Newsletter KPUFO

Magazine Overview

This issue of the "Newsletter KPUFO" (Volume c.5/2001, Issue 5/2001) from the Czech Republic, published by KPU, focuses on paranormal research and organization news. The date is estimated to be around October 2001, given the mention of the 11.9.2001 events and the 2001/2002 membership drive.

New Nostradamus Section

The newsletter announces the formation of a new "NOSTRADAMUS" section within KPU. This section is intended to centralize translations of Nostradamus's texts, identify fulfilled prophecies, defend Nostradamus's name against misuse, gather information about his life, create dedicated web pages, establish an internal discussion group, and potentially organize expeditions, starting with his hometown of Solon. The section will primarily operate via the internet, with written correspondence through the KPU center also accepted. Contributions from anyone interested in the subject are welcomed.

Membership and CD ROM

KPU is releasing a CD ROM commemorating its 10th anniversary. The CD costs 100 CZK and can be purchased along with the 2002 membership fee of 300 CZK. Members are encouraged to pay their membership fees promptly and assist with office supplies like A5 envelopes. They are also asked to provide their date of birth for verification and to submit a photo for their membership card if they haven't already. The membership fee for 2002 includes the "ZAZ" magazine. The organization emphasizes that membership is a challenge and a commitment.

KPUFO 2000 Server and Archival Work

The KPUFO 2000 work server has been operational continuously since September 2001, from Monday 7:00 AM to Friday 3:30 PM. Individuals seeking access rights should contact [email protected]. Members are urged to assist in processing and transcribing cases and materials from the club archive, with a particular focus on UFO and anomalous psychotronic phenomena. Members are also asked to update their contact information, including email addresses and mobile phone numbers, to facilitate participation in investigations.

Personnel and Contacts

Marek Jehlicka has returned to his role as KPU spokesperson after a several-month study trip in Europe. For matters related to magic and esotericism, members are directed to contact the former spokesperson, Martin Saska.

Events and Reports

A midnight meeting of KPU Plzen and KPU Cheb members took place on October 2, 2001, under clear weather at Popravci louka. The newsletter also mentions that the results of a European congress of skeptics held in Prague were reported in the "Skryte skutecnosti" magazine.

Website Development and Online Discussions

New websites have been launched by KPU members from Mlada Boleslav, Pelhrimov, Bruntal, Breclav, and Semily, featuring local mysteries and solutions. KPU welcomes contributions to improve existing websites and create new ones. The organization aims for these websites to be resources for all researchers in a given district. A significant online discussion took place between February and May 2001 regarding the nature and purpose of UFO abductions. This discussion led to the intention of creating specialized web pages on the topic. KPU has initiated talks with the "Projekt Zare" (Project Ray) to normalize relations and explore cooperation in other areas, with a first meeting held on November 7, 2001. Collaboration between members of both organizations at the regional level is encouraged.

Specific Cases and Research Calls

The newsletter includes several calls for information on specific cases and phenomena:

• Petr Chobot Case: Concluded with his acquittal. A film about this case was broadcast on CT-1 on November 8, 2001.
• Egypt Mysteries: New websites have been launched to consolidate information on Egypt, including pyramids, mummies, history, magic, and religion, encouraging discussion. Future topics will include Atlantis and ancient civilizations of the Americas.
• International UFO Day: Despite contacting a Turkish company that proposed an annual "World UFO Day," no response was received after four months.
• Cesky Krumlov: Inquiry about a potentially dangerous (cursed) place near Kajov, and any information on unusual accidents.
• Opava: Reference to a 1996 article in "Spiritu" mentioning an unidentified object falling in the Fararska budka forest near Puste Polomi, followed by investigations and subsequent strange occurrences in the area.
• Svitavy: Request for details about alleged poltergeist activity in Police in the 1920s, specifically at Hegrova street 166, and any contemporary records.
• Nachod: Information sought on Marian apparitions that occurred between August 10, 1892, and 1895 in Suchem Dole u Police nad Metuji, including any historical records or books.
• Rychnov nad Kneznou: Inquiry about "crop circles" and bent trees near Zihle, and whether pine trees with bent tops in Krivice are related to witchcraft, as suggested by a book.
• Kolin: A report of a haunting in Trech Dvorech in 1907, mentioned in the journal "Cesky Lid" (page 90), with a request for assistance in locating the reference.
• Tachov: A man reported an experience near a cemetery at Konstantinovych Lazni, where the Svamberk family is buried, seeking anomalous information about this family.
• Decin: A boy reported finding an agro-symbol in Krasna Lipa in 1999, which had a green slime. A photo of the boy is available, and anyone living nearby is asked to investigate.
• Kladno: A report of strange occurrences in an old house near the ramparts in Slanem.
• Cheb: Preparation for building a center for ML and the surrounding area, with a proposed activity plan. Two witnesses need to be found and interviewed regarding the "death march" and "ringwal" near Popravci louka.
• Ceske Budejovice: A report of a UFO sighting on January 18, 1993, in Pelhrimovsko, featured in the "Jihoceske listy" newspaper.
• Tabor: A request to find Karel Vitek from the Tabor airfield, who found a crop circle in Zarici in 1994 and was involved in an abduction case.
• Rokycany: Reports of plant leaf markings in Strasice, with a request for information on similar cases from abroad or in literature.
• Templar Section: Work is underway on translating a book and preparing web pages about the Templars. There is mention of a "talking head" planned for display in a Yugoslavian museum, and a potential expedition to the site is considered. Members are asked to submit information on locations associated with the Templars (castles, treasures, etc.) and to provide detailed references for any books, articles, or legends they find.
• UFO Section: Ivan Stribrny from Slovakia distributed parts of his book on UFO abductions between 1998 and later years, with each part sent to a different recipient. Information on the remaining parts is sought.
• Atlantis Section: Members are asked to share any knowledge about the legendary land of Priest John.
• Morava: Processing of materials from the estate of dowser O. Hradil has begun.

Publications

The magazine "ZAZ" issue 5/2001 is being released. Members who did not receive it are advised to check their subscription status. The Vcelka Publishing House thanks KPU for their recognition of the magazine. Members missing specific issues or years are asked to inquire.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The newsletter reflects KPU's ongoing commitment to investigating paranormal phenomena, UFOs, and historical mysteries. The organization maintains a serious and reputable stance, encouraging active participation from its members. There is a strong emphasis on information gathering, archival work, and the dissemination of findings through various channels, including print and online media. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry, seeking to understand and document anomalous events while also engaging with skeptical viewpoints, as evidenced by the mention of the skeptics' congress.