NOUFA - No 19 - 2012

Magazine Overview

Title: Noticiero Ufológico Autónomo
Issue: N° 19 – BD – Noufa2
Date: December 23, 2012
Publisher: [email protected]
Slogan: "Sin ataduras ni conexiones oficialistas. Libre de pensamiento y acción" (Without ties or officialist connections. Free thought and action.)

This issue of Noticiero Ufológico Autónomo, published on December 23, 2012, features a cover story on a solar halo phenomenon and includes articles on cryptids in the Amazon and the Varginha UFO case in Brazil.

Editorial

The editorial, titled "Estimados amigos," reflects on the current state of the world, characterized by unscrupulous individuals and media dependence. The editor, Raúl Núñez, discusses the cover image of a solar halo, noting that many people were frightened by it, but that it is a common phenomenon during unsettled weather, recalling an old saying: "Circulo en el sol aguacero o temblor, Círculo en la Luna novedad ninguna" (Circle in the sun, rain or tremor; Circle in the moon, no novelty). He emphasizes the importance of listening to the wisdom of elders. The editorial also touches upon UFO sightings and other unexplained phenomena, stating that the issue aims to cover diverse topics for readers with different interests.

Articles

Amazonas: ¿Pleistoceno Park? Un testimonio real

This extensive article by Luis Jorge Salinas and Sergio Salinas Calcagno recounts the author's personal experiences in the Amazon region of Brazil. The narrative begins with his journey into the Amazon in 1985, his fascination with the jungle, and his initial difficulties crossing borders. He describes working on a chicken farm and his interactions with locals, including a woman named Joanna. The core of the article focuses on unexplained encounters with large, ape-like creatures. The author describes hearing terrifying howls at night, initially dismissing them as monkeys. However, he eventually witnesses a large, bipedal creature with a grotesque profile, described as having a gorilla-like body and a dog-like head, with formidable claws. He attempts to shoot it but it escapes, injured. Later, he witnesses an even larger creature, estimated at three meters tall, roaring intensely. The author speculates about the nature of these creatures, considering possibilities like 'lobisomen' (werewolf) or unknown primates. He also notes a strange, skunk-like odor in the area. The article details further sightings of these large shadows moving along the road and a peculiar encounter with a large female creature that seemed to be a reddish and was as large as a small tree. The author concludes by stating that these experiences have left him with a sense of mystery and uncertainty.

Alienígenas del Caso Varginha

This section details the Varginha case, which occurred in Varginha, Minas Gerais, Brazil, on January 20, 1996. The report begins with the sighting of a silent, gray, cylindrical object, the size of a bus, hovering low over a field. Hours later, a creature described as semi-humanoid, about 1.5 meters tall with a large head, red eyes, and viscous brown skin, was seen crouching in a vacant lot. Three adolescent girls reported seeing this creature. The article states that firefighters captured a creature that morning, and later, other military and police forces captured two more beings. These creatures were reportedly taken to hospitals, but died shortly after. The article mentions that a forensic examiner, Badan Palhares, who had previously examined the skull of Nazi criminal Mengele, was involved, though he later denied his participation. It also notes that military operations were ordered by Lieutenant Colonel Olímpio Wanderley Santos, who also denied involvement. Ufologists Vitório Pacaccini and Ubirajara Franco Rodrigues investigated the case, uncovering evidence of an official cover-up involving military and civilian authorities. The article mentions that over seventy ufologists, including Bob Pratt and John Mack, have visited Varginha to investigate, with John Mack noting that the witnesses showed psychic traits consistent with real and traumatic experiences. Ten major ufological organizations in Brazil signed a document denouncing a "true and complex operation" involving authorities to conceal the capture and subsequent removal of biologically unclassified creatures.

Other Content

Table of Contents: The issue includes a detailed table of contents listing articles on Criptozoology in the Amazon, aliens from the Varginha case, the history of Chile and UFOs, subterranean realms, Chiloé, anomalous curiosities, and photography.

