Tvarvetenskapliga fenomen - No 2

Magazine Overview

Title: TVÄRVETENSKAPLIGA FENOMEN (Transdisciplinary Phenomena)
Issue: NR.2.
Publisher: hallstahammars ufo-förening (Hallstahammar UFO Association)
Content Focus: This issue of the information booklet covers a wide range of topics including astronomy, parapsychology, UFOs, archaeology, astrology, telepathy, spiritism, clairvoyance, hypnosis, acupuncture, fortune-telling, occultism, and forteana.

Acupuncture: The Ancient Art of Healing

The article "NÅLSTICKEN SOM BOTAR" (Needles That Heal) explores the ancient practice of acupuncture, noting that Western medicine is only now beginning to show interest in this millennia-old treatment method. It highlights acupuncture's ability to diagnose serious conditions like heart disease months in advance and to alleviate pain, treat inflammation, and even perform extensive operations without much equipment, relying on knowledge from ancient texts like the "Gule kejsarens klassiska bok om inre medicin" (Yellow Emperor's Classic Book of Internal Medicine), written 2800 years before Christ.

The principles of acupuncture are linked to the ancient Chinese philosophy of Yin and Yang, representing opposing but complementary forces that form the universe and human body. When these forces are imbalanced due to illness, acupuncture aims to restore equilibrium by stimulating or blocking the flow of vital energy (Qi) through specific channels called "meridians." There are 12 main meridians, each connected to a specific organ, and approximately 900 acupuncture points are located along these meridians.

The article details how meridians are believed to run through the body, with some, like the liver meridian, extending from the abdomen down to the big toe, and others, like the heart meridian, running from the heart down the inner arm to the little finger, mirroring the path of pain in conditions like angina pectoris. Chinese tradition also believes each meridian has six pulses, detectable on the wrist, which can reveal current and past illnesses, and even predict future ones.

While Western science has proposed explanations such as the placebo effect, modern acupuncture utilizes steel needles and, instead of manual manipulation, employs weak electrical impulses to stimulate points. The article also touches upon the historical use of needles made of wood or stone.

Edgar Cayce: The Sleeping Prophet

"EDGAR CAYCE" recounts the extraordinary life of Edgar Cayce, born in Kentucky, who discovered his psychic abilities in his youth. During a severe illness involving seizures and a coma, he began speaking with a clear, strong voice, accurately describing his ailment and prescribing a salve for his back. His family and doctors were astonished by his precise knowledge and recovery.

Following this, Cayce was encouraged to use his abilities to help others. He initially hesitated but eventually provided a detailed prescription for a friend's severe illness, which included Latin terms he had never encountered before, leading to his friend's recovery. A committee was formed to document his trance-induced statements.

Cayce's diagnoses and remedies were often remarkably accurate, even when they involved obscure or seemingly non-existent substances. In one instance, a patient seeking a rare remedy placed an advertisement, and a doctor in Paris responded, stating his father had produced such a medicine years ago, confirming Cayce's prescription. Cayce conducted two consultations daily, free of charge, and his diagnoses were highly precise, though he had no memory of these sessions upon waking. He explained his process as contacting the patient's subconscious mind to ask what was wrong.

The Tunguska Event of 1908

"VAD HÄNDE I TUNGUSKA ÅR 1908?" (What Happened in Tunguska in 1908?) investigates the mysterious event that occurred on June 30, 1908, in the Siberian taiga. A fireball streaked across the sky, followed by a powerful explosion that shook the ground and was registered by seismographs hundreds of kilometers away. The blast was heard up to 1,000 kilometers away, destroying reindeer herds and nomadic tents.

Professor Kulik led expeditions in 1921 and 1927, expecting to find a meteorite crater. However, they found none. Instead, they discovered trees stripped of branches up to 60 kilometers from the center, and the area around the epicenter was completely flattened. Later expeditions in 1961 and 1963, led by geophysicist Solotov, concluded that the event was likely a nuclear explosion, based on the immense energy released (estimated at 2.8 x 10^23 ergs) and the widespread thermal radiation damage, which ignited trees at distances of 18 kilometers from the center.

