MUFON Ontario Newsletter - 1995 07 - vol2.3

Magazine Overview

Title: UFONTARIO
Issue: Volume 2.3
Date: July '95
Publisher: MUFON Ontario
Price: $3.50

This issue of UFONTARIO, published bimonthly by the Mutual UFO Network (MUFON) in Ontario, Canada, focuses on contemporary UFOlogy issues, including a critical examination of the alleged Roswell autopsy film and a review of UFO investigations and research efforts within Canada.

An Open Letter to UFOlogy by Paul Fuller

Paul Fuller, Co-Editor of "The New UFOlogist" and former member of BUFORA, presents a personal statement regarding the ongoing discussions and developments in UFO research. He emphasizes his belief that a small percentage of UFO reports represent "novel new phenomena." Fuller expresses dismay at past irresponsible actions by some UFO researchers but commends the current skeptical attitude adopted by most regarding the alleged Roswell autopsy film. He notes that many prominent UFOlogists have publicly dismissed the film as a fake, a unified stance he finds remarkable. Fuller highlights that evidence emerging over the past few months has cast considerable doubt on the film's authenticity, citing claims about the Royal Society's involvement in enhancement, which the Society has denied, and the lack of proof for an authentic 1947 film. He challenges Ray Santilli to provide documentary proof of the film's authentication by Kodak and to reveal the identity of the Kodak employee involved. Fuller also questions the existence of the alleged cameraman and the claims made by Dr. Chris Milroy regarding an "official Home Office pathology report," which the Home Office has clarified does not exist. He calls for Santilli to provide the names and autopsy reports of five medical experts who allegedly confirmed the creatures were real and possibly not human, noting that Dr. Milroy's report does not describe the entities as "creatures" or suggest they are not human. Fuller points out contradictions in claims made by those promoting the film and mentions denials from sources like "Fortean Times." He concludes by emphasizing the need for transparency and verifiable evidence.

About the New Format by Drew Williamson

Drew Williamson, Director of the Toronto Section, explains the recent changes in the newsletter's paper quality and printing. He attributes this to skyrocketing paper costs and a clerical error that led to undercharging for subscriptions. To continue publishing, MUFON Ontario has opted to use lesser quality paper for the remaining issues. Williamson states that in the new year, to return to the original quality, the subscription fee will increase to $30 per year. He solicits feedback from the readership regarding this change and the acceptability of the increased cost.

Recent Ontario Investigations by Drew Williamson

Drew Williamson details two UFO investigations conducted by UFON Ontario. The first occurred on June 23rd in the Georgetown area, where five witnesses reported a triangular-shaped object with three lights, described as having an underside of "freshly cut tungsten" and making a loud roar. The investigation was limited due to manpower shortages, but it ruled out local airport aircraft. The second case, on August 23rd near Hamilton, involved Mrs. Harvey observing a bright light that moved in a "V" shaped path. While the flight path coincided with conventional aircraft from the nearby Hamilton airport, the witness's description of a "whooshing" sound and the light's intensity made it difficult to definitively rule out a UFO. Williamson emphasizes the need for a scientific approach, balancing common sense with wishful thinking.

Ufology in Canada - Part III by David Haisell

David Haisell's article, presented at the BUFORA's 2nd London International UFO Congress in 1981, continues his examination of UFOlogy in Canada. He recounts an RCMP report (N69-077) detailing UFO sightings over Parliament Hill and the Prime Minister's residence in Ottawa on March 4th, 1969. Six RCMP officers witnessed an object moving at high speed, hovering, and then disappearing. Later that evening, two UFOs were reported hovering near the Prime Minister's residence, described as bright red flashing lights. On June 5th, three RCMP constables and three tourists observed a luminous craft over the Ottawa River, which emitted various colors and caused a blackout of Parliament Hill lights. The object then moved eastward and disappeared. Haisell also discusses Wilbert Smith's observations of small metallic discs ("monitors") in Ottawa during the 1950s, which he believed were used for surveillance. He notes that Smith's son also witnessed such a craft, with charred leaves indicating its presence. Haisell critiques the government's approach to UFO investigation, citing a 1952 CIA memo advising against public disclosure of interest to avoid alarmism. He also references a 1969 DOT memo regarding the declassification of "Project Magnet" studies, which recommended keeping the file confidential. Haisell questions the government's motives, suggesting they may be hiding ineptitude or discoveries that could disrupt society. He highlights the lack of progress in government-led UFO investigations, contrasting it with France's recent efforts, and criticizes the independent, often unsuccessful, efforts of civilian groups over the past thirty years. Haisell advocates for national and international collaboration, believing it is the only path to progress and scientific community involvement, which in turn can garner public support and government cooperation. He mentions Bertil Kuhlemann's suggestion that proving the existence of a phenomenon is the first task, referencing Project Blue Book Special Report #14, and questions its politically motivated conclusions. Haisell proposes repeating such studies with larger databases and making data publicly available to motivate public support. He cautions against defining ufology as a science, viewing it as a process of analysis, and warns against "golly-gee-whiz-wow!" attitudes. He concludes by agreeing with Dr. Jacques Vallee that the solution lies "within ourselves" and that unity is essential.

