UFO Encounters - Vol 01 No 08 - 1993

Magazine Overview

Title: UFO ENCOUNTERS
Issue: Vol. 1 No. 8
Date: 1993
Publisher: Aztec Publishing
Country: USA
Price: $2.50

This issue of UFO Encounters delves into significant UFO-related events and ongoing phenomena, with a strong emphasis on the Roswell crash and government secrecy. It features articles on a planned HBO movie about Roswell, recent UFO sightings, and a protest demanding transparency from the government.

Articles and Features

From the Editor

The editor expresses gratitude to readers for submitting news tips, clippings, letters, faxes, and videotapes, which have been instrumental in uncovering new cases. The research team strives to deliver the latest information on the evolving UFO phenomenon and encourages continued reader contributions. The editor also notes that many letters from readers are received, and while immediate responses are difficult due to ongoing research, reader feedback is highly valued. Plans are underway to publish more letters to the editor in future issues. A recent NASA SETI project picking up 164 unknown radio signals is mentioned, though attributed to interference from unknown earthly emissions.

HBO Plans New Film on Roswell Crash: New Witnesses to Alien Bodies Emerge

This article reports on HBO's plans to produce a movie based on the book "UFO Crash at Roswell" by Kevin Randle and Donald Schmitt. The film is slated for release by the end of the year and will coincide with the publication of a new book by the authors that aims to "rewrite" the events of July 1947 near Roswell. The article discusses the history of UFO crash reports, noting early hoaxes like the Nebraska Nugget incident and Frank Scully's "Behind the Flying Saucers," which was later revealed to be based on information from con artists. It highlights how these early incidents left a negative impression on UFO organizations like NICAP and APRO, which tended to dismiss crashed saucer stories to avoid being associated with hoaxes. Despite this, early UFO organizations suspected government cover-ups but did not believe the government had recovered any UFOs.

Fictitious Claims?

Rumors circulated in early ufology about Wright-Patterson A.F.B. in Ohio being the site for the study of flying saucer remains and gray-skinned humanoid beings. These claims were reportedly kept classified due to fears of public panic and to prevent the Soviets from learning about alien technology. These rumors were difficult to verify, and serious ufologists continued to dismiss them.

The Roswell Case

Veteran ufologist Leonard Stringfield began investigating UFO crash stories in 1978. In the same year, Stanton Friedman and William Moore started discussing an event from July 1947. The Roswell Daily Record initially reported the recovery of a "flying saucer" on July 8, 1947, but the next day, officials from Roswell Army Air Field claimed the debris was from a crashed weather balloon. Friedman and Moore's investigation suggested it was an actual extraterrestrial craft, and that the military organized a retrieval operation, reprimanded officials for the press release, and created a cover-up story. The article recounts a story from Linda Sleepy, a teletype operator, who received a call from reporter Johnny McBoyle about a genuine flying saucer crash. McBoyle described the object as a "big crumbled dishpan" and mentioned "little men" found with the craft. However, the teletype transmission was abruptly stopped with an order to "DO NOT TRANSMIT. REPEAT DO NOT TRANSMIT THIS MESSAGE. STOP COMMUNICATION IMMEDIATELY."

More Hoaxes

The article reiterates that Frank Scully's 1950 book "Behind the Flying Saucers" was based on information from con artists, and that similar hoaxes had tarnished the reputation of UFO research.

The Roswell Case (Continued)

McBoyle later told Friedman that he "could forget everything he told her" and that the incident "never happened." Friedman and Moore gathered about 100 informants, piecing together the Roswell story, leading to their co-authored books. In 1988, the J. Allen Hynek Center for UFO Studies (CUFOS) began its own investigation, led by Kevin Randle and Don Schmitt. Their research yielded more informants and disagreed with some of the Friedman/Moore findings, leading to a book that serves as the basis for the upcoming HBO movie.