Cover: The cover features a striking image of a solar halo above a statue, with a caption referencing solar and lunar circles.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are unexplained phenomena, particularly UFO sightings and encounters with cryptids. The magazine adopts an independent stance, as indicated by its slogan, "Sin ataduras ni conexiones oficialistas. Libre de pensamiento y acción." The editorial emphasizes critical thinking, the importance of historical knowledge (through elders), and the pursuit of truth, even when it involves controversial or unexplained events. There is a clear focus on presenting witness testimonies and investigative findings, while also acknowledging the possibility of official cover-ups and the need for open-mindedness.

Title: BREAKING NEWS
Issue Date: Tuesday, December 11, 2012
Publisher: Las Últimas Noticias
Country: Chile

This issue of BREAKING NEWS delves into a variety of intriguing and often mysterious topics, ranging from astronomical phenomena and historical anomalies to environmental puzzles and speculative theories about hidden civilizations.

The Star of Bethlehem: An Astrophysical Perspective

The lead article features astrophysicist Martin Gaskell, who proposes scientific explanations for the legendary Star of Bethlehem. Gaskell suggests that the traditional dating of Christ's birth is likely incorrect by at least four years due to an error by the monk Dionysius Exiguus in the 6th century. He dismisses the ideas that the star was a supernova or Halley's Comet, as the comet's appearance was 12 years after the estimated birth. Instead, Gaskell presents two main hypotheses: a rare triple planetary conjunction of Jupiter, Saturn, and Mars, documented by the Babylonians around 7 BC, or a lunar occultation of Jupiter, which occurred in 6 BC and was recorded on Roman coins from Antioch. He also notes that the 'extreme luminosity' might have been a more subtle phenomenon perceived only by astronomers.

Strange Lights Over Texas and Santiago

The magazine reports on two separate incidents involving unexplained lights. In Houston, Texas, on December 8, 2012, residents observed a bright green light, which NASA initially suggested might be a meteorite but the National Weather Service believed was debris from the Russian satellite COSMOS 2251. Separately, on December 18, 2012, strange lights in the sky over Santiago, Chile, caused a stir on social media, with many believing they were UFOs. However, these lights were later identified as Pillán T35 aircraft from the Chilean Air Force during a graduation ceremony.

Cannibalism and Cults in Brazil

A disturbing report from Brazil details a case of murder, dismemberment, and cannibalism in Pernambuco. Three individuals confessed to killing, dismembering, and consuming at least three women, allegedly on the orders of a 'voice' from a sect. They also reportedly used human flesh to make empanadas. The police are investigating the possibility of their involvement in at least five other homicides.

Primitive Hammer Discovery

An article briefly mentions the discovery of a primitive hammer in Texas, USA, in 1934. It is suggested that such tools may have existed for millions of years, with studies indicating this particular artifact could be over 7 million years old.

UFOs in Angol and Santiago

Another section covers a gathering of young ufologists in Angol, Chile, who met with local UFO investigator Raúl Gajardo to observe potential UFO phenomena. The article also references the Santiago 'UFO' incident, clarifying it was aircraft.

Friendship: Myth or Reality?

The magazine discusses the 'Friendship' phenomenon and a UFO colloquium held at the Universidad Católica de Temuco. Alex Fernando Ruiz Quintana, a biology graduate and organizer of these colloquiums, shares his thoughts on the continued interest in UFOs, noting a shift towards more analytical public engagement. The event featured Ernesto de la Fuente, a key figure in the 'Friendship' narrative. Ruiz Quintana leans towards a 'terrestrial hypothesis,' suggesting advanced terrestrial elites might be involved, and mentions the need for participants to adopt new names.

UFOs in the Conquest of Chile

An article titled 'The Other History of Chile: UFOs in the Conquest?' explores a strange event during the Battle of Andalién in 1550. According to historical chronicles, during a fierce battle between Mapuche and Spanish forces, an intense luminosity appeared in the sky, accompanied by thunder and falling objects, causing the Mapuche to retreat in fear. Both sides interpreted the event through their own cosmogonic and religious beliefs, with the Spanish attributing it to divine intervention (the Virgin Mary or Saint James).

