Panorama - Vol 09 No 01 - 1970

Magazine Overview

Title: PANORAMA
Issue: Vol. 9, No. 1
Date: January 1970 (J.3. 1970)
Publisher: U.F.O.P.I.A. (Unidentified Flying Objects Phenomena Investigation. Australia.)
Editor: Fred P. Stone
Price: 25c.
Country of Publication: Australia
Language: English

This issue of Panorama, the official magazine of U.F.O.P.I.A., focuses heavily on a detailed analysis of a purported global conspiracy and potential alien involvement. The cover features a drawing of a flying saucer over Australia, a man looking skyward, and the magazine's title, along with the issue number and date.

Article: "Techniques of Subversion and Conquest" by John A. Keel (and editorial commentary)

The central piece of this issue is an article attributed to John A. Keel, reprinted from 'SAUCER SCOOP' and analyzed by the magazine's editor, Fred P. Stone. Keel's article posits a seven-step plan for a global takeover, not by force, but through psychological warfare and manipulation. These steps include:

1. Control of the Press: Dictators controlling newspapers.
2. Economic Control: Manipulation of currency and gold, leading to devaluation and panic.
3. Communications Control: Breakdown of radio, mail, and telephone systems.
4. Draining Armed Forces: Diverting military resources, exemplified by the Vietnam War.
5. Religious Control: Usurping religious and moral authority, with "God is Dead" cited.
6. Introduction of Anarchy: Fostering revolt among youth, drug use, and rejection of the establishment.
7. Suppression of Leaders: Assassinating or discrediting potential opposition.

Keel argues that these steps, if executed, would lead to a complete breakdown of society, making it ripe for intervention by benevolent "space people" who would offer a peaceful solution and orderly world. He draws parallels to historical tactics used by figures like Genghis Khan and Hitler.

The editorial commentary by Fred P. Stone offers a critical perspective. While acknowledging that the described 'takeover' plan is indeed unfolding before our eyes, Stone disagrees with Keel's attribution of the cause to extraterrestrials. Stone believes the plan is orchestrated by "evil-inspired men" on Earth, who are using the idea of space people as a scapegoat to deflect blame. He suggests that these earthly powers are subtly manipulating events and minds, creating a 'Big Brother' scenario where control extends to every aspect of life. Stone also notes the decline in traditional religious teachings and the rise of social upheaval among young people as part of this orchestrated anarchy.

Stone further elaborates that the 'space people' might not be invaders but potential "deliverers" if they do intervene, offering a better way of life than what human leadership has provided. He contrasts the current global decay, wars, and suffering with the potential for a better world, suggesting that even a space invasion might be a necessary step towards it. He concludes with a hopeful poem about a "Great Tomorrow" where righteousness prevails.

Other Content

U.F.O.P.I.A. New Committee 1970: The issue announces the election of officers for U.F.O.P.I.A. at their Annual General Meeting. John Rolfe is elected President, Fred Stone remains Vice President, and other committee members are listed for various roles, including Treasurer, Secretary, and heads of Sighting Files, Investigations, and News Files. The magazine's editorial and publication matters remain under Fred Stone's purview.

Sighting Reports: Two specific UFO sighting reports from December 1, 1969, are detailed:

• Bowen, Queens: A Mr.r. Polshalk reported seeing a large red light descend into a field, turn brilliant orange, and ascend at high speed. Investigators found a round burnt patch of earth, approximately 30 feet in diameter, with fused soil indicating intense heat and pressure.
• Second Report: Mr. and Mrs. G. Rowe sighted a bright yellow "Cigar" shaped object that remained stationary for 10 minutes before moving slowly across the sky and vanishing. The object was observed for 25 minutes. The report dismisses conventional explanations like Venus, weather balloons, or mirages due to the physical evidence found in the first sighting.

