The UFO Enigma - 1992 02 - Volume 12 no 6

Magazine Overview

The UFO Enigma, Volume 12, Number 6, published in February 1992 by the UFO Study Group of Greater St. Louis, is a monthly publication covering UFO phenomena. This issue includes a review of William F. Hamilton III's book "Cosmic Top Secret," a report on Frank Brown's personal UFO experiences, and a discussion on the development of the "Stealth Bomber." The magazine also features a calendar of events and information about the Study Group.

Article: Palmer Reviews "Cosmic Top Secret"

This section announces a meeting of the UFO Study Group of Saint Louis on Sunday, February 2, 1992, where Walter Palmer will review "Cosmic Top Secret" by William F. Hamilton III. The book, with an introduction by John Lear, covers UFO crashes, such as the July 2, 1947 incident at Brazil's New Mexico ranch, and proposes the existence of secret alien bases where experiments on humans and other life forms are conducted. Hamilton presents evidence he deems worthy of consideration and offers scenarios that might seem like science fiction. The review highlights Hamilton's work on scientists trying to match UFO technology and his descriptions of alien anatomy, suggesting the book will provide much food for thought.

Article: Frank Brown's UFO Experiences

Authored by Marge Myers, this article details Frank Brown's personal encounters with UFOs, presented at a UFO Study Group meeting on January 12. Brown shared experiences from his extensive library of UFO accounts.

1940 Sighting

During a fishing trip in June 1940 at Licking, Missouri, Frank Brown observed a metal disk, likened to a "giant hubcap," flying over trees at a distance of about 400 yards. When Brown joined the Study Group in 1973, he shared this experience with John Schuessler, who estimated the UFO's diameter to be between 15 and 17 feet.

1975 Sighting

On January 1, 1975, Frank Brown was driving with friends from Springfield, Illinois, to St. Louis. Around 10 p.m. on a moonless night, they witnessed a circle of lights flashing alternately red, green, blue, and yellow. The craft, estimated to be about 30 feet in diameter, hovered approximately 200 feet above Interstate 55. Brown urged the driver to stop for a better look, but the driver, frightened, sped away. Unlike some reported cases where UFOs stop car engines, this did not occur.

Labrador Sighting (June 19, 1954)

Brown also recounted a well-documented sighting over Labrador on June 19, 1954. The pilot of a Boeing Stratocruiser, Flight 510-196, en route from New York to London, was instructed by the Goose Bay tower to avoid the Boston area without explanation. While flying beyond Boston at 8000 feet and 230 knots, the pilot and passengers observed a group of seven lights—one large and six small—pacing the plane. The objects shifted formation multiple times. The pilot reported this to the Goose Bay tower, which then contacted an F-94 patrol aircraft. The F-94 detected the Stratocruiser on radar but no other objects. The navigator of the Stratocruiser reported that the smaller lights appeared to converge and enter the larger one. As the F-94 approached, the large object seemed to diminish and flicker out.

New Mexico Encounter

Frank Brown and his older son used a metal detector near an old stage coach station and fort in Grant, New Mexico. They met a Deputy Sheriff, aged 86 but appearing much younger, who showed them a photograph taken by his wife of him standing next to a landed saucer. The Sheriff explained the object had been in the desert for a day before disappearing. Brown believed the Sheriff was truthful but could not obtain the photograph for analysis.

Brown's Theories on UFO Origins

Brown proposed a theory that many UFO sightings, landings, abductions, and crashes in the U.S. align with the 34th parallel, suggesting a possible correlation. He also offered four theories for the origin of UFOs: 1) from inside a hollow earth, 2) from under the sea, 3) from outer space, and 4) from parallel time. He noted that the "outer space" theory has the most supporters but raises the question: "If they come from space, why are they here?"

Article: From "Wing" to "Stealth Bomber"

Authored by John Schroeder, this piece discusses a meeting of the Parapsychology Committee on January 15, 1992, where they viewed and discussed "The Wing Will Fly," a John Honey Production. The film detailed Jack Northrop's efforts to develop a flying wing aircraft. Despite initial crashes and re-engineering challenges, Northrop's design eventually met Air Force criteria, leading to an order for forty aircraft. However, the contract was reportedly cancelled due to industrial sabotage, possibly involving draining oil from six of the eight engines. The article notes that 25 years after resigning from the company he founded, Jack Northrop was credited for the original engineering that led to the development of the "Stealth Bomber."

On February 19, 1992, the Chairman of the Parapsychology Committee was scheduled to lecture on "They Call It Hypnosis" by Robert Baker. This book examines Anomalistic Psychology and critiques the methods used in interviewing UFO abductees.

Worst News for Aliens (From The Daily Telegraph of London)

This short piece outlines a hypothetical, complex, and lengthy process for announcing the detection of extraterrestrial life. It details a "secret and Byzantine notification process" involving verification by scientists worldwide, notification to the International Astronomical Union, the Secretary General of the United Nations, the Institute for Space Law, and the International Telecommunications Union. Only after these steps would the news be released to the general public, ensuring the alien signal is clear of earthly radio traffic.

The UFO Study Group of Greater St. Louis

The Enigma is a monthly publication of the UFO Study Group of Greater St. Louis, operating from September through June. The group is an independent, non-profit organization dedicated to investigating and reporting UFO sightings and related phenomena. It is not affiliated with any national society. Yearly membership costs $8.00. Contact and submission information is provided via P.O. Box 31514, St. Louis, Missouri 63131.

1992 Officers and UFOSG Board Members

The issue lists the officers for 1992, including John Schroeder (President), Forest Crawford (Vice President), Spence Wolling (Treasurer), Margaret Myers (Secretary), Alex Horvat (Librarian), John & Peggy Ropollo (Historians), Dave Rapp (Chief Field Investigator), and Frank Brown (Marshall). The Enigma Editing Team consists of Sheryl Jacobs, John Roppolo, and John Schroeder. The UFOSG Board Members include Frank Brown, Joe Palermo, Walter Palmer, John Roppolo, John Schroeder, Marjorie Sherrill, and Spence Wolling.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

This issue of The UFO Enigma focuses on personal UFO experiences, book reviews, and technological developments related to aviation that have connections to UFO phenomena. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry into UFOs, presenting various sightings, theories, and research without definitive conclusions, encouraging readers to form their own opinions. The inclusion of both personal accounts and scientific/technological discussions suggests a broad approach to the subject matter. The "Worst News for Aliens" piece humorously highlights the bureaucratic hurdles that might accompany a genuine extraterrestrial contact, reflecting a critical yet engaged perspective on the implications of UFO research.