MUFON of Ohio Newsletter - 2005 Q2 Summer

Magazine Overview

This issue of the MUFON of Ohio Newsletter, dated Summer 2005, features a "Message from the Director" by William E. Jones, discussing the trend of online newsletters and its impact on preserving ufological history. It also includes articles on a new twist to the Roswell story, a MUFON of Ohio meeting with Donnie Blessing discussing alien abduction research, a list of current Ohio investigations, and a report on the 17th Annual Bigfoot Conference/Expo.

Message from the Director

William E. Jones notes the increasing trend of MUFON state newsletters going online, citing Minnesota MUFON and Indiana MUFON as examples. He expresses concern about the long-term preservation of ufological history as websites can disappear and printed materials may not be maintained. He believes this trend could make it difficult for future researchers to document the field's accomplishments.

Roswell - A New Twist in the Story

Jones discusses Nick Redfern's book "Body Snatchers in the Desert," which proposes a new theory for the Roswell incident. According to Redfern, the crash involved a developmental aircraft/balloon system from Japanese efforts to advance Fugo balloon technology. Jones acknowledges that this is an unconventional idea but suggests it could reopen the Roswell case and potentially draw congressional attention, especially in light of discussions about human rights violations.

Nick Redfern, in a communication to Jones, hopes his book will stimulate debate and encourage further investigation. He mentions that more people with knowledge of the story have come forward, and some in official capacities are looking into the data. Redfern also addresses Stan Friedman's review, which suggests the story might be a government cover-up, a theory Redfern finds interesting but doesn't personally accept. Redfern will also be responding to Friedman's piece in UFO Magazine.

MUFON of Ohio Meeting

Del Anderson reports on the semi-annual MUFON of Ohio meeting held on May 28, 2005, in Columbus. Bill Jones hosted the meeting, and Donnie Blessing was the featured speaker. Blessing, director of the Southern Ohio Alien Abduction Research organization (SOAAR), presented her findings on alien abduction research. She highlighted that her research often leads to questioning one's own concept of reality. Accompanying her were researchers Susan Greenwald and Cass Klesch. Blessing shared a striking statistic: 75% of the abductees she studied were 25% or more of Native American descent, noting this was based on a small sample.

UFOs Serious Business? Absolutely!

William E. Jones has created two volumes titled "UFOs Serious Business?" to argue that UFOs are a subject worthy of serious study. These booklets are intended for distribution to government officials, media, and others to promote the field. He has sent copies to MUFON members, ufologists, police chiefs, meteorologists, and local newspapers. The "This Week" newspaper published a full-page spread on MUFON of Ohio as a result. A combined volume of the first two issues is in production, and future volumes are planned, including one on forgotten UFO cases and others focusing on specific regions or curated by experts.

Three E's

This section introduces Paul Althouse, the MUFON of Ohio website creator and "Internet Information Director," and his wife Terry. They are musicians whose business is "Eclectic Electric Entertainment," reflected in the website address "threeemusic." Their music spans various genres, and they have released two albums. Paul is planning an instrumental guitar album.

Meeting (continued from page 1)

Donnie Blessing's presentation continued, with attendees sharing their experiences. One woman reported observing partially transparent blue entities communicating telepathically. Her son also reported seeing similar entities. The woman described her rural neighborhood as a hotspot for UFO and abduction activity, noting unusual black SUVs and sightings of men resembling Men in Black. Personal items like jewelry and film have gone missing, replaced by rocks, only to reappear later. She also mentioned hearing high-frequency sounds on telephones, seeing black helicopters, and animals behaving strangely. This phenomenon is linked to John Keel's "phantom photographer" mystery. The woman was stopped by a police officer accompanied by individuals in a black SUV, which made her uncomfortable. Donnie Blessing also noted that some children in homes with reported abductions see cartoon-like characters.

Many of Donnie's abductees report being told, "You will know when the time is right." A strange craving for vinegar after abduction experiences has also been reported by many. Blessing also discussed the concept of "Indigo Children," characterized by psychic skills and unusual intelligence, noting that some children of abductees exhibit these traits.

Donnie's presentation was described as the liveliest meeting in years, and her willingness to share her research was appreciated.

Alien Abduction Support Group

This group is for individuals who believe they have had an alien encounter, unexplainable incident, or seen a UFO. Contact information for Susan and Cass is provided. They are affiliated with SOAAR and are certified and licensed.

MUFON OF OHIO and SOAAR PROUDLY PRESENTS:

An event featuring Dolores Cannon in Covington, Kentucky, on August 13th, 2005. The program includes additional speakers such as UFO and alien abduction researcher Donnie Blessing. The event is free and open to the public.

Current Ohio Investigations

Frank Reams, Director of Investigations for MUFON of Ohio, introduces a new section detailing ongoing investigations. He emphasizes the importance of members providing progress and final reports. The section lists 24 investigations since he took over, including sightings of unusual lights, bright lights changing colors, large dark cylinders, lights going west to east, light beams, red horizontal lines, bright lights changing color, black triangles, and saucers with lights. Some investigations are ongoing, while others have been identified as likely military exercises or planets like Venus.

