Mysteria - Issue 12 - 1979 12

Magazine Overview

MYSTERIA, Nr. 12/79, 1st Year, is a German-language magazine focused on UFO research and pre-astronautics. The cover features an illustration of a figure from Tiahuanaco, hinting at the issue's exploration of ancient mysteries. The price was DM 3.50.

Contents

The issue includes a table of contents detailing articles on various topics:

• Titelbild: The main figure from the Sun Gate of Tiahuanaco (Archiv: Bernd Brasser), related to the lead article on page 5.
• Inhalt/Redaktion/Impressum: Table of contents, editorial, and imprint details.
• Liebe Leser: A letter to the readers.
• Meine Erlebnisse mit UFOS: Personal UFO encounter experiences by Josef Wanderka.
• Das Geheimnis von Tiahuanaco: An article by Bernd Brasser about the archaeological site of Tiahuanaco.
• Schlecht und Recht - Erlebte Vorgeschichte: A piece by Walter Closs exploring historical and linguistic connections.
• Die Waffen der Götter im alten Ägypten: An article on ancient Egyptian artifacts and their potential technological significance.
• Steinlagen mit Zentrum Bretagne - Kult oder Technik?: An examination of megalithic structures in Brittany by Ing.grad. Rudolf Kutzer.
• Fotoseite: Photo pages (pages 22-25).
• Der Isolator des Pharaohs - Die Wahrheit über den Djed-Pfeiler: An article by Hans-Werner Sachmann.
• Das aktuelle Buch: Geheimnisse im Weltall: A book review of Thomas Trent's work.
• Preisverlosung: Prize draw announcements.
• Jahresinhaltsverzeichnis: Annual index.
• Autorenspiegel: Author profiles.
• Liebe Abonnenten (Aboerneuerung!): Information for subscribers.
• Das Geheimnis der Glutbälle in der Coral-Sea: An article on 'heat balls' in the Coral Sea.
• Liebe Leser (Ein Wort zu Weihnachten und dem Jahreswechsel): A seasonal message to readers.

• Editorial and Contact Information:
• Editor-in-Chief: Axel Ertelt, Postfach 1227, D-5884 Halver 1, Tel.: 02353/10276.
• Editorial Staff Dortmund: Hans-Werner Sachmann, Emsinghofstr.35, D-4600 Dortmund 15, Tel.: 0231/339438.

Copyright and Submission Policy:
MYSTERIA is published monthly. Copyright for signed contributions belongs to the authors; for unsigned articles, it belongs to the editorial staff. Reprints require written permission and two copies. Unsolicited manuscripts are not accepted, and return postage is required for potential return. The editorial staff reserves the right to edit or shorten submissions. No honorarium is paid as MYSTERIA is a private magazine operating on a cost-recovery basis. An annual book prize is awarded to the best reader contribution.

Subscription and Ordering Information:
Orders can be placed via bank transfer to SPARKASSE HALVER-SCHALKSMÜHLE (BLZ 458 513 90), Account No. 219964. Single issue price: 3.50 DM. Annual subscription: 38 DM. Half-yearly: 20 DM. Quarterly: 10.50 DM. Overseas shipping costs are available upon request.

Letters to the Editor

Liebe Leser! (Page 3)

The issue begins with a letter to the readers, referencing previous articles on 'Amazonen' (Amazon women) and a newspaper clipping from the Weser Kurier (Nov 22, 1975) by Walter Nippert. This article discusses the discovery of several warrior graves in Westphalia and Lingen dating back to around 350 BC and the time of Christ, where women were found buried with weapons and wearing trousers and leather attire. It also mentions findings from the Harz region and historical accounts from the 16th century and Roman times of women participating in warfare. The letter also points to Prof. Dr. Jacques de Mahieu's book "Des Sonnengottes heilige Steine (Die Wikinger in Brasilien)" for further details on the Amazonen.

A significant event reported is a UFO sighting on December 4, 1979, involving at least 40-50 people in the airspace over Halver, Lüdenscheid, and surrounding areas, observed between 16:30 and 22:30. The editorial staff has identified numerous witnesses and contacted official agencies. Readers who made similar observations are urged to report them.

A special MYSTERIA supplement on this event is announced, expected in January or February 1980. Pre-orders received by January 25, 1980, are priced at 3.50 DM, with the later retail price estimated at around 5 DM due to the expected 40-50 pages of material.

