MUFON Arizona - 1996 11 20 - Vol 05 No 11

Magazine Overview

This document is the November 1996 issue of the MUFON Arizona Chapter Newsletter, Volume 5, Issue 11. The cover features the MUFON logo and the headline "The Truth is Out There," along with a desert landscape image. The newsletter provides information on upcoming meetings, UFO-related media, research initiatives, and recent developments in the UFO field.

Program: Jim Dilettoso and Video

The featured program for the November meeting is Jim Dilettoso's video presentation titled "Two Cases of Group Contact: Former USSR and Remote Site in Eastern U.S." The meeting was scheduled for Wednesday, November 20, 1996, at 7:30 p.m. sharp, at the National Guard Armory located at 5636 E. McDowell Road. The newsletter notes that this meeting is one week earlier than usual due to the Thanksgiving holiday.

Director's Message

Tom Taylor, State Director, reports on Richard Hoagland's "Mars Global Surveyor Rallies" held on November 6, 1996, at NASA's Jet Propulsion Lab and Kennedy Space Center. He regrets the late notice about these events. Taylor also mentions a recent talk by Zacharia Sitchin in Mesa and a UFO conference held there. He expresses enthusiasm for Jim Dilettoso's upcoming presentation, calling the video from Russia "perhaps the most bizarre thing I have ever seen." Taylor thanks Dr. Ruth Hover for an outstanding abductee meeting and "Bob and Joy" for sharing their stories. He announces Paul Ankney's stepping down as Assistant State Director and welcomes Bill Hamilton as the new Assistant State Director. Taylor also reminds members about the conference in Laughlin in January and encourages members from Sedona and Flagstaff to form local groups. He concludes by urging members to "Keep your eyes to the sky!"

Media Watch

Tom Taylor's "Media Watch" column lists recent UFO-related television, radio, and newspaper programs. He notes that the newsletter aims to publish program information in advance, but often receives notice too late. Members are encouraged to share taped programs. Programs mentioned include "Dark Skies" on NBC, "Strange Universe" on Channel 45, and Jim Dilettoso's own UFO-related program on Channel 10. KTAR Radio's replay of "War of the Worlds" and "The 10 Files" on Channel 10, which often features UFO subjects, are also noted. The discovery of a Martian meteorite and the upcoming film "Mars Attack" are also mentioned. Mike and Roger Bollinger's publication "UFO Update" is recommended.

Weekly Programs

• DREAMLAND: KFYI Radio, 910 AM, Sunday evenings, 8:00 p.m., hosted by Art Bell. Stations in Globe, Safford, Tucson, Kingman, and Flagstaff are listed.
• UFO AZ/UFO TALKS: Scottsdale TCI cable, Channel 28, Thursdays, 4:00-5:00 p.m. Also on Channel 22, Dimension Cable, Monday and Tuesday at 9:00 a.m. and Prescott on Channel 13, Friday nights at 9 p.m.
• The Extraordinary MORNINGS: Channel 15, Mondays, 12:30-1:30 a.m.
• Unsolved Mysteries: Fridays at 7:00 p.m., Channel 12.
• X-Files: Moved to Sundays at 8:00 p.m., Channel 10.
• Dark Skies: Saturdays at 7:00 p.m., Channel 12.
• Strange Universe: Every weeknight at 10:30 p.m., Channel 45.
• Mysteries Around Us: KTAR Radio (620 AM), 12 midnight Saturday and Sunday, hosted by Frank Baranowski.
• Late Night Cosmic Contact: Saturdays, 9:00-10:00 p.m., Channel 61 (TCI Tucson Public Access), hosted by Chris Maynard.

Article Submissions and World Wide Web

The newsletter thanks contributors and invites more submissions, including handwritten articles or those on diskette (preferably in WordPerfect 5.1 or ASCII format). The MUFON-AZ Newsletter is available online at http://www.xroads.com/~noack/mufon.html, with additional UFO information at http\www.cs.bgsu.edu/~jzawodn
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Calendar

• Yuma County Chapter: Meeting November 17, 1:00 p.m. at Desert Lakes Clubhouse.
• Maricopa County Chapter: Meetings November 20 and December 18 (Third Wednesdays).
• UFO Congress: January 18-24, 1997, 6th Annual UFO Congress in Laughlin, NV.
• November/December Meetings: Note that meetings in November and December will be held on the THIRD Wednesday of the month due to holidays.

