New Atlantean Journal - 1979 - Vol 07 No 04

Magazine Overview

Title: THE NEW ATLANTEAN JOURNAL
Issue: Vol. 7, #4
Date: Winter 1979
Publisher: THE NEW ATLANTEAN RESEARCH SOCIETY
Country: USA
ISSN: 0147-6548
Price: $1.50

This issue of The New Atlantean Journal presents a collection of articles and reader correspondence focused on unexplained phenomena, ancient mysteries, and the New Age movement. The cover features an illustration of an Egyptian sarcophagus, hinting at themes of ancient civilizations and mysteries.

Book Advertisement: The New Age Guide to Advertising and Promotion

Page 2 features a prominent advertisement for "THE NEW AGE GUIDE TO ADVERTISING AND PROMOTION," a revised and enlarged edition published by the New Atlantean Research Society. Edited by Joan O'Connell and published by Patrick O'Connell, the book is described as an up-to-date directory of New Age businesses, publications, and groups. It offers "HOW TO" tips on promoting and advertising New Age organizations, creating effective circulars, utilizing free publicity, conducting seminars, understanding the time factor in advertising, and legal aspects of New Age business. The book also promises to cover how to publish New Age magazines or books, increase circulation, mail promotional materials cheaply, budget advertising money, get free exchange advertising, make money with freebies, and obtain free subscriptions. A "FREE BONUS" is offered, consisting of advertiser's credit-coupons for discounts. The book is positioned as essential for New Age leaders and is priced at $5.00.

Editorial and Publisher Information

Page 3 provides copyright information for 1979 by The New Atlantean Research Society. It states that in addition to the Journal, they present a lecture series on the "Mysteries of the world that surrounds us, the legends and theories of ATLANTIS, and the Enigma of the UFO." Subscription rates are listed as $5 for 1 year, $9 for 2 years, and $10 for 3 years, published quarterly. The editorial staff includes Joan O'Connell (Editor) and Patrick O'Connell (President). A Board of Consultants is listed, featuring prominent figures in the UFO and paranormal research fields such as Dr. J. Manson Valentine, Vincent Gaddis, Brad Steiger, and John Michell. The issue also notes a "PHOTO ANALYSIS: INTERNATIONAL PHOTO EXCHANGE" by Ronald Spanbauer. The editorial staff clarifies that they do not accept responsibility for advertisers' statements and reserve the right to reject advertising.

Letters to the Editor

Several readers share their thoughts and experiences:

• D.M. Marion from Ohio expresses enjoyment of the Fall Issue, particularly the Egyptian mummy case picture. He claims to have lived in Atlantis and worked with energy transmutation around 10,000 B.C.
• The editorial team thanks D.M. Marion and notes that the cover image was well-received and will be used for at least four more issues with changing color codes.
• W. Ritchie Benedict from Calgary, Alberta, Canada, found the Journal useful for lectures to Grade 8 students. He highlights a "water sprite" photo from the June 1978 issue, which provoked a student's comment about feeling "spooky." Benedict theorizes about interlocking universe frameworks and size differentials, suggesting that phenomena like elves and giants might be related to such size differences, or that individuals could wander into other dimensions.
• The editorial team responds enthusiastically to Benedict's theorizing, calling it "Fantastic" and "quite possible."
• Joe D. Bicking from Topeka, Kansas, was interested in the article on "THE ANCIENT SCROLLS of the SERPENT PEOPLE" and mentioned corresponding with Richard Shaver. He is dusting off his camera to take pictures of rocks.
• Walter Wiers from Los Angeles, California, found the Journal's news items unique and intends to check for its availability on newsstands.
• The editorial team comments on the strong response to a previous editorial on prophecy and psychics, ranging from agreement to outrage, emphasizing the importance of respecting differing opinions.
• Richard Lee Boehm from Denver, Colorado, felt the latest issue "nearly bombed me out... right into, Spooksville!" He praises Joan O'Connell for addressing prophecy as "double-think and double-damning" and requests more articles on "IN SEARCH OF THE PHANTOM PHENONENON" by Tal Levesque.
• Ken Savadel sends a money order to extend his subscription and requests back issues, noting that many are sold out.
• The editorial team confirms that back copies are becoming scarce due to high demand and a growing subscriber base.

Open Letter and Prayer

Page 6 contains an "OPEN LETTER TO OUR READERS" from The Committee for Unification in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, asking to publish a card to assist the White Brotherhood. The card includes a prayer/decree: "All Mighty God, Govern and protect the Earth." Accompanying text explains that the power of this decree comes from the heart of God to unite mankind and manifest His will. It suggests using the decree three times daily. Another reader, Virginia Louise from Julian, California, praises the Fall Issue as "Marvelous!" and notes that a "Clone" article ties in with her research on Bigfoot. She also finds "The New Age Guide" excellent.

The editorial team states that these last three pages represent the core mission of the Journal: to bring news items, in-depth articles, photos, and feelings together.

Editorial: "COSMIC BROTHERHOOD" OR "COSMIC SUICIDE"?

The editorial on page 7 discusses the arrest of Eugenio Siragusa, the founder of the Cosmic Brotherhood cult, based in Italy. The cult, which believed Siragusa received messages from extraterrestrials, was involved in practices like nocturnal climbs and spontaneous exercises. The editorial highlights a tragic incident where a couple from the cult starved their five-year-old daughter, believing she would be reincarnated by "the boys from outer space," and subsequently committed suicide. The editorial questions whether the fault lies with the leader or the follower, concluding that the primary fault is a "LACK of education in the field of the psychic, the paranormal, the 'weird ways' of Mankind." It argues that education is the solution to prevent such occurrences, even if it is too late for the child involved.

