Saucer Smear - Vol 40 No 04 - 1993

Magazine Overview

Title: SAUCER SMEAR
Issue: Volume 40, No. 4
Date: May 15th, 1993
Publisher: SAUCER SMEAR
Type: NON-SCHEDULED NEWSLETTER

This issue of "Saucer Smear" is dedicated to the highest principles of ufological journalism. The cover features a quote from Jerome Clark calling "Smear" the funniest and most read UFO bulletin. The main headline announces "SEX & SAUCERS AT PAT MARCATTILIO'S FOURTH ANNUAL UFO & ABDUCTION CONFERENCE."

Pat Marcattilio's Fourth Annual UFO & Abduction Conference

The editor, James W. Moseley, reports on attending a convention in Bordentown, New Jersey, hosted by Pat Marcattilio. The highlight was a presentation by David Huggins, a commercial artist who displayed color slides of his paintings depicting his experiences with alien beings. These paintings included images of alien women and hybrid babies conceived by Huggins, who was also depicted holding one of the babies. The artwork also featured "insect beings" that apparently observed Huggins' sexual encounters with the alien women. Huggins does not know the exact number of hybrid babies or alien women he has been involved with. The article notes that Huggins has only shown these slides a few times before, and they have been criticized by Dr. Rima Laibow as "unchecked (possible) fantasy material."

Other speakers at the convention included Dr. Valadimar Avinsky from Russia, who presented a UFO video from his country, which the editor found questionable due to a wax dummy resembling one from a previous book. Richard Price presented slides related to an alien implant he claimed to have in his penis. Captain Kevin Randle and Thomas Carey spoke on the Roswell Case, Rosemary Guiley discussed crop circles and the paranormal, Howard Menger recounted his 1950s UFO contacts, and Dr. Frank Stranges described his adventures with Val Thor. Abductee Richard Butler offered a Biblical interpretation of abductions.

A significant announcement is the upcoming 30th Anniversary of the National UFO Conference (NUFOC) in Bordentown, NJ, from October 15th-17th, with Pat Marcattilio as the local chairman. Additionally, a UFO Festival was scheduled for May 15th at the Village Gate in New York City.

TREAT Conference Report

A report from an informant named "Scarecrow" details the TREAT V conference in Santa Fe, New Mexico. The conference featured a mix of paranormal presentations. Notable speakers included Stephen A. Schwatz, Dr. Robert Wood, and Dr. Melvin Morse. Dr. Hijiml Nakagawa's presentation included a video of an exorcism and demonstrations of Ki energy application. Dr. Rima Laibow confessed to a history of childhood abuse and her recovery through techniques applied by Major General (Ret.) Albert N. Stubblebine III. Kendrick Frazier of CSICOP was questioned about CSICOP's past mistakes, largely deflecting by blaming Philip Klass.

Tidbits of Trash

This section covers various news items and opinions:

• Travis Walton Abduction Movie: The movie "Fire in the Sky" based on Travis Walton's abduction received poor reviews, particularly for altering the abduction sequence from Walton's account. Phil Klass had previously pointed out weaknesses in Walton's story.
• Uri Geller Lawsuits: Uri Geller was ordered to pay over $100,000 to CSICOP for improperly including them in a lawsuit against James Randi. Dr. Eldon Byrd's lawsuit against Randi was also pending.
• MUFON Leadership: Donald Ware was asked to resign as Eastern Regional Director of MUFON by International Director Walt Andrus, but Ware refused. The issue criticizes Walt Andrus's biased support for the Linda Napolitano case, contrasting it with his stance on the Ed Walters/Gulf Breeze UFO case, and predicts this will divide MUFON.
• Noreen Renier Psychic: A psychic named Noreen Renier was involved in solving a 1988 murder in Key West, Florida. Renier had previously won a libel suit against skeptic John Merrell.
• Budd Hopkins: The issue expresses regret over the news that abduction expert Budd Hopkins has cancer.
• Rich Butler: The editor won $250 in Atlantic City by following specific instructions from alleged psychic Rich Butler.
• Jacques Vallee Film: A motion picture based on Jacques Vallee's "Messengers of Deception" and other books is in development, with Tracy Torme as screenwriter.
• Uri Geller's Predictions: Uri Geller made negative predictions for the British royal family in 1993, including Queen Elizabeth II's abdication.
• Bill Knell and Bill Cooper: A rumor that UFO lecturer Bill Cooper was killed was refuted; Cooper was scheduled to lecture in Los Angeles.
• St. Johns River MUFON Newsletter: Former publishers Terrell & Frances Ecker were demoted within MUFON for "Doctrinal Error" and now publish a new zine, "The Ufologist."
• Cattle Mutilations: The phenomenon has moved to Alabama, with 32 cases reported since October, often involving unmarked helicopters.
• Fund for UFO Research: "Saucer Smear" Headquarters received a free coffee mug from the Fund for UFO Research, featuring a facsimile of an article about the Roswell incident.

Letters to the Editor

• John Barlow writes that he reads and collects "Saucer Smear," finding it an alternative to masturbation, though he admits not always understanding it.
• Bill Moore questions the claim by "Dr." Armen Victorian (Henry Azadehdel) regarding the non-existence of an Executive Order 092447, stating he raised this point earlier.
• Stanton Friedman congratulates "Saucer Smear" on 40 years of publication and provides his response to Armen Victorian's article on the Truman-Forrestal memo and the MJ-12 documents.
• Christopher Allan responds to Bill Moore's criticisms, stating he has addressed Moore's points and raised more. He notes Moore's skepticism about the Roswell device being extraterrestrial.
• Tom McIver asks if "Saucer Smear" will review CSICOP's new promotional video, which features Al Seckel.

Further Criticisms and Announcements

• Tom McIver also reports on Phil Klass's claims about an audit clearing CSICOPER Seckel of financial allegations, noting Klass's refusal to provide evidence and Seckel's Southern California Skeptics (SCS) having its non-profit status revoked.
• Curtis Peebles announces his UFO history book, "Watch the Skies!", will be published by the Smithsonian Institution Press.
• Christa Tilton, an abductee, expresses outrage at Dr. Richard Neal's offer of a $500 payoff for proof of abducted women becoming pregnant and losing fetuses. She suggests doctors should offer counseling and therapy instead of demanding proof, sharing her own experience of a pregnancy following a missing time abduction.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

This issue of "Saucer Smear" maintains its critical and often skeptical stance towards mainstream UFO research and organizations, while also providing a platform for diverse voices within the field. The publication highlights controversies, personal accounts, and ongoing debates, particularly concerning abductions, alleged government cover-ups (MJ-12), and the credibility of researchers and skeptics. The editor, James W. Moseley, actively participates in reporting and commenting on events, often injecting his personal opinions and experiences. There is a clear emphasis on investigative journalism and a willingness to challenge established narratives, even within the UFO community itself. The publication also serves as a bulletin board for upcoming events and news from various UFO-related groups and individuals.