UFO Sighting Reports

This section lists numerous UFO sighting reports from various locations in Ohio and Kentucky, with dates, descriptions, and investigators. Examples include a light beam from a UFO on a witness using a telephone, a UFO video that the witness refused to share, landed UFOs near a business, photos of UFOs taken, a triangle sighting near Polaris Mall, unusual aircraft hovering with no sound, a possible abduction case, a beach ball-sized UFO request for repair, three daylight discs performing a zig-zag motion, a UFO reported above an airplane, pictures of a large triangle, and a picture showing four objects not seen by the witness. Some cases are marked as active investigations, while others are closed or require further follow-up.

Madison County UFO Sighting – 1981

William E. Jones reports on an old investigation by Richard Seifried concerning an event on July 17, 1981. Betty Powell reported seeing "gobs of lights" attached to a disc-shaped craft that landed in a creek bed. She felt numb and sensed they should stay away. Neighbors also reported seeing lights. Powell believed the object was related to Bigfoot sightings in the area. Jim Moseley, a UFO and paranormal investigator, was staying with the Powell family at the time but had left the day before. The report notes a period of absence of normal animal sounds in the woods, attributed to Bigfoot's presence. The area is becoming less secluded due to new home construction. The article also includes a quote from Rick Hilberg regarding Jim Moseley's investigation of this case, noting witnesses' belief in mental contact with Bigfoot and even a claimed sexual encounter.

Michigan MUFON presents: UFO Investigator Author Nick Redfern

An announcement for an event featuring Nick Redfern in Michigan on September 16, 2005, where he will discuss his book "Body Snatchers in the Desert: The Horrible Truth at the Heart of the Roswell Story" and other UFO topics.

Featured Photo

A photo from the summer of 1964 showing UFO writer Major Donald E. Keyhoe at a lecture sponsored by the Cleveland UFOlogy Project. The lecture attracted nearly a thousand people and discussed NICAP and notable UFO cases. The photo includes Allan J. Manak, CUP chairman, and Rick Hilberg.

George Pindroh Speaking at Lakewood Library

An announcement for a speaking engagement by George Pindroh on UFOs at the Lakewood Public Library on October 11, 2005.

Summer 2003 – Delaware County

An anonymous student reports a sighting of a large red triangle with luminous red edges while working at a department store. The object was seen hovering and then moving slowly south. It was later seen at a higher elevation, fading into the sky. The sighting was reported to the National UFO Reporting Center.

Phyllis Budinger presents “UFOs: A Search for Physical Evidence, Abductions"

An announcement that Phyllis Budinger will speak at the 2005 Denver MUFON Symposium about her analysis of samples from two abduction cases.

Out there

This section, written by Renee Schaefer for The Columbus Dispatch, highlights the William E. Jones Unidentified Flying Object Collection at Ohio State University. The collection, comprising over 1,000 items, includes periodicals, reports, and books on UFOs, ranging from alien invasions to Roswell. Jones, a lawyer, has donated materials for 15 years, believing the collection will become more valuable as science advances. He became interested in UFOs in the 1960s after reading "Flying Saucers Have Landed." The collection is housed in the rare books division and is available for viewing by appointment. It covers a wide spectrum of topics, including crop circles and the connection between religion and UFOs.

UFOs in the early 1990s

Jones acquired a vast amount of UFO information through subscriptions and published works in the early 1990s. He contacted Ohio State University to house his growing collection, which is now a significant part of their holdings. Jones, a board member of the J. Allen Hynek Center for UFO Studies, has donated numerous items. The Roundtown UFO Society of Circleville has also contributed its newsletter. Pete Hartinger, director of the Roundtown UFO Society, mentioned seeing a UFO in the late 1950s and founded the society in 1989 to document UFO sightings and exchange information.

17TH ANNUAL BIGFOOT CONFERENCE/EXPO

Del Anderson reports on the Bigfoot Conference held at Salt Fork State Park, Ohio. The conference featured talks by experts and attendees sharing their experiences. Speakers included Don Keating (host), Mike and Lisa (reporting a Bigfoot sighting), Dr. Paul Johnson (discussing Bigfoot as a physical and paranormal phenomenon), Ron Schaffner (discussing various creatures in Ohio), Joedy Cook (reporting a Bigfoot sighting in Shawnee State Forest), and Eric Altman (Pennsylvania Bigfoot Society, discussing UFOs and Bigfoot connections). The conference highlighted the physical and sometimes paranormal aspects of Bigfoot, with reports of sightings in suburban areas and mimicry of animal sounds. The US government is believed to have numerous unreleased documents on Bigfoot.

For Sale - Ohio UFO Notebooks

Information on purchasing back issues of Ohio UFO Notebooks.

Roundtown UFO Society (RUFOS)

Information about the Roundtown UFO Society, including meeting times and contact details.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The newsletter consistently promotes the serious study of UFO phenomena, encouraging investigation and documentation. There's a strong emphasis on preserving the history of ufology and sharing information within the MUFON community. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry, presenting various theories and reports while maintaining a critical yet engaged perspective. The newsletter also highlights local MUFON activities and events, fostering a sense of community among researchers and enthusiasts in Ohio.