UFOLOGY IN CANADA - Past, Present & Future (Continued)

Haisell continues his discussion on Canadian ufology, noting the formation of Project UFOCAN on October 1, 1980, with members including John Musgrave, Ufology Research of Manitoba, Cambridge UFO Research Group, Stratford UFO Research Team, U.P. Investigations Research Inc., and Stanton Friedman. Haisell serves as provisional chairman, representing Canada on the Provisional International Committee for UFO Research (PICUR). UFOCAN aims to establish standards for an international UFO database, training methods, and report preparation, and to coordinate Canadian UFO events for entry into the international database. Haisell, as publisher of Journal UFO, offers his publication to disseminate UFOCAN and PICUR information. He stresses the importance of national collaboration due to Canada's size and population distribution, arguing that individual group efforts have often conflicted and lacked success. He compares the situation to Argentina's efforts with the Argentine Federation for the Study of Extraterrestrial Science. Haisell discusses the challenges faced by UFO research, including the possibility that some UFOs are previously unknown natural phenomena (e.g., Michael Persinger's work on geological stresses and electromagnetic energy) or meteorological phenomena. He also considers the possibility of UFOs being secret test craft. Haisell concludes that while these explanations may reduce the number of ET-hypothesis candidates, the remaining unknowns still constitute a significant number. He suggests that if UFOs are alien spacecraft, their contact strategy is questionable given global politics. Haisell reiterates that ufology is a process of analysis, not a science, and urges researchers to maintain objectivity and avoid bias. He believes that the solution to understanding UFOs lies within humanity, not in secret government files, and that unity is crucial.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The issue strongly advocates for a skeptical, evidence-based approach to UFO research, particularly in light of the Roswell autopsy film controversy. There is a clear emphasis on the need for scientific rigor, critical analysis, and transparency. The magazine highlights the challenges and fragmentation within Canadian UFO research, promoting national and international cooperation as essential for progress. The editorial stance is one of cautious investigation, acknowledging the possibility of genuine unexplained phenomena while actively seeking conventional explanations and discouraging sensationalism. The role of government secrecy and the potential for natural or man-made explanations for sightings are recurring themes.

This issue of UFONTARIO, identified by the number '11' on its cover, focuses on the theme of "MYSTERIOUS DISAPPEARANCES" as explored by Hugh F. Cochrane. The magazine also features articles on UFO sightings in Ottawa and the scientific possibility of faster-than-light travel.

Mysterious Disappearances by Hugh F. Cochrane

Hugh F. Cochrane's article delves into numerous cases where people and things have reportedly vanished mysteriously without a trace, often witnessed by credible individuals. These incidents are linked to 'abduction cases involving UFOs' and parapsychological phenomena. Cochrane posits that if these reports are accepted as valid, then our understanding of time, space, and matter must be significantly different from current scientific paradigms.

He references contemporary scientific theories suggesting matter is not solid but composed of 99% nothingness, and that energy and matter are fundamentally interchangeable, with matter being a result of interactions between complex, spinning energy fields. Some theories propose that time is not a continuous stream but is composed of discontinuous bits, with Einstein's theory of relativity defining the smallest bit of time as a 'Chronon' lasting 10-23 second.

Cochrane acknowledges the speculative nature of translating these theories into explanations for phenomena like vanishing individuals or aliens passing through solid walls. He introduces theories by Drs. Burr, Ravitz, Sheldrake, and others, which propose the existence of invisible 'resonance' fields that act as basic patterns for all material things in the cosmos. These 'Pattern Fields' (PFs) are suggested to govern everything from atomic particles to planets and the cosmos itself, acting as a blueprint that guides an object's existence, shape, form, and purpose.

The article explores the paradox of change occurring within these 'time-bits' and the 'non-reality' intervals between them. It suggests that if time is made of discontinuous bits, and each bit is changeless, then all change must occur in the interval between these bits, which would be a 'no-reality' period where material reality would not exist. This raises questions about how material matter could be changed.

Cochrane proposes that PFs exist before material objects, guiding their creation and growth. He likens the dynamic nature of reality to a movie film, where each static frame represents a bit of unchanged time, and change occurs in the space between frames, perceived by consciousness as a continuous flow. He notes that if material reality ceases to exist during these 'no-time' intervals, it would need to be simultaneously recreated, a task he deems improbable.

However, he suggests that PFs, being non-material resonances, exist continuously and represent the complete pattern for all material objects. The challenge lies in how these resonances give rise to all material matter simultaneously. The answer might lie in a 'Cosmic Background Field' (CBF) whose pulsations activate energy points in a lattice, attempting to create unity. PFs are seen as 'disunities' within this CBF, and the interaction to minimize these disunities might warp space and create what we perceive as gravity.

