MUFON Arizona Chapter

Magazine Overview

This issue of the MUFON Arizona Chapter newsletter, Volume 3, Issue 10, dated Monday, October 17, 1994, focuses on UFO phenomena, government secrecy, and related incidents. The cover headline highlights a surge in demand for rental trucks by the military.

Featured Meeting Program

The upcoming meeting on October 17, 1994, at 7:30 PM in Scottsdale, AZ, will feature the video "Larry King Live at Area 51." This special includes Arizona's own Bob Dean and former Senator Barry Goldwater, along with Stanton Friedman, Kevin Randal, Stephen Greer, and Glenn Campbell.

Neil Armstrong Quote

A quote from Neil Armstrong from July 20, 1994, is included: "There are great ideas undiscovered; breakthroughs available to those who can remove one of the truth's protective layers. There are places to go beyond belief." The newsletter notes that the previous month's issue commemorated the 25th anniversary of the moon landing.

Government Admits Coverup!!!

The newsletter reports that television station KGTV in San Diego, CA, aired a segment where a government official stated that UFOs exist and produced documents to support this claim. These documents were reportedly obtained under the Freedom of Information Act. The information was brought to light by a caller to the Art Bell radio program, who Art Bell confirmed with the TV station. The MUFON meeting hopes to present an audio tape of this call.

From the Director's Desk

Ray Maurer, State Director, reflects on the slow progress in UFO research. He categorizes different approaches to the phenomenon: 'nuts & bolts' seeking hard evidence, abductees seeking answers to 'why,' and 'new agers' seeking a cosmic 'shift.' He notes the growth of the Arizona Chapter of MUFON, from 12 initial members meeting in his home three years ago to a current membership of 150, with 40-80 attendees at meetings. He congratulates the Yuma group on organizing and Doris Barley in Yuma for her work. The newsletter, produced by Tom and Mary, reaches over 125 people in 14 states. He encourages contributions and hopes for the "Big One" – definitive proof.

Media Watch by Tom Taylor

Tom Taylor provides a list of recent TV, radio, and newspaper programs covering UFOs, including "Larry King Live," "Sightings," and "Encounters." He notes a more mature handling of the subject by the media, with Philip Klass appearing less frequently. He welcomes viewer input.

Sunday evenings, KFYI - Art Bell's "Dreamland" Radio Program

Reports of cattle mutilations in New Mexico are ongoing. A case involving a rancher near Las Vegas, NM, who heard a strange noise and encountered floating, possibly mutilated cattle, is detailed. The animals reportedly disappeared from the ground. Another report mentions 2,000 Caribou missing in Alaska, fitted with transmitters by the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service, with no trace found.

Strauss' Place - Bill Strauss hosts this radio program on KTAR Radio.

Jesse Marcell, Jr., son of Jesse Marcell (involved in the Roswell crash), commented that "hieroglyphics" on debris found by his father resembled crop circle designs.

UFO AZ/UFO TALKS

These local public access cable programs are broadcast in Phoenix and Scottsdale. Ted Loman is mentioned as a co-host. UFO-AZ needs help with equipment repair, specifically a VCR and a 3/4" recorder deck.

UFO Update AZ

A new publication from Mike and Roger Bollinger in Phoenix. The article "In Pursuit of Lights" from this publication is reprinted elsewhere.

Sightings

Broadcast on Saturdays at 9:00 p.m. on Channel 15.

X Files

Still on Fridays at 8:00 p.m. on Channel 15.

Unsolved Mysteries

Broadcast on Sundays at 5 p.m. on Channel 12, possibly a special edition.

Omni Magazine

Continues its series on UFOs with a copy of the Roswell Declaration.

In Pursuit of Lights

This article recounts an experience by Bob Blome and Ron on a routine snake hunt about 25 miles southeast of Luke Air Force Base in May 1994. While driving on a road bordering the White Tank Mountains, they observed a light near a mountain peak. The light moved parallel to them, dropped down the mountain face, and disappeared at the base. Initially mistaken for a dirt bike, its behavior was deemed impossible for a vehicle. The object made no noise and kicked up no dust. They pursued the object at speeds up to 70 mph but could not gain on it. The object disappeared over a crest. Bob Blome would like to hear from others who have had similar experiences.

Used and Out-of-Print Books

Used and out-of-print UFO books are available from Ginger and Leonard Redman at (602) 437-0219. They may have copies of "The Truth About the Roswell Incident."

Cave Creek Sighting - 1989

On August 31, 1994, Tom Taylor received a call from a man who had a sighting almost five years prior, on October 31, 1989 (Halloween day), near Cave Creek, AZ. The man, an apparent abductee, was hunting with two friends when he separated from them and climbed what he described as "a mountain." He experienced a high-pitched sound, followed by a blinding orange-red light beam. He felt as if gravity increased significantly, forcing him to the ground. He then saw three "people" shapes with rounded heads. He remembers little else and experienced several hours of missing time. His gun was missing when he awoke. He reported feeling beaten up with bleeding on his head and a deep scar from a forehead wound. A companion later noticed a white scar on his left shoulder. The subject is a tractor operator, 42 years old, who does not wear glasses.

UFO Crash in Sedona?