Strangews Reports

This section presents various brief news items from around the world:

• SPACE SKELETONS: Reported from New Zealand, two skeletons of extraterrestrial-like beings, approximately 1.7 meters tall, were found on the beaches of Posorja, Ecuador. They are noted as being similar to those found in Mexico in 1972.
• UFOS IN ANCIENT EGYPT: A translated text by Prince Boris de Racherwiltz, based on records from Professor Alberto Tulli, suggests that flying saucers were present in ancient Egypt, possibly mentioned in Thoutmes III's Annals, dating back 15 centuries before Christ.
• 24 HOUR GUARD ON BABY "DIMA": Security guards watched over "Dima," an infant mammoth discovered in the Soviet Far East, estimated to be nearly 40,000 years old. Dima was to be displayed at the USSR National Exhibition.
• INDIAN 'MEDICINE MEN' RECOGNITION PUSHED: A report from Washington indicates a push to give Native American "medicine men" equal status with doctors in Indian Health Service hospitals, as traditional medicine has been largely ignored.
• "FISH" STORY?: From UST-NERA, USSR, reports describe a snake-headed, animal-eating creature sighted in a Siberian lake, possibly related to the Loch Ness Monster. Geologists, hunters, and natives have reported sightings.

Article: IN SEARCH OF THE PHANTOM PHENOMENON -- PART TWO

Authored by Tal Levesque, this article continues the exploration of "SENTIENT BEINGS AND THE 'DOORWAYS'." It suggests that Elementals from occult lore might be residents of borderland vibrational levels, possibly utilized by "Etherians" for various tasks. These beings may use "Aero-forms" or UFO craft, capable of changing density and shape. The article posits that beings exist at different consciousness progressions, possessing powers to produce phenomena according to natural laws. Psychic training, focusing on concentration, is presented as the key to understanding these phenomena. The ability of UFO craft occupants to become invisible is mentioned, along with legends of material contrivances for invisibility and astral travel. The phenomena are described as entering or exiting areas with an affinity for "energy spots," with Electro-Magnetism playing a significant role. GEOMETRIC MOVEMENT PATTERNS are important for navigation. The article also notes a relationship between phenomena and atmospheric ions, lightning, underground energy currents, cavern systems, astrological configurations, geological fault lines, power lines, nuclear radiation sites, and concentrations of psychic people. The section concludes with a mention of "CRYSTALS, POWER SITES AND -- YOU!", noting that para-physical manifestations have "life force" and are affected by energy flows, particularly solar and lunar currents.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue include UFOs, ancient civilizations (particularly Atlantis and Egypt), paranormal phenomena, psychic abilities, and New Age philosophy. The editorial stance, as evidenced by the editorial on "Cosmic Brotherhood," is one of caution regarding cults and the misuse of psychic beliefs, strongly advocating for education as the primary means to understand and navigate the complexities and dangers of the paranormal and psychic realms. The journal positions itself as a source for news and in-depth articles on these subjects, aiming to connect readers with information and foster understanding, while maintaining editorial control over advertising content.

Title: The New Atlantean Journal
Issue Date: December, 1977
Publisher: ESPress, Inc.
Country: USA
Theme: Esoteric knowledge, UFOs, ancient mysteries, and unexplained phenomena.

Content Summary

This issue of The New Atlantean Journal explores a variety of topics related to the unknown, ancient civilizations, and potential future developments. The opening article, "When the maximal points of entry or exit are plotted on a map of the planet...", posits the existence of a global grid of 'nodes' of vibrational transformations. It suggests that crystals might be used to tap into these energy vectors and potentially power UFO craft. The author speculates whether science can develop an 'Inter-Vibrational Transporter' and questions if humanity has lost ancient powers due to catastrophes, suggesting we might be descendants of 'Etherians' or manipulated by them.

The issue then lists numerous sources for the report, including various books and publications on topics like animal mutilations, UFOs, electronic control, psychotronic warfare, and alien invisibility.

Atlantis and Pyramids:
A map showing the locality of the ancient submerged island of Atlantis is presented, credited to Laura Horst. Another section promotes a book titled "PYRAMID ENERGY EXPLAINED," which discusses theories about the Great Pyramid of Giza and its energy. The authors, Mary and Dean Hardy, share a personal experience involving a UFO encounter in 1969, where they were told to build a pyramid as an interdimensional communication device.

UFO International Reports:

• Mexico Sighting (November 3, 1973): A detailed account of a UFO photographed in Cocoyoc, Mexico. Mr. Jimenez captured images of a pear-shaped, metallic object with five tentacle-like appendages that descended and landed using the tentacles as gear. Experts reportedly declared the photos genuine.
• Caracas Warning (August 28, 1977): An article by Joan O'Connell, reprinting a report by Sinda Angulo De Montiel, describes an encounter in Caracas, Venezuela. An individual claiming to be an extraterrestrial warned two psychology students of a major earthquake on August 28, 1977. The extraterrestrial displayed unusual abilities, including paralyzing one student's hand. The article notes that one of the students later fell ill with galloping cancer, as predicted.

Creature Pieces Studied:
A brief report from TOKYO (UPI) details the discovery of a half-decomposed, dinosaur-like creature by a Japanese trawler off the coast of New Zealand. Scientists are examining a nine-inch piece of tissue from the two-ton creature, with one scientist suggesting it might be a 'Loch Ness-type monster'. The creature's stench caused the crew to return it to the sea.

Inter-Dimensional Infrared Photograph:
An infrared photograph taken by Patrick O'Connell in Itoman, Okinawa, in August 1970, shows what appears to be a hand with unusual knuckles penetrating an iron fence. The photo was taken during the Dragon Boat Races holiday.

Premonition Times:
A promotional section for "Premonition Times," a magazine focusing on visions, dreams, prophecies, and psychic analysis. It offers a subscription and a hotline for premonition reports.

The Ancient Crystalline Records:
Reprinted from the New Atlantean Journal (December 1977) and STARCRAFT, this article discusses ancient civilizations and the potential for vast amounts of data, philosophies, and technological information to be unearthed. It suggests these 'Crystalline Records' are stored in a different dimension and can be accessed by placing crystals against the 'Third Eye' to transmit data directly to the mind. It emphasizes the need for experts to interpret this data.

Earth Changes and Other Reports:

• Disastrous Winters in the '80s: A report citing the St. Pete Times (March 29, 1978) and a Maine weather sage, Joseph F. Goodavage, predicts a decade of cataclysmic weather starting with severe winters in the early '80s, climaxing in the late '80s with the most disastrous deep freeze in history.
• Pacific Underwater Volcanoes: A report from Rocky Mt. News (May 5, 1979) details the discovery of active underwater volcanoes spewing metals in the East Pacific Rice, off the Gulf of California. Researchers from Woods Hole and Scripps Institution found these vents at a depth of 9,000 feet.

