Serie F brev nr 2

Magazine Overview

This document, identified as 'BREVCIRKELN, Serie F -- brev nr 2', is a Swedish-language publication focusing on the 'Underjordens Verklighet' (The Reality of the Underworld) and the 'Shaver Mystery'. The main cover headline is 'UNDERJORDENS VERKLIGHET - andra avsnittet' (The Reality of the Underworld - second part).

The Shaver Mystery and its Impact

The article details how Richard Shaver's experiences, published in 'Amazing Stories' in the 1940s, led to a surge in public interest and a significant increase in the magazine's circulation. Ray Palmer, an editor at Amazing Stories, is credited with discovering and promoting Shaver's material. The text suggests that the popularity of Shaver's stories, which described encounters with an underground civilization, was so great that the magazine's circulation rose by 50,000 copies per issue. When Ziff-Davis, the publisher, removed Shaver's material, the circulation reportedly dropped back to its previous level, which is presented as evidence of the authenticity of Shaver's claims.

Shaver's narrative posits the existence of an ancient, highly advanced race of 'supermen' who occupied Earth during its 'Golden Age.' These beings were scientists who constructed vast underground tunnel systems filled with sophisticated mechanical and electrical equipment. The article speculates on why no records of this race remain on the surface, suggesting that a great flood and a devastating atomic war preceded the 'Great Flood.' The survivors, referred to as slaves, possibly early Atlanteans, fled into the tunnel systems, while their masters left the planet in spaceships.

The Deros and Underground Civilization

According to Shaver, the degenerate descendants of these Atlanteans, numbering around 50 billion, still inhabit the subterranean world. These beings are referred to as 'Deros.' Shaver claims that much of the advanced equipment left behind by the ancient race is still functional and is used by the Deros to cause problems on the surface, including 'thought projection machines' that project harmful and disturbing thoughts into the minds of unsuspecting individuals.

The article notes that the underground world, like the surface, contains both good and bad beings. The 'bad' ones are called Deros, and their evil nature is said to be similar to that of the surface world. The text implies that the Deros are the entities behind the oracles in ancient temples and are the recipients of sacrifices made at temple altars.

Shaver on Flying Saucers

Shaver categorizes flying saucers into three types: those from outer space, those originating from the Earth's interior through cave openings, and illusory projections. He explains that the third type are deceptive reflections created by 'ray machines' in the caves, designed to distract observers. The inhabitants of the caves do not build these craft but utilize ancient flying vehicles left by the Elder Race. These beings are described as 'guardians of the cave treasures' who lie in wait for visitors from space and engage in aerial battles that can sometimes result in the deaths of surface dwellers.

An example of such an aerial battle is cited as occurring over Sawmill Run, Pennsylvania, in the 19th century, where two camouflaged spaceships collided, causing a massive thunderstorm and a flood that drowned fifty people. The article suggests that these space travelers are as indifferent to human welfare as humans are during wartime.

Earth as 'The Great Grave'

According to Shaver, visitors from the universe label Earth as 'The Great Grave.' The planet is described as a tomb for forgotten things and a treasure trove of remnants from the past. Primitive cultures are said to perceive the Earth's interior in a similar way, as a repository for forgotten relics.

We Are Livestock

The article aligns with Charles Fort's conclusion that humans are 'property.' An American flight officer in Honolulu is quoted as relaying Fort's findings, suggesting that humans are neglected property of beings who visited Earth millions of years ago. These ancient visitors were interested in producing a superior race through selective crossbreeding, but the results were discouraging, leading them to abandon the project and leave, or perhaps their ancestors. They occasionally return to observe humanity's development, but the results remain discouraging, prompting them to retreat and disappear.

Fort and Shaver are presented as sharing the view that Earth is a 'slum area' of the solar system, inhabited by a select group of parasites, idlers, and vagrants, a notion that is not flattering to human ego.

Warnings and the Astral Race

The text emphasizes the warnings about the underground world, suggesting it is dominated by evil forces that are vigilant about their secrets. Occult masters on the surface also issue stern warnings to leave the underworld alone, for the sake of one's life and peace of mind.

A BSR member, Trevor James, claims to have contacts with flying saucer entities. His contact, 'Ashtar,' confirmed the existence of underground races and issued a strong warning. Ashtar described a highly degenerated astral race residing in the Earth's core, who control space flight in the astral regions surrounding Earth but are earthbound. Their passage to space is via the South Pole. This race has allies on Earth who are described as completely lacking morals and mercy. This information is shared to make people aware of their existence, and all research into this 'astral activity' is forbidden for personal safety.

The Atheist Shaver and H.G. Wells

The author expresses a belief in the need to heed these warnings, acknowledging the reality of the threat from these underground powers. However, the author disagrees with Shaver's assessment that humanity is on the verge of conquest. The author attributes Shaver's feelings of hopelessness to his atheism, suggesting that without faith in a Creator, he lacks a higher purpose or a guiding light for humanity's development.

The article draws a parallel between Shaver's hopelessness and that of H.G. Wells, whose 1895 novel 'The Time Machine' (also a film) depicted an underground society. In Wells' story, the Morlocks, analogous to Shaver's Deros, enslaved the surface-dwelling Eloi, mirroring the concept of the Deros enslaving surface humans.

Lord Bulwer-Lytton's 'The Coming Race'

Another author, Lord Bulwer-Lytton, a 19th-century metaphysician, is mentioned for his story 'The Coming Race.' In this tale, a miner accidentally enters the underworld, is impressed by its inhabitants, and returns to the surface. The story dramatizes the idea of the underworld inhabitants eventually emerging and conquering the surface.

The recurring theme of an advanced underground civilization in Western literature is seen as indicative of a hidden truth. The author admits to not knowing this truth for certain and is not inclined to explore caves to disprove the claims.

Carlsbad Caverns Experience

The author recounts a trip to the Carlsbad Caverns in the spring of 1960 with Mrs. Crabb. Despite the caverns' beauty and impressive size, they chose to return to the surface, expressing gratitude for Earth and the sun. The author notes that the caverns, discovered by cowboy Jim White in the 19th century, were explored for three weeks by him, reaching depths of 48 kilometers. White's affinity for caves is mentioned, as is the idea that many surface dwellers feel at home in caves, which might verify Trevor James' contact Ashtar's claim that many Deros and Teros are now incarnated on Earth.

Inaccessible Cave Openings

The article concludes by discussing the mysterious nature of cave openings to the underworld. It is suggested that these entrances are camouflaged in such a way that they are virtually impossible to detect, except when someone is destined to enter or is an initiated individual. Ray Palmer is said to have provided the location of a genuine cave opening to eager underground researchers, but in one instance, the individual never returned, suggesting they were unable to penetrate the mystery. The possibility of hypnosis being used to make unwanted individuals blind to these openings is also raised.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are the existence of advanced underground civilizations, the 'Shaver Mystery,' the nature of Deros, the potential threat they pose, and the concept of UFOs originating from within the Earth. The editorial stance appears to be one of cautious acknowledgment of these phenomena, urging readers to heed the warnings and treat the subject with seriousness, while also maintaining a degree of skepticism and personal preference for the surface world. The author emphasizes the importance of faith and a belief in a higher purpose, contrasting this with Shaver's atheism as a source of his perceived hopelessness.