Information From The Case

Despite differing details, investigators agree that a non-terrestrial craft crashed, a military retrieval and cover-up occurred, and alien bodies were discovered. On July 2, 1947, Mac Brazel heard an explosion near his home and later discovered debris in a remote pasture, including lightweight, strong metal with purplish symbols and a large circular piece. Sheriff Wilcox was notified, and officials from Roswell Army Air Field examined the debris. On July 8, Roswell Base Commander Col. William H. Blanchard authorized a press release about a recovered flying disk. Military officials then transported debris, and the Roswell Daily Record published the "RAAF Captures Flying Saucer" story. During this time, military personnel discovered alien bodies. Sgt. Melvin Brown saw several alien-looking bodies under a tarp, and mortician Glenn Dennis received calls about preserving tissue and inquired about small caskets. Dennis was told two bodies were badly mangled, and one was in good condition. Records showed no deaths at the base hospital. Dennis was later warned by a nurse not to endanger himself, as the military had recovered non-human bodies.

Description of Alien Bodies

Randle and Schmitt learned that the creatures were non-human, smaller than adults (about 40 lbs. and 3.5-4 feet tall), with four-fingered hands lacking thumbs. Their heads were large in proportion to their bodies, with concave eyes, a slit mouth, and indistinct noses. The bodies were pinkish-gray, and their bones were fragile. The bodies were allegedly frozen and flown to Wright Field. The case, along with extensive witness testimony, is considered crucial evidence for extraterrestrial life and could challenge humanity's view of itself as the highest form of life.

Interview with Don Schmitt

Don Schmitt expressed excitement about HBO's movie plans, noting that HBO initially approached him and Randle before their book was released. The movie will be a dramatization of the Roswell event, based 100% on their book, with Randle and Schmitt serving as technical consultants. Filming will take place in the Southwest, and HBO aims for a year-end release. Schmitt mentioned that the screenwriter, Mr. Kopit, acknowledged the rigorous journalism behind "UFO Crash at Roswell" and its significance if proven true. Schmitt revealed that their ongoing investigation has uncovered 600 first-, second-, and third-hand witnesses to the Roswell events, including over a half-dozen living witnesses to the alien bodies. Their new book will include first-hand drawings and testimony, aiming to rewrite the public's conception of the Roswell case with approximately 75% new information. He also mentioned that their previous book brought in many leads, and their future work will be a hardback edition. Schmitt discussed the possibility of a congressional hearing, but noted that the sensitive nature of the material and the need for reassurance that witnesses won't be harassed have delayed its release. He sadly confirmed that they have encountered roadblocks and harassment, similar to what screenwriter Torme experienced.

Latest Investigations And The New Book

Schmitt stated that their investigation has uncovered a staggering 600 witnesses to the Roswell events. They now have over a half-dozen living, first-hand witnesses to the alien bodies. Their new book will include first-hand drawings and testimony, aiming to provide a complete rewrite of the public's understanding of the Roswell case, with about 75% new information. He mentioned that their first book relied on second-hand accounts, like the Glenn Dennis story, and that the Plains of San Agustin story is considered a rumor. Schmitt hopes the movie and book release will encourage more witnesses to come forward. Their future work will be published in a hardback edition.

What is even more amazing is that they now have over a half-dozen living, first-hand witnesses to the alien bodies!

This quote emphasizes the significant progress in identifying direct witnesses to the alien bodies recovered at Roswell.

END UFO SECRECY!

This section details a protest organized by Operation Right to Know (ORTK) on July 5, 1993, at the White House, demanding the government reveal the truth about UFOs. Ed Komarek, an ORTK organizer, stated that UFOs are real, extraterrestrial, and that the President, military, and intelligence agencies are aware of this, accusing the government of lying. Simultaneous protests were held in Long Island, New York, and Rosario City, Argentina. The Long Island UFO Network protested police harassment of UFO researchers. ORTK's previous protests included one at Senator Bob Graham's office calling for a Congressional investigation into the Roswell crash. Komarek asserted that since the publication of the Roswell case, they are certain of a government cover-up. The book "UFO Crash at Roswell" by Kevin Randle and Don Schmitt is highlighted for its extensive investigation and testimony from hundreds of witnesses, including former military officers. Randle and Schmitt planned a second book for 1993. Elaine Douglass, another organizer, noted that millions of Americans have seen UFOs and reported close encounters, ground traces, and sightings, yet the government's response has been "deafening silence" since the 1960s. She believes the Air Force knows about UFOs but dismisses reports and ridicules witnesses to maintain the cover-up.