Advertisements and Subscriptions:
The issue includes several advertisements for related publications and services, such as the "NEW AGE GAZETTE," "WOOD ENERGY" (Natural Life Magazine), "SUPERKNOWLEDGE: INSTANT BRAIN-TO-MIND TAP," and a "NEGATIVE ION GENERATOR." Subscription forms for "The New Atlantean Journal" and "Gnostica" are also present.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The New Atlantean Journal consistently focuses on the esoteric, the unexplained, and alternative perspectives on reality. Themes include UFO phenomena, ancient mysteries (Atlantis, pyramids), psychic abilities, prophecy, consciousness expansion, and potential global changes (earthquakes, weather patterns). The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry into these subjects, presenting reports and theories without necessarily endorsing them as fact, but encouraging readers to "CHALLENGE THE UNKNOWN."

This issue of "EARTHCHANGES!!!" from February 9, 1978, published by THE GLOBE AND MAIL in CANADA, focuses on alarming predictions and unusual phenomena. The cover headline warns of a potential 16.5-foot rise in ocean levels due to the melting of the Antarctic ice sheet, a scenario detailed in a paper by J. H. Mercer.

Melting of Antarctic Ice Feared

By LYDIA DOTTO

The lead article discusses a paper by J. H. Mercer of the Institute of Polar Studies at Ohio State University, published in the British journal Nature. Mercer warns that the West Antarctic ice sheet could rapidly melt due to increasing levels of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere, a byproduct of burning fossil fuels. This trapped heat could raise global ocean levels by approximately 16.5 feet, submerging coastal areas worldwide. Mercer emphasizes the need to monitor Antarctic ice shelves for signs of break-up. He notes that while there's no clear evidence yet of global temperature increase caused by carbon dioxide, the warming is attributed to the gas increasing in the atmosphere since the late 1800s. Mercer predicts that doubling the current level of carbon dioxide, which could happen in about 50 years with current fossil fuel use, would lead to a disastrous five-meter sea level rise.

Climatologist Stephen Schneider's warning is reiterated: waiting for definitive proof of climate change is too risky. The article also mentions that if all available fossil fuels were burned, it would take at least 10,000 years for atmospheric carbon dioxide concentrations to return to pre-industrial levels.

Dr. Mercer cautions that predictions are based on crude computer models and could be wrong, but there's no way to know if they are too optimistic or pessimistic. He suggests that deglaciation of the West Antarctic might be a necessary price for industrial civilization to transition away from fossil fuels. This could lead to major dislocations in coastal cities and submergence of low-lying areas.

Mercer explains that the Antarctic ice sheet has two parts: the older eastern part on land and the younger, smaller western part on water. The western ice sheet is more vulnerable to warming, needing colder summers.

Shadow Pyramids! and The Crystal from the Triangle!

(Reprinted from: NEW ATLANTEAN JOURNAL, Vol. #3 #3, September, 1975, and The Pyramid Guide, July-August 1975.)

This section details the discovery by Dr. Ray Brown of Mesa, Arizona, in 1968, of a crystal sphere with shadow-graph pyramids found within a monolithic pyramid in the Bermuda Triangle. Brown, a diver, revealed the sub-sea object in March 1975. The crystal is described as luminous and transparent, possibly focusing and projecting force-fields. Brown had withheld information due to bizarre circumstances surrounding the find, retrieved from a 90-foot high pyramid submerged in 22 fathoms of water off the Florida coast.

During a dive, Brown encountered the pyramid, described as a huge stone structure about 90 feet tall, submerged in 130 feet of water. The monument had a polished marble-like surface. Inside, he found a room-sized chamber with swastika symbols and seven stone seats. A shaft projected downward, focusing on pedestal-mounted forms holding the spherical crystal artifact. Metallic arms rose from a platform to hold the crystal. Brown, feeling an ominous presence, impulsively took the crystal ball. Other divers brought up what they believed to be inoperable electronic devices. Brown kept the find secret due to governmental attitudes and laws regarding discoveries in international waters, and heeded an intuitive warning not to return.

Tragically, three of the five divers involved in the discovery later died in diving accidents, their empty boats found drifting in the Atlantic, serving as a chilling omen.

Survival Platforms

By Dr. C. RALPH CAMPO

Dr. C. Ralph Campo, President-Founder of the House of All Riches and the NEW-CLEAR UNIVERSAL FOUNDATION, and a member of the Academy of Medicine and Para psychology of California, had a vision of impending disasters. He foresaw hurricanes, floods, earthquakes, and new cold climates rising everywhere on the planet from 1985 until the year 2000, with a specific peak predicted for May 5th, 2000. He attributes the advancement of this date from an earlier prediction of 2,500 AD to world and individual pollution.

Campo links these events to individual pollution (alcohol, nicotine, drugs, selfishness, and religious misrepresentations). He states that some people will be saved through unorthodox methods, while those using self-pollutant items will not be reincarnated, leading to 'soul disintegration'. Non-believers will suffer a loss of ego-soul-awareness. Campo also envisioned 'Survival Platforms' to save humans, animals, and plants.

The platforms are described as being made of Styrofoam sheets, 12 feet by 36 feet, assembled in 12-sheet sections. They can be straightened or folded for storage, protected by a clear, unbreakable balloon-type cover in the shape of a zeppelin. They are designed to float on a liquid glycerine substance that produces oxygen, keeping them parallel to the horizon. Food capsules, seeds, and water supply are embedded in the styrofoam sides. The protective shield has windows and two doors that can only be zippered from the inside. Campo states there will be 1,440,000 such platforms strategically placed, representing a modern version of Noah's Ark. He also mentions that other humans and animals will be frozen and 'shipped' to a new planet moving towards Earth.

Campo was initially reluctant to publicize his vision for fear of causing fear but decided to share it at the insistence of his students, urging those not living according to Divine Principles to shape up. He predicts that survivors will plant seeds, free animals, and organize. New Mexico will become a coastal area. He foresees few 'safe places' due to strong climate and hurricanes during the adjustment time. A new Sovereign will rule the world, unified into one nation with 12 members. The ruler will be democratic in a new way, emphasizing kindness, gentleness, and peacefulness. Jails will exist for those not attuned to the new way of living, with school-type instruction to modify behavior.

