Stigmata - Issue 13

Magazine Overview

Title: STIGMATA
Issue: 13
Volume: Second Quarter - 1981
Date: 1981-04
Publisher: PROJECT STIGMA
Country: USA
Language: English
Price: $1.50

This issue of STIGMATA, titled 'THE PROJECT STIGMA REPORT ON THE CONTINUING INVESTIGATION INTO THE OCCURRENCE OF ANIMAL MUTILATIONS', delves into several perplexing cases of animal mutilations, primarily focusing on incidents in Colorado during 1980 and 1981. The magazine provides detailed accounts, witness testimonies, and preliminary scientific analyses.

Subscription and Back Issue Information

STIGMATA is published quarterly. All 1980 issues (numbers 8, 9, 10, & 11) are available for $5.00, and all 1981 issues (numbers 12, 13, and the upcoming 14 & 15) are also available for $5.00. Single copies of any of these editions cost $1.50. Limited back issues, editions 4 and 5, are available for $2.00 per copy while supplies last. The publication's address is PROJECT STIGMA, P.O. BOX 1094, PARIS, TEXAS 75460.

Payment instructions are provided for Canadian and international subscribers, requiring payment in U.S. cash or checks drawn on U.S. banks. For foreign subscribers, alternative exchange agreements can be arranged if direct payment is not feasible.

A note regarding this edition explains that it is being rushed to print in early March due to an impending postal rate increase, which may cause delays for the next issue, STIGMATA #14, expected in the summer of 1981.

COVERT CAPERS CROWN COLORADO COW CASE

This section details the discovery of two mutilated steer calves on September 16, 1980, on Roland Ball's ranch in Briggsdale, Weld County, Colorado. One calf, dead for approximately 5 days, had an ear removed deep into the skull and its tail cut off. The other calf, dead for no more than 48 hours and located 1.5 miles east, had its tongue and external areas around the belly and rectum removed. There was no bloat, and no signs of struggle were evident, though the mother cow was present at the site.

Iona Hoeppner, a science teacher with degrees in physics, biology, and chemistry, and some medical school background, was involved in collecting samples. On September 18th, she, along with Mrs. Ball, visited the site of the second calf. Weld County Sheriff Harold Andrews and his investigators had already collected samples. A 'perfect four-inch circle' of hide was cut from the calf's belly, with the flesh underneath untouched by scavengers. The sheriff also took a triangular piece of hide.

Mrs. Hoeppner subsequently cut out a portion of hide including the original cut and the sheriff's incision. She attempted to draw blood but instead obtained about 5 cubic centimeters of a transparent maroon-colored fluid from the carotid artery, which she believed to be serum and corpuscles. Near the calf's head, she found a pool of red-colored fluid, approximately 3-4 cm deep and 12-13 cm across, which did not appear to be evaporating or absorbing into the ground. She collected a vial of this fluid. Two puncture wounds, about 5 cm apart, were found on the back of the neck, noted for the absence of interstitial fluid or blood. The calf's tongue had also been cut out.

Mrs. Hoeppner took the samples to her school's science laboratory. She prepared stains, set up cultures, and examined the hide sample under a microscope. Later that night, her husband and a friend assisted her in securing the lab. The following morning, the lab was found in disarray, with fluid and culture samples missing. The lock on the lab door was not secure, suggesting an intruder gained access. A container of formaldehyde was left behind, but methyl alcohol was gone.

On September 20th, Mrs. Hoeppner contacted the Weld County Sheriff's Office. The samples taken by the sheriff had been forwarded to Colorado State University but were reported as 'misplaced'. Mrs. Hoeppner's friend at CSU confirmed they had arrived. Sheriff Harold Andrews reported that the hide sample showed a 'very definite, smooth cut' that differed from the sheriff's own cut and was jagged and uneven.

Further Analysis and Findings

On September 20th, Mrs. Hoeppner returned to the mutilation site. She noted that while maggots were present 'everywhere' else, they avoided the original incisions. She collected more fluid samples and seven other fluid samples from the body. Back in her lab, she hid the real samples and placed 'dummy' specimens out, which were subsequently stolen, indicating someone with knowledge of her activities was involved.

