MUFON Minnesota Journal - No 067

Magazine Overview

This issue of the MINNESOTA MUFON Newsletter, dated September/October 1997 and identified as Issue #67, focuses on the 1997 MUFON Symposium held in Grand Rapids, Michigan, which commemorated 'THE FIFTIETH ANNIVERSARY OF UFOLOGY.' The newsletter includes a variety of articles, reports, and reviews related to UFO phenomena, alien encounters, and related research.

From the State Director

The State Director begins by highlighting presentations from the 1997 MUFON Symposium. A key presenter was David Jacobs, an Associate Professor of History at Temple University and author of 'SECRET LIFE' and 'THE UFO CONTROVERSY IN AMERICA.' Jacobs, who has conducted over 700 hypnotic regressions with abductees and teaches a course on UFOs at Temple, presented on 'UFOS AT FIFTY: SOME PERSONAL OBSERVATIONS.' He shared his early experiences with UFO conventions, dating back to 1966, and how he became hooked on the subject. Jacobs also noted J. Allen Hynek's advice from a 1977 conference for researchers to specialize and let data guide hypotheses, finding this advice more relevant than ever.

Jacobs' dissertation research shifted from the image of women in pre-1915 motion pictures to the UFO phenomenon, realizing the fascination with the U.S. government's involvement with UFOs. He observed that UFOs appeared when they wanted to, seemed fascinated by humans, and were neither hostile nor friendly, but shy. By 1975, researchers began focusing on occupant cases, noting bizarre and absurd behaviors. Jacobs became convinced that the government was more inept than actively covering up UFO information, questioning the focus on conspiracy theories and suggesting a shift in research focus.

Minnesota MUFON Meetings

Information is provided for upcoming Minnesota MUFON meetings on Saturday, September 13, and October 11, 1997, from 1:30 PM to 5:00 PM at the Science Museum of MN, Computer Education Center. Attendees were instructed to enter through the Firstar Center on the 19th Floor and to arrive between 1:15 PM and 1:30 PM for elevator access.

Page 2: Abduction Research and Government Cover-ups

The article continues discussing the challenges in UFO research, including the difficulty in verifying sightings and the credibility of witnesses. It highlights the failure to attract significant scientific interest due to ridicule and the politics of science, placing the burden on lay individuals. The nature of UFOs is described as not being courteous visitors, appearing unexpectedly and taking on a life of their own. Attempts to predict UFO waves suggested intelligence. The article notes that by 1975, research shifted to occupant cases, with bizarre behaviors observed. It also touches upon the debate between government 'cover-up' versus 'foul-up' theories, with Jacobs leaning towards government ineptitude.

Page 3: The Shift to Abduction Research and Alien Agendas

David Jacobs argues that the UFO mystery has been studied for fifty years without government validation, reaching an impasse by 1980. He posits that abductions have changed the research landscape, providing evidence of alien intent, purpose, and motivation, allowing entry into objects and alien minds. This shift has led to new questions about whether aliens are here for humanity's good or their own. The article debunks the idea that UFOs chase cars for sport, suggesting it's a misremembered abduction event. It also clarifies that aliens do not instantly enter craft, but that abductee memories are often compressed. Evidence suggests alien intelligence is comprehensible, with advanced knowledge of human physiology. The article stresses the need to divorce UFO research from New Age entanglements and maintain a scientific spirit, identifying an 'alien agenda' focused on selfish exploitation of humans.

Page 4: MUFON Abduction Transcription Project Data

This section details the MUFON Abduction Transcription Project, which involves transcribing audio tapes from therapists and abduction researchers for analysis. The project has processed 906 transcripts from 254 cases, involving 177 females and 90 males. Dan Wright, the project manager, identified five key themes in abduction experiences: 1) Human sexuality and reproduction (including reproductive episodes, impregnation, fetus removal, and sexual stimulation), 2) Alien connection (kinship and use for reproductive purposes), 3) Instruction or mission (information imparted, teaching episodes, and potential future missions), 4) Changes (visions of drastic Earth changes and potential outcomes), and 5) Government involvement (recollection of military personnel, underground facilities, and military harassment).

