SBI Report - No 43

Magazine Overview

This issue of the SBI REPORT, official publication of the Scientific Bureau of Investigation, Inc., is Volume 6, Issue No. 43. The cover prominently features the title 'UFO symposium #2' and highlights articles on UFO propulsion and related phenomena. The magazine is published bi-monthly by the SBI, Inc., a non-profit scientific and educational corporation based in Staten Island, New York.

Contents

The issue contains a variety of articles and reports, including:

• EDITORIAL by James R. Leming: Discusses the mental and credibility challenges faced by UFO witnesses and the importance of seeking constructive information from the right people, advising against seeking publicity.
• THE MOTIVE POWER OF THE UFO by William L. Moore: Examines historical UFO sightings to understand possible propulsion methods, focusing on electromagnetic field interference and its implications.
• THE SECRET OF THE CRYSTAL ROTOR by Kenneth W. Behrendt: Details the abduction case of patrolman Herbert Schirmer, focusing on the alien craft's propulsion system, a 'crystal rotor' that generates an 'anti-mass field'.
• SPACE TELESCOPE 1986 by Lindy Whitehurst.
• INVESTIGATION TIPS by Charles J. Wilhelm.
• PHILADELPHIA EXPERIMENT (Film) by William L. Moore.
• ARGENTINA ARTICLE CORRECTION by Dr. Willy Smith.
• MONSTERS IN OHIO by Ron Schaffner.
• ODDS & ENDS by SBI Staff.
• UFO 2nd ANNUAL SBI SYMPOSIUM by SBI Staff.
• REPORTS OF UFOS by Bob Gribble.
• DIRECTOR'S REPORT by Pete Mazzola.

Editorial: The Mental Wrestling Matches

Editor James R. Leming reflects on his personal experience with UFOs since 1977, highlighting the mental struggles and credibility issues faced by witnesses. He notes the difficulty in finding support and suggests that while 'half-way houses' are emerging, more needs to be done to help 'affected' parties. Leming shares his own experience of recurring dreams and subsequent hypnotic regression, which revealed two separate abduction events. He stresses the importance of contacting the 'right people' for constructive information and strongly advises against seeking publicity. He recounts a personal mistake at a 1981 UFO conference where he discussed his experience with others, emphasizing the need to vet individuals carefully to avoid 'professional' debunkers. Leming also shares a cautionary tale about an individual whose sincerity and commitment were lacking, failing to provide promised documentation.

He believes that interaction and comparison of experiences can lead to a plan of action that illustrates a point to 'Earthlings' and would be invaluable for ongoing UFO investigation. If patterns emerge from collected sighting information, 'half-way houses' could be crucial contributing factors in UFO study.

The editorial also mentions an 'Awards Program' encouraging new SBI members to enroll others to receive gift certificates.

The Motive Power Of The UFO - A Proper Diagnosis

William L. Moore, co-author of 'The Philadelphia Experiment' and 'The Roswell Incident', argues that a thorough examination of UFO phenomena requires considering even seemingly insignificant symptoms. He aims to examine significant UFO sightings to provide clues toward understanding UFO propulsion. Moore criticizes the tendency in UFO literature to revert to a mass of conflicting 'sighting reports', which often obscure the problem. He focuses on the widespread reports of electromagnetic interference (EM) associated with UFOs, ranging from power failures to stalled cars and radio disruptions.

Moore presents the case of Newell Wright, who in 1957 experienced his car engine dying and lights dimming as a UFO appeared. The car restarted immediately after the UFO left. He notes that the ammeter jumped to discharge and then returned to normal, indicating no significant battery drain. Similarly, a 1967 case involving Miss. Kimberly Lodge described her car's engine, lights, and radio failing completely, with only the generator light pulsating, and normal function returning after the UFO departed.

Moore hypothesizes that a strong, pulsating, reverse-flow electromagnetic field could induce a current within a car's wiring system, effectively cancelling out the battery's current and causing system failure. He suggests this might be related to an 'anti-gravity' field. He also considers the possibility of intentional direction or control of these fields. The article explores the idea that UFOs might be powered by controlled atomic fusion, producing an electromagnetic pulse (EMP) similar to nuclear explosions, which can damage electronic circuits. He references research by Dr. Maurice Viton and Dr. Jean Pierre Petit on a prototype vehicle powered by nuclear and magnetic forces, described as a 'miniature H bomb'.

