MUFON Minnesota Journal - No 065

Magazine Overview

This issue of the MINNESOTA MUFON Newsletter, dated May/June 1997 and identified as Issue #65, focuses on a variety of UFO and related phenomena. It includes reports on specific incidents, scientific findings, and theoretical classifications of extraterrestrial beings, alongside announcements for upcoming events.

From the State Director: Shag Harbour Incident

The State Director's section, written by Michael Strainic, summarizes a presentation by Chris Styles on the Shag Harbour incident of 1967. Styles, MUFON's Assistant Provincial Director for Nova Scotia, conducted extensive research, including a search of Canadian military documents and an underwater search for physical evidence, financed by Paramount Television. The incident involved a UFO, estimated at 60 ft in diameter and flashing four lights, hovering over the water near Shag Harbour. It tilted to a 45-degree angle and hit the water with a bright flash and explosive sound. Witnesses reported the crash to the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP). The UFO left a strip of yellow foam as it moved towards the open sea before disappearing. The incident was brought to the attention of the Condon Committee and APRO. Dr. Norman Levine, an electrical engineer, decided against an on-site investigation after consulting Canadian authorities. Styles notes the openness of Canadian agencies involved in the search, who were looking for a UFO. Military intelligence did not believe the UFO remained at its impact site, suggesting it navigated to a different location while submerged. A flotilla of ships was stationed to attempt recovery. The article also mentions a second UFO repairing the crippled craft and a Soviet sub violating the 12-mile limit. Debris was reportedly recovered at the impact site. A week later, a family observed two UFOs hovering over Shag Harbour before flying away at high speed. Styles faced difficulties locating logs from the manned lighthouse at Cape Roseway and radar logs, with a report called 'Annual Stroker's Report' initially missing but later found with no record of UFO detection. The administrative officer of the radar facility had appealed for UFO reports in Nova Scotia newspapers. Another connection involved Father Michael Surke-Gaffney, a noted astronomer and UFO investigator for Canada's National Research Council, whose personal papers at St. Mary's University contained ten documents related to the Shag Harbour affair. A Fisheries Research Vessel in 1988, surveying an area known as 'The Rip,' detected a strange reflection implying four circular objects in the 5-meter range. The SIGHTINGS TV program sponsored an expedition to examine the ocean floor, but weather prevented significant findings. Styles concluded that the Shag Harbour Incident remains the only two-crash scenario supported by unrestricted government documentation without controversy.

Minnesota MUFON Meetings

Announcements are made for Minnesota MUFON meetings on Saturday, May 10, and Saturday, June 14, from 1:30 PM to 5:00 PM at the Science Museum of MN Computer Education Center, Firstar Center, 5th & Minnesota Sts, 19th Floor. Attendees are advised to see the map on the cover for directions and to note that park entrance is on Minnesota St., proceeding to the 5th Level. Due to building security, entry is between 1:10 PM and 1:30 PM, with another admittance at 3:00 PM. The building and ramp areas are non-smoking, and coffee and soft drinks are free.

More Hard Evidence: An Editorial Comment

By Erich A. Aggen, Jr., this editorial comments on evidence of recovered UFO fragments. Wilbert B. Smith, head of Canadian Project Magnet, admitted that fragments from UFOs had been recovered and analyzed. Smith disclosed this in a 1961 interview, stating that one fragment was shot off a UFO by a jet interceptor near Washington, DC, in July 1952. The fragment was described as a glowing chunk about two feet in diameter, weighing about a pound, and still glowing an hour after it fell. The fragment loaned to Aggen was about one-third of that piece and was identified as iron rust in a matrix of magnesium orthosilicate with scattered 15-micron spheres.

Recent Sighting & Subtle Implications

By Candy Peterson, this article details a sighting by a woman driving north toward St. Paul, Minnesota, on October 12. She observed a white, blunt, non-aerodynamic triangle-shaped object flying parallel to her truck, about a city block away. The object had no visible windows, insignia, propellers, rotors, or engines, and no vapor or exhaust. It was about the size of a small plane but clearly not one. The witness lost sight of it briefly due to trees but then spotted it again, traveling about 100 degrees away from its original heading. The object was about twice as long as it was high, with a possible indentation at the center back. The witness also had a vivid, memorable UFO 'dream' twelve days prior to the sighting, which she feels is related. The dream involved fleets of lighted UFOs and an alien figure who identified herself as the woman's 'mother,' evoking an overwhelming sense of love and connection. The article explores the psychological implications of such experiences, questioning the reliability of 'gut feelings' and screen memories, and the potential for orchestrated contact.

Field Investigator Update: April 1997

By Craig R. Lang, FI Coordinator, this update reports on the expansion of the Minnesota MUFON field investigator group. A recent class had four new investigators complete the course, focusing on conducting investigations, writing reports, and taking the MUFON Field Investigator Exam. The goal is to get these new investigators active quickly. Several existing members have also taken the exam, increasing the group's capacity to handle incoming sighting reports. Field investigator classes are held approximately three times a year. The update notes a significant number of sightings reported in February and March, with expectations of a busy spring and summer. Investigations into old incidents, such as a wave of sightings in the late 1970s, are also yielding fruit. Information regarding occurrences in the Fall of 1979 is sought. The Minnesota MUFON website (http://www.wavefront.com/~jhenry/index.html) is provided for new sighting reports and investigation status. The UFO hotline is 800-UFO-2166.

