Sri Lanka UFO Register - no 12

Magazine Overview

This issue of "The Journal of the Sri Lanka UFO Register," identified as Issue No. 12 from 1988, is titled "A prophecy from the editor of COSMIC VOICE." The cover prominently features the magazine's title and a table of contents, indicating a diverse range of articles related to UFO phenomena, extraterrestrial life, and related beliefs.

Contents and Key Articles

The table of contents reveals numerous articles, including:

• "A Look at a UFO Book": This article reviews Jenny Randles' book, "The UFO Conspiracy: The First Forty Years." The reviewer highlights Randles' assertion that UFOs exist and that there has been a worldwide cover-up by governments. The book reportedly analyzes UFO reports from around the globe, including the Roswell incident, and discusses ethical questions surrounding the suppression of information. The reviewer praises Randles' honesty but criticizes her for not adequately analyzing contactees, particularly Sir George King and the Aetherius Society.
• "A Prophecy from the Editor of Cosmic Voice": This section, featuring a photograph of His Eminence Sir George King, discusses a declaration he received in 1958 from a "Karmic Lord" about the arrival of another Cosmic Master. It details King's three-year world mission and the Aetherius Society's belief that religious figures like Buddha, Jesus, and Krishna were of interplanetary origin. The prophecy describes a majestic being who will arrive, possessing powers greater than any on Earth, and will approach world leaders.
• "1940's Pentagram in English Skies": This article recounts a sighting in the summer of 1943 or 1944 near Cranleigh, Surrey, England, where four people observed an unusual pentagram-shaped formation of stars in the sky. The phenomenon was described as a geometric design of scintillating stars linked by white lines and remained stationary for several hours.
• "Was the Lord Buddha from a Heavenly World?": This section delves into the nature of the Buddha, presenting him as a unique human being who transcended the human state. It includes quotes from Buddhist scripture and discusses the concept of the "Unconditioned" and the end of craving.
• "Should Ufologists be Examining Contactee Messages": This article, though not fully detailed in the provided scans, is listed in the contents, suggesting a discussion on the validity and importance of messages from alleged contactees.
• "Update on Mars and the Windscale Fire": This indicates a connection between UFO phenomena, the planet Mars, and the Windscale nuclear disaster, likely exploring theories or reports linking these events.
• "Flying Saucer squad prompts UFO dispute": This suggests an article detailing a specific incident involving a flying saucer squad that led to a dispute.
• "Riddle of the eggcup UFO": This points to a specific UFO case described as an "eggcup UFO."
• "US Govt. team found dead aliens": This headline indicates a report about the alleged discovery of deceased aliens by a US government team.
• "Highway Chase by the aliens": This suggests an account of an encounter where aliens were involved in a chase on a highway.
• "පියාඹන පීරිසි" (Piyambaena Peirisi): This appears to be a title in Sinhala, likely referring to flying saucers or similar phenomena, indicating a local Sri Lankan report.
• "POLICE ENCOUNTER": This article details a claim by a policeman named Alan Godfrey, who alleges he was beamed up into a spaceship, encountered beings, and was returned to Earth with a circular burn on his instep.

UFO Incidents and Reports

The journal documents several UFO incidents:

• Middle Eastern Case (September 19, 1976): Reported near Tehran, Iran, witnesses saw a bright light resembling a hovering helicopter. An Iranian Air Force Phantom jet pursued the object, which was estimated to be seventy miles away. The object evaded the jet, and as the pilot attempted to return, the object reportedly passed by him narrowly. The jet experienced loss of instrumentation and communication. A second Phantom jet later engaged the object, which ejected a projectile. The object then accelerated rapidly and vanished. The incident involved the potential firing of an AIM-9 SIDEWINDER missile, which was aborted due to power loss on the jet. The event was reportedly documented in a US Secretary of Defense dossier released under the Freedom of Information Act.
• Roswell Incident (1947): Mentioned in the review of Jenny Randles' book, this refers to rumors of a flying saucer crash in the New Mexico desert, with debris allegedly recovered by the US Army Air Force and moved to Roswell Air Force Base.
• 1940s Pentagram Sighting (1943/1944): A group of four observers in Surrey, England, witnessed a pentagram-shaped formation of scintillating stars linked by white lines, covering a large area of the sky.
• Sri Lankan Reports: The journal notes that while the book "The UFO Conspiracy" lacks UFO reports from the East, the Sri Lanka UFO Register has been documenting such reports for years and urges readers to submit their experiences.