Two key findings from her analysis are presented:

1. The reddish fluid: Described as thinner than blood and non-organic, it contained no detectable bacteria and was extremely sterile. Under a microscope, it contained 'strange looking rectangles' (10 microns by 3 microns) and small crystals (one by two microns). This fluid remained on the ground for at least two weeks, leaving a discoloration and killing the grass. Other liquids tested (water, carbon tetrachloride, potassium chloride, mineral oil) penetrated the ground easily, with mineral oil being absorbed more slowly.
2. The hide section: This included the mutilators' cut, the sheriff's cut, and Mrs. Hoeppner's incision. Microscopic examination revealed that the mutilators' cut was not a cut or laser burn, and no cells were destroyed. The cells were separated precisely along their boundaries, a phenomenon Mrs. Hoeppner stated she believed mankind could not replicate. This sample, now frozen, was submitted for further analysis.

Other Colorado Reports - 1980

This section presents several other animal mutilation cases from Colorado in 1980:

• EL PASO COUNTY (South of Simla): The death and mutilation of a 16-year-old quarter horse stud named 'Skip Easy Cash' on April 22-23, 1980. The horse was found with its right ear cut off, the right side of its lower lip sliced away, and strips of skin removed from the genitals. A circle of tissue was cut around the right eyeball. A possible helicopter sound was heard prior to the discovery. The official investigation attributed the death to natural causes and scavenging, but the owner, Robert Blake, suggested otherwise.

• RAMAH AREA: Another horse, 'Rebel', owned by the Gary Bohrer family, was found mutilated on Monday, April 21, 1980, missing its right eyelid, part of its right ear, and some internal organs, with the anal area 'reamed' out and the penis 'skinned'. This was the second horse mutilation in the area within weeks.

• KENOSHA PASS (PARK COUNTY): On July 16, 1980, a marmot carcass was found spread-eagled with a precise, round hole about a quarter-inch deep near its armpit, with no blood evidence. The carcass was flipped over, and the hole was described as if made by a cookie cutter.

• WELD COUNTY (North of Briggsdale): On September 2, 1980, a 6-year-old bull was found mutilated on the Eagle Rock Ranch. A 'perfect square cut out of the belly where the udder had been' was noted.

Further Case Details and Investigations

'Skip Easy Cash' Horse Mutilation: The horse lay on its left side, with the right ear cut off at the scalp, the right side of the lower lip sliced away, and strips of skin removed from the genitals. A circle of tissue around the right eyeball was removed. Two small puncture wounds were found on the left flank, suspected by a deputy to be from small caliber bullets, but the owner wondered if darts could have made them. The carcass showed a remarkable lack of deterioration, with no flies, ants, or predators touching it for about a month after death, unlike a nearby downed cow that stank considerably.

On May 30, 1980, Linda Howe and UFO investigator Richard Sigismond visited the site. They used ultraviolet light and a geiger counter. An abnormality was detected by the geiger counter on a bent and twisted tree 8 feet away from the horse, which also showed higher-than-normal radioactivity according to the sheriff's team. Using black light, a rectangular patch of fluorescence was visible on the horse's head under the damaged right eye, which was cut out for analysis. A non-fluorescing 'control' patch was also taken. Three weeks after the horse's death, some of Blake's sheep developed a bluish-white eye coloration and foamed at the mouth; their eyes glowed blue-white under ultraviolet light.

An independent lab in New Mexico confirmed the fluorescence of the horse's hide sample under ultraviolet light. The report notes that hallucinogens like LSD can produce fluorescence, but LSD has not been detected in mute samples.

