NM MUFON News - no 26 - 1995 06

Magazine Overview

This issue of NM MUFON NEWS, dated June 17, 1995, is the 26th issue and is priced at $1.50. It is compiled by Debby Stark and edited by Carolyn Duce-Ashe. The cover prominently features information about an upcoming UFO Festival in Roswell, New Mexico, scheduled for July 1-2, 1995, including a detailed event listing and description.

UFO Festival, Roswell, New Mexico (July 1-2, 1995)

The magazine provides a comprehensive overview of the UFO Festival, highlighting several key events:

• Special-Effects Show: "The UFO Incident Revisited": An evening event featuring music, laser lights, fireworks, and skydivers, designed to recreate the original 1947 event using illusions. It is scheduled to take place at the Wool Bowl or Bottomless Lakes State Park.
• UFO Fun Run: Organized by The Roswell Runners' Club, this early Saturday morning run welcomes costumed participants and offers awards for different age divisions. Each participant receives a UFO EVENT T-shirt.
• UFO Festival/Trade Show: Located at Debremond Stadium, this two-day event will feature exhibits, food concessions, and vendors selling science-fiction paraphernalia and collectibles. It aims to draw spectators to key visitor-oriented facilities.
• Unidentified Flying Object Race: This event, adjacent to Debremond Stadium, will feature a race of UFOs built by individuals and organizations, similar to "out-house" races or soap-box derbies. It will utilize the hill on Richardson or Pennsylvania streets, with cash prizes for winners and a "most fanciful design" award. A children's parade will precede the race.
• Roswell Museum/Planetarium: The planetarium will offer special feature shows exploring the possibility of life beyond Earth and scientific determinations of alien life requirements, drawing visitors to the Robert H. Goddard Museum.
• UFO-Sighting Testimonial/Speakers: The festival will host famous UFO speakers, researchers, and advocates at various locations throughout the city.
• Tours to 1947 UFO Crash Site: In coordination with Mr. Hub Corn, these tours will visit the original crash site approximately 30 miles north of Roswell. Information on transportation (bus or caravan) is yet to be determined.

For more information about the festival, the Roswell Chamber of Commerce can be contacted at 505-623-5695.

Calendar of Events

The calendar section lists upcoming MUFON meetings and other UFO-related events:

• Regular NM MUFON Meetings: Held at the Sandia Center in Albuquerque on the fourth Thursday of each month at 7:30 PM. Admission is $2.
• June 22: No regular meeting.
• June 23: NM MUFON Special Event featuring Travis Walton and Mike Rogers speaking on "Fire In The Sky—The Real Story, And Then Some!" at Savage Auditorium, Presbyterian Hospital Professional Bldg. Admission is $5.
• June 23-25: Whole Life Expo at Santa Fe Indian School, featuring 150 speakers on UFOs, metaphysics, health, personal growth, and spirituality. Admission varies ($10-$12 daily, $25 per workshop).
• June 24: "Ascension" UFO theme event with music and food at 600 Wyoming NE. Admission is $12.
• June 25: Special Event with Stanton T. Friedman speaking on "Flying Saucers Are Real!" at Savage Auditorium. Admission is $5.
• July 7-9: MUFON International Symposium in Seattle, with speakers including Stanton Friedman, Linda Howe, Michael Lindemann, and Karl T. Pflock. Registration is $65.
• July 27: Regular NM MUFON meeting with Caryl Dennis speaking on UFOs and crop circles.
• August 8: NM MUFON Special Event with Christopher O'Brien speaking on mutilations and phenomena in the San Luis Valley. Admission is $5.

Announcements

Individuals interested in receiving postcard reminders of upcoming local MUFON events can send their name and address to Debby Stark.

Jim's Jocund Jibes

This column by Jim Ashe humorously discusses the book "Complete Guide To Guys" by Dave Barry, relating it to the topic of men and UFO sightings. Ashe questions whether men report UFOs, how they might react to abduction, and touches on the nature of "guys." He also mentions Dave Barry signing copies of his book in Albuquerque.

