of the Men in Black.

Interview with 'T.' The interview, conducted by G.D.G., features a person identified as 'T.' who discusses their book, "El Ocaso de los Redentores" (Tango is dead!). 'T.' describes the book as a critique of humanity's spiritual decline, the failure of Redeemers, and the existence of 'the Council of Nine,' which allegedly orchestrates malevolent events through its minions. 'T.' recounts an incident on July 1, 1984, in Buenos Aires, where they encountered Cacho Barrios, described as the last Cantor of Buenos Aires, who was allegedly being targeted by the Nine to eliminate spirituality. 'T.' also notes the role of UFOs in Revelation, stating they offer no redemption. The interview touches upon a strange event involving a woman named N.T. who found a piece of wood in her bed after hearing a crushing sound, an event 'T.' believes is related to the book's themes. 'T.' admits to being afraid to reveal this information previously but is now compelled to research and share it, seeking help from G.D.G.'s expertise.

The Men in Black Phenomenon

Author's Note and Introduction The article, authored by Scott Corrales, is presented as an investigative report that forms part of a larger investigation titled "Alguien nos Vigila: Los Misteriosos Hombres de Negro" (Someone is Watching Us: The Mysterious Men in Black). This research examines a "Conspiracy of Silence" and the behavior of the Men in Black, which ranges from threats to witnesses and researchers to mysterious deaths, primarily of ufologists. The author notes that the phenomenon has regained vigor after a period of absence, partly due to the success of the 1997 movie "Men In Black."

Historical Cases and Characteristics The Men in Black are described as reputedly harassing UFO eyewitnesses, often appearing at their homes or businesses before they go public. They are typically depicted in black suits, white shirts, and red ties, traveling in threes, and delivering warnings to cease discussion of sightings or investigations. Their origins are speculated to be from a top-secret government agency, an extraterrestrial silencing organization, or negative paranormal forces.

Early UFO sightings often involved the Air Force investigating. The Men in Black began appearing, claiming affiliation with the Air Force, but their strange behavior and psychic abilities raised suspicion. Cases mentioned include:

• Col. Jim Doherty (1951): Pursued by a UFO over the Mediterranean, he was visited by a spindly young man in an Air Force lieutenant's uniform who warned him to forget the encounter. The Air Force denied any connection to such individuals.
• "Captain Munroe" (1968): An impostor threatened teenage photographers in Beaver Falls, PA, if they continued discussing their UFO sighting.
• Albert K. Bender (1953): Director of the International Flying Saucer Bureau, he retired and shut down the organization due to harassment by three men in black, whom he stated were from "another branch."
• Edgar J. Jarrold: Head of the Australian Flying Saucer Bureau, he received a mysterious visitor and later disappeared.
• Warren Smith (Eric Norman) (1970s): Threatened by two men demanding a piece of metal allegedly recovered from a UFO.
• NJ Housewife (1973): A diary entry about a UFO sighting disappeared from a locked desk.
• UFO researchers Ivan Sanderson and Capt. Edward Ruppelt: Had files containing UFO data stolen from their homes.
• Children in Vilha Verde, Brazil (August 1969): A number of children vanished and reappeared with no memory of their absence, last recalling a ride in a car with a man in black.

The 'Mike Lonzo' Incident In 1966, Mike Lonzo, a high school student, wrote a UFO report. A man named "Mr. Marx," claiming to be a sales representative for "Famous Writers," visited the Lonzo household, expressing interest in UFOs and Mike's report. Marx offered to take the report for possible publication and mentioned a museum at Wright-Patterson AFB with captured saucers. Marx claimed to live in a distinctive "round house" in West Mifflin, PA. However, subsequent attempts to contact "Mr. Marx" at "Famous Writers" were unsuccessful, and a visit to the purported address revealed no such person or family. The fate of Mike's school report remains a mystery.

