OVNI - 2012 03 - March-April

Magazine Overview

Title: OVNI
Issue: March/April 2012
Publisher: JOURNAL OF THE PHENOMENON RESEARCH ASSOCIATION
Country: UK
Price: £3 UK: EU:5 Euros

This issue of OVNI magazine, subtitled 'The Journal for the discerning researcher', focuses on recent UFO sightings and related phenomena, alongside articles on historical government projects and calendrical predictions.

Featured Articles and Reports

Meteor 'fireball' spotted in night sky across UK

This article, referencing a Guardian report from March 4, 2012, details a widespread sighting of a 'fireball' or 'orange glow' across the UK on the night of March 3, 2012. Police received numerous calls from concerned citizens. The Met Office suggested it was a meteorite, while the Kielder Observatory described it as a 'huge fireball'. Astronomer Dr. David Whitehouse commented on its brightness and potential size, suggesting it could be debris from a planet between Mars and Jupiter.

Sir Francis Crick: Food For Thought

This section discusses the significance of DNA discovery by Sir Francis Crick and James Watson. It includes a quote from Sir Francis Crick suggesting that life on Earth originated from an advanced civilization that genetically modified DNA and sent it to Earth via meteorites. The article emphasizes DNA as an efficient information storage system and implies intelligent design.

Recent Unexplained Photographs

Two photographs are presented: one is a still from a video of a 'flying triangle' over Mablethorpe, sent by Peter Gregory on March 8, 2012. The second is described as a 'strange unknown object' filmed over the Thames Estuary in London on February 5, 2012.

More UFO's seen near Durban, South Africa

This report from Dave Harvey SA details sightings by Monica in Amanzimtoti on December 23, 2011, involving an orange light followed by four more, moving at a slowish speed with no sound. A subsequent sighting on December 31, 2011, in Edenvale involved a formation of five lights, with additional lights seen later. The reporter notes the silence and speed of the objects, ruling out conventional aircraft and fireworks.

Athlone Park Report

Reported by Jenny Bipat, this section details a sighting by Tony Mills on February 23, 2012, of an aircraft with amber and red lights, possibly military, which flew inland. This was followed by a bright orange light rising into the atmosphere. Tony contacted the Air Force Base and King Shaka Airport without success.

Wellington SA

This report from January 29, 2012, describes a sighting by the reporter and two friends in Wellington, South Africa. They observed a low-flying aircraft that hovered, rotated 360 degrees, and moved silently. The craft was described as triangular, like a Stealth bomber, and later transformed into a spherical ball of white light. The object was observed for about 5 minutes within 1000 feet and an hour beyond that range. Video footage was captured but only showed a grey screen and sound.

Base to fight extra-terrestrial attacks

This article from The Whitby Gazette (January 25, 2012) reports on a visit by government ministers, including David Willetts and Peter Luff, to RAF Fylingdales. The purpose was to discuss utilizing the base for protection against 'attacks from space' and to draft a National Space Security Policy. The base's role in ballistic missile warnings and space surveillance was highlighted. The article also mentions RAF Fylingdales monitoring the flight of the failed Russian probe Phobos-Grunt.

Two Witnesses Report UFO over Prince Edward Island, Canada

Reported by Billy Booth, this account details a sighting on January 9, 2012, by two professional individuals. They observed a bright white light defining a triangle shape, with a dimmer strobe. The object rotated, then approached them as a triangular black craft, later transforming into a spherical ball of white light. The craft was silent and moved at approximately 30 kph. It was observed for about 5 minutes within 1000 feet. Video footage was taken but did not capture a clear image.

Wilbert Smiths' Top Secret Canadian UFO Memo Now Public

This article discusses the release of a draft of the original 'Project Magnet' Top Secret Memo by Wilbert Smith, dated November 1952. Researched by Nick Balaskas, the memo initiated the Canadian government's program to investigate flying saucers. Key points from the memo include its high classification in the US, the existence of flying saucers, concentrated effort by a group led by Vannevar Bush, and the US authorities' investigation into related phenomena like mental phenomena. The project's purpose was to study magnetic phenomena for potential new technology.

