Priroda i Anomalnye Yavleniya - 1991 08

Magazine Overview

Title: ПРИРОДА И АНОМАЛЬНЫЕ ЯВЛЕНИЯ (Nature and Anomalous Phenomena)
Issue: № 8 (15)
Year: 1991
Publisher: ICUFON-MUFON (International UFO Organization, New York; MUFON, Texas, USA; All-Union Association for Anomalous Phenomena, All-Union Scientific Research Center of the USSR, Far Eastern Group)
Country: Russia
Language: Russian

Main Cover Story: The Unsolved Mystery of the "Devil's Graveyard"

The lead article details an expedition by the Vladivostok Association of Ufology to the "Devil's Graveyard" (Cherotovo Kladbishche), an anomalous zone on the border of Krasnoyarsk Krai and Irkutsk Oblast. The expedition, comprising ten members, faced significant logistical challenges, including carrying heavy equipment through the taiga. The team was guided by information from psychics and contactees who indicated a potential location for the anomaly.

Expedition Details and Anomalous Observations

The expedition faced several peculiar coincidences, such as the number of oars prepared (six, despite initial plans for ten) and the number of participants who ultimately joined (six). The article highlights the role of psychics and contactees in pinpointing the location and even predicting geographical features like the heart-like shape of Deshembinskoye Lake, which had recently changed from a triangle.

Local hunters reported that in a specific anomalous zone, the wire of traps would inexplicably thin out and break, without rusting. An experiment conducted by the expedition involved leaving stainless steel samples exposed to rain and sun for half an hour. The samples developed rust with unusual colors – yellow or bright red, like blood. The pale yellow rust could be easily removed or would crumble, while the red rust was more persistent. The weather in the region was noted for its unusual consistency: clear skies until 6 PM, followed by rain for half an hour, and then clear skies again.

Environmental Concerns and the "Devil's Graveyard" Concept

The article links the observed anomalies to the severe ecological problems in the Bratsk region, characterized by industrial pollution, smog, and toxic substances in the air and water. The authors suggest that the anomalies might be a result of acid rain. They express concern that such ecologically devastated zones are becoming widespread across the country, leading to the destruction of nature and the emergence of mutants among animals and humans. The "Devil's Graveyard" is presented as a potential example of how the Earth might defend itself against destructive human activity, with a dire warning that the entire planet could become a "devil's graveyard" if measures are not taken to protect nature.

Contactee Accounts and Paranormal Experiences

The Abducted

This section features the account of Sergey, who claims to have been abducted. He describes being enveloped in a white fog and experiencing a high-pitched hum. He was taken to a white room where two tall beings and a shorter one, who communicated telepathically, subjected him to tests. He felt a strange sensation on his arm and chest. He later found himself in a different room, which he recognized as an ordinary terrestrial room.

His wife later reported receiving a mysterious phone call stating that Sergey had been abducted from his workplace. Witnesses confirmed the call, though they did not see the abduction itself.

Encounters with the Unknown

Irina S.'s Account: In January 1991, while on a business trip at Guberovo station, Irina S. and a group of women witnessed a bright blue light and a silver, spindle-shaped object hovering overhead. The object changed color from silver to brown and red before shrinking into a point and disappearing.

Account of Two Nikolays: On May 1st of the previous year, two individuals witnessed a "flying saucer" above the naval ship "Minsk." The ship fired a projectile at the object, causing ripples in its image before it dissolved. The authors suggest that the military may have numerous similar unreported encounters.

Attack in Vladivostok: Anna L. recounts an incident on October 8, 1989, where she felt an invisible force pull her down and heard a voice saying, "Go away! Don't touch me." She struggled against unseen assailants. Her husband and other bystanders could not lift her due to her perceived immense weight. During this struggle, her pantyhose on her left leg appeared to melt and slide down. Upon regaining consciousness, Anna and her husband examined her clothes, finding them torn and stretched, but with no bruises or dirt, despite her falling into a puddle on the asphalt.

The article speculates that the beings involved in Anna's encounter may have operated from a different spatial-temporal dimension, making them invisible to her husband and other witnesses. The authors note an increase in such cases over the past three years, suggesting significant upcoming events involving extraterrestrials.

Bio-connection with the Cosmos

This article discusses "bio-connection" (telepathic bio-communication) with extraterrestrial intelligence, distinguishing it from 'contact' which implies a more equal dialogue. The author, citing the work of the "Sirius" group, suggests that extraterrestrials conduct psychological tests on humans. The article categorizes bio-connection into three modes: positive, neutral, and negative ('game'). The 'game' mode is described as the most unfavorable, involving psychological manipulation and testing of human qualities and mental resilience. It is suggested that during this 'game' mode, a highly advanced robot or artificial intelligence, guided by a general program, interacts with the individual, potentially inducing illogical or aggressive behavior.

The article dismisses the idea of a cosmic war between civilizations, arguing that such a conflict would be catastrophic for the entire galaxy. It proposes a materialistic perspective on extraterrestrial entities, viewing them as intelligent, possibly robotic, beings with advanced knowledge of human biology and psychology, capable of manipulating individual movements and even performing complex tasks like writing or drawing.

Ancient Knowledge of the Elements (Stichia) in the Practice of Healers

This section explores the traditional use of earth elements in healing practices. It describes how earth, in the form of clay and sand, was used for both treating and preventing illnesses. Certain types of stones were believed to strengthen epithelial tissues, while sand and chalk were used for bone and hair health. The article mentions clinoptilolite powder for ulcers and notes the belief in China that siliceous soils are food for dragons and immortals. It also highlights the disinfectant properties of many clays and stones, their ability to absorb toxins, and their influence on pathogenic microorganisms. However, excessive consumption of minerals can lead to negative health effects.

The text emphasizes the deep respect ancient peoples had for the earth, considering sleeping face down on the ground taboo. It discusses the magical properties of stones and the importance of understanding and harmonizing with the 'world of stones' through a shift in consciousness. The author suggests starting with light, transparent stones and gradually moving to darker, opaque ones, as one's choice of stone can reveal aspects of one's own personality.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently explores themes of UFO sightings, anomalous phenomena, extraterrestrial encounters, and paranormal experiences. There is a strong undercurrent of concern regarding environmental degradation and its potential consequences, with a call for action to protect nature. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry into unexplained phenomena, while also grounding some discussions in scientific or materialistic perspectives, even when discussing the paranormal. The publication aims to inform readers about mysterious events and encourage critical thinking about humanity's place in the universe and its relationship with nature.