International Cases

• China: Shi Bo's book "China and The Extraterrestrials" recounts an interview with Li Jingyang, who as a six-year-old in 1963, witnessed a discoidal UFO in Shansi province. The next day, a tall man dressed in black stopped him, demanding to know what he had seen and warning him not to tell others.
• South America: Mexican researcher Dr. Rafael A. Lara noted over 110 UFO incidents in a 24-hour period in June 1967 over Argentina, Chile, Brazil, and Uruguay. This event was reportedly foretold by a man in black who visited the newsroom of "Los Principios" journal in Cordoba, Argentina, four days prior. In August 1968, strange lights were seen over Santa Fé, Argentina, and farmers found strange cattle mutilations.

Theories on MIB Origins John Keel, an expert on the subject, documented the uncanny powers of these beings. He introduced the concept of the Men in Black as negative, paraphysical forces, rather than extraterrestrial agents. Some researchers, like David Tansley, suggest they are a form of demonic psychic energy, while others propose they are thought-forms.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance The recurring themes in this document are the pervasive influence and mysterious nature of the Men in Black, their alleged connection to UFO phenomena, and the concept of a "Conspiracy of Silence." The editorial stance appears to be one of serious investigation into these often-fringe topics, presenting anecdotal evidence, historical cases, and theoretical explanations without outright dismissal. The interview with 'T.' introduces a spiritual and conspiratorial dimension, linking UFOs and MIBs to a broader cosmic struggle.

This issue of UFO Universe, dated October 1990, Volume 1, Issue 10, with a cover price of $3.95, focuses heavily on the mysterious phenomenon of the 'Men in Black' (MIB) and also features an in-depth report on the archaeological discovery of Inca child mummies.

Men in Black: The Enigmatic Visitors

The magazine presents several accounts and theories surrounding the Men in Black. One incident from 1971 in San Juan de los Morros, Venezuela, describes two physicians witnessing MIB arriving in a Mustang, exchanging remarks, and then entering a disk-shaped craft that appeared in the sky. The craft descended rapidly, hovered, and then vanished. The MIB's car was left behind.

Another case links the MIB to the murder of Karl Brugger, author of "Chronicles of Akakor," in Rio de Janeiro in January 1984. Fabio Zerpa, editor of the defunct "Cuarta Dimensión," suggested that these deaths often appear natural but occur when individuals possess crucial information, implying MIB involvement.

British paranormalist F.W. Holiday recounts a personal encounter in 1978 near Loch Ness with a six-foot-tall figure in black motorcycle leathers and a helmet, who vanished after Holiday walked past.

The article explores a "secret government agent" theory, suggesting MIB could be elements of the Air Force Special Activities Center (AFSAC), specifically the 1127th Field Activities Group, which comprised individuals skilled in intelligence gathering and impersonation. A more fanciful theory posits they might be Tibetan monks serving the CIA.

Non-stereotypical MIB behavior is also noted. In November 1973, a woman in San Juan, Puerto Rico, was visited by a man in a black suit with unusual features who spoke about ecology and other worlds. Author Salvador Freixedo suggests MIB respond positively to courteous treatment.

The late 1970s saw a perceived lull in MIB activity, but one of their last major appearances was after a UFO incident over Lake Tequesquitengo, Mexico, where the pilot was harassed by MIB. The article suggests that the increased public discussion of UFOs following "Close Encounters of the Third Kind" in 1978 may have amplified the MIB's role as tools of fear and intimidation.

The 1990s have seen a resurgence of MIB activity. Puerto Rican investigator Jorge Martín documented a case near Laguna Cartagena where a witness saw a UFO land and observed 'jumpsuited Greys' and a tall, albinoesque figure in a black suit emerge. This figure was whisked away by soldiers in a jeep, a departure from their usual black Cadillac.

Pennsylvanian investigator Lois Le Gros studied cases from the 1990s involving MIB in Pittsburgh, including an abductee being cornered in a store and another encountering a Man in Black daily. The witness described the figure as 'intimidating,' wearing a full-length black trenchcoat and hat, and gradually sitting closer on a bus.

