Quest - Vol 3 No 4

Magazine Overview

Title: QUEST
Issue: VOL. THREE, NO. FOUR (WHOLE NO. 17)
Date: MARCH-APRIL, 1972
Price: 50¢

This issue of QUEST magazine, published by Södertälje UFO-Center, delves into a wide range of unexplained phenomena, historical mysteries, and alleged paranormal events. The cover features a striking image of flying objects over a landscape and a bold headline: "NEW IMPORTANT". The magazine presents articles on UFOs, mysterious disappearances, psychic phenomena, and historical accounts of strange occurrences.

Articles and Features

"SOMETHING WICKED THIS WAY COMES!" by Dennis Stamey

This article posits that an outside agency is manipulating human affairs and thoughts. It recounts historical events interpreted as 'occult mischief' designed to inspire fear and confusion, including sightings of strange objects in the sky over the Roman Empire (216 B.C.), a stone stopping in mid-air near Rome (75 B.C.), a mysterious apparition over Antioch (394 A.D.), and celestial phenomena in Europe (941 A.D.) and England/France (1360).

The article also details the mystery of Lake Fundudsi in South Africa, a place avoided by locals due to associations with an evil python-god and human sacrifice. It recounts the disappearance of Jacobus von Blerk and Hendrik, and a later investigation by Professor Harry Burnside where water and flora samples vanished overnight.

Further accounts include a blood-curdling scream at the British Museum in 1934 linked to a mummy, the ill-fated journey of a mummy purchased in Cairo that led to ruin and death for its owners, and the loss of an Egyptologist and his mummy on the Titanic in 1912.

Strange apparitions on the Scottish Moors, a snake-like creature at Lake Tasek Bera in Malaya, and lake monsters in various locations in North America are also mentioned. The author notes the difficulty in finding information on these cases, suggesting that time erodes memory.

Brown Mountain Lights and Other Phenomena

The article discusses the lights observed above Brown Mountain in North Carolina, noted by Native Americans and settlers since the 18th century. The author distinguishes between small, star-like flashing objects and rarer 'balls of fire'. Charles Fort's accounts of these lights chasing settlers are referenced. The phenomenon is described as potentially vanishing and reappearing, suggesting a cyclical nature.

Angelo Capparella III's research into Lael, a contactee who claimed encounters with alien intelligence and a voyage to Venus, is presented. Lael's story includes a stranger visiting his Rock Shop Museum and mysterious disappearances from the area.

Mike Liccar reports on mysterious 'voices' in caverns, and Dr. Raymond Bernard's encounter with a tunnel and a tall, robed man in Matto Grosso is mentioned.

"Hoodoo Seas" and Curses

The concept of 'cursed' areas where ships and planes vanish without a trace, such as the Bermuda Triangle, is explored. Recent evidence suggests a square linking the Virgin Islands, Cuba, North Carolina, and Bermuda. Other 'hoodoo seas' include the Persian Gulf and coasts of South America and Africa. Historical disappearances like the French vessel 'Boussle' and the Australian Prime Minister are cited.

The article discusses 'curses' on objects, such as the ship 'The Great Eastern', which experienced multiple deaths and financial ruin during its construction and early voyages. A 'curse' on an automobile that Archduke Franz Ferdinand rode in is also mentioned, which was destroyed by bombing during WWII.

A house in Moscow, formerly belonging to Laurentyi Beria, is described as haunted, with reports of groans, laughter, and a shadowy figure.

"GLIMPSES OF THE FUTURE" by Michael Hervey

This section explores precognition and the ability to see into the future. The sinking of the vessel "Waratah" in 1909 is recounted, where passenger Mr. Claude Sawyer had recurring dreams of the Angel of Death and disembarked before the ship vanished with all hands.

Another anecdote details a dream of Mrs. Rogers in Ireland, which accurately predicted a murder. The article also mentions dreams that have helped identify horse race winners, but also tragic outcomes, like the dream of Mr. and Mrs. Duncan predicting their son's fatal accident in a horse race.

Seaman Porter's dream of a little girl claiming to be his daughter, followed by his ship being torpedoed and his lifeboat deliberately sunk, is recounted. He later learned his wife had given birth to a daughter in his absence.

"BUNNY HUTCH NOT 'EROTIC PARADISE'" by Michael Hervey

This article features an interview with Cheryl Lee, the Playboy Bunny of the Year. She describes her life in the Chicago Playboy Club's 'bunny hutch', which she characterizes as more like a dormitory than a den of iniquity. She details the facilities available to the 24 bunnies living there, including a bar, pool, screening room, and 24-hour food service, all managed by Hugh Hefner, the publisher of Playboy magazine and owner of the mansion.

