Quest - Vol 2 No 4

Magazine Overview

Title: QUEST UFO Report
Issue: Volume 2, Number 4
Date: January-February 1971
Publisher: GALAXY PRESS, Kitchener, Ontario, Canada
Price: 50¢ single copy, $3.00 for 6 issues per year.

This issue of QUEST UFO Report, dated January-February 1971, presents a collection of articles exploring various unexplained phenomena, ranging from historical UFO sightings and alleged paranormal events to cryptozoological mysteries.

Contents

The magazine features a diverse range of topics, including:

• The 1896-97 "Airship" Flap: An in-depth look at a historical period of widespread sightings of unidentified airships across the United States.
• Five Men Die As Result Of Woman's Curse: A narrative detailing alleged consequences of a death curse placed by an executed woman.
• Crowd Panics As Statue Comes To Life: An account of a statue that reportedly came to life, causing panic.
• Biologists To Hunt Morag, Legendary 'Monster' Of Loch: An announcement of an expedition to investigate the existence of a sea monster in Loch Morar, Scotland.
• About That Beast: An exploration of mysterious tracks found in Western Australia, potentially belonging to an unknown creature.
• Ghost Shuts Down Box Works: A report on alleged paranormal activity disrupting a factory.
• Meanwhile, Back on the Himalayas: An article discussing tracks found in the Himalayas, possibly related to the Yeti.
• Americans Track Nessie on Sonar: A brief mention of American scientists using sonar to detect a possible anomaly related to the Loch Ness Monster.

Editorial Stance and Staff

The magazine is published bi-monthly by GALAXY PRESS. The editorial staff includes Kurt Glemser as Publisher, Hermann Glenser as Assistant Publisher, and Carl Nagel as Assistant Editor. A list of Editorial Assistants and regional editors from various countries and US states is provided. The publication emphasizes that the opinions expressed are those of the authors and not necessarily of QUEST-UFO REPORT. They also reserve the right to publish letters sent to them and to reprint material with proper credit.

Key Articles and Features

The 1896-97 "Airship" Flap

Authored by Lucius Farish, this article details a significant period of UFO sightings in the United States between November 1896 and May 1897. The author notes that while UFO researchers are aware of these reports, new information is only recently emerging. Farish, who has been researching this period for five years, suggests that the full scope of the flap is still unknown. He highlights that only five states (Texas, California, Michigan, Kansas, and Arkansas) have been partially researched, urging researchers and enthusiasts in the Midwest and other regions to contribute data. He also welcomes correspondence related to pre-1947 airship reports and Ufology in general.

Five Men Die As Result Of Woman's Curse

This article by Michael Hervey recounts several incidents linked to alleged curses. One story involves a "mischievous ghost" on an Australian farm that caused farm machinery to fly around. Another details the case of Ernestina Parraga Valdes in Peru, who claimed to have been called by God to walk during a religious procession despite being paralyzed. The article also focuses on Barbara Graham, an executed woman who allegedly placed a death curse on those who wanted her dead. The article lists several individuals who died under circumstances that were later attributed to her curse, including the prison warden, the judge who sentenced her, and others involved in her conviction.

Crowd Panics As Statue Comes To Life

Written by Barry Thomas, this piece explores unexplained phenomena that confound scientific explanations. It begins with the mystery of hoses inexplicably burrowing into the ground in various locations across the USA, including Kalamazoo, USA, and Norwalk, Connecticut. The article then shifts to a reported miracle in Soriano, Italy, where a wooden statue of St. Dominic allegedly came to life on September 14, 1870, moving its lips and raising its arm, causing panic among onlookers.

Biologists To Hunt Morag, Legendary 'Monster' Of Loch

This news item, sourced from the Arkansas Gazette, reports on an expedition by aquatic biologists to Loch Morar in Scotland to search for 'Morag', a legendary sea monster. The loch, Britain's deepest, has had reported sightings of the creature since 1895. The article mentions that scientific interest was particularly stirred in August when two fishermen reported seeing a black-brown hump in the water. Elizabeth Campbell, an aquatic biologist on the expedition, described the hump as about 18 inches above water-level. One fisherman, Duncan McDonnell, described the creature's skin as "like that of an eel, only rougher in texture," but suggested it might be an "overgrown eel" rather than a monster.