The letter concludes with greetings and a promise of surprises in the next issue from Axel Ertelt.

Personal UFO Experiences

Meine Erlebnisse mit UFOs by Josef Wanderka (Page 4)

This article continues the publication of Josef Wanderka's UFO experiences from Vienna. He recounts two sightings:

1. Mid-June 1973: While hospitalized in Vienna, Wanderka observed a bright, white light ascending vertically from the southeast, which then turned into a horizontal arc. The object, described as like a giant magnesium flare, later turned into a pulsating red light before disappearing from view. He noted that the object's passage illuminated clouds.
2. Mid-March 1975: During a vacation in St. Corona am Wechsel, Austria, Wanderka and his companion observed five luminous objects in the sky. Despite his companion not noticing them, Wanderka took a photograph with his camera, but the objects had vanished by the time he prepared for another shot.

Ancient Mysteries: Tiahuanaco

Das Geheimnis von Tiahuanaco by Bernd Brasser (Page 5-7)

This article delves into the enigmatic archaeological site of Tiahuanaco, located in the Andes between Peru and Bolivia. Brasser highlights the city's mysterious origins, predating the Inca, and its unique construction. Key points include:

• Location and Environment: Situated at 3,800 meters altitude in a desolate, wind-swept area.
• Construction Materials: Massive stone blocks, some weighing up to 200 tons, were transported from a quarry 60 kilometers away over difficult terrain.
• Architectural Marvels: The Sun Gate, carved from a single Andesite block, and colossal stone pillars (3 meters high, 2 meters wide, up to 5 meters long) and altar fragments (up to 6 meters long, 4 meters wide, 1.5 meters thick) demonstrate advanced craftsmanship.
• Engineering Prowess: Austrian engineer Arthur Posnansky speculated that a highly advanced civilization, possibly 18,000 years ago, was responsible for these structures.
• Dating Discrepancies: While modern science dates Tiahuanaco to a maximum of 2,000 years ago, early descriptions by Pedro de Cieza de Léon already noted the difficulty in understanding the tools and techniques used.
• Technological Questions: The article questions how primitive inhabitants, with only stone tools, could have created such precisely cut and fitted blocks, some polished to within half a millimeter tolerance.
• Transportation: The transport of multi-ton blocks across Lake Titicaca is questioned, with the author dismissing the idea of simple reed rafts.
• Advanced Knowledge: The builders possessed overwhelming technical knowledge, possibly including advanced astronomical understanding and surveying skills, as suggested by the precise construction of the site.
• The Uru People: The Uru, or 'Kot-Son' ('lake dwellers'), are presented as potential descendants of the original inhabitants. Their myths speak of a 'stone city' and claim they are not human, having existed before the sun and the creation of other races. They describe themselves as having black blood, not feeling the cold, speaking a different language, and having different head shapes, suggesting an extraterrestrial origin.
• The 'Stone Seats': The article mentions 'stone seats' found at Tiahuanaco.
• Inca Suppression: The Inca are blamed for deliberately erasing the memory of Tiahuanaco's great past.
• Reconstruction: A reconstruction of the Kalasasaya complex and the Puma Punku structure is shown.

Linguistic Exploration

Schlecht und Recht - Erlebte Vorgeschichte by Walter Closs (Page 8-10)

This multi-part article begins with a linguistic exploration of the German words 'echt' (real/true), 'schlecht' (bad/poor), and 'recht' (right/correct).

• Part 1 (Page 8): Closs recounts finding the word 'ECHT' in an old Brockhaus encyclopedia, noting its presence in the name of an ancient Egyptian city, ECHT-ATON. He initially dismissed it as a coincidence but later investigated the etymology.

• Part 2 (Page 9): Closs argues that 'echt' is an ancient German word, possibly related to the concept of 'horizon' (waagerecht - horizontal, senkrecht - vertical). He suggests that 'echt' might have originally meant 'level' or 'aligned with the horizon,' similar to the concept of 'Echt' or 'Echte' (level ground) in Austrian dialect. He posits that the word 'recht' (right) originally meant 'horizontal' or 'level,' and 'schlecht' (bad) originally meant 'flat' or 'smooth' (glatt, eben), akin to the Norwegian word 'slett'. He traces the semantic shift to a meaning of 'uneven' or 'not aligned,' leading to the modern negative connotations.