Article: "Force X" & the U.F.O. Question by A.E. Bran: This article explores the persistent interference and mysterious incidents plaguing UFO societies and researchers. Bran suggests a two-fold source of this interference: world governments and their security departments, and a more sinister, unknown element dubbed "Force X." The article highlights instances of missing documents, photographs, and tape recordings, and questions the official dismissals of UFO phenomena. It references a 1968 hearing before the U.S. House of Representatives' Committee of Science and Astronautics, where several scientists presented evidence supporting the reality of UFOs, though no significant funding was allocated for further investigation. The article also touches upon the "Tully Affair," where exposed film containing UFO sighting evidence sent to Kodak disappeared, and government responses that denied involvement.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are government secrecy, conspiracy, media manipulation, and the potential for a global takeover, whether orchestrated by human powers or extraterrestrial beings. The editorial stance, particularly from Fred P. Stone, is one of critical analysis, acknowledging the reality of a planned subversion but attributing it to human malevolence rather than alien benevolence. There is a strong undercurrent of hope for a positive future, a "Great Tomorrow," and a belief in the ultimate triumph of good over evil, regardless of the source of intervention. The magazine promotes an "open mind" for UFO groups and students, encouraging investigation while also offering a distinct interpretation of the phenomena and its implications.

This issue of Panorama, Volume 9, Number 1, dated approximately 1970, focuses on the "Force X" phenomenon and its connection to the UFO question. The magazine explores alleged government suppression of UFO information, the pressures faced by UFO researchers, and evolving theories about the nature of UFOs.

"Force X" and Government Cover-Up

The article begins by detailing how Fred Stone of U.F.O.P.I.A. had tape recordings of UFO information disappear, with Customs even questioning their contents. The author wonders which government office is responsible for such actions, suggesting a global pattern of unwarranted intrusion into UFO societies' affairs. Governments are accused of deriding ufology while simultaneously engaging in such activities.

The author posits three main reasons why governments might be concealing UFO facts:

1. Panic: Fear that the public would panic if they knew aliens were visiting Earth.
2. Economic: Concern that advanced alien knowledge of propulsion would render current technologies obsolete, particularly impacting the oil industry and its revenues.
3. Political: The idea that benevolent space entities could take over Earth's affairs, leading to peace and prosperity, which would put politicians and war-mongers out of work.

The "Force X" Phenomenon

The article defines "Force X" as a mysterious unknown force, both physical and paraphysical, that acts behind the scenes through violence to attack the UFO movement and its efforts. This force is described as diametrically opposed to benevolence and human understanding.

Several prominent UFO workers allegedly left the movement due to "Force X." These include Albert Bender in the United States, Mr. and Mrs. Harold Fulton and Mr. Stewart in New Zealand, and Edgar Jarrold in Sydney, N.S.W. Bender's experience, documented in Gray Barker's book "The Three Men in Black," describes contact with powerful alien forces personified as men in black. The Fultons and Jarrold reportedly had similar encounters, leaving them scared and causing them to abandon their research.

The author shares personal experiences, including a fall in the shower resulting in five fractured ribs, which he attributes to "Force X." Around the same time, Fred Stone, President of U.F.O.P.I.A., also suffered three fractured ribs in a car accident. The author also recounts his car breaking down in 1968, and a peculiar coincidence where Mr. V. Godic, the co-Vice President, experienced the same car trouble within an hour of the author's incident.

Further incidents include the tragic death of Dr. Miran Lindtner, President of U.F.O.I.C. in Sydney, in a car accident in Germany in 1969. Shortly after, Mr. F. Phillips, the Vic-President, was struck by a car in Sydney. Captain Bruce Cathie of New Zealand, a known lecturer, reportedly had his life threatened, and the New Zealand Police advised him not to travel to Australia for a UFO convention due to the danger involved.

Beyond physical duress, "Force X" is also said to attack a person's sanity through strange nightmares, apparitions, and voices. The author admits his own marriage has been strained by these psychic influences.

