MUFON Arizona - 1994 07 18 - Vol 03 No 07

Magazine Overview

This is the July 1994 issue of the MUFON Arizona Chapter newsletter, titled "MUFON ARIZONA CHAPTER" with the volume and issue number "Volume 3 / Issue 7." The cover date is Monday, July 18, 1994, and the publication is from the USA. The main cover headline is "12 U.S. SENATORS ARE SPACE ALIENS!" accompanied by smaller articles about a 'miracle girl,' 'Bracula,' and a college student killed by a wrestling machine.

From the Director's Desk

Ray Maurer, State Director, opens the newsletter with an apology for a previous meeting's scheduling issues and thanks members for their appreciation of his presentation on the Monroe Institute. He reflects on nearly fifty years of UFO research, noting that questions have become more complex, with phenomena like shape-shifting craft, abductions, and government cover-ups defying logic. Maurer discusses his trip to the Monroe Institute to explore the idea of a non-physical reality, inspired by member claims of alien contact, channeled information, and psychic abilities. He concludes that experiencing a non-physical reality is a learnable process and encourages looking at all avenues to understand the UFO phenomenon.

New Section Directors Named

Tom Kuszelewicz has been appointed Section Director for Pima County, replacing Bob Dean. Doris Barley is confirmed as the Section Director for the Yuma area, with her correct telephone number provided. The newsletter requests that meeting notices and activities from other Arizona MUFON groups be submitted.

Media Watch

This section provides a listing of recent television, radio, and newspaper programs related to the UFO topic. It notes that timely notification is often difficult. Programs mentioned include a crop circle report on Phoenix TV stations, Glen Campbell's radio program featuring Area 51, local access cable shows like "UFO-AZ/UFO TALKS," and fictional series "Encounters" and "X Files" on FOX Channel 15. The radio program "Dreamland" on KFYI is also highlighted. A Showtime movie, "Roswell," about the 1947 crash, is announced for July 31. The MUFON Journal's June issue featuring a photo by Ed Walters and Omni Magazine's six-part article "Cosmic Conspiracy" are also mentioned. A "NEWS FLASH" announces the resumption of the TV program "Sightings" on September 5.

Q&A

A question from Kathy Morgan in Austin, Texas, asks about the cause of an odor of death emitted from bodies in hospital emergency rooms. The answer details the baffling case of Gloria Ramirez in California, who emitted toxic fumes and an ammonia-like smell from her blood, with an autopsy failing to find conclusive evidence.

Art Bell Program

In addition to Bill Strauss on KTAR, Art Bell's "Coast to Coast" program is mentioned as originating near Area 51 and airing nightly. Callers frequently discuss UFOs, and guests like Richard Hoagland and Richard Hall have appeared. The "Dreamland" program on KFYI is also noted for its UFO discussions.

July Tucson MUFON Meeting

Details are provided for a Tucson Chapter meeting on July 24, hosted by Thomas Kuszelewicz, focusing on UFOs.

Calendar

Upcoming events include Michael Lindemann's lecture "Coming of Age in the Cosmic Neighborhood" on July 16, the World Update Conference in Tucson featuring Bob Dean in August, the Midwest Conference of UFO Research in Springfield, MO, from September 9-11, and the Second Gulf Breeze UFO Conference in Pensacola, FL, from October 14-16.

Recent UFO Sightings

Reports include a caller from west Phoenix observing oddly behaving lights over the mountains on June 21, and another caller on June 22 observing three small white lights in a triangular formation that changed color and exhibited odd turns. The observer's mention of fir trees on the mountain was puzzling as the area is known for desert vegetation.

Black Helicopter Mystery Solved???

An explanation is offered for the association of black helicopters with cattle mutilations. Linda Moulton Howe reported on the "Dreamland" radio program that UFOs conducting mutilations emit a signal that the military detects, prompting black helicopters to disrupt and monitor the activity.

Preparing for Contact Book Review

This section reviews the book "Preparing for Contact" by Lyssa Royal and Keith Priest. The book conveys information received through channeling from a Pleiadian named Sasha. The review describes the book as complicated and fuzzy, requiring exercises like drawing glyphs and meditating to enter a 'theta state' for contact. It discusses the concept of 'mass consciousness' and the low percentage of people interested in UFOs. The book is recommended for those seeking a spiritual angle to contact, mentioning ETs like Zetas and referencing crop circles and Billy Meier.

Cosmic Deception?