• Part 3 (Page 10): The article continues by discussing the linguistic shift in 'schlecht' and its relation to 'gemein' (mean/common). It also introduces the topic of ancient Egyptian artifacts, specifically the 'Nilschlüssel' (Nile key).

Ancient Egyptian Artifacts

Die Waffen der Götter im alten Ägypten (Page 10)

This section, a continuation of a previous article in MYSTERIA Nr. 7/79, discusses the 'Nilschlüssel' (Nile key) and the 'Stab' (staff) depicted in the hands of Egyptian gods. The author notes limited reader participation in providing ideas.

• Reader Contribution (Lilly Wöbbeking): Suggests the Nilschlüssel was a square key for spacecraft or aircraft, similar to a car key, and the staff was an antenna or microphone.
• Theren Magazine Opinion (Luc Shavelli): Proposes that the objects held by the 'hybrid beings' could be 'ray guns' or 'universal weapons', particularly mentioning the god Ptah.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The issue strongly emphasizes the exploration of ancient mysteries, particularly those related to advanced civilizations and potential extraterrestrial influences (Pre-Astronautics). The Tiahuanaco article is a prime example, presenting archaeological evidence that challenges conventional historical narratives and hints at lost, highly advanced cultures. The 'Amazonen' and 'Nilschlüssel' articles also fit this theme, reinterpreting historical accounts and artifacts through a lens of advanced technology or non-human intervention. The personal UFO accounts add a contemporary dimension to the magazine's focus on unexplained phenomena. The linguistic analysis of 'echt' and 'schlecht' suggests an interest in uncovering hidden meanings and origins, potentially linking ancient languages to broader, possibly extraterrestrial, influences. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry into unconventional theories, encouraging reader participation and presenting evidence that supports alternative interpretations of history and science.

This issue of Prä-Astronautik (Pre-Astronautics) focuses on the interpretation of ancient symbols and structures as evidence of advanced technology used by 'Ancient Astronauts'. The primary themes explored are the "Nil-Schlüssel" and the "Djed-Pfeiler" from Egyptian mythology, and the technological functions of megalithic sites in Bretagne.

The Nil-Schlüssel and Djed-Pfeiler

The magazine presents reader interpretations of the "Nil-Schlüssel," suggesting it could represent a ray weapon or an analytical tool. It is also linked to the "Ankh-Kreuz" and "Isis-Knoten," with one theory proposing it as an "Ankh-Strahler" (Ankh-Radiator).

The "Djed-Pfeiler," often depicted with the deity Ptah, is theorized to be a universal device capable of counteracting gravity, enabling levitation or flight. The article notes that the "Djed-Pfeiler" is likely the staff of Ptah, used for this purpose.

Illustrations show the "Nil-Schlüssel" depicted as a weapon, sometimes in a non-operational form that might fit into a halter, drawing parallels to depictions of weapons in Tula and the "Wild West" era.

Ferdi Heller's theory, as summarized, posits that these ancient weapons, appearing super-modern, instilled fear in humans. The appearance of these weapons is a significant question for pre-astronautics researchers. The "Nil-Schlüssel" is described as a powerful weapon, possibly worn as an amulet today.

Ancient Weapons and Technology

The article speculates on the meaning of "Nil-Schlüssel" possibly relating to a hidden depot in the Nile region. The term "ANKH" is explored as a potential abbreviation, perhaps for "Atom-Nadel-Kraft-Hover" (Atom-Needle-Power-Hover), drawing a parallel to the term LASER. It is suggested that all ancient terms might stem from a common proto-language.

These weapons are believed to have been rechargeable and existed in various forms. The "Djed-Pfeiler" is linked to them, possibly serving as oversized charging devices.

Ptah's "charger" is depicted, with its thickened base suggesting further functionality. Staves, resembling lightning rods, are thought to have been used for grounding during "ray attacks." These staves might have had an upward connection to act as receivers, amplifying the effect for the user.

The goddess Hathor is shown with a "Nil-Schlüssel" and a staff that slightly differs from the general depiction. The article suggests that these ancient depictions show weapons being held in the right hand and staves in the left, possibly related to the brain's left and right hemispheres for transmission and reception, respectively.

Megalithic Structures in Bretagne

Rudolf Kutzer, an engineer and architect, presents his research on megalithic sites in Bretagne, challenging conventional archaeological interpretations. He argues that these "stone installations" are not merely "cult" or "technique" but evidence of advanced pre-historic technology.

