New Atlantean Journal - 1975 - Vol 03 No 03

Magazine Overview

Title: THE NEW ATLANTEAN JOURNAL
Issue: Vol. 3, No. 3
Date: September 1975
Publisher: New Atlantean Research Society

This issue of The New Atlantean Journal delves into a variety of mysterious and unexplained phenomena, from the legendary Bigfoot to potential climate shifts and ancient underwater discoveries.

Editorial Comments!

The editorial section, compiled by Joan O'Connell, addresses several intriguing news items. The first headline, "BIGFOOT NOW AN OFFICIAL???" from the Evening Independent (July 5, 1975), discusses the official recognition of Sasquatch by the Army Corps of Engineers and its mention in the "Washington Environmental Atlas." The editor expresses cynicism about the "grande announcement" and the potential for government funding.

Another headline, "COUSTEAU JOINS SEARCH FOR MYSTERIOUS ATLANTIS" (Local Paper, July '75), reports on Jacques Cousteau's expedition to Crete. The editor comments on the potential for increased respect for believers if Cousteau confirms Atlantis, while also noting the monetary aspect.

A third item references a June 16, 1974 headline from The National Tattler: "U.S. ABOUT TO ADMIT UFOS EXIST AND OPEN A GOLDEN AGE, EXPERT SAYS." The editorial comment dismisses this as an old story, noting that Ralph and Judy Blum, cited in the article, are newcomers to the UFO field. The editor challenges the idea that the government is ready to admit UFO existence and suggests that the Blum's headline is misleading, particularly the part about UFOs being here to help. The journal offers its files for research on topics like Villa Boas, the lead mask murders in Brazil, and mental contact cases.

The Cosmic Switchboard

Compiled by Joan O'Connell, this section presents a series of brief, unusual news items from various sources, dated primarily in 1975:

• India: 'Strange creatures,' 10 feet tall, male and female, were reportedly turned over to police.
• Brasilia, Brazil (AP 7/6/75): A swarm of African bees killed a schoolteacher, and firemen had to use flamethrowers to combat them. These bees are spreading to Argentina and Bolivia and are predicted to reach the United States in 10 years.
• St. Petersburg Times (6/30/75): Yoga instructor Robert Antossczyk of Ann Arbor, Michigan, may have died of "astroprojection" due to meditating too deeply, though a later report indicated an overdose of a drug.
• St. Petersburg Times (6/29/75): In Newark, New Jersey, five baby sharks were reportedly seen tumbling from a fire hydrant nozzle.
• La Puente, California (AP 6/26/75): A teen-aged girl set herself on fire while driving, reportedly wanting to know "what it feels like" to die. Friends mentioned her intrigue with life after death.
• Milwaukee, Wisc. (St. Petersburg Times 6/14/75): A woman and her two adult children were charged with failure to report a death after their partially mummified mother's remains were found in their former apartment. The family reportedly only ran water at certain times due to fear of evil spirits.
• Lima, Peru (AP 3/23/75): Careless tourists have destroyed significant portions of the Nazca lines.
• Infinity (May/June '75): Geologists predict another major earthquake along the New Madrid faultline in eastern Missouri and Arkansas, noting the last major quake in 1811 caused the Mississippi River to flow upstream.
• Toronto (The Spectator 3/19/75): A blinding fog on Highway 17 west of Sudbury is being studied, possibly caused by emissions from an iron ore recovery plant.
• St. Petersburg Times (6/6/75): Two men drowned in a phosphate mine retention pond in Bartow, Florida, after being overcome by a toxic gas. Six co-workers were injured attempting a rescue.
• London bookmaking firm Ladbrooke's: Offered a 10,000-pound payout if an intelligent extraterrestrial life-form capable of reproduction and movement manifests on Earth before December 31st, 1979.
• Port Au Prince, Haiti (St. Petersburg Times 6/1/75): Drummers appealed to the voodoo god Dumballah to save Haiti from starvation due to a seven-month drought.
• GlenRose, Texas (UPI 4/23/75): Dinosaur tracks, measuring two feet by one foot, were found in sandstone halted construction of Texas' first nuclear power plant. The article notes the discovery of a large flying reptile with a 51 ft. wingspan found in Texas.

Shadow Pyramids and the Crystal from the "Triangle"!