The article also mentions a peculiar find: a 20-million-year-old fossilized shoe print in a coal seam in Fisher Canyon, Nevada, raising questions about early human presence. Further details about the Tunguska event include eyewitness accounts of an "electric player" and three or four bangs near Kirensk, and a farmer near Kansk who experienced intense heat and a blast wave. The aftermath included "luminous nights" where the atmosphere glowed brightly for weeks, visible even in London.

Mysterious Underground Structures

"UNDERLIGT BYGGNADSSÄTT" (Strange Construction Method) describes the discovery of ancient underground structures beneath the city of Provins. These consist of a labyrinth of passages leading to large halls with high ceilings and numerous columns, suggesting they were inhabited during medieval times. Even older, more enigmatic structures were found beneath these, with galleries containing inscriptions resembling those from the Bronze and Iron Ages, including symbols of suns, concentric rings, fish, and skulls. The purpose and origin of these deeper structures remain unknown.

UFO Sighting in the Malacca Strait

"USO ?" (UFO? - Underwater Submarine Objects) recounts an incident on June 10, 1909, when the captain of the Danish steamship BINTANG, Captain Gabe, observed a giant, rotating wheel of light beneath the surface of the Malacca Strait. He described long spokes radiating from a central point, moving in a way that was not attributable to any known light source or other vessels. The object slowly approached the ship, then faded and sank into the sea. This account is recorded in the publications of the Danish Meteorological Institute.

The Oregon Vortex: A Magnetic Anomaly

"NYTT SEMESTERPARADIS?" (A New Holiday Paradise?) describes the Oregon Vortex, a place in Oregon characterized by unusual natural phenomena. Within a roughly 60-meter diameter circle, gravity and magnetic forces appear to be distorted. Trees lean towards the magnetic north pole, and visitors feel a strange force pulling them downwards or inwards. Objects placed on a tilted surface can roll uphill towards the center of the vortex. Even cigarette smoke forms spirals and disappears towards the center. Experiments have shown that these effects are not optical illusions but are electromagnetic in nature, as compasses do not function within the vortex.

The Bermuda Triangle

The issue briefly mentions the Bermuda Triangle, defining its approximate geographical boundaries from the Bermuda Islands to Puerto Rico and back northwest, without further elaboration on specific incidents within this section.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

This issue of "Tvärvetenskapliga Fenomen" consistently explores phenomena that lie outside conventional scientific understanding. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry into unexplained events, historical mysteries, and alternative explanations for natural and human phenomena, ranging from ancient healing practices to modern-day UFO sightings and geological anomalies. The publication aims to present intriguing cases and theories, encouraging readers to consider possibilities beyond mainstream scientific consensus.

This issue of UFO magazine, identified as issue number 10, delves into a series of perplexing and often tragic mysteries. The content spans unexplained disappearances of vessels and aircraft, the phenomenon of spontaneous human combustion, and the alleged Philadelphia Experiment. The magazine's focus is on presenting historical accounts and exploring potential explanations for these enigmatic events.

Unexplained Disappearances

The magazine opens by highlighting the commonality of disappearances where no wreckage, bodies, or oil slicks are found, even when aircraft are near their targets or when radio transmissions indicate unusual events like spinning compasses or disorientation. A prominent case cited is the disappearance of a formation of five American Navy planes on December 5, 1945, during a routine training flight, followed by the vanishing of a search plane sent to find them.

A lengthy list of historical disappearances of ships and planes is provided:

• 1840: Rosalie - A large French cargo ship found adrift with sails set and cargo intact, but all crew missing.
• 1880: Atlanta - A British frigate with 290 people on board, disappeared near Bermuda.
• 1902: Freya - A German bark found listing heavily and partially dismasted off Cuba.
• 1918: Cyclops - An American supply ship of 19,000 tons with 309 people, disappeared in good weather without distress signals or signs of sinking.
• 1924: Raikufu Maru - A Japanese cargo ship sent a distress signal between the Bahamas and Cuba before vanishing.
• 1925: Cotopaxi - A steamship disappeared on its voyage from Charleston to Havana.
• 1931: Stavenger - A cargo ship with 43 crew members, last heard from near the Bahamas.
• 1932: John and Mary - A two-masted vessel found abandoned south of Bermuda, with sails secured and hull freshly painted.
• 1940: Gloria Colita - A British yacht found abandoned in perfect condition south of Mobile, Alabama.
• 1944: Rubicon - A Cuban cargo ship found abandoned off the coast of Florida, with only a dog remaining.
• 1950: Sandra - A cargo ship disappeared without a trace off Florida.
• 1955: Connemara 4 - A yacht found abandoned south of Bermuda.
• 1963: Marine Sulphur Queen - A cargo ship disappeared without a trace.
• 1967: Whittcraft - A motorboat with owner and passengers missing, found anchored off Miami.
• 1970: Milton Iartides - A cargo ship disappeared.
• 1973: Anita - A 20,000-ton cargo ship with 32 crew members, disappeared.
• 1976: Sylvia L Ossa - A 15,000-ton ore carrier with 37 crew members, disappeared after reporting a day's delay.

The issue also lists several aircraft disappearances:

• 1947: American Navy loses a plane.
• 1948: A 4-engine passenger plane with 31 passengers and a DC-3 disappear.
• 1949: Another 4-engine passenger plane disappears.
• 1950: An American Globemaster disappears.
• 1952: A British passenger plane with 33 people on board disappears.
• 1954: A Super Constellation with 42 people on board disappears.
• 1956: Ten American Navy reconnaissance planes go missing.

A particularly strange incident from 1974 involves a Boeing 727 flying from New York to Miami. For ten minutes, the plane vanished from radar screens, only to land normally afterward. The crew discovered their watches and chronometers were exactly ten minutes slow, suggesting a temporal anomaly.

The Rudolph Fentz Mystery

The magazine recounts the peculiar case of Rudolph Fentz, a man dressed in 19th-century attire who appeared in Times Square, New York, in June 1950. He was struck by a taxi and died. Investigations led by Captain Hubert V. Rihm revealed that Fentz had disappeared in 1876 at the age of 29. His belongings, including a coin and a bill from 1876, showed no signs of age. The address on his business card led to a warehouse that had existed for a long time, with no record of Fentz. Further research uncovered that a Rudolph Fentz Jr, living in 1939, had a father who disappeared in 1876. The evidence suggested that Rudolph Fentz had somehow existed for 74 years without aging, possibly by being in another dimension.

The Pierre Loti Mosque Mystery

This section details a curious incident involving the French author Pierre Loti and a miniature mosque he owned. Loti, and later members of his household and visitors like Courteline, heard knocking sounds from the mosque. After the knocking stopped, small footprints were found on the floor, even though no children had been in the room. These unexplained footprints were a recurring phenomenon, and Loti died in 1923 without a rational explanation being found.

The Hopediamanten (The Hope Diamond)

The article discusses the legendary Hope Diamond, housed in the Smithsonian Institution, and its purported curse. The diamond is said to have a bloody and passionate history, causing the deaths of over 20 people. Its history traces back to a Hindu priest in India who stole it and was tortured to death. It later came to Europe through a French merchant, Jean Baptiste Tafernier, whose son lost his fortune and whose own life ended tragically. The diamond was owned by King Louis XIV of France, whose finance minister, Nicolas Foquet, was imprisoned for fraud. Louis XIV himself died a broken man. Several French royals and nobles associated with the diamond also met violent ends, including Princess de Lamballe and Marie Antoinette, who died by guillotine. The diamond disappeared in 1792 during the French Revolution and reappeared nearly 40 years later. Legends attribute madness and death to its owners, including a Russian prince, Ivan Kanitovitskij, and Catherine the Great. The diamond's journey continued through various hands, including a Turkish Sultan Abdul Hamid, who killed one of his wives after receiving it, and American businessman Ned McLean, whose family suffered ruin and death after acquiring it. The jeweler Harry Winston is noted as the only one to have escaped the diamond's curse after donating it to the Smithsonian.