Moore also discusses the 'Detroit Experiments' conducted by the Condon Committee, which investigated the effects of high magnetic fields on automotive components. These experiments found that while a magnetic field could strengthen a spark plug's spark, it did not cause interference with ignition coils or significantly affect battery voltage. However, they did reveal that automobile bodies could retain magnetic 'signatures' after exposure to strong magnetic fields, though no such signatures were found in a vehicle reportedly stalled by a UFO. This evidence suggests UFO fields are not conventional electromagnetic in nature, but possibly electro-gravitic.

Further examples of UFO-related power failures are cited, including incidents in Brazil, Mexico, and Minnesota, suggesting a pattern of UFOs interfering with electrical systems. Moore posits that UFOs may use a 'Unified Field' method to convert electromagnetic energy into gravitational energy for propulsion, or vice-versa. He also notes that UFOs might harness gravitational energy and convert it to electromagnetic energy for a Lorentz propulsion system, or amplify gravity itself.

The Secret Of The Crystal Rotor

Kenneth W. Behrendt, an SBI Consultant, presents the case of patrolman Herbert Schirmer, who was abducted by aliens in 1967. Schirmer's experience aboard an alien craft, detailed through hypnosis, revealed significant information about UFO technology. The craft, described as a football-shaped observation ship, was made of pure magnesium and capable of speeds up to 150,000 mph. The aliens, described as four to five feet tall with gray-white faces, demonstrated the craft's propulsion system.

Schirmer learned that the craft utilized a 'crystal rotor' mounted centrally, which, when activated, allowed for inertia-free and gravity-free flight. This device operated by 'reversible electromagnetism' and could also generate a circular field to disable earthly vehicle ignition systems and jam radios. Behrendt connects this to his previous theory of an 'anti-mass field generator' that lowers a craft's mass, explaining hovering and aerobatic capabilities. He postulates that the crystal rotor is a miniature version of this generator.

The article explains that the crystal rotor, likely made of quartz, was designed to generate a strong piezoelectric field when subjected to mechanical pressure. This field, combined with a toroidal magnetic field created by electrical current flowing through the rotor's conductive outer layer, generates the anti-mass field. The craft's design, with the rotor at its center, ensures all occupants are equally protected from inertial forces. The article also discusses the possibility of a 'compensator ring' in other UFOs to manage the torque from rotating components, and suggests that the glow and lack of scorch marks from Schirmer's craft might be due to its 'plasmadynamic drive units'.

Behrendt addresses the question of how a crystal rotor could produce the necessary fields, suggesting that quartz crystals can generate high-intensity electric fields under mechanical pressure (piezoelectric effect). He also notes that these crystals can be made conductive by doping them with phosphorus atoms. The rotor is mounted between two metal plates, connected to hydraulic pistons that apply pressure, and driven by motors. Electrical current flows through the rotor, creating the toroidal magnetic field perpendicular to the piezoelectric field, thus generating the anti-mass field.

Renewal Time Again

This section is an announcement from Pete Mazzola, International Director, urging members to renew their SBI membership. It highlights that over 80% of members have already renewed, but the remaining 20% need to do so to avoid interruption of the SBI REPORT mailings. The annual dues are $15.00 for U.S. members and $20.00 for foreign members. The SBI offers a 'Gift Certificate' program where members can reduce their own dues by enrolling new members.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue revolve around the scientific investigation of UFO phenomena, with a strong emphasis on understanding UFO propulsion systems and the electromagnetic or electro-gravitic effects they may have. The magazine presents a stance of serious inquiry, attempting to reconcile witness accounts with scientific principles, even if those principles are speculative or based on theories not yet fully established by mainstream science. The articles advocate for a methodical approach to analyzing UFO cases, moving beyond sensationalism to find tangible clues and potential explanations. The role of the SBI as a non-profit organization dedicated to this research is consistently reinforced, encouraging member support and participation. The issue also touches upon the psychological impact of UFO experiences on witnesses and the importance of credible research and support systems.