WELD COUNTY (Younglund Ranch): On May 26, 1980, five cows were found dead in a line. One cow, appearing to have died of larkspur poisoning, was bloated and scavenged. The other four cows, however, were not bloated and showed no signs of scavenging. They had 'perfect square cut out of the belly where the udder had been' and their rectums were 'cored out' to a depth of 6 inches. On two of these cows, half of the face was gone to the bone. The cuts appeared 'straight' and not torn. There were no tracks or signs of struggle, except around the poisoned cow. Linda Howe asked Monty Younglund to compare predator/scavenger damage versus mutilation damage, and he noted the rectums on the four cows were smaller, perfectly round holes, unlike the torn rectums of the poisoned cow.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are the meticulous documentation of animal mutilation cases, the detailed descriptions of the physical evidence (precise cuts, missing organs, unusual substances), and the attempts to apply scientific analysis to these phenomena. The magazine highlights the work of individuals like Iona Hoeppner and reporters like Linda Moulton Howe who are dedicated to investigating these unexplained events. The editorial stance appears to be one of serious inquiry, presenting evidence and findings from various sources, including law enforcement and scientific analysis, while acknowledging the baffling nature of the mutilations and the lack of conventional explanations. The publication aims to inform its readers about ongoing investigations and the challenges in understanding these occurrences.

Title: Project Stigma
Issue: 11
Volume: 1
Date: October 1980
Publisher: Project Stigma
Country: USA
Language: English

This issue of Project Stigma delves into several perplexing cases of animal mutilations and unexplained aerial phenomena, presenting detailed investigations and theoretical discussions. It features a new recurring segment, "The AMP Report," which inaugurates with a review of Thomas Bearden's book "Excalibur Briefing."

Case Studies: Animal Mutilations

Oklahoma Bull Mutilation

Virgil Prewett, owner of the Eagle Rock Ranch in Alfalfa County, Oklahoma, reported the mutilation of his bull. The carcass was found lying flat on its back, with no signs of struggle or tracks in the soft sand. Key findings included the removal of both eyeballs, the tongue, and the testicles and penis, with clean cuts. Frazier, who examined the carcass, noted that the eyeballs appeared to have been removed when the bull was upright, and the tongue removal was precise. Unlike typical predator activity, there were no signs of scavenging on the mutilated bull, even when coyotes readily consumed another cow found nearby. Prewett suspects the mutilation was not done at the site where the bull was found and suggested the possibility of cult involvement or the use of a helicopter for transport.

Colorado Steer Calf Mutilation

Rancher Orvil Harms of Weld County, Colorado, discovered a five-month-old steer calf that had not been present the previous Monday. The calf's genitals had been removed in a 24-inch long, 3-inch wide oval cut. The rectum was cored out, and both ears were removed with what appeared to be a scalpel. A 6-inch by 6-inch oval of hide was missing from the nose area. There were no tracks or signs of a struggle, but a liquid was present on the ground, possibly from bloat. County Sheriff Harold Andrews investigated. Notably, coyotes, which were known to be starving, pulled chunks of hide off other carcasses but did not touch Harms' mutilated calf, leading him to speculate about a "human smell" associated with it.

Iowa Bull Calf Mutilation

On May 11, 1980, James Waterhouse of Washington County, Iowa, found his bull calf's remains. The field was dry and hard, showing no signs of struggle, tracks, or blood. The calf lay on its left side, with both eyes removed and some blood in the sockets. The tongue was removed with "hacking cuts," and blood smears on the shoulder suggested the mutilator(s) wiped their hands or instruments. The scrotum and testicles were removed with a clean incision. The calf was last seen alive on May 9, 1980. A necropsy examination was conducted by veterinary pathologists at Iowa State University. They confirmed that the animal had been cut with a sharp instrument, not predators, and that the removal of the eyes and tongue was expertly done. The necropsy summary noted large hairless areas from dragging, a possible intravenous injection site in the jugular groove, and a subcutaneous blood clot in the abdominal area. Chemical analysis of stomach contents did not reveal arsenic or strychnine. The preliminary results suggested human intervention due to the precise nature of the lesions.

Unexplained Phenomena: Mystery Helicopter

Littleton, Colorado Sighting

On September 23, 1980, John Cumby and his family in Littleton, Colorado, witnessed an object that appeared to be a helicopter flying at a low altitude. The object stopped, then ascended slowly, changing from a dark color to a silver tint and transforming into a ball-shaped object, smaller than the original craft. Cumby's mother-in-law later saw the "ball" assume a "square shape" at an altitude of 4,000 feet, with an elongated appendage moving in a "fluttering" motion. The object then ascended rapidly and vanished. An unrelated account from April 1978 in the same area involved a house doorbell sounding continuously, a shower door shattering, and a massager activating, puzzling an electrician.

