MUFON of Ohio Newsletter - 2005 Q4 Winter

Magazine Overview

Title: MUTUAL UFO NETWORK OF OHIO (MUFON OF OHIO) NEWSLETTER
Issue: Winter, 2005
Publisher: MUFON of Ohio
Country: USA
Language: English

Editorial

Bill Jones, Director of MUFON of Ohio, reflects on the year 2004, describing it as a period of "bad luck" regarding the Secretary and Treasurer positions, but notes that two members stepped forward to fill these roles, improving membership records and establishing a new bank account. He highlights the November state meeting, hosted by Phyllis and Bruce Budinger, as the best such meeting the organization has ever had, praising Ted Phillips as an excellent storyteller and investigator.

Jones also mentions Frank Reams accepting the position of Director of Investigations, tasked with centralizing and following up on UFO sighting reports. He acknowledges that many leads went nowhere, and some State Section Directors did not respond, questioning the organization's investigative capabilities. Reams will work to improve this process, encouraging better communication about leads.

The editorial praises Pete Hartinger, Delbert Anderson, and Jon Fry for their excellent follow-up in 2004. It also notes George Pindroh's investigation into large triangle sightings in the Cleveland area. The organization is planning state meetings in Columbus for the spring and another in the northern part of the state for October/November 2005.

November Meeting

This section, co-authored by Jennifer Thomas and Bill Jones, details the MUFON of Ohio State Meeting held on November 6th, 2004, at the Eagle Creek Garden Center in Bainbridge, Ohio. Approximately 60-65 people attended. The meeting included a UFO sale table and a presentation by Ted Phillips, a noted UFO investigator and civil engineer. Phillips used a projector and portable computer to present photos and diagrams, including a chart of 3,089 UFO landing trace incidents worldwide. He also discussed his experiences working with Dr. J. Allen Hynek, describing Hynek's passion for field investigations and his personal quirks, such as picking up turtles while driving.

Phillips then delved into the Delphos, Kansas case of 1971, which he investigated and wrote a book about. In this case, a domed object was observed by Ron Johnson, leaving a ring of luminous material on the ground that was later found to be severely dehydrated and retained hydrophobic properties. Germination tests showed reduced growth, and nothing grew on the site for years. The family dog was temporarily blinded by the event.

Year's End Treasurer's Report

Rick Hilberg, Treasurer, provides a report for the year ending September 25, 2004, showing an opening balance of $491.38. Deposits totaled $845.00 from memberships and book sales, with $0.24 in interest. Expenditures for printing, postage, supplies, and book purchases amounted to $585.78, leaving a closing balance of $750.84 as of December 29, 2004.

Editorial (continued from page 1)

This continuation of the editorial discusses the challenges faced by MUFON of Ohio in following up on leads, noting that many reports do not lead to further investigations. It reiterates the need for State Section Directors to provide feedback, even if a lead is negative or cannot be pursued, to help the organization function effectively as an investigative arm.

November Meeting (continued from page 1)

Ted Phillips recounted the first UFO case he investigated in 1967, involving a farmer who witnessed a hovering dome-shaped craft with individuals walking underneath. He also discussed physical trace cases globally, including the Socorro, Mexico sighting and an Ethiopian case where an unknown object destroyed a village. Phillips also detailed the Delphos, Kansas case, mentioning that his book on the subject, "Delphos: A Close Encounter of the Second Kind," was available for sale.

Phyllis Budinger of Frontier Analysis, Ltd., presented her independent chemical analysis of soil samples from the Delphos site, finding high levels of fulvic acids and calcium oxalate, which could irritate skin. She noted the soil retained hydrophobic properties and supported less growth than control samples.

The "Slovakian Artifact"

Ted Phillips discussed his investigation into the "Slovakian Artifact," related to Dr. Antonin T. Horak, a World War II veteran who discovered a large black, glass and Teflon-like "silo" embedded in a cave in the Tatra Mountains. Horak described a grate-like area, heat, and a turbine-like sound. Phillips made two trips to the region, eventually locating the cave, which had collapsed. An electromagnetic device registered an EM pulse, suggesting the presence of a turbine-like device. Phillips hopes to return in 2005.

