MUFON Minnesota Journal - No 084

Magazine Overview

Title: Minnesota MUFON Journal
Issue: #84
Date: July/August 2000
Publisher: Minnesota MUFON

This issue of the Minnesota MUFON Journal delves into the crucial aspect of credibility within the UFO research community, featuring a "Directors Report" by William I. McNeff that emphasizes the public's varying levels of respect for different professions and how this impacts belief in UFOs and extraterrestrial life.

Credibility and the Incredible

The lead article, "Credibility and the Incredible," highlights the importance of testimonials from credible sources, such as doctors and astronauts, when discussing UFOs. It recounts Donald K. "Deke" Slayton's firsthand account of seeing a UFO during a maintenance test flight in an F-51. Slayton initially mistook the object for a kite, then a weather balloon, before realizing it was a disk on edge that outclimbed and outran his aircraft at high speed. He notes that ground observers later computed the object's speed at an astonishing four thousand miles per hour.

The article also references statements from other astronauts, including Edgar Mitchell, Eugene Cernan, Gordon Cooper, and Brian O'Leary, who have supported the idea of UFOs as alien spacecraft. It mentions a discrepancy where Neil Armstrong reportedly confirmed seeing UFOs to Maurice Chatelain, former chief of NASA Communications Systems, but later denied it in a videotaped interview, suggesting a possible effort to deny UFO reality.

Disclosure News Programming Announcement

A significant announcement details the launch of "Disclosure News Programming" (DNP), an initiative spearheaded by Dr. Steven M. Greer. This project aims to disclose definitive evidence and proof regarding extraterrestrial intelligence and UFOs, funded to conduct a multimedia global release of evidence and testimony from top-secret witnesses. The initiative includes investigative news specials, books, an internet site, and executive briefings. It notes that over 200 top-secret witnesses have been identified globally, and the effort has received encouragement from high-level government officials. The DNP is supported by a team of experts and aims to accelerate disclosure due to global environmental degradation and the weaponization of space.

Book Review - Thiaoouba Prophesy

Casey Holt reviews "Thiaoouba Prophesy" by Michel Desmarquet, an Australian book detailing experiences on a ninth-level planet called Thiaoouba. The book covers a wide range of subjects including Earth's history, astral travel, telepathy, and advanced beings. The author claims to have been taken aboard a spacecraft to Thiaoouba for nine days to learn about their culture and alien planets, with the mission to report back to Earth to foster spiritual development and environmental awareness. The review highlights incredible details, such as decisions made 1.35 million years ago on the planet Bakaratini, the precise dimensions of a pyramid on MU, and the concept of Astral bodies containing billions of electrons with memory. It also discusses the settlement of Earth by extraterrestrial groups, the destruction of MU and Atlantis, and the founding of the Jewish race. The book suggests that natural law allows intervention to prevent disasters, citing an instance where Germany was prevented from developing the atomic bomb first. It also touches upon practical solutions like developing hydrogen engines, which have been suppressed by profit-oriented organizations.

Spontaneous Invisibility

Craig R. Lang's article, "Spontaneous Invisibility: The Mystery We Can Not See," explores strange phenomena associated with close encounters, including psychic abilities, paranormal fallout, and the "Oz factor" where reality appears to change. The article focuses on the concept of spontaneous invisibility, where an experiencer seems to become undetectable. It cites researchers like Budd Hopkins and Donna Higbee and mentions Minnesota MUFON's prior interviews with experiencers. Several local cases are presented: one in south Minneapolis where a witness saw a UFO but her neighbors were unaware of her presence, and another in western Minnesota involving an abductee who found her friends unresponsive while she observed a UFO. The article also discusses a case where an experiencer described a chain of events involving a close encounter, psychic episodes, and spontaneous invisibility, including an incident of driving while seemingly invisible. The "Holographic Universe" model by Michael Talbot is presented as a potential framework for understanding these phenomena, suggesting that reality is a holographic projection from an "Implicate Order."

RadioShack to Sponsor Moon Mission

This section reports on U.S. electronics retailer RadioShack Corp. co-sponsoring the first commercial lunar landing, the "Icebreaker Moon Rover" probe by LunaCorp. The mission aims to find ancient ice, potentially providing rocket fuel and secrets of the solar system. David Gump, LunaCorp President, views space exploration as a frontier for private companies. The article notes that declining launch costs, partly due to reusable launch vehicles, are making commercial space flight more accessible. Marco Caceres, senior space analyst at Teal Group, suggests possibilities like space tourism and lunar farming.

M.D. Takes Survey of UFO Sightings and Abductions

David Gordon, an M.D., presents the results of a 1992 survey conducted among his HMO practice members to establish the veracity and scope of UFO sightings and contact reports. Out of 1050 members surveyed, 115 (11%) reported seeing a UFO. Only two reported it to authorities. The survey also explored contact with entities, abduction experiences, and unexplained missing time. The findings suggest that contact with non-earth intelligence is not rare and may be kept secret by individuals until directly asked by a trusted professional.

Field Investigator Update

Craig Lang provides an update on field investigations. Bill McNeff reports on photographic evidence of a possible ET handprint found by an experiencer named "Andy" in Minnetonka. Andy has installed video cameras that have recorded periods of heavy electronic interference, and unusual temperature spikes during suspected abduction nights. Andy also reported finding a four-fingered alien handprint on a car. Lang notes that this case aligns with another investigation in northwestern Wisconsin involving physical evidence, including a possible handprint.

Lang also describes his experiences presenting on UFO sightings and close encounters, noting the strong reactions from attendees who shared deeply felt stories of unexplained events. He highlights the prevalence of experiencers and the need for more investigators.