This section discusses an event near Sedona over Memorial Day weekend 1994, strongly suggesting a UFO crash or major landing. A letter from a UFO researcher in Nevada describes it as potentially more significant than the Roswell Incident. Tom Dongo is compiling information and seeking eyewitnesses who saw a flying craft landing, crashing, or being shot down in the Sedona area. The account begins with the observation of a flatbed tractor-trailer rig carrying a large object covered in thick, plastic olive drab. Subsequently, Senators Robert Dole and George Mitchell were reportedly in Sedona for a secret meeting, followed by FBI agents booking hotel rooms. Cobra and Apache helicopters were seen in a remote area near House Mountain. Heavy military helicopter activity, including Russian Hind and combat-ready Apache helicopters, was observed in the Sedona, Cornville, and Cottonwood areas. One account describes uniformed men with M-16 rifles stopping women on mountain bikes. Another mentions off-duty police officers being confronted by a U.S. Marine. A woman reported military preparations to seal off routes into and out of Sedona. A Cottonwood woman and her son witnessed a jet fighter chasing a UFO, described as a ball of white light, with the fighter's afterburners ignited multiple times. A rancher's son reported missing time after seeing low-flying triangular UFOs. A silver, cylinder-shaped UFO was seen hovering over House Mountain near Cornville. The author surmises that a UFO or jet fighter may have crashed or landed in the area. Two TV network producers have expressed interest in doing shows based on this research.

Calendar

Announcements for upcoming UFO events include:

• October 14-16: Second Gulf Breeze UFO Conference, Pensacola, FL.
• October 15: Seminar featuring Yvonne Smith in Tucson, AZ.
• October 16: Yuma MUFON group meeting with Dr. Bruce Cordell speaking.
• November 12 & 13: "The Philadelphia Conference" in Philadelphia, PA.
• November 27 - December 4: Fourth International UFO Congress Convention in Mesquite, Nevada.
• Tucson MUFON Group: No further meetings this year.

Big trucks are in high demand

This article from The Daily Courier reports that U.S. military personnel are renting large trucks from Ryder Trucks in Prescott, AZ. Joyce Vaccaro of Ryder Trucks notes a significant increase in rentals of their largest trucks, with personnel coming from Fort Bliss, Texas, and Twenty-Nine Palms, California. She is unsure of the purpose but notes the military personnel are looking for "the big ones - the 24-footers." Officials at Hertz-Penske were unaware of similar rentals. Fort Bliss public affairs suggested it might be a training mission.

Camp Encounters

A personal account from Patty Eldridge in Scottsdale describes an experience while camping in the Mazatzal Wilderness. While in their tent, they saw a small red light, like a flashlight, shining through the trees. The light moved quickly and was unexplainable.

Coast to Coast

Doubt cast on UFO study

U.S. Rep. Steve Schiff (R-N.M.) expresses dissatisfaction with the Air Force's report on the Roswell Incident, which concluded it was a downed balloon. Schiff notes that the Air Force previously stated they had no explanation. The report stated that alleged UFO materials were parts of a special balloon project designed to detect Soviet nuclear activity.

Three Mutilated Cows Found Near Truchas

This article, submitted by MUFON State Section Director Ken Ewing, reports on three mutilated cows found near Truchas, NM. The cows, owned by Max Cordova, had their genital organs, udders, and anuses removed, and tongues cut out. The cutting was described as surgical, with no evidence of predators. This incident is similar to approximately 30 other livestock mutilation cases in Northern New Mexico over the past 16 months. Area residents reported increased traffic on the night the animals were likely destroyed.

More Cattle Mutilations Spur Meeting

This article from the Albuquerque Journal reports on Gail Staehlin, an amateur cattle mutilation investigator, who is convinced recent mutilations are not the work of cults or predators. She mentions that six more ranchers had mutilations but were scared to talk. High levels of potassium were found in the Truchas cows. Tissue samples are being examined. Over 30 cattle mutilations have been reported in northern New Mexico, with similar findings of sex organs removed. A private meeting is planned with ranchers, veterinarians, and the livestock board. Senator Pete Domenici is monitoring the situation. Staehlin emphasizes the need to bring carcasses to a diagnostic lab and warns against touching them without gloves, as several people have received burns.

Young put faith in UFOs, not Social Security

This article discusses a poll by the youth-advocacy group Third Millennium. It found that only 9% of 18- to 34-year-olds expect Social Security to provide for them upon retirement, while 46% believe in UFOs. The poll suggests a generational divide regarding financial security and government programs. The majority of the younger group favored diverting Social Security contributions to personal retirement accounts. The older group favored taxing upper-income Social Security recipients. Pollster Mark Siegel warned of an "intergenerational political war" if solutions are not found.

Goldwater lands smack in middle of UFO special

This article announces that former Sen. Barry Goldwater, actor William Shatner, and astronomer Carl Sagan will appear on the TNT special "The UFO Cover-Up? Live From Area 51." Goldwater is quoted as saying he thinks the government knows something about UFOs.

'UFO crash' hot topic at conference

This article from The Phoenix Gazette discusses Kevin Randle's views on the Roswell Incident. Randle believes the government is hiding evidence of an alien spaceship crash and that the "curtain of ridicule" prevents people from believing the truth. He dismisses theories that the Roswell crash involved military aircraft technology taken from aliens. The article mentions the Air Force's September 8 report concluding the Roswell debris was from a classified Project Mogul balloon. Randle is scheduled to appear on "Larry King Live" to discuss his theory. The article also notes that the National New Age, Alien Agenda & Cosmic Conspiracies Conference will feature the Roswell Incident as a hot topic.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The newsletter consistently promotes the investigation of UFO phenomena and alleged government cover-ups. It highlights MUFON's activities, reports on numerous UFO sightings and incidents, and discusses media coverage of the topic. There is a clear stance that "the truth is out there" and that skepticism and ridicule are obstacles to uncovering it. The newsletter also touches on broader societal issues, such as young people's faith in UFOs over Social Security, suggesting a disillusionment with traditional institutions. The recurring theme is the pursuit of unexplained phenomena and the belief that significant information is being withheld by authorities.