Frontier Analysis, Ltd.

Phyllis Budinger presented her chemical analysis of six soil samples from the Delphos site. Her findings indicated high levels of fulvic acids and calcium oxalate, suggesting they could irritate skin. The soil also retained hydrophobic properties and showed reduced growth potential.

"Project Tatra" CD

Ted Phillips brought CDs featuring his investigations, including "Project Tatra" (Dr. Horak's diary), "Strange Days in the Marley Woods" (Missouri), "Ghost Lights," and "Physical Traces."

Dublin, Ohio Landing – Strange Ending

This report by Frank Reams and Bill Jones details a witness's report of an egg-shaped craft landing in a field near Dublin, Ohio, on December 1, 2004. When Frank Reams followed up, the witness denied making the report, leaving the case unresolved.

INEXPLICATA: The Journal of Hispanic Ufology

This section includes a brief mention of "INEXPLICATA," a journal providing online reports of "news as it happens."

MEXICO: UFOS OVER MEXICO CITY AIRPORT

Alfonso Salazar Mendoza reported several sightings in December 2004: a black saucer-shaped object with a golden spinning top near Mexico City International Airport; an unknown traffic object that stopped and ascended; and a spherical white flying object. These reports were published in "La Prensa."

May Meeting Scheduled for May 28, 2005

MUFON of Ohio announced a meeting on May 28, 2005, at the Whetstone Library in Columbus, featuring Donnie Blessing, Southern Ohio Section Director, who will present on "Are Alien Abductions a Real Phenomena?"

Chihuahua Residents Experiment with UFOs

Ing. Gilberto E. Rivera reports on a 1997 incident in Aldama, Mexico, where a group of girls observed a luminous, bell-shaped object measuring approximately 10 meters in diameter, which projected a spinning greenish beam of light.

In the Sierra Tarahumara

Ramón Murillo Betancourt, a retired railway worker, recounts a 1964 sighting of a silvery, disk-shaped UFO measuring 25 meters in diameter near Barranca del Cobre, Mexico. A bluish-white light descended from the object.

Over Coyame

Mr. Murillo also recalls a 1966 incident where a train was lit by a power beam of light from outer space near Coyame, Mexico.

GIFAE Investigation

The GIFAE group is investigating a CE-3 experience involving an 11-year-old boy who encountered a small Grey-type humanoid, receiving a telepathic message.

Donnie Blessing's Presentation

Donnie Blessing, Southern Ohio Section Director, will present on alien abductions at the May 28, 2005 meeting. He has worked with numerous individuals claiming abduction and explores the connection between alien contact and Native Americans.

UFO Sightings Over Iranian Nuclear Installations

This article from India Daily reports on numerous UFO sightings over Iranian nuclear facilities in late 2004. The Iranian Air Force was ordered to shoot down these objects but admitted technical inability. The sightings are speculated to be US spy crafts or extraterrestrial UFOs, and their increase coincides with international pressure on Iran's nuclear program.

Notes on Other Ohio UFO Groups

Information is provided on the Roundtown UFO Society (RUFOS), the Cleveland UFO Project, and the Tri-County UFO Study Group, including their websites and meeting schedules.

17th Annual Big Foot Conference in Ohio

Announces a Big Foot Conference on May 7th, 2005, at Salt Fork State Park, Ohio.

Membership Cards?

MUFON of Ohio is soliciting opinions on whether to issue membership cards, a practice from previous years that some members consider an unnecessary expenditure.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The newsletter consistently focuses on UFO sightings, investigations, and the efforts of MUFON of Ohio to document and understand these phenomena. There is a strong emphasis on detailed case studies, personal testimonies, and the scientific analysis of physical evidence. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry into UFOs, encouraging member participation and the sharing of information. The organization aims to be an investigative arm, though challenges in follow-up are acknowledged. The newsletter also touches upon related topics like Big Foot and alien abductions, reflecting a broad interest in unexplained phenomena within the UFO community.