MUFON Arizona - 1999 03 24 - Vol 08 No 03

Magazine Overview

Title: MUFON-AZ Newsletter
Issue: Volume 8, Issue 3
Date: March 1999
Publisher: Mutual UFO Network (MUFON)
Theme: UFO phenomena, Y2K preparedness, and related topics.

Director's Message

The Director's Message reflects on the second anniversary of the Phoenix Lights, noting the lack of concrete evidence to explain the event, which remains an official UFO. The director expresses dissatisfaction with recent radio interviews on KTAR, where MUFON was not given adequate opportunity to present its side or contact information, while other guests were promoted. The message emphasizes the need for media and community support to solve UFO mysteries.

Monthly Financial Report

The financial report for January 1999 shows total income of $353.00 from meeting admissions, raffles, and memberships. Total expenses were $370.00, including costs for the newsletter, postage, speaker fees, and facility rent. The account balance at the end of January was $411.49.

March Raffle and Book Sale

This month's raffle prize is 'The X Files' movie, Collector's Edition. A book titled 'Faces of the Visitor' by Kevin Randle and Russ Estes will be sold for $7 per copy, with proceeds going to the MUFON-AZ Guest Speaker Fund.

Program: Dr. Roger Leir - "The Aliens and The Scalpel"

Dr. Roger Leir, a podiatric physician and surgeon, is the featured speaker. His research into UFO and alien abduction phenomena has led him to believe that humans are being tampered with by another intelligence. His work includes the surgical removal of suspected alien implants from abductees, which has garnered significant interest. A recent surgery was filmed by NBC for a television special. Several possible implants are expected to be on display at the meeting.

Media Watch

This section lists recent and upcoming UFO-related television and radio programs. It encourages members to share information about missed programs and provides contact details for submitting sightings. Featured programs include 'Dreamland' with Art Bell, 'Spacecraft News,' 'UFO Live,' and 'Mysteries Around Us.'

Calendar

Upcoming MUFON chapter meetings in Pima County are scheduled for March 20, April 24, and May 22, featuring guest speakers and discussions on UFO videos.

Chapter Updates

Updates are provided for various MUFON chapters, including Pinal County, Yuma County, and Maricopa County, with details on meeting dates, times, and contact persons.

Article Submission and Membership Badges

An invitation is extended to members to submit articles and book reviews for the newsletter. Information is also provided on ordering MUFON Membership Badges.

1999 MUFON Symposium

The 30th annual MUFON International UFO Symposium will be held from July 2-4, 1999, in Arlington, Virginia. Details on registration, accommodation, and the schedule of events, including a press conference and buffet dinner, are provided. The location offers numerous attractions for families.

Classified Ads

Information on placing classified ads in the MUFON-AZ Newsletter is provided, with rates for different ad sizes.

Arizona Sightings List

Readers are reminded to purchase the updated copy of 'Arizona Sightings 1899-1998,' a compilation by Dimitri 'Jim' Ossipov.

Commentary

The commentary section emphasizes MUFON's purpose of educating the public about UFOs. It stresses the importance of selecting credible speakers who provide knowledgeable information based on data and scientific proof, warning against those who make unsubstantiated claims.

Open Letter To MUFON-AZ Members

Bill Morris thanks Tom Taylor and Alan Morey for his appointment as Assistant State Director. He expresses his commitment to increasing MUFON memberships in Arizona and expanding investigations into sightings, especially with the approaching millennium. He also thanks Pima County members for their support and outlines goals for statewide membership growth.

Tests Reveal Age of Mysterious Miami Circle

This article reports on scientific tests conducted on charcoal found in the 'Miami Circle,' a site in Florida. The tests suggest human occupation dating back at least 2,000 years. The circle, believed to be the foundation of a ceremonial lodge of the Tequesta Indians, has become a focus of a dispute between city and county governments, developers, and preservationists.

Panic in the Year Zero: Government Plans for the Worst in Y2K

This article details concerns raised by Franklin Frith, a Y2K consultant, about government preparations for the year 2000 computer bug. Frith claims that plans are in place for mass evacuations, government takeover of industries, and the implementation of martial law. He cites evidence from Michigan municipalities and federal reports, suggesting that the government anticipates severe disruptions and is planning for a national emergency.

Membership Book Special

Ray Fowler, MUFON's Director of Investigations, is offering a special price on 'The Andreasson Legacy' hardcover for members.

Dreamland Interactive

Dreamland Interactive, creators of 'The UFO Anthology Vol.1 CD-ROM,' is promoting a special called 'Confirmation' aired on NBC, which presented evidence of possible extraterrestrial visitation. They offer the actual Trumbull County 911 dispatch tapes of a UFO incident where police officers reported locating and describing giant UFOs.

Hoax Revealed

Candy Peterson of Minnesota MUFON reports on a hoaxed UFO event staged by a group called 'CACOPHONY' in Los Angeles. The group built a 10-foot diameter craft using balloons and glow-sticks to attract attention and police. The article warns that such events could generate false UFO reports for MUFON to investigate.

March 13 Sighting

This report details a UFO sighting that occurred on March 13, 1999, in Mesa, Arizona. A witness described an object that moved erratically, changed colors, and hovered over a freeway. The witness declined an official report but provided location details.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The newsletter consistently promotes MUFON's mission of UFO education and investigation. It highlights the importance of credible research and speakers, while also addressing public concerns about potential future crises like the Y2K bug. The editorial stance appears to be one of serious inquiry into unexplained phenomena, coupled with a cautious awareness of potential government overreach and the need for public vigilance. There is a strong emphasis on community involvement and support for MUFON's activities.