About That Beast

By Graham Pizzey, this article from the Melbourne Herald discusses mysterious tracks found near Lake Wells in Western Australia, potentially belonging to an "abominable snowman" equivalent. Mr. Peter Muir, a dog hunter, described the tracks as being made by a creature with a soft pad and two elongated toes, each tipped with a claw. The article considers three possibilities: an aboriginal legend of a man-like beast called Tjangara, a mineral snoop using plastic boots, or simply an ostrich. It notes that ostriches, while not typically found in Western Australia, could have migrated from South Australia, where they were brought for feather farming in the 1880s.

Spinifex Stumps Scholars

This report from The Melbourne Sun details how experts at the West Australian Museum were baffled by photographs of footprints attributed to the "abominable spinifex man." The mystery footprints were found by Mr. Peter Muir, and local aboriginals identified them as belonging to a man-like beast. The article also briefly touches on the history of ostrich farming in South Australia and the escape of birds into the wild.

Ghost Shuts Down Box Works

By Adella Lithman, this article from the Rocky Mountain News describes a series of unexplained events at the Flair Cartons factory in South London. Doors opening and closing, lights turning on and off, and machinery starting inexplicably led the boss, Barry Ray, to believe the factory was haunted. An 18-year-old assistant, Pat Bailey, reported seeing a mass of "jelly" floating on the stairs, which he claimed moaned. This incident prompted the staff to leave early.

Meanwhile Back on the Himalayas

This piece from The Herald, Melbourne, discusses tracks found by climbers on Mount Annapurna in Nepal, possibly belonging to the Yeti. Don Willians, a climber, reported seeing a dark, ape-like creature bounding along a ridge where the tracks were found. The area is known to Nepalese as "The Place of the Great Ape."

Americans Track Nessie on Sonar

A brief report from the Kitchener-Waterloo Record states that a team of American scientists, headed by Robert Rines, president of the Academy of Applied Science, used sonar equipment to track something "many times larger than the biggest" anomaly in Loch Ness, Scotland, potentially related to the Loch Ness Monster.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue of QUEST UFO Report revolve around the unexplained, the mysterious, and the paranormal. The magazine actively seeks out and reports on phenomena that challenge conventional scientific explanations, including UFO sightings, alleged supernatural events (ghosts, curses, miracles), and encounters with cryptids (sea monsters, Yeti, unknown beasts). The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry into these subjects, encouraging readers to share information and consider possibilities beyond mainstream understanding. The publication emphasizes that the opinions presented are those of the authors, fostering a platform for diverse perspectives within the field of unexplained phenomena.

Title: QUEST-UFO REPORT
Issue: JAN.-FEB., 1971
Date: January-February, 1971
Publisher: National Amateur Astronomers, Inc. (for 'Science and the UFO' book review)
Country: USA / Canada (multiple locations mentioned)
Language: English

This issue of QUEST-UFO REPORT delves into various aspects of the UFO phenomenon, paranormal events, and related scientific and historical inquiries. It features reports on the Loch Ness Monster, UFO sightings, book reviews, and a detailed examination of the Bermuda Triangle and radioactive fallout.

Loch Ness Monster Investigations

The report highlights ongoing efforts to investigate the Loch Ness Monster. Norman Collins, chairman of the Loch Ness Phenomenon Investigation Bureau, describes the sonar readings from annual investigations in Scotland as "enormously encouraging." However, a recent attempt by Rines' team to lure the monster with a bait of "sex essences taken from sea-creatures" failed, producing "not a ripple." The scientific team was prepared with another device to get Nessie "hopping out of the water." Additionally, a second American team, led by Amazon explorer Jack Ullrich, aims to film the monster in the murky depths using an infra-red camera capable of capturing images in total darkness. Ullrich is so convinced of Nessie's existence that he has taken out a $12,000 insurance policy against being attacked and injured by the creature and has placed a bet that his team will "capture" it on film. The sex-essence venture is sponsored by a perfume company, and the infra-red camera team by a whiskey firm.