Kutzer's work is based on technical analysis and builds upon theories by others, including Erich von Däniken. He questions the dating of these structures to the Neolithic period, suggesting it might be too recent.

Types of Megalithic Structures:

• Menhirs: Upright monoliths, ranging from 1m to 22m in height, with some weighing up to 360 tons. "Menhirs indicateurs" are thought to be directional markers.
• Alignements: Rows of menhirs, forming complexes like Carnac/Morbihan with thousands of stones arranged in multiple rows over kilometers.
• Cromlechs: Stones arranged in circles or semicircles, ovals, or rectangles, often with a straight base line connecting to alignments.
• Dolmens: Stone slabs supported by typically three "legs" (upright stones). While often interpreted as burial sites, Kutzer suggests their original form might have been different and not suitable for burials.
• Tumuli: Large burial mounds, often with internal chambers resembling dolmens, but with no direct entrances and no findings of skeletons in the chambers themselves.

Fachwissenschaftliche Deutungen (Mainstream Scientific Interpretations):

• Thom (England): Interprets Stonehenge as a "Moon Observation Center."
• W. Hülle (Germany): Views them as "burial sites, cult sites."
• Le Rouzic (France): Restored Carnac's Anlagen, but is accused of transforming free-standing dolmens into earthen mounds.
• Müller (Germany): Focuses on "Sun, Stars, Calendar" theories, but is criticized for imprecision.
• Mario Zanot (Italy): Discusses "SUN" lines with incorrect directional data and "peasant cults."
• Felix R. Paturi (Germany): Adopts theories from Thom and Müller, emphasizing "cult."

Kutzer critiques these interpretations for lacking definitive proof and for overlooking significant details, such as megaliths found submerged underwater, suggesting a connection to post-Ice Age sea-level rise.

Pre-Astronautic Interpretations of Megaliths:

• Charroux: Views megalithic sites as "Akupunktur der Erde" (Acupuncture of the Earth) – reception and amplifier systems for cosmic energy.
• Kohlenberg: Suggests dolmens might be "replicas" of three-legged flying vehicles, noting that modern aircraft have three-legged landing gear.
• Fernand Neill: Argues that the entire field of megalithic research needs to be re-evaluated, questioning the lack of burial finds and suggesting a technological basis.

Newer Findings and Theories:

• Kutzer and Sichler: Propose that large menhirs indicate major directional lines, connecting sites across continents (e.g., Bretagne to Mexico, Egypt, and even Stonehenge).
• Energy Generation and Transmission: The combination of menhirs, dolmens, and cromlechs is theorized to function as an integrated system. Alignments might act as energy generators, cromlechs as collectors/capacitors, dolmens as switches, and menhirs as transmitters. The "legs" of menhirs are analyzed as potential "power connection points" or "force-closure points" rather than mere supports.
• Material Analysis: The use of quartz-rich stone (granite, porphyry) is highlighted. Quartz's piezoelectric properties are noted, suggesting it could be used for regulating time (like in modern clocks) or as a component in sophisticated receivers.
• Antenna Function: The article discusses the potential "antenna function" of megalithic structures, drawing parallels to modern radio technology and suggesting that these ancient sites could have been powerful receivers.

"Wellenförmige Rillen" (Wavy Lines):

These lines found at the base of menhirs are not seen as mere decoration but as potential "power connection points" or "force-closure points" for energy transfer.

"Steinpackung" (Stone Packing):

The stone packing connecting cromlech menhirs and extending towards single menhirs is seen as evidence of a functional connection, similar to how stones are used in Tiahuanaco for wall construction between monoliths.

Material Properties:

Quartz, a key material in many megaliths, is highlighted for its unique properties. The article suggests that for extraterrestrial visitors facing a global catastrophe, stone (especially quartz) would have been a readily available material for building technological devices, including distress signal transmitters.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring theme throughout this issue is the reinterpretation of ancient artifacts and structures through the lens of "Pre-Astronautics." The magazine consistently challenges conventional scientific explanations, proposing that ancient civilizations possessed advanced technological knowledge, possibly derived from extraterrestrial contact. The editorial stance favors a critical examination of archaeological dogma and encourages readers to consider alternative, technologically-focused explanations for historical mysteries. The use of terms like "Ancient Astronauts," "ray weapons," and "energy systems" underscores this perspective.