Huge Object Snapped by GOES-9 Satellite

This brief report discusses a photo taken by the GOES-9 satellite that appeared to show a huge object over the western US. The rumor, amplified by the radio show 'Coast to Coast,' suggested a Saturn-like object in the wake of Hale-Bopp. Jim Deardorff, a Research Professor Emeritus at Oregon State University, explained that the glitch was likely a data dropout due to a momentary loss of transmission between the satellite and the weather central. However, the report acknowledges that witnesses might have seen a genuine UFO.

Crop Circle Reports Are Rolling In!

This section compiles reports of crop circles from various locations:

• Livingston County, MI: A housewife reported a 'circular burned or charred area of ground' on Michigan State Park land, which later developed into a 39-foot circle of wheat growing. This is the second season for the wheat, which was swirled down counter-clockwise. Two more circles of wheat were found in a nearby basin. Power lines run directly overhead.
• United Kingdom: The first major 1997 crop circle appeared near Barbury Castle, described as a solid circle of about 240 feet in diameter, surrounded by two rings and six or seven crescents. Researchers in England consider it the most complicated pattern yet and predict more complex formations.
• Brazil: A UFO landing on February 27, 1997, near Santo Angelo, left two crop circles.
• Holland: On January 18, three circles were found in Grassfields, north of Amsterdam.
• Sennen, Cornwall: Farmer Thomas discovered a crop circle with two rings, about 40 ft, in silage grass where the grass is dead but weeds are thriving. The circle appears 'burnt into the grass.'

Guess Who's Coming to Dinner! Observed UFO Occupant Classifications

By Richard D. Butler, this article classifies potential extraterrestrial beings:

• Group A: Non Earth-Born Humans: These beings, referred to as 'talls,' are genetically similar to Earth humans but average seven feet in height (males) or six and a half feet (females). They have fine features, pale complexions, and almond-shaped eyes. Hair colors are blonde (Pleiades), red (Orion), and black (Sirius). Their symbol is a triangular arrangement of three spheres.
• Group B: Earth-Born Humans: Homo Sapiens originating from Earth, divided into:
• Class A: Ancient: Companions and servants of a Group A military force, removed from Earth between 3,500 BC and 1,000 BC.
• Class M: Modern: Working at the same cooperative level as Class A, taken from Earth in modern times. Some involve abduction projects where twins are induced, and one is removed and grown by Group A.
• Group C: Genetically Modified Earth-Born Humans: Comprised of two classes:
• Class W: Workers: Approximately 3.5 feet tall, with large heads and eyes, pale white complexion. Created through genetic modification, they perform menial tasks and have the mental capacity of a five-year-old child.
• Class T: Technicians: Slightly larger (4.5 feet), with tan or yellowish complexions. They have higher reasoning and deductive abilities, performing complex operations and operating ship controls. Both Classes W and T are telepathically camouflaged to appear as Greys.
• Group D: Greys: Considered the only non-human contingent. Approximately 5.5 feet tall, with large, black, slanted eyes. Skin is dark grey and non-porous. They may be a cetacean-based life form, with descriptions matching dolphins. Their 'stare and stun' effects approximate dolphin abilities.
• Group E: Human/Grey Hybrids: A project to combine the best physical and mental qualities of humans and Greys. A hybrid female is described as approximately fifteen years old, five feet three inches, pale white/grey skin, with a slightly larger head and dark hair.
• Group F: Sasquatch: Seen near and on-board UFOs. Speculated to be the original pre-human species from which Homo Sapiens derived.

The article notes that the Sirius, Pleiades, and Orion group photo was ruined due to a camera malfunction.

Whole Life Expo

An announcement for the First Annual Minnesota Whole Life Expo, held May 9-11 at the Minneapolis Convention Center. The expo features 120 speakers, including Zecharia Sitchin, Whitley Strieber, Michael Lindemann, Gregg Braden, and Fred Alan Wolf, PhD, covering topics like natural health, personal growth, spirituality, and global change. It also includes 250 exhibits and various performances. Ticket prices for general admission and workshops are listed, with advance purchase options available.