The Phoenician Inscription

A mysterious inscription carved into a cliff face near Havea, in the mountains of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, is presented. The three-foot-high letters are impossible to explain, particularly how they were carved into the inaccessible cliff. The inscription is in Phoenician, a language associated with the Mediterranean region. Despite the historical presence of Phoenicians in the Mediterranean, the inscription's location in Brazil is highly unusual. Brazilian archaeologist 8 da Silva Ramos asserts that the inscription is undoubtedly Phoenician.

Spontaneous Human Combustion

This section explores cases of spontaneous human combustion. One account from late 1950 describes a 19-year-old secretary who suddenly burst into flames while dancing. The fire reportedly originated from within her body. The investigation concluded it was an accident caused by fire of unknown origin. Other cases include an older woman in Essex, England, found burned to death in her bed with her surroundings untouched, and a builder in Yorkshire and a man from Cheshire who were found completely burned in their vehicles, with the vehicles themselves undamaged.

Professor Robin Beach of Robin Beach Engineers Associated suggests that these individuals may unintentionally be responsible for millions of dollars in fire damage annually. He explains that under certain conditions, such as walking on a dry carpet on a cold winter day, people can build up electrostatic charges of up to 20,000 volts. In rare cases, individuals with abnormally dry skin might generate up to 30,000 volts. These charges could potentially trigger explosions in environments like operating rooms. The professor suggests that diet and vitamin supplements, under medical supervision, might help mitigate this dry skin condition. However, the article notes that electrical engineers find it impossible for such electrical charges to cause the described effects, and the complete incineration of bodies while leaving the surroundings untouched remains a significant mystery.

The Philadelphia Experiment

George Langelaan recounts the story of the Philadelphia Experiment, a purported US Navy experiment in November 1943. An American destroyer allegedly became invisible while docked in Philadelphia and then reappeared in Norfolk, Virginia, 640 kilometers away, instantaneously. This was followed by repeated instances of the ship disappearing and reappearing, with incredible distances covered. The explanation offered is that a young scientist, Dr. Morris K. Jessup, had presented a scientific system based on Einstein's field theory that could make a ship invisible. The experiment was conducted in 1943. While the ship's invisibility was achieved, the phenomenon could not be controlled. The article mentions that Dr. Jessup died in his car shortly after the event, with suggestions that he may have known the exact reason for the experiment and taken his own life. The FBI reportedly cleared up the matter, implying a connection to the US Navy's classified documents regarding the experiment. The article notes that Einstein's theories on material displacement under strong magnetic fields are mentioned, but no scientific theory or empirical observation can explain the experiment. A Russian version of the story involving a submarine is also mentioned.

The Hermannstadt Rocket

This section details the invention of a three-stage rocket with solid propellant by Conrad Haas in 1529. The rocket's design was technically precise, similar to modern Cape Kennedy models. In 1555, this rocket was launched from the Romanian city of Hermannstadt (now Sibiu) and reportedly traveled into space. Thousands of witnesses observed these successful experiments. The article notes that this invention, along with Gusmao's flying machine from 1709, has been largely overlooked by historians. The details of Haas's work were rediscovered in a handwritten document in the Sibiu library archives, dating from around 1570. This collection includes contributions from Hans Haasenwein (1417), an unknown author (1460), and Conrad Haas (1550-1570).

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are mystery, the unexplained, and the limits of scientific understanding. The magazine presents a collection of historical enigmas, from vanishing ships and planes to inexplicable human combustion and alleged technological breakthroughs that defy conventional physics. The editorial stance appears to be one of fascination with the unknown and a willingness to explore even the most outlandish theories, presenting them as potential explanations for these perplexing events. The magazine highlights the limitations of current scientific knowledge in fully accounting for these phenomena, often leaving the reader with a sense of wonder and unresolved questions.

Title: UFO Aktuellt
Issue: 20
Volume: 1972
Date: 1972
Publisher: UFO-Sverige
Country: Sweden
Language: Swedish
Price: 2:50
ISSN: 0345-7889

This issue of UFO Aktuellt presents a diverse collection of articles exploring historical mysteries, unexplained phenomena, and scientific inquiries.

