UFO Newsclipping Service - 1992 02 - no 271

Magazine Overview

This issue of the U.F.O. Newsclipping Service, dated February 1992, presents a collection of articles and reports on UFO sightings, alien encounters, and related phenomena from various newspapers across the United States. The cover story, "Circles don't square with science, so Louisville friends look elsewhere," features Kit McCray and Tere Kristovich discussing their experiences with crop circles and their approach to incorporating the unexplained into their worldview.

Circles Don't Square With Science

The article highlights Kit McCray and Tere Kristovich, who encountered crop circles in England. They were struck by the perfection and size of the patterns. Faced with this extraordinary phenomenon, they chose not to dismiss it but to explore its implications for their understanding of reality. They plan to share this process in a seminar called "More Than Meets the Eye: New Views of an Old Planet." Kristovich emphasizes the importance of asking questions and considering various answers, such as alien involvement or subconscious kinetic energy. McCray notes that people often need permission to talk about unusual experiences, finding a place to share stories of ghosts, ESP, or UFO encounters. They express frustration with the perception that the paranormal is an interruption of the natural, advocating that it is part of nature. Kristovich uses her daughter's basketball game-winning shot as an analogy for not giving up and for accepting the possibility of the extraordinary.

Russian Pilot/Scientist Continues Search for UFO Answers

This article profiles Dr. Marina Popovich, a former colonel in the Soviet Air Force, test pilot, and cosmonaut program participant. Her life changed in 1980 when she witnessed a spherical object in the Pamire Mountains. This experience led her to dedicate her life to investigating UFOs and the paranormal. She is working to create a bridge between the Soviet Union and America for information gathering. Popovich believes UFOs have influenced many great thinkers and that they are in constant contact with Earth, possibly communicating with dolphins. She also entertains the theory of parallel universes and UFOs as inhabitants from another dimension. Since the Glasnost revolution, she has been able to speak more freely and has spearheaded the formation of the Association of Scientists Researching UFO Phenomenon and Anomalous Phenomenon (UCUFON) to bring American and Soviet scientists together.

Close Encounters of the Newton Kind?

This report from Abington, PA, details a sighting on January 8, 1992, of four or five low-flying, unidentified flying objects over Red Barn Village. Sgt. Anthony Cali of the Newton Police Department confirmed the sighting, which lasted nearly three hours. The objects hovered, separated, and came together, making no audible noise. The Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport radar showed nothing, and a dispatched plane could not see the lights. Bill Wallick, an FAA air traffic control supervisor, acknowledged seeing something but suggested that clear air could distort depth perception, making distant objects appear closer. He did not dispute the possibility of alien origin. The article also mentions explanations like ice crystals or weather phenomena, which Sgt. Cali disputes.

MUFON Reports Many UFO Sightings in N.C.

George D. Fawcett of MUFON-NC Inc. released a report detailing UFO sightings in 14 North Carolina towns during 1991. Reports described huge objects with multi-colored lights, some with humming sounds. Sightings varied in duration from seconds to 45 minutes, with various shapes reported. Specific incidents include a Saturn-shaped UFO in Salisbury, a disc-shaped UFO photographed near Kings Mountain, a pulsating UFO in Shelby, a globe-shaped UFO in Ellenboro, oval-shaped UFOs in Belmont, and a UFO with a 'tuning fork sound' in Huntersville. The report also notes sightings in Winston-Salem, Lincolnton, Chocowinity, Lexington, Asheboro, Iron Station, and Marshville.

UFOs Of The Kickapoo II: A Wrong Turn Into Destiny At Readstown

This article recounts an experience of Professor John Salter Jr. and his son, John III, who took a wrong turn in Readstown, Wisconsin, on March 20, 1988, leading to a period of missing time and an encounter with humanoids. They reported meeting a group of humanoids from another planet and visiting their spacecraft, which was hidden in the woods. The humanoids were described as small, thin beings with large, slanted eyes, and a taller figure. Communication was telepathic, and an implant was placed in Prof. Salter's nostril. They believe the humanoids came from the Zeta Reticuli star system. Since this event, Prof. Salter has taught a university course on UFOs and has returned to the area multiple times, experiencing similar missing time episodes. He believes the encounter was positive and aimed at helping humanity evolve and become aware of other intelligent life.

A Bird or Plane? Fireball Fuels Curiosity in S. Utah

This report describes a fireball sighting in southern Utah on a Saturday night. Beryl resident Steven Robinson and Parowan resident John Holt witnessed a fireball with a tail of red fire. Holt believed it exploded into a mountain and wanted to search for evidence. Hansen Planetarium Director Von Del Chamberlain suggested it was a phenomenal meteor display, noting that clear air can distort depth perception. The Iron County Sheriff's Office received numerous calls, and FAA officials confirmed no planes were missing. Mr. Robinson described the object as a 'tear drop-shaped' object with a yellow light.

