Little Listening Post -1959 08-09 - Vol 06 No 03

Magazine Overview

This issue of THE LITTLE LISTENING POST, Volume 6, Number 3, dated August-September 1959, originates from Washington, D.C. The cover headline poses the question "WHEREIN LIES VALUE?" and suggests humanity is in a "Finishing School" for a new age, with a focus on space and "Inner Power."

The News in Capsule

The "News in Capsule" section, from the Office in the Garden, touches on several diverse topics. Edgar Sievers is quoted on humanity's mental state and the "junction of two ages." The high cost of defense is noted, contrasted with the idea that "Knowledge is Power" and that the "ARMY of the ENLIGHTENED" is emerging. Arthur Clarke is cited for the "exploding" nature of knowledge. The concept of "Inner Power" is emphasized as the greatest power, drawing parallels to spiritual divinity. In D.C. news, "Friends of the National Zoo" aim to make it the "best Zoo in the world." The D.C. Police plan to use dogs against criminals, with a mention of Scotland Yard's dog unit. A bank is hosting non-time organ concerts. The government has abandoned decentralizing employees due to bomb threats. Nobel Prize scientists are concerned about secrecy in scientific projects and advocate for exchange with Soviet scientists. Dulles International Airport is mentioned as handling significant air traffic. A large convention of Librarians in Washington discussed new nations and their publishing efforts.

Page 2: Space, Technology, and Society

The issue continues with reports on various topics. The Library of Congress is described as the "biggest in the world," with extensive holdings and ongoing expansion needs. A new National Library of Medicine is under construction. A Washington Women's Club is using LLP for program material. Geographic coordinates for Earthlings in D.C. are provided. A "Solar Aircraft" is reported to have a fire-fighting missile. A potential "A-Power Plant" in India is mentioned. A machine emitting a sound capable of killing humans is reported. Fashion trends include knee-cap dresses. Mobile sidewalks are being developed. Proposals for free bus service in big cities are discussed due to increasing population and transportation worries. The "Force-field principle" is mentioned in relation to survival. "Electrics" are coming back in cars, and Curtiss Wright is developing an "AIR CAR." A typewriter that runs by a light beam is invented. Westinghouse plans an "ASTRONUCLEAR LAB." A new atomic ray gun in Russia can cut boulders. A 62-year-old beauty queen in Derby, England, expresses dissatisfaction with superficiality. Africa is noted as being in ferment. The "Saucer Situation" is described as a double-headed mystery, with the Air Force reportedly having its own saucers. Saucer Research is divided into distinct phases, including scientific efforts to duplicate flight principles and an emerging "Approach of Orthodox Religion." The "Christian Herald" features an article titled "WE ARE BEING WATCHED!" The push towards "INTERPLANETARY BROTHERHOOD" is framed as a moral issue. Geo King is promoting "THE UFO STORY." The Green Convention was a success with many lectures. L.A. papers reported "SAUCERS OVER PACIFIC." A new club is forming in Wichita, Kansas.

Page 3: Health, Science, and UFOs

Van Tassel is quoted regarding saucer work and upcoming conventions. A saucer is reported to have "raced over Washington" on August 1st, described as a brilliant star that zigzagged. On the health front, the first Medical Book in the U.S. Colonies, based on astrology, is mentioned. A "safe-and-sure BIRTH CONTROL BILL" (ENOVID) is discussed, with implications for population control and foreign aid. A boy in Denver had his heart stopped for 25 minutes during surgery. A 15-year-old girl in Wichita underwent successful open-heart surgery under hypnotism. The prevalence of mental illness in the U.S. is noted. A new diagnostic method using ultraviolet light is announced. Scripps-Howard notes Congress's spending on health, while the Nat Health Institutes' budget request is high. The issue questions the simplicity of solving health problems and presents a spiritual definition of health. The formula of Dr. Hoxsey for cancer cure is mentioned as being available. The "ONLY PUBLICATION OF ITS KIND" is highlighted, encouraging subscriptions to LLP. Nature News reports on forest fires, lightning, and lightning protection. Meteorologists hope to control lightning. A bill to save wild horses is mentioned, with many being killed for meat. The grizzly bear is facing extinction. Killer sharks are moving in on California's coast. Efforts to eradicate dogfish sharks are noted. A bounty was offered for 2 million fireflies for an experiment. A woman uses mothflakes to deter ants. Scientists are seeking to drill the world's deepest hole to study Earth's interior. Marine life makes noises detectable by hydrophones. The government is addressing the national water shortage. A grant program aims to eliminate sewage pollution. Industries are opposing a bill to prevent stream pollution. A hospital lab hires a girl to "pet" white mice to improve their performance. The government has spent $12 million on egg price support, while other agencies are borrowing money to produce more eggs. Foam rubber mattresses for milk cows are being tested. Sky News reports a $100,000 prize for the first person to travel in outer space. "Mercury" Astronauts are training. Russia is developing an atomic helicopter. England's "Hovercraft" flew the Channel. Curtis Wright Corp will produce a 4-passenger Air-car.