The Rat That Deforested Easter Island

Challenging the long-held belief that the inhabitants of Easter Island (Rapa Nui) destroyed their own environment through deforestation, a study by anthropologist Terry Hunt from the University of Hawaii proposes a different culprit: Polynesian rats. These rats, brought by early settlers around 1200 AD, are believed to have consumed the seeds of the native palm trees, leading to widespread forest destruction. The article also touches upon the historical narrative of the island's colonization and the subsequent decline of its population, suggesting that 'civilized' white men, rather than indigenous conflicts, were responsible for the near extinction of the Rapa Nui people, framing it as genocide.

Subterranean Kingdoms

This section explores the persistent human fascination with subterranean realms, from ancient myths of the underworld to modern theories of hollow earth and alien bases. It references historical accounts of underground cities and catacombs in Rome and Cappadocia, as well as modern concepts like anti-nuclear shelters in China. The article mentions the legend of Aghartha, a mythical underground city ruled by the 'King of the World,' and explores the possibility of hidden civilizations beneath the Earth's surface, citing explorers' accounts and archaeological findings of extensive tunnel systems.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently explores the intersection of unexplained phenomena, historical mysteries, and speculative theories. There is a clear interest in presenting alternative explanations for historical events and challenging conventional narratives, whether it's the Star of Bethlehem, ancient battles, or environmental histories. The editorial stance appears to favor investigative journalism that delves into fringe topics, presenting various hypotheses and historical accounts, often with a critical eye towards established explanations. The recurring themes include UFOs, ancient civilizations, unexplained historical events, and the possibility of hidden realities, suggesting a readership interested in the unexplained and the unconventional.

This issue of "Mundo Desconocido" (Unknown World) delves into the fascinating and often speculative topic of subterranean civilizations, ancient tunnels, and mysterious underground realms. The magazine presents a collection of articles exploring folklore, anecdotal evidence, and theories about hidden worlds beneath the Earth's surface.

Subterranean Civilizations and Mysteries

The issue begins by referencing Rodolfo Benavides' book on secret passages beneath the Egyptian pyramids, suggesting a possibility of undiscovered chambers. It then moves to discuss the "lunar vents" of Eastern Europe, citing Dr. Antonin Horvak's experience in a peculiar, smooth-walled structure that evoked a sense of 'superlatively strange and somber force.'

The origin of these subterranean features is speculated to range from ancient cult sites to the abodes of extraterrestrial beings. The cave of Ojo Guareña in Spain is highlighted as a site with extensive chambers, passages, and underground lakes, where ancient initiation religions supposedly interacted with 'intraterrestrial deities.' Notably, a crude diagram resembling the DNA helix was found there, a feature unknown before the 20th century. Archeologists also discovered human representations, one possibly wearing a space suit, and unusual footprints suggesting individuals who entered but never returned, possibly small-statured beings.

The article touches upon folklore from various cultures, mentioning beings like 'kobolds' and 'djogaos,' and suggests that what is termed 'witchcraft' might be their ancient religion. It posits that these beings likely inhabited, rather than constructed, the passages.

Accounts from the Americas

Stories of underground engineers and civilizations are traced to the Western United States. In 1904, prospector J.C. Brown claimed to find a tunnel in California's Cascade Mountains leading to a chamber filled with human skeletons and golden shields. He later disappeared while preparing an expedition to retrieve these supposed treasures.

Another extraordinary account involves the discovery of an underground city in California's Amargosa Desert, reported by the grandfather of a Native American guide. This subterranean land was described as having inhabitants who ate strange foods, spoke a rare language, and wore leather garments. A contemporary anecdote tells of a prospector named White who fell into a mine shaft and found a tunnel leading to a chamber filled with mummified bodies and abundant gold and precious stones.

Prospectors White and Fred Thompson reportedly visited this underground city, which featured treasuries, a royal palace, and apartments. However, they were later dismissed as tricksters when they couldn't relocate the entrance for an expedition.

The possibility of a race that built these tunnels existing in the early 20th century is raised, with speculation that extensive nuclear tests in the 1950s might have affected any subterranean civilizations.