Book Review: Grand Illusions

Carolyn Duce-Ashe reviews "Grand Illusions: The Spectral Reality Underlying Sexual UFO Abductions, Crashed Saucers, Afterlife Experiences, Sacred Ancient Sites, and Other Enigmas" by Dr. Gregory L. Little. The reviewer highly recommends the book, noting that Dr. Little, a psychologist, offers a skeptical yet scholarly examination of the UFO phenomenon. The book covers scientific and spiritual issues, exploring theories from figures like Carl Jung, John Keel, and Jacques Vallee. Dr. Little proposes an electromagnetic spectrum theory, suggesting that humans can tune into this spectrum through rituals. The review also touches on Dr. Little's views on the reality of the UFO phenomenon, his "Christian with firm beliefs" perspective, and his explanations for phenomena like cattle mutilations and the Roswell incident (which he attributes to a "fugo balloon"). The reviewer disagrees with some of Dr. Little's conclusions, particularly regarding cattle mutilations and the Roswell case, and cautions readers about Dr. Little's fear-based bias.

Out of the Blue!

This section contains correspondence:

• Letter from Karen Escamilla (May 17, 1995): Escamilla shares her experiences with paranormal images found in her photographs, including orbs, wisps, and light beams. She mentions that Dr. Berthold E. Schwarz, M.D., is researching her photos, finding them "interesting and worthy of intensive study." She also notes capturing footage of UFOs in Roswell, Bottomless Lakes, and Santa Fe, and receiving a nickname "the paranormal family" from an NBC producer. She is sending her pictures to researchers and analysts.
• Letter from Jim DeKorne (April 30, 1995): DeKorne expresses frustration with sorting UFO data and evaluating government conspiracy theories. He likens the UFO mystery to a Zen Buddhist koan. He suggests that the phenomenon is complex and may involve forces beyond ordinary logic, possibly related to a multi-dimensional reality. He encourages Carolyn to keep up the good work.
• Note from Jim Mosely (March 24, 1995): Mosely thanks Carolyn for inviting him to speak at Albuquerque MUFON, noting the small but engaged audience. He advises to "Keep your eye on the sky."
• Letter from Ken Ewing (March 24, 1995): Ewing discusses his work investigating UFOs and cattle mutilations. He mentions a paper published in the MUFON Journal #199 and the subscription to a state newspaper clipping service. He notes that UFO and cattle mutilations appear to be part of the same phenomenon. He also states that LANL (Los Alamos National Laboratories) does not handle cattle or space aliens, debunking a potential misconception.

Figure 1, a graph, visually summarizes UFO and cattle mutilation sightings from 1975 to 1980, showing a correlation between the two.

The Mysterious Texas Highway

This article by Ivy Dunn details her investigation into unusual magnetic phenomena observed on Highway 287 north of Decatur, Texas. Her compass readings showed erratic swings for several miles. She spoke with truckers and a Texas State Trooper, who had not encountered similar issues. Dunn theorized that the aggregate or rebar in the concrete might be responsible, but local officials could offer no explanation. She later found a similar phenomenon on Highway 380 near Bridgeport, Texas. The magnetic fields extended up to 20-25 feet off the road and were constant. Dunn suggests that UFOs, known to produce powerful electromagnetic fields, might be detectable through such anomalies. She concludes that the source of these fields is unknown and that the Texas Highway Department may not be forthcoming with information.

Local Update: Engineer Reproduces Symbols from UFO Crash

This news brief reports on Miller Johnson, a retired industrial designer in Albuquerque, who is creating plastic replicas of a 15-inch I-beam with hieroglyphic-like symbols. These symbols were allegedly found at the Roswell UFO crash site in 1947. Johnson's work is based on sketches provided by Dr. Jesse A. Marcel, Jr., son of Maj. Jesse Marcel, who was one of the first military officers at the crash site. The replicas, manufactured by AndBarr Inc. and supplied by Jule-Art Inc., are being sold for $19.95. The article notes the initial military announcement of an alien spacecraft crash, later denied and attributed to a weather balloon.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The issue consistently focuses on UFO phenomena, with a strong emphasis on the upcoming Roswell UFO Festival. It showcases a blend of event promotion, personal accounts, book reviews, and investigative reports. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry into UFOs and related mysteries, encouraging readers to explore various theories while maintaining a degree of skepticism, as highlighted in the book review and the "Out of the Blue!" section. There's a recurring interest in the Roswell incident and its historical significance, as well as an exploration of potential physical evidence and unexplained phenomena like magnetic anomalies and cattle mutilations. The publication also serves as a platform for MUFON members and speakers to share their research and experiences.