Tellus - 1973 vol 4 No 6

Magazine Overview

Title: Tellus
Issue: No. 6
Volume: Årgång 4 (Year 4)
Date: 1973
Publisher: Malmö Interplanetariska Sällskap
Country: Sweden
Language: Swedish

This issue of Tellus magazine, published by the Malmö Interplanetariska Sällskap, focuses on themes of psychic abilities, reincarnation, and UFO phenomena. The cover prominently features the title 'Tellus' alongside an illustration of the Earth and a flying saucer, with the main headline "Jag är fjärrskådare..." (I am a clairvoyant...). The magazine serves as an organ for the society, aiming to share research and information on topics including astronomy, space research, ancient cultures, parapsychology, religion, and flying saucers.

Table of Contents (Ur Innehållet)

The table of contents lists several intriguing articles:

• Jag är fjärrskådare... (I am a clairvoyant...)
• "Nu lever jag mitt trettonde... liv på jorden". ("Now I am living my thirteenth... life on Earth.")
• Den nyare forskningen talar.. (The newer research speaks..)
• U.F.O. Rapporter.. (U.F.O. Reports..)
• Efter detta inget hokus pokus. (After this, no hocus pocus.)
• Vår gåtfulla Värld. (Our enigmatic World.)

Malmö Interplanetariska Sällskap

Page 2 provides information about the Malmö Interplanetariska Sällskap. It states that Tellus is an organ for the society, which aims to spread information on topics like astronomy, space research, ancient cultures, parapsychology, religion, and flying saucers. The society holds meetings on the first Friday of each month (except July-August) and welcomes new members. Contact information is provided for the chairman, E. Johansson, and secretary, S. Svensson, along with a postal giro number.

Article: Jag är fjärrskådare (I am a clairvoyant)

This article, a summary from 'THIS WEEK MAGAZINE' retold by Jhan and June Robbins, tells the story of Sam Benson, an American shopkeeper who is clairvoyant. Benson describes his abilities, which manifest from a young age. He recounts an incident where he foresaw his father being involved in a streetcar accident and helping the injured. His clairvoyance also helped him identify gifts for his siblings. He shares another experience where he foresaw a man named Herr Fanelli collapsing from paralysis due to a spinal inflammation, which occurred on the same day he dreamt it. Benson also describes a vision of his friend Martin Engels falling from scaffolding, which tragically came true a few days later. He reflects on whether he could have prevented these events. He also recounts a night when he woke up sensing a fire at his mother-in-law's house, which turned out to be true. Benson notes that his clairvoyance sometimes negatively impacted his business, as customers felt uncomfortable when he knew exactly what they needed before they asked.

Article: "Nu lever jag mitt trettonde... liv på jorden" ("Now I am living my thirteenth... life on Earth.")

This section features Ann-Gerd Linander, who at 23 years old, is convinced she has lived thirteen previous lives. She believes her past lives include being a temple virgin in India, and having lived in Italy, Egypt, Israel, France, Greece, England, and as a Native American in North America. She is currently living in Sweden. Linander recounts hearing voices, including one she believes was her sister from a past life, Angelica, who contacted her. She has also had experiences with spirit guides, such as Giovanni, who has encouraged her painting in an Italian Renaissance style. She describes a group spiritualist experience where they believed they made contact with a flying saucer, and a frightening encounter with a materialized Spanish woman in her room. Linander asserts that this 'inner world' is her reality and that the true life begins after death.

Article: Den nyare forskningen talar allt starkare för att vi lever flera liv (The newer research speaks ever stronger for the fact that we live multiple lives)

This section presents perspectives on reincarnation and life after death. A private individual expresses conviction in the existence of a spiritual part of humans that survives death. However, a researcher notes the lack of scientific proof for reincarnation but acknowledges that the available material leans more towards supporting life after death than refuting it. Dr. Nils-Olof Jacobson from Lund, who has researched parapsychological problems for about ten years, states that while he has investigated about thirty cases in Sweden, definitive proof of reincarnation remains elusive, though some cases are highly suggestive. The article notes that the concept of reincarnation is ancient and widespread, particularly in India and surrounding regions, but also present in other cultures. The influence of Christianity in the West is suggested as a reason for the less common belief in reincarnation there, as it conflicts with the doctrine of eternal hell. The article also touches upon the increasing interest in occultism and spiritualism in the West, which may be contributing to a growing belief in reincarnation. The possibility of animals also reincarnating is raised, and there is a call for increased research into life after death, with the hope that definitive proof might emerge within the current generation's lifetime.

Article: U.F.O. Rapporter (U.F.O. Reports)

This section details a UFO sighting by E. Ahlén Hbg in Katterjåk, 3 km from the Swedish-Norwegian border, in late August 1972. While resting in a sports lodge, Ahlén was woken by an unsettling feeling and went to the kitchen for water. He observed a bright, hovering object with a mercury-lamp-like glow at low altitude. He initially dismissed it as a lamp for aircraft. Later, upon inspecting the mast of the meteorological station, he realized the object was not a spotlight and that its position did not align with any known celestial body or aircraft navigation light. Despite having photographic equipment, his initial skepticism prevented him from documenting the event.

