The UFO Enigma

Magazine Overview

The December 1988 issue of "The UFO Enigma" is a monthly newsletter published by the UFO Study Group of Greater St. Louis, Inc. It is dedicated to the investigation and reporting of unidentified flying objects (UFOs) and is available via membership for $8.00 per year.

December Meeting: Stephen Mihalic on Life Force Fields

The featured event for the December meeting is a presentation by Mr. Stephen Mihalic, who will speak on "humanoid, animal and plant life force fields." Mihalic claims that UFO encounters, particularly abductions, disrupt the human life force field. He has developed a device to detect these fields and will demonstrate its capabilities. Additionally, he has created the "NOVA Device" to re-stabilize this field. The meeting will also offer attendees the opportunity to use their own life force fields to move objects at a distance without physical contact. The event doubles as the annual Christmas Party, featuring a cover dish buffet. Gift exchange is encouraged with a $5.00 limit. The meeting is scheduled for Sunday, December 11, 1988, at 2:00 p.m. at the Farm and Home Savings and Loan community room in Webster Groves, Missouri.

Scientific Method and the Masters of Silence

This section, authored by John E. Schroeder, discusses a meeting of the Parapsychology Committee where eight attendees discussed "The Scientific Method, the UFO Enigma and Parapsychology." Schroeder quotes Dr. Pierre Guerin of the French Institute of Astrophysics, who emphasizes that scientific proof requires a model and that observational facts are not the same as scientific proof. Guerin notes that scientists are often embarrassed or furious about UFOs because they cannot explain them within current physics. The article references Timothy Good's book "Above Top Secret: The Worldwide UFO Cover-up" and observations from physicist Dr. Harley Rutledge, who recorded UFOs appearing on alternate frames of film. It also touches upon the reluctance of scientists to discuss UFOs, potential CIA infiltration of UFO groups like NICAP and APRO, and Dr. J. Allen Hynek's alleged collaboration with the CIA. General Chassin's 1961 statement urging a "crusade of common sense" regarding UFOs is also cited. The next Parapsychology Committee meeting is announced for December 7 at the Schroeder's home.

Missouri MUFON on the Go!

Written by Bruce Widaman, this section provides an update on MUFON activities and highlights the importance of the MUFON Journal. Widaman expresses gratitude for MUFON friends like William Moore, Jamie Shandera, Stanton T. Friedman, Dr. Bruce Macabee, Dr. David Jacobs, and others. He mentions the possibility of John Lear's information being credible, especially after seeing the movie "They Live," and suggests attendees of the 1989 MUFON Symposium in Las Vegas could ask Lear directly. The section encourages support for UFO research and the UFO Study Group of Greater St. Louis. A postscript notes that four active cases are currently under investigation.

Video Tape Review Meeting

John Roppolo reports on the November 13 UFO Study Group meeting, which featured video tapes of two programs: "Hour Magazine" specials and "UFO Cover-Up." The "Hour Magazine" segments included interviews with Budd Hopkins and abductees, one of whom described a physical examination and scars. Another abductee, "Rusty," recounted missing time and a scar found after hypnotic regression. Hopkins noted that repeated abductions are common among abductees, sometimes starting at a very young age. The "UFO Cover-Up" segment covered the history of UFO sightings, including a 1952 sighting over Washington, D.C., pilot sightings, and sightings from behind the Iron Curtain. The group also heard reports from the Library Committee and recent tabloid clippings. Members and non-members are invited to the next meeting, the Annual Christmas Party.

CE I AT BAY CITY, OREGON

Authored by Joan H. Laurino, this article recounts a UFO sighting by Mr. and Mrs. Wyman in the late 1960s or early 1970s near Tillamook Bay, Oregon. They observed a red light that grew in size and speed, transforming into a 25-30 foot diameter circular craft shaped like a hat with a pulsating red glow. The object was silent and hovered at approximately 150 feet before speeding off. The Wymans were not frightened but felt overwhelmed. Charles Wyman refused to report the sighting. The article mentions additional witnesses and a discussion on KTIL radio, but notes that other witnesses could not be located. Laurino expresses a desire to uncover and share hidden UFO reports.

Library Corner

Peggy Roppolo reports that the Library Committee has filled 18 binders with archival material but has run out of binders. They are requesting donations of 3-ring binders and notebook paper to continue their work. A catalog of the library's holdings will be printed in "The Enigma" starting with this issue, allowing members to request specific items for meetings. Contact information for Joe Palermo and John and Peggy Roppolo is provided for catalog requests.

Catalog of UFO Books

This section provides a partial catalog of books available through the UFO Study Group's library, organized by author and file report code number. Titles cover a wide range of UFO-related topics, including historical accounts, scientific investigations, and speculative theories. Authors listed include Isaac Asimov, Timothy Good, Jacques Vallee, and many others.

Calendar

• The calendar lists upcoming events for December 1988:
• December 3: Parapsychology Committee Meeting at the Schroeder home, St. Louis (7:30 p.m.).
• December 11: UFO Study Group Meeting and Christmas Party at Farm and Home Savings and Loan, Webster Groves, MO (2:00 p.m.).
• December 20: St. Charles UFO Committee meeting at the Bonanza Sirloin Pit, St. Charles, MO (7:30 p.m.).

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The issue consistently promotes the investigation of UFO phenomena, encouraging member participation and the sharing of information. The UFO Study Group of Greater St. Louis, Inc. positions itself as a dedicated organization for collecting and disseminating UFO-related data. There is an emphasis on scientific inquiry, as seen in the discussion of the scientific method, but also an openness to less conventional concepts like "life force fields." The editorial stance appears to be one of active research and information sharing within the UFO community, with a particular focus on local events and a desire to uncover and present UFO reports.