"Gentiles" of the Chilean Desert

In Chile, locals in the Atacama Desert speak of a race of diminutive bipedal beings, about 15-17 cm tall, inhabiting a subterranean world. These beings are called "gentiles" by the elders and are considered to bring bad luck, as anything originating from below ground is deemed malignant by Aymará culture. These "gentiles" are said to avoid sunlight, which is lethal to them, and are believed to have had contact with the ancient Incas, guiding them to gold deposits. They are also said to punish farmers by damaging their crops.

The Empire of Agharta

The concept of Agharta, an underground empire extending through tunnels across the globe, is discussed, drawing from Ferdinand Ossendowski's book "Beasts, Men and Gods." This empire is described as a vast network of tunnels built by a prehistoric race, connecting continents and oceans, and traversed by fast vehicles. Ossendowski learned of this from lamas in the Far East. The empire is said to consist of subterranean cities beneath the Earth's crust, distinct from any hypothetical civilization at the Earth's core.

Subterranean Cities and Atlantean Connections

O. C. Huguenin is cited as believing in numerous subterranean cities at various depths, inhabited by a highly civilized 'other humanity' that surpasses surface dwellers in civilization and scientific progress. He describes Shamballah as the capital of this subterranean empire, located in the hollow center of the Earth.

Bulwer Lytton's "The Coming Race" is mentioned for its description of an advanced civilization living in a vast underground cavity, illuminated by a strange atmospheric light. These inhabitants, described as vegetarians, possessed flying devices and a perfect social organization.

It is suggested that the Earth's crust is riddled with tunnel networks connecting continents and leading to subterranean cities. South America, particularly Brazil, is noted as a region with many such tunnels, possibly built by Atlantean colonists. The "Inca trail" is mentioned as a tunnel extending from Peru, passing under Cusco, and heading towards the Atacama Desert. The Incas are believed to have used these tunnels to escape the Spanish conquistadors.

The Roncador Mountains and the Atlantean Legacy

The Roncador Mountains in Brazil are identified as a location with famous subterranean tunnels. Colonel Fawcett is said to have disappeared while searching for a subterranean city of Atlantis there, with some believing he and his son are still alive.

The entrance to the Roncador tunnel is guarded by the fierce Chavante indigenous people, who prevent entry to those not considered sufficiently evolved or who are motivated by greed. The Murcego indigenous people are also mentioned as guardians of tunnels leading to subterranean cities in the Roncador region.

The Murcego and the Subterranean World

Carl Huni, who lived in Brazil, describes the Murcego people as indigenous guardians of cave entrances, possessing keen senses of smell and extraordinary physical strength. He suggests that those permitted entry into the caverns might be lost to the known world, as the Murcego guard their secrets diligently. He speculates that Colonel Fawcett and his son may have met this fate.

Huni also describes the Murcego as living in caverns and having no contact with the subterranean inhabitants, who form a self-sufficient community. He believes the Atlanteans built these cities and that they are free from radioactive contamination. The question of whether the current inhabitants are the original builders or successors is raised.

Agharta's Society and Science

The inhabitants of Agharta are described as ageless, appearing young despite being centuries or millennia old. They are free from disease and aging, attributed to a vegetarian diet and a perfect endocrine balance. Their society is matriarchal, with women considered the superior sex. Reproduction occurs through parthenogenesis, with children raised by special teachers rather than families.

Their advanced scientific achievements, including flying saucers, are linked to superior brain development, with vital energies directed towards the brain rather than dissipated through sexual channels. Sexual activity is not part of their lives, and they maintain a state of perfect continence, converting vital energies into superior cerebral power.

The Earth's Core and the "King of the World"

Professor Henrique J. de Souza, President of the Theosophical Society of Brazil, is quoted regarding the concept of a "Sacred Land" or "Earthly Paradise" where humanity's highest ideals are realized. This hidden world, referred to as the "King of the World," is central to mystery teachings and initiations.

Historical and Mythological Connections

The issue draws parallels between Agharta and various mythological and historical concepts, including Shamballah, the 'mountain of gold,' Monte Meru, the 'home of the gods,' the 'celestial city' of the Scandinavian Eddas, the Egyptian 'Amenti,' the Jewish 'Edom,' and the mythical cities of Atlantis and El Dorado.