The AMP Report: Review of "Excalibur Briefing"

This section introduces David Perkins, director of the Animal Mutilation Probe (AMP), who reviews Thomas E. Bearden's book "Excalibur Briefing: Explaining Paranormal Phenomena." Perkins highlights Bearden's hypothesis that cattle mutilations are "crown jewels" of paranormal events, linked to the human collective unconscious and materialized entities called "tulpoids." Bearden suggests these tulpoids are responsible for various phenomena, including mutilations, UFOs, and occupants. The book posits that the mutilations are "materialized precognitive nightmares" serving as a warning of a massive Soviet attack on the U.S., driven by hate pressure transmitted through a "psi channel."

Bearden's theory suggests that the entire human unconscious mind is linked, and thoughts have energy. Through a process called "kindling," the unconscious can materialize symbolic dreams representing unsolved conflicts. The tulpa concept, introduced to the West from Tibet, is central to this idea. Bearden substantiates his theory with data from modern physics, psychology, and parapsychology, proposing a "new" model of reality involving biofields, psychotronic devices, and hyperspatial flux.

Part Three of Bearden's book, "New Military Applications of Psi Research," directly implicates the Soviets. The "Fer-de-Lance" attack plan allegedly calls for quick annihilation of the U.S. using "fantastic" weapons. Mutilations are seen as nature's way of warning about the vast hate emanating from the Soviet Union. John White, in his introduction to Bearden's work, acknowledges that Bearden might be dismissed as a "paranoid crackpot" but urges readers not to overlook his contributions to paranormal research, noting that Bearden is tackling both paranormal phenomena and the "case against the Soviets."

The issue also touches upon earlier research by Andrija Puharich and Andrew Michrowski, suggesting that the Soviets have been experimenting with Tesla-style transmitting devices since at least 1976, capable of influencing behavior through mind control via pulsed electromagnetic signals.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are animal mutilations, unexplained aerial phenomena (UFOs/helicopters), and the exploration of unconventional theories to explain these events. The magazine presents detailed case studies, including necropsy results, and delves into speculative explanations, such as cult activity, extraterrestrial involvement, and even Soviet psychological warfare. The editorial stance appears to be one of open investigation into these phenomena, presenting evidence and theories without necessarily endorsing them, while acknowledging the controversial nature of some of the claims, particularly those linking paranormal events to geopolitical conflicts. The inclusion of "The AMP Report" signals an intent to explore a broader range of paranormal theories and research.

This issue of STIGMATA, published in 1981 by Thomas R. Adams, delves into the complex relationship between geopolitical events, psychological phenomena, and unexplained sightings. The primary focus is on the theory that UFOs and other paranormal events are manifestations of collective unconscious conflicts, particularly those arising from the Cold War.

Conflict as the Source of ALL Paranormal Phenomena

The article "Conflict as the Source of ALL Paranormal Phenomena" by Tom Bearden posits that individual dreams reflect personal unresolved conflicts, while 'tulpoids'—materialized phenomena of the collective unconscious—represent larger societal conflicts. Bearden argues that the Cold War was the direct catalyst for UFO 'tulpoids,' with waves of sightings correlating to periods of heightened global tension. Specific examples cited include ghost rockets over Scandinavia in 1946, linked to Soviet domination fears; UFO waves in 1947 coinciding with the Kenneth Arnold sighting; periods during the Korean War (1950-1952); the Sputnik launch triggering a 1959/60 wave; the 1973 UFO wave, marked by increased abductions and close encounters, during the Arab/Israeli War and near U.S./U.S.S.R. confrontations; and the 1975-77 wave of livestock mutilations in the U.S. 'Heartland,' attributed to the completion of Soviet attack preparations.

The author acknowledges that this symbolic interpretation is challenging, particularly the direct correlation between Soviet intentions and cattle mutilations. A Jungian-style interpretation suggests the cow symbolizes the Western female, and its violation (through mutilation) represents a broader violation of the U.S. and its 'lifeblood' being drained, symbolizing a loss of power and potency.

