Priroda i Anomalnye Yavleniya - 1991 09

Magazine Overview

Title: Природа и аномальные явления (Nature and Anomalous Phenomena)
Issue: № 9 (16)
Year: 1991
Publisher: ИКУФОН (ICUFON)
Affiliated Organizations: МУФОН (MUFON), Texas (USA); Всесоюзная ассоциация по аномальным явлениям СНИО СССР (All-Union Association for Anomalous Phenomena SNIO USSR); Дальневосточная группа (Far Eastern Group).
Country of Publication: Russia
Price: 70 kopecks

Unraveling the Mystery of the 'Devil's Graveyard'

The main article details the "Kova-91" expedition's investigation into the "devil's graveyard," an anomalous zone located on the border of Krasnoyarsk Krai and Irkutsk Oblast. The expedition, organized by the Vladivostok UFO Association, aimed to find this mysterious location, rumored to be marked by a carving of a devil on a tree.

Led by Anatoly Khuzin, the team faced challenges, including the difficulty of locating the site and the initial lack of information from locals in the village of Karamysevo. During their journey down the Kova River, they encountered unusual "amoeba-like clots" in photographs, which some ufologists attribute to extraterrestrial or parallel world entities, while others consider them film defects. The expedition utilized unique, self-developed equipment, including an electromagnetic radiation detector and an ionization sensor.

Upon reaching the mouth of the Deshemba River, the expedition established a second base camp. Here, they utilized detailed maps provided by Sergey Simonov, who had previously researched the "devil's graveyard" and its potential connection to the Tunguska event. The team employed a novel method of searching by tapping into the Earth's energy-information field, which they believe aided in locating the "dead place."

They discovered a "white spot" approximately 25 meters in diameter, surrounded by birch trees. The most striking feature was that all the trees at the edge of the clearing had their tops bent towards the center, forming arches that reached the ground. Some trees grew into the earth before arching back towards the sky. Similar, though isolated, bent trees were found elsewhere in the taiga. In the "white spot" area, all trees exhibited this unusual growth pattern. Additionally, they observed trees with three parallel shoots from a single trunk and others that were impossibly twisted, resembling a sailor's knot.

Investigations using their instruments revealed strong electromagnetic radiation in the area. The team theorizes that this radiation might be the cause of the trees' abnormal growth, influenced by the Earth's magnetic field lines. They noted that such radiation could be harmful to humans.

The article proposes a theory that the "devil's graveyard" might be located over the preserved "stem" of a paleovolcano, whose roots reach into a conductive magma layer. The energy from this layer could manifest as an alternating magnetic field on the surface, creating these anomalous zones. The existence of deep underground shafts, possibly remnants of the volcano's vents, is also suggested. These shafts might be covered by a thin layer of earth, insufficient to protect animals from underground heat, as evidenced by accounts of animals falling in and burning.

Further speculation links these phenomena to the Tunguska event, suggesting that a large object might have cleared or deepened these volcanic vents. The possibility that these "devil's graveyards" act as a "gateway" to another world is also raised.

The article concludes by mentioning the work of V. S. Salyagin, an agronomist who studied the "devil's graveyard" and died, and includes an account from S. N. Polyakov about an animal disappearing into a clearing and burning.

Letters to the Editor and Other Contributions

"INOPLANETIANS, ANSWER THE CALL?!" by Oleg Skolon, a member of the Vladivostok UFO Association, addresses the influx of letters concerning UFO sightings, poltergeists, and alien contacts. Skolon specifically appeals for help in finding members of a "Coordination Detachment of Observers" numbering 8000, sent by the "Solar Council" or "Council of Galaxies" to prevent an ecological catastrophe. He provides an address for potential contacts and suggests uniting with a local individual in Arsenyev who claims to be the "father of all the world and leader of humanity."

Skolon also requests photographs with "black spots" or "black marks," asking for negatives and details about when and where the photos were taken. He encourages contactees to share information, dismissing fears of public panic and emphasizing the urgency of the times, hinting at an approaching apocalypse.

