Missing Link - 1990 10 - no 96

Magazine Overview

Title: THE MISSING LINK
Issue: Number 96
Date: October 1990
Publisher: UFO CONTACT CENTER INTERNATIONAL (UFOCCI)
Price: $1.50

This issue of The Missing Link, dated October 1990, features a striking cover image of a beam of light, accompanied by the headline "Can anybody square up the circles?". The magazine delves into various phenomena, including crop circles, alleged alien encounters, and New Age conferences.

Cover Story: Crop Circles

The lead article, "Can anybody square up the circles?" by Sinclair McKay, explores the phenomenon of crop circles, which have been appearing with increasing regularity, particularly in Wiltshire, England. The article highlights the intense debate surrounding their origin, with hundreds appearing in Wiltshire alone during the current year. Dr. Terence Meaden of the Tornado and Storm Research Organisation presents his theory that the circles are caused by localized, electrified dust-charged whirlwinds. He notes that while this might explain simple circles, more complex patterns remain baffling. The article also mentions other theories, including fungal growth, soil disorder, animal activity, elaborate hoaxes, and the possibility of descending flying saucers. Enthusiasts Colin Andrews and Pat Delgado are quoted as believing the circles are the work of an 'intelligence,' citing a particularly complex formation with concentric rings and a possible 'arm' extending from a circle. The article touches on the mystical atmosphere of places like Alton Barnes, a frequent site for these formations.

Art and the Desert: The Alvord Desert Pictograph

An article by Jeff Barnard reports on a large Hindu meditation symbol, a sriyantra, discovered plowed into the dry lake bed of the Alvord Desert in southeastern Oregon. Sheriff Dave Glerup of Harney County suggests that artists passing through the area were responsible for creating the intricate design, which measures a quarter mile across. While the sheriff views it as an artistic endeavor, the U.S. Bureau of Land Management considers it an unauthorized use of public lands. The symbol was discovered by an Idaho Air National Guard pilot and identified by the wife of a military photo technician. Local residents noted seeing men working in the desert with a plow. The design is described as precise and complex, featuring concentric circles and graduated triangles.

Personal Accounts of Encounters

Abduction Experience

A letter from Debbie B. of Kansas City, MO, describes a childhood abduction experience. She and her brother witnessed a bullet-shaped silver craft hovering silently over their backyard electric lines. The craft had no windows and small, circular lumps on its middle. It moved in one direction and then changed course northward. Debbie is seeking information about this type of craft and the aliens involved, and is asking other readers to share their experiences.

Telepathic Communication with Extraterrestrials

Bruce A. Smith shares a profound experience in an article titled "REFLECTIONS ON ABDUCTIONS BY AN ABDUCTEE." He questions the nature of alien cross-breeding programs, describing them as rape and manipulative. Smith recounts an experience where he was meditating on his porch and four human-like figures materialized. They communicated telepathically, explaining that they were on 'vacation' and could adopt appearances appropriate to the life forms they encountered. They explained their advanced science, including anti-gravity techniques and a system for monitoring 'hostile or aggressive thought-patterns' on Earth. They also mentioned that beings from their world are present on Earth to teach and exchange information. Smith's experience concluded with the beings vibrating and dematerializing.

A Different Kind of Encounter

Another letter, submitted by Bruce Waller, details an experience from May 1975 in Fort Wayne, Indiana. The writer was studying martial arts and meditation when he observed four human-like shapes that slowly materialized, gaining body and color. He communicated with an older man who explained they were vacationing and could take on appropriate appearances. The two young men with them were friends of the daughter. They explained their use of solar energy and anti-gravity techniques for travel and their world's policing system. They also suggested that Earth's life forms are like a 'laboratory experiment.' The beings eventually vibrated and dematerialized.

Conferences and Events

Jorpah and Phoenix New Age Conference

Alleen, Director of UFOCCI, reports on the Jorpah event and the Phoenix New Age Conference. The Jorpah was well-attended, featuring performances by the Tahla allbeck dancers and singer Vikki Richard. The event included a eulogy for Stacy Borland, an Associate Director who was murdered. The Outstanding Associate Director of the Year award was presented to Lozanna Elwood. The Phoenix conference, organized by Inner Light of New York City and Tim Beckley, was attended by many UFOCCI Associate Directors and other notable figures in the New Age and UFO communities, including Dora Ruffner, Ed Conroy, Kevin (a filmmaker), Carlos Mendoza, Chip Eggerton, Joann Parks, Betty and Bob Luca, Jackie Blue, Bill Hermann III, and Ray Jordan. Several attendees decided to start new UFOCCI centers in various cities.

Gulf Breeze Sightings and a Bizarre Bust

Jim Moseley spoke about the Gulf Breeze sightings at the conference. Unfortunately, the tape of his talk was blank, mirroring the loss of his luggage. Moseley also recounted an incident where an unusual alien bust was placed in his motel room, raising concerns about security.

Betty Andreasson Luca's Workshop

Betty Andreasson Luca and her husband Bob shared information in a workshop, including a tape of Betty speaking under hypnosis ten years prior, with an alien voice preceding her speech. The alien language on the tape reportedly had a profound effect on the attendees.

Other Sightings and Reports

Flashing Lights in Nebraska

A report from the Daily Quill details a sighting of flashing, multi-colored lights in Nebraska on a Thursday night. Onlookers described the lights as moving quietly and parallel to the ground, with some suggesting a metallic object at the head of the lights. The phenomenon was compared to a fireworks display.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently features personal accounts of UFO sightings, alien encounters, and abduction experiences, often with a focus on the unexplained and the search for truth. There is a strong emphasis on the UFO Contact Center International (UFOCCI) and its network of associate directors and members. The editorial stance appears to be open to exploring these phenomena, providing a platform for individuals to share their stories and theories, while also acknowledging the skepticism and debate surrounding them. The recurring theme of alien intelligence, cross-breeding programs, and advanced extraterrestrial technology is prominent throughout the issue. The magazine also highlights the growing interest in these topics, as evidenced by the attendance at conferences and the formation of new centers.