'Littlefoot' from Outer Space

By JIMMIE BELL, Herald Staff Writer

This article reports on a UFO sighting over the North Biloxi area, Mississippi, where resident V.B. Phelps was awakened by a bright light. The next morning, Phelps discovered a peculiar five-inch footprint in his yard, resembling a baby's print with four claws instead of toes. He noted that no children of that size were known to be in the area. He also found a tiny handprint nearby. Phelps, a lifelong woodsman, had never seen anything like it. He connected the light to the UFO reports and realized it came from the direction of his residence where no one lived. His son, Wallace Phelps, found numerous holes in the ground near the footprint, suggesting metal rods had been inserted. The younger Phelps collected the footprint for safekeeping.

The Doom and Gloom Report

Compiled by: Patrick O'Connell

This section compiles several dire predictions. The 1979-80 winter is predicted to be the most severe in American history, with a choice between starving or freezing. It warns of price gouging, food and fuel shortages, and a general breakdown of normal living standards, using Hurricane Frederic as a preview.

It references a book, "WE ARE THE EARTHQUAKE GENERATION" by Jeffery Goodman, which presents psychic predictions of coming earthquakes along geological faultlines. The publication "COMING CHANGES" is cited for predictions of repeated large-scale earthquakes in California, Western Canada, and Alaska between 1980-1985, along with premonitory earthquakes in the Midwest, harsh weather patterns, faulting, and subsidence. Readers are advised to store food, water, and survival items.

"THE CRYSTAL BALL" magazine, edited by Harvey Larson, quotes climatologist Cliff Harris predicting extreme weather variability for the next year or two (through 1981), with hot patterns turning cold and vice-versa. The article notes that the ice caps have already expanded 12% since 1971 and forecasts a possible repeat of the 1200-1300 AD 'little ice age' with a short growing season, leading to significantly higher food prices, especially in areas above 45 degrees latitude like Canada.

The Fourth Dimension: And Drugs

By Dean and Mary Hardy

This article explores the concept of the fourth dimension and its relation to consciousness and drug use. The authors, referencing 'Space Brothers', suggest that a pyramid can help understand the fourth dimension. They explain that consciousness is contained within an electrical field, the aura or astral body. Drug use, such as smoking pot or taking LSD, causes a chemical-electrical reaction in the brain, altering brain wave frequencies and leading to an altered state of consciousness. This change in electrical frequency can allow individuals to enter different realities or dimensions. The article posits that the Great Pyramid of Giza was designed by Hermes as an electrical capacitor to help individuals change their aura's frequency. They conclude that if people understood how drug use hinders their existence in the fourth dimension, they might use them less.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue revolve around apocalyptic predictions, potential global catastrophes (climate change, natural disasters), and the search for answers and survival strategies. There's a strong emphasis on the influence of human actions (pollution) on future events and a belief in higher principles and spiritual guidance. The editorial stance appears to be one of warning and urging preparedness, presenting these often-unconventional ideas as serious possibilities that warrant attention and action. The inclusion of UFO phenomena, ancient mysteries like pyramids and Atlantis, and prophetic visions suggests an alignment with New Age and fringe science perspectives.

This issue of "Mysteries" magazine, dated August 2, 1979, delves into a variety of unexplained phenomena, including UFO sightings, a baffling death linked to insect attacks, and extensive reporting on animal mutilations. It also features content related to esoteric topics like pyramids, ancient civilizations, and future Earth changes, alongside promotional material for other publications and seminars.

UFOs in Chile

The article "UFO'S ARE SAID TO ENTER THE EARTH THROUGH A TUNNEL WHICH EXTENDS FROM THE SOUTH POLE TO CHILE!" from "La Razon" dated May 20, 1977, discusses recent UFO sightings over Chilean cities. It references Aime Michel's theory that UFOs use a south pole-based tunnel to enter and leave Earth's atmosphere, avoiding the Van Allen radiation belts, with Chile acting as the entry point. The report mentions sightings of "orange-violet lights with reddish points" in northern Chile's high plateau and agricultural regions, as well as in Punta Arenas. An Army patrol in the north reportedly experienced the kidnapping of their leader by a UFO for 15 minutes, after which he reappeared with a five-day growth of beard, leading Chilean technicians to suggest he was transported into the "fourth dimension." In Vilcun, a teacher and her husband reported luminous phenomena, and in Punta Arenas, over 20 people sighted a "W" formation of 5 to 11 UFOs. Due to military involvement in one case, authorities in Arica imposed censorship, which was later lifted.

Special Pyramids and Seminars

An announcement details seminars by Dean and Mary Hardy, sponsoring Kenneth Killick, the designer of special pyramids. During a session, four tape recorders stopped working. Dean Hardy reportedly found "interesting data" using L rods behind the church. Readers are invited to purchase tapes from Kenneth's seminar for $5.00 each, with titles including "ARK OF THE COVENANT," "DRUGS AND THE AFTERLIFE," "KARMA, side A, and TESLA, side B," "SUNDAY MORNING LECTURES," and "STANDING COLUMNAR WAVES, side A and the first part of the UFO lecture, side B." To order, write to Mary Hardy at R.R.#5, Allegan, MI 49010. Their book, "PYRAMID ENERGY EXPLAINED," is also available for $6.00.

Book Review: MATTER, LIFE, EVOLUTION

A book titled "MATTER, LIFE, EVOLUTION" by John G. Elliott, M.S. M.LS., is presented. It is described as containing "space age ideas on rebirths, degrees of consciousness, the accumulation of experiences, and the many frequencies of existence." The philosophy is called "very readable, instructive, and de-occultized." Mr. Elliott's advanced degrees were obtained from The University of Oklahoma and Wright State University. The book costs $2.95 in softcover and $4.95 in hardcover, with an additional 60¢ for postage and handling. Orders should be sent via Draft or M.O. to GIBSON-HILLER CO., Publisher, POB 22, Dayton, Ohio 45406.

Maryland Center for Investigation of Unconventional Phenomena

An advertisement invites readers to join an active organization researching "UFOs, Bigfoot, Animal Mutilations, Atlantis, Psychic Phenomena and more." The organization is a nonprofit corporation with a 48-page monthly journal and worldwide membership. For free information, write to the Maryland Center for Investigation of Unconventional Phenomena, Inc., Box 218, Kensington, Maryland 20795.

