The UFO Enigma - 1985 06 - Volume 5 no 7

Magazine Overview

This issue of "THE UFO" newsletter, published monthly by the UFO Study Group of Greater St. Louis, Inc., is dedicated to the 16th Annual MUFON UFO Symposium. The newsletter is Volume 5, Number 7, dated June 1985. The UFO Study Group is a nonprofit organization focused on investigating and reporting unidentified flying objects.

Symposium Editorial

The editorial, written by Karen Tellor, Barbara Becker, and Walt Andrus, announces the 16th Annual MUFON UFO Symposium, sponsored by the UFO Study Group of Greater St. Louis, Inc. The event is scheduled for June 28th, 29th, and 30th, 1985, at the Chase Park Plaza Hotel in St. Louis, Missouri. The theme for the year is "UFOs: THE BURDEN OF PROOF." Ten speakers are slated to present on controversial UFO topics, including close encounters, abductions, crashed saucers, and government cover-ups. The symposium is open to the public, with the stipulation that children under 17 must be accompanied by an adult. Contact information for reservations is provided: Barbara Becker at 314-725-3445 or Helen Hanke at 314-831-0413. A Friday evening social at Mr. Sam's is mentioned. Additionally, Ken McLean will speak on public education at a special meeting for MUFON State Directors and Public Information Committee members. A special breakfast with speakers is scheduled for Sunday morning, costing $10.00, with limited space. Advance registration for the symposium is $25.00 until June 21st, after which it increases to $28.00. Individual sessions are $7.50. Registration can be done by contacting Helen at 314-831-0413 or by mail. Hotel reservations can be made at the Chase Hotel. The Veiled Prophet Fair will follow the symposium, potentially causing hotel crowding. Room rates are $60.00 for single/double, $70.00 for three persons, and $80.00 for four persons, with children under 18 staying free. The Annual MUFON Corporate Meeting will occur after the symposium's breakfast, where State Directors will present reports and officers will be elected. Several speakers are expected to appear on local radio and TV prior to the event. A tentative schedule of media appearances is provided for John Schuessler, William Moore, and Louie Dreith.

Schedule of Events and Speakers

The newsletter includes a detailed program schedule for the 1985 MUFON UFO Symposium, held at the Chase Park Plaza Hotel in St. Louis, Missouri.

• Friday, June 28, 1985:
• 1 PM - 4 PM: Press Conference (Park Room, 3rd Floor)
• 7 PM - 11 PM: Registration & Reception (Mr. Sam's, 3rd Floor)

• Saturday, June 29, 1985:
• 9 AM - Noon: Speakers (Tiara Room, 27th Floor)
• Marge Christensen: "SHIFTING THE BURDEN OF PROOF" (Discussing public awareness and respectability of UFOs).
• George Fawcett: "UFO REPETITIONS: A CHALLENGE TO SCIENTIFIC INVESTIGATIONS" (Focusing on consistent and persistent sightings globally).
• Leonard Stringfield: "FATAL ENCOUNTER AT FORT DIX - MCGUIRE: A CASE STUDY" (Substantive information on a fatal encounter involving an alleged alien entity).
• 12 PM - 1 PM: Lunch
• 1 PM - 5 PM: Speakers (Tiara Room, 27th Floor)
• Peter Gersten: "THE BURDEN OF PROOF" (U.S. government involvement and cover-ups disclosed via FOIA).
• John Schuessler: "THE MEDICAL EVIDENCE IN UFO CASES" (Updating on the Cash-Landrum Case and radiation burns from a UFO encounter).

• Saturday Evening:
• 5 PM - 7 PM: Dinner
• 7 PM - 10 PM: Speakers (Tiara Room, 27th Floor)
• Ted Phillips: "PHYSICAL TRACE LANDING REPORTS: THE CASE FOR UFOS?" (Examining physical evidence from alleged UFO landing sites).
• William Moore: "CRASHED SAUCERS: EVIDENCE IN THE SEARCH FOR PROOF" (Analyzing cases of crashed saucers).
• Stanton T. Friedman: "FLYING SAUCERS, NOISY NEGATIVISTS AND TRUTH" (Critiquing the scientific community's stance on UFOs).
• 10 PM - 11 PM: Panel Discussion (All speakers, Tiara Room, 27th Floor)

• Sunday, June 30, 1985:
• 12:30 PM - 3 PM: Speakers (Tiara Room, 27th Floor)
• David Webb: "THE INFLUENCE OF HYPNOSIS IN THE INVESTIGATION OF ABDUCTION CASES" (Statistically oriented study on hypnosis in abduction investigations).
• Budd Hopkins: "THE EVIDENCE SUPPORTING UFO ABDUCTION REPORTS" (Evidence supporting alien abductions, including witnesses and physical traces).
• 3 PM - 4 PM: Panel Discussion (All speakers, Tiara Room, 27th Floor)

Speaker Biographies and Backgrounds

The newsletter provides condensed biographies for several key speakers:

• Leonard H. Stringfield (Cincinnati, Ohio): Author, lecturer, and researcher, proponent of the Extraterrestrial Hypothesis. Served in Army Intelligence during WWII, encountering UFOs. Author of "Inside Saucer Post" and "Situation Red, The UFO Siege." Details his cooperation with the U.S. Air Force's C.R.I.F.O. in the mid-1950s.

