Spacecrafter - 1959 10 - October

Magazine Overview

Title: SPACECRAFTER
Issue: Vol. II, No. 6
Date: October, 1959
Publisher: Spacecraft Research Association
Type: Monthly Publication

This issue of "Spacecrafter" is the monthly publication of the Spacecraft Research Association, a non-profit organization based in Phoenix, Arizona. The organization is dedicated to the investigation of spacecraft, extra-terrestrial phenomena, mysticism, and occult sciences. The magazine serves to disseminate information, feature lecturers, and promote support for related projects.

Directory of Officers

The issue begins with a directory of the organization's officers, including Russell Cloud (President), Jack Myers (Vice President), Dorothy Miller (Recording Secretary), Hildegarde Rondeau (Corresponding Secretary), Roy Whaley (Treasurer), and several Trustees. Franky G. Miller is listed as the Editor.

Table of Contents

The Table of Contents outlines the various articles and features in this issue, including upcoming meetings, lectures, an interplanetary convention, excerpts from books, editorials, and news items. Notable entries include:

• Pretorius to Talk at October Forum Meeting
• Dan Martin To Lecture October 17
• Interplanetary Convention at Des Moines
• Son of the Sun (excerpts)
• More About the Etherians
• Editorial from "Flying Saucer Review"
• Meeting of September 18

Upcoming Events and Lectures

October Forum Meeting: The October meeting of the Forum Division of S.R.A. was scheduled for Friday, October 16, at the Phoenix Metaphysical Center. Following a business meeting, Martin Pretorius, a health expert, was to lecture on the subject of health.

Dan Martin Lecture: Dan Martin, author of several pamphlets on UFOs, was scheduled to lecture on October 17 at the Odd Fellows Hall in Phoenix. His topics included UFOs, space communications, space beings, and material contacts. Martin's first contact with a spacecraft occurred in 1955, and he claimed to have been aboard a ship in June 1956. Donations of $1.00 for adults and 50¢ for students were requested.

Interplanetary Convention: An Interplanetary Convention was to be held in Des Moines, Iowa, from October 30 to November 1 at the UFO, Inc., Auditorium. The program directors were Dr. Wallace Halsey and Dr. Roy Parsons. An announcement was expected regarding visits to other planets. The auditorium had a capacity of 2,500.

"Son of the Sun" Excerpts

This section features excerpts from the book "Son of the Sun" by Orfeo Angelucci, published by DeVorss & Co. The excerpts detail a profound spiritual experience of the narrator, Adam, who is taken on a journey by a being named Vega. Key elements include:

• The Nature of Learning: The importance of "love of pure learning" is emphasized as the path to true ascension.
• Cosmic Awareness: Adam experiences a sense of cosmic connection, hearing music and feeling the universe's pulse.
• Spacecraft Encounter: Adam witnesses a celestial object that moves in circles and appears to be a spaceship spiraling down to Earth. He questions if flying saucers are real.
• Spiritual Principles: Vega explains that knowledge without love is a skeleton, and that the universe responds more to advanced knowledge than primitive awareness. The path to the Fatherhood is through knowledge of actualities.
• Interstellar Travel: The narrative describes traveling at high speeds in a spacecraft, discussing concepts like the speed of light and its relation to the sonic barrier. The theory of relativity is discussed, with the assertion that it deals with observed effects but not causes.
• Environmental Observations: Adam and Vega observe a white haze of hydrogen and witness a meteor being atomized by a monitor ship.
• A World Within a Ship: They visit a beautiful city on an interstellar floating island, encapsulated within a large space ship, with buildings made of plastic materials that glow.

