OVNI - 2002 11 - November-December

Magazine Overview

Title: OVNI
Issue: November/December 2002
Publisher: Journal of the Phenomenon Research Association
Country: UK
Price: £1 plus postage

This issue of OVNI presents a collection of recent UFO sightings and a historical account of alleged alien artifacts. The magazine focuses on witness testimonies, often accompanied by sketches, and includes editorial notes and analysis.

Feature Articles and Reports

WILL THE UFONAUTS SAVE OUR PLANET?

This editorial piece by Omar Fowler, Group Leader and Editor, raises the question of whether UFO occupants might intervene to prevent humanity from destroying Earth. It discusses the recurring message from 'contactees' about Earth being 'too warlike' and the existence of a 'Galactic Confederation' that Earth is not yet worthy to join. The article mentions that some contactees have been shown visions of future disasters on Earth. It also highlights a 'Breaking News' report from the 'Siriusufo Space Sciences Research Center' in Turkey, claiming six airliner crews witnessed a UFO destroying a large meteor heading for Earth. The editor notes this contradicts the understanding that extraterrestrials are not permitted to intervene. A local 'contactee' story is also teased for the next issue, described as 'mind-blowing'.

Huge UFO seen over Derby and Ilkeston

This report details a sighting on September 30th, 2002, by Philip D. Carter and his family in Derby. They observed a huge, brilliantly lit craft with many cream-coloured lights and two red lights, described as two identical objects moving together. The object emitted a humming sound and moved slowly southeast. A similar sighting was reported by Mrs 'PW' and her family over Ilkeston. She described the object as a bright object slowly turning before heading southeast. Her family noted a 'vibrational humming sound'. The report also mentions Jenny Randles' concept of the 'Oz Factor', referring to the unusual silence experienced during sightings. The witnesses express doubt that the craft was man-made, given its speed, manoeuvres, and quiet operation.

METEOR LIGHTS UP CENTRAL UK ON SUNDAY 6 OCTOBER 2002

This section compiles reports of a burning object seen streaking across the West Midlands skies on October 6th, 2002. Astronomers suggested it might be a meteor. Sightings were reported in Coventry, England's south coast, and Wales. Andy Salmon from the Birmingham Astronomical Society suggested it could be a meteor or space debris. The Phenomenon Research Association (PRA) received several reports, including one from Colin Saunders in Hinckley, who was awoken by a loud noise and explosion, initially thought to be a meteorite but later suggested by witnesses to be a saucer-shaped UFO. Another report comes from Mr and Mrs G. Mottram of Blackwell, Derbyshire, who saw a large, bright green light or sphere with orange flames falling towards the ground, with no sound. They initially thought it was a crashing aircraft but noted its immense size. Mr Mottram's sketch depicts the object falling. A report from Mr and Mrs M. Russell, travelling between Codnor and Eastwood, describes a bright green ball of light with orange, lighting up clouds and leaving a trail. The editors comment that the greenish glow is typical of a meteorite entering the atmosphere, but acknowledge the witness's impression of a 'long and silver' object.

MYSTERIOUS LIGHTS SEEN OVER DERBY 20 NOVEMBER 1999

This report, stemming from an 'UFO Phone-In' programme on BBC Radio Derby, details a sighting by Mr JBH on November 20th, 1999, in Oakwood Park. He saw an object with flashing red, blue, and green lights. It was foggy, and the object appeared stationary, long, and hazy, lasting for about four minutes. Mr JBH, who has experienced psychic phenomena, noted that the lights did not appear to be of a psychic nature.

UFO OVER HEANOR, DERBYS. 12 NOVEMBER 2002

This is the latest report received before going to print, concerning a sighting over Heanor on November 12th, 2002. Mr JB saw an elongated object, described as 'shaped like a bar', passing overhead slowly and silently. It was 'medium bright' with multi-coloured lights of red, green, and white flashing.

LATE NIGHT WITNESS HAD A FEELING THAT ‘HE WAS BEING WATCHED’

Mr Harold Hicking of Shelton Lock, Derby, recounts an unnerving experience from about two years prior to the publication date. While putting his car away, he felt he was being watched. Looking up, he saw a UFO hovering above him. It was black, cone-shaped with lights around it, and stationary. He estimated its size to be half that of an aeroplane. It hovered silently for about three minutes before whisking away to the north. Mr Hicking found the silence of the object particularly unusual.

ANOTHER HISTORIC UFO SIGHTING OVER DERBY

This report, by 'Rammie', describes a sighting on the night of October 29th, 2002. The witness saw a very bright silvery-white object, about the size of a 5 pence piece at arm's length, with another man. The object suddenly disappeared and reappeared miles away in less than a second. The witness, an aviation enthusiast, states it could not have been an aeroplane. A taxi driver also witnessed the event. The object did not appear to move in the sky, only disappear.

US MARINE WITNESSES USO

This article recounts a sighting of a huge Underwater Submersible Object (USO) in the Bermuda Triangle in 1977. The author, a US Marine, was part of a fleet on a mission. They observed a large blue glow approaching their ship underwater. The object was much wider than their ship, pulsing, and brighter than flickering plankton. While initially thought to be a submarine, whale, or squid, the author concludes it was likely an underwater UFO. It was oval in shape and about as wide as it was long.

TWO UFO REPORTS FROM LANCASTER

Mr Graham D. Thompson of the 'Lancaster UFO Marsh network UK' submitted two reports. The first, from 1996, describes seeing a group of lights hovering over rooftops, with white and orange/red lights on the sides, which disappeared in a flash. The second report, from March 1st, 2002, details Mr Thompson and his son witnessing six illuminated discs travelling in a triangular formation, which then split into two groups of three and moved off in opposite directions. He sent a report to the MOD but received no reply.