Doctors Baffled by Insect Attack Death

This article reports on the puzzling death of Elizabeth Van Zandt, a 25-year-old woman whose liver disintegrated three days after being attacked by a swarm of deerflies. The incident occurred at Saratoga Springs Resort, near San Francisco. Mrs. Van Zandt, her two children, and a companion suffered chills, vomiting, headaches, and extreme weakness. While the others recovered after antibiotic treatment, Mrs. Van Zandt's condition worsened, leading to a coma and death at Santa Teresa Hospital in San Jose. An autopsy revealed her liver had disintegrated. The county health department, coroner's office, and the California Health Department are investigating. Public information officer Janice Rylander stated that investigators were "baffled" and that it was like "looking for a needle in a haystack." Dr. Richard Mason, assistant medical examiner, expressed concern that the cause might be an infectious disease carried by insects and noted that the disintegration did not fit known liver diseases.

The Sirius Mystery and Second Look Magazine

A promotion for "SECOND LOOK" magazine offers a free copy of Robert K. G. Temple's book, "THE SIRIUS MYSTERY," with a charter subscription. The book reportedly traces the story of Dogon priests revealing the orbit of Sirius B years before scientific confirmation, linking it to ancient Egyptian and Babylonian myths. "SECOND LOOK" is described as a magazine that covers "ancient astronauts," the UFO controversy, and other intriguing issues, featuring articles by writers such as Colin Wilson, John Michell, Erich von Daniken, Robert Anton Wilson, Jacques Vallee, Sir Fred Hoyle, and Isaac Asimov. Special rates are offered for two-year ($27) and one-year ($15) subscriptions. A separate offer allows purchasing "THE SIRIUS MYSTERY" for $1.50 (postage and handling).

Atlantis Remembered and Earth Changes

Rev. Thomas Long's article, "ATLANTIS REMEMBERED," dated June 25, 1979, discusses a "66 MONTH WARNING" related to Florida and a massive quake on the West Coast. He advises preparing underground shelters or reinforcing natural caves with dried food, seeds, tools, and water. He predicts a period of intense Earth changes between 1980 and 1998, followed by a "SIX YEARS" period of cleansing and transformation, leading to a "New Earth" with enhanced technology and a "changed creature." He warns of floods, fires, volcanoes, earthquakes, tidal waves, and electrical storms, including a "PLANETOID" that will follow a major earthquake causing the Western Coast to sink and sending tidal waves worldwide. This earthquake is also predicted to detonate man-made devices and create openings in the ionosphere, leading to deadly radiation and diseases.

Mutes & Responsibilities: Animal Mutilations Investigation

This section provides an update on animal mutilation investigations. In May 1979, the Law Enforcement Assistance Administration granted over $40,000 for an investigation under the Santa Fe District Attorney's office, with Kenneth M. Rommel as director. Mutilations began in New Mexico in 1975, with a drop in activity in early 1977, followed by incidents in Colorado and a renewed onslaught in New Mexico in April 1978. Senator Harrison Schmitt, concerned about "organized interstate criminal activity," wrote to U.S. Attorney General Griffin Bell, who asked Philip Heymann to investigate. Bell noted the materials indicated "one of the strangest phenomenons (sic) in my memory." A conference was held in Albuquerque on April 20, 1979, to bring investigators together. Some observers suggested the conference aimed to monitor investigators, while others believed it was designed to embarrass them. The article notes that Senator Schmitt stated that systematic destruction of property in several states is not an obvious federal crime, but the federal government has jurisdiction over crimes on federal lands. Local FBI agent Sam Jones was assigned day-to-day responsibility for the investigation.

The Mystery of Animal Mutilations

An article by Toyo Yamamoto from the "Oregon Herald" (July 24, 1979) discusses the "bizarre, unsolved crimes" of animal mutilations, primarily of cattle, which have occurred in over 20 states since 1973, especially in the Southwest. A recent case in Linn County, Oregon, involved a horse whose blood was drained, sex organs, left eye, and tongue were missing. The article highlights common characteristics of these mutilations: extreme precision, removal of specific body parts (eye, uterus, rectum, udder), complete blood drainage without traces, and reports of unidentified helicopters or flying objects near the sites. The map indicates areas of mutilation incidents in 1977 and 1978. The article notes that some carcasses decay slowly, while others decay rapidly, and that predators and domestic animals react unusually to the mutilated carcasses.

A Water Sprite?

This section features photos and a brief description of a "WATER SPRITE" reportedly appearing in an unretouched photo taken at La Jolla, California. Gloria Ramsey and her brother-in-law were on the beach when the picture was taken, capturing what is believed to be a "Nature Spirit" or "water spirit registering on film in a lower vibration."

Strange Photos from New Zealand

This section presents "STRANGE PHOTOS" from New Zealand, including a rugged coastline and an object on the right. It also includes a photo of a crystal skull and Frank Dorland, who claims the artifact helped him rediscover the ancient science of "BIOCRYSTALLOGRAPHY." Dorland describes phenomena associated with the Crystal Skull, such as voices, chanting choirs, bells, and auras.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently explores topics on the fringes of science and the unexplained, including UFOs, psychic phenomena, ancient mysteries, and potential future cataclysms. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry, presenting various theories and reports without necessarily endorsing them, while also promoting organizations and publications that share similar interests. There is a clear emphasis on investigating the "unconventional" and challenging established scientific paradigms.

This issue of 'The Cosmic Flea Market' (Issue 39) presents a collection of articles and reports on unexplained phenomena, ancient mysteries, and fringe topics. The cover story, 'Unidentified Crying Object Chills Blood,' details a strange nocturnal creature encountered in Maryland. Other features include reports on alleged sightings of large, bird-like creatures in Illinois in the 1940s, a UFO sighting in Australia, and an examination of ancient cave paintings in Brazil that suggest the presence of a second moon and flying craft.