"More About the Etherians"

This article, reprinted from "Round Robin," discusses the concept of "Etherians" and their connection to flying saucers. The author, Gerald Light, posits:

• Fear of the Unknown: Mankind's rejection of what it does not understand is highlighted, suggesting that new and strange events will soon compel acceptance.
• Modern Orthodoxy: Contemporary New Thought groups are criticized for being as intolerant and bigoted as old-fashioned churches.
• Governmental Concern: Responsible government officials are described as being under immense pressure due to knowledge about flying saucers that they are withholding from the public.
• Reality of Flying Saucers: The article asserts that flying saucers are real and that the skies are filled with beings from other worlds. It urges preparation for contact.
• Spiritual Sources: It suggests that understanding the purpose of these beings requires consulting spiritual sources (mental, psychic, metaphysical) rather than conventional science.
• Description of an Etherian: A detailed description is given of a "Higher Etherian" being, characterized by a single, large, multifaceted eye, a body of unusual density, and an apparent connection to the principles of Uranus and Aquarius. The being is described as standing twelve feet tall.
• Communication Barrier: The author notes the difficulty in explaining Etheria to earthly friends due to a perceived absurd distinction that separates their understanding.

Editorial from "Flying Saucer Review"

This editorial, likely a commentary on the Etherians article or related topics, is not fully detailed in the provided text but is listed in the table of contents.

Meeting of September 18

Reported by Russell Cloud, this section covers the monthly meeting of the Spacecraft Research Association:

• Panel Discussion: A panel discussion on "Survival" was held, featuring Esther Frank, Agnes Sanborn, Lena Robinson, David Moore, and Charles Marcoux.
• "Music From Saturn": David Moore replayed a record by Howard Menger titled "Music From Saturn" and discussed its composition.
• Business Meeting: Items from a letter to the editor were discussed and explained to the membership.

Library and Book Sales

The issue includes a note from the Librarian, promoting book sales as gifts and highlighting the availability of a selection of books on various subjects.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue revolve around UFOs, extraterrestrial life, space travel, and spiritual or metaphysical interpretations of these phenomena. The Spacecraft Research Association appears to be a serious organization dedicated to investigating these topics, disseminating information, and fostering a community of like-minded individuals. The editorial stance seems open to unconventional ideas and reports, encouraging readers to consider possibilities beyond mainstream scientific understanding, particularly concerning the existence and nature of flying saucers and their occupants. There is a clear emphasis on the importance of knowledge, love, and spiritual awareness in understanding the universe.

Title: THE SPACECRAFTER
Issue Date: October, 1959
Volume: Vol. 12
Publisher: Spacecraft Research Association

This issue of The Spacecrafter delves into profound philosophical and spiritual concepts, contrasting them with earthly understanding, and reports on contemporary phenomena such as UFO sightings and global changes.

The Etherian Philosophy: A Different Reality

The lead article explores the fundamental differences between human and 'Etherian' perceptions of reality. The Etherians, as described, make no distinction between 'outer' and 'inner,' 'material' and 'spiritual,' or 'human' and 'divine.' They find human attempts to create such boundaries illogical, viewing all substance and energy as operating on different vibratory levels. For them, human will is as valid as divine will, and the physical plane is as divine as any 'heavenly' plane. They do not comprehend concepts like an 'inner world' or an 'outer plane' that form the basis of Earth's religions. Their approach to existence is intensely practical and utilitarian, focusing on the direct application of forces and energies. They believe that 'use' leads to 'becoming,' and through the conscious use of a part of 'God,' Etherians become God. Unlike humans, they do not experience death in the same way, as they are not imprisoned by the idea of a divine plan that dictates their physical form as a permanent vessel.

Global Changes and Spiritual Renaissance

The editorial, "FROM 'FLYING SAUCER REVIEW'" by The Hon. Brinsley le Poer Trench, discusses a general quickening in the tempo of life, marked by rapid advancements in science and technology, alongside a broadening of metaphysical and philosophical understanding. This is described as a "definite spiritual renaissance" where religion and science are seen as one, with the laws of life being fundamentally spiritual. The article notes a general feeling of expectancy, suggesting that "big events are pending" and a new era of spiritual and scientific enlightenment is emerging. It cites Professor Earling Dorft's findings on warmer temperatures, rising sea levels due to melting glaciers, and shifts in the Earth's magnetic poles. The article also references an account from the Reader's Digest about significant movement in the bed of the Atlantic Ocean.