UFO Activity, Arkansas & Oklahoma 1991-1992 Selected Examples

This section presents selected UFO sighting reports from Arkansas and Oklahoma. Mike Jamieson, an ORTK organizer, noted many low-altitude UFO sightings and military aircraft activity in these states during 1991-1992, suggesting that then Governor Bill Clinton would have been aware of this activity. Jamieson stated that the Roswell case prompted ORTK to become political, citing the government's "most spectacular deception." He also noted an increase in people experiencing close encounters contacting researchers.

• October 8, 1991: Reeves Knob, Boston Mountains, Arkansas. A large boomerang-shaped object appeared stationary or moving slowly, with a red glowing ball of light descending. Two jets appeared to chase or escort it.
• November 21, 1991: Witts Springs, Arkansas. A brilliant red/orange ball of light was observed, pursued by military jets. The object blinked off and reappeared multiple times, resembling a game of cat and mouse.
• November 21, 1991: Reeves Knob, Arkansas. A V- or boomerang-shaped craft moved from the east, with four red spheres and smaller triangular objects leaving its underside.
• January 30, 1992: Near Marshall, Arkansas. A giant 'flying wing' with numerous bright white lights was observed flying silently, estimated to be the size of an aircraft carrier.
• November 15, 1991: Near Marshall, Arkansas. A group of coon hunters observed a tremendously large, boomerang-shaped object hovering silently, with bright pulsating white lights. Three red lights separated from the main object and moved away.

Alabama Update: The Phenomenon Continues...

This article by Michael Norris discusses recent events in Northeastern Alabama, including cattle mutilations, mysterious helicopters, and UFOs, which are suggested to be interrelated. A state trooper, referred to as "Roger," shared experiences reported by locals. The update revisits the Sue Johnson incident, where her home vibrated during an unidentified craft encounter. Subsequently, an elderly couple, the Twilley's, witnessed an enormous bright, white light hovering and moving west over their home. The light descended out of sight and later reappeared, drifting east over a pasture. The article also describes a formation of three white and three red lights in a triangular pattern, estimated to be 1500 feet high and 1000 feet across, moving silently from west to east.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently promotes the reality of UFOs and extraterrestrial phenomena, advocating for government transparency and challenging official denials. The Roswell incident is presented as a cornerstone event, providing strong evidence for alien life and a deliberate cover-up. The editorial stance supports ufological research, highlights witness testimony, and criticizes government secrecy and ridicule of witnesses. There is a clear belief that UFOs are real and that the public has a right to know the truth, with a call for official acknowledgment and investigation.

This issue of UFO ENCOUNTERS focuses on unexplained phenomena, particularly UFO sightings and cattle mutilations, with a cover story detailing a bright light incident in Alabama. The magazine features reports from various locations, investigative pieces, and a review of a Russian ufologist's work.

Alabama Incident

The lead story recounts an incident where witnesses reported a bright light in a pasture, so intense it was like reading a newspaper by it. The witness, Roger, notes that the military was aware of low-level night maneuvers with helicopters in the area. He also mentions sightings of diamond-shaped craft making no sound and emitting blue and green light, observed by multiple people across different counties. Roger expresses frustration with the military's lack of transparency, stating they would prefer an assurance that there's no cause for worry rather than secrets. He also notes the presence of suspicious vehicles with out-of-state plates and military-looking vans in unusual areas.

UFOs and Cattle Mutilations: The Big Picture

Christopher O'Brien writes about the reality of UFOs and cattle mutilations, noting a 'flap year' of increased anomalous activity in the San Luis Valley, Colorado, and Northeastern Alabama. He reports on numerous documented mutilations and an upsurge in paranormal activity in other parts of the US, including New Mexico, Arizona, and Mississippi. The article highlights the Questa Zone in New Mexico, where Police Chief Dan Pacheco has documented unidentified flying objects and mystery helicopter sightings. One bizarre report from Questa involves a hitchhiker whose legs transformed into goat legs before she dematerialized.

O'Brien questions the perpetrators of cattle mutilations, noting that over 10,000 cattle have been killed since 1967 without anyone being charged. He references NBC reporter Fred Francis's description of a secret government aircraft outside Area 51 as defying the laws of physics. The article explores the possibility of a massive UFO cover-up by the government and its potential responsibility for unexplained mutilations. It also touches upon the work of ufologist Jacques Vallee, who views UFOs as representing an alien force anticipating scientific development.

