MUFON Minnesota Journal - No 124

Magazine Overview

This issue of the Minnesota MUFON Journal, dated March/April 2007, Issue #124, delves into various aspects of the UFO phenomenon, with a strong emphasis on encounters involving aircraft. The cover story, "Flying Saucer - Aircraft Encounters" by Dick Moss, highlights historical cases and the complexities of such sightings.

Flying Saucer - Aircraft Encounters

The lead article by Dick Moss discusses the disturbing component of UFOs interacting with aircraft, referencing well-known cases like Thomas Mantell over Fort Knox and George Gorman over Fargo. The Gorman case is detailed, where the pilot considered a collision course with the UFO before it sped away. The article notes the military's concern over the incident occurring over populated areas and speculates about the possibility of thought transference between humans and aliens. It also mentions the increase in pilot testimonials appearing in media.

Another significant encounter described is that of Flight-Lieutenant James Salandin in October 1954. Piloting a Gloster Meteor 8, he encountered a large, double-convex shaped object on a head-on collision course. The object swerved to avoid a collision, and Salandin, though having a camera, did not have time to capture a photo.

The article then presents a series of brief flying saucer cases illustrating varied UFO forms and maneuvers: three red ovals pacing a plane and climbing at high speed; a green ellipse causing electromagnetic effects on instruments; an object buzzing a plane and photos being confiscated; three round objects changing relative positions; a yellow object darting, hovering, and speeding away; a glowing object ejecting six small cigar-shaped objects; a black cylinder disappearing when investigated by a fighter plane; and a bright glowing sphere pacing a plane.

These examples are drawn from Richard Hall's book, "The UFO Evidence - Volume II," with a recommendation to consult pages 115-128 for further details.

Ted Phillips: A Man of Many Talents

This section, written by Lorna Hunter, MN MUFON Field Investigator, profiles Ted Phillips, highlighting his diverse talents as an engineer, musician, photographer, race car driver, and speleologist. Phillips has amassed over 3100 UFO trace evidence cases from 91 countries since beginning his investigations in 1964 with the Lonny Zamora case. His musical background includes playing drums at Sun Records with Jerry Lee Lewis. He also collects antique cameras and has advised on historical cameras for films. As a race car driver, he enjoys sprint cars and midgets. His involvement with UFO research began after contacting J. Allen Hynek in 1968. Phillips was invited to join Hynek's "Invisible College" and was asked to specialize in trace landings. He, Hynek, and Jaques Vallee met with the UN Secretary-General in 1977. Phillips is a founder and director of the Center for Physical Trace Research and has appeared on the History Channel's "UFO Files." He is scheduled to be a guest speaker for the 20th Anniversary of MUFON meetings in Minnesota, presenting cases with images and video.

The CE4 Corner: Skeptics and Experiencers

Craig R Lang discusses his experiences at MarsCon 2007, noting the prevalence of skeptics within the science fiction community who accept UFOs only in fiction. He found that while many were skeptical, a core group of attendees were experiencers, seeking science fiction as a coping mechanism. Lang recounts conversations with an off-duty law enforcement officer and an experiencer who had multiple encounters. He emphasizes that for many experiencers, later-life events become more positive and spiritual. Lang questions the worth of his contributions but believes he provided a lifeline to experiencers.

Chicago Phenomenon Rekindles UFO Debate

Dom Armentano, guest columnist, reports on the Chicago Tribune's unprecedented front-page UFO story on January 2, 2007, detailing a gray, egg-shaped object seen over Chicago O'Hare International Airport on November 7, 2006. The object was low, visible for minutes, and observed by airport personnel. It reportedly disappeared straight up through the overcast. Witness descriptions were consistent: no wings or lights, metallic surface, and a haze around the bottom. The FAA initially denied knowledge but later claimed it was a weather phenomenon after a FOIA request. United Airlines employees reportedly filed written reports but were instructed not to talk. A United mechanic stated it was not an Earth aircraft.