This issue of UFO Magazine, dated July 20, 1990, delves into the intriguing subject of underground worlds and their potential connections to extraterrestrial phenomena and ancient mysteries. The cover story, "REALITY OF THE UNDERGROUND WORLD" by Jon Singer, explores various reported underground structures and legends across the United States.

Personal Reflections on UFO Experiences

The issue opens with a letter from Kristy to Aileen, reflecting on how her reality has been turned upside down by her UFO experiences. She expresses uncertainty about what to believe but emphasizes the importance of not surrendering too much control to the unknown and avoiding premature interpretations. Kristy advocates for a cautious, thoughtful approach, urging readers to be aware of their own perceptual biases and to avoid assuming anything as fact due to a desperation for answers. She quotes Eve Arno from The Star Beacon, advising to "Be watchful. Be thoughtful. Hear beyond words. See beyond appearance. Don't be caught unaware. Be like the cat that lands on Its feet."

Kristy recounts a personal experience of observing what she describes as "space debris" that appeared as two "streamers" of light moving silently and parallel to the ground, with a metallic front and a small round red light. She called the Associated Press, which had received numerous calls about the phenomenon.

Extraterrestrial Communication Methods

Richard T. Woodmaster's article, "EXTRATERRESTRIAL MULTIWAVE BEAM COMMUNICATION," explores how to establish direct contact with extraterrestrials (ETs). He hypothesizes that communication is determined by one's level of consciousness and can occur through various symbolic forms. Woodmaster suggests telepathy, a process of transferring thoughts into colors, numbers, tones, symbols, and concepts, as a primary method used by advanced races, referred to as the "Solex Mal" or "Solar Tongue." He also notes that ETs may contact individuals at a level they can accept, such as through UFO sightings, intuitive visions, or dreams. Beyond telepathy, Woodmaster mentions the historical use of shortwave radio, light beams, tensor beams, and ionized radar beams for communication, with some contacts even made via television. He advises that successful contact often depends on selecting the right method, time, and location, and emphasizes the importance of trust, open-mindedness, and readiness for service.

The Underground World: Tunnels and Legends

Jon Singer's extensive article, "REALITY OF THE UNDERGROUND WORLD," investigates numerous reports of underground tunnels and structures across the United States:

• Goshen, Massachusetts: Mysterious stone-lined tunnels and a shaft, possibly ancient, are described. While some suggest the "Underground Railroad" used them, the article clarifies this was a symbolic term for aiding escaping slaves, not a literal subway system. These tunnels are compared to similar ones in Europe used by megalithic tribes.
• Milford, Connecticut: A similar drystone tunnel, 200 feet long, was discovered during a sewer project, again leading to speculation about the Underground Railroad.
• Mt. Pharaoh, New York: A legend of a cave with hieroglyphs and gold disks, possibly evidence of pre-Columbian voyages or Atlantean artifacts, is recounted.
• New York City: Reports include a possible ancient stone chamber beneath Broadway and 48th Street, and a gigantic cavern discovered by Con Edison during excavation in East River Park. The article also touches upon Richard Shaver's belief that malfunctioning Atlantean robots called Deros live underground and cause odd happenings.
• Washington, D.C.: Rumors of a tunnel complex under the Octagon House, with connections to the White House and the Potomac River, are discussed. These are suggested to be part of a much older network constructed by colonists from Atlantis, though the sources are noted as two unidentified psychics.
• "Atlantean" Tunnels in Washington: Bruce Walton's research is cited, suggesting these tunnels are used by a secret cult acting as a shadow government, in contact with "Star People" from Sirius who provide occult power and advanced technology.
• New Jersey Tunnels: Two mysteries are highlighted: one with a weird light appearing from it on schedule, linked to a legendary Dutch and Indian silver mine, and another recent tunnel discovered in Robert Morris's yard, leading to a 30-foot deep mine.

Family Sees Flying Saucers

A retold article by Charles House from the Press-Gazette (June 26, 1959) details an encounter on the shore of Lake Huron. A man reported that a small island offshore was a frequent landing place for flying saucers. He claimed to have seen them land and take off many times with his wife and son. Shockingly, he stated he knew one of the beings, describing them as human-like, English-speaking, tall, strong, and long-lived, originating from Venus. These beings, he explained, wish to spread peace and are interested in humanity's interplanetary travel attempts, concerned about potential conflicts arising from territorial claims.

Other Mentions

The issue also includes a brief note about the A-12 medium attack aircraft and an advertisement for UFO CCI commemorative T-shirts. A short piece by T. Good from TODAY newspaper in London (July 20, 1990) mentions a new crop circle pattern in Wiltshire resembling a weather chart.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue revolve around the unexplained, particularly UFO phenomena, ancient underground structures, and the possibility of hidden realities and extraterrestrial influence. There's a strong emphasis on critical thinking, personal experience, and cautious interpretation, as highlighted in Kristy's letter and Woodmaster's article on communication. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry into these subjects, encouraging readers to share their experiences and to remain watchful and thoughtful in their pursuit of understanding the unknown, while cautioning against speculation and manipulation. The exploration of underground mysteries suggests a belief in hidden histories and potentially advanced, non-human intelligences interacting with or influencing Earth.