This issue of Prä-Astronautik, dated September 20, 1979, issue number 21, explores the intersection of ancient mysteries and advanced technology, particularly through the lens of paleo-astronautics. The magazine is published by Rudolf Kutzer and features contributions from various authors, including Hans-Werner Sachmann and Thomas Trent.

7. Zusammenfassung: Stone Structures and Paleo-Astronautics

The main summary section posits that stone structures in regions like Brittany could have been technical installations for a base station. These structures, built from readily available local materials, were allegedly constructed by indigenous people following instructions from extraterrestrials. After fulfilling their purpose or due to other events, these sites were abandoned, leading to a 'settlement vacuum' and a lack of genuine local myths or traditions about them.

The author connects these European structures to other paleo-astronautic evidence, such as ground markings at Nazca, stone structures in Middle and South America, the 'long-eared faces' on Easter Island, and the Egyptian pyramids (noting granite elements within). The inclusion of Armorican (European) sites is presented as a logical extension of this complex.

Rudolf Kutzer, Ing.grad., is credited with the text, drawings, and photos for this section, with work sketches also provided by him.

Overview of Following Pages

The issue previews upcoming content:

• Page 22: Work sketch by R. Kutzer: Approach
• Page 23: Work sketch by R. Kutzer: Flyover
• Page 24: Photo plate by R. Kutzer: The Menhir of Trêgune in Finistere, France (approx. 8m high, 150 tons), with a cross added later.
• Page 25: Stone structures at Carnac in Brittany (Photos: R. Kutzer).
• Page 25: (Bottom images) Power plant recordings showing insulators, compared to modern Djed Pillars (Article by Hans-Werner Sachmann).

In eigener Sache (In Our Own Interest)

This section addresses the magazine's submission guidelines. Despite previous requests for manuscripts for 'MYSTERIA' to be submitted in duplicate, typed double-spaced, the editorial team continues to receive simple articles, often only as copies. Henceforth, such reports will no longer be considered (though previously accepted ones are excluded). Drawings and photos should also be submitted in duplicate, with photos being original black-and-white prints. Drawings should be made with black ink or felt-tip pen.

DER ISOLATOR DES PHARAOHS – The Truth About the Djed Pillar

By HANS-WERNER SACHMANN

This article explores the possibility of ancient high cultures possessing advanced technology, particularly concerning energy. It questions how ancient artists illuminated dark chambers for their work, suggesting alternatives to torches, such as sophisticated mirror systems or even primitive light bulbs, referencing the 'light bulbs of Dendera'.

The author focuses on the Egyptian Djed Pillar, a mysterious object originally man-sized, characterized by a base and typically four horizontal stacked plates. While traditionally considered a cultic object or fetish, and often worn as a talisman or depicted in miniature art, Sachmann proposes a more technological interpretation.

He draws a striking parallel between the Djed Pillar's appearance and modern insulators used in high-voltage power plants. He suggests that the Djed Pillar might have been a functional component in ancient electrical systems, possibly representing an 'energy storage' device or a 'carrier of the sky and the sun' as alluded to in some Egyptian myths.

The article discusses the linguistic meaning of 'Djed', which relates to permanence, constancy, and stability, further linking it to energy. It contrasts the traditional Egyptological view (e.g., a stylized tree) with the paleo-astronautic hypothesis, which sees the Djed Pillar as a relic of advanced ancient technology.

The article includes images comparing insulators from power plants with depictions of the Djed Pillar and a model from Egypt.

Prä-Astronautik - Das aktuelle Buch (The Current Book)

This section reviews "Geheimnisse im Weltall" (Secrets in Space) by Thomas Trent (pen name of Wilhelm Ihde). This is a photomechanical reprint of the 1955 original, a 94-page youth book that discusses UFOs and the probability of extraterrestrial life. The review highlights the book's enduring interest due to its early engagement with the UFO phenomenon and its clear explanations aided by numerous illustrations.

The book is made accessible again through a reprint by Carola von Reeken-Verlag, with permission from the author's widow.

MYSTERIA-Preisverlosung / Jahresinhaltsverzeichnis (Price Lottery / Annual Table of Contents)

This section announces a prize lottery for the best reader contribution to 'MYSTERIA', offering a book prize and a year's subscription to the magazine. Readers are asked to vote for their favorite article.

