MUFON Minnesota Journal - No 085

Magazine Overview

This issue of the Minnesota MUFON Journal, dated September/October 2000, issue #85, focuses on the potential end of government secrecy surrounding UFOs and extraterrestrial intelligence. The 'Directors Report' by William I. McNeff sets the tone by posing the question, "Is the end of government secrecy about UFOs/ETs near?"

Panel Discussions on the Future of Ufology

The journal features responses from a panel of speakers at the MUFON 2000 Symposium. Bruce Maccabbee believes government secrecy will persist, with improved data collection but limited public concern. Stan Friedman is involved in a program called "The Cosmic Cover-up" and anticipates the government might offer its interpretation of the Ramey memo. John Carpenter notes the internet's role in improving communication about abductions. Stan Gordon sees increasing availability of data and faster communications. Jerry Rowles asserts that ufology is becoming more accepted as a science, emphasizing strict scientific methodology and cooperation, citing a positive relationship with the FAA. John Greenewald and Linda Corley do not expect government acknowledgment of UFOs soon. Greg Avery observes a societal shift, with people, including young people, showing increased curiosity about UFOs.

Kevin Randle stresses the need for higher scientific standards and accreditation for ufologists. Dr. Robert Wood agrees on the need for scientific standards and proving the provenance of documents. John Schuessler highlights challenges in uniting people and ufologists due to rapid societal changes and differing opinions, though he notes the UFO Coalition is working on research proposals. The article also mentions an article in the Boston Globe about the French COMETA report, which suggests UFOs should be taken seriously. Jerome Clark, however, expresses skepticism, predicting the report will have no impact for a generation, a sentiment echoed by others who have heard similar predictions for decades.

Despite skepticism, the author expresses optimism, citing the increase in serious TV programs and public interest. The article notes George W. Bush's promise to address UFOs, referencing a CNN recording where he responded affirmatively to a question about their reality. It also mentions Webster Hubbell's experience of being stonewalled by agencies when investigating UFOs for President Clinton.

Mike Siegal, the new M.C. of "Coast-to-Coast," plans a conference to bring together various UFO research groups to present UFO material and put the government on the defensive. The COMETA report suggests diplomatic action by the European Union towards the U.S. regarding UFOs. Dr. Steven Greer has launched Disclosure News Programming (DNP) to coordinate a global release of evidence regarding extraterrestrial intelligence and covert government projects.

Specific UFO/UAP Reports and Investigations

British UFO Secrets Revealed

An article by Sally Suddock reports that a Wales chemist, Colin Ridyard, obtained two UK Ministry of Defense UFO reports from 1999 after intervention by a government ombudsman. These reports detail a high-speed object with bright strobe lights over the Midlands and a large object traveling at 3,000 mph over the Scottish coast, observed by an air traffic controller. The British Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) also has additional sighting reports. Another incident involved a pilot over the North Sea being illuminated by an incandescent light, with other aircraft also witnessing a high-speed ball of light. A Boeing 757 pilot also reported an unidentified military-looking aircraft over the North Sea.

Majestic-12 Program Evidence

Ryan Wood and Dr. Bob Wood present "New Evidence Supports Reality of the Majestic Porgram," citing documents from the Truman Presidential library that allegedly support the existence of a secret high-level investigation into flying saucers in 1948. They mention Psychological Strategy Board documents linking to presidential briefings and the CIA Current Intelligence Review. Further evidence is promised from the Truman Archive concerning the 1947 New Mexico crash events, including a lack of White House telephone records for July 4th-6th, 1947, and a meeting with Senator Carl A. Hatch. Links are provided to "Intelligence Estimate for Truman on Unidentified Aircraft Sightings Over the US" and a "Flying Saucer Analytical Report."

Brazilian Anti-Gravity Research

Tony Craddock reports on physics professor Fran De Aquino of Maranhao State University in Brazil, who has theoretically shown how to produce anti-gravity and build a gravity-powered motor. His work, peer-reviewed by 36 scientists, has reportedly received endorsement from a Nobel prize-winner and a $600,000 grant from the US Department of Energy for validation. The papers, including plans for a Gravity Motor and Anti-Gravity Disc, are available for download from the CSETI Website.

BAe's Anti-Gravity Research

James Meek reports on BAe Systems' "Project Greenglow," an anti-gravity research program. Inspired by Russian scientist Yevgeny Podkletnov's experiments with superconducting discs, BAe Systems is exploring gravity shielding. The project, led by mathematician Ron Evans, is described as a speculative research program. Podkletnov claimed in 1996 to have discovered a way to shield objects from gravity, but faced ridicule and withdrew his paper.

Pioneering Astronaut Sees UFO Cover-up

Leonard David writes about former astronaut Leroy Gordon Cooper Jr., who claims the government has withheld information about alien spacecraft visiting Earth. Cooper advocates for the government to open its books on UFO research, stating that many qualified people have had encounters with extraterrestrial craft.

German Fighter Ace Red Baron Shot Down a UFO in 1917

This article recounts the claim of Peter Waitzrik, a 105-year-old former German Air Force pilot, who alleges that the Red Baron, Manfred von Richtofen, shot down a UFO over Belgium in 1917. Waitzrik describes the craft as a "glittering silver spaceship" with "undulating orange lights," from which two "little baldheaded guys" emerged and fled into the woods. He claims he and the Baron reported the incident but were told not to mention it again.

