OVNI - 1996 08 - August

Magazine Overview

Title: OVNI
Issue: August 1996
Publisher: Phenomenon Research Association
Country: U.K.
Price: £1 plus postage

This issue of OVNI, the newsletter of the Phenomenon Research Association, focuses on fostering cooperation within the ufology community and presents a variety of reports and articles.

A Matter of Policy

The editorial addresses the increasing number of UFO organizations and the regrettable paranoia and suspicion that has plagued the field. Quoting Dr. John Mack, it states that such attitudes make UFO organizations their own worst enemy. The Phenomenon Research Association (PRA) emphasizes its commitment to avoiding inter-group conflicts and instead focuses on gathering and exchanging UFO report information with groups worldwide. The PRA shares its case information freely and includes contributions from other organizations in its newsletter. The editorial highlights that this issue features articles and reports from Pat Delgado, the 'Search' group of Bristol, Jeff Whitear of SIGAP, and the B.E.A.M.S. group in Birmingham. The core belief is that cooperation is vital for uncovering answers to the mysteries of Unidentified Flying Objects.

UFO Sightings

Amazing Sighting Over Derby in April 1956

This report details an early FT (Flying Triangle) sighting from April 1956, provided by Dominic Beglin. The primary witness, working in Allestree, Derby, heard a piston-engined aircraft (identified as an Avro Anson) and then saw a black triangular object 'flying' around it. After completing a couple of circuits, the FT shot vertically out of sight at 'phenomenal' speed. A computer drawing by Omar Fowler illustrates the event.

FT Seen Over the M5 Motorway near Birmingham 22 Jan. 1996

Chris Harris of the B.E.A.M.S. group in Birmingham reports a sighting of an FT hovering over the M5 motorway near junction 2 and junction 7 on the M6 at 11:47 pm on January 22, 1996. The object was estimated to be about 150ft from the ground. The black craft banked away, and its double white lights at each corner were seen to change to red.

Flying Rings Over Bristol 6 July 96

This section reproduces a report from the Bristol-based UFO research organization 'Search'. Angela Lightrout reported seeing a rotating set of carouselling lights at approximately 2:30 am on July 6, 1996. The lights flew towards Bristol City Centre and back. She called her boyfriend to witness the sighting, but both he and a friend were skeptical. Her boyfriend attempted to video the event, but the video camera did not work. Angela watched the lights for about an hour on her own. A diagram illustrates the sighting. The report notes that similar sightings were reported in the January 1996 issue of OVNI.

Crop Circles

Stonehenge Pictogram 1996

This section features a diagram and instructions by P. Delgado for laying out a 'Stonehenge Pictogram Spiral'. The instructions detail how to use three posts (A, B, C) to form an isosceles triangle and use a lightweight line to create a spiral of circles. The diagram shows the tramline centre and the walking trace of a person holding the line. It mentions that circles are paced out at increasing and decreasing increments, with satellites added as required, though not all are shown.

Liddington Castle Crescents

This formation appeared on the same night (believed to be August 1st) in the same field as the 'Julia set formation' near Chisledon, south of Swindon. The formation is described as crescents and is approximately 120ft in size. The photo is credited to Busty Taylor.

Martock Cross

Discovered in a field of wheat near Martock, close to Yeovil, north of the A303. The formation is described as a cross shape within circles. The photo is credited to Busty Taylor.

Stonehenge and the Forgotten Energy

By J.L. Whitear

This article explores the possibility that Stonehenge was constructed on a geo-energised site due to the presence of a rich Quartz pebble layer beneath the ground, known as the Bagshot Sand. The author suggests that the numerous fault lines within this layer pick up energy from the underlying Quartz. When Quartz is compressed, it emits negative ions, which create electric and magnetic fields. These energy lines are believed to converge at Stonehenge.

The theory posits that Quartz crystal is the main factor in the Stonehenge mystery, acting as a transducer of energy, converting electrons into light and ultrasound waves. The author visualizes the large stone slabs at Stonehenge as slices of Quartz, with the entire circle acting as one gigantic crystal system. The cutting of these slabs could emit sound waves. The article explains how the arrangement of stones, with inner sections as 'y' cut and the outer circle as 'x' cut, could create a reactive accumulator when energy flows.

The energy flow is theorized to begin at sunrise with the solar wind of positive ions. The negative terminal of the stones would attract and concentrate these ions. The 'y' cut inner stones would emit ultrasound waves, striking the 'x' cut outer stones, which in turn emit soundwaves and negative ions. This process is linked to the gravitational pull of the moon causing stress on the Quartz bed, producing a piezo-electric effect. The author suggests Stonehenge might function as a safety valve for Earth's energy, and speculates if planetary alignments could cause a similar peak in Earth's energy, potentially linking humanity to a source of beneficial knowledge.

A sketch illustrating Jeff's Stonehenge energy flow theory is included.

The Evening Sky

By Barry Parkinson

This column provides an astronomical forecast for August 1996. Four planets are highlighted for viewing. Jupiter is described as the 'king of the sky'. Saturn is visible low in the southern sky in the constellation of Cetus. Venus and Mars are visible in the early morning sky, with Venus being a 'breathtakingly bright star'. The Perseid meteor shower is expected to peak on the evenings of August 11th and 12th, with an hourly rate of 100 meteors anticipated. The predawn sky is recommended for observation due to the absence of the Moon (a new Moon occurs on the 14th). Europe is expected to have the best view of the meteor trails. The column also mentions the constellation Cassiopeia. The author reflects on the humbling experience of observing the sky and compares it to witnessing natural wonders like Niagara Falls or a sunrise at Stonehenge, emphasizing the 'real presence' and emotional impact of such experiences.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are UFO sightings, crop circle phenomena, and speculative theories about ancient sites like Stonehenge and their connection to energy and natural forces. The editorial stance strongly advocates for cooperation and open information exchange within the ufology community, actively discouraging internal conflicts and personal vendettas. The magazine aims to expand knowledge of the UFO subject through collaborative efforts and objective reporting, while also providing content on astronomical observations.