• William Moore (Burbank, California): Freelance writer, lecturer, and researcher. Author of "The Philadelphia Experiment" and co-author of "The Roswell Incident." Served as Research Consultant for "The Bermuda Triangle" film and "The Philadelphia Experiment" movie. Hosted a radio show "The Unusual World of William Moore." Has conducted extensive on-site investigations across North America.

• Marge Christensen (Beverly, Massachusetts): MUFON's National Director of Public Relations and Massachusetts State Director. Has given numerous lectures and UFO courses. Involved with the National Committee on Public Information and Public Education, coordinating National UFO Information Week. Publishes the "National MUFON Newsletter" and the "P.I.P.E. Line." Directs a cable TV news magazine "Issues and Actions."

• George D. Fawcett (Lincolnton, North Carolina): Veteran researcher and investigator with over 40 years of experience. Author of over 100 published articles and the book "Quarter Century Studies of UFOs." Taught accredited UFO college courses. Served in the U.S. Army and worked in journalism. MUFON State Director and Director of Public Relations for North Carolina.

• John F. Schuessler (Houston, Texas): Aerospace engineering manager associated with U.S. space programs. Interested in advanced propulsion concepts and their effects on human systems. Principal investigator in the Cash-Landrum injury case. Holds a Master of Science in Future Studies. Founding member of the UFO Study Group of Greater St. Louis and Mutual UFO Network (MUFON). Deputy Director for Administration at MUFON.

• David Webb (Burlington, Massachusetts): Senior scientist specializing in solar physics research. Active in UFO research since 1960. Member of MUFON, NICAP, and APRO. Specializes in CE-III UFO reports. Co-authored "1973 Year of the Humanoids."

• Stanton T. Friedman (New Brunswick, Canada): Nuclear physicist, communicator, author, and lecturer. Began UFOlogical career as a "non-believer" in 1958. Has given over 500 lectures and appeared on numerous radio and TV programs. Involved in the documentary "UFOs Are Real." Holds an M.S. from the University of Chicago. Worked for major aerospace firms. Resumed consulting in Canada, focusing on Food Irradiation, Seed Stimulation, and Waste Heat Recovery. Has provided weekly radio science commentary.

• Peter A. Gersten, J.D. (Tarrytown, New York): Attorney. Served as Deputy Bureau Chief in the Kings County District Attorney office. Executive Director of Victim Witness Assistance Project. Joined MUFON in 1977 as legal advisor and field investigator. Provided legal counsel in cases leading to the release of UFO documents. Represented Citizens Against UFO Secrecy.

• Budd Hopkins (New York, New York): Artist interested in UFO phenomena since 1964. Actively investigating UFO reports since 1975. Author of "Missing Time: A Documented Study of UFO Abductions." Contributed to various publications. Currently working on a book about multi-generational abduction experiences.

• Ted Phillips (Reed Springs, Missouri): Described as the "world expert in physical traces found at alleged UFO landing sites" by Dr. J. Allen Hynek. Worked with Dr. Hynek since 1968. Investigated over 550 UFO reports and compiled a file on physical trace landing cases. Participated in numerous scientific programs and lectured widely.

• Ken McLean (Laramie, Wyoming): Wyoming State Director for MUFON. Interested in UFO studies for many years. Holds degrees in Psychology and Technical Journalism. Working towards a doctorate in Adult Education. Aims to create a "Museum of UFO Studies." Became interested through Dr. Leo Sprinkle. Chairperson of the Paranormal Research Organization for UFO Studies.

Other Information

The newsletter also mentions the availability of the MUFON 1985 UFO Symposium Proceedings for sale ($10.00 at the symposium, $11.50 by mail after July 1, 1985). T-Shirts, Tote Bags, and the UFOSG cookbook "The Galactic Gourmet" will also be sold to raise funds for local UFO groups. The UFO Study Group of Greater St. Louis will recess during June, July, and August, resuming on September 8th. Their monthly meetings are held at Farm and Home Savings and Loan. An annual UFOSG picnic is scheduled for June 9th at Love Park. An upcoming UFOSG Awards Banquet is planned for August. Information about Stanton Friedman and William Moore's radio and TV appearances is also provided.

Special Thanks

Cliff Palmberg, Chairperson for the Symposium Planning Committee, expresses gratitude to the committee members for their dedication, specifically thanking Ken Hanke, Barbara Becker, Karen Tellor, Walter and Myrtle Palmer, Spencer Wolling, Bruce Widamen, John Roppolo, Peggy Epperson, Joe Palermo, Mike Shannon, Helen Hanke, and Frank Brown.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The primary theme of this issue is the promotion and detailed coverage of the 1985 MUFON UFO Symposium. The editorial stance is one of active engagement and support for UFO research and investigation, as evidenced by the sponsorship of the symposium and the detailed biographies of prominent UFO researchers and speakers. The newsletter aims to inform its readers about upcoming events, research findings, and the ongoing efforts within the UFO community. There is a clear emphasis on providing comprehensive information about the symposium, from registration details to speaker credentials and topics, encouraging participation and awareness.