Missing Link - 1990 08 - no 94

Magazine Overview

Title: THE MISSING LINK
Issue: Number 94
Date: August 1990
Publisher: UFO CONTACT CENTER INTERNATIONAL (UFOCCI)
Country: USA
Price: $1.50

This issue of THE MISSING LINK, a publication by UFO CONTACT CENTER INTERNATIONAL (UFOCCI), delves into various aspects of UFO phenomena, abductions, and related psychological impacts. The cover features a striking black and white illustration of a human profile, hinting at themes of perception and consciousness. The magazine is based in Federal Way, WA.

The Meaning of *Jorpah

This section, authored by Aileen Bringle, Director of UFOCCI, explores the significance of 'Jorpah,' an alien word meaning 'Cosmic gathering.' Bringle recounts past Jorpah events, highlighting their milestones and memorable moments. The first Jorpah in 1981 was held in LaPine, Oregon, at a RV park owned by Paris and Betty Colorado. This event included unusual encounters with two men who asked probing questions and then disappeared, as well as UFO sightings over the campground and a cold night where ladies slept on cots in the bathroom. Another Jorpah was held at Roper Lake State Park in Safford, Arizona, arranged by Helene Charbonneau, which featured a 'swirling wind phenomena' on the lake. The article also touches upon the controversial red squirrel debate near Mt. Graham, which has halted the funding for a planetarium.

Subsequent Jorpahs are detailed, including one in 1985 where a contactee drove her Corvette and nearly froze, and another where Dan Edwards suffered a heat stroke. Paris Colorado led tours of lava beds and Newberry Crater. The article mentions the ongoing Jorpah tradition of presenting awards to outstanding Associate Directors, listing winners from 1983 to 1989, including Mary St. Claire, Brent Raynes, Shirle Klein Carsh, Barbara Nielsen, and James C. Van Avery. Musical performances have been a staple, with mentions of Vikki English Richards, Johny Hahn, Linda Benson, Bobby Patterson and the Angels, Big Al, and Ellen Zigler. A particularly memorable event was a play that was a 'comedy of errors.' The tenth annual Jorpah is announced to be held at Camp Long in Seattle on August 31, September 1 and 2, with no charge for the conference but a fee for cabins.

An agenda for the tenth annual Jorpah is provided, listing registration, opening ceremonies, and various speakers and activities over the three days, including presentations by Delores Galvin, Clay Krueger, Linda Houston, Nellvergne Zajac, Jennifer Brown-Jacobs, Lorne Goldfeather, Aileen Bringle, Ron Rodriquez, Phyllis Duran, Darush Bagheri, Mark Andrews, Chris Bader, Thomas Layne, Bruce Smith, David Huggins, and Tom Dongo. The agenda also includes a Stayce Borland Memorial Award and musical performances.

Abductee Trauma: An Exploratory Study into Correlations Between PTSD and UFO Abduction

This research paper, by Chris Bader and Thomas Layne, investigates the connection between Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and UFO abduction experiences. The study, conducted in conjunction with the program 'Health & Risk in Modern Society,' surveyed respondents who had experienced UFO abductions. The authors note that the trauma experienced by abductees is often outside the range of normal human experience and can lead to PTSD symptoms. They highlight the difficulty abductees face in seeking help due to the social stigma associated with UFOs.

The analysis of 31 returned questionnaires reveals demographic data: 45.2% male, 54.8% female; 64.5% married, 19.4% single, 16.1% divorced; 87.1% White, 6.5% Native American, 6.5% Hispanic. Educational levels varied, with 41.9% having 12 years or less of education and 9.7% having 17 or more years. Occupations were categorized as blue collar (9.7%), white collar (25.8%), home-maker (29%), and 'other' (32.3%).

The study applied DMS-III-R criteria for PTSD, finding that 19.4% of the sample claimed symptoms matching PTSD criteria, and an additional 22.6% were close to meeting the criteria. Key symptoms identified include recurrent distressing recollections (12.9%), recurrent distressing dreams (6.4%), avoidance of trauma-related stimuli (32.3%), amnesia about abduction experiences (74%), diminished interest in significant activities (32.3%), feelings of detachment, and troubles with family (32.3%). Symptoms of increased arousal, such as difficulty sleeping, outbursts of anger, troubles concentrating, hypervigilance, paranoia, and exaggerated startle response, were also prevalent.

The study concludes that there is a 'fascinating similarity' between the symptoms claimed by UFO abduction victims and those suffering from PTSD. The authors emphasize that UFO abductions, whether objectively real or not, are real and traumatic experiences for the individuals involved, and deserve the same respect as other traumatic experiences like rape.

Letters to the Editor

This section features correspondence from readers. S. Kur weil, M.D., warns about 'enemies' sowing discord and individuals exploiting abductees for self-aggrandizement, urging vigilance against infiltration of UFO groups.