Cochrane also speculates that human consciousness might exist outside our reality, residing with the PF to provide maintenance information. Consciousness, tuned to the rapid flow of resonances, acts as an interface to sensory system data. He acknowledges this model resembles the rejected 'etheric field' theory but argues that PFs, existing in a non-reality realm, are a logical place for causality and change.

A key implication of this model is that if a PF could be 'shielded' from CBF energy points, the material object would fail to materialize. Removing the shielding would allow immediate re-materialization. This could also explain teleportation, allowing PFs to be transported at speeds faster than light and re-materialize instantly. This model negates the need for atom-by-atom teleportation.

Cochrane further suggests that if a PF is shielded, it might be transported to a new location and remain undetected. He also touches upon the idea of physical ailments being corrected through 'miraculous healing' if changes occur rapidly in the non-interacting intervals. He speculates that alien entities might be from other dimensions, using technology to phase-shift their PFs to travel across vast distances, bypassing the speed of light limitations.

He concludes that if PFs are responsible for our material realm and consciousness can manipulate them, then 'action at a distance' is an extension of this capacity, linking back to the original meaning of emotion as 'to reach out'.

Ottawa UFOs (ARCHIVES)

This section details UFO sightings in the National Capital Region (NCR) of Canada on March 4, 1969. Yurko Bondarchuk's "UFO sightings, Landings and Abductions" (1979) is cited.

On March 4, 1969, at 7:45 p.m., an object was observed from Parliament Hill moving at a high speed, stopping to hover over Hull, and then disappearing at 9:34 p.m. It was described as round and smaller than the moon. Six other RCMP officers also witnessed the object. Later that evening, around 10:00 p.m., an RCMP constable patrolling near the Prime Minister's Residence observed two bright flashing red lights in the sky, one moving east and the other west. These lights were very bright but had no discernible shape and left no visible trail.

Three months later, on June 5, 1969, at 10:12 p.m., three RCMP constables and three tourists on Parliament Hill saw a luminous craft hovering over the Ottawa River. The vessel emitted dazzling lights, changing colors. At 10:10 p.m., the lights on Parliament Hill went out, and Ontario Hydro was notified, but the cause was undetermined. The UFO then moved eastward with an 'up and down ping-pong-ball-like trajectory' before settling above eastern Hull and Pointe-Gatineau, then moving west and disappearing behind buildings.

Bondarchuk commented on the disturbing lack of official interest and media coverage for these potentially significant events, leaving the public 'virtually in the dark'.

Open Letter - Continued from page 1

This section continues a discussion from a previous page regarding a film related to a human race event and its alleged theft. The author expresses skepticism about the claim that US military authorities would not have searched for such a film under such circumstances, questioning the astonishing nature of the claim.

The author also criticizes Mr. Santilli for his perceived reluctance to allow third parties to authenticate a film he has possessed for six months. Santilli's comments about UFO researchers are called an insult, despite his low opinion of them. The author notes Santilli's meetings with George Wingfield and Colin Andrews.

Summary (Open Letter)

The author appeals to UFOlogists to remain grounded and avoid making unsupported positive statements about the film. They urge caution, as premature support could be used to discredit UFOlogy. Colin Andrews and George Wingfield are specifically asked to reconsider their positions.

Editor's Note

Due to mounting suspicious evidence and speculative content regarding a particular case, MUFON ONTARIO will no longer pursue its coverage.

Astronomers Predict Faster Than Light Space Travel

This article, an ISCNI*Flash from "The Sunday Times" (UK), dated August 13, 1995, reports that the Royal Astronomical Society is preparing to publish a report predicting that faster-than-light (FTL) travel will be possible. This contradicts Einstein's theory that bodies gain infinite mass at the speed of light.

Ian Crawford, an astronomer at University College London, is the author of the paper "Some Thoughts On The Implications Of Faster-Than-Light Travel." His work suggests that FTL travel could be achieved through two main methods:

1. Wormholes: Rifts in the fabric of space caused by intense gravitational fields, such as those around black holes. These could allow travel between distant points in space.
2. Warp Drive: Inspired by a paper by Miguel Alcubierre, this involves propulsion systems that distort space by compressing it in front of a spaceship and expanding it behind, effectively bending space.

The article notes that these theories are boosting interest in FTL travel, with the Interstellar Propulsion Society (IPS), including NASA engineers, preparing for its first conference in Halifax, Nova Scotia.

ISCNI*Flash is a bi-monthly electronic newsletter from ISCNI, which provides information on contact with non-human intelligence. Readers are encouraged to visit ISCNI's campus on America Online (keyword ISCNI or UFO) and their World Wide Web site (http://www.iscni.com).

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue revolve around the nature of reality, consciousness, and the potential for phenomena that challenge conventional scientific understanding. The magazine explores UFO sightings, mysterious disappearances, and theoretical physics, including concepts like time-bits, pattern fields, and faster-than-light travel. The editorial stance, particularly in the "Open Letter" and "Editor's Note," emphasizes caution and critical evaluation of evidence, especially concerning controversial claims like the alleged UFO film, and indicates a move away from pursuing certain speculative cases.