The article notes the adaptation of MIB methods in the 1990s, such as traveling in pairs, using public transport, and employing humvees or jeeps, attributing this to the phenomenon's propensity for mimicry. The return of MIB is presented as a cause for concern.

The Children of Llullaillaco: Inca Sacrifice and Discovery

This section, authored by Mercedes Casas, details the significant discovery made in 1999 of the mummified bodies of three Inca children sacrificed approximately five hundred years ago on Mount Llullaillaco. This discovery is notable for the high elevation at which the mummies were found and their exceptional state of preservation, offering insights into the Inca way of life, their nutrition, pathologies, and age.

The project was led by the Catholic University of Salta through the High Mountain Institute, co-directed by Dr. Constanza Cerutti. The findings were presented at a conference in July 2002, attended by various specialists including odontologists Facundo Arias Araoz and Josefina González Díez.

The article explains the Inca practice of "Copacocha," a ritual sacrifice of children, often newborns from the governing class, performed during cyclical festivities or significant events like droughts or the death of an emperor. These children were believed to transition to another sphere to intercede with the gods on behalf of the community.

The journey of the children to the sacrifice site, from Cuzco, was arduous and took about a year. Following the discovery, plans were made to create a museum to display the mummies and artifacts, though the status of this project is questioned.

The mummies are currently under the custody of the Catholic University of Salta, a situation that has led to disputes with the National University of Salta. They are stored in freezers with advanced security and climate control systems, and are removed only briefly every six months for research.

Dr. Carlos Previgliano conducted tomographies and X-rays, noting that these are "wet" mummies, unlike Egyptian ones, and appear remarkably intact. The mummies include "La Doncella" (the Damsel) with braided hair, "La Niña del Rayo" (the Lightning Child) who was struck by lightning, and a boy between six and six and a half years old.

Constanza Cerutti is a fellow of CONICET and director of the High Mountain Institute. Her dissertation explained the expedition's trends and setbacks. She has dedicated her life to high-mountain archaeology, surveying numerous Andean peaks. The project was co-directed by Dr. Reinhardt of the National Geographic Society.

Discoveries of mummies at high elevations are not uncommon, with examples cited from Misty Volcano in Peru and Nevado de Chafly. The ceremonial platform where sacrifices took place was known as the Ushmo.

The work at Llullaillaco began at 4000 meters, with the trek to the summit involving multiple stages. Fourteen people formed the expedition, with nine working on the summit in harsh conditions. The site remains the highest archaeological site in the world.

During the ascent, a double hut possibly used by priests was found. Offerings such as necklaces and statues with caravan symbols were also discovered. The first child was found at a depth of 1.70 meters, followed by the girl and then the Lightning Child. The evacuation involved satellite phones and the use of foam and dry ice for preservation.

Specialists in textiles and ceramics were summoned to assist in recovering and preserving the treasures. Studies confirmed the children had consumed coca leaf for months, considered a sacred food by the Incas. X-ray studies identified internal organs, and DNA analysis showed no maternal relation between the children. The findings suggested the children were well-fed but may have been buried alive due to the extreme conditions, possibly after being intoxicated.

Dressed statuettes, food items like charqui and corn, wooden cups, and textiles were among the recovered artifacts. The article concludes by noting that descendants of the Inca people still make offerings of coca to the earth mother, Pacha Mama.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are the unexplained and the mysterious, particularly concerning the Men in Black phenomenon, which is presented with a mix of anecdotal evidence, speculative theories, and observations on their evolving tactics. The magazine also delves into historical mysteries and archaeological discoveries, showcasing the Inca child sacrifice ritual as a significant cultural and scientific event. The editorial stance appears to be one of exploration and reporting on unexplained phenomena, UFOlogy, and intriguing historical findings, encouraging readers to consider various possibilities and the potential implications of these events.