Judy Stryker, Associate Director, Ft. Worth, Texas, writes to Aileen Bringle, expressing appreciation for the newsletter and seeking clarification on the 'Alaska Abduction' case, particularly regarding procedures involving feet, the use of souls, and reincarnation. She questions the power required for such actions and the protection of souls by God.

In response, Aileen Bringle acknowledges the appreciation and states that she may not pursue the Alaska Abduction case further as the individual has returned to Alaska. However, she mentions a 'very interesting case right here in Seattle' that addresses questions about souls, and suggests she might write it up for The Missing Link. She also thanks Judy for sharing information about foot anomalies.

Book Review: MATRIX II

This section reviews 'MATRIX II: THE ABDUCTION AND MANIPULATION OF HUMANS USING ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY' by Valerian Valdamar. The book is described as a highly influential work that goes beyond a typical book, offering a 'holistic spiritual entity' and a 'journey into awareness.' It covers a wide range of data, including research on human abductions, government connections, post-abduction problems, mind control, multi-generational scenarios, alien species (Greys and Reptilians), implanting technology, and the suppression of human awareness. The review highlights that the book integrates positive and spiritual elements, offering a path to personal freedom and challenging 'classical UFOlogy' and existing 'UFO organizations.' The book is available from Arcturus Book Service for $52.50.

Sylvia's New Age Info Center

A small advertisement or note from Sylvia/Nicole Hollander of Sylvia's New Age Info Center, humorously questioning the aristocratic past lives of those who have had past life experiences.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue revolve around UFO abductions, the psychological impact of these experiences (specifically PTSD), and the community surrounding UFO research and contactee events like 'Jorpah.' The editorial stance, as expressed by Aileen Bringle, is one of empathy and support for abductees, emphasizing the reality and trauma of their experiences, regardless of their objective origin. There is a strong sense of community within UFOCCI, with appreciation for Associate Directors and a shared interest in uncovering the truth behind paranormal phenomena. The issue also reflects a critical view of governmental secrecy and manipulation, as suggested by the review of MATRIX II and the letters to the editor.

Title: The Morning News Tribune
Issue Date: Thursday, July 19, 1990
Content Focus: This issue primarily covers a bizarre incident involving six U.S. soldiers who deserted their posts in West Germany, believing in an alien-driven 'End of the World' scenario. It also delves into the emerging field of micotechnology and its military implications, and reports on various UFO sightings from Europe.

Six Soldiers Face Desertion Charges

The lead story details the case of six U.S. soldiers, members of the 701st Military Intelligence Brigade stationed in Augsburg, West Germany, who disappeared and were later apprehended in Gulf Breeze, Florida. According to friends and acquaintances, these soldiers were part of a group that believed in an offshoot Christian belief called the "rapture," but with a twist: they believed Jesus was an alien who would return in a spaceship to take the chosen to a science fiction-style heaven. One friend, Stan Johnson, described the belief as "Jesus Christ drives a spaceship." The soldiers were convinced that aliens had chosen them to be present when Earth was reclaimed. They left a note containing biblical references and the words "End of the World." The group, which included one woman, were detained by Gulf Breeze police after their van was stopped, revealing one of them was AWOL. The Pentagon stated that national security was not compromised and that this did not appear to be an espionage case. The soldiers held top-secret security clearances and were intelligence analysts. The military newspaper "Stars and Stripes" reported that the soldiers had told fellow soldiers they were headed for Florida to find the "Antichrist." Before leaving, they reportedly burned books and records and gave away possessions. The incident triggered a counter-intelligence investigation.

Micotechnology: The Military's Microtech Dream

An article by Bernd Debusmann, Reuter, explores the burgeoning field of micotechnology and its potential military applications. Scientists are experimenting with machines so small they can barely be seen, leading military planners to consider their use in future warfare. Researchers at UC Berkeley have created a silicon motor the width of a hair, and AT&T Bell Laboratories has developed a tiny, four-legged mechanical bug. Japan's Tokyo University is working on a "bloodstream submarine" for inspecting or excising diseased tissue. Johns Hopkins University has developed a pill containing a silicon thermometer and transmitter. Charles Petty, a former Pentagon official, suggests that microrobots could be used to "inflict control over a subject" or be placed inside computer circuits as "sleeper" spies, activated by radar impulses. Gnat-sized airborne robots with infra-red sensors could locate enemy troops, and by the early 21st century, machines smaller than pinheads could power thousands of robots for patrolling security areas. The article notes that while the U.S. is a leader, Japan and West Germany are also investing heavily in microtechnology research. German researchers are using X-rays to etch three-dimensional structures for tiny movable parts. The challenges include lubricating and cooling these microdevices, and some U.S. scientists are working on machines that could build products atom by atom.