The Aetherius Society and Sir George King

Sir George King, Founder and President of the Aetherius Society, is a central figure. The society believes that major religious figures were extraterrestrial masters. King's "Declaration" from 1958, detailed in his book "The Day the Gods Came," prophesies the arrival of a new Cosmic Master. The society is active in the UFO community in Britain, running a hotline and conducting polls.

Editorial Stance and Themes

The journal appears to have a strong interest in UFO phenomena, contactee experiences, and potential government cover-ups. The review of Jenny Randles' book suggests a critical perspective on official secrecy and a belief in the importance of investigating UFO evidence. The inclusion of articles on spiritual figures like the Buddha and prophecies from Sir George King indicates a broader interest in the intersection of ufology, spirituality, and esoteric beliefs. The publication aims to document UFO sightings, particularly those from Sri Lanka, and encourage reader participation.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

Recurring themes in this issue include government secrecy and cover-ups regarding UFOs, the nature of extraterrestrial intelligence, the potential for contact, and the intersection of ufology with spiritual and religious beliefs. The editorial stance seems to favor open investigation and a critical view of official explanations, as evidenced by the review of Jenny Randles' book and the prominent feature on Sir George King and the Aetherius Society. The publication actively seeks to gather and disseminate UFO reports, especially from its local region of Sri Lanka.

This issue of the magazine, identified by the page number '9' and '12' on different pages, and '13', '15', '18', contains articles on Buddhist philosophy, a significant nuclear accident cover-up, and various UFO sightings and encounters. The content appears to span multiple articles, with one discussing the nature of the Buddha and another detailing the Windscale nuclear incident and its subsequent suppression of information. Several shorter pieces report on UFO sightings, including those witnessed by police.

The Nature of the Buddha

One article, continuing from page 9 to page 12, addresses the nature of the Buddha, specifically Siddhartha Gautama. It refutes the idea that the Buddha was a non-human, quoting a passage from the Anguttara Nikaya. The article recounts an interaction between the Buddha and a brahmin named Dona, where the Buddha clarifies that he is not a god, gandhabba, or yakka, but rather has abandoned all defilements that would lead to such states. He uses the simile of a lotus, which is born in water but remains unsoiled, to explain that he abides in the world but is unsoiled by it. The text emphasizes that the Buddha was a human being, an 'extraordinary man' or 'Marvellous Man,' who attained enlightenment and passed away as a human. His parents were human, and he was born into the human world from the Tusita heaven.