Julio Verne's "A Journey to the Center of the Earth" is referenced for its depiction of a hollow Earth with its own sun, oceans, and cities built by Atlanteans who escaped the continent's destruction. The magazine suggests that Verne's predictions, if verified, might involve aerial expeditions through polar openings.

An account from a German colonist in Brazil describes a hollow Earth with a central sun, inhabited by a long-lived race free from disease, who lived on fruits and were connected to the surface by tunnels.

The "King of the World" and Future Prophecies

The legend of the "King of the World" is presented, with claims that he resides in a subterranean palace and prophesies the future of all peoples. The text suggests that he will reveal himself when the time comes for the war between good and evil.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue revolve around the existence of subterranean worlds, advanced ancient civilizations (particularly Atlanteans), and the possibility of non-human intelligences influencing human history. The articles present a blend of folklore, speculative theories, and anecdotal accounts, inviting readers to draw their own conclusions. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry into these mysterious phenomena, without necessarily endorsing all claims as factual but rather exploring their potential significance.

This issue of 'CHILOE... EL UNIVERSO ENCANTADO' (Chiloé... The Enchanted Universe), published in November 2003 as issue number 19, delves into the rich cultural, historical, and mythological tapestry of the Chiloé archipelago in Chile. The content, presented in Spanish, is a compilation of texts and photos by Raúl Núñez and drawings by Javier Martínez, with contributions from various researchers and writers.

Introduction

The introduction highlights how Chiloé's history has been shaped by external cultural influences, including Spanish conquistadors, European pirates, and missionaries. These influences have integrated with the local mentality, creating a unique and fascinating world that blends harmony, fantasy, and dreams with reality.

Taking Contact with a New World

The article details the initial encounters with Chiloé. Navigator Alfonso de Camargo sighted the island in 1540, followed by Pedro de Valdivia's expedition in 1552, which only glimpsed it from Reloncaví Bay. Martín Ruiz de Gamboa claimed the islands for Spain in 1567, naming them Nueva Galicia and founding Santiago de Castro. The indigenous population at the time was a mix of Mapuches from the north and the original Chonos, who were pushed further south. The Mapuches are described as 'Huilliches' (southern people), distinct from the 'Picunches' (northern people), with 'Mapuche' meaning 'people of the country or center'. A tradition suggests the Huilliches encountered a peaceful, short, and stout people they called 'kofkeche' (people like bread).

Jesuit missionaries arrived in 1608 and became protectors of the dwindling Chono population. In 1710, around 300 Chono families were relocated from Aisén to Isla de Guar, and later to the islands of Chaulinec and Apiao. The Chonos are now an extinct people, known only through missionary and traveler accounts.

The island's culture developed in isolation, influenced by the vast, often unforgiving ocean. The year 1600 saw the Dutch corsair Sebastián de Cordes raid Castro. In 1643, Enrique Brouwer also attacked Castro and Carelmapu, seeking gold mines. These events, along with long periods of rain and isolation, fostered a unique mentality filled with gods, superstitions, and malign figures, with television only arriving in 1972.

Fantastic Characters of Southern Chile (Mapuches)

This section explores the mythological figures that likely mixed with the existing Chono beliefs. The Mapuche principal deities were seen as malevolent spirits requiring appeasement through sacrifices. Their religious views are described as fetishistic, with deities having corporeal forms. They practiced ancestor worship but lacked the concept of a single superior being and had no temples or idols.

