UFO Newsclipping Service - 1991 12 - no 269

Magazine Overview

This issue of the UFO Newsclipping Service, dated December 1991, focuses on a variety of UFO-related topics, including alleged government cover-ups, recent sightings, alien abductions, and the mystery of crop circles. The publication is from the U.F.O. NEWS CLIPPING SERVICE, based in Plumerville, Arkansas.

UFO Event at UW-River Falls

A researcher, Donald R. Schmitt, co-author of "UFO Crash at Roswell," is set to present new information at UW-River Falls, contending it proves a government cover-up of the Roswell UFO event. Schmitt, director of special investigations for the J. Allen Hynek Center for UFO Studies (CUFOS), will detail the 1947 Roswell crash, drawing on testimony from 150 witnesses and an upcoming CNN documentary. The article highlights the initial Air Force report of a 'flying disc' that was later recanted in favor of a weather balloon explanation, and mentions government 'extreme measures' to prevent disclosure.

'Flap' UFO-Sighting Story Prompts Flurry of Reports

An article in The Daily News by Pauline Bains reports on a surge of UFO sightings in the Silver Lake and Castle Rock areas of Vancouver, following a previous article about local UFO researchers Mike and Brenda Dobbs. The Dobbses, state section directors for MUFON, have received 18 calls reporting sightings, many describing bright orange, blue, and white lights. They note that such a concentration of sightings is known as a 'flap,' and that many objects hover silently at low altitudes, unlike conventional aircraft.

German Journalists Witness UFO Sighting in Gulf Breeze

An article from The Islander by Gary Watson details the experience of German journalists Richard Pleuger and Thomas Muller-Siemens, who visited Gulf Breeze to report on its known UFO sightings. They found witnesses readily available and noted that the local UFO phenomena has generated significant interest in Germany. The journalists witnessed a UFO on November 14, 1991, describing it as not an airplane, helicopter, weather balloon, or flare, but something that hovered motionless before vanishing.

Latest in Local Sightings (Gulf Breeze)

Joe Barron reports in The Sentinel on recent UFO sightings over Gulf Breeze on September 28 and 29, 1991. A brilliant red light, growing larger and changing color, was observed by crowds of 50-70 people, including MUFON investigators. The object hovered, descended a stream of light, and then vanished. A Naval Reserve aviator also observed the light through a telescope. Photographs were taken and are being analyzed.

'Beam Him the Truth, Scotty' - Years of UFO Research Yields No Answers

Charlie Brennan of the Rocky Mountain News interviews scientist Jacques Vallee, author of "Revelations." Vallee expresses his conclusion that the UFO phenomenon is real and requires scientific study, but admits he doesn't have the answers. He speculates it might be a form of consciousness not yet recognized. Vallee analyzes famous UFO cases, including the 'Majestic 12' report, the Holloman Air Force Base landing, and the Frank Fontaine abduction, suggesting many are elaborate hoaxes or technological experiments designed to perpetuate the UFO legend.

Close Encounters of a Different Kind Come to N.H.

Harvey Dickson reports from Portsmouth, N.H., on a seminar titled 'The Uninvited Alien Encounters.' The event, sponsored by the New Hampshire Mutual UFO Network, discussed alien abductions. Speakers like Budd Hopkins and John E. Brandenberg shared insights, with Brandenberg advocating for intergalactic democracy. Betty Hill, a famous contactee, announced her retirement from public life.

UFOs Get National Attention

Kathy Still writes about the upcoming NBC show "Unsolved Mysteries" featuring a segment on UFO sightings in Wytheville, Virginia, from four years prior. The show's producers are recreating the events, interviewing residents like Danny Gordon, who reported 47 sightings. The segment aims to explore the mystery and the credibility of the witnesses.

PUFOG Prexy Tenders Resignation

Phil Stanford reports on the resignation of Jennifer Brown-Jacobs, president of the Portland UFO Group (PUFOG), after she revealed her own abduction experience. Ron H., another member, shares his experience of witnessing a large red ball of light in 1979, which he believes was a communication attempt from extraterrestrials concerned about Middle East peace. He describes subsequent government attention and personal difficulties related to his UFO experiences.

Barefoot On The Beach

Jane D. Waters reflects on her lifelong inability to witness a UFO, despite believing in their existence. She notes the history of UFO coverage in Gulf Breeze, referencing reports from community pillars and the controversy surrounding the phenomenon. The article suggests that MUFON is now bringing its information to The Islander, making it their story.