This issue of the SBI REPORT, dated October 1986, focuses on the groundbreaking Space Telescope, dubbed 'The Dream Machine,' set for launch in 1986. The magazine also features articles on UFO sightings, mysterious creatures, and the enigmatic Philadelphia Experiment, alongside practical investigation tips.

Space Telescope 1986 - The Dream Machine

This lead article, by Lindy Whitehurst, SBI State Director of Texas, details the revolutionary Space Telescope, a new art form designed to orbit Earth in 1986. It promises a significantly clearer view of the universe than ground-based observatories, offering a ten-fold increase in sharpness compared to Galileo's era. The instrument boasts an eight-foot diameter mirror, engineered by Perkin-Elmer, with a coating vaporized by lasers. This mirror will enable astronomers to capture images of objects 50 times fainter and with ten times more resolution, probing seven times further than ground-based systems. The telescope's sensitivity is such that it could potentially image Jupiter-sized planets orbiting nearby stars or scenes of the giant planet as if viewed by a probe. M87 galaxy, with its suspected black hole, is a high-priority target, aiming to 'see' the end of the universe. Proposals for observations will be submitted to the Space Telescope Science Institute at Johns Hopkins University.

The Wide-Field/Planetary Camera offers two modes: a wide-angle view and a 'Planetary Mode' for narrower, sharper images. Inside, a 'charge-coupled device' (CCD) converts photons into electrons, which are counted by a computer to reconstruct images. The Faint Object Camera is designed to test the telescope's full power, providing the sharpest images. Spectrographs will analyze visible and ultraviolet light to determine temperatures, densities, chemical compositions, and relative speeds of distant objects, while a High-Speed Photometer will detect brightness changes. Comets and quasars at the edge of the universe (10 billion light years away) will be scrutinized to understand the formation of the first stars.

The project is a collaborative effort, with the European Space Agency (ESA) supplying 20 percent of the over $1 billion cost. ESA is also providing solar arrays, the Faint Object Camera, and staffing the Telescope Science Institute. Europeans and Japanese are actively involved in international space research, evidenced by their 1986 unmanned probes to study Halley's Comet. Three Fine Guidance Sensors will ensure the telescope remains stable and accurately positioned in orbit. From its 373-mile altitude, clouds and atmospheric distortion will not be an issue, leaving only the 'imagination of the mind of man' as a limitation.

Investigation Tips

Charles J. Wilhelm, SBI State Director of Kentucky, provides a comprehensive guide for investigators. He defines investigation as a systematic search for truth and facts. The article emphasizes the need for investigators to recognize, collect, analyze, and present evidence effectively. It stresses that equipment needs vary depending on the scope of the investigation, such as UFO cases versus Bigfoot inquiries.

Detailed lists of equipment are provided for various aspects of investigation:

Interviewing Equipment: Identification card, investigators booklet, business cards, manual, clipboard, notebook, paper, pens, questionnaire forms, legal release forms, tape recorder, recorder adapter, batteries, compass, area maps, star finder chart, color chart, and camera/film.

Equipment Worn in Field: Ripstop clothing, field cap, long underwear, camo face veil, warm gloves, windproof parka, proper footwear, sunglasses, field pack, army nylon web belt, and canteen.

General Field Equipment: Knife, walkie-talkies, map pouch, compass, declitractor, clip-on flashlight, gas mask, watch, stopwatch, film badge/dosimeter, pocket spectroscope, camera equipment with diffraction grating, binoculars, and Geiger counter.

Equipment Carried in and on Backpack: Sleeping bag/ground cloth, poncho/raincoat, extra clothing, first-aid kit, aircraft survival kit, waterproof matches, mirror, candle, insect repellent, toilet kit, sewing kit, flares, nylon cord/rope, large flashlight with extra batteries, disposable rubber gloves, and plastic garbage bags.

Specialized Kits:

Soil, Water, Botany and Insect Kit: Magnifying glass, field microscope, pocket penetrometer, pocket transit, retractable tape measure, and metric ruler.