Early Rocketry: Conrad Haas

The issue begins by detailing the pioneering work of Conrad Haas, who in 1555 created a multi-stage rocket with delta wings. His designs included two-stage and three-stage rockets, rocket batteries, and even a concept for a 'flying house'. Haas experimented with solid propellants, including special gunpowder mixtures, and even explored the possibility of using ethyl acetate, ammonia, and acetic acid, with the latter two being derived from vinegar, alcohol, and urine respectively. His innovations in stabilization and steering with delta wings were remarkably advanced for his time. The information is attributed to Professor Doru Todericiu, who discovered the Sibiu manuscript.

Mysterious Blue Light: The Case of Anna Monaro

A case from Pirano, Italy, describes a mysterious blue light observed hovering over a patient named Anna Monaro. Three prominent doctors, Vitali, Trabacci, and De Sanctis, witnessed this phenomenon. Despite rigorous attempts to exclude external light sources and rule out trickery, the doctors could not explain the flickering, unreal flame. The incident was documented as an unsolved mystery.

Extraordinary Sensory Perception: Rosa Kulesjova

The article introduces Rosa Kulesjova from Nizjnij Tagil, Russia, described as a highly gifted subject for psychic research. Despite being blind, she developed exceptional tactile abilities, learning to read Braille with her fingertips. In 1962, she demonstrated the ability to distinguish colors and read text through glass and even with her elbow. These demonstrations led to extensive testing at the Soviet Academy of Sciences, where she reportedly passed all trials. However, in 1970, a series of strictly controlled experiments showed that her abilities did not function, leading to debate about whether they had disappeared or never existed.

The Enigmatic Scientist: Rudjer Boscovitch

This section explores the life and theories of Rudjer Boscovitch (1711-1787), a scientist considered by some to be 200 years ahead of his time. Born in Dubrovnik, he became a renowned polymath, a member of the Royal Society, and chief of the French navy's optical instrument division. Boscovitch's collected works, published in English and Serbian, contain speculative ideas about light, magnetism, electricity, and even phenomena not yet discovered. He proposed a unified formula for the universe encompassing mechanics, physics, chemistry, biology, and psychology. Astonishingly, his work touched upon radioactivity, a concept unknown in the 18th century, and explored 'overcoming potential barriers'.

The Moving Coffins of Barbados

A historical mystery from Barbados details the strange occurrences in a sealed family tomb built in the late 1700s. After the burial of Mrs. Thomasina Goddard in 1807, and subsequent burials of Chase family members, the lead coffins were repeatedly found disarranged, sometimes upside down or in wild disorder, despite the tomb being resealed. Governor Lord Comonbere personally oversaw the coffins being set right in 1819, only for them to be found disturbed again the following year. No explanation, such as theft, flooding, or earthquakes, could account for the phenomenon. Sir Arthur Conan Doyle speculated that supernatural forces might have moved the coffins in protest of their lead construction, hindering decomposition.

The Lost Battalion of Gallipoli

On August 28, 1915, during the Gallipoli campaign, six to eight bull-shaped clouds were observed hovering low over 'Height 60'. A British regiment, the First Fourth Norfolk, marched directly into one of these dense, seemingly solid clouds and vanished. None emerged on the other side. The clouds then lifted and moved away. The regiment was recorded as missing. When the British requested its return after Turkey's surrender, the Turks denied capturing them or even knowing of their existence. The disappearance was witnessed by 22 soldiers of the NZEF.

Ancient Engineering Marvels: Baalbek and Underground Cities

The article touches upon the massive stone blocks at Baalbek, Lebanon, noting a trilithon weighing 750 tons and a half-finished block estimated at 2,000 tons, requiring immense manpower to move. It also describes the vast underground cities of Kaymakli and Derinkuyu in Turkey, which could house up to 20,000 people and featured sophisticated infrastructure, including common halls, living quarters, stables, and wine cellars. At least 13 levels have been excavated in Derinkuyu, with evidence of advanced ventilation systems.

Miller's Spark Discharge Apparatus: Origin of Life Experiment

In 1953, Dr. Stanley Miller, under the direction of Dr. Harold C. Urey, conducted experiments to simulate the origin of life. He created a glass flask containing a mixture representing Earth's early atmosphere (ammonia, hydrogen, methane, and water vapor) and subjected it to electrical sparks for a week. This experiment successfully produced amino acids, the building blocks of proteins, and even sugar, demonstrating how complex organic compounds could arise from inorganic matter.

