NM MUFON News - no 28 - 1995 09

Magazine Overview

Title: NM MUFON NEWS
Issue: Number 28
Date: Compiled September 24, 1995
Price: $1.50

This issue of the NM MUFON News newsletter features a range of articles on UFOs, paranormal phenomena, and related research. The cover story highlights the extensive research of Christopher O'Brien into anomalies in the San Luis Valley, including UFOs and cattle mutilations, with his upcoming book 'Mysterious Valley' by St. Martin's Press.

The San Luis Valley: UFOs, Cattle Mutilations, A Crystal Skull and More...

Chris O'Brien, a leading researcher of cattle mutilations and other anomalies, spoke to NM MUFON on August 8, 1995. He has completed a manuscript for his book, 'Mysterious Valley.' O'Brien emphasizes that he is an investigator and researcher, not claiming to be an expert, but notes the public's increased interest in the paranormal, possibly influenced by media. He shared personal experiences, including a childhood incident and a Bigfoot sighting in 1979. O'Brien discussed the phenomenon of cattle mutilations, preferring the term 'unusual animal death' (UAD) and suggesting that while some cases are misinterpretations or hoaxes, a real mystery persists. He advocates for gathering data and practicing good science, always assuming a mundane explanation first. O'Brien also touched upon the history of the phenomenon from the 1970s and mentioned the 'Old Scratch' entity and the creation of mythos.

He also discussed a crystal skull discovered near Crestone, describing it as an 'incredible work of art' made of poured molten glass, with no microscopic evidence of a mold. He noted that viewers are either fascinated or repelled by it. O'Brien also mentioned lights seen from the Great Sand Dunes in Colorado, Bigfoot tracks found there, and strange aerial objects, citing Dr. Altshuler's claim of abduction. He investigated the NORAD incident of January 1994 and found synchronistic parallels to an earlier case.

O'Brien writes a bi-monthly newsletter, 'The Mysterious Valley Report.'

Dan DeMar on Ancient Egypt and the Great Pyramid

This section, reported by Carolyn Duce-Ashe, details a presentation by Dan DeMar, NM MUFON State Director and amateur Egyptologist. DeMar, who also has a background in metallurgy and insurance, has studied Egyptian mysteries for years. He has made two trips to Egypt, most recently in February 1995. His presentation covered the geography of Egypt, temples, beliefs, gods, and Biblical parallels. DeMar explained his theory that the stones of ancient structures, including the Great Pyramid, may have been 'poured' using a process similar to modern geopolymers, rather than carved. He also discussed the Sphinx, suggesting water marks indicate it is older than conventionally believed, and speculated about a secret chamber. DeMar proposed that the Great Pyramid might have been a site for initiation and transformation, possibly involving Out-of-Body Experiences (OBEs), which he sees as key to understanding reality. He believes ancient Egyptians knew more about life and death than modern humans, and that meditation is a tool for accessing this greater reality and potentially understanding UFOs.

Blue Dolphin Chiropractic & Calendar

This section includes an advertisement for Blue Dolphin Chiropractic and a calendar of upcoming events. Regular NM MUFON meetings are held on the fourth Thursday of each month. Upcoming events include:

• September 28: NM MUFON meeting with Helen Bierstein speaking on Near Death Experience.
• October 3-7: Remembrance of the Solar Heart Conference at Jekyll Island, Georgia.
• October 8: Community Full Moon Gateway Gathering in Crestone, CO, featuring a crystal skull showing.
• October 20-22: The Third Annual Gulf Breeze UFO Conference in Pensacola Beach, FL, with speakers like Whitley Strieber and Zecharia Sitchin.
• October 26: NM MUFON meeting with Carolyn Duce-Ashe speaking on 'Quantum Consciousness--Psi, Miracles, The UFO Experience and Creativity.'

Announcements

This section contains various announcements:

• Carolyn Duce-Ashe will report on her participation in the International Forum For New Science.
• Information is sought for a book on prophecies and predictions about Earth Changes, Native American Prophecies, Space Brothers, Marian Visitations, NDEs, and UFO abductions.
• Information is requested for 'The Haunted Homeowners Handbook.'
• 'Common Boundary' magazine is advertised.
• The Roswell Autopsy Footage film is available on videotape.
• Ken Ewing spoke at an AARP meeting about the 1995 International MUFON Symposium.
• 'Associates for Scientific Knowledge' offers a UFO report.
• 'The Bookfinder' and 'Sounds True' offer catalogs of books and audiotapes.
• 'Mundo Update' is a tri-annual newsletter.
• 'Lightworks Audio and Video' offers UFO-related items.
• 'The View From Hermit's Peak' is a monthly newsletter on advanced UFO research.

Out of the Blue

This letter, dated July 29, 1995, from Becky Escamilla, Administrator of The Midway Sightings UFO Museum, addresses a statement in a previous NM MUFON News newsletter. Escamilla clarifies that Jose Escamilla resigned from E3 in November 1994 and is no longer associated with The Midway Sightings. She states that she and her brother Manuel Escamilla, along with other family members, own The Midway Sightings UFO Museum and its associated properties and footage, and they work for no one. She requests a retraction of the statement implying they are working for Jose Escamilla or Karen Feehan.

