LDLN - No 029

Magazine Overview

Title: LUMIÈRES DANS LA NUIT
Issue: No. 29
Volume: 3rd Year
Date: September 1960
Publisher: R. VEILLITH (Founder)
Price: 30 frs

This issue of "Lumières dans la Nuit" is dedicated to the search for truth, aiming to guide humanity and uncover new horizons. The cover features a religious appeal to "Seek and you shall find Jesus." The magazine presents itself as a monthly review.

The Triumph of Truth

The editorial, "LA VERITE ET SON TRIOMPHE," notes with surprise the increasing inclusion of topics like rational nutrition and astrology in mainstream publications. It suggests that the acceptance of these subjects in respected journals indicates they possess solid foundations, not just a shift in public opinion. The editorial credits the perseverance of researchers who, despite general skepticism, have demonstrated valuable truths, forcing them into the public eye. It highlights the work of Michel Gauquelin, a graduate of the Institute of Psychology at the University of Paris, whose research on astrology, detailed in his books "L'Influence des astres, étude critique et expérimentale" and "Méthode pour étudier la répartition des astres dans le mouvement diurne," has gained attention. Gauquelin's work, initially intended to debunk astrology, has instead provided strong statistical evidence for its influence. The article mentions that statistician Jean Porte, initially skeptical, verified Gauquelin's calculations, finding no errors.

The editorial expresses joy that these truths, long understood by the magazine's contributors, are finally gaining traction in the press, overcoming ignorance and inertia. It laments the general indifference to important questions, contrasting it with the public's enthusiasm for sporting events. The magazine aims to shed light on these less popular but luminous truths.

Where Economic Crises Lead Us?

This section, authored by Joseph ANDRE, analyzes economic crises based on cycle studies. It notes that before the late 18th century, the world experienced only scarcity crises due to invasions and poor harvests. The first significant economic crisis occurred in England in 1825, following the bankruptcy of LAW's system in 1720, which was linked to the exploitation of Louisiana's riches. This 1825 crisis was a reaction to unemployment caused by industrial mechanization, marking the first time a crisis affected major industry. Subsequent crises are detailed: 1836-1839 (second crisis), during railway construction (third crisis, affecting stock speculation), 1857 (fourth), 1866 (fifth, marked by the failure of the OVEREN GUERNEY bank), 1873 (sixth), 1882 in France (seventh), 1883-84 in America (eighth, involving financial institution failures), and the period of 1890-1893 (ninth, with bank collapses in the US, UK, Germany, and Australia, and the rise of cartels and trusts). Crises in 1900, 1907, and 1913 are also mentioned.

The article discusses the twelfth crisis, which affected 558,000 men and peaked at 4,754,000 unemployed. The thirteenth crisis, starting in 1929, became global, with significant unemployment figures in the US (4,290,000 workers on one day, 2,896,000 the next) and millions unemployed in 1931 and 1933. Various economic theories for crises are presented: capitalist underconsumption, monetary crisis, overproduction, and capitalist errors. Andre argues these explanations are not always sufficient. He posits that economic crises are primarily linked to cosmic phenomena, particularly solar activity (faculae, spots, magnetism), which influences global events. He suggests that other divinatory methods, like numerical cycle studies, could also predict these crises, referencing his past publications on the subject.

365 Days = 365 Terrestrial Revolutions (Continued)

René PRADEL continues his study on terrestrial translation and its effects. He revisits the concept of the Earth's orbit around the Sun adding an extra rotation, which he links to oceanic tides. He uses the example of a cyclist to illustrate the composition of speeds. When a cyclist rides on a wet road, water is ejected from the wheel. Pradel explains that the water's speed is nearly double the cyclist's speed (e.g., 40 km/h if the cyclist is at 20 km/h) because the rotational speed of the wheel adds to the forward speed. He also provides an example with gears (80-tooth and 40-tooth) to demonstrate how relative speeds can be calculated.

Pradel addresses an objection regarding a force of G/4000 supposedly producing tides, stating that such a force would not be destructive. He compares tidal forces to barometric pressure differences, suggesting that a 3 cm mercury difference, equivalent to a 45 cm water column, requires a force of G/4000 and can cause storms but not global destruction. He contrasts this with the minuscule effect (1-2 hundredths of a millimeter) of a force of G/8,640,000 on mercury levels, deeming it insignificant.

The Reality of Tertiary Man

Robert GARCET, a paleontologist, presents an argument for the existence of humans in the Tertiary period. He criticizes the scientific community's resistance to this idea, emphasizing the importance of ideas over popular consensus. Garcet references historical figures like Boucher de Perthes, Abbé Bourgeois, Desnoyer, and Rutot, whose work on early human artifacts has been largely dismissed or ridiculed. He asserts that archaeological evidence, particularly from the Basse-Meuse region, supports the existence of early humans.

Garcet describes findings including large flint flakes, hammerstones, hand axes, scrapers, and other tools, similar to those found elsewhere but often used to discredit Boucher de Perthes and others. He highlights the discovery of painted pebbles and nodules, some with intentional markings, and thousands of systematically shaped stones. He notes the presence of enigmatic animal and human figures, often incomplete, with disproportionately large eyes. He argues that these findings indicate a sophisticated industry and art form, distinct from known prehistoric cultures.

