The UFO Enigma - 1990 05 - Volume 10 no 9

Magazine Overview

The UFO Enigma, Volume 10, Number 9, published in May 1990 by the UFO Study Group of Greater St. Louis, Inc., is a monthly newsletter dedicated to the investigation and reporting of unidentified flying objects (UFOs). Membership is $8.00 per year. The issue features a review of the Ozark Conference, a detailed interview with Bob Lazar about his alleged experiences at Area 51, and an investigation into fireballs seen over St. Louis.

Ozark Conference Review Coming at May Meeting

This section, written by Ken Hanke, previews the upcoming UFO Study Group meeting on May 13th, which will include a review of the Ozark UFO Conference held in Eureka Springs from April 6-8. Several members of the St. Louis group attended, including Forest Crawford, Alex Horvat, and Bruce Widaman. Alex Horvat is scheduled to share details of the conference. The article lists 13 speakers and their talk titles, covering topics such as alien abduction, UFOs in the Soviet Union, the Steen Mountain Odyssey, extraterrestrial life, British crop circles, and unusual lights in Arkansas. Other speakers included Dr. John Altshuler on '1990: The Harvest Continues,' Carey Baker on 'The Fyffe, Alabama UFO Events,' Ed and Frances Walters on 'The Gulf Breeze Story,' Robert Oechsler on 'Alien Technology in Society Today,' Timothy Good on 'Above Top Secret: An Update,' and Bill Hamilton on 'Cosmic Top Secret.' The meeting was to be held at the Boatmen's Bank Building in Webster Groves, Missouri.

Parapsychology Group Shares Potpourri

Written by John E. Schroeder, this section reports on a meeting of the Parapsychology Committee attended by seven people. Walter Palmer presented follow-up information on the dangers of electromagnetic fields, citing the 'Harvard Medical School Health Letter.' The discussion also touched upon the 'Transformation: 1990 Intercontinental Metaphysical Conference' in Clarksville, IN, including Cleve Backster's work with plant communication and its implications for holistic health. Linda Moulton Howe's work on animal mutilations was also mentioned. The group noted the Gulf Breeze, Florida sightings and discussed government agencies' actions to cover up UFO research and intimidate researchers. A key question raised was how ordinary citizens could counter government surveillance. Material from Bob Lazar, claiming he saw UFOs at an underground military base near Groom Lake, Nevada, was shared, describing 'saucers' with seats for child-size and human occupants, and grainy video tapes purportedly flown by U.S. pilots. The next Parapsychology Committee meeting was scheduled for May 2nd, featuring the film 'They Live.'

To Catch a Flying Star Featured at April Meeting

By Margaret Myers, this article summarizes the UFO Study Group meeting on April 8, 1990. President John Schroeder presented information from Shirley Coyne of MUFON regarding an article in 'People Magazine' about the 'Martian Metropolis Mystery.' The Russian Phobos Space Probe reportedly sent pictures of Mars showing a large egg-shaped shadow, possibly a UFO, and photos of what appeared to be a city-like pattern 60 kilometers wide. Despite Mars's cold atmosphere, heat sensors detected heat. The Phobos Probe ceased transmissions after sending these pictures. Viking photos from the USA also showed clusters of pyramids on Mars, some estimated to be 10 times higher than known pyramids, and other pyramids near a humanoid face.

What's Happening at Groom Lake, Area 51? Part 2

This section features excerpts from interviews with Robert Lazar by George Knapp, host of 'On The Record' on KLAS-TV. Lazar discusses his reasons for coming forward, including concerns about his safety and the disappearance of his personal records. He claims to have worked on advanced technology at Area 51 (S-4), including an antimatter reactor and gravity propulsion systems. He describes Element 115 as a super-heavy element crucial for these technologies, which he believes cannot be synthesized on Earth and must have been found or given. Lazar explains that the antimatter reactor is a powerful energy source, converting matter to energy with 100% efficiency, and that gravity generators create a gravitational field by siphoning off gravity waves. He asserts that Earth science does not understand gravity itself. Lazar suggests that this technology allows for distortion of time and space, enabling travel without linear movement. He also discusses the possibility of alien life and mentions reading reports about alien autopsy and origins from Zeta Reticuli.

Fireballs Over St. Louis

By Forest Crawford, this is the second part of a three-part series on sightings from the night of March 17, 1990. Alex Horvat of MUFON exchanged information with KMOV Channel 4, which had received numerous calls about fireballs. MUFON's expertise was used to investigate, and Alex was asked to present findings on camera. Alex and Laura McKee interviewed a witness who collected material believed to be fireball remains. Another witness in Troy, Missouri, reported a fireball landing in his yard. The Lincoln County Sheriff's department also reported recovered fireball remains. Three deputies witnessed the fireballs, corroborating the time and direction. Crawford presented the findings to KMOV Channel 4 and KTVI Channel 2. At Washington University, professors in Earth and Planetary Sciences examined the artifacts. They agreed the material was not a meteorite or comet, suggesting it could be man-made. The article explores theories including satellite reentry, space junk, and SDI (Star Wars) weapon tests, such as particle beam or laser satellites, or 'smart rock' anti-satellite devices. The debris pattern was narrow and directional, consistent with a high-velocity object or a shotgun-like firing. The possibility of a secret weapon test was raised, with NORAD stating it was an astronomical object. The space shuttle launch prior to the incident is also mentioned.

Calendar

• The calendar lists upcoming events for May 1990:
• May 2: Parapsychology Committee Meeting at the Schroeder home, St. Louis.
• May 13: UFO Study Group Meeting at the Boatmen's National Bank, Webster Groves, MO.
• May 15: St. Charles UFO Research Committee at the Bonanza Restaurant, Bridgeton, MO.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue revolve around the investigation of UFO phenomena, including conference reviews, witness testimonies, and alleged government secrets. The magazine appears to adopt an open-minded but critical stance, presenting information from various sources, including controversial figures like Bob Lazar, while also seeking scientific and investigative analysis, as seen in the fireball investigation. There is a clear interest in advanced technology, potential government cover-ups, and the possibility of extraterrestrial life. The editorial stance seems to be one of encouraging research and open discussion of these topics, while acknowledging the need for careful verification and the potential for disinformation.