Newsletter KPUFO

Magazine Overview

Title: Newsletter KPUFO
Issue: 3/1996
Date: 1996
Publisher: KPU (Czech Union of Parapsychology)
Country: Czech Republic
Language: Czech

This issue of the KPUFO Newsletter provides a comprehensive update on the activities of the Czech Union of Parapsychology (KPU) and its branches, focusing on UFO phenomena, paranormal research, and related events during the first half of 1996.

Club Activities and Events

The newsletter details a variety of club activities, including meetings, investigations, and lectures. A significant event mentioned is the KPU's participation in the planning of a UFO-themed exhibition at the Vlastivedne museum in Olomouc in June 1996, which included activities like a children's carnival, a fashion show, and a model exhibition. The club was considering its involvement.

Specific club activities reported include:

• March 5, 1996: An event titled "UFO Abductions: What Lies Behind Contact with Unknown Beings," which was recorded on video.
• March 2, 1996: An investigation and examination of a UFO landing site in Bilenice, which was also reported on TV Nova.
• March 9-10, 1996: A meeting of representatives from KPU and the UFO Centre Brno.
• March 9, 1996: Attendance at an event titled "New Developments in Psychotronics," organized by the CSVTS Prague branch.
• February 24, 1996: An investigation and examination of an anomalous phenomenon, identified as a UFO, near Detmarovice in Karvina. The newsletter thanks Roman S. and his colleagues for their precise report.

An invitation is extended to members interested in a trip to Switzerland to visit B. Meier's center, requesting suggestions for organization and timing.

Events in Plzen (Kopernikova 26):

• March 19, 1996: A lecture on "Atlantis" by J.J. Novak at KPU Plzen.
• March 26, 1996: A presentation on "New Religious Movements in Plzen and the Czech Republic."
• April 2, 1996: A lecture on "The Mystery of Human Transformation" by R. Novy.
• April 9, 1996: A lecture on "Reasons Why the Essence of One's Own Soul Cannot Be Changed Without Divine Intervention" by R. Novy.
• April 16, 1996: A presentation on "New Findings about the UFO Phenomenon" by J. Chvatal.
• April 1-5, 1996: A field trip to Popravci louka.

Events in KPU Prague:

• April 13, 27; May 10 (3 PM); April 4, 18; May 2 (6 PM).

A planned excursion for late April or early May involves exploring a very unusual forest near Plzen. The newsletter calls for local dowsers and biology enthusiasts to join the effort, noting the location is also suitable for testing dowsing abilities.

Correspondence, Messages, and Advertisements

Several requests are made to readers:

• Seeking help to find a balloon (possibly a retired meteorological one) capable of lifting 0.5 kg to a height of 100 meters.
• Inquiring about obtaining "identikit" components from former police equipment for assembling facial composites.
• Asking readers to submit any reports of UFOs, crop circles, or other anomalies published in their local newspapers.
• A request for a computer program to determine biorhythms, to be sent to KPU.
• A plea for readers to search their archives and report any occurrences of anomalous phenomena in the Jicinsko region.
• An individual is researching the bioenergetic influences of minerals and seeks interested parties for pendants and other mineral items.

Conferences and Meetings

• July 5-7, 1996: The conference "Avalcon," a meeting of sci-fi, fantasy, and space enthusiasts, including UFO topics, will be held in Chotebor. Local sci-fi clubs will participate in discussions.

Thanks are extended to Ing. Miroslav B. for regional press reports and to Zdenek L. for contributions to the shared archive. Both receive discounts on materials. Mr. Antonín V. is also thanked for his significant help to KPU.

Dusan V. is thanked for translating material about UFO abductions, specifically a book by I. Stribrny. Parts of this book are circulating among Slovak UFO clubs. The full manuscript is approximately 800 pages, and efforts will be made to make it available, with the hope that the author finds a publisher.

