Little Listening Post -1960 04-06 - Vol 07 No 02

Magazine Overview

This issue of The Little Listening Post, dated April-May-June 1960, is a newsletter from Washington, D.C., focusing on a wide array of topics including the burgeoning 'New Age' movement, scientific advancements, geopolitical tensions, health, and UFO phenomena. The publication positions itself as a listening post for 'great changes' and 'swift acceleration' on Earth, aiming to provide clarification amid conflicts and confusions.

The New Age is Rolling In

The lead article, "THE NEW AGE IS ROLLING IN," suggests that a significant shift is occurring, marked by 'Breakthrough' and a collective 'Human CRY' of the helpless. It speaks of increased knowledge and 'Great Forces' at play, with a growing awareness of 4-D concepts. The article notes a report of a wealthy financier investing millions in New Age ventures and emphasizes that 'FAITH IS AN ELEMENT.' It concludes by stating that the only fixed thing in the universe is 'THE POWER AND COHESION OF LOVE!'

D.C. News

The newsletter reports on events in Washington D.C., including the White House Youth Conference, which advocated for spreading birth control information. It mentions the upcoming construction of a new Science Building at Georgetown University and the significant number of conventions expected in Washington, many focusing on scientific activity. Washington is highlighted as a focal point for research and scientific development, with a planned National Symposium on Space, Electronics & Telemetry. The article notes that Nemes-Clark Co. will provide telemetry equipment for the Man-in-Space project and that Washington is a major market for electronics, largely due to military sales. A mention is made of NASA, with Dr. Glennon calling it a collection of scientific and technical personnel.

Geopolitical and Military Concerns

The issue expresses alarm about potential global conflicts. T.P. Lanphier, a former Truman official, is quoted as saying the U.S. is 'losing World War Three!' A map in the Pentagon is described as having detectors that will signal the start of WW3. The possibility of Russian missiles wiping out American cities is raised, and a cartoon depicts saucer occupants watching a 'BLAZING EARTH.' The presence of white-shrouded figures marking a contaminated zone on the Sahara, following French nuclear blasts, is noted. The report states that both the U.S. and Russia are advanced in 'BIOLOGICAL WARFARE,' which has twice the killing power of the H-bomb. The article also mentions the first U.S. family fallout shelter and the danger of nerve gas. Adenauer's warning about Soviet propaganda and FBI statements about Communists targeting lawyers and newspapers are included. Dr. Chas Tansil believes America is at a crossroads, and Gen. Willoughby speaks of a 'deadly menace.' Herter is quoted on the importance of disarmament. De Gaulle's call for openness and the urgency of agreement are emphasized. The issue references the movie 'On the Beach' and the CBS TV show 'Alas, Babylon!' as reflecting these anxieties. Krush is reported to be prepared for force regarding the Berlin issue.

Health Front

Discussions on health include the ratio of doctors to people in the U.S., talk of 'REGENERATION,' and Earth entering a 'higher-vibration-area.' Hypnotherapy is highlighted for emotional ills and childbirth. Fish Flour is presented as a cheap protein source. Dr. Linus Pauling asserts that everyone has strontium 90 in their bones, a substance previously unknown. U.S. Health Scientists state that everyone now has DDT in them. The presence of Benzpyrene in city air, linked to skin cancer, is noted. The article questions whether electric autos or free energy are solutions to pollution. Public health funding for exploring frontiers of health, including atomic radiation, is mentioned. A new method for catching signals from unborn hearts is described, and Russia claims a new surgical tool for stapling veins. The increase in polio cases is reported, with speculation about the virus changing. Experiments at Stanford University show electrically charged wires can promote bone healing and growth. A method for getting rid of gall stones via diet is offered, and a documentary on the suppressed anti-cancer agent KREBIOZEN is mentioned.

Science and Technology

Advancements in science and technology are a recurring theme. The issue mentions the possibility of using atomic reactors to force 'FOOD' up from the ocean. New radar photography is said to be capable of detecting plants on other planets. An expedition is searching for the lost cities of Sodom and Gomorrah. Reports suggest improvements in meat production and a return of ballad music. Discoveries of Dead Sea Scrolls and a submerged island south of the Cape of Good Hope are noted. The U.S. has a large number of television sets, and grain storage costs are high. The world's tallest apartment house is planned for Chicago. The average family's spending is also quantified.

Hunger and Nature

The issue addresses a sense of 'HUNGER in Human Hearts,' citing a poem by 'PATIENCE WORTH' that distinguishes between physical and spiritual hunger. In 'NATURE NEWS,' concerns are raised about the impact of population growth on natural areas. Over half a million acres of New Mexico's National Forest are preserved as Wilderness Areas. The price of elephants has dropped significantly. A bill to double penalties for violating the migratory Bird Treaty Act and another to put the Pesticide Program under federal scrutiny are mentioned. A story from Ohio highlights women who stopped city spraying due to concerns about dead birds. The average lifespan of wild birds is discussed, and the intelligence of dolphins is noted. A movement to beautify cities with flowers is underway, promoted by Mary Lasker.