Update on Mars and the Windscale Fire

This section, spanning pages 13, 15, and 6, focuses on the 1957 Windscale nuclear accident and a purported cover-up. It states that previously classified British government documents, released under the 30-year rule, confirm the accuracy of a statement made by the Aetherius Society on October 29, 1957, which detailed the damage from plutonium dust and radioactive iodine. The article claims that scientists and politicians, with the approval of the Prime Minister, concealed the true effects of the accident. A memorandum from the Secretary of the British Medical Council on October 28, 1957, recommended restricting knowledge of the findings to prevent misinterpretation and fear. The article cites various newspaper reports from 1988, including The Observer, The Sunday People, and The Sunday Times, which suggest that Prime Minister Harold Macmillan suppressed details of the fire, possibly to secure closer Anglo-American cooperation on atomic weapons. It is noted that levels of radioactive iodine 131 were found in milk at Grasmere between 0.12 and 0.18 microcuries per litre, and that milk with levels above 0.1 microcuries had been banned from farms around Windscale on October 12. Despite these findings, Sir Harold Himsworth advised against imposing restrictions on milk use in Grasmere, and he and Sir Edmund Harwood agreed to suppress the information. The article also mentions that the original report on the Windscale fire was suppressed by Macmillan, and a bowdlerised version was published as a White Paper. The government's response to these revelations is described, with ministers maintaining that events affecting the nuclear industry in the 1950s are irrelevant to current policy. The Irish government reiterated its call for the closure of the plant (now Sellafield), and demands for compensation and safety assurances were raised. Friends of Earth director Jonathon Porritt called for compensation for civilians affected by cancer and illness linked to the accident.

Flying Saucer Squad Prompts UFO Dispute

This section, primarily on pages 8 and 9, reports on UFO sightings and the ensuing disputes between UFO proponents and debunkers. One article by Peter Dunn describes a sighting by eight police officers in London over Kensington. The UFO was described as flat, saucer-shaped, grey-green with pink blobs, resembling a 'swimming jellyfish,' and changing to electric blue when it spun. The Aetherius Society views this as vindication of their beliefs and a rebuff to skeptics like astronomer Patrick Moore. Dr. Richard Laurence, the society's secretary, suggests that police interest in flying saucers is high due to their constant sky surveillance. He criticizes Patrick Moore and the science correspondent of The Daily Telegraph for their lack of knowledge and prejudiced views on the subject.

Another article by Peter Wilson details an official UFO sighting by Scotland Yard. Eight startled police officers witnessed a grey-green, pink, and electric blue object spinning, banking, and hovering over Kensington. The object was logged as a UFO in the station log. The sighting began when a 16-year-old, Zena Sfeir, spotted a light with her telescope and called the police. The first officer to arrive was astonished, and eventually, eight officers became witnesses.

UFO Lands on Car

This report from Perth, Australia, describes an incident where an unidentified flying object allegedly landed on the roof of a car being driven across the Eyre highway. Mrs. Faye Noes and her three sons reported seeing a bright orange object that landed on their car, turning it around and blowing a tyre. The vehicle's radio and their voices were affected.

Cop that, it must be a UFO

This brief report mentions two police crews spotting an 'outsize UFO' described as a giant oblong block of brilliant light, spinning silently at tremendous speed, and much bigger than a plane. Authorities are studying their reports.

Close Encounters of the Fourth Kind

This article, on page 10, discusses 'close encounters of the fourth kind,' which involve the actual abduction of a human being by aliens. It outlines the different types of encounters: first kind (sighting a UFO), second kind (physical effect, like scorching grass), third kind (aliens seen or contacted), and fourth kind (abduction). Author Jenny Randles suggests that in fourth-kind encounters, people may lose periods of time and have memory loss, possibly due to the horror of the experience. The article notes claims from America that abducted young people have been subjected to physical and genetic experiments. Mr. Randles, director of investigations for the British UFO Research Association, links the Nullarbor area, a site of early nuclear tests, to UFO reports and a 1957 sighting of a disc-shaped flying saucer above a detonation site. Dr. Richard Laurence believes that extraterrestrials are concerned about the effects of atomic power and that the increase in these incidents is linked to the development of nuclear power and weapons, though he also believes they are 'quite friendly.'

SUN

A brief note reports UFOs the size of basketballs seen sending out searchlight beams by passengers in two planes flying across north-west China, with no response to light signals.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine appears to cover a range of topics including religious/philosophical interpretations (Buddhism), investigative journalism into government cover-ups (Windscale), and reports on unexplained phenomena (UFOs). There is a clear interest in challenging established narratives, whether it's questioning the divinity of the Buddha or exposing alleged government secrecy. The UFO articles suggest an open-minded approach, giving credence to police sightings and even abduction claims, while also acknowledging the skepticism from figures like Patrick Moore. The article on Windscale highlights a critical stance towards government transparency and the potential dangers of nuclear technology. The overall editorial stance seems to be one of inquiry, skepticism towards official accounts, and an openness to exploring controversial or unexplained subjects.

