The UFO Enigma - 1989 06 - Volume 9 no 10

Magazine Overview

Title: The UFO Enigma
Issue: Volume 9, Number 10
Date: June 1989
Publisher: UFO Study Group of Greater St. Louis, Inc.

This issue of The UFO Enigma, the final publication for the 1988-1989 season, covers various activities and discussions within the UFO Study Group of Greater St. Louis. It includes updates on meetings, a picnic, and delves into significant UFO-related reports and conferences.

Mother's Day Meeting: A Planning Session

John Roppolo reports on the May 14th meeting, which served as an open forum for ideas and plans for the coming months. President Joe Palermo facilitated discussions on the Annual Picnic scheduled for June 11th and gathered membership input on the group's future direction. Information regarding the picnic and a "Raffling for Information" initiative is referenced within this issue. A significant announcement was made regarding the change in meeting locations for the upcoming year. Starting in September, meetings will be held in the basement of the Boatmen's Bank building at the corner of Lockwood and Gore in Webster Groves, maintaining the second Sunday of the month at 2:00 p.m. schedule.

Library Corner

Peggy Roppolo announces that this is the last Enigma issue for the year and that the Archives and Library departments will be divided into separate committees. She is initiating a contest to name her column, with the winner to be announced in September. The prize for the winning entry is 'The Abduction Scrapbook.' Submissions for the contest and any interesting articles for the archives, complete with source and date, should be sent to Peggy Roppolo at 2023 Santa Monica, St. Charles, MO 63303.

Annual UFO Picnic

The Annual UFO Study Group Picnic is scheduled for Sunday, June 11, at the Laumeier Park Pavilion in Kirkwood, MO, starting at 11:00 a.m. Members are encouraged to bring a covered dish, condiments, and soft drinks or fruit juices, while the Study Group will provide hotdogs. Directions to the park are provided, including a map (figure "B"), detailing the route from Lindbergh Blvd. and Interstate 44 to the WEST entrance of Laumeier Sculpture Park. The event is described as a relaxed occasion for members to socialize and discuss UFOs.

Raffling for Information

Peggy Roppolo introduces a new raffle program initiated at a recent UFO Study Group meeting, which proved successful and will continue. The program involves raffles for books, with tickets costing 25 cents for a chance to win two books. Marjorie Sherrill and Walter Palmer were the initial winners. For the upcoming picnic, several raffles are planned: one for a scrapbook of comics, another for a book by Jacques Vallee, and a third for a mystery video. The raffles will cost 25 cents per chance for the scrapbook and book, and $1.00 per chance for the video.

Parapsychology Group Agrees on Lear and Krill Reports

John E. Schroeder reports on the May 3rd Parapsychology Committee Meeting, which featured a discussion on the Lear and Krill Reports. Bruce Widaman shared a March 21, 1989 Star article about the Discovery Shuttle's UFO encounter. Robert Eschler presented an audio tape allegedly from the Shuttle's communication channel, detailing an interchange about the sighting and the subsequent loss of power. The Discovery Shuttle landed safely on March 19th. The article also notes that Robert Eschler will be a presenter at the October 21st UFO Conference in St. Louis. A June 7th meeting of the Parapsychology Group will feature reviews of books on secret government agencies and surveillance technology. Spencer Wolling shared information about 'Operation Indigo,' an initiative inviting parapsychologists to concentrate on UFOs for alien messages. Forest Crawford, a Chemical Engineer, presented a summary of The Lear Report, which posits that the U.S. Government has cooperated with aliens and provided them with underground bases in New Mexico. The report also claims that American officers found partially constructed saucers in Germany after World War II, based on alien-supplied plans.

UFO Crash at Rosewell, New Mexico and Other UFO Sightings

The article continues the discussion on the Lear Report, detailing how the Rosewell crash prompted the formation of Majestic 12 (MJ-12) to build a flyable saucer. It suggests that 'scientists' were better at disassembling than reassembling technology and that the aliens held leverage due to their ability to destroy humanity. The aliens reportedly received permission to build six underground bases in the U.S. for genetic experiments and to feed on blood and animal parts. They also were permitted to embed sensors in humans. The aliens claim to have genetically manipulated humans, boosted intelligence through cross-breeding, and set up prophecies concerning Christ. The report suggests humanity has been lulled into a false sense of security, making the situation potentially hopeless. Krill's report is mentioned as a synthesis of sources, including psychic interviews, that support these assertions. John Schroeder noted that psychic dreams from 35 years prior warned of demonic spirit beings setting up oligarchies, conducting experiments, and fabricating the account of Christ. The article questions the demonic nature of beings claiming to have created the Creator.