Casting Kit: Plaster of Paris, water, wooden spoon/spatula, wood tongue depressors, thermometer, atomizer, sucking tube, disposable rubber gloves, collapsible plastic bucket, wire, breakdown wooden frame materials, hair spray, gauze, table salt, ruler, and a soft paintbrush.

Blood, Hair and Scat Kit: Sterile culture dishes, tweezers/forceps, cellophane tape, clean paper, vacutainer sterile tubes and needles, sterile disposable containers, clean pill boxes, tags/markers, cotton/heavy paper, disposable rubber gloves, single micro slides, and Whirl-Pak sample bags.

Latent Impression Kit: Fingerprint lifting tape, mats made of cellophane tape, moistened sheets of photographic film, rubber tape sheets, and transparent tape with dispenser. Also includes black, red bronze, gold bronze, and Dragon's Blood powder for lifting impressions.

Photographic Kit: 35mm camera with lenses and filters, ample film (B&W, color infrared), and a movie camera/film or video camera system.

The author stresses that these lists are suggestive and investigators should use their judgment. He also notes that some items may require a trained specialist but are learnable. The SBI aims to modernize Fortean investigations, particularly concerning UFO phenomena.

Philadelphia Experiment: Now a Film!

William L. Moore discusses the film adaptation of 'The Philadelphia Experiment,' a legendary event where the U.S. Navy allegedly attempted to create invisibility for ships and planes during World War II. The film, starring Michael Pare and Nancy Allen, is scheduled for release in mid-July. The article mentions a nationwide search for survivors of the actual experiment, seeking individuals like D.J. 'Don' Myers, Harry Euton, and Charles W. Dwyer. The legend describes a destroyer escort vessel and its crew disappearing and being teleported 200 miles. While the actual experiment focused on radar invisibility and the reported bizarre effects might be hallucinations, the film blends speculation and fact. The movie recreates the experiment and focuses on two sailors who allegedly died, but in the film, are transported to 1984. The book, 'The Philadelphia Experiment: Project Invisibility,' by Moore, is also mentioned as a source for factual information.

Correction

Dr. Willy Smith addresses misinformation in a previously published article titled 'UFO Sightings Over Argentina.' He clarifies that a photo accompanying the article, claimed to be an exclusive from February 4, 1983, near Bariloche, is not the photo referred to in the text and is not exclusive. The photo actually taken in December 1969 by Dr. Sebastian Jose Tarda, shows a lens flare, not a structured object, as supported by analysis from GSW (Ground Saucer Watch) and the fact that Dr. Tarda did not see any anomalous object at the time.

Monsters in Ohio

Ron Schaffner, SBI State Director of Ohio, explores various unexplained creature sightings in Ohio. He discusses reports of black panthers, which are not native to the region. A notable encounter involved a large black feline seen in Branch Hill in 1972. The article also details sightings of the 'Loveland Frog,' an amphibian described by two police officers who encountered it in Loveland. Further accounts include a mysterious water creature sighted near New Richmond and later in Covington, Kentucky, described as an octopus-like monster. Bigfoot sightings are also mentioned, including an encounter with a nine-foot hairy being near Wilmington in 1961. Additionally, a bizarre incident involving a large baboon-like creature sighted near Milford is recounted, along with an escaped baboon incident at Kings Island amusement park.

Schaffner speculates that these creatures might be escaping from another dimension through 'major windows' that could be present in Ohio, possibly interconnected with ours during electrical storms. He also considers the possibility of them being visitors from another planet, given the numerous UFO reports in Ohio.

Photos from space 'prove' Atlantis

This brief article reports on author Charles Berlitz's assertion that photographs from space satellites confirm the existence of the lost continent of Atlantis. Berlitz's book, 'Atlantis: The Eighth Continent,' suggests that Atlantis was submerged due to ocean shifts at the end of the Ice Age. Over 50 ancient archeological sites have reportedly been discovered underwater in the Bahamas, with Berlitz claiming that underwater pyramids, plateaus, and walls could not have been constructed by nature alone. Archeologists and geologists using deep-sea sounding equipment and underwater photography have corroborated the existence of submerged remains, with Berlitz noting the irony of needing satellite imagery to see what lies beneath the seas.

