KPUFO Informacni bulletin - 1995 No 01

Magazine Overview

Title: Newsletter KPUFO
Issue: 1/1995
Date: 1995
Publisher: KPU (Klub psychotroniky a UFO)
Type: Informational bulletin for club members.

This is the inaugural issue of the KPUFO Newsletter, a publication designed to keep members of the Psychotronics and UFO Club (KPU) informed about the club's activities, research, and related topics. The bulletin aims to bridge the gap between the club's leadership and its members, particularly those who cannot attend regular meetings in person. It also serves as a platform for members to influence and participate in the club's decision-making processes. The KPU is described as a significant entity within the archeoastronautics movement in the Czech Republic, notable for its large membership, including correspondence members from across the country.

Key Announcements and Activities

New Foundations Established

Members of the club were involved in the establishment of two new foundations: the Foundation for the Development of Dr. L. Soucka's Legacy and the Foundation for the Support of Herpetology and Cryptozoology "Hoplodactylus Delcourti." Information about these foundations is available in the magazine ZAZ, issues 5/94 and 1/95.

Club Leadership

During the absence of Ing. Kalina, Renata Cechova serves as the statutory representative.

Correspondence Members

The process for accepting and managing correspondence members will follow the previous system, utilizing regional collaborators and regular information bulletins.

Upcoming Club Events and Lectures

• January 26, 1995: Lecture by Ing. Kalina in Stary Plzenec on "Crop Circles."
• February 18, 1995: Lecture by MUDr. Havlikova in Stary Plzenec on "Alternative Medicine."
• Radio Appearances: Radio interviews by P. Novak on Pilsen radio.
• Discussions: Discussions about lectures on alternative medicine at the Municipal Library (involving R. Baloun and Ing. Vinsova).
• E. von Daniken Visit: Information regarding the preparation for E. von Daniken's visit to the Czech Republic (ongoing, sponsorship negotiations continue).
• Ing. J. Novak's Lectures: Discussion of offers from Ing. J. Novak, author of "Ocean Mysteries," for lectures on megalithic monuments and sea mysteries.

Club Operations and Research

• Field Trip: A planned excursion to investigate crop circle sites and other locations (Vestec, Sec, Vysoke Myto, Popelin, Lukavec, Netovice) on February 11, 1995.
• Archiving: Emphasis on the meticulous archiving of acquired materials, including UFO reports, articles, and research findings.
• Close Encounter Investigation: A report on an investigation conducted in Vitovky on January 28, 1995, related to a close encounter (information published in ZAZ 1/95).
• Hypothesis Development: Ongoing work to consolidate hypotheses on various fringe phenomena to clarify approaches to areas of mutual interest.

Services for Members and the Public

Material Access

Past results and findings can be sent to members upon request, for the cost of an A5 envelope and 10 Czech crowns in stamps. Members are encouraged to share their analyses, thoughts, and conclusions on topics such as UFOs, crop circles, archeoastronautics, alternative medicine, the origin of life, and human evolution.

Club Archive and Audio Archive

• A list of materials from the club's archive is available for a fee (A4 list for 10 CZK stamps, or 7 CZK postage for the list itself, as mentioned in ZAZ 5/94).
• Photocopying services are offered: 1 CZK per page for members/correspondence members (A4), 2 CZK per page for non-members, plus A5 envelope and postage. (Note: The newsletter mentions that recording video cassettes is against the law).
• The club's audio archive contains lectures by R. Novak (Indian philosophy, extraterrestrials, active points on Earth, UFOs) and P. Chobot (UFOs, extraterrestrials), as well as lectures by Ing. Zalas (contacting spirits, the brain).
• Cassette recordings of lectures cost 10 CZK plus 10 CZK for postage and packaging.

Advertising

Free advertising space is available in the newsletter for KPU members.

Correspondence and ZAZ Editorial Board

Correspondence Received

• A.V. offered to record L. Soucka's 1968 TV program "Extraterrestrials" on audio cassette.
• P.S. offered to utilize and communicate via computer network.
• J.S. offered to construct electronic devices.