This issue of the magazine, dated January 22, 1988, and published by The Star (UK), focuses on various UFO and unexplained phenomena reports from around the world, with a significant emphasis on incidents in Australia.

Australian UFO Encounters

The lead story, "Riddle of the eggcup UFO," details two credible, separate encounters in Australia.

The Knowles Family Incident

Faye Knowles, a mother of three, reported that her car was chased by an "eggcup-shaped" flying object along a remote highway. During the encounter, her speech and that of her sons became slurred. The object allegedly plucked the car from the ground and covered it in a sort of volcanic ash. Police initially skeptical, began treating the reports seriously after investigation. Forensic scientists were to examine the blackish powdery ash found inside and outside Mrs. Knowles's car. She stated she was driving through the Nullarbor Plain from Perth when she saw a glowing object in her rear window at 2:45 am. Sgt. Jim Furnell of Ceduna police described how the object "picked the car up off the road, shook it quite violently and forced the car back with such pressure that one of the tyres was blown." The family's voices were distorted, as if they were talking in slow motion. Mrs. Knowles had to drive nearly 400 miles to report the incident, and her car was damaged and covered in ash. The family was reportedly shaken.

Tuna Boat Crew Report

Separately, the crew of a tuna boat 50 miles away reported being buzzed by an unidentified flying object, and their voices also became blurred. Police noted that the sightings occurred minutes apart, and the fishing crew could not have known about the Knowles family's experience.

Highway Chase by the Aliens

Another article, "Highway Chase by the Aliens" by Chris Anderson, elaborates on the Knowles family's experience. Mrs. Knowles appeared on television to describe the ordeal. She and her three sons were driving across the Nullarbor Plains from Perth when a "huge, egg cup-shaped object" loomed into their rear-view mirror. Despite accelerating, they could not lose the UFO. After stopping and hiding in bushes, the craft waited. When they re-entered the car, it pursued them. The UFO then "pounced on the Ford felstar saloon, clinging to the roof." Mrs. Knowles recounted, "I wound down the window, it came in the car like smoke. I thought we were going to die." She described a feeling of going "silly" and that "something was going into our heads." The car was picked up from the road and shaken violently. Her sons, Patrick (24), Sean (21), and Wayne (18), tried to shout, but their voices became slurred. The car was returned to the ground with force, bursting a tyre. Patrick described something getting a grip on the car, which began to smoke. The dogs in the car became agitated. The car interior smelled foul, like "dead bodies or something." Truck driver Graham Hewley found the family bewildered and frightened in a road house. He noted soot all over the car and four dents, as if it had been picked up by a magnet. He also mentioned that truck drivers had seen mysterious lights over that stretch of road for 30 years. Another truck driver and a car driver traveling in the opposite direction also reported seeing the UFO. The Royal Australian Air Force was warned and launching its own investigation.

Alien Bodies and Government Cover-ups

US Govt. Team Found Dead Aliens

An article reports that according to UFO researcher Timothy Good, the United States conducted a top-secret investigation after World War Two and found the bodies of four humanoids from a crashed flying saucer. Good's book, "Above Top Secret: The Worldwide UFO Cover Up," claims a committee codenamed Majestic-12, set up by President Harry Truman, examined reports of unidentified aircraft. Following a farmer's report in 1947, the committee searched a remote area in New Mexico and found the bodies of four humanoid creatures. A briefing paper by then CIA head Roscoe Hillenkoetter for President-Elect Dwight Eisenhower allegedly stated that "four small human-like beings had apparently ejected from the craft at some point before it exploded." These beings had fallen to earth about two miles east of the wreckage site, dead and decomposed. However, inquiries in US archives failed to authenticate the briefing paper, suggesting it could be part of an elaborate hoax.

