New England UFO Newsletter - No 07 - Vol 02 No 03 - 1977 08

Magazine Overview

Title: NEUFOSG Newsletter
Issue: Volume II No.3
Date: August 1977
Publisher: NEUFOSG
Country: USA
Language: English

This issue of the NEUFOSG Newsletter, dated August 1977, delves into various aspects of the UFO phenomenon, focusing on contactee experiences, unusual sightings, and potential connections to parapsychological and historical elements. The main article, "Endless Pathways" by Prent Raynes, introduces the concept of the "Birthday Phenomenon," suggesting that significant events in a contactee's life often coincide with their birthday. The article details several cases to support this theory.

Birthday Phenomenon and Contactee Cases

Prent Raynes highlights the "Birthday Phenomenon" as a potentially more significant aspect of UFO encounters than the "Wednesday Phenomenon." The article begins with the case of Uri Geller, whose birthday on December 20, 1971, was marked by several unusual events. Dr. Andrija Puharich recounts how Geller received a camera case that had inexplicably appeared in his room, a case Puharich had locked away months earlier in New York, suggesting apparent teleportation. Earlier that evening, Puharich, Geller, Shipi Strang, and Hannah witnessed a hovering disc-shaped object that caused their car's headlights to extinguish and then relight.

Another case involves a nurse in rural Indiana who, on October 12, 1973 (her birthday), was taken in an astral state to a "base" by "Fonauts."

Brian Scott, a contactee from Garden Grove, California, states his involvement with aliens began on October 12, 1959 (his birthday), when an "oval-shape, semi-solid" object appeared close to his face.

In Liberty, Kentucky, three women experienced about 80 minutes of lost time on January 6, 1976, after encountering a saucer-shaped object. Hypnotic inquiry by Dr. R. Leo Sprinkle revealed details of an abduction, and one of the women, Mona Stafford, turned 35 that day. Later, on July 19, 1976, Mona saw the apparition of a man with red hair and beard inside her home.

An interview with a woman from Massillon, Ohio, conducted on September 3, 1975, revealed that she had experienced numerous sightings and psychic effects since October 13, 1973. She came to believe UFOs were "Satans secret weapon." Her son disappeared on his 16th birthday, November 22, 1973, and reappeared in a state of shock, which she attributed to contact by UFOs.

Raynes notes that while not all contactees follow this pattern, it appears significant that many do, often signaling the initial stages of contact.

Psychic Attacks and Sleep Induction

The newsletter also discusses "psychic attacks" and unusual sleep phenomena. A woman in Ohio reported experiencing "painful electric charges" and a sensation of being "sizzled alive" between 2 and 4:30 AM. During one such attack around December 18th, she saw a "round glowing ball" suspended in her bedroom. Another time, a "green globe" was observed suspended over her stomach region.

The article describes a pattern where individuals experiencing these nocturnal events fall asleep easily and wake up feeling refreshed. It also mentions a case where a woman's son disappeared on his birthday and reappeared in a state of shock, suggesting a contact experience.

UFOs and Ancient Sites

The newsletter explores the apparent relationship between UFO manifestations and specific geographical "windows," many of which are located at or near ancient Indian mound sites. The author suggests that these sites, possibly used for religious practices, might be psychically charged, leading to unusual events. The article references a June 1977 article in Fate magazine about Robert Harner's experience at the Serpent Mound in Ohio.

Chief Lightfoot Talking Eagle of Mahanoy City, Pennsylvania, is quoted saying he prays on mounds and communes with spirits, and that mounds sometimes have "crystals" buried in them that act as "beacons to guide in the outer space craft."

Investigations in West Virginia and Mothman

In May 1976, investigators visited Point Pleasant, West Virginia, to look into ongoing activities related to the Mothman phenomenon. Linda Scarbarry, a key figure in John Keel's writings, reported having "hundreds" of encounters with the Mothman since November 15, 1966. She describes it making a "giant mouse squeaking" sound and having large, protruding red glowing eyes, but believes it seeks communication rather than harm.

Other Creature Encounters

The newsletter also touches upon other creature encounters. Virginia Thomas of West Virginia reported seeing a mysterious "tall gray figure" on November 2, 1967, at the TNT complex. She described it moving "like lighting" and stated it "took over my thinking."

In northern New Jersey, two young men reported personal encounters with Bigfoot-type creatures. One described a face-to-face encounter with a Bigfoot, noting its "ugly" face and blinking eyes, while a pinpoint of light with a high-pitched whistle was observed nearby.

In Mayport, Florida, a young married couple reported a "three foot tall, tree stump type thing" that floated and had small glowing eyes. This entity was also seen in Rhode Island by the wife.

Expert Opinion and Conclusion

The article concludes by quoting psychiatrist Dr. Berhold Eric Schwarz, who suggests that UFOlogy is a "neglected gold mine." He argues that while evidence for the Extraterrestrial Hypothesis (ETH) might be scarce, there is abundant data on parapsychological and psi aspects that have been ignored.

Sighting Log: West Springfield

A detailed "SIGHTING LOG" from West Springfield, Massachusetts, describes an event on February 9, 1977. Mrs. Patricia H. and her son, Andrew J. (Joey), witnessed a flashing yellow-white light, which they ruled out as police. They then observed an orange light moving erratically in the western sky. Joey observed a second, horizontal oval object, described as transparent with an orange glow, which extended a beam of light to the first object, absorbing it. The larger object then moved north and vanished. The temperature dropped, and a family cat became agitated.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The newsletter consistently explores the intersection of UFO phenomena with psychic abilities, unexplained events, and historical sites. It leans towards a broader interpretation of UFOs, encompassing parapsychological and possibly non-extraterrestrial origins, as suggested by the "Birthday Phenomenon" and the connection to ancient mounds. The editorial stance appears open-minded and investigative, encouraging serious scrutiny of these complex and often overlooked aspects of the phenomenon, as highlighted by the quote from Dr. Schwarz.