Missing Link - 1992 10 - no 121

Magazine Overview

Title: THE MISSING LINK
Issue: Number 121
Volume: 12
Date: October 1992
Publisher: UFOCCI (UFO Contact Center International)
Price: $2.95

This issue of The Missing Link delves into various aspects of UFO phenomena, with a striking cover story about headless human-like figures observed by Russian children. The magazine also features a comprehensive report on Canadian UFO activity, personal accounts of sightings, and reflections on the study of UFOs.

Cover Story: Headless Human-Like Figures Seen by Russian Children

The cover prominently features the headline "HEADLESS HUMAN-LIKE FIGURES SEEN BY RUSSIAN CHILDREN," accompanied by an illustration of stylized, headless humanoid figures in a desolate landscape. This suggests a significant article within the issue detailing these specific encounters.

Canadian UFO Report 1990 - 1992

By Lorne Goldfader of the UFO Research Institute of Canada, this extensive report covers UFO activity across Canada between 1990 and 1992. Canada is described as a vast country with a developing UFO reporting system, with reports submitted to the National Research Council in Ottawa. The report highlights the work of Chris Rutkowski, a notable Canadian researcher on Crop Circles. Statistics from 1990 and 1991 indicate 194 and 165 reports received, respectively, though Goldfader estimates only 10% of actual sightings are reported.

• Key incidents detailed include:
• Ontario: A family witnessed "craft" near a swamp emitting loud cricket-like sounds, and encountered a large bat-like creature.
• Quebec and New Brunswick: Eight colored rings were reported accelerating and slowing down on January 17, 1990. Unusual aerial phenomena were also observed in Montreal.
• British Columbia: Sightings occurred in the Thrums and Castlegar area between 1989-1991, coinciding with a circles phenomenon in Dawson Creek. Power surges and blackouts were noted, with the environmental ministry suggesting "electroshock equipment" as a cause.
• East Coast Provinces: On August 22, 1990, a bright light was seen, and an object resembling an "ice cream cone" landed in Ebenezer, Prince Edward Island, observed by the Yeo family and the RCMP.
• Alberta: A complex crop circle pattern was reported in Coalhurst on August 31, 1991.
• Northern New Brunswick: A UFO was seen hovering close to the ground in the spring of 1992, video-taped and submitted for analysis.
• Hatzic, British Columbia: Mass sightings of UFOs occurred from August to September 1987.

A survey conducted by UFORIC from 1989-1992 revealed interesting witness demographics and experiences, including a high percentage of witnesses with relatives in the armed forces, a majority being female, and 35% showing symptoms of abduction.

Personal Accounts and Reflections

Dear Aileen: Letters and Contributions

• June Scherrer (Tucson Associate Director): Expresses deep gratitude for honors received at Jorpah 1992, acknowledging the importance of UFOCCI and the support of Ted Lomans. She received the Stayce Borland Memorial Award for Outstanding Associate Director of the Year.
• Awards: The issue lists several award recipients for their contributions to UFOCCI, including Cary Dickey (investigative work), Bob Shiepe (Humanitarian Service Award), Claudia Sanderson (Hostess of 1992 Jorpah), Matthew Thuney (group leadership), Ted Loman (Public Awareness), Artie Simari (Service to UFOCCI), Lozanna Elwood (Outstanding Service Award), and Cliff Stone (Public Awareness).
• George Friedrich: Goldie King reports on George Friedrich, who encountered a man with unusual physical characteristics (long fingers, cold hands, odd hair shape) and a lack of awareness of local places. Friedrich lives near water where UFOs are reportedly seen.
• Vivioli: A contactee reports ongoing communication with extraterrestrial life since late 1988, describing their advanced technology and the potential for a new science. Vivioli also enclosed "glyphs" for interpretation.
• Corey Wolfe ("The Gist of It"): Reflects on the motivations and intentions behind studying UFOs, suggesting that obsession can overshadow daily life. Wolfe emphasizes the importance of being a good example and offering an unjudgmental ear to those interested in the subject. He shares an experience where his honest, non-confrontational approach led someone to believe him, concluding that admitting the possibility of truth and knowing others share similar feelings can open minds.

A Memorable Sighting of a Frighteningly Weird "Road Runner" by Nigel Watson

This article, an exchange from Scotland's The Journal of Strange Phenomena Investigations, details a sighting by Robert Holmes and Sally Jensen in Worral District, West Sheffield, England, in 1977. They observed a metallic blue Ford Capri followed by a bright orange, dome-shaped light. A large, broad figure with a white haze, fuzzy hair, and furry boots was silhouetted within the light. The phenomenon approached their car at high speed, causing their car radio to emit only static. The light and figure disappeared abruptly when they reached the end of the lane. The witnesses were frightened and considered the possibility of a projection. The article includes notes and references, and a sketch of the figure and light by Sally Jensen.