It also provides the annual table of contents for 'MYSTERIA' for 1979, listing articles under categories like 'UFO-Forschung' (UFO Research) and 'UFO-Sichtungen' (UFO Sightings). Notable articles include those by Axel Ertelt, Hans-Werner Sachmann, and Prof.Dr.Hans Holzer.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue revolve around the concept of Prä-Astronautik, which posits that ancient civilizations possessed advanced technological knowledge, possibly influenced by extraterrestrial contact. This is explored through the analysis of ancient structures (Bretagne, Egypt), artifacts (Djed Pillar), and the broader implications of energy and technology in antiquity. The magazine also maintains a strong focus on UFO phenomena, presenting research, sightings, and theories. The editorial stance appears to favor speculative interpretations that link ancient history with advanced technology and potential extraterrestrial involvement, encouraging readers to question conventional historical narratives. The magazine also actively engages its readership through contributions and a prize lottery.

This document is the yearly table of contents for the German magazine MYSTERIA, issue 12/79, published in 1979. It covers a wide range of topics related to UFO phenomena, pre-astronautics, ancient mysteries, and archaeology, as documented by various authors and the editorial team.

UFO Sightings and Encounters

The table of contents details numerous UFO sightings reported throughout the year. These include:

• Ten mountaineers sighting UFOs (Herbert Mohren).
• A discussion on whether UFOs have disappeared (Axel Ertelt).
• A sensational report of UFOs merging (Walter-Jörg Langbein & Axel Ertelt).
• UFOs over Kiel (Herbert Mohren) and Westphalia.
• UFOs sighted over Dortmund, with numerous witnesses.
• A UFO over Vienna (Josef Wanderka).
• Reports of glowing UFOs over Denmark and Northern Germany (Axel Ertelt).
• An alleged UFO crash in the Soviet Union, with claims of Russians reverse-engineering alien technology (Peter Fiebag).
• Memories of Skylab and UFOs (Herbert Mohren).
• A report on Bavarian police chasing light phenomena.
• A UFO reportedly chasing a charter plane (Josef Wanderka).
• Speculation about a connection between UFOs and the USA since 1943 (Roland Horn).
• Personal accounts of encounters with UFO occupants (Josef Wanderka).
• UFOs being very active.

Pre-Astronautics

A significant portion of the content is dedicated to pre-astronautics, exploring theories of ancient astronauts and advanced ancient technology:

• Articles on stamps and pre-astronautics.
• The scientific recognition of the Baghdad batteries.
• The 'World Dreamer' from Val Camonica on a Celtic coin (Herbert Mohren).
• Mysteries surrounding a rock image (Hans-Werner Sachmann).
• A 'Gods' War' 12,000 years ago (Frank Bruns).
• Inquiries about a mummy found near the Via Appia in Rome, possibly an extraterrestrial, or a case of hibernation (Herbert Mohren).
• The Talos robot in prehistoric Greece (H.-W. Sachmann).
• Dr. Ginsburgh's theory that Adam came from a spaceship.
• An iron pillar from the Moon (Johannes Fiebag).
• The Hohlstein as a 'Gods' center' in Central Germany (MYSTERIA-Redaktion, Ferdi Heller, Manfred Lies).
• The 'Chronicle of Akakor' and its confirmation by newly planned technical vehicles (Bernd Brasser).
• A pilot from a prehistoric flying machine (Ferdi Heller).
• Claims that a UFO freed Roman legions (W. Raymond Drake).
• Debate on whether Adam and Eve were primates (Ferdi Heller).
• Evidence of past technology in ancient Arabia (Bernd Brasser).
• Space travelers in ancient Greece (W. Raymond Drake).
• A report from 65 years ago (Hans-Werner Sachmann).
• Erich von Däniken's interpretation of the Ark of the Covenant as a radio device or mini-reactor (Axel Ertelt).
• A rocket symbol of pre-astronauts at the Externsteinen (Ferdi Heller).
• Discussions about ancient astronaut researchers meeting in Munich.
• The steel cube of Salzburg in legend and reality (Hubert Malthaner).
• 'Yellow Gods' in ancient China (Peter Krassa).
• 'Gods' castles' in the 'Bull of Europe' (Ferdi Heller).
• The theory that the gods of Egypt were extraterrestrial colonizers (Michael Appel).
• The return of the 'White Gods' (Johannes Fiebag).
• The 'ray gun' at the Externsteinen (Ferdi Heller).
• 'Intruders from outer space' (W. Raymond Drake).
• The stone of Farr (Walter Closs).
• An early book on pre-astronautics (Hubert Malthaner).
• A UFO on an old coin.
• 'Amor and the grinding machine' (Hans-Werner Sachmann).