UFOs are sighted in Putnam Valley

This news clipping reports on multiple sightings of strange lights in Putnam Valley and northern Westchester. Residents reported seeing green and white lights, or blue, white, and red lights, with one witness describing a 'flying saucer.' Other reports include multicolored lights flying low with no engine noise, and bright lights moving in an unusual pattern near Turkey Mountain.

Time of Christ's Death Pinpointed

Two scientists, Colin Humphreys and W. G. Waddington of Oxford University, have established the approximate time of Christ's crucifixion as April 3, 33 AD, based on a study of the Jewish calendar and a lunar eclipse recorded in the Bible.

UFO NEWSCLIPPING SERVICE

This section advertises the UFO Newsclipping Service, which provides monthly reports of UFO activity from around the world, compiled from international press clippings. It offers subscribers UFO reports, photographs, landing and occupant cases, and wire-service items.

UFOs: The Greatest Story Ever Told!

This section announces the Scientific Bureau of Investigation, Inc. (SBI) 2nd Annual UFO Symposium, to be held at C.W. Post Center of Long Island University on October 27 & 28, 1984. The symposium's theme is 'UFOs: The Greatest Story Ever Told!' It includes pre-registration details, fees, a press conference, and information on sales tables and accommodations. The event promises lectures, exhibits of UFO photographs and documents, and discussions on various UFO-related topics, including government suppression, crashed UFOs, alien occupants, and the connection between UFOs and psychic phenomena.

Reports of UFOS

Bob Gribble, Director of the UFO Reporting Center in Seattle, Washington, presents a flash report of UFO incidents. These include:

• April 10, 1984 (Rhinelander, Wisconsin): Two witnesses observed a stationary cigar-shaped object with lighted openings and spokes.
• April 13, 1948 (Gainesville, Florida): Two witnesses observed an oval-shaped object hovering over a lake, emitting a bright white light.
• April 19, 1984 (Llano, Texas): Five family members observed a large dome-shaped object with red lights, accompanied by a jet aircraft, and heard a humming sound.
• April 20, 1984 (Beaverton, Oregon): Four car occupants witnessed a bright yellow, pulsating object, followed by a smaller blue object that destroyed the yellow one. Another large yellow object and a small blue object were then observed.
• April 25, 1984 (Napa, California): Three witnesses observed a huge, triangular-like object stationary over the roadway.
• May 5, 1984 (Piedmont, South Carolina): A witness heard a loud pulsating sound and observed a large, football-shaped metallic object.
• May 6, 1984 (Williston, Florida): A boy observed a bright red circular object that hovered and then moved at high speed.

Director's Report

Pete Mazzola, International Director, discusses the importance of questioning and searching for truth in controversial subjects like UFOs and psychic phenomena. He emphasizes the role of dedicated individuals in making appropriate responses to situations, despite societal conditioning. Mazzola highlights the slow progress in controversial subjects due to traditional thinking and institutional resistance. He notes that people seek happiness, love, beauty, and justice, and that breakthroughs are hindered by a lack of evidence and institutional support. He also touches upon opposition to human yearnings for perfection and the existence of intelligent life elsewhere. Mazzola draws a parallel to the Renaissance, where scientists formed underground networks to share discoveries against official opposition. He believes that knowledge in controversial subjects is continually transmitted to those who seek it. He also discusses the importance of critical thinking and avoiding biased presentations of information. Mazzola expresses his belief that the SBI, through its principles of Trust, Organization, Unity, Cooperation, and Harmony (T-O-U-C-H), is destined to resolve enigmas and contribute to a leap in human evolution, encouraging individuals to support scientific funding and non-profit organizations.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The SBI REPORT consistently promotes ufology and the investigation of unexplained phenomena. The magazine serves as a platform for sharing research, sighting reports, and practical advice for investigators. There is a clear stance against government secrecy and a call for greater scientific funding and public awareness regarding UFOs and other controversial subjects. The editorial tone encourages critical thinking, open-mindedness, and active participation in the pursuit of knowledge, emphasizing the importance of evidence-based research and the potential for human evolution through understanding these mysteries.