Prediction 2012

Written by PRA member Richard Servante, this article combines information about the Long Count Mayan calendar with conventional astrology. It discusses the end of the Mayan fifth age of Man on December 21st, 2012, and the start of a new Age. The article also touches on astrological events and the increasing influence of 'the feminine principle', linking it to intuition and the use of the sixth sense.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently focuses on unexplained aerial phenomena (UFOs/OVNIs) and related mysteries. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry into these subjects, presenting witness accounts, scientific commentary, and historical government documents. There's an interest in the potential for advanced technology, extraterrestrial intelligence, and the intersection of these phenomena with scientific and calendrical predictions. The inclusion of reports from various countries (UK, South Africa, Canada) suggests a global perspective on UFO activity. The magazine also touches upon the scientific community's engagement with these topics, as seen in the discussion of DNA and the government's interest in space security.

This issue of OVNI, dated February 2012, contains several articles related to UFO sightings, alleged alien encounters, and anomalies on other planets. The content includes eyewitness accounts, historical claims, and discussions on scientific and paranormal topics.

Pennsylvania UFOs: By Billy Booth

This article details a UFO sighting that occurred in Linesville, Pennsylvania, on November 14, 2010. The primary witnesses, a man and his girlfriend, were outside a friend's house when they experienced a strange feeling of being watched. The male witness walked away from the fire and, after a few moments, brought his girlfriend to a deserted road. They noticed a bright star or planet, which the man joked about as being the aliens. Suddenly, the male witness sensed a 'flash' and saw a large, triangle-shaped object in the sky. The object was transparent, allowing stars to be seen through it, appearing 'squiggly' like fish in an aquarium. The triangle had three points and left a blue-green trail of light that illuminated the craft. It moved slowly and silently, then suddenly picked up speed, leaving behind lengthening streaks of the blue-green trail. The object either disappeared or moved out of sight quickly.

After the triangle vanished, the witness's attention was drawn back to his girlfriend, who pointed out a second object that appeared to be a star moving rapidly. This object moved in a straight line before taking a semi-circular direction, which the witness described as a fluid, quick change of direction that no known plane could achieve. This object then faded from view. The witnesses noted seeing 14 airplanes afterward but no more UFOs. The article concludes by questioning the nature of these unknown objects and their potential connection to the 'chemtrails' observed as day broke.

Respected Ufologist Lou Farish Passes Away at 74

This section reports the death of Lou Farish, born April 27, 1937, and who died on January 26, 2012. He was known for his intelligence and integrity in the UFO community worldwide. Farish retired from the U.S. Postal Service and the Arkansas National Guard after twenty years of service. He developed a curiosity for UFOs early in life and for twenty years edited the UFO Newsclipping Service, a monthly compilation of UFO articles, and directed the Ozark UFO Conference. A memorial service was scheduled for February 4 at the Harris Funeral Home in Morrilton, Arkansas.

Norman Oliver writes about Lucius Farish

Norman Oliver, from Lincolnshire, U.K., shares his appreciation for Lucius Farish. Oliver, a former Council member of BUFORA (The British UFO Research Association) and editor of its Journal, had a tape correspondence with Farish about UFO research and events for several decades, starting in 1967. In 1987, Farish organized UFO Conferences in Eureka Springs, Arkansas, inviting Oliver to be the first British speaker. Oliver was invited back seven times and considered Farish a central hub for UFO information globally. He described Farish as a gentleman and a gentle man, whose loss would be deeply felt by ufologists worldwide.

New Jersey Abduction

This is an account of an alleged abduction that occurred in Wood Ridge, New Jersey, on February 1, 2012. The witness was sleeping between 11:15 PM and 4 AM when they awoke with the feeling of being held down. Around 5:45 AM, the witness tried to wake up but couldn't, experiencing paralysis and an inability to make noise. After struggling, the witness opened their eyes and saw a being standing to the left of the bed, holding their hands against their chest. The witness kicked one last time and was able to speak, saying, "Get off of me!" The being then ran towards the window and disappeared. The witness described the being as short, around four feet tall, slender like a child, naked, with no body hair, and dark grey in color, with no visible facial features. The lights were off, but the witness could discern these details. The report is attributed to MUFON CMS.

President Eisenhower had three secret meetings with aliens, former Pentagon consultant claims.