Page 4: Space Race and Cosmic Discoveries

Congress is studying "ground-effect" machines, and England may produce a saucer-shaped craft for ocean travel. Aerojet is working on a Chinese scientist's "SPACE ENGINE." The government has an 8-10 year program to develop flying saucers. Photos of Air Force saucers are mentioned. A communications satellite is proposed to orbit Earth. The British Interplanetary magazine notes widespread interest in extraterrestrial life. "ASTROBOTANY" is a new term referring to planetary astronomy and spectral analysis of Earth's plant life. Scientists are investigating the origin of life on Earth. Japan is entering the space race with a significant program. The Aerospace Industry has become a major economic factor, supplanting the automotive industry. Space is defined as beginning 1,864 miles from Earth. Five U.S. Space-Probes have cracked the interplanetary gas boundary. Radio static originating in the Milky Way was discovered in 1931, providing a new tool for studying the cosmos. The Navy has a new-type RADAR capable of spotting enemy ballistic missiles from afar. The U.S. is launching missiles and rockets. A "Paddle wheel" Satellite launched has paddles to catch sunlight for energy. "Shots at the MOON, MARS and VENUS" are now possible. Patience and placidity are compared to sunshine and stillness for plant life. An obituary for Arnold Kruchman, organizer of the JUNIOR SKYWATCH OF THE AMERICAS, is included. Kruchman was a child prodigy who toured the world and became an international correspondent, deeply interested in flight and flying saucers. His final effort was birthing his vision for the Junior Skywatch to engage youth in space and flying saucers. Dr. Pages, a French scientist, claims to know the secret of Flying Saucers, involving a rotating electric field to eliminate gravity. OTC ENTERPRISES is working on a "Gravity Motor" and an Electric Auto. Earthbound 45 ft Saucers are available for rides. Science now admits future spacecraft will be circular and electrically propelled.

Page 5: ESP, UFO Literature, and Mailbag

July HARPERS featured an article on Extra Sensory Perception. A new Japanese magazine, UFO INTELLIGENCE, has started. "Motion picture facsimile" is the name for trans-Atlantic TV. Fr Lynch's "THE IMAGE INDUSTRY" criticizes TV for a "cultural crisis." "THE BODY IS A SHELL" is a psy movie. Dale Carnegie's "HOW TO STOP WORRYING" is now printed in over 30 languages. Dorothy Thomas's New Age Pub. Co. is noted for its publishing line-up. Books mentioned include "MY CONTACT WITH FLYING SAUCERS," "KINSHIP WITH ALL LIFE," "ABRAHAM LINCOLN RETURNS," and "SPACECRAFT FROM BEYOND 3 DIMENSIONS." "THE EARTH'S SHIFTING CRUST" by Hapgood & Campbell is noted. Dr. Faria, a Brazilian lawyer, is writing a book on "INTERPLANETARY LAW." The "MAILBAG" section includes praise for LLP, a mention of "THE ATLANTIANS," and reports of hollyhocks from seeds. A "Mother Ship" and two saucers were watched. A description of RADIO-ACTIVITY is given, suggesting it causes "MUTANTS." A subscriber praises LLP as the "outstanding publication." Another enjoys renewing their subscription. A request is made to keep LLP's "EAR wide open." A subscriber expresses extreme eagerness for LLP, stating they would "rather do without eating awhile." The issue of mail delays is noted, and readers are asked to enclose stamped envelopes. Gifts of stamps are appreciated to support the work. The magazine is issued "every few weeks" when news "boils over" from Washington. The issue highlights "GREAT FORCES!" at work in Washington and states "Man's only sin is IGNORANCE." A startling discovery speeding knowledge is promised for the next issue. The Little Listening Post is described as the "ONLY PUBLICATION OF ITS KIND," with six issues for three dollars.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue include the burgeoning interest in space exploration and extraterrestrial life, the potential for new technologies, and the concept of "Inner Power" as a fundamental aspect of human development. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry into UFO phenomena, scientific advancements, and alternative perspectives on health and spirituality, often presented with a sense of urgency and a belief in the transformative potential of new knowledge and discoveries. There is a clear emphasis on the "New Age" and the idea that humanity is on the cusp of significant change. The publication positions itself as a vital source of information for those seeking to understand these unfolding events, encouraging readers to be alert and informed.