The Parapsychology Committee agreed that while Lear and Krill's hypotheses are undocumented, they might contain some truth. The article suggests that in matters of belief, humans should refer to their faith, with Christians directed to the Holy Spirit for discernment.

National Conference in Eureka Springs

John Carpenter reports on a three-day national conference on ufology held in Eureka Springs, attended by 250 people, featuring 17 presentations. Jim Williamson discussed UFO sightings in southern Arkansas, including photos of objects with unusual maneuvers. Robert Reid, a retired U.S. Air Force colonel, presented on the Gulf Breeze sightings. Rob Swaitek reviewed results from an 'Abduction Questionnaire' study. Rosemary Decker and Bill Clendenon shared their research, agreeing that George Adamski fabricated stories but emphasizing the genuineness of his original experiences. Danny Gordon, a radio newsman, shared his conversion from skepticism to advocacy after covering 3,000 UFO reports. Linda Howe described aspects of cattle mutilations, presenting evidence of precise organ removal. Antonio Huneeus presented cases from Central and South America, noting government cooperation in some instances, including an incident in Chile where a military colonel vanished near a landed UFO and reappeared 50 minutes later. Dr. James Deardorff reviewed photo analysis in the Billy Meier case, finding the pictures and video tape to be remarkably genuine. Norman Oliver presented information on UFO events in Great Britain. Vickie Cooper, Co-Editor of UFO magazine, emphasized reporting accurate facts. Bob Oechsler revealed that an uncensored communication from the Space Shuttle Discovery, stating "Houston, this is Discovery. We still have the alien spacecraft under observation," was heard and recorded.

Letter to the Editor

Joan H. Laurino writes about the purpose of extraterrestrial visits, hypothesizing that they are drawn to Earth's natural wonders and diverse life forms. She suggests that Earth is a unique 'blue marble' in the solar system, offering a rich tapestry of cultures, languages, religions, and natural beauty that would attract space-faring civilizations. The letter concludes by questioning if this explains why UFOs are here.

UFOLOGY: AT THE TURNING POINT

This section advertises a video tape featuring lectures by Budd Hopkins on alien abductions, Bill Moore on the Aztec crash hoax, and Stanton Friedman on the MJ-12 cover-up. The tape costs $39.95 and can be ordered from RAD PRODUCTIONS, LTD.

Calendar

The calendar lists upcoming events for June 1989, including a Parapsychology Committee meeting on June 7th, the Annual UFO Study Group Picnic on June 11th, and a St. Charles UFO Committee meeting on June 20th.

Once Again - Thanks for the Help

Ken Hanke, Editor, expresses gratitude to the many individuals who contributed to the publication of The UFO Enigma over the past year, stating that the publication would not exist without their support. He thanks Frank Brown and lists other contributors including Aileen Edwards, Loren Goldfeather, Helen Hanke, Alex Horvat, Bill Jones, Joan Laurino, Jane Mayer, Doyle McManus, Bill McNeff, Ben Obina, Joe Palermo, John and Peggy Roppolo, John Scroeder, John Schuessler, Jean Smith, and Bruce Widaman. He wishes everyone a safe and happy summer and looks forward to the return of the publication in September.

Known UFO Crashes

This section provides a chronological list of known UFO crash incidents from 1942 through 1978, emphasizing that the list is not necessarily complete as only the government would know the full extent. The information is credited to The Missing Link magazine. Notable entries include Roswell (1947) with 3 bodies and a cylindrical vehicle, Aztec (1948) with 12 bodies, and various other incidents with reported numbers of bodies and locations across the globe.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue revolve around UFO investigations, reports, and conferences. There's a strong emphasis on the scientific and investigative aspects of ufology, with discussions of specific reports like Lear and Krill, and presentations from researchers and scientists. The issue also touches upon the more speculative and philosophical aspects, such as the motivations of extraterrestrials and the potential for alien influence. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry and a desire to share information and research findings with the membership, while acknowledging the limitations of current scientific proof and encouraging critical thinking.