UFO Sighting: Scorched Trees

A report from Kitchener, Canada, details an incident involving Mr. and Mrs. Peter Dundys. Initially skeptical of UFOs, their thinking changed after Mrs. Dundys observed a bright orange fireball in the bush near their farm. Initially thinking the bush was on fire, she then noticed the glow change position and appear as a string of Christmas tree lights. The lights blinked out and reappeared, moving backward before disappearing. Later, Mrs. Dundys and a neighbor investigated and found trees scorched from ground level to a height of about 10 feet, with no marks on the ground. Mrs. Dundys stated, "I am almost convinced... that whatever it was it came from outer space."

Book Reviews

Several book reviews are featured, offering insights into UFO literature:

"Science and the UFO"

This book is described as the complete transcript of an in-depth discussion of UFO phenomena by six eminent scientists: Dr. David R. Saunders (Psychology, University of Colorado), Dr. Frank B. Salisbury (Plant Science, Utah State University), Dr. James E. McDonald (Physics, University of Arizona), Dr. J. Allen Hynek (Astronomy, Northwestern University), Dr. R. Leo Sprinkle (Psychology, University of Wyoming), and Dr. James Harder (Civil Engineering, University of California, Berkeley). The book presents scientific methods of UFO investigation, some not used by UFO researchers, and discusses a method for solving the UFO problem by classifying material as objective data, subjective data, pseudo-data, or noise. Dr. Saunders suggests that some individuals might fabricate UFO reports to confuse investigations, possibly even being "an alien intelligence." The book addresses questions about a conspiracy to hide facts about flying saucers and is recommended as a valuable aid for UFO researchers.

"UFOs Over the Southern Hemisphere"

Authored by Michael Hervey, this book is noted for its approach to UFOs, quoting individuals not previously cited and presenting new quotes from experts in its first chapter, "Case for the UFOs." It also includes previously unpublished cases, such as one from September 29, 1958, involving lights seen under Mare Serenitatis. The second chapter, "The First Flying Saucers," traces the history of flying saucers. The remainder of the book focuses exclusively on Australian sightings, with each Australian state having two chapters devoted to it. The book is described as having excellent research material.

"OUTERMOST"

This publication is described as a new approach to UFOs, featuring new theories and experiences from respected individuals in the field, including Armand Laprade, Richard Shaver, Kenneth Larson, Otto Binder, John Dean, Rey d'Aquila, Hans Lauritsen, and Joan Howard. It includes an exclusive, condensed chapter from Gray Barker's book, "The Silver Bridge," a worldwide directory of UFO clubs and publications, a 1969 listing of UFO articles from national magazines, and artwork by the editor of Saucers, Space & Science. The book is available for $1.50 per copy.

"VISITORS FROM LANULOS"

Related by Woodrow W. Derenberger and authored by Harold W. Hubbard, this book reportedly tells the life of the people of the planet Lamulos, their history, and revelations. Lamulos is said to be located behind the moon and was known to NASA. The hardbound edition was to be released around April 1971 and priced at $3.75 per copy.

"UFO COMMENTARY"

This is a quarterly journal of progressive Ufology with a "fortifically oriented" approach to the UFO enigma, featuring articles and notes of particular interest. The subscription is $2.00 per year, with a 50¢ sample copy available.

"AUSTRALIAN FLYING SAUCER RESEARCH SOCIETY" magazine

This magazine, published quarterly, provides the latest information on the UFO scene in Australia and New Zealand, along with reports from around the globe. It is available for exchange or subscription at $2.20 (Canada). A tape and recordings service is also offered.

"SAUCERS, SPACE & SCIENCE"

Now in its 14th year of publication, this journal features photographs, illustrations, special features, and is printed entirely by offset. It is issued quarterly at $2.50 per year or 75¢ per copy.

