O zagadkah UFO - No 09 - 1990

Magazine Overview

Title: ИНФОЛИСТОК (Infolistok)
Issue: №9
Volume/Year: 1990
Publisher: СЕКЦИИ АЛЬТЕРНАТИВНЫХ ИДЕЙ КМЭ (Sections of Alternative Ideas KMЭ)
Country of Publication: Estonia
Original Language: Russian
Cover Headline: О загадках НЛО (About the Mysteries of UFOs)
Document Type: Magazine Issue

This issue of Infolistok, dated 1990, is dedicated to the enigmatic phenomenon of Unidentified Flying Objects (UFOs) and encounters with alleged extraterrestrial beings. It presents a collection of articles, eyewitness accounts, and historical references, aiming to explore the multifaceted nature of this subject.

Тарелки и Пришельцы (Disks and Aliens)

The lead article, "Disks and Aliens," discusses the increasing public awareness of UFOs around a year prior to the publication, noting that newspapers and television had begun to cover the topic. However, it highlights that the information provided was largely descriptive, as the essence of the UFO phenomenon remains elusive to full comprehension. The author suggests that even with deeper investigation, the picture becomes more, rather than less, obscure due to the ambiguity of events.

The article contrasts observations of solid objects with extraordinary flight capabilities, exceeding known terrestrial technology, such as UFOs moving at speeds of 1 kilometer per second and executing right-angle turns. These visual sightings are reportedly corroborated by radar data. The text also mentions the recovery of alleged extraterrestrial artifacts, including flying disks with their occupants.

Reference is made to the 1978 London publication "Someone Else Is On Our Moon," which detailed numerous artificial structures found on the Moon, such as bridges, walls, and pyramids. It also notes observations of spacecraft launches from the lunar surface, with astronauts and cosmonauts reportedly witnessing similar phenomena.

On the other hand, the article points out the subjective nature of many UFO encounters, particularly those involving "aliens." While acknowledging the sincerity of the experiencers, it questions the reality of "journeys to other planets." The subjective perception is also noted in cases of "rumbling fireballs." The author observes that a significant portion of encounters with humanoids occur without witnesses.

The prevalence of UFO sightings is emphasized, with many people reporting luminous objects or claiming to communicate with "aliens." Estonia is mentioned as not being an exception. The article references "Flying Saucer Review," a leading ufological journal, which has published extensive research on UFO and humanoid contacts. In recent years, the journal's stance has become more critical, increasingly mentioning 'djinn and spirits' alongside extraterrestrial hypotheses, drawing parallels to ancient myths and folklore.

The case of Fatima is highlighted as an event where ancient tales, prophecies, and modern UFO observations converge, marking a transition in how miraculous events are perceived today.

Different religious groups' interpretations of UFOs are explored. Conservative believers consider them demonic, citing biblical passages about strange celestial phenomena heralding the End Times. However, the author counters that UFOs have been observed for centuries without the prophesied End Times occurring. More modern believers suggest explanations involving wandering souls or anomalous spiritual energies, noting that UFOs, as energy complexes, are very unstable. The article posits that the more UFOs are discussed, the more energy they generate through thought forms.

The text criticizes the materialistic worldview prevalent in urbanized societies, suggesting that UFOs and humanoids might be attempts to draw attention to something beyond the material world—perhaps reflections of the collective unconscious, beings from another dimension, or concerned entities from another planet.

While acknowledging the difficulty in objectively defining the "otherness" of UFOs, the article asserts that humanity is sometimes influenced by it. It stresses the need for extreme caution and delicacy when dealing with the immense energies associated with UFOs and other anomalous phenomena.

Ancient sorcerers, through rituals, connected with the "other" world and maintained a reciprocal relationship. This need for communication with the unknown, coupled with a respect for the supernatural, may have prevented foolish actions. The author suggests that humanity should pause and reflect, given ecological problems and the threat of nuclear war, to consider the possibility of an invisible, inviolable sphere that might aid in understanding the UFO phenomenon.

The article warns that some individuals have been harmed or deceived by taking information from UFOs too seriously, and notes that the movement of a simple saucer during séances remains unexplained by science.

