MUFON Arizona - 1995 05 15 - Vol 04 No 05

Magazine Overview

This issue of the MUFON Arizona Chapter newsletter, Volume 4, Issue 5, dated Monday, May 15, 1995, focuses on ongoing UFO investigations, alleged government cover-ups, and historical incidents. The cover headline, 'The Truth Is Out There,' sets the tone for the content.

Director's Message

Tom Taylor, State Director, addresses rumors surrounding the alleged film from the Roswell crash site in 1947, hinting at a potential announcement. He welcomes a new member, Robert Sivio, from Kingman, Arizona, who submitted 'The Roswell Declaration.' Taylor also commends Richard Motzer for the successful turnout of 14 members at his Field Investigator Training classes. He expresses regret over Tom Kusczelewicz stepping down as Section Director for Pima County due to family illness.

Meetings and Events

The main MUFON meeting is scheduled for Monday, May 15, 1995, at 7:30 p.m. in Scottsdale, AZ, featuring Vance Davis speaking on the 'Gulf Breeze Six.' A subsequent meeting for Field Investigator Trainees will be held on Wednesday, May 31, at Richard Motzer's home in north Scottsdale.

A news flash announces that a tape of two witnesses who viewed the Roswell autopsy film in London will be played at the May meeting.

The first Roswell UFO Encounter is announced for July 1-2 in Roswell, N.M., commemorating the 1947 incident with various activities.

New Mexico City to Space Out

This section announces the 'First Roswell UFO Encounter' event in Roswell, New Mexico, on July 1-2, 1995. The event is a commemoration of the 1947 incident and includes costume contests, races, tours, movies, and forums with UFO researchers. Information is provided via a phone number and The Arizona Republic.

UFO Believers Allege Government Cover-up

This article, by Dana Calvo of The Associated Press, reports on a protest by the group 'Operation Right to Know' outside the General Accounting Office (GAO) in Washington, D.C. The group is raising awareness about a GAO examination into the whereabouts of official documents concerning the 1947 Roswell crash. Mindy Gerber, a witness who claims hypnotic regression access to alien experiences, is mentioned. The military's initial description of the downed craft as a flying disc, later retracted to a weather balloon, is highlighted. Air Force Maj. David Thurston states the project was for reconnaissance of Soviet nuclear tests and involved nothing extraterrestrial. Operation Right to Know believes the 'weather balloon' was an alien vehicle. Rep. Steven Schiff (R-N.M.) has asked the GAO to release information on the crash. Barry Bitzer, Schiff's press secretary, notes the congressman's suspicion of a bureaucratic runaround. Schiff is on the Science, Space and Technology Committee and the congressional space caucus. Elaine Douglass, organizer for Operation Right to Know, hopes for congressional hearings in 1996. The group boasts hundreds of supporters and has an online presence (alt.alien.visitors).

Media Watch by Tom Taylor

This section provides a list of recent television, radio, and newspaper programs related to UFOs. It mentions Travis Walton and Mike Rogers being interviewed on Art Bell's 'Dreamland' program. Selman Draves, a witness to the 1947 Paradise Valley crash, was interviewed on Bill Strauss' 'Strauss' Place' on KTAR Radio. The TV show 'Walker, Texas Ranger' is noted for including a segment with autopsy and crash footage, raising questions about taping schedules. A company called 'People's Telephone' is offering prepaid calling cards depicting UFO events. Media programs listed include 'Destiny in Space' at the Imax Theater in Scottsdale, 'Dreamland' on KFYI Radio, 'Strauss' Place' on KTAR Radio, 'UFO AZ/UFO TALKS' on Dimension Cable, 'UFO Update AZ' publication, 'Sightings' on Channel 15, 'X Files' on Channel 10, and 'Unsolved Mysteries' on Channel 12.

Arizona Sightings List

A list of Arizona UFO sighting reports (1947-1994), compiled by Dimitri Ossipov, is available for sale for $5.00 at meetings or $6.50 by mail.

Classified Ads

MUFON-Arizona Newsletter offers advertising space for $5.00 per ad, with a limit on size or the option to use a business card.

