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Magazine Overview

This issue of OVNI, the newsletter of the Phenomenon Research Association (PRA), dated August 1992, focuses on the intersection of crop circle phenomena and UFO reports, suggesting that as the crop circle season winds down, the UFO season is beginning to stir. The publication is presented in a new, cost-effective format.

Crop Circle Reports

The issue details several crop circle events investigated by members of the PRA, including Omar Fowler and Mark Haywood. These include:

• Pleasley Vale: A pictogram approximately 66 feet long appeared in a wheat field around July 29th. The main circle was 32 feet in diameter, with two smaller circles of 12 feet each. The wheat swirls were anti-clockwise in all three circles. Investigations were conducted on August 1st, with samples collected and photos taken. Standing stems at 55cm showed no 'burn' or 'crease' marks. Power lines passed overhead, and the pictogram was in an area hidden from nearby roads. Dowser Michael Newark is expected to provide comments.
• Mansfield Woodhouse: On July 30th, a farmer discovered three circles in a wheat field. The main circle measured 59 feet (anti-clockwise swirl), the second 17 feet (anti-clockwise), and the smallest 7 feet (clockwise swirl). Samples were collected by Tony Caldicott of CCCS. Standing stems were noted at 55cm, but no 'crease' or 'burn' marks were observed.
• Penniment Farm, Mansfield: On August 9th, a 42' x 37' egg-shaped circle was found in a wheat field. The field had experienced storm damage, but the circle was relatively intact with an anti-clockwise pattern. Swaths from the circle edge entered the outer crop, particularly in the northeast quarter. Standing stems at 55cm showed a 'bent head' effect only within the circle. A strong Ley Line from North to South was detected.

Michael Newark visited the sites and dowsed for 'earth energy,' reporting 'spiders web' patterns and Ley Lines within each circle, concluding they were genuine. He detailed energy patterns for the largest circle (21 circular lines, 53 radial lines, 12 Ley Lines), the second (9 circular lines, 24 radial lines, 8 Ley Lines), and the smallest (4 Ley Lines). Investigations were cut short by rain.

Instruments such as the 'Microdet' and 'ION' meter were used at the sites. At Pleasley Vale, the Microdet activation was attributed to overhead power cables, with the ionization meter reading normal (-1). At Mansfield Woodhouse, the Microdet did not activate near the circles but did on a nearby hill. Penniment Farm showed no Microdet response, and the ionization meter read -1 at all sites, suggesting little residual H/F radiation.

Journalist Emanda Volley and a photographer from "Derby Now" magazine also visited the Mansfield Woodhouse crop circles with Omar Fowler.

UFO Reports

The newsletter also compiles several UFO sighting reports:

• August 4th (Langworth, Mansfield): Two youngsters camping reported seeing two white lights approaching a tubular craft, estimated at 60'/70' long, with a large rotating red light underneath and a droning noise.
• April 17th, 1982 (A25 road, Surrey): Peter and Christine Mc Neill reported a bright light hovering above trees, which they identified as a huge 'Zeppelin' type craft with brilliant beams and red glowing 'burners' at the rear.
• August 4th (Langworth, Mansfield): A few hours later, Anthony Manning and his sister saw two disc-shaped objects moving across the sky, one bright silver, observed for about 45-50 seconds. Attempts to photograph them were unsuccessful.
• July 16th, 1991 (Cossall, Notts): Stuart Dickens reported a 'Glass Ball' object moving skywards from low altitude, flying diagonally with a mirror-like, brightly shining, rotating surface.
• June 28th, 1992 (Stapleton): William Schooler and Peter Seagrave reported an unusual glowing light travelling West to Easterly, possibly related to helicopter navigation lights seen on the same track.
• Sandiacre area: A witness reported a bright object shooting across the sky with a trail of red 'rod-like' lights, possibly a satellite re-entering the atmosphere. The witness is currently reluctant to provide more details.

Theories on Quartz Crystal and Earth Energy

Jeff Whitear contributes an article, "Some Thoughts on Quartz Crystal," exploring the use of quartz crystals in locating 'earth energy,' Ley Lines, and dowsing ancient stone circles. He explains the inverse piezoelectric effect, where deforming quartz crystals under electrical or magnetic fields generates ultrasonic sound waves. He discusses how cutting crystals with flat parallel sides can create efficient transducers. Diagrams illustrate the application of stress to X-cut and Y-cut quartz crystals and the concept of Ley Lines and energy flow within standing stones, referencing Stonehenge as a potential 'enormous powerhouse.'

Other News and Events

• UFO Conference: Members of the PRA attended the Independent UFO Conference in Sheffield on August 15/16, where American author John Keel addressed a meeting.
• Subscription Information: Annual subscriptions for 1992/3 remain at £7.00, due October 1st. The PRA has experienced a deficit of £1.64 per member over the past year.
• Commander H.R. Hatfield: A member of the British Astronomical Association, Commander Hatfield provided information on Solar Activity for June/July, coinciding with crop circle activity. He was also featured in a TV documentary about his solar research.
• Husbands Bosworth Area: Duncan J. Walters supplied maps of the Husbands Bosworth area, detailing radio transmitting stations, which will aid PRA's microwave research into H/F activity.
• Book Sale: A large book sale of PRA library books is planned for the next meeting, with UFO paperbacks priced at 10p.
• New Book: The PRA has received Dr. David M. Jacobs' book "Secret Life," which investigates over fifty abduction cases and suggests the 'Grays' are producing a hybrid race.
• Next Meeting: Scheduled for 8 pm on Wednesday, August 26th, at the Stanley Club, Stanley Common, Nr Ilkeston. The event will feature a talk on "Dowsing In The Landscape" by Paul Limb, followed by video sequences of August Crop Circles. Non-members are welcome with a £1.00 admission fee.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are the investigation of anomalous phenomena, specifically crop circles and UFO sightings, and the exploration of underlying energies such as 'earth energy' and Ley Lines, often linked to ancient sites. The PRA appears to maintain an open but investigative stance, documenting sightings and formations, conducting field research with instruments, and theorizing about the nature of these events. The editorial stance is one of diligent reporting and research into unexplained phenomena, encouraging participation and discussion within the UFO research community.