He further appeals to individuals with psychic abilities like levitation, telekinesis, or telepathy, offering to visit them. Skolon expresses disappointment with an inventor who claimed to have a device for traveling to parallel worlds but refused to demonstrate it, citing fear of the KGB.

The author reflects on the qualities of contactees, suggesting they are chosen for their kindness and honesty, but notes that some become defensive when their information is questioned. He warns that irritation and threats can lead to the production of "imperil" in the body, hindering their transition to a "sixth race."

Finally, Skolon urges readers to report all unusual phenomena and UFO sightings, advising caution and respect towards both aliens and fellow humans. He reminds people to balance their focus on the cosmos with concern for Earth's problems.

"DARE TO BE HEALTHY: DANDELION (MEDICINAL)" provides information on the dandelion plant. It describes its characteristics, distinguishing it from the autumn dandelion. The article highlights the medicinal uses of dandelion root, which contains insulin, resins, and organic acids, and is used as a bitter to improve appetite and digestion, as well as a choleretic, laxative, and diuretic. The entire plant is used in Chinese medicine as a diaphoretic and tonic. The milky sap is applied externally for skin conditions like eczema and boils. An oil infusion of the roots is effective for burns. Dandelion leaves are consumed in salads and are considered a dietary aid in France for preventing atherosclerosis. The article also mentions that dandelion is pickled and eaten as a cabbage substitute in European countries, and its root is used as a coffee substitute.

"CORRECTION" notes an error in a previous issue (№ 7) regarding the material "Tunguska Mystery," where a line was misprinted.

**"ON THE PICTURES: Scheme of the 'Kova-91' expedition route; birch trees in the anomalous zone. Photo by A. Mogilchenko."

"THE LOTUS BLOOMS IN THE FAR EAST" describes the lotus flower, which blooms in the rivers and lakes of the Far East. It is referred to as "Nelumbo nucifera" and is revered in Southeast Asian cultures as a symbol of nirvana and purification.

"SACRED KNOWLEDGE OF THE ANCESTORS: THE MAIN ELEMENTS (STICHII) IN THE PRACTICE OF HEALERS" continues a series on elemental spirits, focusing on Fire. The author, A. Shatkovsky, describes fire as the most mobile element, containing energy in a highly developed form. He stresses the need for respect and caution when interacting with fire, warning against disrespect that the element remembers. The article mentions the ability of strong-willed individuals to handle fire without harm and recounts a childhood memory of a grandfather handling burning logs. The purifying power of fire is emphasized, noting its ability to transform and regenerate. The text also touches upon the concept of celestial fire, lightning as divine arrows, and the association of Thursday with Perun, the god of thunder and rain. It discusses the use of fire for rapid information transfer and prediction, but cautions about the potential for energetic "explosions" or "burns" during such practices, citing instances of sorcerers being consumed by fire or struck by lightning. The article suggests that children were sometimes used as mediums for communication with fire due to their purity.

Fire is described as both external and internal, visible and invisible. The invisible, internal fire is presented as a sign of the current battles and radical changes facing human civilization. The article concludes by stating that the editor is L. V. Pankova.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The issue strongly focuses on anomalous phenomena, particularly the "devil's graveyard" and related environmental anomalies like electromagnetic radiation and mutated flora. There's a clear interest in exploring scientific and speculative explanations for these occurrences, including links to geological activity (paleovolcanoes) and extraterrestrial influences. The magazine also engages with ufology, paranormal abilities, and ancient or folk knowledge (healing herbs, elemental spirits), suggesting a broad interest in the unexplained. The editorial stance appears open to investigating and reporting on these phenomena, encouraging reader participation and the sharing of information, while also expressing a degree of skepticism or a desire for empirical evidence, as seen in the appeals for photographs and demonstrations of abilities. There's an underlying theme of seeking knowledge and understanding in a world filled with mysteries, and a call for unity between earthly and potentially extraterrestrial forces to address global issues.