UFO Sightings and Reports

The issue includes several reports of UFO sightings:

• Roman Skies: On October 13, 1958, a "Flying Machine" of unknown origin, described as a round object with a yellow-orange light, was observed in Rome by Lucio Trovamala and Marcello Giombini.
• Catania, Sicily: On August 17, 1958, a luminous triangle object, very bright, was seen flying slowly through the sky and vanished without changing its form, as reported by Franco Brancatelli and Renato Catania. This sighting is noted as potentially significant as triangular saucers were rarely reported.
• Ancient Rome: An article from the Dublin Evening Press, referencing writings by Obsequiens, mentions that ancient Romans saw flying saucers, likening them to "flying shields." A specific account from around 100 BC describes a circular object like a shield sweeping across the sky.
• Ireland: A "flying disc" was reported near Port Glenone, which allegedly struck an oak tree and severed its trunk. This incident, received in December 1958, was investigated by researchers from Queen's University, with Dr. Nonweiler stating it was the first provable sighting of an unknown flying object in England.

The Cult of Fear vs. The Law of Love

Two articles critically examine the pervasive influence of fear in human society and advocate for the principle of love.

"FEAR" by Betty Eilers posits that future generations will view the present age as one that paid homage to a "monstrous god named FEAR." The article argues that fear leads to cruelty, prejudice, and a focus on material existence over spiritual understanding. It highlights fear of death, employment, and the unknown as significant aspects of this "Fear Cycle." The author contrasts this with the "Love Cycle," asserting that love will eventually overpower fear as part of the evolutionary process. The article also touches upon the placement of animals and celestial bodies like Sirius within the "Great Plan."

A "MESSAGE FROM ETHERIA," telepathically communicated by Franky G. Miller, reiterates the message that the "Law of Love is the most important law in our Universe." The Etherians express despair at the prevalence of negativity, revenge, jealousy, and animosity among humans, even within groups dedicated to spreading information about them. They urge Earthians to rise above dissension and prioritize love for their Creator and fellow beings, warning that a "day of reckoning is near."

Other Content

• Resignation: Franky G. Miller announces his resignation as Editor of The Spacecrafter, expressing gratitude for the cooperation received and wishing his successor well.
• Permanent Meeting Place: The membership voted to continue meeting at the Phoenix Metaphysical Center.
• Quote: A quote attributed to Guatama Buddha emphasizes the importance of reason and consciousness in believing any doctrine.
• S.P.A.C.E. Reports: The 1959 cycle of reports from S.P.A.C.E. highlights New Zealand, New Guinea, and Australia for UFO sightings, with the Civil Aviation Department of Brisbane requesting a report on alleged sightings.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue revolve around the nature of consciousness, the limitations of human perception, the contrast between spiritual and material realities, and the transformative power of love versus the destructive nature of fear. The magazine consistently promotes a spiritual and metaphysical perspective, encouraging readers to question conventional beliefs and embrace a broader understanding of the universe and humanity's place within it. There is a clear editorial stance favoring spiritual enlightenment, the acceptance of extraterrestrial intelligence, and the adoption of love as a guiding principle for personal and societal evolution. The publication also serves as a platform for reporting and analyzing UFO phenomena, integrating them into a larger framework of cosmic understanding.

Title: THE SPACECRAFTER
Issue Date: October, 1959
Publisher: Norbert F. Gariety
Country: USA
Price: $3.00 per year

This issue of THE SPACECRAFTER, dated October 1959, focuses on reports of unidentified flying objects and extraterrestrial contact, alongside spiritual messages and scientific observations. The cover story highlights "Saucer Activity" in New Guinea, detailing a priest's extraordinary encounter.

"Saucer Activity" in New Guinea

The lead article, "SAUCER ACTIVITY" IN NEW GUINEA, reports on flying saucers and "illuminated men" sighted by the Rev. Father W. B. Gill, an Anglican priest from the Boianai Anglican Mission in Papua. According to the Sydney Sun-Herald, Father Gill provided an eight-page account detailing incidents of "breath-taking" activity over mountain areas inland from Port Moresby. These included sightings of a fleet of up to eight flying objects, described as including a "mother ship." Father Gill reported an exchange of signals from the mother ship with 12 people at the mission, and simultaneous sightings by a group of 38 people. The account provided detailed times, witness names, and sketches of the objects, with concentrated sightings occurring on June 21, 26, 27, and 28th.

