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POTPOURRI NEWS

Magazine Issue Potpourri News (John Schuessler) 1970s

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Summary

Overview

Dr. Richard Niemtzow, a UFO investigator, posits that the paralysis experienced by individuals during UFO encounters is caused by an 'unearthly apparatus' from an advanced civilization. This paralysis selectively affects nerves not vital for immediate survival, leaving victims unable to move or speak but still breathing. Niemtzow's research into numerous UFO sightings reveals consistent similarities in these accounts. He also notes that car motors, radios, and other electrical systems frequently fail during these encounters, leading him to believe the paralysis is caused by an electrical or magnetic field beyond current human understanding.

Magazine Overview

Title: POTPOURRI NEWS
Issue Date: November 15, 1979
Issue Number: 205
Publisher: NATIONAL ENQUIRER

This issue of Potpourri News features a prominent article detailing the theories of Dr. Richard Niemtzow, a physician and leading UFO investigator. The article, titled "Top UFO Expert Says... Space Aliens Use 'Unearthly Apparatus' to Paralyze Humans," explores Niemtzow's research into UFO encounters and the phenomenon of paralysis experienced by witnesses.

Top UFO Expert's Theory on Alien Paralysis

Dr. Richard Niemtzow, associated with the Houston-based UFO scientific study group VISIT, has researched numerous UFO sightings globally. He reports striking similarities in the accounts of people who have had close encounters with UFOs, specifically concerning a type of paralysis.

Niemtzow asserts that this paralysis is not caused by earthly medical science and must originate from an "unearthly apparatus" employed by aliens. He describes the paralysis as selective, affecting individuals' ability to move and speak, but not their breathing. "Their legs are completely immobilized but they do not fall down. The mouth and throat are paralyzed and they cannot speak but they can breathe. It is a very selective, and a very calculated paralysis which is well defined throughout the history of UFOs. It seems to affect any nerve that is not vital to the person staying alive. We don't understand how it is done," he stated.

He dismisses fear as an explanation for this phenomenon, noting that it affects both the brave and the fearful. Furthermore, Niemtzow has observed that during these UFO encounters, car motors, radios, and other electrical systems frequently fail. This observation leads him to hypothesize that the paralysis is caused by an electrical or magnetic field, or some unknown energy field, that is well beyond current human knowledge. This field, he suggests, affects both nerve cells and physical objects using electricity.

Information Source

The information in this issue is presented as "INFORMATION, DATA, COMMENTARY AND SPECULATION" and is attributed to John F. Schuessler, with a P.O. Box in Houston, Texas.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine appears to focus on speculative and fringe topics, particularly UFOs and alleged alien technology. The editorial stance, as represented by the featured article, is to present and explore theories from experts in the field, even if they are outside the realm of conventional science. The use of "Potpourri News" and the association with the "National Enquirer" suggest a publication that aims to capture reader interest with sensational or unusual topics.

Their legs are completely immobilized but they do not fall down. The mouth and throat are paralyzed and they cannot speak but they can breathe. It is a very selective, and a very calculated paralysis which is well defined throughout the history of UFOs. It seems to affect any nerve that is not vital to the person staying alive. We don't understand how it is done.

— Dr. Richard Niemtzow

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Dr. Richard Niemtzow believe causes paralysis during UFO encounters?

Dr. Niemtzow believes that aliens use an 'unearthly apparatus' to cause paralysis in humans during UFO encounters.

How does the paralysis described by Dr. Niemtzow affect individuals?

The paralysis immobilizes the legs, mouth, and throat, preventing movement and speech, but allows breathing. It is described as selective and affects nerves not vital for immediate survival.

What other phenomena are associated with these UFO encounters?

Dr. Niemtzow notes that car motors, radios, and other electrical systems frequently fail during these UFO encounters, suggesting an electromagnetic effect.

Could earthly medical science explain this paralysis?

Dr. Niemtzow states that earthly medical science cannot explain this phenomenon, suggesting it requires a highly advanced civilization or technology.

In This Issue

People Mentioned

  • Richard Niemtzowphysician and leading UFO investigator
  • John F. Schuessler
  • Thomas L. Muldoon

Organisations

  • VISIT
  • POTPOURRI NEWS
  • NATIONAL ENQUIRER

Locations

  • Houston, USA

Topics & Themes

UFOsParalysisAlien TechnologyElectromagnetic FieldsUFOalienapparatusNiemtzowexperttechnologyelectromagneticmagnetic fieldelectricalcivilizationVISITPotpourri NewsNational Enquirer1979