In the News: Physicists find signs that an axis of sorts runs through universe

This article reports on measurements by scientists suggesting the universe has an 'up' and a 'down.' Physicists at the University of Rochester and the University of Kansas analyzed radio waves from 160 distant galaxies and discovered a subtle corkscrew pattern in their rotation as they travel through space. This effect, occurring every 1 billion miles, is in addition to the Faraday effect. The magnitude of these rotations appears to depend on the angle relative to an 'axis of orientation' running through space. The discoverers, Dr. Borge Nodland and Dr. John Ralston, suggest this axis runs toward the constellation Sextans and the constellation Aquila. The findings could challenge modern cosmology and Einstein's theory of relativity, raising questions about the speed of light. Other physicists, like Dr. P. James Peebles and Dr. Stephen Maran, expressed caution, emphasizing the need for thorough testing and verification to rule out systematic errors.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The newsletter consistently promotes UFO investigation and research, encouraging active participation in MUFON. It highlights the importance of documented cases like Shag Harbour and presents a wide range of phenomena, from physical sightings and crop circles to more speculative topics like alien classifications and cosmological anomalies. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry, presenting evidence and theories while acknowledging the need for scientific rigor and critical analysis. There is a strong emphasis on personal experience and the interpretation of those experiences, particularly in the context of alien encounters and psychological effects.

This document is the "MINNESOTA MUFON" Newsletter, a publication from the Minnesota chapter of the Mutual UFO Network. It appears to be a single-page issue, likely from the late 1990s given the "MUFON 1997 UFO SYMPOSIUM" announcement. The newsletter focuses on upcoming meetings, events, and contact information for members and interested individuals.

Key Personnel and Contacts

The newsletter lists key personnel for Minnesota MUFON:

• Richard Moss: State Director (Phone: (320) 732-3205)
• William McNeff: Asst. State Director (Phone: (612) 890-1390)
• Lynn Bell: Treasurer & Editor (Phone: (612) 645-9576, FAX: (612) 645-4526, Email: [email protected])
• Craig Lang: Field Investigator Coordinator (Phone: (612) 560-1532)

Contributors to the newsletter are also acknowledged: Craig Lang, Erich A. Aggen, Candy Peterson, Joe Dundovic, and Bob Schultz.

Meeting Information

• Minnesota MUFON Meetings:
• Frequency: Second Saturday of each month
• Time: 1:30 p.m.
• Location: Firstar Center, St. Paul, MN

• Theosophical Society Meetings:
• Time: 7:30 PM
• Location: 900 Mount Curve, Minneapolis, MN (Kenwood, above the Guthrie)
• Contacts: Peter Morris (926-1393), Rolf Canton (822-3155)

• International Tesla Society Meetings:
• Frequency: 3rd Saturday of each month
• Time: 1:00 to 5:00 PM
• Location: The Pavek Wireless Museum, 3515 Raleigh Avenue, St. Louis Park, MN
• Contacts: Jeff Rafferty (493-9060), Bob Bartholomew (420-4137)

Upcoming Events

• MUFON 1997 UFO SYMPOSIUM:
• Dates: July 11, 12, and 13
• Location: Amway Grand Plaza Hotel, Grand Rapids, Michigan
• Registration: Pre-registration tickets are $65 for all five sessions before June 21; $75 thereafter. Individual sessions are $20. The Friday evening reception is $15.
• Payment: Checks or money orders payable to MUFON 1997 Symposium, sent to: 3628 Aragon Drive, Lansing MI 48906-3508.

• WHOLE LIFE EXPO:
• Dates: May 9, 10, 11
• Location: Minneapolis Convention Center

Ticket outlets and complimentary expo directories for the WHOLE LIFE EXPO are listed for various locations in Minneapolis, Minnetonka, Golden Valley, Richfield, St. Paul, White Bear Lake, and Stillwater. These include Borders Books, Lakewinds Nat. Foods Co-op, Unity Christ Church, Mastel's Health Foods, Metaphysical Emporium, and Shoppe of Enlightenment.

Speakers and Topics

The WHOLE LIFE EXPO features a list of notable speakers and their topics:

• Dannion Brinkley: At Peace in the Light
• Richard Hatch: Moving from Fear to Self-Mastery
• Raymond Moody, MD: Visionary Encounters with the Departed
• Wallace Black Elk: Traditional Native American Ways
• Barbara Marciniak: Holding the Line of Light
• Judith Orloff, MD: How to Discover Your Psychic Gifts
• Joan Borysenko, PhD: Power of the Mind: A Healing Journey

An additional note states, "Plus many more national and local speakers!"

Other Information

National MUFON Hotline: To report UFO news or sightings, call 1-800-836-2166.

MUFONET: Operates on 7.237 MHz every Saturday at 7:00 AM, CST. Bob Schutz is the Net Control.

MN MUFON WEB PAGE: Visit http://www.wavefront.com/~jhenry/index.html. The Master of the Web is Joel Henry.

Newsletter Publication: The Minnesota MUFON Newsletter is printed six (6) times per year with an annual subscription rate of $12.00.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The newsletter clearly promotes the activities and interests of the Minnesota MUFON chapter and the broader MUFON organization. It functions as an informational bulletin, encouraging member participation, reporting of sightings, and attendance at related events. The inclusion of the WHOLE LIFE EXPO, featuring speakers on topics like "Visionary Encounters with the Departed," "Traditional Native American Ways," and "How to Discover Your Psychic Gifts," indicates a broad interest in paranormal, spiritual, and New Age phenomena beyond just traditional UFO sightings. The editorial stance is one of active engagement and information dissemination within the UFO and paranormal community.