Der Para-Info

Magazine Overview

Title: Der Para-Info
Issue: 2
Date: August 1977
Publisher: A.G.O. Oberhausen
Focus: UFO and Psi research.

Einleitung (Introduction)

The introduction dismisses the outdated theory that UFOs originate from Mars or Venus, asserting that these craft must come from other solar systems. It highlights the vastness of space, mentioning nearby stars like Proxima Centauri and distant ones like the Andromeda Nebula. The article notes that recent observations suggest the occupants of these craft belong to various humanoid races. It criticizes the reluctance of some in science and politics to accept evidence, suggesting that the technology involved in these spacecraft implies knowledge far beyond our current understanding. The text also points out that while our current systems are not suited for interstellar travel, UFOs are not only visually sighted but also create detectable secondary effects, such as magnetic field disturbances that can affect car ignitions and control systems. A quote from the French Army Minister, Robert Galley, from February 21, 1974, is included, acknowledging that many problems related to UFO phenomena remain unsolved and that some things are currently inexplicable or poorly explained.

The author expresses frustration with the ongoing 'cover-up tactics' and negative attitudes from scientists that hinder progress, concluding with a quote from Max Planck: 'Truth will only prevail when its opponents have died out.'

Alles über's Projekt Ozma (All About Project Ozma)

This section details the history and alleged continuation of Project Ozma, a radio astronomy project launched in 1959 by the 'Mutual-Network' to search for intelligent life using the 'National Science Faindation's' radio telescope in Green Bank, West Virginia. Initially described by astronomer Dr. Otto Struve as a 'long-term program,' the project was declared abandoned in 1961, with the official reason being that it was not fruitful. However, the article claims that the project was secretly continued by high government authorities and relocated to Puerto Rico. There, the US Air Force established a much larger 'space listening station' in Arecibo, a dish over 300 meters in diameter. This facility began operation in 1964 and was essentially the relocated Project Ozma, with its findings classified and kept from the public. The article further states that shortly before the official end of Project Ozma, its new director, Dr. Frank Drake, reported receiving strange signals from the direction of the star Tau Ceti. The public's interest was piqued by this, but Dr. Drake referred reporters to an upcoming official statement from the National Science Foundation. This statement, when published, declared Project Ozma a failure, claiming the signals were part of a 'secret experiment.' The article concludes that the public still knows nothing about the actual results of Project Ozma.

Psi-Forschungs-Phänomene (Psi Research Phenomena)

The magazine then shifts focus to 'Psi research,' defining it as phenomena involving extrasensory perception, such as telepathy (thought transmission), precognition (foreseeing future events), and telekinesis (moving objects with the mind). It notes that Psi phenomena that have demonstrably occurred have found their way to the public more quickly than UFO reports, with telepathy already being scientifically proven. The article mentions the TV show 'PSI' and highlights Uri Geller, the popular 'spoon-bender,' stating that Prof. Dr. Hans Bender of Freiburg has confirmed the existence of telekinesis after investigating Geller's case.

The Philadelphia Experiment and the Mobius Strip

The issue also touches upon the 'Philadelphia Experiment' and the 'Mobius Strip' as potentially paranormal discoveries. The Mobius strip is described as a geometric curiosity created by joining the ends of a strip of paper after a half-twist, resulting in a single surface and edge. Cutting it in half can produce a band with four half-twists. The article speculates that the Mobius strip's properties might offer insights into parallel worlds, suggesting that cutting the strip could displace part of humanity into another dimension connected by a narrow point.

This speculative hypothesis is then applied to the Philadelphia Experiment, described as a secret US Navy experiment in November 1943 in Philadelphia. During the experiment, a ship was enveloped in a strong magnetic field, causing it to become invisible and, allegedly, to teleport 640 kilometers to Norfolk, Virginia, reappearing there. The article suggests this was not simple invisibility but a change of location, possibly involving time displacement. A former crew member reportedly described the ship becoming invisible within a rotating ellipsoid field extending 100 meters from each side, with its outline visible in the water but not the ship itself.

As the magnetic field intensified, some crew members began to disappear and had to be made visible again using a special technique. Others were displaced so far from their physical dimensions that they could only be located and returned to normal using a special electronic device. Some crew members reportedly suffered severe consequences, including death or mental disorders. The article notes that while psychic abilities generally seemed to increase, many experienced residual effects of the 'transmutation,' sometimes reappearing unexpectedly in different locations. This information allegedly came to light through a newspaper article by a Mr. Allen, identified as Dr. Morris K. Jessup, which attracted the attention of the FBI. Dr. Jessup, who reportedly knew the details of the experiment, is said to have died 'voluntarily.'

A small experiment is then described to demonstrate the power of mental visualization: using a pendulum, one can influence its movement by concentrating on a desired direction (e.g., circular or back-and-forth). This is presented as evidence that mental visualization can trigger physical reactions.

Ufo-Forschungsprojekte und Sichtungen in den Vereinigten Staaten (UFO Research Projects and Sightings in the United States)

This section provides a table summarizing key UFO research projects and sightings in the United States:

• Project Sign (1947-1949): Concluded UFOs were of extraterrestrial origin, a conclusion rejected by the Pentagon.
• Project Grudge I (1949-1949): Categorized UFOs as conventional objects, mass hysteria, hoaxes, or psychopathology.
• Project Grudge II (1951-1952): Captain Edward J. Ruppelt led this project, recommending intensified UFO investigations.
• Project Blue Book (1952-1969): The Robertson Panel (1953) called for clarification and debunking, recommending UFO research be transferred to universities. An Ad Hoc Committee (1966) also recommended deeper studies. The House Armed Services Committee hearing (1966) concluded that extensive UFO research programs were not justifiable as they likely wouldn't yield new scientific insights.
• Colorado Study (1966-1968): Led by Edward E. Condon.
• Hearing before the Committee on Science and Astronautics (1968): Declared UFOs an international scientific problem and called for further hearings.
• Symposium of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (1969): Suggested a major university should be tasked with new UFO investigations.

A graph shows the total number of UFO sightings investigated by the US Air Force from 1947 to 1969, totaling 12,618.

In eigener Sache (In Our Own Interest)

This section provides information about the publication 'Para-Info.' It states that the magazine will be published monthly, costing DM 2.- at kiosks or DM 1.50 via subscription (including postage). Readers are encouraged to participate by submitting their own articles. The magazine will also feature the A.G.O.'s own research findings. Those interested in UFO/Psi research or seeking information are directed to contact the A.G.O. at Ebereschenweg 88, 4200 Oberhausen-14, with the phone number (0208) 670514. Norbert Bürgers is listed as responsible for the content as part of the 'A.G.O.' editorial team.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The editorial stance of 'Der Para-Info' is clearly critical of official explanations and government secrecy regarding UFOs and other unexplained phenomena. The magazine champions the idea that these phenomena are real and warrant serious investigation, even when official bodies dismiss them or attempt to explain them away through mundane means or by discrediting witnesses. There is a strong emphasis on the potential for advanced extraterrestrial or unknown technologies and the importance of pursuing research into areas like Psi phenomena, which the magazine suggests are more readily acknowledged than UFOs. The publication aims to inform the public and encourage participation in research, pushing back against what it perceives as a deliberate obfuscation of the truth by authorities and mainstream science.