Reprinted from the PYRAMID GUIDE (July-August, 1975), this article details Dr. Ray Brown's discovery in March 1975 of a crystal sphere with shadow-graph pyramids, found within a monolithic pyramid in the Bermuda Triangle in 1968. Dr. Brown, a treasure diver, described the object as luminous and transparent, possibly focusing and projecting force-fields. The artifact was retrieved from a ninety-foot high pyramid submerged in twenty-two fathoms of water. Brown noted the pyramid's polished marble-like surface and a doorless opening leading to a chamber with swastika symbols and seven stone seats. A shaft projected from the ceiling, holding the crystal artifact. Brown reasoned he had experienced a temporary out-of-body experience in 1968 following a near-fatal diving accident. He kept the discovery secret due to concerns about governmental confiscation. The article concludes by noting that three of the five original divers involved in the discovery are no longer alive, having died in diving accidents.

A New Ice Age Coming?

By Joan O'Connell, this article discusses the possibility of a new Ice Age based on a Toronto Sun dispatch (June 16, 1975). It cites a Japanese study indicating bizarre weather patterns over the past 10 years, including droughts, cold waves, and warm spells. Dr. Louis Thompson of Iowa State University highlights that variable weather, rather than a cooling trend, is a primary concern for grain production. The article mentions that Earth's poles have been ice-covered only twice in its history (600 and 300 million years ago). It references Stuart Auerbach's report in the Washington Post Service about climate experts believing a new Ice Age is coming, possibly due to human interference or natural climate shifts. Reid Bryson of the University of Wisconsin warns of climatic disaster and potential widespread starvation. The journal announces it will begin a report on climatic changes, starting with this issue, to promote preparedness rather than panic, citing increased coffee prices due to unseasonable freezing in Brazil as an example of impending changes.

Below Dates Have Newspaper Source on File - All are Dated 1975

This section provides a chronological list of unusual news events from various newspapers in 1975:

• May 13: 100 MPH winds in Ft. Lauderdale, Fla.
• May 27: World's strongest quake in recent years hits Azores.
• June 1: "Freak sea" overturns oil rig near Galliano, La.; Haitians turn to voodoo for aid against drought.
• June 7: Strongest quake in two decades hits Fortuna, Ca.; Texas town washed out by rain (17.5 inches in 24 hours); unseasonably cool air and snow in Denver, Colo.
• June 11: Cold wave hits Rockies with record low of 33 degrees in Colorado Springs; New York and New England states experience 30s and 40s.
• June 17: Record lows in Wyoming and Nebraska; tornado watches in Indiana, Ohio, Michigan, and Wisconsin.
• June 20: Ca. Valley sandblasted for 4th day, described as "Worst in 20 years"; "Heat Records being set in New England" (Boston 94 degrees).
• June 24: "Rain Swollen Red River Washes out Midwest Crops" in Bismark, N.D., with $120 million in sugar beets lost and 350 acres of potatoes gone.
• June 30: Series of strong quakes shake Rockies; "Flash Floods Swamp Las Vegas" (2 dead); "Water Drowns Areas Crops" in Bismark, N.D., affecting current and future planting.
• July 3: Mouna Loa Volcano, Hawaii, erupts for the first time in 25 years.
• July 5: Quakes felt at Kiloues.
• July 8: "Major quake in Gulf of California" felt in Tucson, AZ.
• July 10: Walla Walla, Washington, cools to 105 degrees, a rare occurrence.
• July 13: Geologists checking "changes" in activity at Mt. Baker, Washington, with 10 times the normal steam output.
• July 16: Millstone River in N.J. experiences record flood (10.6 inches of rain in 48 hours); "3 Million Nomads face starvation" due to drought in Africa.
• July 20: Brazil suspends coffee exports due to frost; torrential rains in Texas and baseball-sized hail in Nebraska; two earthquakes hit Western Pacific, triggering a tidal alert in Hawaii.
• July 21: Rains cause floods in Trenton, N.J., with floodwaters 8½ ft. deep, causing about $30 million in damage, mostly to crops.
• July 24: "Rains upset crop harvests" in Virginia, Delaware, New Jersey, Tennessee, and Maryland.
• July 25: "Near hurricane-force winds batter Tucson, AZ."
• July 30: "Tons of water wash Panhandle" (Florida) with nine inches of rain. The article quantifies rainfall in tons and gallons per acre and notes continued hot, dry weather in the Midwest, raising concerns for the corn crop.