Alien Bodies

This section reiterates the claims from Timothy Good's book about the CIA discovering the remains of four extra-terrestrials near a supposed UFO crash site in New Mexico in 1952. The claims were denied by US authorities, who called the memo a counterfeit. However, Dr. Roger Westcott, Professor of Linguistics at the University of Tennessee, supported the document's authenticity by comparing the style of the report to personal letters written by Hillenkoetter.

Eduard Meier's Contactee Claims

Like a cool wind going across your forehead

This article discusses a controversial new book, "Light Years" by Gary Kinder, detailing the story of Eduard Meier, a Swiss man who claims to have been in regular contact with aliens from outer space. Meier, who has only one arm and once studied Buddhism, claims to have been telepathically contacted by aliens from a planet in the Pleiades star cluster since the age of five. He describes the contact as feeling "like a cool wind going across your forehead." The aliens allegedly directed him to remote locations where they landed a spaceship about 21 feet across and met him. Initially dismissed, Meier gained credibility when he produced clear pictures of the spaceship and a diary detailing his meetings and conversations with an alien named 'Semjase,' described as a 330-year-old female. The diary was noted for its detailed scientific facts, despite Meier being a simple farmer with no formal education. He also showed scientists perfectly round landing tracks in the grass that could not be reproduced. However, some UFO investigating organizations in the US dismiss Meier's claims as a hoax, though they cannot explain how he could have faked the evidence. The article concludes by noting that many scientists believe intelligent life probably exists on other planets.

Other Unexplained Phenomena

Concrete welcome mat for UFO's

In Elmwood, Wisconsin, a two-square-mile concrete welcome mat for UFOs is being planned. Tom Weber, founder of the UFO Site Corp, stated that residents have made 25 to 30 UFO sightings in recent years, convincing them to build the landing strip. Weber is seeking funding from believers worldwide for the project, which would include landing lights and a communications system manned by scientists.

We've found Yeti

A team of researchers, led by Igor Tatsl, has reportedly come within 30 to 35 yards of a creature believed to be an abominable snowman in the Pamir mountains of Soviet Central Asia. The group from Kiev is preparing for another trip. They noted several night visits by the creature to their camp, and believe it is showing interest and attempting to make contact.

Scientists discover 'hole' in Antarctica's ozone layer

Indian scientists conducting experiments in Antarctica have discovered a mysterious 'hole' in the earth's ozone layer. Dr. H. P. Rajan described it as one of the most challenging discoveries in atmospheric chemistry, with "absolutely unprecedented proportions." Scientists warn that pollution is destroying the ozone layer, potentially leading to a rise in skin cancer cases, and the cause of the hole remains unclear.

Bermuda triangle mystery resolved?

According to Soviet scientist Genrikh Talalayevski, a new theory explains phenomena in the Bermuda Triangle. His calculations suggest that rotating bodies lose weight, and at critical speeds, gain negative weight. He experimentally proved that a gyroscope rotating at high speed becomes 14 percent lighter. Talalayevski explains tornadoes using this data and believes whirlpool formations in the ocean are key to the Bermuda Triangle's mysteries. His theory posits that gravitational anomalies emerge in the center of oceanic whirls, causing ships to be pulled to the bottom by powerful gravitational forces.

POLICE ENCOUNTER

This article recounts the experience of Alan, a former police constable from Todmorden, West Yorks, who claims he saw a diamond-shaped UFO hovering five feet off the ground. He alleges this led to a police "hush up." Under hypnosis, Alan described being kidnapped by the object, feeling a floating sensation, and being examined by a seven-foot-tall being inside a spaceship with a giant VDU screen. He was strapped with wires, and "robot-type machines" plugged into him, making noises like Morse code. The British Unidentified Flying Object Research Association took up his case.