The Bermuda Triangle

Authored by Kurt Glenser, this article examines the Bermuda Triangle, an area of approximately 5000 square miles situated between Florida, Bermuda, and Puerto Rico, known for the highest number of disappearances in the world. The article lists several incidents:

• November 1840: The French ship "Rosalie" was found abandoned.
• 1880: The British ship "Atlanta" vanished with 250 aboard.
• March 4, 1918: The American fuel ship Cyclops disappeared en route to Virginia from Barbados.
• January 29, 1948: A BSAA four-engine airliner, the Star Tiger, carrying 25 passengers and six crew members, vanished en route to Bermuda from London.
• December 28, 1948: A DC airliner carrying 33 passengers vanished within 50 miles of Florida.
• December 1949: Five planes, carrying a total of 108 persons, vanished.
• February 2, 1953: A New York aircraft with 39 aboard en route to Jamaica vanished.
• September 1955: A New York yacht was found abandoned several hundred miles from Bermuda.
• November 9, 1956: A US Navy plane vanished near Bermuda, with six other military planes also vanishing in the same area within one month.
• January 8, 1962: A jet-engined tanker carrying eight persons disappeared.
• July 8, 1968: Six persons were reported missing on board two airplanes between southern Florida and the Bahamas.

The article also mentions a Reuter press release stating the triangle may have claimed another six victims in November 1970, involving a light plane and a cabin cruiser named Jillie Ban. A search of 30,000 square miles was ongoing, but the writer doubted any trace would be found.

The Dangers of Radioactive Fallout

Edited by Kurt Glemser, this section discusses the dangers of radioactive fallout. It explains that when atomic or hydrogen bombs are detonated, radioactive debris is sucked into the fireball and carried into the upper atmosphere, eventually falling to Earth thousands of miles away. The article presents several startling facts:

• The main part of poisonous materials from atomic tests in the 1950s was falling in the 1970s.
• People are dying at a faster rate than in pre-atomic days.
• Symptoms of radioactive poisoning are identical to those of diseases devised in the 1950s, such as Asian flu.
• Since the advent of the bomb, there has been a four-fold increase in miscarriages.
• Old age is described as tissue degeneration due to atomic radiation.
• The March 1, 1954, Bikini H-bomb caused radioactive burns to 236 Pacific natives, 28 Americans, and 23 Japanese, leading to the destruction of over 100 tons of tuna.
• Radiation affects genes, leading to mutations and defects in the next generation.
• In 1961, some localities had radiation levels as high as 2850 times normal.
• In January 1958, there was a 33% increase of strontium-90 in humans.
• There are enough stockpiled atomic and nuclear warheads to kill every person on Earth with the equivalent of several tons of TNT per person.
• In 1953, 700 infants in the St. George, Utah, area received thyroid gland radiation doses 136 to 500 times higher than permissible levels.
• By March 1957, there had already been 10,000 American fallout victims.

The book is available for $1.00 (regularly $2.00).

Letters to the Editor

Ken Steinmetz

Ken Steinmetz compliments the publication, calling it a "work of dedication" and a "monumental task." He found the extensive publication "most interesting" and the "wide range of thinking was indeed profound."

John Mullet

John Mullet congratulates Kurt Glemser on his new book, "MEN IN BLACK - STARTLING NEW EVIDENCE," calling it "very well done" and communicating the initial situation clearly. Mullet expresses that it was an honor to have taken part in the writing and publication of the book.

Richard Shaver

Richard Shaver shares his thoughts on the movie "Easy Rider," noting that the scene where the lawyer discusses flying saucers and occupants mingling among humans seemed to come directly from a "contactee book." He speculates that the scriptwriters may have included this scene not to ridicule the idea, but to expose it to the "vast uninformed public," suggesting it reflects an "underground" belief common among some Americans that extraterrestrials have infiltrated governments.

Ramona Clark

Ramona Clark expresses her liking for Sasquatch stories and mentions that old Canadian newspapers contain many such accounts. She also touches upon Mothman, suggesting it might be an ancient pre-deluge device, a cross between a glider and a parachute, that collapses on landing and resembles a moth in flight. She believes these creatures are seen at night because "underworld characters" use them to get things they need.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are UFOs, unexplained phenomena, and the search for truth in these areas. The publication appears to have an editorial stance that is open to investigating and reporting on these subjects, providing a platform for various perspectives, including scientific inquiry, eyewitness accounts, and book reviews. There is a clear dedication to bringing "FACTS to light - regardless as to what the situation may seem to be," as stated by Ramona Clark, reflecting a commitment to exploring controversial topics with a focus on information and research.