Page 5: Shedding Light on Russian UFO Information

Paul Stonehill, a Russian-born researcher, discusses information he discovered from the former Soviet Union regarding UFOs. From the 1930s to 1989, UFO information was kept secret by the military, with special intelligence teams reportedly having contact with entities. Underwater sightings in Lake Baikal and Siberia are mentioned, including a craft that disassembled itself and emitted a noise that killed living creatures. Stonehill claims that despite the fall of the Soviet Union, much UFO information is still withheld, and serious ufologists are allegedly being murdered. He also suggests that U.S. intelligence cleaned out secret UFO files after the Soviet collapse. Disinformation is noted as a practice in both Russia and the U.S., with examples of fake alien encounters used for criminal purposes and rumors of organ harvesting from abductees. Stonehill also touches upon the Strategic Defense Initiative (SDI), suggesting it was designed for protection against UFOs rather than Russia.

A list of articles offered for sale by Paul Stonehill is included.

Page 6 & 7: Aliens and Children

This section features a narrative by Candy Peterson about a four-year-old girl's vivid and scary dreams about aliens. The dream includes detailed descriptions of aliens, transformations, traps, and a 'blue bubble' protecting the child. The mother notes the dream's similarities to abduction descriptions, despite the family's efforts to portray aliens as toys. The article questions the origin of such detailed dreams in a young child, suggesting it might be from an unknown external source or a collective unconscious realm. It emphasizes the importance of listening to children's dreams without judgment and recording their accounts.

Page 8: "Contact": UFOlogy and SETI

Written by Craig R. Lang, this article explores the relationship between the movie 'Contact,' UFOlogy, and the Search for Extra-Terrestrial Intelligence (SETI). Lang notes the public's increased interest in ET contact and discusses how both SETI and UFOlogy share a sense of wonder about life beyond Earth, despite differing approaches to verification. He highlights the intolerance between the two camps, with UFO circles often criticizing SETI as a waste of time and SETI researchers often showing disdain for UFOlogy. Lang defines SETI as the search for ET intelligence and outlines its two main branches: the 'All-Sky Survey' and the 'Directed Search.' He suggests that the acceptance of SETI as a field may be shifting the paradigm towards a broader acceptance of ET life and intelligence by mainstream science.

Page 9: SETI/UFOlogy Synergy and 'Masquerade of Angels'

Lang continues by discussing the potential synergy between SETI and UFOlogy, particularly abduction research. He argues that the detection of a single radio signal from a specific star system could lend significant credibility to the UFO ET hypothesis. Both SETI and UFOlogy are seen as valid avenues of research, requiring experimentation for confirmation or refutation. The article suggests that a rational and tolerant approach can allow both fields to contribute to each other.

The section also reviews 'Masquerade of Angels' by Karla Turner, Ph.D., with Ted Rice. The book is described as the story of Ted Rice, a 'noted psychic,' detailing his paranormal experiences, including hauntings and alien encounters. The authors investigated his experiences by interviewing witnesses. The book explores how Rice's life was seemingly designed by an unknown power, leading him through stress, depression, and metaphysical paranoia. It concludes with an incomplete understanding but a promise of further exploration.

Page 10: 'Masquerade of Angels' Continued and Remote Viewing

The review of 'Masquerade of Angels' continues, detailing Ted Rice's struggles with mental health and his encounters with an alien being named Volmo. The book reportedly reveals layers of screen memory illusions, including reptilians, sexual encounters, and human cloning. The article notes that 'Masquerade of Angels II' was in the works and that Ted Rice was collecting other people's experiences and publishing a newsletter. The impact of Karla Turner's subsequent cancer illness and death on these plans is mentioned.

