MUFON of Ohio Newsletter - 2008 Q4 Winter

Magazine Overview

This document is the Winter 2008 issue of the MUFON of Ohio Newsletter. It covers a range of topics related to UFO phenomena, including organizational updates, recent sightings, historical cases, and discussions on government secrecy.

Director's Message

William E. Jones, MUFON State Director for Ohio, reflects on the year 2007, which brought significant changes and challenges. The organization lost several key personnel, including Donnie Blessing, Jennifer Thomas, Frank Reams, and George Pindroh. To address the personnel shortage, a formal Board of Directors was established, with Pete Hartinger and Scott Santa joining as new members. Jones expresses disappointment with the quality of cases assigned through MUFON's CMS system, noting that many have prosaic explanations, are hoaxes, or are not amenable to investigation. However, he believes there are still valuable cases within the system that require diligent investigation. He also discusses the challenges of assigning cases in areas with no investigator coverage and highlights cooperation with Indiana MUFON for such instances. The search for a key speaker for a 2008 state meeting is underway, with Stanton Friedman being considered.

Possible Chemtrails Seen by Skeptic

Frank Reams, a retired Director of Investigations for MUFON of Ohio and a professional pilot, recounts an unusual sighting on December 21, 2007. While flying from Denver to Columbus, he observed a wide contrail that appeared to originate from the ground but stopped abruptly. He noted it was unusually low (below 15,000 ft, possibly 8000 ft), wide, and thick, unlike normal contrails. He also observed another contrail moving north to south. Reams suggests these were not naturally occurring formations and were man-made, possibly related to 'chemtrails'. He notes that Des Moines experienced very low clouds that day, which might explain why ground observers wouldn't have seen the contrails forming.

Licking County Ohio Sighting – November 24, 2007

This section details a UFO report from a witness in Licking County, Ohio. The sighting occurred around 10:15 pm when the witness noticed light flashes moving quickly and erratically across the sky. The witness initially thought it was a searchlight but later realized its movement was unlike any aircraft. Later, a bright light appeared in the dark sky, growing larger and moving erratically. The witness described the light as appearing suddenly in the pitch-black sky, like a car headlight. The following night, the sky was not as dark, and the phenomenon was not observed.

Spain: A Teleportation Incident in Galicia?

This article describes a bizarre incident involving two witnesses, Juan M.L. and Bernardo D.G., on May 7, 2007, near Lugo, Spain. While driving, they encountered a dense fog that appeared to emerge from their vehicle. After the fog vanished, they realized they were in a completely different location, having traversed 6 kilometers instantaneously. They witnessed the sun appear in the middle of a gigantic, smoky triangle. The article includes a translator's note identifying Marcelino Requejo as a prominent UFO researcher in Spain.

Conversation with Senator Barry M. Goldwater

This section features an account by Clark C. McClelland, former SCO at the Kennedy Space Center, detailing his conversations with Senator Barry M. Goldwater. Goldwater expressed his deep interest in UFOs and his attempt to gain access to alleged alien artifacts at Wright-Patterson AFB, where he was denied entry and reprimanded by General Curtis Lemay. Goldwater also shared an account of Senator Russell's UFO sighting in the Soviet Union in 1955, which was classified Top Secret. McClelland also recounts his own experiences and knowledge of UFO sightings by astronaut crews, including Gordon Cooper's report of a 'green colored object' during the Mercury 9 mission.

Goldwater reportedly stated that the UFO situation is at the highest level of national secrecy, surpassing even the H-Bomb. He also discussed the possibility of former German scientists being involved in reverse-engineering retrieved alien technology, mentioning the Kecksburg incident as a Soviet failed mission, not alien in origin.

Area 51 Designated With a New Name

This article reports that the U.S. Air Force's classified test range at Groom Lake, Nevada, famously known as Area 51, has been officially designated 'Homey Airport' (KXTA). The designation is noted in flight planning software and GPS gear lists. A spokeswoman for Nellis Air Force Base confirmed the designation but stated it has no effect on operations. The article mentions that Area 51 is featured in popular culture and that the Department of Defense only acknowledged its existence in 1994. It also lists some of the advanced aircraft tested there, including the U2, SR-71 Blackbird, and F-117 Nighthawk.

