The UFO Enigma - 2001 06 - Volume 21 no 10

Magazine Overview

Title: The UFO Enigma
Issue: Volume 21, Number 10
Date: June 2001
Publisher: UFO Study Group of Greater St. Louis

This issue of The UFO Enigma delves into various aspects of the UFO phenomenon, including lectures, personal accounts, scientific theories, and governmental investigations.

Upcoming Events and Lectures

The cover story highlights an upcoming event on June 10th at Grone's Cafeteria in St. Louis, Missouri. The event features a lecture by Ellen Sheire, an M.A. Clinical Psychologist and Certified Analyst with five years at the Carl Jung Institute in Switzerland. Her topic, "The Paradigm of Interstellar War Between Good and Evil: BATTLEGROUND EARTH!", will explore Carl Jung's arguments against governmental cover-ups of UFO reports and fabricated disinformation. The meeting will also discuss the potential damage to current societal situations caused by the withholding of truth about UFOs and compare the opinions of Jung and Charles Lindbergh. The UFO Study Group expects the meeting to be a "battleground for conflicting ideas."

Ancestral Memory: A Theoretical Exploration

A condensed article from "The Open Mind" explores Swiss psychologist Carl Jung's theory of "ancestral memory." It recounts the experience of Lt. Col. Charles E. Melchar, who, while in Wales in 1965, began to "recognize" landmarks and describe the interiors of buildings he had never seen before. This phenomenon, which ceased as abruptly as it began, led to the tracing of his family tree, revealing a great-great-great-grandfather who was a Welsh coal miner from Pontypool. Melchar also reported an ability to describe mine structures in detail and read unfamiliar Welsh texts, sometimes using ancient Celtic sentence structures. The article posits that ancestral memory might be a dormant faculty that can be awakened, drawing parallels to concepts like "deja vu" and "race memory." It cites opinions from Dr. Robert Thompson, Rudolph Virchow, and Ellie Metchnikoff to support the idea that biological inheritance may carry ancestral experiences.

Former Government Employees Call for UFO Disclosure

An article from Rense.com reports on a group of approximately 20 former government workers, including military and security officials, who stepped forward to state that they had witnessed evidence of aliens and unidentified flying objects. They called for congressional hearings on these sightings, with Steven Greer, director of the Disclosure Project, asserting that "These testimonies establish once and for all that we are not alone." Greer argued that governments have known about UFOs for at least 50 years and have kept this information secret. He stated that around 400 witnesses claim firsthand experience and are willing to testify before Congress. Daniel Sheehan, a lawyer involved with the group, recounted finding government-held UFO information during the Carter administration that was allegedly not released by then-CIA Director George Bush. Sheehan was shown photographs of captured UFOs with alien writing symbols in the National Archives but was only allowed to take notes.

James Oberg, an ABCNEWS space consultant, is quoted as saying that while Greer argues for a "worldwide real X-file cabal," not all witnesses subscribe to this theory. Oberg suggests that people see strange things they can't explain, and documenting these is important for military intelligence or science. He also notes that people can be too quick to conclude an encounter with aliens, as it is more exciting than being scared by a distant fireball.

Disclosure Project Press Conference Review

Dick Farley reviews the Disclosure Project press conference held at the National Press Club, describing it as "well-connected, well-funded" and "professionally run." He notes the presence of retired military officers and FAA officials willing to testify before Congress. Farley mentions references to Zero-Point Energy and anti-gravity claims, and the organizers' opposition to the weaponization of space. He highlights the "nontraditional alliance" formed by conservative patriots and liberals like Daniel Sheehan. Farley also notes that the FBI released information about missing files in the Timothy McVeigh case concurrently with the Disclosure Project, suggesting a possible attempt to control media narratives. He encourages similar press briefings and calls to Congress.

A separate report confirms the press conference was a "solid success" and mentions that the webcast was hit with sophisticated jamming, causing disruptions. The conference will be archived online.

UFO Sightings and Investigations

New York Sightings:

Paul M. Davis reports on sightings of "flying saucers" in the Mohawk Valley, New York, describing incredible flight performances and metallic objects emitting plasma trails. He also recounts an experience with his cousin Israel DuPont where they encountered flying disks, followed by a period of "missing time" and a blinding white light, leaving them with muscular and nerve pain.

New York Abduction:

Paul M. Davis also describes an alleged abduction experience where he and his cousin Israel DuPont entered a noiseless, octagonal craft. Inside, they encountered three "gray aliens" with large heads and child-like bodies operating a biological computer device. The aliens reportedly identified themselves as advanced bipedal animals with demonic souls and great scientific knowledge. The experience induced heart palpitations and tunnel vision.

Monoliths of Mars:

An article by Erich A. Aggen, Jr., criticizes NASA's explanations for anomalies on Mars, particularly the "Mars Face" and "glass tunnels." Aggen claims NASA manipulated images to suppress evidence of intelligent life and that the "glass worms" are enigmatic tubular structures defying geological explanation. The article questions NASA's explanations for the Martian sky color and the appearance of green patches on Martian rocks. It also raises questions about the alleged "failed" Mars Polar Lander spacecraft, suggesting NASA may be hiding evidence of its intact landing, and points to photographic evidence of possible standing pools of liquid water on Mars, contradicting NASA's claims about low atmospheric pressure. The article also questions the hiding of information about the Mars Observer images.