Bermuda Triangle

Several entries focus on the Bermuda Triangle:

• Six ships disappearing in December 1978.
• A follow-up on the Bermuda theme.
• A sailing ship missing in the Caribbean.
• The disappearance of Charles Berlitz and a note about it in the 'Dear Reader' section.
• A discussion about 'The North Star IV'.

Mysteries

This section covers various unexplained phenomena:

• '300 years' - time shift in the Siebengebirge (Eller).
• A time shift in the Siebengebirge (follow-up).
• 'The Strange Miner' - a time shift legend from Lower Saxony (Axel Ertelt).
• Black holes as tears in space and time (Ferdi Heller).
• The secrets held by graves (Frank Bruns).
• Are they UFO occupants? People burning up internally (Frank Bruns).
• Psychometry in the service of historical research (Hans Holzer).
• The mysterious island (Gerda Heller).
• Mysterious events at the AAS Congress and the Externsteinen.
• The search for energy points and energy lines (Joseph Schaffrath & Hans-Werner Sachmann).
• Paradoxes in the theory of relativity (Udo Wöstendiek).
• Yeti observed by a research team.
• Ore freighter disappeared without a trace.

Archaeology

Archaeological news and findings are also featured:

• Archaeological short reports.
• Discovery of dinosaur skeletons.
• Rock paintings of extraterrestrials in Ulan Bator.
• The peculiar nails of the Egyptians.
• The Atlantic waterfall.
• Ancient Chinese knew the cosmos.
• Discovery of EL-DORADO.
• Chinese mummies.
• 'Amor and the grinding machine' (follow-up).
• The existence of Amazons (with a follow-up).

Miscellaneous

This section includes various other topics:

• A meteor with colorful lights.
• Possibility of microorganisms on Mars.
• 4669 objects in space.
• A TV professor lost a lawsuit concerning astrology.
• Hot Jupiter with a red windstorm.
• Space travel: Skylab falling on Frankfurt.
• New ice age caused by cosmic hydrogen clouds.
• A giant star explodes.
• A report on whether the Earth had 421 days in ancient times (6,7).

Author Index

The issue includes an author index listing all contributors and the pages on which their articles appear. Notable authors include Michael Appel, Bernd Brasser, Frank Bruns, Walter Closs, W. Raymond Drake, Axel Ertelt, Johannes Fiebag, Ferdi Heller, Gerda Heller, Prof.Dr.Hans Holzer, Roland Horn, Peter Krassa, Walter-Jörg Langbein, Hubert Malthaner, Herbert Mohren, Hans-Werner Sachmann, Joseph Schaffrath, Udo Wöstendiek, and Josef Wanderka.

Editorial Notes and Reader Contributions

• A note regarding the deadline for a prize drawing on January 20, 1980.
• A message to subscribers about subscription renewals, emphasizing that subscriptions not renewed by issue 1/80 will be considered canceled.
• A section titled 'The Secret of the Glowing Balls in the Coral Sea', which discusses a newspaper clipping from SÜDKURIER about the disappearance of pilot F. Valentich and the phenomenon of 'Glutbälle' (glowing balls) observed over the Coral Sea. These are described as gas balls possibly formed by an unexplained natural event, charged with immense energy, and capable of causing matter to dissolve instantly. It is speculated that pilot Valentich may have fallen victim to this phenomenon. This article was not included in the main yearly index as it was received after the editorial deadline.
• A 'Dear Reader' section, marking the end of 1979 and the last issue of the year. The editors explain their decision to provide an expanded issue with more information and photos as a Christmas present instead of a calendar. They also request readers to report any unusual aerial phenomena observed on New Year's Eve, providing criteria for distinguishing potential UFOs from fireworks.
• The issue concludes with holiday wishes from the MYSTERIA editorial team.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are UFO phenomena, ancient astronaut theories (pre-astronautics), and unexplained mysteries. The editorial stance appears to be open to exploring these subjects, presenting various theories, witness accounts, and research findings without necessarily endorsing them definitively. The magazine aims to inform its readers about current developments and ongoing investigations in these fields, encouraging reader participation and feedback.