Newer Concepts of U.F.O.'s

John Rolfe, the incoming President of U.F.O.P.I.A. in 1970, discusses newer concepts of UFOs. He suggests that ancient myths and legends might hold keys to understanding the universe and the potential presence of superior entities. Scientific orthodoxy is challenged for its reliance on machines and its rejection of phenomena not capable of mechanical evaluation.

The article explores the idea of other universes and the possibility that young children possess a faculty to perceive more than adults. Recent research into hallucinations produced by brain stimulation is mentioned in relation to Extrasensory Perception.

Key concepts discussed include:

• Time Travel: The theory that UFOs might originate from outside our time frame, with some humans having crossed this "time bridge." This crossing is linked to vibratory or frequency charges. The possibility of future descendants mastering time travel and returning to the past is raised.
• Physical vs. Psychic Phenomena: The debate on whether UFOs are physical craft or psychic phenomena is ongoing. Some evidence points to psychic phenomena and certain UFO manifestations being the same, possibly triggered by a common cause.
• Illusory or Hallucinatory Nature: The idea that UFO sightings and occupants might be illusions or hallucinations broadcast by the craft or their occupants is gaining credence.
• Time Distortions: Two common time distortions reported by witnesses are time compression (a long experience occurring in a short period) and time lapses (amnesia for a period of time). These are linked to speeds approaching light speed.
• "Force X" as a Manifestation: The article suggests that "Force X" might be responsible for phenomena classified as poltergeist or psychic, and that the apparent conflict of good and evil forces could be at play.

It is argued that many UFO reports, especially those involving non-solid objects, are uniform in detail, while solid objects can have conflicting descriptions. The article notes that 76% of sightings over a three-year period were non-solid objects, and 26% appeared solid. The lights in the sky are often described as blue-green, shifting through the spectrum, and a brilliant white, suggesting changes in frequencies and possibly ultraviolet radiation.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are the perceived conspiracy of silence by governments regarding UFOs, the alleged malevolent influence of "Force X" on UFO researchers, and the exploration of advanced scientific and metaphysical theories concerning UFOs, including time travel and interdimensional possibilities. The editorial stance appears to be one of advocating for open-minded research into all aspects of the UFO phenomenon, challenging conventional scientific dogma, and exposing what the authors perceive as deliberate obfuscation by authorities and negative forces.

Title: PANORAMA
Issue: Vol. 9 No. 1
Date: November - December 1969
Publisher: World Wide Research Bureau
Country: USA
Language: English

This issue of Panorama delves into "Newer Concepts of U.F.O.'s," exploring theories about their nature and alleged encounters during the Apollo missions. The cover prominently features the headline "THEY'RE ON THE MOON WATCHING US."

Newer Concepts of U.F.O.'s

The article posits that UFOs might be composed of energy from the upper frequencies of the electromagnetic spectrum, capable of manifesting into visible light and adopting various shapes such as lenticular or rocket forms. These transmutations, while appearing mechanical and solid, would not be actual matter but energy states. The theory suggests that UFOs could intermingle with undetectable radiations, becoming visible at night when natural sunlight radiation is absent, appearing as colored lights in the sky. The author acknowledges that some intelligence must be controlling these phenomena, but its nature and purpose remain unknown, posing the "$64 question" about the origin and function of metallic manufactured artifacts.

The text suggests that witnesses reporting bright red lights and intense heat from departing craft are providing data that supports the idea of frequency changes. It advocates for a completely open-minded investigation of contactee statements, free from bias. The author concludes this section with a somewhat ominous reflection: "It is very evident we are being led up the garden path, and perhaps Fort was right after all, and we are someone's property."

Apollo Missions and Alleged Censored Transmissions

A significant portion of the magazine focuses on the Apollo missions, particularly Apollo 11, and claims of suppressed information. The article, adapted from Riley Crabbs of "BORDERLAND SCIENCE" magazine, expresses skepticism about the official accounts, stating, "For we still insist there was more went on on those Apollo missions than we have been told or was released."