UFO Art by Kevin R. Danzey

Kevin R. Danzey, a freelance writer and independent film maker, began creating paintings of UFOs and aliens in 1990. His interest in UFOs was sparked in the mid-sixties. He has a background in journalism and filmmaking, having made nearly sixty short films and worked on special effects for films. His interest in UFOs intensified after rediscovering books and magazines on the subject and studying 1950s contactees like George Adamski. Danzey is currently producing his first feature-length motion picture, a science fiction thriller.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The issue consistently explores themes of UFO sightings, encounters with unusual beings, and the personal impact of these experiences. There's an emphasis on witness testimony, the challenges of reporting and investigating UFO phenomena, and the psychological aspects of belief and experience. The magazine appears to be a platform for sharing diverse accounts, from official reports to personal reflections and artistic interpretations, fostering a community interested in the unexplained. The editorial stance seems to be one of open inquiry, encouraging readers to consider various possibilities and share their own interpretations, as evidenced by the call for interpretation of Vivioli's glyphs and the discussion on the nature of projections in the sighting report.

This issue of The Missing Link, Number 121, dated October 1992, features a cover story titled "TO ERR IS ALIEN" by Preston E. Dennett, a MUFON Field Investigator. The magazine delves into the phenomenon of UFO abductions, with a particular focus on the concept of 'missing time' and the idea that extraterrestrials are not infallible, often making mistakes in their interactions with humans.

"To Err Is Alien" by Preston E. Dennett

Dennett's article explores the common theme of missing time in abduction accounts, suggesting that aliens intentionally impose amnesia on witnesses. However, he highlights instances where aliens make errors, such as returning abductees to the wrong locations or beds. These mistakes, Dennett argues, provide crucial clues for investigators and suggest that aliens may not fully understand human memory or investigative capabilities.

The article presents several cases to illustrate this point:

• Patti Price Case (October 16, 1973): In the Midwest, Patti Price and her six children experienced a UFO abduction. Amnesia was imposed on most, but the children were found sleeping in the wrong beds, indicating a possible alien error.
• North Dakota Abduction (August 26, 1975): Sandra Larson, her daughter Jackie, and a friend, Larry Mahoney, were abducted while driving. They lost an hour of time, and Jackie was found sitting in the middle of the back seat instead of the front.
• Susan T. Case: A woman experienced missing time while standing in the ocean at Zuma Beach, California, with a sudden increase in water depth indicating the event.
• Keith Boyer Case (1982): While driving in California's Central Valley, Keith Boyer and a friend encountered a UFO. Keith's memory blacked out, and he later recalled a beam hitting them, with his friend driving afterward.

Dennett concludes that these subtle errors are vital clues that help identify probable abductions and prove that they are physical events, not just mental ones. He suggests that aliens may underestimate human investigative power or simply be unaware of their mistakes.

"Changes Within" by Alyce Strain, Editor

Alyce Strain, the editor, reflects on a personal feeling of a "subtle stirring deep within," suggesting a need for introspection and a connection to one's soul or spirit. She discusses the awareness of the physical world's hold and the importance of "within time" for peace and stress reduction. Strain also touches upon the role of "space brothers" (aliens) in monitoring humanity's awakening and their potential influence on Earth's future.

"Dosceoma Speaks"

This section features a channeled message from "Dosceoma," Alyce's contact. Dosceoma states that their people exercise influence where needed but generally allow free will. They consider humans "special breed of humans" and "manifestations of gods." Dosceoma expresses sadness that many humans misuse their power and continue to "sleep," and pledges to continue efforts to awaken those who are asleep until a "Great Transition."

"UFOs, ETs AND YOU" by Tom Dongo

This section includes letters from readers and Dongo's responses. The main letter is from Jean Fanelli in Connecticut, who shares a childhood "close encounter" experience involving images on the wall and a feeling of being pinned down. She expresses outrage at government cover-ups and the public's dismissal of such experiences. Fanelli advocates for a network to support experiencers and calls for a release of information.

Dongo responds by acknowledging the common tone of puzzlement, fear, and curiosity in reader letters. He believes there is a pattern in UFO and alien encounters, suggesting they are not merely fear-based but can have tragic human consequences. He also discusses the concept of "screen memory," where fictitious events replace real ones, and how aliens might use this to shield humans from traumatic realities.