This article, reprinted from International UFO Library, by former NASA Scientist Maurice Chatelain, discusses UFO sightings during the Mercury, Gemini, and Apollo missions. It claims Apollo missions brought back rocks that challenged theories on the moon's origin and confirmed other theories. Evidence suggests UFO activity is found even on the way to the moon. Mysterious geometric structures of unnatural origin were found on the moon. Chatelain states that NASA knew about UFO incidents during the Apollo program but remained silent. He recounts Gordon Cooper's experience of hearing strange voices and suspecting alien spacecraft. Cooper also reported seeing a large, strange object near Perth, Australia, which was also sighted by others. The article details numerous UFO sightings by astronauts during Gemini missions (4, 5, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12), often involving discoidal or ovoid craft emitting lights and flying at high speeds. It also mentions a UFO encounter during the Apollo 8 mission, where astronauts reported a discoidal spacecraft directing a blinding beam of light. The article asserts that NASA has not revealed the truth about these encounters and that the Mars Observer, claimed lost, may have communicated information about Mars.

Crop Circles

This section discusses crop circles, with different 'experts' offering interpretations of a design as a 'DNA sign,' 'eternity,' or an invented wheel. It suggests that if extraterrestrials are responsible, they want to contact humans and would use simple communication methods. The author humorously compares this to Earthlings learning basic phrases in a foreign country and questions the complexity of symbolic drawings versus direct messages.

Post-Meteor Fungus Worries Farmers

A news report from Ottawa details farmers in Quebec concerned about a strange orange substance growing inside craters formed by meteors. Initial tests suggest it is a common earthly fungus, but local farmers remain skeptical. Samples were sent for further study.

Odd Blasts Rattle Area Near Tucson

Residents in a neighborhood west of Tucson are perplexed by intermittent mystery explosions. A check with local officials, utilities, and the Air Force yielded no clues. A seismograph at the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum picked up spikes correlating with reported explosions, but no definitive cause was found.

'Encounters' Gives Credence to Space Aliens

This article reviews the Fox TV series "Encounters: The Hidden Truth," which investigates UFO phenomena, abductions, and alleged government cover-ups. It highlights stories of people who believe they have had alien unions, pilots reporting hijacked planes, and crop circle analysis showing molecular and genetic changes. The show also touches on the efforts of Rep. Steven Schiff to get government disclosure, with the government's response described as a "runaround." The series is said to make a strong case for the existence of life on other planets.

Comet Times

A table lists the projected impact times of Comet Shoemaker-Levy with Jupiter, from July 16 to July 22. KAET Channel 8 is scheduled to televise the collision on July 20.

Senate Shocker! Lawmakers Say They're Aliens From Space!

This article reports on a sensational claim from the Weekly World News tabloid that twelve U.S. Senators are space aliens. It quotes spokesmen for Senators Dennis DeConcini and Phil Gramm, who humorously confirm the allegations, with Gramm's parents reportedly from 'Remulak.' Senator Alan Simpson's spokesman cryptically quotes "Klattu Barado Nikto" from "The Day the Earth Stood Still."

Explosion Rocks City: Meteorite?

A news report from Montreal describes a huge explosion possibly caused by a meteorite. Witnesses reported a bright flash and a loud boom. A police spokesman and a seismologist from the University of Montreal suggested a meteorite as a possible cause.

Thanks, New Mexico MUFON!

This section expresses gratitude to the New Mexico MUFON for permission to include articles from their newsletter and provides subscription information for the New Mexico MUFON newsletter.

Michael Lindemann to Speak July 16

A reminder about Michael Lindemann's lecture "Coming of Age in the Cosmic Neighborhood" on July 16 at the Sunburst Hotel Conference Center in Scottsdale.

Please Help Clean Up Our Meeting Room!

A request for volunteers to help clean up the MUFON-AZ meeting room after meetings, including folding chairs, disposing of cups, and repositioning couches.

Dimitri "Jim" Ossipov Contributions

Several short pieces are attributed to Dimitri "Jim" Ossipov, including a preference for 'European/Asian' visitors, a critique of crop circles as hoaxes, and a discussion questioning the value and methodology of regressive hypnosis, particularly concerning abduction cases.

We Are Not Alone

This is an advertisement for Michael Lindemann's illustrated lecture "Coming of Age in the Cosmic Neighborhood," detailing the date, time, place, and ticket prices.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The newsletter consistently promotes the investigation of UFO phenomena, encouraging members to share sightings and information. There is a strong emphasis on exploring unconventional theories, including non-physical realities and potential extraterrestrial contact. The publication also highlights media coverage of UFO-related topics, both serious and sensationalized, and provides information on upcoming events and lectures within the UFO community. The editorial stance appears to be open-minded and investigative, seeking to understand the UFO phenomenon through diverse sources and perspectives, while also acknowledging skepticism and the need for critical evaluation, as seen in the discussions on regressive hypnosis and crop circles.