Article: Efter detta inget hokus pokus (After this, no hocus pocus)

This section features Per Ragnar, who discusses the continuation of life and experiences. He believes that our current existence is a sum of experiences from previous lives. Ragnar has produced TV programs about the continuation of life and receives many inquiries from people seeking to understand these concepts.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue of Tellus are the exploration of the paranormal, particularly clairvoyance and reincarnation, alongside reports of UFO sightings. The magazine appears to adopt an open-minded stance, presenting personal testimonies and research findings that suggest the existence of phenomena beyond conventional scientific understanding. There is a clear interest in spiritualism, past lives, and the possibility of life beyond physical death, positioning these as subjects worthy of investigation and discussion. The editorial stance seems to be one of encouraging curiosity and inquiry into these enigmatic aspects of existence.

Title: VAR GATTURA VÄRLD
Issue: 11
Volume: 12
Issue Date: 1977 (inferred from 'Vand' and context)
Publisher: Forum
Country: Sweden
Language: Swedish
Cover Headline: Levande batterier (Living Batteries)

Article: Levande batterier (Living Batteries)

The main article of this issue, "Levande batterier," explores the phenomenon of individuals who seem to possess unusual electrical properties, often referred to as 'living batteries.' The article presents several case studies that challenge conventional scientific understanding.

Case of Jennie Moran

The article begins by recounting the story of Jennie Moran, a young woman from Sedalia, Missouri, who was described as being 'charged with high-voltage electricity.' Medical science, unable to explain or treat her condition, reportedly advised ignoring it. Dr. Ashcraft, initially skeptical, experienced firsthand the effects of Jennie's abilities when he touched her and was thrown backward, finding himself on the ground surrounded by concerned friends. Jennie, a thin and nervous seventeen-year-old, would emit sparks from her fingertips when she touched objects, and the electrical charge in her body was so strong that it could injure her. This made social interaction difficult, as people were often shocked when they touched her, and even her family's cat avoided her after receiving 'electric shocks.' Fortunately, Jennie's unusual powers subsided as she grew older, and she eventually became a 'completely normal young woman.'

Case of Caroline Clare

The magazine then introduces another case, that of Caroline Clare from Bondon, Canada, reported in 1877. At seventeen, Caroline was unusually heavy for her age. She suddenly fell ill, and despite medical examinations revealing no specific ailment, she lost half her body weight in a short period. Concurrently, her psychological state drastically changed. She began to suffer from convulsions, during which her body would stiffen, her eyes would stare blankly, and she would utter long, detailed descriptions of distant places and environments she had never visited. This baffled those around her, as she had rarely left her hometown.

Case of Louis A. Hamburger

Another case presented is that of Louis A. Hamburger, a sixteen-year-old from Maryland, who gained attention around 1890 for his unusual abilities. He could make heavy metallic objects dangle from his fingertips. Researchers from the Maryland Institute, where he was examined, were astonished. They observed him levitating metal tubes up to three decimeters long and lifting iron filings in a glass container simply by placing three fingers on the outside of the glass. When he lifted a finger, a distinct metallic click was heard.

Case of Frank McKinstry

Similar circumstances were reported around 1899 concerning Frank McKinstry in Joplin, Missouri. He also exhibited phenomena comparable to the other cases, but the article notes that he too faded into obscurity after being examined, perhaps because, like the others, he presented a phenomenon that scientists could not explain.

Editorial Section: Efter detta.... (After this....)

The author transitions from the reported cases to a more personal and philosophical reflection. The author announces the upcoming publication of a book titled "På väg mot en världsbild" (On the Way to a Worldview) by Forum, aiming to compile scientific findings and present a worldview that does not dismiss the possibility of continued life after death as mere 'hocus pocus.' Additionally, the author has written another book, "Brevet till mormor" (Letter to Grandma) published by Larsons förlag, intended to make complex scientific discussions accessible to a general audience.

The author shares personal experiences of encountering deceased friends in both physical and spiritual senses. This leads to a reflection on self-care and personal responsibility for a better life. The author views life as a vast school with opportunities for advancement in each new existence. Failure to learn or engaging in negative behaviors like drug abuse or crime will have consequences, but the opportunity for action and development continues beyond death. These ideas are described as 'Eastern thoughts,' and the author notes that many 'maladjusted' individuals, including drug addicts, have turned to Eastern religions for answers that their own church might overlook. The author suggests that meditation has helped many find inner peace and a sense of purpose in life.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently explores unexplained phenomena, particularly those related to human capabilities that defy conventional scientific explanation. The editorial stance, as expressed in the latter part of the issue, is open-minded and seeks to integrate spiritual and philosophical perspectives with scientific inquiry, challenging the dismissal of paranormal or spiritual concepts as mere superstition. There is a clear emphasis on personal growth, the continuity of consciousness, and the search for meaning beyond material existence.