Articles and Reports

'The Cosmic Flea Market' Advertisements

The issue begins with several advertisements for various esoteric and self-help items. These include:

• 'The Tal Formula': Greyhound selecting and wagering guide, described as a 'Proven Best Ever' ideal gift.
• 'The Handicapper's Friend': Proven horse race selecting guide, also an ideal gift.
• Richard Lee Boehm: Offers handwriting analysis for $3.00, requesting 1-3 pages of cursive script.
• Ken Emmons: Sells 'BOOK OF LIGHT,' which explains new life rules, for $2.60 postpaid.
• The Pyramid Guide: A bi-monthly newsletter on Cosmic Forces and Free Energy, including information on Pyramidology, Ancient Artifacts, and New Explorations, costing $6.00 yearly or $1.00 for a single copy.
• AIA BOOKS: Offers books at discount prices on metaphysical, health/nutrition, occult, astrology, and parapsychology topics. A catalog is available for 50¢.
• The Solar Space-Letter: A publication on Space Science and UFOs, with subscriptions for $10.00 per year.

Donald J. Shields - Vitamin Chemist

An advertisement for Donald J. Shields, a Vitamin Chemist in St. Petersburg, Florida, offering consulting in nutrition. He emphasizes that lung dysfunctions are reversible with proper nutrition and invites calls for consultation or data.

Russell Advertising - Million-Dollar Bill

An advertisement for a promotional item called the '1882 Million-Dollar Bill,' claimed to attract new customers. A sample costs $1.00, and 100 bills are $19.95 postpaid.

RETURN OF THE PIASA "BIRD" OR WINGED! WIERDIES!

Reprinted from Forgotten Ages Research Society, this article discusses the Piasa 'Bird,' a creature resembling a Pterodactyl, known to the Amerinds and depicted in art. It presents recent reports suggesting these 'Winged Lizards' might still exist. Several sightings are detailed:

• April 9, 1948: A farm family in Boone County, Illinois, saw a 'monster bird, bigger than an airplane.'
• April 1948: A truck driver near Freeport saw a similar aerial exhibition.
• April 1948: A witness in Overland reported a creature circling and banking unlike an airplane.
• April 24, 1948: Colonel Walter F. Siegmund observed an 'enormous bird about the size of a small pursuit plane' near Alton, Illinois, noting it cast a shadow over two houses.
• E.M. Coleman described the creature as grey and thought it was a glider until it flapped its wings.
• April 26-27, 1948: The creature migrated downriver to the St. Louis area, where physician Kristine Dolezal and instructors at the Mississippi School of Aeronautics observed it.
• April 30, 1948: Charles Dunn, an inspector for U.S. STEEL, saw it flap its wings and move at high speed at 3,000 feet, noting it was the size of a Piper Cub but silent.

The article also mentions unconfirmed reports of a huge flying 'something' in the Ozark Mountains and recounts a story from Illinois where a 'bird' allegedly swooped down and picked up a small child.

WINGED WEIRDIE #2

This section details a sighting from Norseman, Australia, on January 11, 1978. Hugh Smith reported seeing a bright light that resolved into a large, swallow-shaped object with wings, approximately 30 feet long. It was bright green with blue wings and scarlet markings, emitting a pale lemon light. It moved at the speed of a light plane at about 100 feet altitude.

Unidentified Crying Object Chills Blood

This article, sourced from The News American (June 11, 1978), describes a nocturnal creature with 'glowing eyes' that made loud 'shrieking' noises in a cemetery in Parksville, MD. Tom Ralston, a steelworker, reported the unsettling sounds that caused neighborhood dogs to cry and crickets to quiet down. He glimpsed the creature as an animal with large, orange, glowing eyes, which bobbed up and down when flashlights were aimed at it. Ralston described its shape as 'bulky' and noted its eyes seemed to be about three feet off the ground, suggesting it might have been hunched over.

#### After Bigfoot is captured.

This sub-section discusses the hypothetical scenario of capturing Bigfoot and reporting it to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. The agency states that such a discovery would cause global hysteria and that Bigfoot would receive temporary protection under the Endangered Species Act before undergoing processing for long-term safeguarding.

THE CAVE OF THE SECOND MOON!

Authored by Patrick O'Connell, President of The New Atlanteans, this article explores cave paintings discovered in Minas Gerais, Brazil. Documented evidence suggests the Ancients observed a second moon and ancient flying discs/cigars (UFOs).

• Hernani Ebecken de Araujo's book 'Flying Saucers and the Relativity Theory From Dr. Einstein' describes over 50 'saucers' drawn in the Lapa Pintada cave. His photographs depict a purported 'message' from around 11,500 years ago, predating the cataclysms of Atlantis.
• The drawings include a triangle with a 'sun' and concentric circles, moons, a satellite-like object, a coiled serpent, a cigar-shaped craft, and a hat/gourd-shaped UFO.
• Varzelandia is located at 16 degrees South Latitude and 44 degrees West Longitude. Other caves in Brejo do Mutambal also contain enigmatic drawings.
• S. Bragine, in 'The Truth About Atlantis,' states that Atlanteans adored a second moon called 'Serpent.'
• Research at the National Museum in Rio de Janeiro documented additional caves in Minas Gerais, showing migration patterns and symbols of Time, the Sun, and rivers/oceans.
• The book 'Review of Brazilian Archeology' theorizes that the constellation ORION is depicted in figures. Another set of drawings shows a circle with 7 dots, a symbol found worldwide.
• Prof. Marcel Homets' book 'Sans of the Sun' associates the circle with 7 dots with the constellation PLEIADES. The Disc of Phaistos is cited as an example.
• Homet links the number '7' to the god Enmecharra and his 7 sons, the Sibiti, and also to the Hebrew Rephaim. The number '8' is associated with their chieftain.
• These divinities are related to the traditions of the Cabiri ('power' in Semitic), worshipped in Lemnos and Samothrace. The Cabiri are represented by the Circle with 7 dots on coins of Beryte.
• Homet also claims the symbol of the Cretan Bull is identical with the god Ba'al, associated with the god Satrape.
• The article concludes by noting the association of the Cabiri, the 'circle with 7 dots,' with the Pleiades and Poseidon, the god of the Atlanteans. Future issues will explore the link between the Circle with 7 Dots, the constellation of the Serpent (HYDRA), the Pleiades, and hieroglyphics from Brazil and Easter Island.

