MUFON Minnesota Journal - No 177

Magazine Overview

Title: MUFON Minnesota Journal
Issue: #177
Date: January/February 2016
Publisher: MUFON (Mutual UFO Network)

This issue of the MUFON Minnesota Journal explores several facets of the UFO phenomenon, focusing on the subjective nature of witness perception, political stances on disclosure, and scientific advancements that may intersect with UFO theories.

The CE4 Corner: A Mystery Within a Mystery

This section, authored by Craig R. Lang, delves into the perplexing issue of why witnesses to the same high-strangeness UFO event often report wildly different perceptions. Lang uses the 1980 Rendlesham Forest encounter in the UK as a primary example, where airmen described vastly different impressions of the UFO and their interactions with it. He notes that similar discrepancies occur in cases where UFOs are observed in public places, yet few people notice them, and those who do offer varied descriptions. Lang speculates that these differences might stem from selective human perception, metaphysical or parapsychological effects, or an interaction between the phenomenon and the experiencer's consciousness. He concludes that understanding these perceptual variations is key to understanding the core of the close encounter phenomenon.

Hillary Clinton: I Will Reveal Truth About UFOs if I Become America's Next President

Authored by Jonathon Dillon, this article reports on Hillary Clinton's public statements regarding UFOs. Clinton vowed to "get to the bottom" of the UFO controversy and investigate Area 51 if elected President. Her campaign chairman, John Podesta, has also publicly called for the release of UFO files. The article references past statements by Bill Clinton and the involvement of figures like Laurance Rockefeller in advocating for UFO information release. It highlights the political implications of Clinton's stance and the ongoing public interest in government transparency regarding UFOs.

An Estimate of the Situation: January 2016

By William I. McNeff, MNMUFON ASD, this article provides an overview of UFO-related events and hypotheses from the past year. McNeff notes several close encounter cases investigated by Minnesota MUFON, including interactions with aliens and potential alien healing. He posits that the similarity in DNA across species suggests a high probability of extraterrestrial life, and that some beings may be indistinguishable from humans, potentially leading to interspecies reproduction. McNeff also discusses the concept of a "Star Trek Prime Directive" among extraterrestrial races, suggesting covert observation and minimal interference with human social development. He touches upon the ongoing debate surrounding "disclosure" and "confirmation" of ET contact, referencing his own attempts to engage Minnesota Senators on the matter. McNeff believes disclosure is happening slowly and surely, with increasing public awareness.

Magnetic Wormhole Connecting 2 Regions Of Space Created For The First Time

This section reports on a scientific breakthrough by researchers at the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona. They have designed and created the first experimental magnetic wormhole in a laboratory. This device can connect two regions of space magnetically, transferring a magnetic field from one point to another while remaining undetectable. The wormhole is constructed using meta-materials and meta-surfaces, creating a sphere that is magnetically invisible from the exterior. The researchers explain that this magnetic wormhole is analogous to gravitational wormholes and "changes the topology of space."

UFO Research and UFO Reports: Kecksburg's New Hypothesis Dismissed

This excerpt from Vicente-Juan Ballester Olmos's UFO FOTOCAT BLOG discusses the Kecksburg UFO incident of December 9, 1965. While acknowledging the extensive literature on the event, the author leans towards the assessment that it was a non-event, possibly a UFO crash legend prompted by a large fireball. The article then presents a report by Ted Molczan, who examines a new hypothesis by John Ventre and Owen Eichler suggesting the Kecksburg UFO was a GE Mark 2 Re-entry Vehicle launched under USAF Program 437. Molczan thoroughly debunks this theory, arguing that Kecksburg was beyond the range of the missile used, that re-entry vehicles of that era typically used conventional batteries rather than RTGs, and that the heat shield was designed to absorb heat, not burn. He concludes that Ventre and Eichler's claims do not withstand scrutiny.

Disclosure May Be Imminent. But Can We Take It?

Authored by Whitley Streiber, this piece revisits the topic of UFO disclosure, referencing Hillary Clinton's commitment to investigate the issue. Streiber discusses the idea that the public might not be ready for the full truth, citing George H.W. Bush's comment about Americans not being able to handle the truth. He suggests that the abduction phenomenon is a significant barrier to disclosure, as it is controversial and difficult for conventional researchers to address. Streiber posits that disclosure might occur in stages, but believes that once any acknowledgment of an "alien presence" is made, the abduction phenomenon will inevitably become a central focus. He reflects on the profound implications of confronting a larger reality, the importance of the soul, and the potential for a "new world" if humanity can adapt to these revelations.

Meanwhile, South of the Border...