Energy Waves!

By Hans Lauritzen, this article explores the concept of energy waves and resonance. It explains that humans perceive the world through five senses, which translate energy waves into chemical and electrical impulses in the brain. The body and brain are permeated by various phenomena not connected to conscious centers, including energy waves of frequencies outside our sensory range. These waves can resonate with other body parts, causing physiological and psychic effects. The article defines resonance frequency as the frequency at which matter absorbs energy waves, dependent on composition, shape, and dimension. It notes that atomic nuclei resonate in the radio region, and electrons in the microwave region. Magnetic fields can increase electron resonance frequencies into the infrared spectrum. The human body emits various energy waves, and American scientist N.J. Stovall found that human brain radio wave frequencies are individual. The article suggests that amplified energy waves at proper resonance frequencies can induce involuntary reactions. It concludes by stating that science is becoming aware of unknown energy types that are non-dynamic but still influence matter, unlike dynamic energies that produce resonance and mechanical effects.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue of The New Atlantean Journal include UFOs, ancient mysteries (Atlantis, pyramids, Bigfoot), unexplained phenomena, and potential global environmental changes (climate shifts, ice age). The editorial stance, as expressed in the "Editorial Comments!" section, is critical of sensationalized news and quick announcements, favoring a more grounded, investigative approach to unexplained phenomena, while also acknowledging the existence of mysteries beyond current scientific understanding. The journal aims to investigate the "Unknown, the Unexplained, and the Unexplored."

This issue of The New Atlantean delves into various aspects of the unexplained, with a strong focus on UFOs, psychic phenomena, and personal spiritual exploration. The content ranges from theoretical physics related to UFO propulsion to practical investigations and personal development techniques.

UFO Propulsion and Non-Dynamic Energies

The lead article posits that UFOs utilize energies for propulsion, describing an effect that is "mass annihilating" rather than matter annihilating. This process, it is suggested, allows crafts to move at speeds far exceeding the velocity of light, rendering current calculations inadequate. The article draws parallels between these energies and those known in parapsychology, such as mental, etheric, or psychic energies, which are present in all matter and living beings. It is theorized that UFO occupants might harness these "non-dynamic energies" to scan human brains or induce involuntary reactions in people when a UFO is nearby.

GNOSTICA: NEWS OF THE AQUARIAN FRONTIER

An advertisement promotes GNOSTICA, described as "America's most respected Occult Journal." It offers monthly issues covering Astrology, the Occult, New Age Sciences, Cosmology, Telepathy, Parapsychology, The Tarot, Witchcraft, and Neo-Paganism. A one-year subscription (12 issues) costs $5.00.

EARTH RELIGION NEWS - Paganism

Another advertisement introduces THE EARTH RELIGION NEWS, a "pagan tabloid magazine" dedicated to the practice and study of Paganism. It features news, editorials, and book reviews, printed on the eight ritual occasions of Paganism. Subscriptions are $6.00 for 12 months (8 issues) in the U.S. and Canada.

FEEDBACK: Cattle Mutilations in Minnesota

A reprinted report from NICAP, authored by Robert C. Cornett and Kevin D. Randle, addresses cattle mutilations in Minnesota. The investigation found "no connection between UFOs and the mutilations." The report debunks the theory that UFOs were involved, attributing the supposed link to an individual named Terry Mitchell who claimed to have invented a UFO with an electro-mercuric weapon and then inferred aliens used it. The report also explains that areas described as "melted in a perfect diameter" around mutilated cows were actually caused by snow compaction from other cattle sniffing the body. Other evidence, such as indentations in frozen lakes and broken tree branches, were explained as farmer-made holes and pruning, respectively.

An "Editors Note" emphasizes the importance of common sense and logic in investigations, using the Minnesota case as a lesson for field investigators to avoid jumping to UFO-related conclusions without thorough questioning.

THE MEANING OF ORGANIZATION

By Joan O'Connell, this article discusses the nature and purpose of organizations within the UFO field. It distinguishes between members who join for genuine interest and those who are "professional joiners." The author stresses that a good organization is judged by the quality of its members and that individual members represent the integrity of the entire group. The article advocates for members to uphold the ideals of their organizations and for organizations to provide the promised services to their members.