Results of 6/10/00 Aura Viewing Experiment

Craig R. Lang details a preliminary experiment on aura viewing conducted at a MUFON meeting. Five volunteers who reported being able to see auras observed a test subject. The results indicated a high degree of consistency in color (white or pale), width, and stability of the aura, though intensity varied. The experiment suggests that auras may be a bona fide phenomenon, and further research is planned.

Carter White House Probe Into Extraterrestrial Communications Suppressed

This section summarizes claims from Alfred Webre's new book, "EXOPOLITICS," alleging that a 1977-78 White House study into extraterrestrial communications during the Carter administration was secretly suppressed by Pentagon officials. The book posits that Earth is intentionally quarantined by a structured, rational universe society and that "Exopolitics" is key to transforming humanity's future by understanding inter-stellar politics.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue revolve around the credibility of UFO witnesses and research, the potential for government disclosure of extraterrestrial contact, and the exploration of anomalous phenomena like spontaneous invisibility and auras. The journal consistently promotes the idea that UFO sightings and encounters are significant events that warrant serious investigation. There's an underlying stance that the public is often kept in the dark by authorities and that independent research organizations like MUFON play a vital role in uncovering and disseminating information about these phenomena. The issue also highlights the growing interest and investment in commercial space exploration, suggesting a future where space is more accessible to private entities.

This document is page 11 of the Minnesota MUFON Journal, dated April 2000. It primarily focuses on promoting the eBook serial "EXOPOLITICS - Part One" by Alfred Lambremont Webre, featuring early reviews and author credentials. It also serves as a contact point for the Minnesota MUFON organization, providing contact details, website links, and information about their radio net.

EXOPOLITICS eBook Review

The section begins with a glowing review of Alfred Lambremont Webre's "EXOPOLITICS - Part One," an eBook serial from UniverseBooks. The reviewer from New Zealand, in April 2000, describes it as "great" and states that "the world needs a book like [EXOPOLITICS]." They praise Webre's writing style, finding it easy to read and suitable for "philosophical types."

Further information about accessing EXOPOLITICS, including a reader's excerpt, is provided via the URL: http://www.universebooks.com/exopoliticsexcerpt1.html.

Author Profile: Alfred Lambremont Webre

Alfred Lambremont Webre, JD, MEd, is presented with extensive credentials. He is described as a futurist at Stanford Research Institute, specializing in extraterrestrial communication in conjunction with the National Science Foundation and the Carter White House. His "context communication theory of extraterrestrial intervention" was first introduced in his earlier book, "The Age of Cataclysm," published in various editions and formats between 1974 and 1975. Webre is also identified as a science journalist frequently consulted by national and international media on cometary and near space issues. In the summer of 1999, he appeared on over 60 media programs in the US and abroad discussing near space catastrophe. His most recent book is "The Levesque Cases" (1990), described as futuristic political journalism.

Webre's educational background includes being a Fulbright Scholar, a graduate of Yale University, Yale Law School (where he was a National Scholar), and the University of Texas Counseling Program. His professional experience encompasses roles as an Environmental lawyer, Futurist, University teacher, Author, Radio talk show host, and Community health and social activist. He has taught at Yale University and the University of Texas. He has also served as a Non Governmental Delegate to the United Nations and a delegate to the Texas Democratic Convention. Webre resides in Vancouver, BC, with his wife, Dr. Geri DeStefano-Webre, a psychotherapist and psychic associated with Global Psychics.

Media inquiries and requests for review copies of EXOPOLITICS can be directed to [email protected] or by calling 604-733-8134.

Minnesota MUFON UFO Web Page Links

Joel Henry, the webmaster for the Minnesota MUFON site, discusses his role in maintaining link pages for other MUFON sites. He emphasizes his effort to keep these links accurate and current and encourages visitors to inform him of any missing MUFON pages. Henry expresses his anticipation of discussing website strategies with fellow MUFON webmasters at the national MUFON symposium in St. Louis, MO, aiming to improve public service and achieve consistency, thereby reducing redundant information.

Minnesota MUFON Contact Information

The Minnesota MUFON section provides key contact details:

• State Director: Richard Moss (Phone: 320-732-3205)
• Assistant State Director: Bill McNeff (Phone: 952-890-1390)
• Field Investigation Coordinator: Margaret DeHarpPorte
• Journal Editor: Joel Henry
• Mailing Address: PO Box 240631, Apple Valley, MN 55124
• Phone: (952) 431-2426
• E-Mail: [email protected]

The Minnesota MUFON web page can be accessed at: http://www.mnmufon.org. Joel Henry is listed as the webmaster.

Additionally, MUFONET information is provided: a radio net operating on 7.237mhz on Saturdays at 7:00 am CST, with Bob Shultz as Net Control.

National MUFON Hotline

A National MUFON Hotline is available for reporting UFO news and sightings at 1-800-836-2166.

Minnesota MUFON Journal Archives

Back issues of the Minnesota MUFON Journal are available in PDF format at: www.mnmufon.org/mmj.htm.

Editorial Contributions

Contributions and inquiries for the journal are welcomed and should be directed to the Editor.

Copyright Notice

A note clarifies that copyrights for the articles belong to the originator(s) or their assignees. Articles are reprinted with permission or are believed to be in the public domain. Permission for use or reprint must be obtained from the original author(s).

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue revolve around the promotion of exopolitics and UFO research, particularly through the "EXOPOLITICS" eBook serial and the activities of MUFON. The editorial stance appears to be one of active engagement in disseminating information about UFO phenomena and related subjects, encouraging community participation through web links, hotlines, and contributions to the journal. There is an emphasis on providing resources and contact points for individuals interested in these topics, as well as a focus on the professional credentials and activities of key figures in the field.