Other Sightings:

• Missouri Bright Moving Light: Nancy reported a very bright, moon-like light following her semi-truck for an extended period before disappearing.
• Maryland Rectangular UFO: Bill and Linda Bean witnessed a slow, hovering, rectangular craft with blinking lights and red lights, descending to a low altitude.
• Washington Flying Triangle: John and Kim Novak observed a large, slow-moving triangular craft with lights at each point, which was also pointed out by their three-year-old son.

UFO Investigator Probes 'Best Close Encounter' Yet:

Michael Sangiacomo reports on John Timmerman, a UFO investigator with over 50 years of experience, who investigated a sighting by Denise Knitz of a strange egg-shaped object. Timmerman believes the source of these sightings is extraterrestrial and criticizes the government's alleged disinterest in UFOs, suggesting they possess high-performance aircraft for surveillance. He worked with the late J. Allen Hynek on Project Blue Book and notes that while the Air Force concluded insufficient evidence for visitations, Hynek was reportedly unhappy with the investigation's handling. Timmerman emphasizes the need for extraordinary evidence, such as alien technology, to convince scientists.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue include the persistent investigation into UFO phenomena, the alleged government secrecy surrounding the topic, and the exploration of unconventional theories like ancestral memory. The magazine appears to support the idea of extraterrestrial visitation and encourages public awareness and investigation. There is a critical stance towards official explanations from NASA and governmental bodies, suggesting a cover-up or deliberate obfuscation of information. The editorial stance favors open discussion and the presentation of witness testimonies, even if they challenge established scientific or governmental narratives. The publication also highlights the efforts of organizations like the UFO Study Group and the Disclosure Project in bringing these issues to light.

Title: The UFO Enigma
Issue Date: May 10, 2001 (Volume 6, Number 19)
Publisher: UFO Roundup
Country of Publication: USA
Language: English

This issue of The UFO Enigma focuses on a compelling UFO sighting in Spain and provides information on local UFO research groups.

UFO Surprises a Tractor Driver in Southern Spain

The lead story details an encounter on Friday, April 13, 2001, involving Jesus Maldonado, a 40-year-old tractor operator at Finca Buenavista farm near Alhama de Granada in southern Spain. At approximately 8:30 a.m., while plowing a field, Maldonado noticed an intense light. Initially mistaking it for a motorcycle, he soon realized it was something else.

The light disappeared, and Maldonado observed a truncated conical object rising from the ground to an altitude of about three meters (10 feet). He estimated the object's size to be three meters (10 feet) in diameter and two meters (6 feet, 6 inches) tall. Its appearance was metallic and reddish-orange. The object had the unique ability to split into two parts: a lower segment (about one-third of the object) and an upper part (about two-thirds). The upper part rotated slowly from left to right. The object reportedly had no windows, no lights, and no visible signs or emblems.

Maldonado noted that the UFO was approximately 200 meters (660 feet) away. The field was mostly stubble from the previous year's crop. He stopped his tractor and observed the object. He mentioned that something appeared to protrude from the center of the object, but at an oblique angle that prevented a clear view.

The object then began to move towards Maldonado at a very slow speed, rising to match the terrain as it approached. This slow, deliberate movement caused Maldonado to feel afraid, questioning whether to cry or run. The object stopped about 50 meters (150 feet) away, then began to retreat. It moved beyond its original landing point and hovered over a neighboring farm called La Polilla. It then turned and headed back towards Maldonado, passing over him while heading west, now at a considerably higher altitude.

Maldonado continued to watch as the object ascended very high into the sky and departed. The report thanks Scott Corrales, author of books on mysteries, and Antonio Salinas of the Sociedade de Investigaciones Biofisicas for the news.

Local Meetings and Organizations

The issue also serves as a directory for local UFO study groups and organizations:

UFO Study Group of Greater St. Louis - Meets the second Sunday of each month at 2 PM at Grone's Cafeteria, 1269 S. Laclede Station Rd. in Yorkshire Shopping Plaza, St. Louis, MO 63119. - Contact: Walter Palmer at 314-771-0173 or Spence Wolling at 314-966-4955. - The organization's officers for 2000-2001 are listed: Clarence Barnes (President), Walter Palmer (Vice President), Spencer Wolling (Treasurer), Margaret Myers (Secretary), Walter Palmer (Librarian), and Frank Brown (Marshall). - Miscellaneous staff includes: JoAnne Scarpellini (Chf. Fld. Investigator), Dawn Vohsen (Field Investigator), Bob Soetebier (Resource Contributor), and Spencer Wolling (Editor of the Enigma). - The Board of Directors includes: Clarence Barnes, Walter Palmer, Spencer Wolling, Margaret Myers, John Schroeder, Frank Brown, and Walter Rogers. - The mailing address is: UFO Study Group of Greater St. Louis, Inc., P.O. Box 31544, St. Louis, Missouri 63131.

MUFON Missouri-St. Charles, MO - Meets the third Tuesday of each month at 6:30 PM at the Holiday Inn Select, 4221 South Outer Road, St. Potens, MO. - Contact: Bruce Widaman at 636-946-1394.

MUFON of Southern Illinois - Meets the third Sunday of each month at 2 PM at the Ponderosa Steak House in Collinsville, IL. - Contact: Forest Crawford at 618-345-0554.

Fund for UFO Research, Inc. - Mailing address: P. O. Box 277, Mt. Rainier, MD 20712. - Described as a nonprofit organization dedicated to research and investigation of unidentified flying objects (UFOs).

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently reports on UFO sightings and provides practical information for individuals interested in UFO research, including contact details for various study groups and organizations. The editorial stance appears to be one of serious investigation and reporting of UFO phenomena, as evidenced by the detailed case study and the inclusion of organizational information.