The UFO Enigma

Magazine Overview

The UFO Enigma - March 1988

This issue of The UFO Enigma, published monthly by the UFO Study Group of Greater St. Louis, Inc., focuses on upcoming events, historical UFO investigations, and personal encounter reports. The publication is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the investigation and reporting of unidentified flying objects (UFOs), with a yearly membership fee of $8.00.

Key Articles and Features:

David Hatcher Childress to Speak at Next Study Group Meeting

David Hatcher Childress, an author and researcher of ancient civilizations, is scheduled to lecture at the March meeting of the UFO Study Group of Greater St. Louis. His talk will explore the connections between ancient civilizations and UFO phenomena. Childress, who has authored four books on ancient ruins and expeditions, will also provide a preview of his latest book, "Lost Cities Of Ancient Lemuria And The Pacific." He currently resides in a spiritual community in north central Illinois and has visited 85 countries.

Regional MUFON UFO Conference

The Arkansas Mutual UFO Network and Bill Pitts are hosting a UFO conference in Eureka Springs, Arkansas, on March 25-26. The conference aims to explore the early days of the UFO phenomenon, featuring individuals who were involved with Project Blue Book. Speakers include Major Dewey Fournet, Al Chop, Airman First Class Max Futch, and Jennie Zeidman, who will discuss their roles and recollections of Project Blue Book, Dr. J. Allen Hynek's involvement, and the "Estimate of the Situation."

HAVE YOU READ THESE YET?

This section, compiled by Peggy Roppolo, provides a partial list of recently published UFO-related articles from various sources, including OMNI and Newsweek, covering topics like UFO updates and specific sightings.

THE STRANGERS: Questions and Answers

This is an in-depth interview conducted by Joan H. Laurino with Martha Throne regarding her encounter with three "strangers." Martha describes the "pixy-faced" lady and a tall lady dressed in white, detailing their unusual appearance, language, and behavior. She recounts how they seemed to know details about her speaking engagement at a panel discussion before it was officially announced. Martha expresses a mysterious feeling of oneness with the "pixy-faced" lady and describes the encounter as a mild but interesting one, leaving her with a sense of peace and goodwill.

GEORGE FAWCETT RECOMMENDS

Ken Hanke writes about George Fawcett, a UFO investigator and researcher with 42 years of experience and an extensive UFO library. Fawcett has compiled a list of recommended UFO publications and organizations, serving as a valuable resource for correspondents worldwide. His list includes 58 sources from the USA, Canada, England, and Australia.

BELIEVE IT OR NOT

By Charles E. Roberts, this article discusses the nature of beliefs and how they are formed by education and mental attitudes. Roberts suggests that people often cling to false beliefs and that the conscious mind, if uncontrolled, can lead to "wild imaginings." He emphasizes the importance of controlling the conscious mind and examining one's beliefs.

COUD-I: Collectors of Unusual Data International

This section introduces COUD-I, an association of Fortean data collectors founded by Ray Nelke. COUD-I aims to exchange Fortean clips, articles, and bibliographies worldwide and produces a newsletter called "Anomalous Thoughts."

COMING NEXT MONTH!

Future articles planned for The Enigma include "SHIPBOARD!" by Marjorie Sherrill, about an alien named Taval, and "YELLOW ALERT" by Joe Palermo, the Missouri Public Information Officer for MUFON. The issue will also feature a report on the Regional MUFON UFO Conference and George Fawcett's plans for a UFO museum.

Calender

The calendar lists upcoming events in March 1988, including a Parapsychology Committee Meeting, the UFO Study Group Meeting, and a St. Charles UFO Committee meeting.

Editor's Notes and Letters

An editor's note acknowledges a previous article by Joan Laurino and thanks Martha for her contribution. A "Dear Editor" letter from Martha Throne expresses her willingness to share details of her encounter. Another editor's note discusses the recent publication of STRANGE MAGAZINE and the COUD-I organization.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently promotes the investigation of UFO phenomena, historical research into early UFO cases like Project Blue Book, and the sharing of personal encounter experiences. There is a strong emphasis on providing resources for researchers, such as George Fawcett's recommended lists and the COUD-I data exchange. The editorial stance appears to be open-minded and dedicated to exploring the UFO subject, encouraging readers to examine evidence and beliefs critically, as exemplified by Charles E. Roberts' article. The publication also aims to keep its readership informed about relevant conferences and upcoming articles.