It describes instances where actual TV transmissions were cut short, and silence reigned for several minutes. The authors believe that when "ham radio" folk pick up things not officially released, it's time to listen. They suggest that this is one instance where information has "leaked out" from "ham" operators.

A particularly striking claim is made regarding the Apollo 11 mission. The magazine reports that after Armstrong and Aldrin had safely lifted off the moon's surface and rendezvoused with Collins in the Command Module "Columbia," ham radio operators on Earth tuned into the Command Module's radio wavelength heard conversations that were not released by NASA.

These alleged conversations, quoted from an article by Sam Pepper in the "National Bulletin" (September 29, 1969), include:

• "What was it, what the hell was it? That's all I want to know."
• "These (garbled) babies were huge. Sir. they were enormous."
• "No, No, that's just field distortion. Oh God. you wouldn't believe it."
• "What....what... what the hell's going on? Whatsa matter with you guys wha.."
• "They're there, under the surface."
• "What's there?: (garbled) malfunction...ion. Control calling Apollo 11."
• "Roger, we're here, all three of us, but we've found some visitors.. Yeah. They've been here for quite a while judging by the installations."
• "Mission Control. Repeat last message."
• "I'm telling you there are other space craft out there! They are lined up in ranks on the far side if the crater edge."

Further transcript excerpts include:

• "They're set up down there. They're on the moon, watching us."
• "The mirrors. the mirrors, Youset them up, didn't you?"
• "Yes, the mirrors are all in place. But whatever built those spacecraft will probably come over and pull 'em all out by the roots tomorrow."

Verification and Skepticism

The magazine asserts that there is evidence to verify Sam Pepper's article and the censored astronaut dialogue, citing two different sources of ham radio operators hearing the conversation. A letter from John J. Locke, Director of World Wide Research Bureau, is presented, corroborating the existence of the article and mentioning a color photo of two flying saucers in the upper left corner of Aldrin's photo staking the solar curtain (from LIFE Magazine, August 8, 1969). The article notes that UFOs were cropped out of Aldrin's picture in the LIFE Memorial Edition.

The text raises questions about whether Armstrong and Aldrin saw physical UFOs and installations or "etheric constructs" beyond the sensitivity of normal equipment. It speculates that the astronauts' psychic sensitivity might have been increased by weightlessness and sensory deprivation in deep space, leading to these "visions." The magazine suggests that this controversy over reality will continue until "material-minded Pisceans" are gone, and expresses thankfulness for these "shreds of evidence from the Apollo 11 landing."

Willy Ley's Prediction and Death

The issue also notes the death of Willy Ley, described as a German-American scientist and Flying Saucer skeptic. Interestingly, he died of a heart attack on June 24, 1969, the 22nd anniversary of Flying Saucers. A year prior, Ley had predicted, "Sooner or later, American astronauts are going to run into astronauts from another planet outside our solar system." The magazine comments, "Too bad Mr. Ley didn't stick around for another month... at least long enough to read the CENSORED TRANSMISSION from the Apollo 11."

Conclusion and Call to Awareness

The editorial urges readers to either accept the "official censored stuff" or to remain open to the "scraps and bits of evidence which creep to the top occasionally." It warns against branding "ham operators" and other sources of evidence as hoax mongers, suggesting that doing so ignores the possibility that "we're not being told the whole TRUTH."

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are the nature of UFOs as potentially advanced energy constructs, the alleged cover-up of extraterrestrial encounters during the Apollo missions, and the importance of considering unconventional evidence from sources like ham radio operators. The editorial stance is clearly skeptical of official narratives and supportive of investigating UFO phenomena with an open mind, suggesting a belief in the reality of UFOs and potential extraterrestrial contact.

Acknowledgments

The issue acknowledges "Flying Saucer Review," "Forgotten Heritage, by LePoer French," and "Uninvited Visitors, by I. Sanderson."