The UFO Enigma - 1988 04 - Volume 8 no 8

Magazine Overview

The UFO Enigma, Volume 8, Number 8, published in April 1988, is a newsletter from the UFO Study Group of Greater St. Louis, Inc. It is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the investigation and reporting of unidentified flying objects (UFOs). Membership is $8.00 per year.

Study Group Meetings: What March Held, What April Promises

The March meeting of the UFO Study Group featured a talk by David H. Childress, author of "His Lost Cities" series and editor of "The Anti-Gravity Handbook and Anti-Gravity and the World Grid." Childress discussed his latest book, "Lost Cities Of Ancient Lemuria And The Pacific," focusing on ancient civilizations, their flying machines, and weaponry, particularly those from the Indian subcontinent. The discussion was related to UFOs, and further information was referenced from the 1987 MUFON Symposium Proceedings.

The upcoming April meeting will feature video tapes of interviews with researchers like Budd Hopkins (on abduction research), Stanton T. Friedman, and Phillip Klass. These interviews, conducted by personalities such as Sally Jessey Raphael, Oprah Winfrey, and Geraldo Rivera, will be shown on Sunday, April 10, at 2:00 p.m. at the Farm and Home Savings community room in Webster Groves, Missouri.

Yellow Alert!

This section, written by Joseph L. Palermo, the Missouri Director of Public Information and Education for MUFON and a Board Member of the UFO Study Group, expresses concern about a perceived "descent" or division among ufologists. Palermo recounts his first UFO sighting in 1973 and his involvement with the UFO Study Group, which he notes was a precursor to the Mutual UFO Network (MUFON).

He critiques an article by Barry Greenwood in the December 1987 MUFON Journal titled "MJ-12 MAGIC ACT." Palermo expresses strong disagreement with the article's conclusion that the MJ-12 affair "APPEARS to be a grand deception." He argues that such statements are fence-sitting and compares them to the approach of Philip Klass. Palermo emphasizes the need for clear stances, either calling it a fake or not, rather than using ambiguous language.

Palermo also questions why Timothy Green Beckley (referred to as Shandera) was chosen to receive information related to MJ-12, rather than more prominent figures like Walter Cronkite, Dan Rather, or Carl Sagan. He suggests that figures like Rather, Cronkite, and Sagan would face significant scrutiny if they were to present such information.

He defends the decision of Bill Moore and Stanton T. Friedman to withhold certain information from the MJ-12 documents, suggesting that knowledgeable individuals could trace the source if they had a clean copy. Palermo believes that if he possessed such information, he would also secure its accuracy before releasing it.

Palermo concludes by stating that he feels confident that if any forgery was involved in the MJ-12 documents, it originated from the source and not from Shandera, Moore, and Friedman. He believes there may be jealousy among ufologists and criticizes the approach of CAUS (Citizens Against UFO Secrecy) in their article.

Faith: First Defense Against Psychic Attack

Written by John E. Schroeder, this article discusses apparent psychic attacks and physical symptoms experienced by UFO investigators. It references books like "Intruders" by Budd Hopkins and "Communion" by Whitley Strieber. The author notes that those controlling UFOs are perceived as evil and that despite evidence of UFO incursions and government declassification, official denial of UFO existence persists.

The article touches upon the Rendlesham Forest Case and the idea of a "demon worshipping coalition" influencing governments. It posits that a satanic core government aims at the annihilation of Christians and the destruction of those who believe in God. The author suggests that faith in Jesus Christ serves as a deterrent to evil spirits and provides discernment between good and evil.

One participant in the discussion believed that UFO occupants, despite their forceful experiments, might have some positive influence, citing an instance of missing time.

Norma Parker is scheduled to speak on "Radonics and Free Energy Integration" on April 6 at the Schroeder home.

Shipboard!

This column, by Marjorie Sherrill, features a narrative from Taval, a being from a distant planet who communicates through a human intermediary. Taval is part of a Federation that sends pairs of individuals from various planets to act as bridges between heaven and earth. Taval and his teammate, Victorious, are described as a pair who have incarnated on Earth multiple times since the time of Jesus.

Their mission involves awakening human hearts through a "love vibration." Taval explains that thought forms are real and can influence human thinking and earth's vibrations. Upon completing their mission, Taval and Victorious will return to their home planet in a fourth-dimensional physical form. Taval's ship is crewed by ten people and operates using a magnetic field, drawing fuel from the atmosphere. The ship's crew transports people between planets and monitors Earth, including war zones and natural disasters, which are seen as acts of cleansing.

The ship operates in a fourth-dimensional physical state, not requiring fuel stations. It is powered by crystals, which are considered vital for their technology. The crew lives in simple quarters on their mother ship, the Dove, and consumes non-carnivorous food and special liquids, returning to the mother ship for their main food.

UFO Museum! A Proposal

George Fawcett, a civilian UFO investigator with 42 years of experience, proposes the establishment of a UFO Museum. The proposal, copyrighted in 1986, outlines the rationale and function of such a museum.

Why a UFO Museum?

1. Preserve UFO history for future generations.
2. Capitalize on public interest in UFOs.
3. Serve as a collection center for UFO materials.
4. Educate the public on current UFO facts and discoveries.
5. Act as a "reporting center" for eyewitnesses.
6. Cooperate with other UFO organizations.

What's in a UFO Museum?

• The museum would include:
• Classrooms for teaching UFO courses and workshops.
• A reading room and library for viewing UFO books, journals, and documents.
• A lecture room auditorium for symposiums, conferences, and guest speakers.
• An exhibit room displaying eyewitness accounts, artifacts, models of UFOs, and IFOs (Identified Flying Objects).
• A research room with filing cabinets, case histories, and computers.
• A publications and information room for retail sales of UFO-related materials.
• A snack bar and registration room with food, vending machines, and interactive UFO quizzes.
• A storage and utility room for supplies and incoming exhibits.
• An office for administrative tasks.

How Would a UFO Museum Function?

The museum would host classes, workshops, and meetings in the classrooms. The library would house extensive UFO literature. The auditorium would be used for events and rentals. The exhibit room would showcase various aspects of UFO phenomena, including potential exhibits of "Retrievals of the Third Kind" if confirmed. The research room would facilitate in-depth study and information sharing. The publications room would offer materials for sale, and the snack bar would provide refreshments and interactive experiences. The office would handle administrative duties.

Calender

• The calendar lists upcoming events for April 1988:
• April 6: Parapsychology Committee Meeting at the Schroeder home, St. Louis, MO.
• April 10: UFO Study Group Meeting at the Farm and Home Savings and Loan, Webster Groves, MO.
• April 19: Charles UFO Committee Meeting at the Bonanza Sirloin Pit, St. Charles, MO.

The calendar also announces the MUFON 1988 UFO Symposium in Lincoln, NE, from June 26-29.

Coming Next Month!

The next issue of The Enigma will feature the conclusion of George Fawcett's proposal for a UFO Museum. It will also cover the recent Regional Conference of the Mutual UFO Network (MUFON) held in Eureka Springs, Arkansas, and details on the latest Florida sightings.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The issue reflects a strong interest in UFO phenomena, ancient civilizations, and the controversial MJ-12 documents. There's a clear division of opinion regarding the MJ-12 affair, with some ufologists advocating for skepticism and others seeking further evidence. The publication also touches upon spiritual and parapsychological aspects related to UFO experiences, suggesting faith as a defense mechanism. The proposal for a UFO Museum highlights a desire to consolidate and disseminate information within the UFO community. The editorial stance appears to be one of open investigation and discussion, while also acknowledging internal debates and differing perspectives within the field.