The Piri Reis Map and Antarctica

In 1929, fragments of a world map compiled by Admiral Piri Reis in the early 16th century were discovered in Istanbul. This map, drawn on gazelle skin, accurately depicted coastlines and geographical details. Notably, it included a representation of Antarctica with its pre-ice age coastline, showing a land bridge connecting it to South America. This detail, confirmed by modern expeditions in the 1940s and 1950s, predates the discovery of Antarctica by centuries.

Time Dilation Phenomenon

An explanation of time dilation is presented, illustrating how continuous acceleration and deceleration in a spaceship would cause time to pass differently for the crew compared to those on Earth. The article provides a table showing the disparity in years experienced by the crew versus the time elapsed on Earth, highlighting how a 30-year journey for a 30-year-old astronaut would result in them returning as a 60-year-old to find 3100 years have passed on Earth.

Poltergeist Phenomena and Youth

The issue concludes with a discussion on poltergeist phenomena, suggesting that these disturbances, often involving objects being thrown and loud noises, seem to favor the presence of children and teenagers. A case from Rosenheim, Germany, involving a lawyer named Adam and his 19-year-old secretary, Anne-Marie, is detailed. Mysterious events occurred in Adam's office, which ceased when Anne-Marie was absent and resumed when she returned. Investigations by experts, including Professor Hans Bender, suggested poltergeist activity, though no unusual psychological or physical conditions were found in Anne-Marie.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently explores unexplained phenomena, historical anomalies, and scientific frontiers. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry into subjects that challenge conventional understanding, presenting evidence and theories from various sources, including historical documents, eyewitness accounts, and scientific research. The publication aims to inform readers about mysteries ranging from ancient engineering and early technological achievements to modern parapsychological studies and astronomical observations.

This document is page 50 of a magazine, likely an issue from February 1958, focusing on paranormal phenomena. The primary content details a poltergeist case that occurred in Seaford, Long Island, USA.

The Seaford Poltergeist Case The article describes a series of unexplained events that began on February 3, 1958, at the home of James Herrmann. The phenomena primarily involved bottles and flasks.

Initial Incidents The disturbances started when a bottle of holy water, sealed with a screw cap, opened by itself and its contents spilled onto the bedroom floor. Subsequently, a sealed shampoo bottle in the bathroom, a medicine bottle, and other bottles and containers in the kitchen and cellar also emptied themselves.

Witness Accounts and Investigation While Mr. Herrmann was brushing his teeth in the bathroom, he clearly saw a medicine bottle slide about half a meter on a shelf, move over the edge, and fall into the sink, where it shattered. The report emphasizes that no human hand was near the bottle, and nothing in the bathroom could have caused it to move.

A skeptical but polite policeman, James Hughes, was called to the scene and interviewed the family members. While he was in the living room with them, the caps of several bottles spontaneously 'hopped off.' Hughes returned to the police station with a report stating that 'something peculiar' was happening with the Herrmann family. The case was then handed over to detective Joseph Tozzi.

Detective Tozzi's Experience Detective Tozzi is quoted as saying that even today, he does not believe in supernatural phenomena, but he is unable to provide an explanation for what he witnessed. During one visit to the house, a porcelain figure flew across the dining room and shattered against a table. The ongoing disturbances became too much for the Herrmann family, and they traveled to visit relatives with their two children. Nothing happened while they were away. However, on the same evening they returned home, another glass bottle flew through the air and shattered.

Conclusion and Broader Implications The article concludes by stating that neither the events in Rosenheim (presumably a previously discussed case) nor the events in Seaford can be explained. It suggests that these incidents are merely part of the unfathomable aspects that make human existence more fascinating.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance The magazine appears to focus on unexplained phenomena, particularly poltergeist activity and UAP (Unidentified Aerial Phenomena), as indicated by the mention of the Rosenheim case. The editorial stance seems to be one of presenting unexplained events and acknowledging their mysterious nature, suggesting that they contribute to the fascination of human existence rather than being dismissed outright. The article highlights the limitations of conventional explanations when faced with such occurrences.