The article questions whether Bearden's interpretation is colored by his personal anxieties about the Soviet threat and whether he is using mutilations as 'ammunition' in a crusade against the Soviets. It raises the possibility that Russian actions might be part of a psychological warfare game to induce fear. The piece concludes by posing the dilemma of whether to confront the Soviet threat, thereby intensifying the Cold War mentality that produces more tulpoids, or to dismiss the threat.

Serious researchers are encouraged to read Bearden's "EXCALIBUR BRIEFING" for further information. The publication solicits feedback and new information from its readers.

EXCALIBUR BRIEFING and SPECULA

"EXCALIBUR BRIEFING" is presented as a Walnut Hill book published by Strawberry Hill Press. Copies can be obtained for $9.95 postpaid by sending a check or money order to EXCALIBUR in Huntsville, Alabama. Tom Bearden is also the editor of "SPECULA," a quarterly journal from the American Association of Meta-Science (A.A.M.S.), also based in Huntsville, Alabama.

MISC. MUTE MEANDERINGS

This section continues a follow-up on reports of possible "cult" activity, potentially related to animal mutilations. It details numerous sightings of one to seven hooded men (some robed, some wearing dark clothing with pillow-case-type hoods) in the New Waverly area of southern Walker County, Texas, during October and November of 1980. A teenaged girl was reportedly grabbed by two of these men but was released. A woman observed them milling around in a field and her yard, describing them as "scrambling around and scratching on the ground." No physical evidence was found after they left. Airplanes were also reported dipping to treetop level over the field where the men were seen. A vigilante committee was formed, and the reports ceased after November.

Dr. Nancy H. Owen, an anthropologist from the University of Arkansas, has received a grant to continue her research into livestock mutilations in Arkansas. She is scheduled to present a paper on the subject at the Southern Anthropological Society meetings in Ft. Worth, Texas, in April 1981. Regarding comments on her compilation of the Rommel mutilation report, Dr. Owen clarifies that she wrote the text based on information provided by Rommel and regrets that the manuscript was not more carefully edited, attributing spelling errors to typos rather than deliberate slurs.

The magazine ARKANSAS TIMES is cited as reporting that Dr. Owen is "satisfied that mundane or natural causes explain most mutilations." However, she still views the reports as a "classic example of how rumors are born, spread and eventually established as 'national lore.'" The story of these rumors is traced from the "Snippy the horse" case in Colorado in 1967, through a "diso jockey's joke" about cut-up cows in 1974, to its continuation as a "virulent form of a self-fulfilling, modern media phenomenon."

Future STIGMATA issues are slated to include more 1980 reports from Texas and Canada, international cases, and 1981 reports.

SPECIAL NOTICE

This edition of STIGMATA is being sent to law enforcement agencies, requesting their assistance in reporting potential live stock mutilations within their jurisdictions, especially if the carcass is fresh. The goal is to connect law enforcement agencies or livestock owners with individuals in their area who can acquire samples from the victim animal. These specimens will be analyzed in cooperating laboratories. This initiative is particularly focused on areas like New Mexico, Colorado (especially Northern Colorado or Southern Wyoming), and the northern half of Texas, where laboratories are located. Efforts are being made to find labs in other areas or to arrange for sample transport. Immediate notification via telephone (Code 214) 784-5922 is crucial.

Follow-up on Littleton, Colorado Case

Reader Donald H. Robey of Huntington Beach, California, writes in response to the Littleton, Colorado case described in STIGMATA #12. His letter recalls a sighting by a bomber pilot in WW II of a fiery ball, a "Foo Fighter," that turned into an airplane. Robey suggests that if the Colorado incident occurred as reported, it lends credibility to the 1944 sighting.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue revolve around the psychological underpinnings of paranormal phenomena, particularly UFOs and animal mutilations, and their perceived connection to geopolitical tensions like the Cold War. The magazine presents a Jungian perspective, linking external events to internal psychological states and collective anxieties. There's a strong emphasis on research and investigation, as evidenced by the ongoing work of Dr. Nancy H. Owen and the call for information from readers and law enforcement. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry into unexplained phenomena, while also critically examining the interpretations and potential biases of researchers like Tom Bearden. The publication actively seeks to document and analyze these events, encouraging a dialogue between researchers and the public.