Services for Members and the Public

• Astronomy Lab Software: Ivo C. provided a program suitable for Microsoft Windows 3.X called "Astronomy Lab." This program includes a "Calendar Report" function that calculates sunrise/sunset times, moon phases (new moon, full moon, first and fourth quarters), and the Moon's zodiacal position with minimal error. Feedback on the program is welcome. The book "The Unknown Power of the Moon" is also recommended.
• Skeptik "Sisyfos" Newsletter: Information is available on issues 0/95 (20 pages), 1/95 (20 pages), 2/95 (25 pages), and Supplement I (15 pages), along with other materials totaling 5 pages. These are available for 1 CZK per page plus postage (10 CZK).
• Book Club: The book club has released E. von Daniken's "Chariots of the Gods?" (original title likely "Stopy mimozemstanu" - Traces of Extraterrestrials), which is usually only available to members. The book is described as engaging with many full-page photographs. Members not having a club contact are invited to place a firm order within 5 days. The book costs 169 CZK, plus postage (minimum 20 CZK). Serious orders are requested.

J. Jon announced his departure from Klub Univerzum (Usti nad Labem) and the launch of his own bulletin, "Foinix," alongside his existing bulletin "Fenix." "Foinix" announced a lecture by V. Patrovsky on "Research and Evaluation of Borderline Phenomena" on April 20, 1996, at 9:00 AM in the National House, with a co-report by J. Jon titled "We Speak with Critics."

Statement from the Association for Psychotronics and UFO (Karlovy Vary): The association reported that E. von Daniken's appearance at the Grandhotel Pupp was announced several times last year. However, after discussions with the hotel management, it was stated that "it is not in the interest of the establishment at this time for something like this to take place." The newsletter questions if anything has changed.

Guidelines for Founding KPU Clubs and Circles

• Publication Activity: Clubs must strive for their own publication activities.
• Credibility: If a member publishes anything, they must ensure it maintains the organization's credibility and spreads awareness of its activities.
• Consultation: If a member uses club materials or information for their publications, they must consult with at least two club members, including the regional coordinator or club leader. This is not censorship but a measure to prevent immature cases from being published and to avoid embarrassing the club.
• Honorarium Sharing: If a member uses club materials or information, they must give 1/4 to 1/3 of their honorarium to the club treasury.
• Branch Information: If the central office informs the press about a branch's activities, the branch must be notified, and their approach consulted with the branch committee. The author of such a contribution must give half of their honorarium to the branch.
• Media Control: It is essential to always monitor what individual journalists write about the club.

Club Activities - Research and Education

The newsletter outlines the club's approach to research and education:

• Collecting UFO Cases (Methodology):
• Announcing cases in the local press.
• Announcing cases on regional radio stations.
• Establishing contacts with editorial offices.
• Utilizing the CB radio network.
• Maintaining constant contact with people.
• Collecting Cases of Apparitions, Contact with Alien Beings, Deceased Individuals, etc.: This requires a deeper philosophical and psychological approach.
• Collecting Cases of Natural Anomalies:
• Crop circles.
• Investigating Unexplained Regional Historical Questions:
• Legends and folklore.
• Archaeological issues.
• Researching Anomalous Psychotronic Phenomena:
• Cases of bio-attraction, clairvoyance, telepathy, etc.
• Methods - Contacts with Healers, Doctors, and Individuals with Philosophical Education:
• Resolving Each Case:
• Always seek connections between the given phenomenon and the historical sites of the municipality and its surroundings, as well as similar phenomena in the past, both globally and in the Czech Republic.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The newsletter reflects a proactive and engaged stance from the KPU. It emphasizes active research, information sharing, and community building among its members. The editorial tone encourages critical yet open-minded investigation into paranormal phenomena, UFOs, and related topics. There's a clear focus on documenting cases, disseminating information through various media, and providing services and resources to members. The guidelines for club activities highlight a commitment to professionalism and responsible reporting. The inclusion of skeptical viewpoints (e.g., the "Sisyfos" newsletter) suggests a balanced approach, acknowledging the need for critical analysis alongside the exploration of unexplained phenomena. The newsletter serves as a vital communication channel for the KPU, connecting members across different regions and fostering a collaborative research environment.