"More Strange Occurrences" by Tom Dongo

Dongo recounts a dramatic UFO sighting in Sedona, Arizona, on May 10, 1992. He describes observing a fast-moving object with airplane-like landing lights that picked up speed and flashed before vanishing. He estimates its altitude and speed, noting that other residents also witnessed the event. Dongo also shares a peculiar experience of hearing a loud, swarm-like buzzing sound in Long Canyon, which he could not visually identify as bees, suggesting a possible paranormal or unusual phenomenon.

"Repeated Formation Sightings" by Anonymous

This lengthy account is from an anonymous technical professional who has witnessed numerous UFO sightings over thirteen years, primarily in the intermountain West. The witness describes formations of soft, luminescent-white objects, often described as small diamonds, deltas, or "V" shapes, moving with incredible speed and precision.

Key aspects of these sightings include:

• Formation Variety: Objects appear in groups of varying numbers, from small clusters to massive formations of fifty to seventy abreast.
• Movement: The objects exhibit "flowing" movements, appearing to treat atmosphere and gravity as minor inconveniences, and are capable of incredible speeds.
• Lack of Conventional Characteristics: They do not resemble birds, do not glow in the dark, and cannot move at such incredible speeds. They do not hover, make sharp right-angle turns, or have blinking lights.
• Specific Incidents: The witness details sightings in Idaho Falls (1979, 1980) and Salt Lake City (1990, 1991), including a "V" formation of thirteen identically-shaped ellipses observed in Salt Lake City.
• Timing and Location: Sightings often occur at night, with formations typically approaching from the Northeast and returning from the Southwest. Some sightings occurred near the Bingham Copper Mine and even passed through controlled airspace.
• Color Perception: In 1992, the witness began to perceive shades of color, ranging from soft-white to amber or light orange.
• Blinking Phenomenon: Some witnesses report UFOs "blinking in" or "blinking out" during sightings.

The anonymous author emphasizes that withholding this information would hinder the solving of the UFO phenomenon and encourages others with similar experiences to come forward.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are the fallibility of aliens in abduction scenarios, the significance of subtle clues left behind, and the ongoing mystery of UFO sightings, particularly formations. The magazine's stance appears to be one of open inquiry into these phenomena, presenting witness accounts and expert analysis without definitive conclusions but encouraging further investigation and disclosure. There is a consistent emphasis on the physical reality of these events and the need for a broader understanding of extraterrestrial interaction.

Title: The Missing Link
Issue: 121
Date: October 1992
Publisher: UFO Contact Center International
Country: USA
Language: English

This issue of The Missing Link, dated October 1992, features a prominent article detailing a "CLOSE ENCOUNTER IN RUSSIA" by investigator Igor Baturin. The magazine also includes articles on space exploration and broader philosophical reflections on consciousness.

Close Encounter in Russia

The main article recounts an incident that occurred on July 6, 1989, near Kharovsk in the Vologotskiy Region of Russia. The account is based on the testimonies of several children, with Sergey Beliaevskiy (12 years old) identified as the principal witness. The event began when the children noticed a kite hovering in the sky. While observing it, they noticed a small, yellow-orange, luminescent point of light that rapidly grew in size and descended.

The object, described as having a round shape with serrated edges and two hemispheres that separated vertically, landed near some bushes. From the opened craft, a humanlike figure emerged. This figure was described as very tall (comparable to a middle-sized bus but very thin), wearing a gray coverall with black bootlike attire. A bright yellow luminous disk was visible on its chest. The alien's movement was unnatural, robot-like, with knees that did not bend. The figure moved away from the landed craft and disappeared.

Following the initial event, several other similar objects appeared and underwent similar evolutions, with aliens emerging from some but not all. The witnesses also reported seeing a woman dressed in red walking along a road, whom they tried to warn about the alien. The woman, however, did not hear them and disappeared herself.

Approximately one and a half months later, a group of UFO investigators from Moscow, led by Mr. Melkhiker, arrived in Kharovsk. They arranged to hypnotize the children to gather more detailed accounts. During the hypnosis, the story was repeated, and further details emerged. Sergey Beliaevskiy described the alien's head as having three antennas with tiny silver balls and a mouth like a triangle. He also described seeing three aliens inside the spaceship, noting their extreme thinness.