The article then presents two early, secret government UFO documents: a 1947 memorandum from Gen. Nathan Twining stating the "flying disc" phenomenon is real and has extreme operating characteristics, and a 1947 Intelligence Collection Memorandum by Lt Col. George Garrett detailing features like tight formations, evasive action, and the ability to cut through clouds. The author suggests these early conclusions align with the O'Hare sighting and questions if this incident marks the end of a 60-year government cover-up.

Dialogue with an Experiencer

William I. McNeff interviews "Andy," an experiencer who, with his family, has had multiple encounters with "small gray aliens." Andy believes that humanity is too primitive to be entrusted with advanced technologies and is content to be "farmed" by extraterrestrials. He suggests a secret society controls world energy systems and that energy technology has not advanced significantly in over a century, with patents for more efficient engines allegedly destroyed. Andy views humanity as inherently greedy and dangerous, questioning if aliens can change this through selective breeding. He suggests focusing on higher mind experiments about existence rather than trying to prove ET presence to a public more interested in material possessions. McNeff counters that religion can be a psychological pacifier but also a motivator for good, and that he has witnessed apparent miracles.

Dutch Abduction Reports Match U.S. Pattern

Filip Coppens reports on the work of Dutch hypnotherapist Hilda Musch, who has counseled over 80 abductees. Musch's abductees report experiences identical to those in American literature, including grey beings, a taller controller, ice-cold surroundings, mind scans, and baby/fetus presentations. Drawings from children and adults depict a consistent "examination room." The article highlights the case of Ine, who, four months pregnant, experienced a UFO encounter and subsequently lost the baby, with hypnosis revealing a beam of light from the UFO took the baby. Ine believes this may be abduction-related.

Hilda Musch notes that many abductees are told "they" are "doing this" because of humanity's actions on the planet, echoing sentiments reported by Professor John Mack.

TV Show Planned on Hunt for Texas Bigfoot

Bill Hanna reports on a planned reality-TV show called "Capturing Bigfoot." Bigfoot explorer Tom Biscardi, 58, is leading expeditions in the woods outside Paris, Texas, believing a Bigfoot family lives in old Army bunkers. Biscardi sells Bigfoot merchandise and hosts a radio show. He offers 24-hour expeditions for $375. Lamar County Judge Chuck Superville welcomes the attention. Biscardi describes the area as "prehistoric." Other Bigfoot enthusiasts, like Craig Woolheater of the Texas Bigfoot Research Conservancy, criticize Biscardi's methods as being for media coverage and commercial purposes, stating TBRC is not affiliated with him. Biscardi claims he is often the only one willing to help traumatized individuals and plans to study any captured Bigfoot for 90 days before releasing it.

Pilots, UFOs and Job Discrimination

Don Allis discusses the alleged practice by major airlines of discouraging pilots from reporting UFO sightings due to fear of job and pension jeopardy. This is speculated to be to avoid scaring customers and being perceived as an "joke airline." The influence of governments in maintaining cover-ups is also considered. Several pilot commentaries from NARCAP (National Aviation Reporting Center on Anomalous Phenomena) are included, detailing instances where pilots feared reporting sightings due to potential repercussions, such as being tested for drugs or being deemed hallucinating. Ted Roe of NARCAP notes that such fears lead to inaccurate data regarding potential hazards. The article poses the question of whether national UFO groups can affiliate with pro bono attorneys to support pilots facing discrimination, suggesting this could encourage more witnesses to come forward and potentially lead to disclosure.

Film Mixes Christianity with UFOs

Kevin Jackson reports on the movie "Unidentified," produced by Christian director Rich Christiano. The film attempts to fuse Christianity and UFOs, exploring themes of hoaxes, alien threats, and end times from a biblical perspective. The plot follows two investigative reporters looking into an alleged abduction case. The film is praised for being thought-provoking and Christ-centered.

