Saucer Smear - Vol 45 No 06 - 1998

Magazine Overview

Title: SAUCER SMEAR
Issue: Volume 45, No. 6
Date: July 10th, 1998
Publisher: OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF THE SAUCER & UNEXPLAINED CELESTIAL EVENTS RESEARCH SOCIETY

This issue of Saucer Smear, edited by James W. Moseley, covers a range of topics within the ufology and unexplained phenomena field. It includes announcements for upcoming conferences, reviews of books and articles, personal anecdotes, and discussions on various mysteries.

1998 National UFO Conference

The magazine announces the location and dates for the 35th annual National UFO Conference (NUFOC): November 7th-8th at the Days Inn in Bordentown, N.J. This event will be hosted by Pat Marcattilio. Scheduled speakers include Karl Pflock, who will discuss his re-examination of the 1952 Sonny Desvergers contact case, as well as Antonio Huneeus, Tom Benson, David Huggins, and Dr. Richard Sauder. The editor, James W. Moseley, will also be present as Permanent Chairman.

"The Dubious Detective"

This section recounts a trip to Switzerland by Phoenix radio personality Erskine, accompanied by skeptical ufologist Kal K. Korff and a friend named Dorothy. They interviewed Billy Meier's ex-wife Popi, who reiterated that Billy Meier's UFO photographs are fakes. The narrative highlights Korff's methods, which included bringing fake Mossad and Interpol badges and wearing a bulletproof vest, to interview people associated with Meier.

Sex and Saucers

A brief mention is made of a forthcoming book by Los Angeles jazz singer Pamela Stonebrooke, detailing her alleged sexual affair with a reptilian extraterrestrial. The book proposal describes a graphic account of interspecies intercourse, with Stonebrooke claiming to have initiated the encounter.

Brief Obituary

Carlos Casteneda, the famed psychedelic guru, is noted to have died at his Los Angeles home on April 27th of that year, with his death only reported two months later due to his reclusive nature.

Miscellaneous Ravings

Roswell Incident Update

James Bond Johnson, a military reporter, has digitally enhanced photographs of the Roswell debris from General Ramey's office. He claims to have found strange symbols in bas-relief, which, if true, would prove the debris was authentic and from an extraterrestrial craft, not a weather balloon. However, other investigators, including members of FUFOR and Bob Durant, could not see these symbols. The article questions why General Ramey would have allowed such markings to be photographed if they were alien.

John Ford Arrest

John Ford, former head of the Long Island UFO Network, was arrested on June 12th, 1996, on charges of plotting to murder Long Island public officials and remains in prison unable to raise bail.

Y2K Threat

The article discusses the impending Y2K computer problem, detailing how the year 2000 could cause systems to malfunction if not properly updated. It notes that while private industry is preparing, government agencies like the FAA, Defense Department, and IRS are lagging, raising concerns about potential nuclear annihilation and the disruption of Social Security checks.

A Blast from the Past: Albert K. Bender

The magazine recounts an apparent coincidence in obtaining the address of Albert K. Bender, the original UFO "hush up" victim who closed his International Flying Saucer Bureau in 1953 after an alleged encounter with Men in Black. Bender had moved to California and dropped out of the UFO field. Despite writing to him, the letter was returned unopened, suggesting he does not wish to correspond.

"The UFO Book" Award

Jerry's "The UFO Book" has won the 1998 Benjamin Franklin Award in the Science/Environment category, with the magazine acknowledging him as a leading UFO historian despite past differences of opinion.

"Giving the Women Babies"

This section features a description of a new interplanetary painting by UFO abductee/contactee David Huggins. The painting depicts an insect-like being and women in a scenario involving artificial insemination. Huggins' works have been exhibited previously, but this particular painting has not been shown publicly due to its controversial nature.

Another Look at Southern Florida's Semi-Mysterious Coral Castle

The article references a July 1998 Fate Magazine article on Coral Castle, built by Ed Leedskalnin. The author, James W. Moseley, shares his personal history with Coral Castle, including writing an article for "Saucer News" in 1963 and almost purchasing the property in the late 1960s. He notes that the castle's charm has diminished over time due to modernization and neglect.

Coral Castle Construction Mystery

The mystery of Coral Castle lies in how Ed Leedskalnin was able to move massive stones using only primitive tools. Moseley recounts interviews with a woman named Virginia, who claimed Ed did not use levitation, and Earl Lee, who witnessed Ed's work methods. The gist was that Ed and his friends worked on the stones without any mysterious forces involved.

Book Review: "Confirmation - The Hard Evidence of Aliens Among Us" by Whitley Streiber

The review discusses Streiber's latest book, which presents evidence for aliens, including UFO videos and testimony about ET contact and alleged alien implants. The reviewer notes that the evidence is not conclusive and points out that Streiber relies on researchers with questionable reputations. The review also mentions Monsignor Corrado Balducci's belief in extraterrestrials and the Vatican's potential stance.

Letters to the Editor

Martin Kottmeyer A letter from Martin Kottmeyer clarifies that Martin Cannon is no longer a conspiracy writer, having disowned his "Controllers" theory and expressed a desire to be removed from lists of ufologists.

Stanton Friedman Stanton Friedman thanks the editor for quoting him and promoting his products.

Jerry Lucci Jerry Lucci praises the latest issue of "Smear" as a classic and a collector's item, noting its coverage of current events in the UFO field and jokingly suggesting billing Stan Friedman for free advertising.

"BOB" Wilson "BOB" Wilson discusses the "Evil Tube" (likely referring to television or computers) and the historical pattern of new media being feared. He relates his own theories on "reflex infophobia" (fear of the new) and "infophilia" (fascination with the new), drawing on the work of Harry Stack Sullivan and Tim Leary.

Michael Dennett Skeptic Michael Dennett expresses reservations about the internet, comparing its current state to the CB radio fad of the 1970s, and prefers receiving cards and letters.

Art Wand Art Wand shares a story about his mother, who was recently confined to an Adult Care Center. During her first week there, an alien craft was allegedly captured in a photograph, showing a glowing light and a semi-translucent hull with lights.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently covers a wide array of UFO-related topics, from conference announcements and book reviews to personal accounts and investigations into historical mysteries like the Roswell Incident and Coral Castle. The editorial stance, as represented by James W. Moseley, appears to be one of open inquiry, though with a critical eye towards sensationalism and unsubstantiated claims. There's a clear interest in debunking hoaxes (like Billy Meier's photos) while also exploring more speculative theories (like the Y2K threat and alien implants). The inclusion of letters from readers with diverse viewpoints, including skeptics, highlights a commitment to presenting a broad spectrum of opinions within the ufological community.