While the phenomenon of UFOs and "little green men" is often a subject of jokes, indicating a healthy spirit, there is also a tragic side. Observers and those who directly encounter UFOs are often unprepared and unwilling participants. The difficulty of comprehending these experiences and the lack of support are highlighted. The author expresses gratitude to those who have shared their experiences, viewing them as valuable reference points for future researchers and contactees, as uncertainty and the unknown often breed fear.

The article concludes that accessible literature on UFOs will contribute to a more conscious perception of this "strange phenomenon," and anticipates a time when "flying saucers" will find their rightful place in modern scientific classification.

Захвачены Живыми! (Captured Alive!)

This section provides a detailed description of two beings and a flying saucer, allegedly based on an incident on May 7, 1989. The beings are described as approximately 1.3 meters tall, with elastic, blue-gray skin, large, slanted eyes without pupils, small mouths, and no visible ears or hair. Their hands were long, reaching their knees, with three-fingered hands and feet, both featuring webbing. They lacked external sexual organs.

The flying saucer is described as gray, 18 meters in diameter, 9 meters high, and weighing 50 tons, with an unknown propulsion mechanism. An identifying mark, a стрела (arrow) in a hemisphere, is noted, similar to one seen on a UFO observed by police officer Lonnie Zamora in April 1964.

The incident report states that on May 7, 1989, a US air defense system detected an unknown object entering the atmosphere. A South African Air Force aircraft reported a UFO on radar moving at three kilometers per second, which did not respond to calls. Two "Mirage" fighter jets were scrambled. The UFO executed an unexpected maneuver, and despite an order to attack, it was hit by a laser weapon, causing light flashes and instability. The UFO lost altitude and crashed in the Kalahari Desert in Botswana, creating a 12-meter deep, 150-meter diameter crater.

Military experts examining the crashed disk heard a loud bang, and a hatch opened, from which two humanoids emerged. One of the beings reportedly attacked a doctor attempting to take blood and skin samples, scratching his face and chest. The beings refused offered food.

According to British ufologists, the UFO and its occupants were transported to a US airbase on June 24. South African intelligence, along with Israeli and US forces involved, denied the incident. A soldier who reportedly revealed the details was court-martialed.

Цель Полета: Кохтла-Ярве (Flight Objective: Kohtla-Järve)

This article details several UFO sightings in the Kohtla-Järve region of Estonia during the last days of March of the current year (1990). Igor Volke, chairman of the Commission on Anomalous Phenomena in the Environment, comments on these observations, which were registered over four consecutive days.

On March 23, between 9-10 PM, a шар (sphere) 15-20 meters in diameter was seen hovering near high-voltage lines between a construction troop training ground and the residential area of Jõhvi. It displayed pulsating yellow lights, and children approached it to within 50-100 meters.

On the evening of March 27, three orange glows were observed in the sky over the waste rock heaps in Kohtla-Järve, so bright they appeared to be burning.

On the evening of March 28, a luminous object was seen near the high-voltage lines of a chemical plant. It stopped over the lines, causing what appeared to be a short circuit or energy flash.

The UFO was photographed by 12-year-old G. Puksberg and ETA correspondent Yu. Karpov. G. Puksberg's photograph is presented as the first published UFO photo from Estonia.

On March 29, between 9-10 PM, a Leningrad family observed a UFO that split into several parts and later rejoined.

I. Volke suggests that while the number of sightings was significant, the information was likely effectively presented by journalists, rather than indicating a UFO "invasion."

О Снежных Людях С НЛО (About Snowmen with UFOs)

This section explores the connection between the "snowman" or "bigfoot" phenomenon and UFOs. It suggests that the elusiveness of snowmen, their ability to become invisible or dematerialize, is similar to that of UFOs.

Cases are cited where "snowmen" have reportedly dematerialized, such as the incident with George Andres, who was tracking a bigfoot but could not locate it despite hearing its breath nearby. There are also instances where UFO phenomena have been accompanied by the materialization of snowmen, often with audible knocking sounds.