ALIEN ARTIFACTS WERE RETRIEVED IN 1939

Written by William E. Jones, this article shares a letter from Lucile Andrew, daughter of Reverend Turner Hamilton Holt. She recounts a story her father was told by his cousin, Cordell Hull (Secretary of State under Franklin D. Roosevelt). Hull allegedly showed Holt a sub-basement in the U.S. Capitol building containing four large glass jars with four creatures in formaldehyde and a wrecked round craft. Hull reportedly swore Holt to secrecy, fearing public panic. The article details Cordell Hull's prominent political career and the Reverend Holt's background. Lucile and her sister Allene claim to remember the story independently, with the creatures described as 'less than four feet tall' and the material as 'silver metallic' and a 'vehicle'. The article suggests this story warrants further investigation regarding government involvement in UFO research.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue of OVNI include a focus on contemporary UFO sightings across the UK, with a particular emphasis on witness accounts and physical descriptions of objects. The 'Galactic Confederation' and 'contactee' narratives are present, suggesting a potential for extraterrestrial intervention or guidance. The inclusion of a historical account of alleged alien artifact retrieval in 1939 points to a long-standing interest in UFO phenomena and potential government cover-ups. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry, presenting witness reports and encouraging further investigation, while also offering some analysis and context through editorial notes. The magazine seems to lean towards the belief that many of these phenomena are not easily explained by conventional means.

This issue of OVNI magazine, dated November 2002, focuses on UFO phenomena and extraterrestrial communication, alongside astronomical observations and scientific news. The cover prominently features a report on the Halewood UFO sighting.

Halewood UFO Sighting Update

The issue begins with an update on a UFO sighting in Halewood, UK, attributed to Phillip Gilks. He describes seeing 8 or 9 gold spheres moving in formation on the night of October 18th, 2002, at an altitude estimated to be between 2000-3000ft. Gilks, who has over 10 years of experience as a Met Office weather observer, was able to estimate the altitude and noted the objects disappeared behind clouds. He modified his initial statement to say the lights covered an area equivalent to about 3/4 of the size of the constellation of the Plough, rather than the full constellation. The report mentions that a few people apparently called Radio Merseyside to report similar sightings.

A Message from The Galactic Confederation

A significant portion of the magazine is dedicated to a message forwarded by Harvey Cooke from New Zealand, purportedly from 'The Galactic Confederation'. This message, dated November 8th, 2002, serves as a stark warning to humanity. It states that if any nation starts a war or uses devices that strain the planet's balance, the Confederation will immediately neutralize all power sources, including electrical, combustion, rocket, nuclear, and magnetic systems. This action would affect all people on the planet, potentially leading to widespread earthquakes, violent winds, tidal waves, and significant changes to Earth's surface. The message emphasizes that their actions are for planetary protection and not punishment. It also mentions that thousands of their observer craft are in orbit, monitoring activity. The decision is presented as final, with humanity given the choice to prevent disaster.

Historical and Scientific Notes

A 'NOTE' section, received in 1951, discusses the asteroid belt, describing it as the remnants of an advanced planet that was destroyed due to experimentation with fission and fusion, leading to a war and nuclear chain reaction. It also notes a change in Galactic pact regulations, allowing interference when a planet threatens other bodies. The section then addresses common questions about personal action, suggesting focusing on peaceful solutions, caring, and concern for all, drawing parallels to the '100th monkey syndrome'. It encourages prayer, meditation, deep thinking, discussion, and spreading information urgently.

The Evening Sky - November 2002

This section, an e-mail from [email protected], provides an astronomical overview for November 2002. Saturn is prominent in the eastern sky, Jupiter appears later, and Venus and Mars are visible at dawn, with Venus being particularly bright. Mercury is not visible. The Leonid meteor shower is expected to peak on November 18th-19th, though the full moon may obscure fainter meteors. The article debunks the myth that man-made structures like the Great Wall of China are visible from the moon or low Earth orbit. It also clarifies the difference between an eclipse and an occultation.

Scientific Discoveries and Theories

The issue touches upon the mystery of the origin of life on Earth, noting that while organic molecules are found in space, the leap from inanimate to animate remains unexplained. It mentions theories suggesting life on Earth received a boost from space. The article also discusses the November full moon and its traditional names, as well as the significance of November in ancient Roman and Celtic calendars.

Tale Enders

This section reports on several brief news items:

• Paul Andrews: A key witness of a 'Flying Triangle' UFO over Bakewell, Derbyshire, died at age 42.
• Mysterious Dwarf Causes Chaos: A newspaper report from 'Junin Dice' describes the alleged appearance of a small individual (80cm tall) in a quiet town, causing local police to investigate.
• Super Galactic Discovery: An announcement from Science@NASA details the discovery of two supermassive black holes orbiting each other, predicted to merge and create an even larger black hole.
• PRA Secretary Change: Deb Hollis is thanked for her service, and Karen Richardson takes over as PRA Secretary.
• Next UFO Phone-In: An upcoming event on BBC Radio Derby with John Holmes and Omar Fowler.
• Microchips: Production of microchips with transistors a thousand times smaller than a human hair is beginning, with Intel leading the industry.
• Next PRA Meeting: Scheduled for November 26th in Derby, featuring a video on Stanton T. Friedman and a review of UFO sightings.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are UFO sightings and encounters, extraterrestrial communication and warnings, and astronomical and scientific news. The magazine appears to present a platform for reporting unusual phenomena and disseminating information related to UFOs and potential extraterrestrial contact, while also keeping readers informed about scientific advancements and celestial events. The editorial stance seems to be one of open inquiry into these subjects, providing a space for witness accounts and speculative messages from alleged extraterrestrial sources, balanced with factual reporting on astronomy and technology.