Levitron Raffle

A Levitron, advertised on Art Bell's radio program, will be demonstrated and raffled off at the November meeting. Tickets are $1.00.

The UFO Research Coalition

This section details the formation and purpose of the UFO Research Coalition, established by the Fund for UFO Research, MUFON, and CUFOS. The coalition aims to sponsor scientific research and increase public knowledge of UFOs. A key project is the distribution of a 169-page briefing book authored by Don Berliner, Marie Galbraight, and Antonio Huneeus, intended for government, academia, and media. Other projects in discussion include research into abductions, field investigations, and government UFO documents.

Isabel Davis Award Balloting

The Fund for UFO Research, Inc. presents the Isabel Davis Award for long-term research contributions. Past winners include Budd Hopkins, Leonard Stringfield, and Bruce Maccabee. The 1996 nominees are:

1. Ms. Ann Druffel: Author of "The Tujunga Canyon Contacts," archiving Dr. James McDonald's files.
2. Ms. Jenny Randles: British researcher and author of "The UFO Conspiracy," "Abduction," and "UFO Retrievals."
3. Dr. Mark Rodeghier: Scientific director of the J. Allen Hynek Center for UFO Studies, known for commentary on Roswell and abductee interactions.
4. Mr. Walter Webb: Investigator of the Betty and Barney Hill case, chief field investigator for the UFO Research Coalition.

Contributors to the Fund are eligible to vote.

The Moon: Evidence of Ancient Habitation

This article, based on a presentation by Richard C. Hoagland and a report by Dr. Bruce Cornet, discusses evidence of ancient structures on the Moon found in NASA photographs. Key areas of interest include Sinus Medii and Mare Crisium. Photographs from Lunar Orbiter, Surveyor 6, and Apollo missions are cited. The article describes "Shard" and "Tower" structures, noting their geometric patterns, size, and reflectivity, suggesting artificial origin. It also mentions a "city complex" near Ukert crater with regularly aligned rows of structures and a "linear dome-shaped hill." The author agrees with Hoagland's interpretation that these patterns are caused by enormous artificial structures, possibly glass domes, and calls for the release of all Clementine photographs.

Nation: Millionaire Buys Utah Ranch for its UFO Appeal

A news clipping from The Arizona Republic (October 27, 1996) reports on millionaire Robert Bigelow's purchase of an isolated cattle ranch in Utah's Uintah Basin. Bigelow, a financier in the paranormal research field, has hired scientists to investigate "weird stories" told by the Sherman family, who reported strange lights, UFOs, mutilated cows, and flattened grass. The research is conducted by the National Institute for Discovery Science, founded by Bigelow. John Alexander, former director of non-lethal weapons testing at Los Alamos National Laboratories, is involved. The Shermans have signed a nondisclosure agreement.

Newfound Planet, 3 Stars Bend Rules on Size, Orbit

A news clipping from The Arizona Republic (October 24, 1996) discusses the discovery of a new planet orbiting a star in a triple-star system. This planet, about 60 percent larger than Jupiter, has an unusual egg-shaped orbit that breaks conventional astronomical theories. The discovery was made by teams from the University of Texas and San Francisco State University.

Astronomers Find Vinegar, May Be Clue to Life

A news clipping from The Arizona Republic (June 11, 1996) reports that radio astronomers have found acetic acid (vinegar) in a stellar cloud 25,000 light years away. This molecule may have played a role in the formation of life, as it is a precursor to amino acids, the building blocks of life.

Israelis Caught Up in UFO Craze; Everything Under Sun Gets Blame

A news clipping from The Gazette Telegraph (September 22, 1996) describes a surge in UFO sightings and abduction reports in Israel, coinciding with the popularity of movies like "Independence Day" and TV shows like "The X-Files." While some attribute this to a "hysterical behavior" or cultural influence, others suggest authorities should investigate and publish scientific explanations. A police spokesman reported seeing a strange light in the sky.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The newsletter consistently promotes UFOlogy as a serious field of research, encouraging member participation and the dissemination of information. It highlights the importance of scientific investigation, as seen in the articles on the UFO Research Coalition and the Moon structures. The editorial stance is one of open inquiry, presenting evidence and theories while also acknowledging the need for rigorous research and the potential for government secrecy. The publication also serves as a community hub, informing members about local chapter activities, upcoming events, and relevant media coverage.