• Key figures include:
• El Pillán: God of thunder, fire, earthquakes, and volcanic eruptions. Represented as corporeal, he could adopt multiple forms. Fallen chiefs became volcanoes, and warriors became clouds.
• El Huecuvus: A servant of Pillán, capable of adopting various forms to commit misdeeds, causing diseases and untimely physical phenomena.
• El Cherruves: A genius depicted as a serpent with a human head, associated with comets and presaging misfortune.
• El Meuler: Associated with whirlwinds and typhoons, represented as a lizard that disappears underground during a typhoon.
• El Auchimalgen: Associated with the moon, this was the only benevolent Mapuche deity, considered the wife of the sun. She was a protector against disasters and evil spirits.
• Huaillepenyi: A divinity related to fog, taking the form of a goat with a calf's head, living near rivers, lakes, or the sea. Deformities in newborns were attributed to its influence.
• Chochonyi: A lower-ranking malevolent spirit, appearing as a human head with long ears like wings, which would enter the homes of the sick to drain their blood.
• Colo Colo (Basilisco): Said to be born from a hen's egg, it caused fever and death by sucking saliva.
• Pihuechenyi: A lower-ranking genius, like a vampire, who sucked the blood of sleeping Indians, appearing as a winged serpent.

Chilotan Mythological Characters

Despite the Mapuche dominance, Chiloé already had its own beliefs and rites, leading to the creation of unique mythological figures.

• La Pincoya: A fundamental figure, a lady with seaweed clothing and golden hair. As a child, her tears turned into water, and her mother threw her into the sea, where she transformed into a woman. She appears dancing on the shore, signaling abundant fish, or facing inland, predicting scarcity. She also helps transport drowned sailors to El Caleuche.
• El Trauco: The only anthropomorphic figure using a stone axe. He is small, wears a suit of 'quilineja' and a red top hat. He is described as having a gaze that causes facial paralysis in men but exerts a powerful sexual magnetism over maidens, fathering many children. He lives near murta bushes and can fell trees with his axe. A rational explanation suggests this myth may stem from shamans covering up libidinous acts.
• La Fiura: Considered El Trauco's wife, she embodies ugliness and infidelity, highly dangerous to men. She sexually assaults unsuspecting men in lonely forests, then kills them by draining their vital energy. The Catholic Church used her as a symbol of how loveless sexuality can kill the soul.
• La Viuda: A female entity who sexually possesses young men without killing them. She longs for lost love, possibly from a shipwreck. If denied, she suffocates her victims; if accepted, she spares their lives. These female figures reflect the anxieties of women whose husbands are lost at sea.
• La Vaca Marina: A curious cetacean that attracts bulls away from their herds, offering them its affections. After mating, it leaves the bull impotent. This myth highlights the theme of aberrant sexuality in magical beings.
• El Camahueto: A powerful calf-like creature with a single silver horn. Its horn, when ground into powder by a sorcerer, is a potent medicine for restoring health and sexual vigor. An overdose can cause permanent madness. The saying 'cuidado con encamahuetarse' (be careful not to become like a camahueto) alludes to this magical viagra. This figure is compared to the unicorn, symbolizing magic, happiness, and longevity.

El Caleuche, The Phantom Ship

This mysterious ship appears on dark Pacific nights, surrounded by a luminous mist. Legend says seeing it portends imminent death. Sailors who are abducted by the Caleuche return years later, unchanged physically, with no memory of their experience. A rational explanation is sought, with theories involving 'dimensional transparencies' or creations of the collective unconscious, as suggested by philosopher Jung. A documented event involves the harassment of the island by the Dutch corsair Vicente Van Eucht in the schooner Kalache in 1614, reminiscent of the Flying Dutchman legend.

The recent emergence of the 'Friendship' island is seen as a contemporary legend, possibly an adaptation of the Caleuche myth to modern technology and UFO beliefs, where a bright light from the water is identified as a UFO.

Witchcraft in Chiloé

Chiloé has strong beliefs in the supernatural, particularly witchcraft, which has European origins. The Spanish found fertile ground for these beliefs, which were persecuted by the Inquisition. Witchcraft was prevalent until the 19th century, with a major civil trial in 1880 condemning many witches. Some ancient rites persist in remote islands, with Quicaví on the main island being a center of witchcraft. Governor Carlos de Beranguer led an expedition against witches during the colonial era, but they evaded capture, allegedly transforming into other beings. 'La Voladora' is mentioned as a principal servant of witches, capable of performing tasks at great distances or in other dimensions.