Several listings for obtaining UFO information are provided, including addresses for UFO information, maps, lists of UFO organizations, and UFO photos. A free booklist is also offered.

TIME TRACKING

By Patricia Diegel, this article explores the concept of reincarnation and "Time Tracking." Diegel suggests that people are afraid to explore past lives due to potential negative discoveries or an attachment to their current identity. The "Way" to spiritual evolvement includes meditation and studying various spiritual texts. Diegel believes it's possible to scan past lives, retrieve talents, and even program future incarnations. The article explains a method using a "Moebius Strip" to navigate one's "Time Track" past birth and death traumas to examine past lifetimes. It suggests that individuals not from Earth may feel a strong desire to return home and enjoy science fiction. The article also touches on physical malformations being linked to past-life guilt and proposes that by scanning the Time Track, one can release negative karmas, forgive oneself, and create a new future, even future incarnations. The mind, not the physical brain, is considered the storehouse of incarnations.

INVESTIGATION REPORT --- VENICE, FLORIDA

By Thomas Stone, this report details an investigation into creature sightings in Venice, Florida, dating back to May 1974. The primary incident involved Ronnie Steves witnessing a whitish, six-foot-tall creature with brownish-black hair chasing ducks. Subsequent reports describe various creatures, including ape-like beings, a creature with no hair on its chest, and a tall, humped-back creature with glowing eyes. The report correlates these sightings with UFO reports in the same area, noting that some creatures were seen chasing animals while others did not react to human presence. The author suggests there may be multiple types of creatures involved.

An "Editors Note" indicates that further information on Venice UFO reports, dating back to 1966, will be presented in a future issue, along with reports from Tarpon Springs, Oldsmar, and New Port Richey areas.

THE LAW AND THE UFO!

By Joan O'Connell, this article aims to demonstrate that UFO sightings are not solely reported by "kooks" but also by "qualified observers," particularly law enforcement officers. It lists numerous newspaper clippings from 1973 detailing UFO reports from sheriffs, police officers, and rangers across various states. The article also mentions a case from December 1973 where a Police Chief's wife divorced him after he photographed a "spaceman." It notes that UFO activity in October 1974 mirrored that of 1973. A Detroit headline suggests the city was preparing its police for UFO visits, including plans to stop and frisk aliens and issue citations for fleeing saucers. The article also mentions a letter from Dr. J. Allen Hynek urging police departments to investigate UFOs and relay sightings to a national hotline.

The author encourages readers to call their local police if they see a UFO and to send in any photographic evidence.

Announcement

This section announces that two previously advertised books, "FLYING SAUCERS ARE HOSTILE" and "ALLENDE LETTERS NEW UFO BREAKTHROUGH," are sold out. The third book, "FLYING SAUCER INVASION TARGET EARTH," is still available. The magazine thanks readers for their support during a TV appearance and requests clips from local newspapers. It also announces a new investigators class covering field investigations, reporting, spotting techniques, and equipment, offered free of charge to members.

THE NITPICKER'S GAZETTE!

This column features "GOTTAGRIPE" items, where the author, JCC, offers critical commentary on UFO-related news.

GRIPE NUMBER ONE criticizes a press release about "SECRET TALKS ON UFO INVASION" involving American and European scientists, questioning the secrecy of a press release and the expertise of an "atmospheric physicist" on UFO invasions. The author sarcastically suggests that if an invasion occurs, readers were warned here first.

GRIPE NUMBER TWO questions the existence of "FEDERAL UFO INVESTIGATORS," noting that official agencies like the Air Force seemed indifferent. The author expresses concern about a UFO organization being named in a clip as having "officials" on the scene, implying a potential repeat of past issues where private organizations were presented as federal.

GRIPE NUMBER THREE dismisses a report about "WORMPICKERS THE CAUSE OF UFO SIGHTINGS?" in Canada, where people using headlamps to find worms were mistaken for UFOs. The author finds this excuse for a UFO sighting to be a "sorriest excuse" and reminiscent of the paranoid 1960s.