UFOs and Space Exploration

UFOs and space exploration are central to several articles. The issue highlights a new Air Force Directive titled 'UFO'S ARE SERIOUS BUSINESS!' and notes NICAP's accusation that the Air Force deceived the public. George Adamski is featured, having recently returned from a 55,000-mile trip and co-authored 'FLYING SAUCERS HAVE LANDED.' His lecture in Washington D.C. is described, along with the sponsorship by MERCURY ENTERPRISES, Inc. The article mentions a 'flying wedge' Saucer Gargantua and a skeptic's search for Adamski's 'lamp-shade' photo prop. The 'battering' Adamski has endured is noted, along with his continued adherence to his story. Lecturers are criss-crossing the country, fulfilling a prophecy. Several recent sightings over Washington are reported. A Vienna newspaper featured a saucer photograph as its 'MOST SENSATIONAL PHOTOGRAPH OF OUR CENTURY!' A proposal for Saucer Editors to hold Regional Conferences is mentioned. Washington Saucer Intelligence reports an intensification of attitudes and searching for answers, with unsettled conditions in nature portending changes. Recent storms in Russia and a strange storm in the Holy Land are cited. A plane from Canaveral reported a UFO that disappeared when jets gave chase. The concept of 'inter-dimensional No-Man's-Land' is introduced, and 'contactees' are referred to as 'Martyrs.'

Science Front and Gravity

New studies on the structure of the atom's nucleus are challenging the old theory of gravity. The concept of a 'constant' not being constant is explored. The 'growing pile of obsolete scientific laws' is mentioned. Anti-gravity is linked to fairy tales, heralding an 'Age of Wizardry.' Scientists are actively seeking the secret of saucer propulsion. The idea of 'Space, supposed EMPTY,' being 'inconceivably high activity' is discussed, along with the concept of 'Space Energy' and its potential applications. Rockets are deemed obsolete compared to satellites. The article suggests that if 'Space People' gave humanity the secret of this power, it would be misused, and they would be responsible. The Adamski 'Footprints' are mentioned as a clue. The idea of changing through exploring space is proposed, with automation being the last step before 'SPACE-AUTOMATION.' Kenneth Crowder is seeking ideas and funding for anti-gravity projects. The National Academy of Sciences is offering a treatise on 'The Nature of Gravity.'

Brother of the Third Degree and Symbology

The spiritual fiction work 'BROTHER OF THE THIRD DEGREE' by Garver is recommended, stressing the importance of leaders streamlining their lives, sharpening perception, and gaining objective learning, particularly in medical, law, and art. Art is described as the most vocal form of the 'New Age,' with symbology being its 'shorthand.'

Science Front Notes

Further notes from researchers at The Little Listening Post discuss light as an evolved form of matter and the distribution of energies. Atoms are described as having layers of different frequencies, controllable by 'MIND-FORCE.' Time and space are defined by material events and objects. 'Sympathetic Physics' is presented as the highest thing in nature, involving resonance and control of frequency. An electronic instrument that can detect the frequency of a philosophy and cause an effect on those holding it is mentioned, though not to kill. Cancer is attributed to a missing element on a degenerating planet. An expedition to hunt Noah's Ark via saucer, melting ice with a forcefield, is speculated. High-frequency flower essence fed to bees produced a forcefield and luminocity, with honey also glowing. Gravity is linked to Earth's spin and rotation. Andrew Cross's creation of spiders using electrification is recalled as an electro-chemical process.

Publishing News and Mailbag

New publications mentioned include Maj. Keyhoe's 'FLYING SAUCERS, TOP SECRET,' H. Blackschleger's 'HIDE,' and Dana Howard's fiction 'THE EARTHBORN VENUSIAN.' The 'CLEARING HOUSE OF HUMAN NEEDS Plan' is reprinted. An article in 'ARGOSY' magazine titled 'AIR FORCE ADMITS UFO'S ARE HERE' by Keyhoe & Salkin is highlighted for its extensive documentation. Atty. Faria's treatise on 'Metalaw' and papers on SPACE LAW are listed. 'EXPLORING THE UNKNOWN' is a new magazine. 'ROAD IN THE SKY' by Williamson is described. Textbook sales are projected to reach near $40 million. The mailbag includes a teacher's observation of increasing radiation intensity and a reader's praise for LLP as a 'beacon of Light.' B.T. from London congratulates the publication. Jas. Lee of the Space Patrol mentions operating a powerful amateur radio station. Tom O'Neil, editor of PSYCHIC OBSERVER, notes its increasing circulation. McCraffey Research Corp. is hopeful of raising funds for New Age projects.

Special Message and FAQ

A special message asks for names of 'RADIO HAMS' who understand the 'NEW AGE' and belong to the 'Family of those working to bring in the happy "NEW ORDER OF THE AGES"'. A definition of a 'NEW AGE PERSON' is provided: someone 'GOING SOME PLACE,' following a vision, and trying to bring a happier world into existence, recognizable by the light in their eyes. The 'NEW AGE PROGRAM FOR THIS PLANET' is summarized in five words: EDUCATE, RELIEVE SUFFERING, BRING BEAUTY!

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are the anticipation of a significant shift towards a 'New Age,' the serious investigation of UFO phenomena, and the interconnectedness of science, spirituality, and health. The editorial stance is one of heightened awareness and urgency, encouraging readers to be alert to global changes and to actively participate in bringing about a better future. The publication acts as a conduit for information and ideas that challenge conventional thinking, particularly in the realms of science, consciousness, and extraterrestrial contact. There is a strong emphasis on inner transformation and the power of love and positive thinking as forces for change.