By Anthony Bond, this article reports on claims made by Timothy Good, a former U.S. government consultant, lecturer, and author. Good asserts that President Dwight D. Eisenhower had three secret meetings with aliens. The first meeting allegedly took place at a remote air base in New Mexico in 1954. According to Good, Eisenhower and FBI officials organized these encounters by sending out 'telepathic messages'. The meetings occurred on three separate occasions at Holloman Air Force base, with 'many witnesses'. Good, who is also a former U.S. Congress and Pentagon consultant, stated that governments worldwide have been in regular contact with aliens for decades. Eisenhower, president from 1953 to 1961, was known to believe in life on other planets and was keen on advancing the U.S. space program. The meeting in February 1954 was reportedly disguised as a vacation in Palm Springs, California. The initial meeting was with aliens described as 'Nordic' in appearance, and an agreement was eventually 'signed' with a race called 'Alien Greys'.

Good also stated that while up to 90 percent of UFO reports can be explained conventionally, millions worldwide have seen 'the real thing'. The article references classified documents from the Ministry of Defence in 2010, suggesting Winston Churchill may have ordered a UFO sighting kept secret. This sighting involved a UFO seen over the East Coast of England by an RAF reconnaissance plane during World War II. The article includes a quote from Ben Rich, who developed the stealth aircraft, suggesting that the technology to go to the stars came from 'Alien crafts' and liaising with actual aliens.

Trees and Cities on Mars

This section, attributed to Norman Bryden, argues against NASA's official data regarding Mars. Bryden urges readers to use their abilities to discern between organized geometric objects and natural formations, suggesting that articles are written to obscure the truth about potential Martian cities. He claims NASA is not being honest and encourages comparisons to Earth cities. The article highlights an area on Mars named 'Inca City' by NASA, which Bryden believes shows signs of intelligent life. He criticizes the scientific community for dishonesty and erosion of public trust, stating that admitting the facts about extraterrestrial life is not shameful. The location of 'Inca City' is given as Latitude 81.50 S, Longitude 206 W, by NASA/JPL.

Tracks on Mars

This subsection, with thanks to J. P. Skipper, presents visual evidence from Mars that allegedly contradicts basic official data, such as atmospheric temperature and composition. It suggests that verifiable visual evidence demonstrates that open-minded individuals can find 'real truth' by examining this data. The article points to tracks on the Martian surface with an apparent moving object, and provides a link to marsanomalyresearch.com.

TALE ENDERS

This section contains several short news items:

• NASA's 2013 Budget Boosts Manned Space, But Cuts Mars: The Obama administration's fiscal 2013 budget request for NASA includes $17.7 billion, a slight decrease from 2012, but doubles the amount for commercial manned spacecraft development while boosting the successor to the Hubble Space Telescope and cutting Mars initiatives.
• PRA Member Trevor Watson Dies: Trevor Watson, a PRA member, died on January 25, 2012. Despite ill health, he maintained an active interest in the subject. His funeral was held in Derby.
• U.S. Air Force Spaceplane Marks One Year in Orbit: The second U.S. Air Force X-37B spaceplane completed one year in orbit, continuing its secret mission over 200 miles above Earth. Its purpose remains classified, but officials state it is performing well.
• Coast to Coast: On March 5, author and consultant Pam Oslie discussed her ability to read auras and evidence for parallel universes. She explained that auras are fields or bands around a person, with 'life colors' closest to the body and outer bands reflecting emotions. She suggested methods for seeing auras and described the personality associations of colors like violet (visionaries), red (powerful), yellow (youthful), green (workaholics), and lavender (sweet). Oslie developed the LoveColors online dating site based on aura compatibility.
• A Book by Dr Peter McCue: A new book titled "Zones of Strangeness: An Examination of Paranormal and UFO Hot Spots" by Dr. Peter McCue has been published.
• Next PRA Meeting: The next meeting of the PRA was scheduled for Tuesday, March 27, 2012, at the Royal British Legion in Allenton, Derby. It featured a psychic guest, Mrs P. Winfield, who would discuss her 'contactee' experiences, including a premonition of the '9/11' disaster. The meeting also included UFO news and a free UFO book raffle, with a £2 contribution for non-members.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue of OVNI are UFO sightings, alleged extraterrestrial encounters, and the potential for life beyond Earth, particularly concerning Mars. There is a consistent undercurrent of skepticism towards official scientific explanations and a belief in the existence of phenomena that are being covered up or ignored by mainstream institutions like NASA and governments. The editorial stance appears to favor the investigation of anomalous phenomena and the dissemination of information that challenges conventional scientific or governmental narratives. The magazine promotes the idea that there is significant evidence of UFOs and extraterrestrial activity that is not being acknowledged by the public or scientific community.