New Hampshire MUFON Newsletter - 1994 03 - No 22 misnumbered 21

Magazine Overview

This document is the March 1994 issue (Issue 21) of the New Hampshire MUFON Newsletter, a publication focused on the scientific study of unexplained aerial phenomena. It is published by NH MUFON and distributed from Rye, NH.

Directors Message

The newsletter opens with a 'Directors Message' detailing a recent State Meeting where Colin Andrews gave a briefing on a 'disastrous UN lecture.' The message highlights issues encountered at the UN event, such as last-minute changes, audio-visual problems, and restrictions on speakers. The director also addresses inquiries about NH MUFON's standing in the national organization, proudly stating that NH MUFON ranks number one in membership relative to state population, attributing this success to member efforts and September conferences.

Crop Circle Hoax

A significant portion of the newsletter is dedicated to the topic of crop circles. It announces the publication of John Macnish's new book, 'Crop Circle Apocalypse,' which reportedly provides substantial proof that the crop circle phenomenon is a hoax. Colin Andrews, after spending considerable time with Macnish, is convinced of the book's findings and believes the next phase of research involves separating genuine phenomena from hoaxes. Andrews is expected to present his findings at the upcoming September 11th Conference.

News Around the Network

This section congratulates David F. Webb on his election as Eastern Regional Director for MUFON. A proposal has been made to Webb to improve the timely dissemination of sighting information to members. A plan has been devised where basic sighting data from the Eastern region will be funneled to NH MUFON, which will then collate and distribute it monthly to State Directors, aiming to provide data that is only about two months old.

NH MUFON Events

An upcoming State Meeting is scheduled for April 2, 1994, at the Manchester Public Library, featuring Joe Nyman, an abduction researcher, as the speaker. The meeting will also include a showing of the 'Fire Officers Guide to Disaster Control' manual's UFO section and a WLVI news broadcast about the non-existent Groom Lake government air base.

Articles and Reports

Several articles detail recent UFO sightings and related activities in New Hampshire:

• Colebrook, NH Sightings: Researchers reported sightings of craft similar to those featured in a March Popular Science magazine article about Groom Lake.
• Rockingham County Presentation: Ken Foster and his group organized a free slide presentation at the Salem NH library, attended by about thirty people.
• Merrimack and Sullivan Counties Presentation: Bob Heslop arranged a free slide lecture at the Warner Men's Club, with about forty attendees.
• Grafton County Lecture: Jim Calvin is organizing a lecture at Plymouth State College, expecting 200 attendees.
• Cheshire and Hillsborough Counties Presentation: Walter Friesendorf is scheduled to present a slide lecture at the Dublin School.
• Epping Library Lecture: Pete Geremia will present a slide lecture at the Epping library on March 25, 1994. These free lectures are highlighted as a way to introduce the public to the organization and serve as fundraisers.
• Weather Study Information: Shirley Coyne, Michigan State Director, announced a new service providing 'Weather Study Information' free of charge from investigators Val/Louise Rose.
• Billy Meier Case: The newsletter reports that Underground Video's six-month study has found the Billy Meier case to be 'BOGUS.' The company intends to present its findings to the California Attorney General regarding potential consumer fraud, and offers a video titled 'The Billy Meier Hoax.'
• New Books: Two new books are recommended: Leonard H. Stringfield's 'UFO Crash/Retrievals: Search for Proof in A Hall of Mirrors' and John Macnish's 'Cropcircle Apocalypse.' Both will be available at the April 2nd meeting.

Welcome Aboard

New members welcomed include Jill Gadwah, Terri Jones, Barry McKay, Debra Anne Mix, Johanne St. Pierre, Greg Raymond, Michael Yurgeles, and Bill W. Zechel.

Congratulations

Kathleen Marden has become a Field Investigator after passing the exam.

Missing Crop Circle in NH?

The newsletter asks for information regarding any crop circles that may have occurred in New Hampshire the previous year.

Case Log

The 'Case Log' section details several specific sighting reports:

• March 3, 1992, Warner, NH: A woman and her son observed triangle-shaped lights with a whining sound, described as 9-12 main white lights forming three triangles within a larger triangle.
• August 5, 1993, Alexandria, NH: A woman saw one large purplish triangle and two smaller triangles of flashing lights, which floated independently.
• November 19, 1993, Hudson, NH: A woman reported fast-moving lights appearing to be a plane crash, followed by the same configuration hovering, described as red and green lights with dull white lights.
• November 16, 1992, near Exit 14/15 on I-89: A woman saw a white light with a green tail, which led to a missing time experience during the summer of 1989.
• November 20, 1992, New London to Andover, NH: A woman observed a triangle set of red lights moving parallel to her car that suddenly vanished.
• February 25, 1993, Andover, NH: Two people reported sightings of a large bright red light and smaller white lights on a boomerang-shaped object.
• February 2 or 3, 1994, Errol, NH: A man observed the bottom of a craft with multiple white lights, estimated at 80-100 feet long and 60-70 feet wide, moving at approximately 75 knots at 600 feet elevation.
• December 16, 1993, Colebrook, NH: A woman saw a mass of bright multi-colored lights with arm-type appendages that remained extended for about 15 minutes.
• January 28, 1994, Lancaster, NH: A woman observed a diamond-shaped object with blunted ends that started shrinking and vanished.

Other News

• 1993 NH Mufon State Conference Overview Video: Available for $15.00 plus $3 s&h from Heirloom Productions.
• Bill Zechel's Donation: A new member, Bill Zechel, donated the use of a commercial grade coping machine to NH MUFON.

Contact Information and Staff

The newsletter lists the State Director (Peter R. Geremia), Assistant State Director (Walter Friesendorf), County Section Directors (Sandra Black, Jim Calvin Ph.D., Ken Foster, Walter Friesendorf, Robert Heslop, Ruth Michaud, Carrol, Rick Twombly), and Newsletter Editor (Pete Geremia).

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The newsletter consistently promotes MUFON's mission of studying unexplained aerial phenomena through member engagement, research, and public education via lectures and conferences. There is a strong emphasis on case documentation and investigation, as evidenced by the detailed 'Case Log.' The editorial stance appears to be one of critical inquiry, particularly highlighted by the skepticism towards the Billy Meier case and the investigation into crop circle authenticity. The publication encourages active participation from its members and aims to provide timely and accurate information within the UFO research community.