Sketches accompanying the article, created by the witnesses, depicted the UFO, the alien's attire, and even the interior of the spaceship, including a steering console. The investigators attempted to locate the woman in red but found she had no memory of the event, with Mr. Melkhiker suggesting a 'prohibition' in her brain. Later that night, a different UFO, described as a reddish cone-shaped object, was seen hovering over the woman's home.

The article also provides a description of the locality, noting the presence of a brook, sulphur-hydrogen springs, and high-tension wires. It states that UFOs visit the area often and that no physical or thermal traces were found at the landing site. A timetable details the sequence of events, including the appearance, descent, landing, alien emergence, and disappearance of the objects.

Other Articles and Sections

Beyond the main Russian encounter, the magazine includes several other pieces:

• A-X attack aircraft needs agility: This section discusses the U.S. Navy's planned A-X attack aircraft and the need for agility due to stealth countermeasures, citing Rear Adm. Riley Mixon.
• Mystery plane may launch satellites: This article speculates about a large unidentified aircraft potentially being part of a system to launch small payloads into orbit, referencing Aviation Week & Space Technology.
• Human cells to be grown in space: NASA's plans to grow human cells in micro-gravity on space shuttle Mission 54 are discussed, with the goal of understanding cell specialization, as reported by Aviation Week.
• Kristy's Thoughts and Experiences: This is a continuation of a personal reflection by Kristy Buckles, exploring themes of consciousness, time lapses, and the perception of reality. Buckles discusses how experiences are shaping her view of the world and the need for openness and surrender to change. She touches on the idea that our sensory perceptions are limited and that a deeper transformation is occurring.
• International Mars mission proposed: This article outlines a joint effort between Stanford University and Russian experts to define an international mission to Mars, with a projected cost of $70 billion and a target launch in 2009. The European Space Agency and Japan are also involved.
• Japan leading hypersonic engine effort: This piece details Japan's $330-million program to develop advanced aircraft technology, focusing on materials and propulsion for Mach 5-class hypersonic aircraft, with participation from major aerospace companies.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently explores UFO phenomena, alien encounters, and related investigations, as exemplified by the lead article. There is a strong emphasis on witness testimony and the process of investigation, including the use of techniques like hypnosis. Additionally, the publication delves into broader themes of consciousness, perception, and the potential for human transformation, as seen in Kristy Buckles's personal reflections. The inclusion of articles on advanced aerospace technology and space exploration suggests an interest in the intersection of the unknown with scientific and technological progress. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry into unexplained phenomena and the exploration of human experience and consciousness.

This document contains two pages from what appears to be a UFO-themed publication. The first page is a collage of black and white photographs, with a prominent cartoon-style image and headline: "Smilin' Ted's Used Saucer Sales." The second page is an advertisement for "UFOCCI" branded satin jackets.

Page 1: Photographic Collage and Cover Elements

The first page features a collection of photographs, suggesting it might be the cover or an interior spread. The central visual element is a cartoon illustration of two astronauts, with one figure holding a sign that reads "Smilin' Ted's Used Saucer Sales." This headline is also repeated in large text. Other photographs on this page show various individuals, some in what appear to be event settings, possibly related to UFO conventions or meetings. One image shows a woman standing at a podium with a computer monitor behind her, and text that includes "UFO O." Another photo depicts a man with a beard and glasses, holding a certificate. A group of people are shown with camera equipment, including tripods and cameras.

Page 2: Advertisement for UFOCCI Jackets

The second page is a full-page advertisement for a company called "UFOCCI." The advertisement promotes a "Beautiful Satin Jacket Representing the UFOCCI 'UFOCCI & LOGO' Printed on Back." It details the jacket's material (Solid Nylon Satin with cotton flannel lining), features (raglan sleeves, solid color stretch rib collar, cuffs, and waist), and available colors (Black, Red, Royal, Silver, White, Navy, Lt. Blue). Sizing information is provided in chest inches, ranging from XS (32-34) to XXL (46). The advertisement emphasizes that "ALL JACKETS ARE MADE IN AMERICA." The price is listed as $45.00 plus $3.00 shipping, with an additional $3.00 charge for XXL sizes. The delivery time is estimated at 6-8 weeks.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The content strongly suggests a focus on UFO phenomena, alien culture, and related merchandise. The "Smilin' Ted's Used Saucer Sales" implies a commercial or perhaps humorous aspect to UFO culture, while the UFOCCI jacket advertisement points to merchandise and branding within this niche. The overall tone appears to be informative and promotional, catering to an audience interested in UFOs and potentially extraterrestrial subjects.