Father Gill's personal account described seeing a large flying object with two smaller ones just after sunset. Four figures appeared on top of the large object, which he believed to be a mother ship. The figures appeared to be working on the top deck, and one figure seemed to be looking down at them. When Father Gill waved, the figure on the object waved back. He and another person waved both hands, and all four figures on the object reciprocated. As darkness fell, a flashlight was flashed, and the object responded with wavering motions backward and forward before moving slowly toward the group and halting, with the four figures descending below deck.

Father Gill stated that there were four hours of flying-object activity that night, which he described as "absolutely breath-taking." He firmly believed the objects were "handled by beings of some sort." He also noted that the large object appeared to be the same one sighted the previous night by 38 witnesses. This object was clearly visible and mostly stationary for 25 minutes. Its color was dull yellow when stationary and very bright when moving, changing from thin white to deep red and then blue-green. A shaft of blue light emanated from the top, illuminating the "men" from the waist up.

The article is reprinted from S. P.A.C.E., with Norbert F. Gariety listed as Editor & Publisher of 267 Alhambra Circle, Coral Gables, Florida.

A Word of Greeting from a Good Friend (Ashtar)

This section features a reprinted message from "Ashtar," originally published in "The Beacon Light Herald" by William Kullgren. Ashtar addresses the readers, noting a considerable time since his last communication. He states that their "avowed purpose" has not changed, though plans and methods have been revised due to the "incomprehensible attitude" of most people on Earth. He assures those who have remained faithful that relief and assistance are available under "capable, compassionate leaders."

Ashtar discusses the detrimental effects of "Smog" or air pollution, which hinders their plans as they must adapt their bodies to be immune to these "destructive fumes." He also condemns the "poisonous vapors" released into the upper atmosphere by atomic tests, calling them "diabolically destructive." He contrasts this with the potential for these energies to be used for constructive purposes by "God-inspired men" who adhere to the Divine Law, specifically quoting "Thou shalt not kill."

He questions when humanity will realize that scientific research focused solely on material aspects cannot lead to solutions for transit to "sublimated regions of inhabited space." Recognition of "intangibles" is deemed necessary. Ashtar criticizes the idea of launching "innumerable satellites" without purpose as a futile effort to establish supremacy in space, suggesting it demeans human intelligence by ignoring potential assistance.

Ashtar explains that their organization of "certified instructors" has faced "rebuffs, inhospitable and discourteous treatment, such ridicule and open enmity" from Earth dwellers. Consequently, they have decided to discard their previous assistance program and pursue a different course, necessitating a longer waiting period. He acknowledges that this adds a burden to those in harmony with their plan, and that "the innocent must suffer for the sins of the guilty."

He emphasizes that their mission is universal and cannot be confined to one country or race, offering "supernatural intervention" wherever disaster strikes. They will provide assistance regardless of whether they are hailed as "mortals, angels," or accepted blindly. Their mission extends beyond physical death, guiding "suddenly released spirits" to suitable places for recuperation and initiation into higher forms of existence, which is a crucial part of the Creator's Plan for humanity.

Ashtar mentions that many individuals mourned on Earth are now actively helping them solve difficult problems and aid Earth's inhabitants. He notes that those who held high government positions can now see with greater clarity the steps needed to remedy governmental errors and introduce progressive measures.

He concludes with a warning against harsh criticism of those causing dissension among those seeking contact with "Space Friends." He explains that many contacted on "invisible planes" are not fully aware of the "whole program of world transformation" and may offer divergent ideas due to incomplete knowledge rather than deliberate intent to mislead.

The message ends with an uplifting statement: "AS THE LIGHT OF TRUTH SHINES ON AN AWAKENING WORLD, all the mists of Falsehood, Doubt and fearful Apprehension will melt away and all who will may then learn the way to Eternal Life and Eternal Progress with their resulting blessings of JOY and PEACE!"

Ashtar signs off as "Your faithful friend."

Magnetic Dip Pole Drifting

A brief report from Cambridge, Mass., via Science Service, discusses the magnetic dip pole. This is the point on the Earth's surface where the south end of a freely suspended magnetic needle points directly downward. Several determinations of the north magnetic dip pole's position over the last ten years were analyzed by K. Whitham, E. I. Loomer, and E. Dawson of the Dominion Observatory at Ottawa. They concluded that the pole is expected to be at Latitude 74.8 degrees North and Longitude 99.6 degrees West at the beginning of 1960. This report is also reprinted from S. P.A.C.E.