By Billy Cox, this article examines Argentina's approach to UFO research. Following the release of Argentina's first official report on UFOs by its Commission for the Investigation of Aerospace Phenomena (CEFAe), Cox notes that the cases investigated were largely pedestrian and easily explained. He contrasts this with the more rigorous studies conducted by organizations like NARCAP in the U.S. The article suggests that South American governments, including Argentina, are primarily concerned with air traffic safety rather than promoting UFO research. Corrales, an expert quoted in the article, believes that the purpose of these organizations is to ensure airway safety, not to advance a particular frame of reference. The article speculates on whether the new Argentinean government will continue the trend of transparency in UFO investigations.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue revolve around the subjective nature of perception in UFO encounters, the persistent call for government transparency and disclosure, and the intersection of scientific inquiry with the UFO phenomenon. The journal maintains a stance of open investigation, presenting both eyewitness accounts and scientific analyses, while also critically examining hypotheses and debunking unsubstantiated claims. There is a clear interest in the psychological and philosophical implications of UFO encounters, particularly concerning consciousness, reality, and the potential existence of a soul.

Title: Minnesota UFO Reports
Issue Date: 2016-01-02
Subject: Prior Lake, MN UFO Sighting
Author: Bill McNeff

This issue of Minnesota UFO Reports details a specific UFO sighting that occurred in Prior Lake, Minnesota, during late October. The report is authored by Bill McNeff, who also serves as the Assistant State Director and Field Investigator Coordinator for MUFON Minnesota. The sighting was reported by two individuals, referred to as Witness A and Witness B, who are personal acquaintances of the author.

The Sighting

The incident took place around 7:30 PM on an evening in late October. Witness A and Witness B were in the sunroom of Witness A's friend's condo in Prior Lake, watching television. Their attention was drawn to a bright red-orange round object hovering over a swampy area east of the condos. The object was estimated to be about 400 feet away and was described as "not quite as bright as the full harvest moon." According to Witness A, the main object, estimated to be five or six feet in diameter, emitted two smaller objects, each about 1.5 feet in diameter. The three objects then flew off together and out of sight.

Witness A estimated he had the object in view for 14 seconds. Witness B initially saw the object through window #3, while Witness A's view was partially blocked by a lamp shade through window #4. The object moved up and to the left at an estimated 45-degree angle. Witness B lost sight of the object, possibly due to obstructions and the object becoming too small. She did not see the two smaller spheres emerge. The objects reportedly left a slight "trail" behind them.

Investigation and Analysis

Following the initial report, MUFON Field Investigator Dean DeHarpporte and Bill McNeff visited Witness A and gathered details. They measured the sunroom and created a sketch showing the room layout and the witnesses' positions. The sunroom was 11 feet wide and 11 feet long, with four double windows. The condo itself was oriented 15 degrees clockwise from the cardinal directions, meaning the sunroom faced approximately 15 degrees south of east.

Using a protractor, they calculated the lines of sight for both witnesses. Witness B's line of sight to the object was approximately 35 degrees clockwise from due east (a bearing of 125 degrees, or southeast). Witness A's line of sight differed by a small margin. The estimated lines of sight were found to be approximately correct and confirmed the location of the UFO as reconstructed on a map (File "73...mapo2").

The investigation noted that the reconstructed UFO location was in the middle of a marsh, over standing water with thick cattails, making it virtually inaccessible to humans. This led to the conclusion that the object was unlikely to be a device launched by humans, though drones or "Chinese lanterns" were considered as remote possibilities. However, neither of these could explain the emission of two smaller lighted spheres.

Witness B estimated the object's diameter as 6 feet. The sighting was tentatively placed in late October, coinciding with a local newspaper article about UFO reports in Prior Lake. However, that article attributed a similar sighting to the lights from the Mystic Lake Casino, which is located a few miles west. The report clarifies that the witnesses were looking southeast, away from the casino's lights.

Witness Credibility and Object Classification

Bill McNeff states that Witness A has been a personal friend for over 25 years, and Witness B for at least ten years. He describes both witnesses as honest, intelligent, and credible. Based on the investigation, the objects could not be identified and were classified as "Unidentified Flying Objects" (UFOs). Due to their apparent intelligent control, they were also termed "Unidentified Aerial Vehicles" (UAVs). The report notes that similar sightings of glowing reddish or orange spheres are common in MUFON files and are often referred to as "Red Balls of Light" (RBOL), "Orange Balls of Light" (OBOL), or "Orbs."

Related Information and MUFON Contacts

The issue also includes contact information for MUFON Minnesota, including the State Director Craig Lang, Assist. State Director and Field Invest. Coord. Bill McNeff, and Journal Editor Joel Henry. It provides website addresses for MUFON Minnesota meetings and agendas, as well as the MN MUFON WEB PAGE. Information is also given about MUFONET, a radio net, and the National MUFON Hotline for reporting UFO news and sightings.

The Minnesota MUFON Journal (MMJ) is highlighted as a free publication available online as a PDF document. Instructions are provided on how to subscribe via email and where to download issues from the website. The journal encourages submissions of news or editorial contributions.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring theme in this issue is the detailed reporting and investigation of a specific UFO sighting. The editorial stance, as presented by Bill McNeff, emphasizes the credibility of the witnesses and the unidentifiable nature of the observed phenomena. The article promotes the classification of such objects as UFOs and UAVs, reflecting a serious approach to UFO research within the MUFON framework. The issue also serves to promote MUFON's activities and resources within Minnesota.