Legends describe a messenger witch transforming into a flying bird after vomiting her intestines. These legends can be interpreted as hermetic language related to psychic projection, fasting, and sexual abstinence, found in ancient cultures. The witches of Chiloé have special characteristics: they can fly vertically (unlike La Voladora's horizontal flight) and wear a magical vest called 'macuñ', made from human skin, which emits light during flight. They can also transform into various animals (lizards, dogs, cats, owls) and possess hypnotic abilities, influencing people and causing physical illnesses ('mal impuesto', 'mal arrojado', 'llancazo'). They use a crystal stone called 'challanco' for clairvoyance and to detect curses or the actions of other witches. This stone can be found in the cave of Quicaví, home to the island's head sorcerer. Witches can travel individually or in groups at high speeds, underwater, and sometimes ride a 'Caballo Marino' (Sea Horse) that changes size.

These practices are linked to local customs and other beliefs, showing parallels with ancient Egyptian and Indian practices, suggesting a universal human experience of the divine and the mysterious.

Bibliography: Strange Books and Out of Context

This section reviews Marius Lleget Colomer's 1963 book, 'EL FIN DEL MUNDO' (The End of the World). Lleget, a Catalan journalist and UFO pioneer, explored themes of solar waves, their effect on the planet, and catastrophic events. The article notes a similarity between his work and current scientific hypotheses. It suggests that investigators of the 1960s, like Lleget and Antonio Ribera, shared a concern for the planet's future. The author reflects on Lleget's writings, particularly in light of the approaching December 21st, implying a connection to doomsday prophecies.

Ufological Humor

A comic strip contrasts how newborns are seen by their parents versus how they are perceived by others, with the latter view including an alien.

Anomalous Curiosities: About the Curse of the Moai

This section discusses the Moai statues of Easter Island (Rapa Nui). It touches upon the island's traumatic history, including slave exploitation and plagues. The language and writing system of the early inhabitants remain uncertain. The article draws a parallel between the supposed power of the Moai and the curse of Egyptian mummies, citing several individuals connected to Easter Island who met tragic ends, including explorers James Cook and La Pérouse, researcher Katherine Routledge, author Mac Millan Brown, and Chilean scholar Max Puelma Bunster, who was killed with a small stone Moai. The article also mentions the incident in 1995 when a Moai statue fractured in Barcelona, Spain, leading some to comment that the curse continued.

The Photograph

A photograph taken on November 8, 2003, in Angol, Chile, during a presentation by the FACH aerobatic team 'Los Halcones de Plata'. Witnesses reported seeing a camouflaged elongated object among low clouds, and this image was captured.

Quote

"Books have their pride. And their arrogance is so great that if you lend them, they never return."

-- Theodor Fontane, German Writer (1819-1898)

Collaborators in this Issue Nº 19

A list of individuals who contributed to this issue, including Jesús Rodríguez, Sigrid Gröthe, Pedro Rivas Roth, Willy Pine, Sergio Alcayaga, Rubén Hernández, Sandra Cárcamo, Alejandro Dávalos, Ignacio Valdés Mellado, Julián Lenguaraz, Scott Corrales, Luis Altamirano, Aquiles Castillo, Luis Jorge Salinas, Sergio Salinas Calcagno, Ernesto Plaza, Ubirajana Franco Rodríguez, Vitorio Pacaccini, Javier Martínez, Carlos Basso, Yolanda Arias, Luis Riquelme, Raúl Gajardo Leopold, Raúl Gajardo Jr, and Virgilio Sánchez-Ocejo.

Contact information for the editorial team is provided: [email protected].

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are the rich mythology and folklore of Chiloé, its historical encounters with external cultures, and the persistent presence of the unexplained, including witchcraft and UFO phenomena. The editorial stance appears to be one of exploration and documentation, presenting legends, historical accounts, and alleged modern-day encounters with a sense of wonder and curiosity. The inclusion of a bibliography and a section on 'Ufological Humor' suggests a broad approach to the subject matter, encompassing both serious investigation and lighter interpretations. The magazine aims to uncover the 'enchanted universe' of Chiloé, highlighting its unique cultural identity and its connection to broader themes of mystery and the unknown.