A case from "The Mufon UFO Journal" in 1982 is described: farmers observed a UFO landing, and two "snowmen," approximately 2.5 meters tall with long, dark, thick fur, were seen near it. Initially mistaken for bears, the beings were later identified as non-animals when they approached the farmers after a shot was fired. The UFO then disappeared, and the farmers found a 130-meter diameter scorched area.

The article concludes that hundreds of UFO sightings have been reported in conjunction with "snowmen."

Мама, Я Каталась на Вертолете (Mom, I Rode in a Helicopter)

This personal account, told by a grandmother who wishes to remain anonymous, describes a disturbing experience on May 30 of the current year (1990). She recounts waking up feeling physically oppressed, with her right leg in an unusual position. She saw a dark brown, rough-skinned creature, about 1.3 meters tall, with a frog-like head and thick lips, which she perceived as a monster.

After this encounter, she felt unwell and sleepy. Her granddaughter, aged 3.5, also seemed distressed, covering her eyes and crying. The grandmother later discovered bruises on her ankles, which persisted for two weeks, resembling marks from a tight grip.

The granddaughter began to fear electrical outlets and would cry in her sleep. She later told her mother that she had ridden in a helicopter with "uncles" who offered her chocolate, and that her father was not with them.

The grandmother developed a fear of moonlight and found it difficult to sleep when it was present. The granddaughter's fear of electrical contacts and her dream of riding in a helicopter with strangers are presented as potentially linked to the event.

Рассказы о Встречах с НЛО на Островах (Accounts of UFO Encounters on the Islands)

This section, compiled by Hans Raudsiik, presents several eyewitness accounts of UFO sightings from Estonian islands.

Многоцветный Диск (Multicolor Disk): On June 5, 1989, near Norby on Vormsi Island, a family observed a sparkling disk over the water that changed color from purple to blue-green. Two women approached it, and as they got closer, the disk ascended silently, wobbled, and flew towards Haapsalu before disappearing.

НЛО в Тумане (UFO in Fog): On the evening of January 13, around 5:30 PM, in Käina, a man encountered a dense fog and saw a large disk (approximately 100m in diameter) hovering and changing color from yellowish-green to red. A second, smaller yellow disk was also observed moving slowly nearby. The fog cleared briefly, allowing him to move forward, before he re-entered the fog. The large disk later reappeared for about an hour.

В Небесных Лучах (In Heavenly Beams): On June 14, 1989, on Kassari, Hiiumaa, three children saw two yellow-green light beams descending from clouds. One beam illuminated a girl who later felt unwell and couldn't sleep.

Телевизионные Помехи и Конус с Прожектором (TV Interference and a Cone with a Spotlight): On August 9, 1989, on the Kõpu Peninsula, Hiiumaa, a woman noticed her TV screen becoming snowy and then losing signal for about 30 minutes. Simultaneously, a neighbor saw a conical apparatus (1-3 meters in diameter) with two red light beams directed at her. Her dog was also frightened.

Гремящие Огненные Шары (Rumbling Fireballs): On a Saturday evening in October, around 10 PM, in Paide, a woman and her grandson heard a loud rumbling. They saw a hot piece of metal, resembling a football, fly over their house. Later, two more, then a group of five fireballs appeared. After their passage, both the grandmother and grandson developed burn blisters.

Взгляд на Историю НЛО (A Look at the History of UFOs)

This article traces the history of UFO observations, starting with the widely recognized "flying saucer" era that began on June 24, 1947, with Kenneth Arnold's sighting. It notes that prior to this, observations of strange objects were sporadic and not widely generalized.

The article distinguishes between the term UFO (Unidentified Flying Object) and "flying saucer," explaining that UFO is a broader term for unexplained aerial phenomena or anomalous environmental events. It states that ufologists estimate about 80% of sightings are explainable by known natural phenomena, leaving 20% unexplained, which is still a significant number given the vast quantity of reports.

