1980 Vol 2 No 3

Magazine Overview

Title: JOURNAL UFO
Issue: VOL. 2 NO. 3
Date: December 1980
Publisher: U.P. Investigations Research Inc.
Country: Canada
Price: $2.75

This issue of JOURNAL UFO, the second volume and third number, is dated December 1980 and is now incorporated with Canadian UFO Report. The cover prominently features the headline "UFOs On The Prairies," with an accompanying illustration and issue details.

Contents and Articles

Editorial Comment

Editor David A. Haisell extends New Year's wishes to readers and discusses the financial struggles of the past year, attributing newsstand sales to be a disaster. He expresses hope for the coming year, encouraged by reader feedback. Haisell apologizes for late deliveries, attributing them to the postal system, and notes the recent granting of second-class mailing status. He announces Canada's admission into the Provisional International Committee for UFO Research (PICUR) and the formation of Project UFOCAN, a body to coordinate Canadian UFO research and interface with PICUR. Project UFOCAN's founding members and its role in establishing international UFO data standards and training methods are detailed. Journal UFO will serve as UFOCAN's official communication medium. Haisell will represent Project UFOCAN at the next PICUR meeting in London and will also speak at the Second London International UFO Congress. He mentions a new correspondent in Poland, Marek S. Iwaniec, and notes the establishment of an academic UFO society in Red China. The USSR Academy of Sciences has also requested a copy of Journal UFO for review. The editorial concludes by noting the loss of a soil analysis consultant and seeking a replacement in Southern Ontario, and expresses gratitude to staff and consultants.

Letters

The OAHSPE Connection by Phyllis Hall:
Hall discusses her study of the Age-less Wisdom Teachings and their correlation with UFO phenomena. She highlights "Oahspe", The Kosmon Bible, for its detailed information on 'airavagnas' (ships) and phantom animals. She quotes a passage from OAHSPE describing how angels reclothe spirits of animals and plants with corporeal substance, creating subjective heavens.

Was it SASQUATCH? by Dr. P.M.H. Edwards:
Edwards shares information about a new ufological review from Rio de Janeiro called OVNI DOCUMENTO, edited by Mrs. Irene Granchi. He also recounts a sighting near Patricia Bay, British Columbia, where a bright white light was observed hovering and then shooting rapidly northwards. The next morning, a neighbor saw a monstrous gorilla-like creature climbing a bank and sprinting away.

Another Jackson's Point UFO by Mrs. M. Leprich:
Leprich writes about her fascination with the book "The Missing Seven Hours." She describes a sighting in 1942 near Jackson's Point, where she and four friends saw a large, bright globe glowing and emitting a beam of light. She is now convinced it was a UFO, having previously dismissed it as an airplane.

Are There SIX Dimensions? by W.K. Allan:
Allan commends the periodical and discusses the work of physicist Burkhard Heim, who proposes a theory involving six dimensions. Heim's theory, detailed in a pamphlet by Illobrand von Ludwiger, explains paranormal effects and hyperplane travel, and deduces phenomena related to UFOs, such as magnification of humanoids and electromagnetic radiation.

Alternative 3 by J. Duncan:
Duncan inquires about an article on the book "Alternative 3," mentioning it has been banned. The response notes that the book is available in Canada and that distribution issues might exist in the U.S. The article discusses the book's origins as a TV documentary and its speculative nature.

JUFOBITS

Report From Poland by Marek S. Iwaniec:
This section details an encounter in May 1978 involving Mr. Jan Wolski, a farmer from Emilicin, Poland. Wolski claims to have met two strange creatures with green faces and hands, who took him to a motionless object. The creatures were described as human-like, about 1.5 meters tall, wearing black overalls, and communicating with short sounds. The object was described as a 'carriage' or 'bus'. An 85-page report by investigators, including psychological and clinical tests, concluded that Wolski was unable to interpret his adventure ufologically and believed the creatures were from another race. The report noted Wolski's high resistance to suggestion and his inability to lie.

Andreasson Update by Betty Andreasson and Bob Luca:
The editor met with Betty Andreasson and Bob Luca, who continue to experience sightings of black helicopters. Bob has taken photographs, and Betty receives 'messages' through automatic writing. Attempts are being made to decipher Betty's unique dialect.

Markdale - Unidentified by U.P. Investigations Research Inc.:
On September 6, 1980, a woman and her mother near Markdale, Ontario, observed a large, bright, oval-shaped light with a yellowish-green glow. The object moved in unusual ways and emitted a gentle buzzing sound. The witnesses were not frightened, and the object descended out of sight.

Conferences

The ROCKY MOUNTAIN Conference on UFO Investigation:
Coordinated by Dr. R. Leo Sprinkle, this conference in May 1980 aimed to help identify patterns in UFO communications and provided a platform for abductees and contactees to share experiences. The proceedings are available for $4.00 U.S.

APRO Symposium:
Scheduled for June 12-14, 1981, in Cleveland, Ohio, this symposium on "Are We Alone in the Universe?" will feature speakers like Dr. Leo Sprinkle and Stanton T. Friedman.

Annual MUFON Symposium:
This event will be held at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology in Cambridge, Mass., on July 24-26, 1981. The 1982 symposium is scheduled for Toronto, Ontario.

From Turkey: UFOs and Light by M. Muzaffer Suar:
This section introduces Suar's book, which explores the nature of light, gravity, and UFOs. Suar's theory suggests light and gravity are complementary, explaining phenomena like 'evacuated fields' and gravitic flight. The book is available for $8.00 U.S. and requires a background in physics and chemistry.

1981 Conferences

UFOs in Contemporary Folklore:
Scheduled for March 21, 1981, at California State University, this conference will discuss UFO mythology, Jungian psychology, and hypnosis in UFO research.

