The UFO Enigma - 1982 09 - Volume 3 no 1

Magazine Overview

Title: THE UFO ENIGMA
Issue: Volume 3, Number 1
Date: September 1982
Publisher: UFO Study Group of Greater St. Louis, Inc.
Country: USA
Language: English

This issue of The UFO Enigma serves as a newsletter for the UFO Study Group of Greater St. Louis, Inc., detailing organizational matters, upcoming events, and research-related articles. The cover prominently features a call to vote for new officers on September 12th.

Organizational Matters and Officer Nominations

The newsletter begins with a section dedicated to the upcoming election of officers. Candidates for various positions are introduced, including Irene Alexander (President nominee), Leo Wicklinski (Vice President nominee), Spencer Wolling (Treasurer nominee), Melva Hageman (Corresponding Secretary nominee), Donald R. Quiel (Recording Secretary nominee), "Mike" Shannon (Librarian nominee), Robert Murphy (Historian nominee), "Chuck" Adams (Chief Field Investigator), and "Dick" Holmes (Marshall nominee). Each nominee provides a brief statement about their commitment to their role and the organization.

Fall Program Possibilities

• The group has a series of planned events for the fall:
• September 6: Investigator's Meeting at Chuck Adams' home.
• September 8: Parapsychology Committee meeting at Key Productions, Inc.
• September 12: UFO Study Group meeting, featuring the election of new officers and discussion of local UFO cases.
• October 10: Parapsychology Committee demonstration of Martial Arts with mind-control.
• November 14: Investigators demonstrating investigative techniques related to recent St. Louis area UFO cases.
• December 12: St. Charles Committee assisting with the annual Christmas Party.

Article: Piezoelectricity and the Mystery Lights, Part Two

Authored by Chuck K. Adams, this article delves into the scientific aspects of how electric fields can become visible, particularly in relation to atmospheric phenomena. It explains that when atmospheric atoms are sufficiently agitated, they become ionized, absorbing energy. When these electrons return to stable energy levels, they release energy in the form of electromagnetic radiation with a discrete wavelength. The article focuses on the visible portion of the electromagnetic spectrum (4000A to 7000A) and how different gases in the atmosphere emit specific wavelengths when ionized. Tables are provided detailing the composition of the atmosphere and the wavelengths and colors of visible spectrum emissions for various gases like Nitrogen, Oxygen, Argon, Neon, Helium, Krypton, Xenon, and Hydrogen. The author notes that next month's column will correlate the colors of mystery lights with gas ionization.

Personal Accounts: Abduction Experiences of Barbara Schutte

A significant portion of the newsletter is dedicated to the experiences of Barbara Schutte, an individual described as a multiple abductee. Her story is presented chronologically, starting with her involvement with the Southeast Iowa UFO Study Group and her introduction by Jesse Munoz.

• 1978: Neighbors reported UFOs over the river, and a week later, Barbara and her brother witnessed three UFOs in their cornfield. Initial reports to Dr. Hynek's Center for UFO Studies provided no substantiation.
• November 1981: Barbara experienced a severe nightmare, followed by headaches and depression. Under hypnosis by Dr. Leo Sprinkle, she recalled being a UFO abductee three times.
• August 1959: At eight years old, she was taken from her farm by a bright light and a four-foot, dark blue creature with distinctive features. She was taken aboard a craft with a light panel and TV screen, and a tissue sample was taken from her finger, leaving a mysterious scar.
• Autumn 1973: Her car slowed down, and she was lifted through the roof to a craft where she was examined by uniformed men and child-like creatures. She experienced sensations of pain, heat, and cold.
• September 1981: Two days after a CUFOS conference, she had a conscious recall of an abduction involving black figures, forced examination of her mouth and brain, and a possible implantation. She reported experiencing ringing in her ear, receiving precognitive data, and heightened psychic awareness. She also noted a vertebra depression where a laser beam had burned.
• January 1982: Hypnotic regression revealed an experience where she was floated across snowy ground to a saucer-like vehicle, examined by uniformed and dark-suited creatures, and experienced electrical stimulation on her head.

Barbara Schutte also discusses the reactions of people to her accounts, categorizing them into skeptics, believing friends, and those who seemed to have prior knowledge. As an investigator, she reports experiencing phone taps and missing items, emphasizing the need to investigate the intelligence behind the craft.

Study Group Picnic

The newsletter reports on the successful UFO Study Group Picnic, attended by an estimated 88 people (76 adults). The event included door prizes, raffles, and games, with attendees coming from various states including Arkansas, Missouri, New York, Iowa, and Illinois. Irene Alexander, Melva Hageman, Viola Echelle, and Leo Wicklinski are thanked for serving on the picnic arrangements committee.

Investigator Activities

The "Far Out Space" column by John E. Schroeder and the "What UFO Investigators Learn" section by Vi Echele detail recent activities of the UFO Investigators. They met on August 2, 1982, at "Chuck" Adams' home, with eight investigators present. Four UFO cases remain open, with some investigators planning a trip to Ditmar, Missouri, to gather more information on a specific case. Discussions included how people typically report UFO sightings, with a suggestion to create a map to pinpoint sighting locations. Linda Elliott is scheduled to give a report on the book "Missing Time" at the upcoming picnic. The investigators are also considering calling past UFO witnesses to determine if their sightings warrant case numbers. A demonstration of Japanese Martial Arts by Bruce Palmberg and Clifford Crawford is being considered for the October meeting.

Membership and Dues

Melva Hageman's "Dues Are Due" section reminds members that their $6.00 annual dues are payable at the September meeting. These dues are essential for voting rights and support the group's educational programs, Fact Sheets, expert speakers, and the printing and mailing of The UFO Enigma newsletter.

St. Charles Group Activities

Mike Shannon reports on the St. Charles Committee's activities, including upcoming meetings in September, October, and November. Past discussions have included a May skywatch and articles. Future plans include a summer skywatch, a possible slide lecture, and the formation of Research Committees. Interested individuals are invited to attend.

Parapsychology Meeting and Book Report

Viola Echele announces the Parapsychology meeting on September 8th, which will include a book report by Linda Elliot on "Missing Time." Lee Adams may also share a personal psychic experience. Attendees are encouraged to bring unusual clippings or share personal experiences related to UFOs or psychic phenomena.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue include the operational aspects of the UFO Study Group (elections, dues, meetings), the scientific investigation of UFO phenomena (ionization, visible spectrum), and the personal accounts of alleged UFO abductions. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry, encouraging both scientific research and the collection of eyewitness testimony, while also acknowledging the need for rigorous investigation and the potential for psychological factors. The group actively promotes participation and discussion among its members and the wider public interested in UFOs and related phenomena.