Jim's Jocund Jibes: UFOs and The OJ Trial

James Ashe offers a commentary comparing the OJ Simpson trial to UFO phenomena. He suggests that power acquisition leads to a desire to control information. He contrasts the OJ trial's forum with cross-examination and a judge to the lack of such elements in UFO discussions. He draws a parallel to the Roswell incident, where the government held the power.

Fred R. Saluga's Research Request

Fred R. Saluga, an ex-Chief of Police and Licensed Private Investigator from Florida, is researching:

A. Cattle Mutilations and the UFO connection.
B. Persons who have encountered Men in Black.
C. Black Helicopters around UFO sightings.
D. Persons who have had a UFO encounter and felt compelled to commit a crime or joined a Satanic Group.

He requests information and publications from NM MUFON and is starting his own Paranormal Phenomena Research and Investigations.

Roswell Incident I-Beam Replica

An advertisement for a Roswell Incident I-Beam Replica, endorsed by Jesse Marcell, Jr., M.D., is offered for $9.95 plus shipping. It includes an acrylic display tube and stand.

The Govt. Personnel Factor

A cartoon depicts a government employee stating, "This job got so much easier when I realized that nobody ever asks for anything back." Another panel shows documents labeled "THESE ROSWELL DOCUMENTS SHOULD BE STORED PERMANENTLY."

Haut Doubts Alien Autopsy Film is Real

Kathy Metcalfe reports that Walter Haut, curator of the International UFO Museum and Research Center, is skeptical of the alien autopsy film viewed by him and a Fox television crew. Haut, who sent out the original 1947 Roswell press release, cited "too many big question marks." Executive Producer Robert Kiviat is investigating the film's authenticity and has spoken with other experts, including Stanton Friedman. Kiviat stated that if the film is a hoax, their Fox special would have helped unravel it, calling it potentially the "greatest hoax of the millennium."

Accountability Crashed at Roswell

Karl T. Pflock writes a letter to the editor of the Albuquerque Journal, criticizing the paper for running a story on the economic benefits of UFO tourism while also covering Congressman Steve Schiff's efforts to obtain government accountability regarding the Roswell incident. Pflock argues that the issue is government accountability, not necessarily UFOs themselves. He suggests that experts who have viewed the alleged alien autopsy film concur that the body appears real and human, raising questions about the identity of the deceased and the circumstances of their death, possibly involving government experimentation. He urges the paper to take refresher courses in journalism and government.

Some Roswell Incident Records Missing

Lawrence Spohn reports that the Government Accounting Office (GAO) informed Rep. Steve Schiff that some government documents related to the Roswell incident, specifically records between March 1945 and December 1949, were destroyed without explanation. The GAO did find documents referring to the recovery of a "flying disc" determined to be a radar tracking balloon. The Air Force's 1994 report concluded that the Roswell debris came from a surveillance balloon used in a secret project to spy on the Soviet Union.

Ex-Dancer Uses Mixed Media, UFO Newsletters for Expression

This article profiles Corrales artist Carolyn Duce-Ashe, who uses mixed media and UFO newsletters in her art. Duce-Ashe, a former professional ballet dancer who contracted arthritis, now creates framed miniatures incorporating watercolor, collage, and stamps. She is exhibiting her work, which focuses on figures and miniatures, at the Old San Ysidro Church in Corrales. She also edits two UFO newsletters: "The View From Hermit's Peak" and "NM MUFON News," which focuses on the Roswell incident. Duce-Ashe views art as a reflection of society and a way to contribute to understanding the current fragile environment.

From the MUFON Bulletin Board: A Light in the Dark - Dell Labs Proves the Existence of Dark Suckers

This humorous piece, attributed to Steve Jones and based on information from Dell Labs, presents the "Dark Sucker Theory." It posits that electric light bulbs "suck light" rather than emit it, and that "dark" has mass, is heavier than light, and is faster than light. The theory explains how candles work and warns against touching operating "Dark Suckers" due to heat generated by friction. It also suggests a method for utilizing dark for electricity generation by collecting it from the bottom of lakes and rivers. The article concludes by stating that "Dark Suckers make all our lives easier."

Notice! NM MUFON News Need You!

An appeal for new material for upcoming issues of NM MUFON News, soliciting first-hand reports, book reviews, letters, and art, particularly scary material for the October issue.

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Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue revolve around UFO phenomena, particularly the San Luis Valley and Roswell incidents, and the broader paranormal. There is a consistent emphasis on investigation, research, and seeking explanations, whether mundane or extraordinary. The editorial stance appears to be one of open-minded inquiry, encouraging readers to consider various possibilities while maintaining a degree of skepticism and a commitment to scientific methodology, as exemplified by Christopher O'Brien's approach and the call for data gathering. The inclusion of articles on ancient Egypt and artistic expression through UFO themes suggests a broad interpretation of the paranormal and its influence on culture and personal lives. The "Dark Suckers" piece adds a touch of humor and satire to the publication.