Acknowledgements for Press Cuttings

The magazine lists numerous press cuttings from various publications, primarily in the UK and Sri Lanka, dating from January 1988 to June 1987, which contributed to the articles in this issue. These include titles such as "Flying Saucer Squad Prompts UFO Dispute," "UFO Lands on Car," "Alien Bodies," "We've Found Yeti," and "Police Encounter."

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are UFO sightings, alien encounters, alleged government cover-ups, and other unexplained phenomena such as Yeti sightings, ozone layer anomalies, and Bermuda Triangle mysteries. The editorial stance appears to be one of reporting on these phenomena with a degree of seriousness, particularly the Australian UFO case, while also acknowledging skepticism and the need for detailed investigation, as indicated by the "Editors note" on page 3 and the acknowledgement of potential hoaxes in some reports.

Title: THE JOURNAL OF....
Issue: No. 9, No. 10, No. 11
Volume/Year: 1488 (interpreted as 1988)
Publisher: The Sri Lanka UFO Register
Country: Sri Lanka
Language: English
Document Type: Magazine Issue

This issue of "The Journal of...." is a continuation from Cover Page 2 and presents a collection of articles related to UFO phenomena. The publication is identified as being from The Sri Lanka UFO Register, with the year 1488 likely indicating 1988. The journal explicitly states it is a non-religious and non-political publication dedicated to studying all facets of the UFO mystery. It clarifies that contributions do not necessarily reflect editorial policy, and the views and opinions expressed are personal.

Featured Articles and Content

Issue No. 9

• Flying Saucer Lands in Sri Lanka: A report detailing a UFO landing in Sri Lanka.
• THE BREATHING GALAXY: A Study of The Aetherius Society: Part III: This article delves into a study of "The Aetherius Society," focusing on the search for life beyond Earth and organic matter in Halley's Comet.
• The Face on Mars: An article discussing the phenomenon known as "The Face on Mars."
• Slowing Red UFO Over Paddy Field: A description of a UFO sighting.
• Mars and the Windscale Blunder: This piece connects the planet Mars with the Windscale nuclear accident.
• UFOs Sighted Over Alaska: A report on UFO sightings in Alaska.
• Animal Warnings of UFOs: An exploration into whether animals exhibit warnings related to UFO activity.

Issue No. 10

• Some Early UFOs in Sri Lanka: An article examining early UFO sightings within Sri Lanka.
• Sacred This Earth of Ours: The title suggests a spiritual or philosophical perspective on Earth.
• How Aetherius Broke The News About Russia's Nuclear Tragedy: This article appears to link "Aetherius" (likely referring to The Aetherius Society) with the reporting of a nuclear tragedy in Russia.
• Sun In Role of Water Purifier: An article exploring the sun's potential role in purifying water.
• News and Views: A section likely containing general updates and opinions.

Sri Lanka UFO Register Secretary Information

The secretary for The Sri Lanka UFO Register is identified as:

• Name: SUMEDHA HEWAVITARNE
• Address: 6/D/78, Jayawadanagama, Wickramasinghe pura, Battaramulla, SRI LANKA.

Copyright and Editorial Policy

The copyright for this publication is held by The Sri Lanka UFO Register, dated 1488 (1988). The journal's mission is to provide a platform for the study of UFOs without religious or political bias. The editorial stance emphasizes that individual contributions represent personal viewpoints and do not necessarily align with the journal's official policy.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue revolve around UFO sightings and related phenomena, including extraterrestrial life, space exploration (Halley's Comet, Mars), and the potential implications of these events. There is a specific focus on UFO activity within Sri Lanka, as well as international sightings in places like Alaska. The editorial stance is one of open inquiry, encouraging the sharing of personal observations and research within the broad scope of the UFO mystery, while maintaining a clear separation between contributor opinions and official editorial positions.