June 1, 1951 UFO Sighting – Dayton, Ohio

This section presents a report from a civilian Contracting Officer for the U.S. Air Force who witnessed a UFO on June 1, 1951, near Dayton, Ohio. The object was described as a large blue-white light with a clearly defined outline, similar to a stubby cigar. It moved parallel to the witness's car, then made a right angle turn, became circular, and rapidly disappeared. The witness stated the speed was faster than an airplane but slower than a meteor.

UFO Sighting, Hamilton, Ohio, October 25, 2003 & October 15, 2003

Two sightings by Stuart Linder in Hamilton, Ohio, are reported. On October 15, 2003, Linder observed an unusual object described as a multi-colored 'upside down diamond' rotating slowly, estimated at 25,000 feet. The object changed color and radiated a 'self emanating glow.' It was visible for about 10 minutes before taking off at incredible speed. On October 25, 2003, two military jets were observed flying overhead shortly after Linder's sighting.

UFO Sighting, Franklin, Ohio

A Franklin, Ohio resident reported sighting a pattern of green flashing lights around 10:30 pm on September 24, 2003.

Texas Lady Reports Childhood UFO Sighting

An anonymous witness from Texas recounts a childhood UFO encounter, likely from 1972 or 1973. While sitting in a field, she observed bright blue or red lights with a ghostly gray object. The lights moved rapidly and appeared to jump from one side to the other, suggesting they were very close. The witness noted the objects made no sound.

Secret World War II Weapon?

This article, included due to its interest and connection to the late Kenny Young, discusses a 'devastating new instrument of war' developed in New Zealand during World War II, described as 'as awesome in its effects as the atomic bomb.' James Marion Snodgrass, involved in its development, declined to provide details but stated it was not connected to biological warfare. The weapon's development began after the invasion of Tarawa Island.

40 Years Ago - 1968

This section compiles several older UFO reports:

• Vashon Island, Washington (February 18, 1968): Teenagers found an object about the size of a car near a pond, which shot a beam of light. Water in a nearby pit was covered with ice, despite it raining all day.
• New Castle, Pennsylvania (March 1, 1968): Seven people reported seeing a whitish-pink, pancake-shaped object hovering over a farm for about ten minutes.
• Childress, Texas (March 2, 1968): Police Chief Alvis Maddox chased a UFO for about fifteen miles, describing it as a light approaching from the northwest.
• Monroe County, Ohio (March 19, 1968): A 13-year-old boy was reportedly burned by a UFO that hovered over a tree, emitting a beam of light.
• Washington Courthouse, Ohio (April 9, 1968): Lee Rowland and his wife Emma saw a large ball of fire appear near the ground, which then rose into the sky. Another object appeared to be coming towards their home.

Sightings and Experiences of JoJo

This section presents the sightings and experiences of a witness who wishes to remain anonymous, referred to as JoJo. JoJo states that his sightings have increased in frequency and intensity. He recounts an experience on January 27, 1998, which led him to believe in UFOs and beings from other worlds.

Further Sightings (March 7, 2007 & March 2, 2007)

• March 7, 2007: The witness observed a barrage of high-flying jets and a quickly moving silver cylinder-shaped object lower in altitude. He took photographs of various military and passenger jets.
• March 2, 2007: The witness and his girlfriend observed a bright red light with a white strobe underneath, described as an upside-down Dixie cup. It hovered motionlessly and then drifted away. Later, the witness's neighbor also observed the object.

Further Sightings (February 27, 2007 & March 1, 2007)

• February 27, 2007: Two coworkers observed an unusually bright, luminous green orb that pulsed and seemed to bounce. It moved in a sweeping arc and descended out of sight.
• March 1, 2007: The witness observed a bright star that appeared as a green-blue orb. A smaller red orb darted out from behind it, followed by a shooting star-like light. The witness took photos of the green orb.

Further Sighting (February 23, 2007)

The witness observed a cone-like object hovering over the Proctorville area. It was described as a luminous object, higher and closer than previous sightings. The object hovered and slowly moved eastward before dipping out of view.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this newsletter include recent UFO sightings, historical UFO cases, government secrecy surrounding UFO phenomena, and the challenges faced by UFO investigation organizations like MUFON. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry into UFO reports, while maintaining a critical approach to the quality of evidence and avoiding unsubstantiated claims, as seen in the editor's note regarding 'chemtrails' and the emphasis on diligent investigation of CMS cases.