Navy Shot at UFO in 1896

Art Champoux recounts a report from the Portsmouth Herald Newspaper dated November 1896, detailing an incident at the Portsmouth, New Hampshire Naval Yard. Two US Navy guards fired at a silent, white/yellowish oblong object flying over the yard. The bullets hit the object, which then brightened and sped away. The incident was reported to the base commander and admiral, who received written statements from the guards. The article notes that the US had no flying craft in 1896, raising questions about the object's origin. It also references an article by B.J. Booth on "Before the Wright Brothers...There Were UFOs" and the "Airship Hysteria" of 1896-97.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue include the intersection of UFOs and conventional aircraft, the challenges faced by witnesses (particularly pilots) in reporting sightings, the nature of UFO trace evidence, and the ongoing debate between skeptics and experiencers. The journal also touches upon government secrecy and potential cover-ups, as well as the integration of UFO phenomena with religious or spiritual perspectives. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry into these phenomena, encouraging the sharing of evidence and experiences while acknowledging the skepticism and potential risks involved for witnesses. The publication actively promotes MUFON's activities and resources, suggesting a commitment to advancing the study of UFOs.

This issue of the Minnesota MUFON Journal, dated March 13, 2007, focuses on UFO sightings and related phenomena. The cover story, "A Triangular Shape Hovering And Missing Time," details a personal account from the Moose Lake Area, Minnesota.

Historical Airship Sightings

The issue begins with a historical overview of airship patent applications in the late 1890s, referencing Samuel Pierpont Langley's aeroplane tests and Solomon Andree's Arctic balloon trip. It highlights a period of increased airship sightings reported in newspapers around Sacramento, California, in late 1896 and early 1897. William Randolph Hearst's San Francisco Examiner is quoted criticizing this as 'fake journalism.'

Moose Lake Sighting and Missing Time

A personal report from the Moose Lake Area, Minnesota, describes a sighting in 2002. The witness, driving late at night, observed a triangle-shaped object hovering about 200 feet off the ground. The object had alternating red, blue, and green lights on its corners and a dome-shaped, mother-of-pearl-like illuminated section on the bottom. After observing the object for several minutes, the witness continued to a friend's house, only to discover that approximately two hours had passed, indicating a period of missing time. The witness later found similar triangular craft descriptions online, including one witnessed by Darrell Barker.

IBM Search Tool for Paranormal Topics

An article from NetworkWorld.com announces IBM's collaboration with The Anomalies Network to create a search tool called UFO Crawler. This tool, powered by IBM's OmniFind Yahoo! Edition, aims to help users find information on paranormal, unexplained, and bizarre topics by searching vast archives, including the Anomalies Network's collection. The article notes a rise in UFO sightings and mentions specific examples like a disc-shaped object at Chicago's O'Hare Airport and lights seen in the Phoenix region.

Paradigm Research Group Press Release

A press release from Paradigm Research Group (PRG) dated March 5, 2007, discusses assertions made by Paul Hellyer, former Canadian Defence Minister. Hellyer claims that suppressed technology derived from extraterrestrial crashed vehicles could significantly impact the response to global warming. This assertion was reportedly revealed in the Ottawa Citizen, Toronto Sun, and Yahoo News following Al Gore's documentary on climate change. The release also mentions an upcoming press conference in Toronto related to a documentary called "Fastwalkers."

MUFON Meetings and Reports

Several sections detail upcoming events and resources related to MUFON (Mutual UFO Network). The April meeting program for the Minnesota MUFON Chapter is outlined, featuring Ted Phillips as the guest speaker, who will present his extensive collection of UFO landing and sighting cases. The meeting is scheduled for April 14, 2007, in New Brighton, Minnesota. Information is also provided for reporting UFO news via the National MUFON Hotline and details about the Minnesota MUFON Journal (MMJ), a free PDF publication.

A new report from BLT Research Team Inc. by Nancy Talbott is mentioned, concerning a Polish witness's account of a UFO and 'humanoids' involved in a crop circle occurrence, including photos and drawings.

Contact Information

Contact details are provided for various organizations and individuals, including HBCC UFO Research, Paradigm Research Group, Exopolitics Toronto, and Minnesota MUFON.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The journal consistently covers UFO sightings, historical accounts, and the investigation of unexplained phenomena. There is a clear interest in personal witness testimonies, technological aspects of UFOs, and the potential implications of extraterrestrial technology. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry into these subjects, providing a platform for reports and news within the UFO research community.