Priroda i Anomalnye Yavleniya - 1991 18

Magazine Overview

This issue of "Nature and Anomalous Phenomena" (№ 18 (25), 1991) delves into a range of unexplained events and theories, with a strong focus on historical mysteries and alleged advanced scientific experiments. The cover prominently features the headline "Mysterious Objects Over Tsarist Russia" and an illustration related to anomalous phenomena.

The Philadelphia Experiment: A Chapter from the Book "Bridge to the Unknown"

The issue begins with an excerpt from B.-L. Cathy's book, questioning the reality of the 1943 Philadelphia Experiment. It posits that if the US Navy truly achieved full invisibility and temporal displacement of a destroyer, it would signify a new world order controlled by a select group possessing secret knowledge. The article references Dr. Morris K. Jessup's 1955 book "The UFO Phenomenon," which discussed levitation and anti-gravity, and a subsequent letter from a 'Carlos Allende' claiming the Navy had successfully conducted an invisibility experiment.

This experiment, allegedly conducted on the destroyer DE-173, resulted in crew members experiencing psychological breakdowns due to intense magnetic fields. The ship reportedly vanished and reappeared miles away, near Norfolk, before returning to Philadelphia. The article highlights the investigation by Charles Berlitz and William Moore, who published "The Philadelphia Experiment - The Truth About the Invisibility Project." They suggest that Dr. Franklin Reno conducted experiments related to Einstein's unified field theory, which Allende claimed was fully developed by 1925-1927 but kept secret due to fears of misuse.

Dr. Jessup's research into the Philadelphia Experiment is mentioned, along with his tragic death in 1959, which some believe was a result of him knowing too much. The article quotes Jessup on the dangers of these experiments, particularly the use of magnetic resonance leading to temporary erasure of measurements and potential shifts to other dimensions.

The Nature of Dimensions and Magnetism

Dr. M. Jessup's colleague, Dr. M. Valentine, explains that the Philadelphia Experiment cannot be fully understood with conventional scientific terms. He suggests that matter exists in various forms and that the universe is interconnected. Magnetism is highlighted as a unique phenomenon without mechanical manifestations, yet it is theorized to be involved in materialization and dematerialization, often accompanying UFO phenomena. The article speculates that unusual magnetic conditions might arise from phase shifts in matter, involving the temporal factor.

Mysterious Objects Over Tsarist Russia (Conclusion)

This section continues the investigation into anomalous aerial phenomena observed in Tsarist Russia. Following a case in the Pishpek district, reports emerged in 1919 concerning an airplane landing near Verny. Lieutenant Colonel Grigory Fyodorovich Putintsev retired in 1917 due to illness and moved to his homeland. In 1914, rumors of strange phenomena spread to other districts of the Semirechye region.

On November 6, 1914, the district chief of Verny reported that villagers, including Vasily Ostapenko, saw an airplane flying from the river Chik to the Syugatin mountains, where it landed for about three hours before departing. The report was sent for urgent verification. The village elder, V. Ostapenko, described a black, shapeless object that seemed to split, revealing a light space between dark patches, and appeared to be moving.

Despite the rocky terrain, the peasants considered investigating but did not due to a lack of weapons. The ground was stony, and airplane tires would not have left clear tracks. The local precinct chief, after investigating, noted that the landing site was small and uneven, possibly too small for an airplane. He also added that the peasants' testimonies were inconsistent and that the sighting might have been a shadow or a dark horse in the fresh snow.

The article then shifts to a report from June 21, 1916, where Colonel Ivanov of the Przhevalsky district telegraphed that an airplane had flown over the village of Lyzogubovskoye, as reported by a local Kyrgyz man. On July 9, Ivanov confirmed the sighting, with a peasant woman, Sofia Monakhova, identifying it as an airplane she had seen in Astrakhan.

Contactees and the "Sirius" Group

The magazine features letters from individuals claiming to have contact with extraterrestrial beings. These accounts describe sensations of presence, trance states, abduction experiences, and communication with beings from other galaxies. One letter from Khabarovsk describes waking up with a sense of presence and falling into a trance, feeling lifted into absolute darkness, followed by fear and a lapse in consciousness.