Title: MUFON of Ohio Newsletter
Issue: Spring 2008
Date: 2008-01-01
Publisher: MUFON of Ohio
Country: USA
Language: English

This issue of the MUFON of Ohio Newsletter presents several detailed witness testimonies of unidentified aerial phenomena (UAP) observed between 1975 and 2007. The reports focus on the visual characteristics, behavior, and perceived location of these objects.

Witness Testimonies

February 22, 2007 Sighting

The first account details an observation made at approximately 8:32 p.m. EST, near East Huntington, USA. The witness, on a lunch break, noticed a fiery orange, top-like or upside down teardrop-shaped object low in the northern sky, estimated to be about 10 degrees above the horizon and 3 to 5 miles away over Proctorville or Scottown. The object appeared to undulate, grow, shrink, and pulsate. A small airplane flew directly underneath the object, causing it to shrink to a point of light before it enlarged again and reappeared as an undulating, flaming top. The object then dimmed, blinked out, and appeared to collapse into itself. The witness, who described the sky as clear with a crescent moon and moderately moving clouds, noted the object's intensity and brightness compared to the blinking FAA light of the airplane. This was the witness's fourth sighting, and they reported feeling "keyed up."

December 29, 1999 Sighting

During an evening walk with their dog, the witness observed a large, rounded light approaching low in the sky. Initially mistaken for a helicopter, the object made no discernible noise as it got closer. The witness stood still to get a clear view, estimating the object to be at approximately 1500 feet or less, no more than a mile away, at an angle of 30 to 35 degrees. The sky was clear with a waning moon. The object grew larger as it approached, described as being the size of a penny held at arm's length. It appeared as a slow-moving, pinkish star with radiating striations. Before it passed overhead, it blinked out silently. Other identifiable craft with strobes were visible at higher altitudes, but none resembled this object. A thick dark contrail was noted where the object had been.

April 7, 1999 Sighting

At approximately 11:45 p.m., while walking on 14th street and Primrose Avenue, the witness observed a brilliantly strobbing diamond-shaped craft. The object had the brilliance of a welder's arc with a bluish-green flame-like corona, resembling flames on a gas burning stove. It was clearly seen rotating in a counter-clockwise manner and appeared like crystalline pyramids attached at their bases. A strobbing white light emanated from within. The sky was clear, and the witness estimated the object to be between 30 to 35 degrees above the ground and three to five miles away. The event lasted less than 10 seconds. The witness made an effort to remember every detail and mark their position.

1975 Childhood Memory

This memory, recalled as fragments of a dream, involves the witness, about five years old, standing outside Ralph's Foodfair with their mother, waiting for a cab. The witness pointed to the sky and asked their mother about an object. Their mother suggested it might be a satellite. The witness watched it slowly tumble end over end, noting the sun glinting off its top. The witness later contacted their mother, who recalled the object as a saucer, reminding the witness of an unpainted aluminum pop can.

January 27, 1998 Sighting

At approximately 6:45 a.m., while walking their dog and dropping off mail, the witness saw a huge, fluorescent green sphere or ball of light. It was described as being as big as a quarter held at arm's length. The object rose rapidly, passing behind or through low clouds, and appeared to follow the curvature of the earth, at one point being almost directly overhead. The witness had to move to get an unobstructed view. The object was totally silent and was observed fading out high over Ohio. The witness expressed disbelief, questioning "What is that?" and stating, "That can't be what I think it is?! It can't be! They don't exist!" The object was described as lime green or chartreuse with fuzzy edges and a whitish center, traveling upwards and then in an arc-like path from one horizon to the other in less than 10 seconds. The witness contacted the local airport but received no apparent interest.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring theme throughout this issue is the detailed recounting of personal encounters with unexplained aerial phenomena. The witnesses express a range of emotions from curiosity and amazement to disbelief and a strong desire to document their experiences. The newsletter, by publishing these accounts, implicitly supports the investigation into UAP and provides a platform for individuals to share their observations. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry into anomalous aerial events, encouraging detailed reporting and analysis.