2nd London International UFO Congress:
To be held on May 24-25, 1981, at the Mount Royal Hotel, London. The editor will present a paper on Ufology in Canada. Other speakers include Dr. Bruce S. Maccabee and Dr. J. Allen Hynek. Canada will be represented on PICUR.

Red (& White) Lights On The Prairies

By Chris Rutkowski:
This article analyzes Manitoba UFO reports from the files of "UFO Research of Manitoba." A computer listing of 272 cases from 1950-1980 was compiled, sorted by various parameters. The year 1975 had the highest number of reports (46), followed by 1967 (41). The monthly breakdown for 1975 and 1967 is provided. The hourly trend for all reports shows a peak between 10 p.m. and midnight, with a secondary peak between 2 and 3 a.m. Close encounters (CEs) show a similar hourly trend. The location breakdown indicates Winnipeg had the most reports (74), followed by Carman (18), despite Carman being a much smaller town. The article suggests that population density does not perfectly correlate with report density, as smaller towns can have a disproportionately high number of reports.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue revolve around UFO sightings, investigations, and the broader implications of the phenomenon. There is a strong emphasis on Canadian ufology, with multiple articles focusing on Canadian cases and the development of Canadian research organizations like Project UFOCAN. The magazine also explores the intersection of UFOs with mysticism, psychology, and even ancient texts like OAHSPE. The editorial stance is one of serious investigation and a desire to understand the UFO phenomenon, encouraging reader participation and the sharing of experiences. The magazine aims to be a comprehensive source of information on UFO research, both domestically and internationally.

This issue of JOURNAL UFO, Volume 2, Number 3, dated 1980, is published by U.P. Investigations Research Inc. from Canada. The cover features a dramatic illustration and the headline "A UFO REVELATION", promoting the book "THE MISSING SEVEN HOURS" by David Haisell.

Manitoba UFO Reports: A Statistical Analysis

The issue begins with a detailed statistical analysis of UFO reports from Manitoba. Table 7 breaks down reports by type, with "NL" (nocturnal disk) being the most frequent category (124 reports), followed by "ND" (nocturnal disk) (25), "DD" (28), and "Radar" (1). "CE 1" (26) and "CE 11" (15) are also significant. The study notes the introduction of a "ND" category for clarity. Table 8 presents a month-by-month breakdown of reports, showing a slump in the summer months that is contrasted with a more explainable slump in winter due to weather.

Table 9 categorizes reports by conclusion, with "insufficient information" being the largest category (124 reports, 45.5%). "Unknowns" (81 reports, nearly 30%) were also a significant portion. Positive identifications were rare (15 reports), while "probable" or "possible" identifications numbered 50.

Table 10 highlights the inverse relationship between the number of witnesses and the number of cases, suggesting that more than half of reports involved multiple witnesses, which could attest to the reality of the experience. Table 11 details the color of reported objects, with white (25.8%) and red (23.8%) being the most frequent. Table 12 breaks down object shapes, with "Starlike" (40 reports) and "Disc" (28 reports) being the most common.

Ancient Civilizations and UFOs: The Sumerians

Ronald Andersen explores the mystery of the Sumerians in "SUMERIANS: People Of Mystery." He discusses Zecharia Sitchin's theory of interbreeding between prehistoric humans and astronauts. The article highlights the advanced civilization of the Sumerians, their sophisticated technology, astronomy, mathematics, and writing system, suggesting these achievements may indicate extraterrestrial influence. The construction of ziggurats is speculated to have served as landing platforms for scout UFOs. The article also touches on the possible connection between Sumerian legends and the destruction of Atlantis.

UFOs and Psychic Abilities

Another section delves into the connection between psychic abilities and UFO phenomena, particularly in ancient Sumer. The epic of Gilgamesh is presented as an example of psychic abilities and communication with gods. The article suggests that a small number of humans possessed psychic abilities to communicate with the gods, a concept also explored in relation to ancient Egyptian and Tibetan cultures.

The "Marysburgh Vortex" and Mini-UFOs

The "Book Review" section features "GATEWAY TO OBLIVION" by Hugh Cochrane, which discusses the "Marysburgh Vortex" on Lake Ontario, an area known for disappearances and UFO sightings. The review highlights the book's exploration of electromagnetic anomalies and their potential connection to these events.

Several accounts of "mini-UFOs" are presented, including sightings in Malaysia, London, Finland, and Omaha, Nebraska. These reports describe small, often disc-shaped or bell-shaped objects exhibiting unusual flight characteristics.

Personal Encounters and Cover-ups

Brinsley Le Poer Trench shares personal experiences and observations, including a talk he gave to the Metropolitan Police about UFO cover-ups and a widely reported UFO sighting in Dumfries, Scotland. He also recounts the story of the alleged meeting between President Eisenhower and aliens at Edwards Air Force Base.

Journal UFO's Mission and Future Issues

The "A.P.C.I.C. UFO Clipping Service" and "JOURNAL UFO LIBRARY" sections promote subscription to the magazine and offer various UFO-related books. The magazine's mission is to provide clear, unbiased information on UFOs. Future issues are announced to cover topics such as UFOs and alternate dimensions, UFO sightings in Manitoba, and the possibility of life on Jupiter.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue include the statistical analysis of UFO phenomena, the potential influence of extraterrestrials on ancient civilizations, the role of psychic abilities in UFO encounters, and the persistent issue of UFO cover-ups. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry, seeking to present evidence and theories regarding UFOs and related mysteries, while also encouraging critical examination and further research. The magazine aims to provide a platform for sharing information and experiences, debunking misconceptions, and fostering a deeper understanding of the UFO phenomenon.