ZAZ Editorial Board Meeting

• The board discussed the possibility of publishing the material "Mysteria Kristova" by Ing. I.W. from Mr. Prokes. Due to its extensive nature, an introductory excerpt will be published in ZAZ, and members can request the full material for approximately 25 CZK. The publisher Vcelka will consider a separate publication if there is sufficient interest.
• Preparation for "Encyclopedia of Fringe Phenomena" is underway, with discussions on its organization (alphabetical or thematic).
• Planning for a publication on crop circles in the Czech Republic, based on the club's investigations.

Miscellaneous

• Flying Object Sighting: A report of a flying object on December 31, 1994, near Trebic and other locations (Litomysl, Horice v Podkrkonosi). Initially considered an unusual technical display, it was later confirmed to be the disintegration of a Russian satellite rocket. The ZAZ editorial board was informed.
• Lecture: Information about a lecture by P. Chobot in Pilsen.
• Magazine Review: A review of the Slovak magazine Terra X by M. Jesenskeho was presented, praising its seriousness compared to UFO magazine. This review will be published in ZAZ.

Contacts with Other Organizations

• Children's Club of Mysteries and Archeoastronautics: Collaboration is being discussed with this club, founded by M. Spurny (head of the observatory in Karlovy Vary). Their meetings are on Tuesdays at 4 PM in Kopernikova 26, Pilsen.
• National Organization Initiative: On December 10, 1994, the club hosted representatives from regional clubs and associations to discuss the formation of a nationwide organization. Representatives from Klub Universum (Usti nad Labem), Mystery klub (Pribram), UFO centra (Brno), and a South Bohemian collaborator attended. Representatives from SPU (Karlovy Vary), AAO Hradek (Hradek), and UFO klub (Ceske Budejovice) were absent. Klub Trebic and 3A (Hradek) did not respond. Draft statutes and a concept for activities were distributed. The Karlovy Vary club expressed agreement, while Pribram, Usti nad Labem, and Ceske Budejovice were positive. Due to a slow response and lack of engagement on this significant proposal, the club decided to expand its reach across the entire Czech Republic and introduce a new membership type: correspondence. Materials related to this expansion are available upon request.

Tasks for All Members

• Material Submission: Members are asked to send clippings (or A4 copies) about anomalous and fringe phenomena, mysteries, and enigmas to the club's archive. Specific requests include the serial "Mysteries of the World" from Mlady svet (1993-94) and "Between Mystery and Reality" from Ahoj, articles from the Tuesday Expres, and regional press articles about UFOs, apparitions, poltergeists, etc.
• Reporting: Members are urged to promptly report any such phenomena to the club.
• Information Gathering: Members interested in collecting information for the UFO center and Poltergeist center can request questionnaire templates to be copied and distributed. Completed questionnaires or copies should be sent to the club.
• Collaboration: Correspondence members are expected to positively influence local clubs they interact with towards cooperation and serious work.

Needed Resources

• A4 Copier: A request for information on affordable A4 copiers.
• Supplies: Donations of paper for copying, envelopes, tape, and glue are welcome.
• Sponsorship: Seeking sponsors for club activities and the foundations.
• Equipment: Seeking a company that owns an electromagnetic field detector (magnetometer) and a pedometer, as well as foils with facial patterns (from police equipment).

Members are encouraged to submit their ideas, criticisms, and suggestions. Their names and addresses will not be published unless they request direct contact with other members, which can be facilitated through the internal club advertising system. The club seeks advice on how to improve its operations.

This bulletin, issue no. 1, is being sent to all current and former KPU members, correspondence members, and regional collaborators. Future issues will be sent only to active/correspondence members who confirm their membership for 1995.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The newsletter strongly emphasizes the importance of internal communication within the KPU, fostering a sense of community among members, and actively engaging them in the club's research and administrative activities. There is a clear focus on UFO phenomena, archeoastronautics, and other fringe topics, with a stated aim to present information seriously and distinguish itself from less reputable sources like "UFO magazine." The club actively seeks to expand its network and collaborate with other organizations, while also soliciting material contributions and financial support from its members. The editorial stance appears to be one of diligent research, information gathering, and open communication within its specialized field.