UFO 'Believers' Keep an Eye on the Sky, Rally Together for Support

Pat Sunderland writes about the Delta County UFO Contact Center in Colorado, a support group for individuals who have experienced UFO sightings or alien contact. Associate director Ann Ulrich explains that the center helps people who are often ridiculed by authorities. The article mentions a UFO convention and a sighting of a large, oval object by a couple in Crawford, Colorado, as well as Ulrich's own sighting of a cigar-like object.

Things That Appear In The Dark

Don Worley compiles a history of UFO sightings in Indiana, detailing numerous encounters from 1966-1967 and 1973. He describes domed disks, oval and cigar-shaped craft, and sightings of occupants. The article notes the impact of these events on witnesses and the ongoing nature of UFO phenomena, including cattle mutilations and alleged abductions.

PREPA Blacks Out Lajas to Dispell UFO Rumors

The Associated Press reports that the Puerto Rico Electric Power Authority (PREPA) conducted a blackout in Lajas to dispel rumors of UFOs near Cartagena Lagoon. Police Lt. Rafael Rodríguez stated that the lights seen were reflections of public lighting, not extraterrestrial activity. The blackout aimed to discourage UFO enthusiasts from camping in the area.

Creations of the Dark (Book Review)

This section reviews three books on crop circles: "Creations of the Dark," "Crop Circles: The Latest Evidence," and "The Crop Circle Enigma." The books explore the phenomenon of crop circles, their geometric designs, and various theories of their origin, including scientific explanations and extraterrestrial intelligence. The review discusses the work of researchers like Pat Delgado, Colin Andrews, and Dr. George Meaden, and the ongoing debate between scientific and supernatural explanations.

UFOs and Their Meaning

This section delves into the psychological and philosophical implications of the UFO phenomenon. It discusses the work of Carl Jung and the concept of 'contactees,' who believe they have experienced direct contact with aliens. The article highlights the sense of hope and order that UFO beliefs can provide, and the potential for UFO experiences to lead to ecological awareness and a broader understanding of humanity's place in the universe.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue include the persistent mystery of UFO sightings, the alleged involvement of governments in covering up information, the personal experiences of individuals who claim contact with extraterrestrials, and the ongoing scientific and speculative investigations into these phenomena. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry, presenting various perspectives and reports without necessarily endorsing any single explanation, while acknowledging the reality of the phenomenon as something that warrants study. The publication serves as a clearinghouse for UFO-related news and research from various sources.

This issue of the NORTH WALES WEEKLY NEWS, dated August 15, 1991, features a prominent article on a mysterious corn circle that appeared on a farm in Mochdre, Wales. The cover story, "Mystery over new corn circle," highlights the bafflement of UFO experts and the differing opinions on its origin.

Mystery Over New Corn Circle

The main article, by Mark Thomas, details the overnight appearance of a corn circle, nearly 40 feet in diameter, on a farm in Mochdre. Farmer Mr. Elwyn Williams humorously suggests local children are responsible, stating, "If aliens wanted to land, I think they would have chosen somewhere more private. I think it is just children copying something they have seen on television." However, local UFO enthusiasts and corn circle researcher Mrs. Margaret Fry, a member of UFO organisation Contact International, assert that the circle is "the real thing" due to the uniform flattening of the corn stalks.

Mrs. Fry explains that even sophisticated detecting equipment has failed to determine the cause of these circles. She outlines several theories that attempt to explain some appearances, including fungal activity creating "fairy rings," small wind vortices, and the theory that electromagnetic particles in the air group together to form "plasma balls" that flatten the corn. She also mentions that thousands of pounds worth of sensitive hi-tech equipment is being used in Wiltshire for all-night vigils to study these phenomena.

The article notes that the corn stalks in the Mochdre circle have been flattened uniformly, a characteristic that distinguishes it from potential hoaxes. The investigation into the cause of such circles continues, with researchers exploring various scientific and paranormal explanations.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The issue primarily focuses on the unexplained phenomenon of crop circles, presenting it as a mystery that continues to intrigue both the public and experts. The editorial stance appears to be one of open-minded inquiry, presenting the different theories and observations without definitively concluding the cause of the crop circles. The article highlights the ongoing efforts to understand these occurrences through research and investigation.