A CHALLANGE TO OUR "SPACE BROTHERS"

By Walter Wiers, this article discusses OAHSPE, a book published in 1882 by J.B. Newbrough. It is described as a 'big thick book' with descriptions of Earth-visiting spaceships and their passengers, considered by some to be the first 'Space Age Revelation' allegedly authored by 'Space Brothers.'

• OAHSPE appeared 65 years before 'The Coming of the Saucers' (1947) and 85 years before moon landings.
• The book's content is now seen as relevant to controversies involving ancient astronauts, ancient mysteries, psychic phenomena, the Bermuda Triangle, Bigfoot, parapsychology, the origin of Man, religion, and spiritualism.
• The article quotes from OAHSPE, referencing 'ships of light' and a prophecy of UFOs and planetary flybys.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently explores themes of the unexplained, including UFOs, cryptids (like the Piasa Bird and Bigfoot), ancient mysteries, and alternative belief systems. There is a clear interest in ancient civilizations, extraterrestrial contact, and phenomena that challenge conventional scientific understanding. The editorial stance appears to be open to investigating and reporting on these subjects, often presenting anecdotal evidence and historical accounts without strong skepticism, encouraging readers to consider possibilities beyond mainstream explanations. The inclusion of advertisements for related books and services reinforces this focus.

This issue of The Cosmic Flea Market, dated July 1, 1979, presents a collection of articles exploring UFO phenomena, ancient mysteries, spiritual claims, and esoteric theories. The magazine features a mix of investigative reports, theoretical discussions, and personal accounts, aiming to engage readers interested in the paranormal and unexplained.

UFOs and Earth Changes

The issue opens with a discussion of alleged UFO intelligences communicating through telepathy, trances, or ouija boards, predicting frightening Earth changes. These messages warn of potential shifts in Earth's axis, magnetic polarity reversals, and catastrophic earthquakes and sinkings. The article questions the seriousness of these predictions, acknowledging the possibility of natural disasters amplified by H-bombs and man-made calamities.

Religion as a Business

America is described as a 'supermarket for religions,' where religious fervor can become a multi-million-dollar business. The intense competition for converts leads to abundant 'spiritual leaders' campaigning for their schemes. The article draws a parallel between politicians failing to keep promises and spiritual leaders, questioning if they can fulfill their grand promises for 'liberating' or subjugating Planet Earth. It notes that changes in 'Gods' have occurred historically in places like Egypt, Athens, Rome, and Jerusalem, suggesting a similar shift might be happening in America.

Resonance in the King's Chamber

An article titled 'Resonance in the King's Chamber' by Rocky McCollum and Bill Cox details their survey at the Great Pyramids in Egypt in March 1979. They conducted independent tests using a pitch pipe and voice to measure frequencies within the King's Chamber. Bill Cox found that the chamber resonated sharply to 'Middle C' (256 cycles per second) on the Scientific or Justified scale, which differs from the Major Diatonic or Equally Tempered scales used in modern pianos. The article explains the different values of 'Middle C' across these scales and presents charts detailing musical scales and frequency relations.

Cosmic Photo Inside the Great Pyramid

This section presents 'THE FIRST COSMIC PHOTO TAKEN INSIDE THE GREAT PYRAMID,' described as completely invisible to the human eye. The photo, taken in the dark, shows what is identified as the 'great Cosmic Cord of the Pyramid of Khufu' and a 'great halo of light around it.' Accompanying film strip images show photos taken before and after this one, captured just outside the Great Pyramid. The copyright is attributed to R. McCollum, dated March 26, 1979.

Cosmic Energy in the Great Pyramid

This article, co-authored by E. D. Robinson and another individual (likely the magazine's editor or a contributor), discusses the decoding of the 'Iconograph of the Pyramids of Giza' and their subsequent focus on the Great Pyramid (P-1). They reference Mr. Kamal El Mallak's observation that the pyramid's inside is complicated. The authors discuss E. D. Robinson's expertise in Phi-math and his development of a Phi-number computer. They propose that the pyramid's interior was constructed to produce an 'Energy Cord' or 'Kundalini energy,' with specific dimensions related to Phi functions. The article mentions that this energy center can be felt and photographed, presenting an accompanying slide (photo) taken on March 26, 1979, which allegedly shows the 'Energy Cord.'

The Sphinx: An Astrological Symbol

An excerpt from 'THE SQUARE ZODIAC' by Gardiner James, from the American Federation of Astrologers Bulletin, analyzes the Sphinx from an astronomical viewpoint. It connects biblical passages from Revelation (a woman clothed with the Sun, a great red dragon) to astronomical events. The article suggests the story recounts a period when the New Moon was in Virgo at the Winter Solstice, and the Sun was 'born.' It identifies the 'Red Dragon' with the constellation Draco and the star Thuban. The precession of the zodiac is discussed, estimating the Winter Solstice in Virgo occurred around 21,800 B.C.E. The Sphinx is presented as a symbol potentially indicating the starting point for ancient astronomical calculations, with its construction possibly dating back to the fourth dynasty or even fifty thousand years ago. The article also speculates if the 'Square Zodiac' was an attempt by Moses to preserve astronomical knowledge.

The Cosmic Flea Market Listings

This section contains various advertisements and listings for books, organizations, and services related to UFOs, New Age beliefs, and paranormal research. Offerings include papers on 'Superscience,' books on UFOs and spiritual topics, lists of UFO and New Age organizations, and services for unpublished manuscripts. There are also listings for "The Giza Pyramids: Final Decoding" book, "Under Orders" by Mary Roe, and "The New Atlantean Journal."

UFO Knocks Officer Unconscious

A news report details an incident on August 23, 1979, in Warren, Minnesota, where a deputy sheriff, Val Johnson, was investigating a brightly-lighted object when his patrol car was damaged. The vehicle sustained a shattered windshield, bent antennas, and a broken headlamp. Johnson was found unconscious for approximately 30 minutes. The chief investigator for the Centre for UFO Studies, Allan Hendry, described it as an 'anomalous case' with unusual clues, noting that the damage was inconsistent with a typical accident. The incident also involved Johnson's watch and the car's electric clock stopping for 14 minutes.

