KPUFO Informacni bulletin - 1996 No 06

Magazine Overview

Title: Newsletter KPUFO
Issue: 6/1996
Date: c. June 1996
Publisher: KPU (Czech Association for UFO Research)
Country: Czech Republic
Language: Czech

This issue of the KPUFO Newsletter provides updates on club activities, research findings, and upcoming events, with a strong emphasis on UFO phenomena, crop circles, and the importance of interdisciplinary approaches to understanding these topics.

Club Activities and Announcements

The newsletter announces regular Thursday meetings of the KPU club in Pilsen, held at the City Library on B. Smetana Street, in the Polan hall, from 4 PM to 6 PM. Members are encouraged to stay in touch during holidays and while abroad, and to share any relevant news or observations from the press, local news, or international events.

A specific call is made for information regarding crop circles and anomalies in grain fields. Known crop circle sites at Mlazov and Solnice are mentioned, and members are asked to report any articles on this topic, especially from local press, or to send copies.

The issue also touches upon the need for a comprehensive approach to studying crop circle phenomena, suggesting that this problem may have been overlooked in favor of UFO research. KPU offers assistance to those interested in detailed research on this topic, provided they commit to producing a publishable work.

For those interested in the publication "Agrosymboly - opinions, discoveries, hypotheses," a reminder is given that it can be ordered from KPU or Vydavatelství Vcelka, or by phone. The price is 77 CZK.

Interdisciplinary Approach to Research

The newsletter expresses concern about a perceived one-sidedness in research, where UFO phenomena are prioritized over other topics, leading to a "dead end." It argues that a truly interdisciplinary approach is necessary, integrating knowledge from philosophy, history, archaeology, physics, astronomy, and psychology. Without this broader educational foundation, researchers risk becoming limited and falling behind.

KPU is continuing to establish new branches and facilitate networking among members from different regions. They invite members to organize similar meetings or public events.

Upcoming Events and Activities

For October, KPU is planning a month dedicated to discussions, lectures, and exhibitions related to their areas of interest. These events are scheduled to take place every Tuesday at Kopernikova 26 in Pilsen, starting at 6 PM.

News and Reports

An item from October 18, 1976, reports that the AFP agency in Mexico announced the discovery of a skeleton, with the head of the anthropological museum identifying it as a completely unknown creature. The newsletter asks if anyone has details or contacts that could verify this report.

A computer program for explaining fractal objects is available. Interested individuals can receive it on a diskette for the cost of an envelope and 8 postage stamps.

The Valasske Mezirici Observatory has published two booklets: "First Planets Discovered Outside the Solar System" and "Is There a Tenth Planet in the Solar System?" These cover topics such as Phaeton, Vulcan, Nemesis, Transpluto, Nibiru, and the origin of planetary systems. These publications are also available in the KPU archive if they cannot be obtained from the observatory.

Thanks are extended for a publication titled "UFO idi nad Orskom, god 90" (UFOs over Orsk, year 90). The KPU is seeking someone who can translate this 50-page Russian material, though they note that significant compensation cannot be offered.

The KPU archive also contains material from the UFO Centre Kosice, including "EBE: Problems of Biological Interactions," "Statistical Analysis of UFO Sightings over the Czech and Slovak Republics," and "Close Encounters." These are available to interested members.

Book Sales and Services

• A section lists books for sale, including:
• Klimuzsko: My View of the World (25 Kc)
• Huxley A.: The End of Civilization (40 Kc)
• Tantra of Love (30 Kc)
• Charpentier L.: Prehistoric Europe (40 Kc)
• Pludek A.: The Hall of Mysteries (30 Kc)
• Zentrich: Herbal Guide (20 Kc)
• Sklenar: Archaeological Monuments (40 Kc)
• Ryzl: Introduction to Parapsychology (40 Kc)
• Tousek: Clairvoyance (50 Kc)
• The Enchanted Forest (published 1969) (30 Kc) - very good condition.

Additionally, photographs from various UFO video reports are offered for sale, or can be produced from submitted video tapes, with each photo costing 30 Kc.

Special thanks are given to Antonin V. for his crucial assistance in publishing the newsletter.

Other Organizations and Activities

Information is provided about the organization "Modra alfa," which conducts courses on "Discovering Hidden Abilities" using hyperventilation. These courses are held on Saturdays and Sundays in various cities across the Czech Republic, with a fee of 950 Kc (750 Kc for unemployed, students, pensioners), including tuition, meals, and accommodation in a sleeping bag.

KPU is continuously organizing a CB network and requests members to send maps of their transmission range, channel, call sign, and availability times for use in field operations and searches.

The Psychoenergetics Society is organizing a dowsing course from September 13-18, 1996, at the Nesmer recreation center near Velke Mezrici, concluding with an examination and certification. The cost is 2,700 Kc, including accommodation, meals, and literature.

Controversy Regarding Ing. Patrovsky's Publications

Ing. Patrovsky has published "Encyclopedia of Borderline Phenomena," which involved other KPU members. However, these members found the original manuscript incomplete and containing irrelevant entries. They decided to proceed with their own project, "Lexicon of Borderline Phenomena," to create a comprehensive overview of opinions and hypotheses. Ing. Patrovsky disagreed with this approach, and his encyclopedia includes entries on topics like "antenna" and "garlic," with only 12 lines dedicated to "UFO."

Furthermore, Ing. Patrovsky's manuscript "Between Reality and Fantasy," which contains personal attacks, is not yet ready for publication due to its controversial nature. Discussions on this matter are ongoing.

Research in Pilsen and Skepticism

KPU plans to investigate anomalous psychotronic phenomena near Pilsen and invites local dowsers and biology enthusiasts to participate. The area is also suitable for historical research.

Information is available about the "Sisyfos" skeptic newsletter, with issues 0/95, 1/95, 2/95, and Circular I available for 1 CZK per page plus 10 CZK postage.

Book Recommendations and Services

E. von Daniken's book "Chariots of the Gods" is available through the Book Club and is described as a narrative with interesting full-page photographs. Orders should be placed promptly.

Reiki therapist V. Simunek in Sumperk offers Reiki examinations and electro-smog intensity assessments.

Translation services from French, German, and English to Czech, and vice versa for shorter texts, are available by agreement.

Online Presence

Members with computer access are reminded to use "[email protected]" to log into the network. KPU is preparing to join this network.

KPU has access to the "Sisyfos" skeptic organization's newsletter (over 50 pages) via the internet and encourages members to engage with the arguments presented to stimulate discussion.

Audiovisual Materials

A video recording with commentary of the exhibition by the Hoplodactylus Delacourti Foundation in Pilsen is available. Members can send their own video cassettes for recording audio and video archives. The cost is 30 CZK (including 10 CZK postage), payable in postage stamps.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The newsletter consistently promotes KPU's activities, research interests (UFOs, crop circles, paranormal phenomena), and the importance of an interdisciplinary approach. It also serves as a platform for members to share information, sell books, and offer services. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry within a structured research framework, while also acknowledging and engaging with skeptical viewpoints. There is a clear effort to foster a community among researchers and enthusiasts.