Garcet contends that these artifacts suggest that Tertiary humans were ordinary people, not the primitive, ape-like creatures often depicted by traditional archaeologists. He emphasizes their skill in working with stone, particularly flint, which is extremely hard. He suggests they possessed advanced techniques, possibly lost secrets, and were more like sculptors than simple toolmakers. He notes that while some figures show similarities to pagan and Christian fetishes, the overall style and execution are unique, indicating a different conception of life and art.

He challenges the prevailing theories of human origins, stating they are not necessarily wrong but are behind the times. Garcet argues that the depicted figures, including monkeys, megatheriums, and various animals, provide a local color of a "Paradise on Earth." He concludes that human origins lie far from Christian and transformist hypotheses, suggesting a much older timeline for humanity. He contrasts the violent "iron age" and wars with the potential for a more peaceful human past.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

This issue of "Lumières dans la Nuit" strongly advocates for the pursuit of truth, even when it challenges established scientific and historical paradigms. The magazine champions unconventional research, particularly in fields like astrology and paleontology, highlighting the work of individuals who dare to question mainstream narratives. There is a recurring theme of cyclical phenomena, both in economics and potentially in cosmic influences on human events. The editorial stance is one of open-mindedness, encouraging readers to consider evidence that contradicts conventional wisdom, particularly concerning human origins and the potential for advanced ancient civilizations. The magazine positions itself as a beacon of light against ignorance and skepticism, promoting a deeper understanding of reality through rigorous investigation and the acceptance of potentially startling truths.

This issue, number 14, of the French publication "Lumières dans la Nuit" (Lights in the Night), dated the 3rd quarter of 1960, focuses heavily on eschatological themes, particularly the signs of the End Times as predicted in biblical prophecies. The main article, "LE RETOUR DU CHRIST ET LA FIN DES TEMPS" (The Return of Christ and the End Times) by Raymond VEILLITH, is a continuation of a previous study.

The Return of Christ and the End Times

Raymond VEILLITH's article delves into the signs that mark the End Times, drawing heavily from Jesus' discourse as recorded in the Gospels (specifically referencing Luke 21:11). The article is divided into sections, with VI focusing on "Signs in the sky and earthquakes, famines and pestilences."

Celestial Signs and UFOs

VEILLITH identifies "Soucoupes Volantes" (flying saucers) as a prominent celestial sign that has gained significant attention over the past dozen years (since 1947). He suggests that their emergence coincides with the End Times and speculates about a connection to extraterrestrial beings and humanity's desire to escape its home planet. He notes that these celestial signs, predicted for a time when the Gospel would be preached worldwide, the Jewish people would return to Palestine, moral decay would increase, and the world would be divided into hostile blocs, are indeed occurring and aligning with other prophetic indicators.

Other Celestial Phenomena

The article also discusses other celestial signs mentioned by Jesus, such as the obscuration of the Sun and Moon, and the falling of stars (citing Matthew 24:29, Luke 21:25-26, Mark 13:24-25, and Isaiah 13:10). VEILLITH explains that these phenomena are not expected to occur until the "Grande Hécatombe" (Great Cataclysm), shortly before Christ's return. He suggests that the obscuration of the Sun and Moon could be caused by terrestrial events, such as a global atomic war or a massive earthquake, leading to an accumulation of dust and vapors in the atmosphere.

Regarding the falling of stars, the article notes that while it's difficult to ascertain if there's a genuine increase in meteor showers or if historical records are simply incomplete, some authors suggest a significant rise since the 18th century. A specialist from the Institut d'Astrophysique, Monsieur RIGOLLET, is quoted as stating that it's difficult to create accurate statistics for meteor showers, and the perceived increase might be due to better record-keeping rather than a factual rise.

Earthquakes and Global Cataclysms

VEILLITH then addresses the increase in earthquakes as another sign of the End Times, referencing Jesus' discourse and the Book of Revelation (chapters 6:12-17 and 16:18-21). A table, compiled by the BRITISH ASSOCIATION FOR THE ADVANCEMENT OF SCIENCE, illustrates a marked increase in recorded earthquakes from the 1st century CE to the 19th century, with a significant jump in the 19th and 20th centuries. The article notes that the statistic for the 20th century, up to 1930, already counted over 2000 earthquakes, and this statistic only includes those that caused loss of human life.

Subscription and Announcements

Following the main article, there is a section addressing past subscription issues. The publication acknowledges that they were unable to fulfill a promise to send 6 back issues to all new annual subscribers who signed up between March 1st and May 15th, 1960, due to unexpectedly high demand. They apologize and state that subscriptions for those affected will be extended.

There are also "PETITES ANNONCES" (small ads), including a request from an individual named ROUX Jacques in NIORT seeking specific back issues of "Lumières dans la Nuit." Another announcement promotes a review called "BUTINONS" available from Metz.

Subscription rates are provided: 5 NF for an annual ordinary subscription, 8 NF for a supporting subscription. A 6-issue subscription costs 2.75 NF (ordinary) or 4.40 NF (supporting). Correspondence and payments should be addressed to M. R. VEILLITH at "Les Pins," Le Chambon-sur-Lignon.

Publication Details

The publication details indicate that the magazine was printed in the 3rd quarter of 1960 by the publisher and editor R. Veillith in Le Chambon-sur-Lignon.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The primary theme of this issue is eschatology, focusing on the interpretation of biblical prophecies related to the End Times and the return of Christ. The editorial stance appears to be one of alarm and urgency, presenting current events, particularly UFO sightings and seismic activity, as direct fulfillments of these prophecies. The publication seems to advocate for a literal interpretation of biblical predictions concerning the end of the world and the second coming of Jesus.