The column invites readers to submit their own "Nitpickey" or "wormy" gripes.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue include the nature of UFO technology and propulsion, the potential for non-physical or psychic energies to be involved, and the debunking of sensationalized UFO claims through logical investigation. There's a strong emphasis on critical thinking and evidence-based analysis, particularly in the feedback on cattle mutilations and the "Nitpicker's Gazette" column. The magazine also explores personal spiritual growth through concepts like reincarnation and "Time Tracking." The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry into unexplained phenomena, coupled with a healthy skepticism towards unsubstantiated claims and a commitment to rigorous investigation. The publication also serves as a platform for promoting related literature and organizations within the UFO and occult communities.

Title: GLOBAL GOSSIP
Issue Date: April 16, 1975
Document Type: Magazine Issue

This issue of GLOBAL GOSSIP presents a collection of miscellaneous reports and news items related to UFOs and unexplained phenomena, interspersed with personal commentary and classified advertisements.

Global Gossip Section

The "Global Gossip" section leads with a report from Whitehall, Wisconsin, dated April 16, 1975, detailing sightings of an orange UFO with a flashing blue light near Ellsworth. The report notes that these sightings have been correlated with disappearances and mutilations of farm animals, though no proof is offered. The author expresses a desire for more definitive evidence and recommends an editorial in the September 1975 issue of FATE magazine.

A story from Missouri describes a trucker who has applied for Workmens Compensation after claiming he was burned on the face and temporarily blinded by a 'ray' or 'ball of fire' from an unidentified flying object while on Interstate 55. The author notes this should make for an 'interesting hearing'.

Gray Barker is reported to be experiencing 'MIB troubles' and the publication itself has received 'kookie mail' and harassment, which they attribute to increased publicity from a recent TV appearance and radio programs, suggesting the involvement of 'unstable minds'.

A brief item mentions a planned movie about a 'buried spaceman yuckee in Aurora', Texas, dismissing it as 'a lot of roars about nothing' and comparing it to 'Tora, Tora, Tora'. The movie premiere is set for Decatur, with tickets priced at $10 and by invitation only.

The "Terrible Triangle" is discussed, with the author acknowledging its overuse as a topic. A report dated July 15, 1975, details an expedition of an 84 ft. schooner, the New Freedom, into the Bermuda Triangle. The expedition, led by J.H. Moss, aims to shed light on the unexplained and includes scientists, oceanographers, and psychics. The author expresses skepticism about the value of such expeditions and psychic readings, calling for 'concrete proof' and questioning the purpose of the article itself.

Classified Advertising Section

The second page is dedicated to classified advertisements:

• PYRAMID GUIDE: Advertises reports on mysterious free energy discovered in Great Pyramid replicas, cones, coils, and other geometric prototypes, claiming they preserve perishables, sharpen cutlery, mummify, and alter auric fields. Published by EL CARISO PUBLICATIONS.
• CHURCH OF ALL WORLDS: Describes itself as one of the oldest and largest Neo-Pagan religions, publishing a magazine called GREEN EGG, which is presented as the most comprehensive publication of Neo-Paganism in the U.S. It is published eight times a year, with 48-56 pages per issue, and offers subscription rates.
• UNDERSTANDING, INC.: A non-profit organization dedicated to fostering a better understanding among peoples of Earth and those not of Earth, providing contact information for membership and subscription rates.
• NOTICE: A reminder that subscription rates have increased by one dollar as of the September issue.
• LOST and FOUND NOTICE: An inquiry for the whereabouts of Bishop Beck, who was active in the UFO field for many years and was last heard from in Washington, D.C. in 1966.
• Underseas Research: An advertisement for a free sample copy of THE FISH NET, a publication of the PINELLAS TROPICAL and MARINE SOCIETY.
• THE BEST OF SAUCER SCOOP!: Promotes a volume of exciting and factual cases from the '60s, featuring noted authors like John Keel, Brad Steiger, and Bob Stiff. It is described as Volume One with limited copies remaining.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are UFO sightings, unexplained phenomena, and the paranormal. The editorial stance appears to be one of cautious skepticism, particularly regarding the 'Terrible Triangle' topic, while also acknowledging the existence of unexplained events and the public's interest in them. The publication seems to be a hub for UFO enthusiasts, disseminating news, personal accounts, and promoting related literature and organizations. There's a sense of frustration with the lack of concrete proof in many cases, balanced with a willingness to report on ongoing investigations and public interest.