Sky Sightings Mystify Local Kids

Several Tavernier, Florida, youth reported seeing a 'flying saucer' hovering above a wooded area on a Friday evening. The object was described as 'big as a house.' The U.S. Air Force and other agencies reported no scheduled flight activity in the area. The Monroe County Sheriff's Office had no other similar reports.

Visitors From Another World

This section features multiple reports from the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. A Marquette family reported sightings of a 60-foot triangular-shaped UFO with red lights. Shirley and George Coyne of MUFON Michigan discuss their investigation of abduction cases, including six from the U.P. They recount their own experience of being awakened by a bright light and seeing a disk-shaped object, followed by waking up in bed with no memory of how they got there. They describe being 'beamed up' and undergoing a physical examination. Six U.P. residents claim to have been abducted by aliens. The article also includes reports from Marinette, Wisconsin, where Al and Susan Ochs saw a disk-shaped craft with colored lights, and Beverly Richer of Harvey, Michigan, who witnessed colored lights from a craft in her yard. Carolyn Young of Danforth recalls seeing a brightly lit, disk-shaped craft following their car. Gladstone Public Safety Officers Dave Martin and Mark Hager reported seeing an intense glowing of white, red, green, and blue lights from a craft that hovered over them and moved silently. Duncan and Esther Hollingsworth of Detour reported seeing an object with flashing lights hovering above the tree line.

Gulf Breeze UFO Sighting Fascinates Nebraska Visitor

This article reports on the ongoing mystery of the 'Gulf Breeze UFO' in Florida, with increasing sighting frequency and witnesses. MUFON Gulf Breeze Research Team spotted and photographed a UFO. Witnesses described a red sphere that moved, sometimes with a smaller red object, and then winked out. Doug Edmunds from Omaha, Nebraska, visited Gulf Breeze specifically to see the UFO and reported witnessing it. MUFON investigators confirmed the details with cameras and video footage.

Meteor Explodes Over County

This report from Polk County, Arkansas, describes a brightly colored fireball shower witnessed by skywatchers. Authorities initially suspected an exploding aircraft, but determined it was a spectacular meteor. Gregory Hood of San Diego reported his car window shattering after seeing the lights. Kirk Palmer of Griffith Observatory called it a 'sporadic event' and noted that while meteor sightings are common, objects striking the ground are rare. Deputy Sheriff Buck Bailey and volunteers searched the area where the object was believed to have fallen. James Lynn, a science instructor, suggested that the sound associated with the object indicated it might have reached the ground. A small meteorite found in the area in 1941 is mentioned.

Alien Meeting Transforms Frankford Author's Lifestyle

This article features Winifred Barton, an author and stargazer from Frankford, who describes her transformative experiences with alien life, including an encounter on September 26, 1973, where she ascended from Earth in a spaceship. She describes passing through a 'time tunnel' and gaining a new perspective on life. Barton believes governments have covered up UFO sightings and encounters to use the knowledge for their own purposes. She claims to have solutions to world problems and proposes a methodology for building 'heaven and earth for all humankind.' She also discusses the possibility of alien hybrids being developed.

Erratically Moving UFO Reported By Several Near Springfield, Mo.

This report details sightings of a mysterious light near Northview, Missouri. Webster County Sheriff Bill John acknowledged the situation but suggested a logical explanation might exist. Roger Todd, a sheriff's dispatcher, described a pinkish-colored light moving erratically. Several residents, including John Carpenter of the Mutual UFO Network, have witnessed similar lights, often described as orange, round, and flickering. These sightings coincide with reports of mutilated cows and calves in the area. The article notes that the area is within a flight path for the Springfield airport, but air traffic controllers reported nothing unusual.

UFOs, Bigfoot Reported in 27 Counties

This article from the Standard Observer reports that the Pennsylvania Association for the Study of the Unexplained (PASU) investigated various strange objects and occurrences in 27 Pennsylvania counties and surrounding states in 1991. These include UFO sightings, strange footprints, unusual sounds, and sightings of Bigfoot and black panthers. PASU works with MUFON and sends investigators to the scene of unusual incidents. The article mentions specific incidents, such as a sighting of a tall, hairy creature with red eyes in Westmoreland and Indiana counties, a black panther sighting in Armstrong County, and sightings of large rectangular objects in Monroe County.