Calendar

• Upcoming MUFON events and UFO-related conferences are listed:
• Tucson MUFON Group: No information.
• Yuma MUFON Group: June 4, 1:00 p.m., featuring a training session on optics and astronomy with John Snyder.
• 16th Annual Rocky Mountain Conference on UFO Investigation: June 22-24, University of Wyoming, Laramie, WY.
• Whole Life Expo: June 23-25, Santa Fe, NM, featuring speakers like Linda Howe and Thomas Banyacya.
• MUFON 1995 International UFO Symposium: July 7-9, Seattle, Washington.
• National UFO Awareness Week: August 12-20.

State Meeting Video

Copies of a 4-hour videotape from the February 18th State MUFON meeting are available for $15.00.

The Earth Chronicles: An Abbreviated History from the Beginning to the Flood

This is a multi-part book report by Dimitri 'Jim' Ossipov. It details the Sumerian texts concerning the planet Nibiru, which follows an extended elliptical path and has a year of 3,600 Earth years. The report describes the Anunnaki, their need for gold from Earth, and their creation of human-like beings through cross-breeding. Alalu, ruler of Nibiru, sought refuge on Earth and found golden particles. Anu, with his sons Enki and Enlil, directed the extraction of gold. Enki, a scientist, and Ninharsag, a medical officer, were involved in creating humans. Enlil, described as a bureaucrat, favored a harsh solution to revolts. The Anunnaki Council decided to keep the impending tidal wave caused by Nibiru's passage a secret from humans. Enki instructed Noah to build a submersible ship to save himself and his family. The report is continued next month.

Response to Sightings in Williams

This section addresses a sighting of a lighted object in Williams on February 1, 1995, likely a 'weather balloon' similar to those seen in Roswell. The author describes seeing a colorless disk with ropes attached, appearing to be a balloon reflecting the sun. The object was observed for two hours, and the local airport confirmed they were weather balloons used for meteorological measurements.

I Was Here: Part II

This reprint from 'Outa Limits UFO Enigma Museum Newsletter' details an interview with Thomas Gonzales, a witness to the 1947 Roswell crash. The author, who claims to be the first researcher to interview Gonzales, describes the challenges of interviewing elderly witnesses and the importance of patience. Don Ecker of 'Outa Limits' made a trip to Mr. Gonzales' home near Houston, Texas, and saw pictures of the metal piece found, though not the piece itself. The article suggests Gonzales' involvement in the 1947 Flying Saucer mystery.

MUFON-AZ T-Shirt Update

MUFON-Arizona is seeking ideas and artwork for t-shirts. Suggestions are being considered, including one to reference the Paradise Valley crash.

Gordon MacRae Took UFO Secret to Grave

This article recounts how Oklahoma star Gordon MacRae claimed to have seen four dead space aliens at the Wright-Patterson Air Force base in Dayton, Ohio, in 1947, shortly after the Roswell incident. His wife, Sheila, is now breaking her silence to urge government investigation. MacRae described the beings as 'little men,' dwarf-sized. Michael Luckman of the New York Center for UFO Research states that these bodies were likely from the Roswell crash, as it's the most famous UFO case. The article mentions the government's General Accounting Office is investigating the Roswell incident and its cover-up.

Not Everyone Agrees Meteor Fell Near Kecksburg

This article by Dave Lester reports on the 1965 Kecksburg incident. A fiery, bright-orange object was seen, and a subsequent search found a large, acorn-shaped metallic object embedded in a ditch. Military officials quickly dismissed it as a meteorite, but amateur investigators and a fireman who witnessed the event are skeptical. The fireman describes the object as metallic, grayish-pale gold, crumpled, and with raised markings resembling hieroglyphics. He notes the military's swift and secretive removal of the object, suggesting it was not a meteorite and that the incident was covered up to avoid public panic. The fireman's experience changed his perspective on things.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The newsletter consistently promotes the idea of UFOs and extraterrestrial life, often questioning official explanations and alleging government secrecy and cover-ups. There is a strong emphasis on historical UFO incidents like Roswell and Kecksburg, and the importance of witness testimony and investigation. The MUFON organization is presented as a platform for sharing information and encouraging further research. The editorial stance is one of skepticism towards official narratives and a belief in the need for transparency regarding UFO phenomena.