Historical Accounts:

• Fiery Circles in Egypt: A fragment from the annals of Pharaoh Thutmose III (circa 1504-1450 BC) describes "fiery circles" appearing in the sky, which later flew south in formation.
• Vimanas in India: References from ancient Indian manuscripts, particularly the epic "Ramayana" (recorded around 1000 BC), describe "vimanas" as celestial chariots or flying battle vehicles. The text provides an excerpt where the hero Rama uses a flying chariot.
• Roman Records: Mentions historical accounts from Roman times, including observations of "flaming tongues" in the sky, three moons appearing simultaneously, and strange beings in white robes.
• Medieval and Renaissance Art: The article points to a fresco by Piero della Francesca (1409-1492) titled "The Legend of the True Cross," located in the Church of San Francesco in Arezzo, Italy, which depicts objects resembling flying saucers.
• Monastery Manuscript (1290): A manuscript found in the Ampleforth Monastery describes a large, silvery, disk-shaped object flying slowly overhead, causing great fear.
• 17th-19th Century Sightings: A chronological list of sightings from 1661 to 1897 is provided, detailing various phenomena such as "fiery objects," "luminous spheres," "disk-shaped objects," "torpedo-shaped objects," and "fiery bodies" observed across Europe and North America.

Notable Mentions:

• 1752, April 14: A strange, bright, octagonal object was seen in Stavanger, Norway.
• 1779, June 7: A large group of incandescent disks flew over Boulogne, France.
• 1877, October 5: Eight pale bodies flew in formation along the coastline in Wales.
• 1880, August 20: A brilliant white-gold cigar-shaped object was observed, with a smaller object detaching from it.
• 1885, February 24: A large luminous object appeared over a ship in the Indian Ocean, fell into the sea, and caused a massive disturbance.
• 1897: In Madrid, Spain, something exploded in the air, causing damage and leaving a glowing cloud over the city for five hours.

Призрачные Подводные Лодки (Phantom Submarines)

This section discusses the ongoing hunt by Scandinavian naval forces for mysterious underwater vessels. Accusations of territorial water violations have been made against both the USA and the USSR. The article notes that these "phantom submarines" are as elusive as their aerial counterparts, UFOs. Sightings of these spectral craft have been reported since the beginning of the 20th century, with a notable increase during World War I and in the Arctic region in the 1930s, including near Narvik between October 1936 and January 1937.

Небесный Студень (Celestial Jelly)

In 1936, in the Martna region, a story was recorded about a man named Jüri Andruseireinu who, returning from work, saw a cloud-like substance lying on the ground. Upon closer inspection, it was a layer of thick, gelatinous material about a foot deep.

Монахи и Юпитер (Monks and Jupiter)

A 14th-century Novgorod fresco, "Archangel with a Sphere," is presented as evidence that Russian artists, 150 years before the invention of the telescope, may have understood the structure of Jupiter. The dark bands and red spot depicted on the sphere are said to correspond to the distinctive features of Jupiter visible through a powerful modern telescope.

Отклики (Feedback)

This section notes that the newspaper has gained international attention, with an article about it published in the Finnish magazine "Ultra." The article in "Ultra" provided an overview of the newspaper's content, including photos of the front page and the editor. Positive feedback has also been received from other international ufology publications.

Обращение (Appeal)

The editorial team requests readers to send in descriptions of interesting observations and unusual phenomena. They have received numerous letters, which have allowed for comparisons and interesting conclusions. Readers are asked to provide their names and addresses for potential follow-up, with the option to request anonymity. The editors hope that this information will help clarify many aspects of the UFO phenomenon and promise to answer questions to the best of their ability. Correspondence should be sent to: 202430, Tartumaa, p/o Tõrvanidi, 8. "Загадки НЛО" (Mysteries of UFOs).

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue revolve around the mystery of UFOs and alien encounters, historical evidence of aerial phenomena, and the challenges of scientific and public understanding of these events. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry, encouraging the sharing of experiences and the critical examination of evidence, while acknowledging the limitations of current knowledge. There is a clear effort to connect contemporary sightings with historical accounts and even ancient myths, suggesting a long-standing presence of anomalous phenomena. The publication also touches upon the psychological and societal impact of these encounters, advocating for a more open and less dismissive approach to the subject.