Cheryl explains her duties as a bunny, which included working the door, selling items in the gift shop, and welcoming guests. She notes that living in the mansion is optional but has a waiting list and a $50 monthly rent.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue of QUEST are the unexplained, the mysterious, and the paranormal. The magazine presents a wide array of phenomena, including UFO sightings, historical anomalies, psychic experiences, and mysterious disappearances, often linking them to a broader pattern of unexplained forces at work in the world. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry into these subjects, presenting evidence and accounts without necessarily offering definitive explanations, but rather encouraging readers to consider the possibilities beyond conventional understanding. There is a consistent focus on the idea that conventional explanations are insufficient to account for many observed events, hinting at hidden influences or agencies.

This issue of Galaxy Press magazine, dated September 1970, features a provocative cover headline, "Best Boudoir Athletes Have It Under the Dome, Eh, Girls?", accompanied by a cartoon illustration. The magazine is published by Galaxy Press and printed in Canada.

Best Boudoir Athletes Have It Under the Dome, Eh, Girls?

This article, written by Ellen Fleysher, reports on a survey featured in the September issue of New Woman magazine. The survey reveals that women are increasingly valuing intelligence and personality over physical appearance in men. A resounding 75% of women polled declared they would be far more interested in sex with a man if he learned to respect brains before bodies, indicating they are tired of being seen as mere sex objects. Furthermore, 84% of women rejected the possibility of a solid relationship with a good-looking but dense guy, emphasizing that what goes on inside a man's head is as important as his physical appearance. The article also notes that 73% of women reported being turned off by excessive male vanity.

When asked about qualities important in a man, emotional warmth led the list with 40% of the vote, followed by personality and intelligence tied at 20%. Wealth, social status, and sexual technique ranked poorly. The survey respondents were predominantly heterosexual females between the ages of 21 and 34. Interestingly, 58% of women stated that a baldheaded man could turn them on, and 94% dismissed the idea that a super beach-boy-muscle-man type would send their pulse rates soaring. The article also touches on other survey findings, such as 55% of respondents not insisting on sex relations in the dark, and 70% enjoying undressing a man.

Playboy Club Employee Experiences

An anecdotal section features Cheryl, a Playboy Club employee, discussing her experiences. She mentions earning a raise every six months, up to four six-month periods, and that bunnies serving customers receive 15% of what they sell plus 50 cents an hour. Cheryl describes the work as not demanding mentally, with 8-hour shifts from 7:30 p.m. to 4 a.m. The main challenge is dealing with customers, who can become obnoxious, though she notes that the room director is always present. She states that customers may look but not touch. Surprisingly, Cheryl finds women to be more troublesome, with some fondling her bunny tail or touching her costume. She recounts a particularly difficult experience at the Playboy Club in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin, with busloads of older women.

Flying Saucers Over Asia

Authored by R.E. Dickhoff, this article details a massive flying saucer scare that erupted in central Siberia, north of Olekminsk, in early 1970. Strange aerial objects reportedly flew in formation on nightly missions, and saucer landings were reported. There were also claims of saucers taking animals and humans, leading to an entire village being abandoned with missing inhabitants. A Soviet bomber vanished in the area without a trace, and search planes reported gigantic space crafts hovering out of reach. Formations of these crafts were seen flying over Krasnoyarsk, and smaller saucers were observed south of the Mongolian border. Soviet reconnaissance planes photographed the terrain, and their communication with Soviet fighters was cut off.

On April 29, 1970, a Soviet armada of bombers reportedly targeted a point near a desert region, bombing it for hours. The press made no mention of the reconnaissance or the subsequent bombardment. Reliable sources indicated that a secret UFO base had been systematically obliterated. This base was described as a complex of pyramid-like structures, along with miles of underground tunnels, which had been the object of 'visitors' from space. The article concludes by stating that pyramids have always been a puzzling enigma and that creatures have used Earth and its people in their own way, implying humanity has company and always will.

Other Content

Page 2 includes a photograph of several glass bottles, with a sign that reads "DEPOS SODA". Below the image is a message encouraging readers to "Stop purchasing non-returnable bottles. Take back reusable ones." The bottom of page 2 also contains contact information for GALAXY PRESS, located at 489 Krug St., Kitchener, Ontario, Canada, and indicates the content is "PRINTED MATTER."

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine appears to cover a range of topics, from social surveys on relationships and gender dynamics to more sensational subjects like UFO sightings and potential extraterrestrial contact. The editorial stance seems to be one of reporting on contemporary trends and unexplained phenomena, often with a slightly sensational or provocative tone, as suggested by the cover headline and the detailed account of the Siberian UFO incident. There's an underlying theme of questioning societal norms and exploring the unknown, whether in human relationships or in the cosmos.