The issue also includes a section titled 'The Top Ten Things About Remote Viewing,' offering comments from a student of the CRV Basic Course. The student emphasizes that remote viewing is not easy and requires extensive practice. The article debunks claims of quick mastery and clarifies that CRV teaches how to structure, improve, and document psychic abilities, rather than teaching how to be psychic. It includes a list of things learned the hard way, such as the difficulty of validating targets and the complex nature of subconscious communication.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue revolve around the ongoing exploration of UFO phenomena, alien encounters, and the scientific and societal implications of these subjects. There's a strong emphasis on abduction research, with detailed accounts and project data. The newsletter also highlights the intersection of UFOlogy with other fields like SETI and psychic phenomena, suggesting a broader scope of inquiry. The editorial stance appears to be one of open-minded investigation, encouraging scientific rigor while acknowledging the more speculative aspects of the field. There's a clear effort to present diverse perspectives, from academic research to personal accounts and book reviews, all within the context of promoting UFO awareness and research.

Title: MINNESOTA MUFON
Issue: Newsletter
Volume: 6
Date: 1997
Publisher: Minnesota MUFON
Country: USA
Language: English

This issue of the Minnesota MUFON Newsletter focuses on the work of field investigators and the depth of UFO-related experiences. It highlights that initial reports of sightings often lead to more complex cases involving abductions and related phenomena.

Field Investigator Update

The lead article, "Field Investigator Update" by Craig R. Lang, the F.I. Coordinator, discusses the ongoing investigations conducted by MINNESOTA MUFON during the summer and spring. Lang emphasizes that many reports, which may initially seem like simple sightings of lights or daylight disks, often turn out to involve more profound experiences, such as abductions, when investigators probe deeper.

Lang recounts a case where multiple witnesses observed strange lights. While the initial sighting was easily explained as an airplane (IFO), further questioning revealed that one witness and their mother had significant abduction memories, even without prior exposure to UFO literature. This investigation is ongoing.

Another case involved a witness who described a classic daylight disk. During the standard interview, the witness expressed eagerness to share a lifetime of close encounter, paranormal, and missing time experiences after the initial sighting report was completed.

Lang's "moral of the story" is that directly reported sightings are often just the beginning. He stresses the importance for investigators to "gently inquire just a little deeper" to uncover potentially hidden aspects of a case.

For those interested in becoming field investigators, Lang mentions that classes are offered about three times a year, depending on interest. He invites individuals with sufficient time, energy, and objectivity to contact him.

Contact Information and Resources

• The newsletter provides contact details for key Minnesota MUFON personnel:
• Richard Moss: State Director (320) 732-3205
• William McNeff: Asst. State Director (612) 890-1390
• Lynn Bell: Newsletter (612) 645-9576
• Craig Lang: Field Investigator Coordinator (612) 560-1532

Contributors to the newsletter are listed as Joe Dundovic, Craig Lang, and Candy Peterson.

Meetings and Contributions

MINNESOTA MUFON meetings are held on the second Saturday of each month at 1:30 p.m. at the Firstar Center in St. Paul, MN. News or editorial contributions are welcomed and should be directed to Lynn Bell at 1834 No. Asbury St., Falcon Heights, MN 55113. Her contact information includes Ph (612) 645-9576 and FAX (612) 645-4526, with the email address [email protected].

Subscription and Hotlines

The newsletter is printed six times a year, with an annual subscription rate of $12.00. A National MUFON Hotline is available to report UFO news, sightings, etc., at 1-800-836-2166.

MUFONET and Web Presence

The MUFONET operates on 7.237 mhz at 7:00 CST on Saturday mornings, with Bob Schutz as Net Control. The Minnesota MUFON web page can be accessed at http://www.wavefront.com/~jhenry/index.html, managed by Webmeister Joel Henry.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The primary theme of this issue is the investigative methodology within MUFON, particularly the importance of thoroughness and empathetic inquiry to uncover the full scope of UFO-related experiences. The editorial stance, as conveyed by Craig Lang, is one of diligent and open-minded investigation, recognizing that UFO phenomena often involve complex personal histories beyond the initial sighting. The newsletter also serves as a vital communication channel for MUFON members, providing information on meetings, contacts, and reporting mechanisms.