Another letter from Yakovlevka details instructions from a being claiming to be from another galaxy, threatening the writer with enslavement if commands are not followed. A letter from Dneprodzerzhinsk mentions a "Sirius program" and conflicts between different cosmic groups. A letter from Komsomolsk describes receiving help with housing and finances, but also experiencing physical contact, scratches, and scars from these beings.

The "Sirius" Group's Perspective on Contact

I. Druzilny and A. Berezkina discuss the phenomenon of 'contactees' and the potential dangers of widespread belief in UFOs and extrasensory perception, warning of a possible psycho-physical epidemic. They emphasize the need for caution when publishing 'contactee' revelations, as many become patients in psychiatric hospitals.

I. Druzilny and A. Berezkina, members of the "Sirius" group, explain their approach to analyzing telepathic contact information. They aim to understand anomalous phenomena through physical laws, rejecting occult explanations. The group has 14 collaborators and receives help from contactees in other cities. They criticize ufologists who dismiss telepathic contact as mere 'split personality,' ignoring factual material. They believe extraterrestrial intelligence is conducting psychological 'processing' of humans, which could become widespread.

They describe three 'modes' of contact:

• Mode 1 (+), 'knowledge' or 'teacher-student': This is a positive mode where contactees, sensitives, and clairvoyants are often controlled by extraterrestrial forces. The loss of abilities can occur if the 'healer' behaves improperly towards others.
• Mode 2 (Neutral): This mode is characterized by a lack of strong emotional or psychological impact, with information exchange being one-sided from the 'operator' to the human.
• Mode 3 ('Psychological Game'): This is a negative and aggressive mode where the 'operator' actively manipulates the individual through simulated situations, often leading to absurd or dangerous actions. This mode is often accompanied by intense emotional 'swings' and vivid visual illusions.

The "Sirius" group argues against the idea of 'good' and 'evil' alien civilizations, suggesting a single controlling system is at work, possibly using robots or artificial intelligence embedded in the human brain. They believe this system is Earth-based and aims to control humanity.

Ritualistic Killings and Extraterrestrial Practices

Another section explores the dark side of anomalous phenomena, focusing on ritualistic killings. It draws parallels between these acts and alleged extraterrestrial practices of extracting bodily fluids from animals and humans. The article mentions that in ancient rituals, blood was used, and extraterrestrials are reported to extract almost all the blood from animals and humans, sometimes leaving them with intact skulls but no brain.

It is suggested that organs carry different 'information' and that various cultures have long known about the magical applications of specific organs. The article references V.I. Dal's work on ritualistic killings, noting that while he focused on the 'Jewish question,' similar practices exist globally. The extraction of skin samples by aliens during close encounters is also mentioned, highlighting the protective functions of skin and the ease with which it can be removed painlessly.

The article speculates that the removal of the brain without trepanation, through openings like eyes or ears, could explain cases where animals are found without brains but with intact skulls. It suggests that ritualistic killings, like alleged alien practices, involve removing parts of the body and that cannibalism of brains by primitive peoples is interpreted in this context.

New Year's Customs and Divination

This section touches upon New Year's and Christmas customs, including divination practices. It mentions traditional methods like interpreting dreams and using objects like playing cards or bridges made of twigs to divine the future husband. It also describes a practice involving a rooster and various food items or objects to predict the coming year's fortune.

Living Fossils: The Grilloblattids

The issue features an article on the 'living fossil' insect, the grilloblattid. These insects, discovered in 1914 in Western Canada, possess a unique combination of features from different insect orders, leading to their scientific name meaning 'cockroach-crickets.' They are described as having the head of an earwig, legs like a cockroach, an ovipositor like a grasshopper, and cerci like a stonefly. Lacking wings, they were initially mistaken for something other than an insect.

Their ancient lineage is traced back to the Carboniferous period, with a peak in the Permian era. Only 24 species are known today, surviving in isolated refuges. Their elusive nature and poorly understood biology make them a subject of fascination for entomologists.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently explores the intersection of science, the paranormal, and historical mysteries. There's a clear skepticism towards conventional explanations for anomalous phenomena, often leaning towards theories involving advanced physics, extraterrestrial intelligence, or ancient, hidden knowledge. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry into unexplained events, while also cautioning against sensationalism and psychological manipulation, particularly concerning 'contactees' and the potential dangers of occult practices. The recurring theme is the exploration of the unknown and the questioning of established scientific and societal paradigms.