UFO Sightings and Investigations

Several articles and reports detail UFO sightings and related investigations:

UFOs: Area Group Examines the Possibilities of Existence

Nellvergne Zajac, writing for the UFO CCI organization, discusses the phenomenon of alien beings on Earth. She notes that aliens are believed to have come to study Earth people, gather animals, and plants. Sightings date back to World War II, with the first public sighting in 1947 near Mt. Rainier. A treaty was allegedly signed in 1964 between alien governments and the U.S. government. Various alien types are described, including grey beings with large eyes, humanoids with no necks, reptilian types, and tall, thin beings with one or three eyes. The article suggests that aliens may have brought Bigfoot, green fogs, time warps, and the ability to project dimensional figures. They are believed to take animals for food, humans for DNA and breeding, and souls. They leave confusion, anxiety, and broken people. The article posits that governments are not protecting citizens and may be colluding with aliens, referred to as "the GROUP," in a "master plan."

Mystery Object Amid the Chromosomes

A letter to the editor of NATURE VOL #323 (Sept. 25, 1986) from Churchill Hospital, Oxford, UK, describes a tiny object found in prenatal diagnosis samples, resembling a fragmented crossword. The authors question if it's a man-made device or a naturally occurring substance, noting it doesn't seem appropriate for amniotic fluid.

Antelope Valley UFO Sightings

Sherry Roush reports on a newly formed local chapter of the UFO Contact Center International in Antelope Valley, California. Members share experiences of seeing UFOs without fear of ridicule. Bill Hamilton, a UFO researcher, identifies the area as a high "concentration area" for UFO activity due to the presence of military and aerospace facilities. Sightings described include glowing gold objects, a boomerang-shaped spaceship, and a saucer-shaped UFO. The article mentions the possibility of up to 70 different races of aliens with various craft types. It also notes that some sightings are misinterpretations of experimental aircraft or planets.

Reports from Holland

Several articles from Holland detail UFO sightings:

• November 29: A strange, platform-like object without visible support, with blinking white lights, was observed hanging in place and then moving southward.
• April 11: A couple from Maaseth filmed a light-giving ball that seemed to rotate around its own axle.
• January 27: In Meerhaut, three girls and their companions observed a large, round, dark silhouette object with a red light and smaller white and orange lights, which descended slowly and seemed to swing before landing.
• April 22-23: Several triangles with lights on the corners and a red blinking light in the center were seen. Two laborers reported seeing enormous searchlights.

Idle Humming and Vague Memory

A couple in Kempen reported observing a low, monotonous humming object with a blue light in front and white lights in the back, with a broad stripe of orange-yellow lights and a rotating red light underneath. The object moved slowly. Another report describes a triangle form with lights, and a red light underneath. The observers felt a sense of normalcy and did not feel afraid.

Report from Buffalo, Wyoming UFOCCI

Sheri Gould reports on the 11th Annual Rocky Mountain Conference on UFO Investigation held at the University of Wyoming. Approximately 150 people attended from the U.S., Canada, and Europe. Workshops covered topics like reincarnation, UFO experiences, and support groups for families of experiencers. Speakers included Dr. Michael Grosso on "UFOs and the Millennium," Ann Druffel on "Contact Control," and Dr. Jim Deardorff on the "Talmud Immanuel," which he claims contains interpretations of the origin of the New Testament and UFOs. Dr. Ravni-Leena Luukanen-Kilde spoke on "European UFO Experiences." A top-secret document from South Africa regarding a craft shot down was mentioned. The report also notes sightings of "cloud ships" over Laramie and "Beings of Light" at the conference. The journey to and from the conference involved sightings of a "huge transport tube (portal)" and "cloud ships."

Belgian Planes Tracking UFOs

A brief report from Brussels, Belgium, states that the Belgian Air Force has joined scores of Belgians in reporting UFO sightings. Two air force F-16 fighters tracked a UFO that "exceeded the limits of conventional aviation."

Underground Alien/UFO Bases in the USA

A section with maps of Georgia indicates that a special technique has been developed to locate sites of deep underground Alien/UFO bases in the U.S.A. Two such facilities are being researched in Georgia, similar to the Groom Lake site in Nevada. A "collusion factor" may exist at these locations, with individuals at Fort Benning and Stone Mountain, Georgia, possibly having direct knowledge of activities within these bases. UFO researchers are encouraged to investigate.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are the intersection of military intelligence, belief systems (cults, religious interpretations of alien contact), and the unexplained phenomena of UFOs and extraterrestrial encounters. The magazine presents a wide range of reported sightings and experiences, from the bizarre desertion of soldiers to detailed accounts of UFO observations in Europe and the U.S. There's a clear interest in the potential military applications of advanced technology, including micotechnology. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry into these subjects, presenting information from various sources, including official reports, personal accounts, and research organizations, without necessarily endorsing every claim but encouraging further investigation. The inclusion of the "Mystery object amid the chromosomes" letter and the discussion of potential underground alien bases suggest a broad scope of interest within the UFO and paranormal community.