Title: OVNI
Issue: 12
Volume: 21/8-96
Date: August 21, 1996
Publisher: Phenomenon Research Association
Country: UK
Language: English

This issue of OVNI magazine focuses on various UFO and UAP sightings, presenting detailed accounts from witnesses and brief reports from different locations and time periods.

Key Articles and Reports

ANOTHER UFO ENCOUNTER NEAR BRETBY (1978)

This report details an encounter experienced by a mother and daughter walking near Castle Gresley, south of Swadlincote, approximately 3 miles south of Bretby, in early October 1978 around 7:00 PM. Attracted by a gentle humming sound, they looked up to see a diamond-shaped object with rotating lights hovering low in the sky. A bluish light beam oscillated from an underside dome, pulsating towards them and warming the air. The witnesses, startled, took shelter in a phone box. After about 10 minutes, the beam ceased, and the object moved slowly away. It stopped and started in sync with their movements as they cautiously followed. The object then flew away towards Repton at tremendous speed, disappearing in seconds. The witnesses were amazed by the quietness of the engines, noting only a gentle hum. They initially kept the experience to themselves, fearing disbelief, but the next day, the local newspaper reported a UFO sighting in the Repton area. The report concludes with the witnesses maintaining an open mind and praying not to have such an experience again.

BOOMERANG UFO OVER NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME 14 MAY 96

Tracie Austin reported seeing a black, boomerang-shaped object traveling slowly and silently over Westbury Park. As she watched, the object changed shape into a ball, then back into a boomerang with a tail, resembling an arrowhead. She believed it was heading towards Hanchurch Woods and drove in that direction but lost sight of it. Later that day, around 4:20 PM, Tracie saw the same 'thing' flying over her house, performing similar maneuvers for ten minutes before disappearing. According to Tracie, the CAA reported no aircraft or gliders in the vicinity. Three days later, another witness reportedly saw three boomerang objects flying in formation over the Packmoor area, and two black helicopters were also seen in the area during the initial sighting.

UFO OVER STENSON FIELDS, DERBY 18 JULY 2030

Two witnesses, a husband and wife, observed a bright, silver-grey UFO hovering near an overhead power line in the Stenson Fields area of Sinfin, Derby. The object was round with a bright central light and a softer light around the edges. While watching, they saw two 'arms' extend from its sides and then retract. After observing for about fifteen minutes, the husband checked the time, and upon looking back, the UFO had disappeared.

TALE ENDERS

This section compiles various brief reports and announcements:

• FAULT LINE: A PRA skywatch event was scheduled near the Garden Centre, Bretby, from 22:30 on August 17th to 02:00 on August 18th, suggesting the area may be prone to UFO activity.
• OHIO UFO NOTEBOOK: Reports of numerous Flying Triangles and Boomerangs in the USA, with more cases to be featured in the next issue, sourced from Ken Potts.
• LANCASHIRE UFO SOCIETY: Announced an 'A Day Of Discovery' event on Saturday, January 18th, in Preston, featuring speakers like Jenny Randles, Ananda Sirisena, Tony James, Nick Nicholson, and Tim Matthews.
• FLYING TRIANGLE: Reported by Anthony D. Carr near Midsomer Norton on April 1, 1996, at 22:30. The object was described as flying 'flat' end forward, making a faint drone, and traveling at approximately 30-40 mph.
• MIS-INFORMATION: Addresses a rumor of a black triangular aircraft with a loud roaring sound hovering over an RAF airfield and Army base near Sheffield, with visible air intakes and rotating props.
• LIFE ON MARS: Mentions reports of microbes found on an Antarctic meteorite and references The Times newspaper for details, also touching upon the 'face' and pyramids on 'Cydonia'.
• ROBERT MORNING SKY: Notes that Robert Morning Sky, a Native American speaker, was injured by an unmarked car while jogging in the USA, with speculation linking it to MIBs or concerns about his statements regarding Hopi prophecies.
• A 93ft CROP CIRCLE FOUND IN OHIO: A newspaper cutting sent by Ken Potts describes an unexplained crop circle in a wheat field near Paulding County Road, Ohio, which is puzzling local authorities and farmers. An agricultural professor from Ohio State University was to take samples.
• A FLYING TRIANGLE REPORT: An older report from March 15, 1971, describes a man, his wife, and daughter seeing a bright, Vulcan-shaped (triangular) object near Buckland, Surrey. The object made no noise and disappeared after about thirty seconds. The wife confirmed seeing the same object, and the daughter was upset.

Reports published in OVNI may be reproduced by other agencies with due acknowledgement to the Phenomenon Research Association.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue include UFO sightings of various shapes (diamond, boomerang, triangular), unusual aerial phenomena, and the reporting of these events across different locations and time periods. There's a consistent focus on witness testimony and the presentation of diverse cases, from the detailed personal account near Bretby to the more concise 'Tale Enders' section. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry, presenting information without overt skepticism, as evidenced by the inclusion of a wide range of reports and the mention of scientific and religious perspectives on life beyond Earth. The magazine also highlights upcoming events and research organizations within the UFO community.