Saucer Smear - Vol 42 No 03 - 1995

Magazine Overview

Title: SAUCER SMEAR
Issue: Volume 42, No. 3
Date: March 20th, 1995
Publisher: SAUCER & UNEXPLAINED CELESTIAL EVENTS RESEARCH SOCIETY

This issue of "Saucer Smear," the official publication of the SAUCER & UNEXPLAINED CELESTIAL EVENTS RESEARCH SOCIETY, is dated March 20th, 1995. The editor and supreme commander is James W. Moseley, J.S. The newsletter is non-scheduled and its mailing address is P. O. Box 1709, Key West, FL 33041.

Miscellaneous Ravings

The "Miscellaneous Ravings" section addresses several topics of interest to the UFO community. It begins by discussing an article in "Milwaukee Magazine" that was critical of Don Schmitt, Chief Investigator for CUFOS and co-author with Kevin Randle on books about the Roswell Incident. The article, written by Gillian Sender, questioned Schmitt's claimed educational qualifications and his portrayal of his books as bestsellers, suggesting his pursuit of the Roswell investigation bordered on obsession. Even Schmitt's girlfriend is quoted as saying "99.8% of our lives are devoted to Roswell." Stanton Friedman and MUFON Czar Walt Andrus are also quoted, with Andrus suggesting that the word 'truth' in their book title was to compensate for errors in a previous work.

Kevin Randle's next Roswell book is mentioned as being published soon, with Don Schmitt not listed as a co-author, a detail the editor finds potentially significant. The editor notes he expects to meet Beckley at the Pike's Peak New Age & UFO Expo.

The newsletter then shifts to a "sizzling feud" between Erik Beckjord and associates, and Harley Byrd, an Inner Earth advocate. Beckjord is credited with disrupting Byrd's New Age convention in North Hollywood. Byrd claims the hotel manager received distorted calls from individuals identifying as Feds, while Beckjord believes his instigation led to threat letters being sent to the hotel.

Beckjord's actions are framed as an attempt to "purify the UFO field." The editor questions whether Byrd was ever truly involved in the field and whether Beckjord himself is credible. A quote from Beckjord is included, referencing "The National Inquirer" and images from Nicole Simpson's condo that he believes show the faces of O.J. Simpson and "AC" on a palm tree, suggesting a message from "resident spirits."

UFO is a Bucket of Shit

A section titled "UFO is a bucket of shit" presents a highly critical view of the UFO phenomenon and its followers, using derogatory terms and listing various individuals and organizations as being part of this negative assessment. It also references a report from the U.S. Air Force that, when translated, means "UFO is a bucket of shit."

Letters to the Editor

Several letters are featured:

• Robert Anton Wilson comments on a previous letter by Charles Broerman, discussing the similarity between the typical UFOnaut in abduction stories and Aleister Crowley's drawing of LAM. He notes that Enochian entities should not be invoked by amateurs. Wilson also shares his personal experiences with hypnosis and "magical islands," suggesting that the 'world' where Magick works is accessible to everyone.
• Stanton Friedman writes about Gerald Anderson being "viciously vilified" for a phone conversation concerning a 1947 crashed saucer. Friedman asserts that Anderson knew too much verifiable information. He announces his 1995 MUFON paper will be titled "Deceit in Ufology."
• Bill Howard, editor of The New Herald, offers a cynical view of the Roswell "incident," stating it has replaced the "boring references to the frustrated/neglected women" who claim abduction experiences. He notes that the focus is shifting to Bishop Greenfield's writings.
• Kevin Randle discusses Project Mogul and its elimination as an explanation for the Roswell debris. He addresses the discrepancy in witness accounts regarding the number of alien bodies, attributing it to differing perspectives rather than lying. He also mentions a "touching scene" where authors clutch each other's books, implying a dismissive attitude.
• Christopher Allan comments on the "Roswell in Perspective" book and the discrepancies in witness accounts of alien bodies. He finds the claim of a live ET interesting and connects it to Gerald Anderson's testimony. He also mentions recent TV documentaries on Roswell in England that omitted key researchers but included FUFOR representatives.
• Rob MacGregor addresses the issue of counting alien bodies at Roswell, suggesting that Klass and others have issues with numbers. He notes that witnesses may remember different numbers due to their perspective.
• Christa Tilton responds to Harley Byrd's "rantings," explaining that a "Madonna Card" sent to him was a joke. She describes receiving "perverted mail" from Byrd in response.
• Harley Byrd writes, refuting Beckjord's "death threats" and calling them absurd. He states his group has received harassment and claims they do not make death threats but will deal with those who try to undermine their character.
• Hal Starr, formerly MUFON czar for Arizona, comments on the weather in Key West and suggests it reflects a "low in non-subscribers' character assassinations."
• Tom Benson, former MUFON czar for New Jersey, reviews Patrick Harpur's book "Daimonic Reality," discussing the multi-dimensional universe theory and the historical perception of the daimonic reality. He predicts the book, along with Richard Thompson's "Alien Identities," will be insightful UFO books of the decade.
• Alexander ("Lex") Mebane questions whether there has ever been a genuine UFO crash, suggesting that UFO research is a "fruitless pursuit" except for the "weird events" it produces.
• Richard Freeman, editor of "Batteries Not Included," expresses the conviction that investigating UFOs is impossible as there are no UFOs to investigate, comparing it to finding a badge in a box of crackerjack.
• Monty Cantsin offers a philosophical closing, describing "Smear" as a hobby for torturing ufologists and CIA agents. He reiterates the description of alien bodies from the Roswell crash site, including mutilated bodies and a live ET described as a "barking Venusian dog."

Tidbits of Trash

This section includes various brief news items:

• Stanton Friedman reportedly asked Len Stringfield's family for his files before his death.
• The editor plans a trip through New Mexico in May, visiting figures like Karl Pflock and Charles Moore.
• A demonstration by "Operation Right to Know" is scheduled for March 29th in front of the GAO in Washington, D.C., concerning the Roswell mystery.
• A convention called "TREAT VII" is scheduled for April 27th-30th in San Rafael, California, focusing on "Consciousness at the Edge."
• Colin Andrews has cancelled a crop circle convention due to an article suggesting 1994 formations were hoaxes.
• A correction is made regarding the date of Bob Girard's Arcturus Books catalogue.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue of "Saucer Smear" revolve around internal disputes and criticisms within the UFO community, particularly concerning the Roswell incident. There's a strong emphasis on questioning the credibility of researchers, the validity of claims, and the objectivity of investigations. The editor, James W. Moseley, appears to adopt a critical and sometimes cynical stance, highlighting controversies and feuds. The issue also touches upon the nature of reality, consciousness, and the philosophical implications of UFO phenomena, often through the lens of personal letters and opinions from various figures in the field.