Potential Explanations and Government Involvement

The article discusses terrestrial explanations for some sightings, such as the B-2 and F-117 stealth planes, and the potential 'Aurora' aircraft. It also considers natural explanations like ball lightning and earthquake faults. The possibility of secret psychotronic weapons developed by intelligence services, capable of creating hallucinations via microwave technology, is raised. The author emphasizes that a significant percentage of unexplained UFO sightings cannot be explained conventionally, suggesting the government knows more than it admits.

The recurring presence of 'military-type' helicopters around cattle mutilation sites leads to the conclusion that the government, or a faction thereof, is directly involved. Theories about the mutilations include government involvement in biological/genetic engineering, mythological engineering, alien food sources, or genetic programs to hybridize aliens with humans. The article points out the advanced, cutting-edge technology involved, such as the rapid draining of animal bodies and the removal of organs without visible incisions, suggesting the use of portable lasers or high heat.

Florida Deputy Encounters Huge UFO

Michael Norris reports on a sighting by Hernando County sheriff's deputy Chancey, who observed a silent, boomerang-shaped craft estimated to be 200-300 feet long. The object displayed bluish lights from the bottom and white lights from the rear, and kept pace with the deputy's vehicle. Several other witnesses in the area also reported seeing the object. The craft turned west towards the Gulf of Mexico and was described as moving in a way that couldn't be attributed to any known aircraft. Another witness, Mary McCracken, reported a similar large object with bright lights, and noted that a nearby street light winked out as the craft passed over.

Worldwide Encounters

Reports from Czechoslovakia indicate a surge in UFO sightings following the end of communist rule, with 350 unidentified sightings reported in a year. In Taunton, England, twenty-three witnesses saw two large UFOs emitting light beams. In Wales, Mike Parsons reported a large, round, red object. Ireland experienced widespread sightings of bright lights that did not appear on radar, moving silently and emitting contrails. Similar sightings were reported in the Belfast-Anglesey-Dublin area. In York, England, a bizarre, glowing white light was observed, which then moved at high speed.

Review of Vladimir Ajaja's "ATTENTION: UFOS"

Paul Stonehill reviews a brochure by Russian ufologist Vladimir Ajaja. Ajaja, a former Soviet Navy man, became interested in UFOs after encountering the topic in Charles Berlitz's book. He found that the Soviet Naval Intelligence had long considered UFOs a subject of serious investigation. Ajaja faced opposition from the Communist Party, which attempted to silence him and blacklisted his works. Despite this, he persisted and authored scientific papers and instructions for the Soviet Navy regarding UFO sightings. The UFO wave of 1989 is noted as having broken down ideological and censorship barriers in Russia, though the country remains unprepared for the phenomena. Ajaja's organization, UFOTSENTR, aims to coordinate ufological research in Russia.

The Roswell Investigation

Kevin Schmitt discusses the ongoing investigation into the Roswell incident, noting that much of the harassment and distractions have come from within the ufology field itself. He expresses regret that many first-hand witnesses are no longer alive, and criticizes past investigation efforts as half-hearted and incompetent. Schmitt believes that if the media were to seriously investigate and ask hard questions, it could open doors. He states that he would only back away from the case if presented with undeniable proof that it poses a threat to national security, not just documentation or photographs. With over 600 witnesses reportedly describing the event as extraterrestrial, he finds that explanation the most plausible. Schmitt emphasizes that old cases with living witnesses still hold potential for significant discoveries and that unidentified cases remain active.

Upcoming Events and Classifieds

The magazine lists several upcoming UFO conferences and events across the US and in England. It also includes classified advertisements for books, magazines, and services related to UFOs and the paranormal. A subscription offer for "UFO Encounters" is presented, along with information on how to report sightings and submit photos or videotapes for analysis.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

This issue consistently highlights the unexplained nature of UFO sightings and cattle mutilations, often linking them to advanced technology and potential government cover-ups. There is a strong emphasis on witness testimony and the need for transparency from authorities. The magazine appears to advocate for open investigation and challenges conventional explanations, suggesting a belief in extraterrestrial or highly advanced, unknown origins for these phenomena. The editorial stance leans towards encouraging public awareness and participation in reporting and investigating these events.