King of the Lemurians

This article introduces Abraham Mansfield, an 82-year-old individual with diverse accomplishments, who claims to be 'King of the Lemurians.' The story recounts an experience in 1934 where Mansfield, while prospecting in California, was approached by Indians who conferred upon him the title of 'King of the Lemurians' and presented him with stone tablets containing 'hidden knowledge.' The article weaves a narrative of authenticity around Mansfield's esoteric claims.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue include the intersection of UFO phenomena with prophecies and spiritual beliefs, the exploration of ancient mysteries and their potential astronomical or energetic significance (particularly concerning the Great Pyramid and the Sphinx), and the presentation of esoteric claims and personal experiences. The editorial stance appears to be open to investigating and reporting on a wide range of paranormal and unexplained phenomena, encouraging readers to consider alternative perspectives beyond conventional scientific or historical understanding. The inclusion of advertisements for related books and organizations further reinforces this focus on the New Age and UFO communities.

This issue of the St. Petersburg Times, dated Saturday, September 29, 1979, features a prominent article titled "Mystery of the 'Flying Coffin'" by Donald M. McNicoll.

The 'Flying Coffin' Mystery

The lead story details an aviation mystery involving a million-dollar plane that inexplicably drifted for seven hours in circles across busy international air lanes. The crew of two were found motionless at the controls. British Royal Air Force and French Air Force jets attempted to intercept the plane but could not rescue the crew or assist the spiraling aircraft. Traffic controllers warned other aircraft of the plane's dangerous movements. The circles varied in diameter from 5 to 40 miles at an altitude of 30,000 feet, gradually moving southward from Britain across the English Channel to Brittany, France. The plane ultimately crashed in a meadow near Nantes, France, killing the pilot, Tom Lampitt (48), a top British pilot, and Capt. Fausto Aguiar de Barros Zella of Sacavem, Portugal. Lampitt was demonstrating the plane and providing instruction on its high-altitude capabilities. The plane was an American-built twin-engined Beechcraft Super King Air 200 turbo-prop. An official French inquiry was underway, with Les Shaddic, a veteran British government engineering inspector, participating. The cause of the incident remained unknown, with speculation including potential pressurization problems or loss of oxygen. The plane was owned by Eagle Aircraft of Leavesden.

Ancient Civilizations and Predictions

Another section discusses Abraham Mansfield, an 82-year-old resident of Redding, California, who lives in the shadow of Mount Shasta. His home is described as a museum of Indian jewelry, silvercraft, goldcraft, petrified bones, and other artifacts he claims are remnants of the Lemurian civilization. Mansfield's research, based on what he calls the "Plates of Time," allegedly describes the Earth approximately 19,000 years ago, with four major continents (Etrucia, Lemuria, Oceantis, and Atlantis) and a "cataclysmic change" that shifted the Earth's axis. He claims that after this event, great megaliths and astronomic constructions were built to forecast future cataclysms. According to Mansfield, the area where Mount Shasta now stands in Northern California was once a rich Lemurian gold mine, which erupted during the cataclysm, killing nearly 5,000 people. The "Plates of Time" are also said to contain information about atomic power, space travel, and electricity generation. Mansfield has written three books on the subject and can be contacted at 3025 West Street, Redding, CA 96001.

'Cycles of War' and Future Forecasts

A significant portion of the magazine is dedicated to promoting the book "CYCLES OF WAR." The promotion highlights numerous predictions from the book that have allegedly already come true, including the tax revolt, worsening inflation, extreme weather, a political swing to the right, the exposure of the Trilateral Commission, instability in the Carter Administration, troubled areas in Nicaragua and South Africa, and increasing Soviet military aggression. The book is presented as a guide to understanding war-predicting cycles, including American literature cycles, inflationary cycles, planetary cycles, climatic cycles, economic cycles, market cycles, and civilization cycles. It also claims to document the resource dilemma, upcoming civil unrest, how the U.S. military encourages war, the historical perspective of equality between the sexes, future visions from sensitives, how multinational corporations promote war, and the potential for Mr. Carter's inner conflicts to trigger a major war. The author of "CYCLES OF WAR" is described as a former instructor at the U.S. Air Force Academy, a VIP pilot for NORAD, an internationally known financial writer, and a popular talk show guest. The book is praised by various individuals and publications, including the Imperial Embassy of Iran, Howard Ruff, The Mother Earth News, Defense and Foreign Affairs Digest, Intelligence Digest, Value-Action Advisory, IMAC Commodities Newsletter, Ezra Taft Benson, and Gene Warr. The book is priced at $11.00.

'The New Atlantean Journal'

An advertisement promotes "THE NEW ATLANTEAN JOURNAL," described as the nation's most unique quarterly magazine covering the unknown, the unexplained, and the unexplored. It offers three back issues and a one-year subscription for $7. Recent issue titles mentioned include "Dr. J. Manson Valentine's Discovery of X-KUKIKAN," "The 'Phantom Phenomenon': Maps of Suspected UFO Bases," "Leylines and the Telluric Forces," "Hidden Secrets of the Southwest," "UFO Maps of Suspected Tunnel Entrances," "Earth Changes and the Solar Fire," "Mystery Men in a Green Mist," "Sonar Depth Chart of 'Triangle' Pyramid," "A 'Water-Sprite'," "Survival in the New Age," "An Escape Route," "Crystal River," "Atlantis Remembered: Our Coming Earthchanges," "Bigfoot Sightings Revive Hopi Legends," "UFO's: Saviors or Destroyers?" "Mystery Flash Traps Women in 'Tube of Fire'," "UFO's have Powerful Thirst for Gas!" "The UN and the UFO Mystery!" "The Wee Ones!" "Mamelwouth: The Talking Rock?" "The Clones of Enki!" "Are YOU a Space-Child?" "The Secrets of Ancient Medicine!" and "The Tunnel Monster!"

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The issue leans heavily into themes of mystery, the unexplained, ancient civilizations, and future predictions. The "Flying Coffin" story highlights an unexplained aviation event, while the articles on Abraham Mansfield and "The New Atlantean Journal" focus on ancient mysteries and speculative history. The promotion for "Cycles of War" underscores a strong belief in cyclical patterns influencing major world events and a predictive stance on future conflicts and societal changes. The editorial stance appears to be one that encourages readers to explore the unknown, question conventional explanations, and prepare for potential future challenges based on historical patterns and esoteric knowledge.