Physicist Classifies Galactic Civilizations

Sally Suddock reports on physicist Dr. Michio Kaku's classification of alien civilizations into three types based on technological mastery: Type 1 (planet power), Type 2 (star power), and Type 3 (galactic power). Kaku believes Earth has likely already been visited by other civilizations, possibly residing on the moon. He suggests that advanced civilizations would use self-replicating probes for interstellar travel.

Scientific Exploration of Time and Physics

Backwards to the Future

An article sourced from New Scientist discusses Lawrence Schulman's theory that regions of the universe could have a backward arrow of time, coexisting with regions of normal time. Schulman's computer models suggest that interactions between regions with opposite time arrows do not necessarily destroy each other, leading to a surprising conclusion about the robustness of time's direction. The theory explores possibilities like a universe contracting into a "big crunch" or the existence of "dark matter" as reverse-time matter. The article also touches upon the idea of communicating with reverse-time beings and the potential for paradoxes.

Crossing the Divide

Further discussion on Schulman's theory explores the implications of boundary conditions on time's arrow. It considers the possibility of observing ultra-slow processes, like the decay of atomic nuclei with extremely long half-lives, as a way to test these concepts. The article also mentions the idea of galaxy clustering being affected by a future contraction phase and the possibility of an inexplicable fractal structure in the universe possibly being a memory of the future.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue revolve around the persistent mystery of UFOs, the perceived government cover-up, and the scientific and theoretical exploration of related phenomena. There is a strong undercurrent of advocating for transparency and disclosure of information regarding UFOs and potential extraterrestrial contact. The journal also engages with cutting-edge scientific theories, such as anti-gravity and the nature of time, suggesting a broad interest in unexplained phenomena and their scientific implications. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry, encouraging the investigation of these subjects while maintaining a critical eye on methodology and evidence, as exemplified by the emphasis on scientific standards and the skepticism expressed towards unsubstantiated claims.

This issue of the Minnesota MUFON Journal, identified as issue number 11, focuses on the urgent need for disclosure regarding extraterrestrial phenomena and related covert programs. The cover prominently features an announcement for a new meeting location for the Minnesota MUFON chapter.

Disclosure Efforts and Witness Accounts

The lead article discusses a news conference where top-secret witnesses are revealing information about the nature of their direct knowledge concerning extraterrestrial subjects. It states that over 200 such witnesses have been identified across various countries, including the US, Brazil, United Kingdom, Denmark, Germany, Norway, Belgium, Russia, and Italy. The article notes that this civilian effort to disclose information has been repeatedly encouraged and even green-lighted by briefings at the Pentagon and discussions with senior congressional leaders and Executive Branch staff.

Disclosure News Programming (DNP) and its strategies are backed by a team of senior researchers and consultants with expertise in military affairs, international affairs, national security, science, and technology. The team has recently been joined by a senior aerospace executive who possesses knowledge dating back to the 1970s concerning the planned use of the Ballistic Missile Defense ('Star Wars' program) to target extraterrestrial objects, despite a lack of evidence for any credible threat from these craft.

The article asserts that the combination of accelerating global environmental degradation and the dangers of space weaponization necessitates a near-term disclosure process. The potential benefits to humanity from disclosure are presented as outweighing the risks of inaction, making such an effort a global imperative.

The public is invited to contribute by referring credible government and corporate witnesses with firsthand knowledge of these covert programs, along with any other evidence or materials, to Disclosure News Programming (DNP). Contact information for DNP, including Steven M. Greer, MD, is provided, along with telephone, fax, and email details.

Minnesota MUFON Activities and Personnel

The issue announces a change in the meeting location for the Minnesota MUFON chapter. The October 14th meeting will be held at the Fairview Center at 1910 West County Road B because the Roseville Activity Center is permanently closing and will be demolished. This is described as a temporary interim location, with plans to secure a room for November and December meetings. The capacity of the new room is estimated to be between 30-40 people. There is also a possibility of holding a meeting room for a proposed presentation by Don Schmitt on Sunday, October 9th, potentially at a Barnes & Noble location.

A section highlights the recognition of Craig Lang, the FI Coordinator for Minnesota MUFON, who was honored with a plaque at the National MUFON Symposium on July 14th for his outstanding Field Investigation (FI) reports and efforts. The Minnesota MUFON expresses pride in Craig and his leadership.

Contact information for Minnesota MUFON is provided, including State Director Richard Moss, Assistant State Director Bill McNeff, Field Investigation Coordinator Craig Lang, and Journal Editor Joel Henry. The postal address for Joel Henry in Apple Valley, MN, and an email address ([email protected]) are listed. The Minnesota MUFON web page is http://www.mnmufon.org, maintained by Joel Henry. Information about MUFONET, a radio net on 7.237mhz, is also included, with Bob Shultz as Net Control.

Reporting UFO News and Journal Contributions

The National MUFON Hotline is provided for reporting UFO news and sightings at 1-800-836-2166. Readers are directed to www.mnmufon.org/mmj.htm for back issues of the Minnesota MUFON Journal. Contributions, news, and editorial submissions to the journal are welcomed and should be directed to the Editor.

A note on copyrights clarifies that articles are the property of their originators and are reprinted with permission or are believed to be in the public domain. Permission to use or reprint must be obtained from the original authors.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue revolve around the imperative of UFO disclosure, the role of witnesses and organizations like Disclosure News Programming and MUFON, and the practical aspects of local chapter activities. The editorial stance appears to be strongly in favor of transparency regarding UFO phenomena, emphasizing the potential global benefits and the urgency driven by current environmental and geopolitical concerns. There is a clear call for public participation in gathering and disseminating information from credible sources.