Recommended Reading

The magazine includes a "Recommended Reading" section, listing several books with their prices:

• THE EXPANDING CASE FOR THE UFO, by M. K. Jessup ($2.50): Described as an excellent research book providing information from unusual sources, suggesting evidence for extraterrestrial life.
• THEY LIVE IN THE SKY, by Trevor James ($4.50): A controversial book dealing with both positive and negative aspects of spacecraft and Space Beings.
• THE COMING GOLDEN AGE, by F. W. Sumner ($3.00): Recommended for those conscious of the "coming New Age."
• THE CALL OF THE PHOENIX, by Dorothy Thomas ($3.00): A story of adventure and strange experiences culminating in initiation in the Great Pyramid of Egypt.

Library News

This section, managed by Librarian Gladys van Derslice of Phoenix, Arizona, lists a comprehensive selection of books available for purchase or through a rental library. Books can be purchased at meetings or by calling her home at 4203 North 15th Drive, Phoenix. The rental library charge is 25 cents per month.

Books for Sale (partial list with prices):

• Expanding Case for the UFO ($2.50)
• Call of the Phoenix ($3.00)
• They Live in the Sky ($4.50)
• The Coming Golden Age ($3.00)
• Son of the Sun ($3.95)
• Twenty-Trillion Light Years Through Space ($2.75)
• Why We Are Here ($3.75)
• Dweller On Two Planets ($7.50)
• The Aquarian Gospel ($4.00)
• Secret Places of the Lion ($4.00)
• Soarings of the Eagle ($1.25)
• Council of the Seven Lights ($3.50)
• Flying Saucer Pilgrimage ($3.50)
• Flying Saucers and the Straight Line Mystery ($4.00)
• The Kearney Incident and To the Arctic Circle
• In a Spacecraft ($1.25)
• Concrete Evidence ($1.00)
• The Inexplicable Sky ($3.95)
• We Come In Peace ($1.00)
• White Sands Incident ($1.50)
• Flying Saucers Have Landed ($3.50)
• They Shall Be Gathered Together ($2.00)
• The Secret of the Saucers ($3.00)
• Looking Backward ($0.75)
• Two Nights To Remember
• The Atomic World ($2.50)
• Finding of the Third Eye ($2.50)
• Wisdom in Practice ($2.50)
• Flying Saucer From Mars ($2.75)
• Steps to the Stars ($1.50)
• Look Up! ($2.00)
• UFO's Confidential ($3.00)
• My Trip to Mars, the Moon and Venus ($1.00)
• Healthy Hunzas ($3.00)
• Voice of the Planet Clarion ($2.00)
• Mucusless Diet ($2.00)
• Aboard a Flying Saucer ($3.00)
• Understanding Magazine ($0.25)
• Excelsior Magazine ($0.50)

Books temporarily out of stock but now available:

• The Dead Sea Scrolls, by Theodore Helline (Paper $1.00, Cloth Gift Edition $1.75)
• Life and Teachings of the Masters of the Far East, by Baird Spaulding (5 volumes, cloth binding, each $2.50)

Members are encouraged to inquire about books not listed, as the librarian will attempt to procure them. The rental library is also available for members.

The section concludes with a quote attributed to W. E. Channing: "Books are the true levelers. They give to all who faithfully use them the society, the spiritual presence, of the best and greatest of our race."

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue revolve around UFO phenomena, extraterrestrial contact, and spiritual evolution. The magazine presents a strong interest in anomalous aerial phenomena, as evidenced by the detailed report from New Guinea. There is also a clear spiritual and metaphysical leaning, with the extensive message from Ashtar emphasizing spiritual growth, universal laws, and the challenges posed by human actions like pollution and atomic testing. The editorial stance appears to be one of openness to unconventional ideas, promoting spiritual awareness, and providing resources (books) for readers interested in these subjects. The inclusion of scientific reports, like the magnetic dip pole drift, suggests an attempt to bridge the gap between the unexplained and empirical observation, though the primary focus remains on the extraordinary and the spiritual.