Local UFO Sighting Reported

Susan Wold of McMinnville, Oregon, reported seeing a stationary, rectangle-shaped object filled with brilliant lights in the sky on a Friday morning. She believes she saw an unidentified flying object (UFO). The article mentions a previous UFO sighting in McMinnville in 1950, when Paul Trent photographed a saucer-shaped object. The National UFO Reporting Station receives about six calls a day, with reported sightings ranging from lights to close-range vehicles. The time of day of Wold's sighting is noted as unusual, as most UFOs are seen in full darkness. Possible explanations offered include a helicopter, a satellite, a balloon, or a prank.

UFO study was poorly edited

This is a review of the book "UFOs and the Alien Presence: Six Viewpoints" edited by Michael Lindemann. The reviewer criticizes the book for its poor editing, stating that the interviews with six individuals involved in the UFO debate are disjointed and sometimes incoherent. While acknowledging that some interviews, particularly those with Linda Moulton Howe and Stanton Friedman, are more compelling, the reviewer finds Lindemann's editing lacking in organizing the material and supporting outrageous claims. The book covers topics like animal mutilations, the Roswell crash, alien abductions, and secret government projects.

Voice of the People

This letter to the editor describes a sighting of a large UFO and a smaller unit on September 15, 1991, in Gulf Breeze, Florida. The objects were metallic, with the larger one appearing to have 'tree branches' and layered structures. The smaller object was bow-tie shaped. Both rotated clockwise and moved vertically. The larger object shot off, and the smaller one moved easterly. The observers noted that four occupants of a car chased the smaller object. The writer requests witnesses to contact Joe Barron to enhance the report and hopes pictures were taken.

Pilot Spots Strange Craft

This article details a sighting by a private pilot in Gulf Breeze, Florida, on January 25, 1992. The pilot observed a large red light with intense intensity moving slowly to the south, appearing to be about eight miles away. A second identical red light appeared below and to its left. The object was described as having a consistent reddish-orange glow, unlike any light seen in over twenty years of flying. MUFON investigators were present and took photographs and video footage.

Memories of UFOs still linger in Fyffe

This article revisits the UFO sightings that occurred in Fyffe, Alabama, in February 1989. Residents reported seeing strange objects with white, red, or green lights, sometimes hovering or moving silently at incredible speeds. Assistant Police Chief Fred Works described observing a silent, low-flying object with three lights, which he believes might have been a U.S. military craft. He remains open-minded about extraterrestrial life but wants more evidence. The article also mentions other sightings, including Becky Kilpatrick's account of an object with red and green lights, and Agnes Kilgore seeing a bright light. Visitors still come to Fyffe to discuss these experiences.

Ozarkers alienated by UFOs

This report focuses on Paula and Ron Watson, who claim to have had encounters with aliens and UFOs since 1983. They describe seeing ships that are cone- and diamond-shaped, larger inside than they appear, and brightly lit. They believe aliens cause their memory lapses and are teaching Paula Watson their language. They have spoken at UFO-watcher conventions and are considered convincing by organizers. The article notes that many people gather in Northview, Missouri, to look for UFOs, causing traffic concerns for the Highway Patrol. The Watsons advise people to not be scared, trust in God, and be prepared for ridicule from others.

'Freaky' sight in the sky

Carrie Blair recounts witnessing unusual lights on the horizon in Marinette, Wisconsin, in August 1988. The lights swept back and forth, hovered, and then moved across the bay at high speed. Blair described a large, V-shaped object, larger than a football field, with a deck of lights. It made no sound and was very close. Before this, Blair had no interest in UFOs but now does. The article mentions that six Upper Peninsula residents believe they have been abducted by UFOs, according to MUFON. Shirley and George Coyne of MUFON Michigan discuss their investigation of abduction cases and their own alleged abduction experience. They describe being 'beamed up' and undergoing a physical examination. The article also includes accounts from Al and Susan Ochs, Beverly Richer, Carolyn Young, and Gladstone Public Safety Officers Dave Martin and Mark Hager, who reported various UFO sightings and experiences.

'Beamed up'

This article details six claims of alien abduction from the Upper Peninsula (U.P.) of Michigan, as investigated by MUFON. Shirley and George Coyne, directors of MUFON Michigan, share their own alleged abduction experience from 1983, involving a bright light, a disk-shaped object, and waking up in bed with no memory. They describe being 'beamed up' and undergoing a physical examination. They also recount a second abduction in 1990 by 4-foot 'grays.' The article includes descriptions of alien beings provided by hypnotherapist Virginia Tilly, who works with abductees. Dr. Kenneth Morin, a psychologist, expresses skepticism about UFOs and abduction claims, suggesting they might be due to group psychosis or stress-induced depersonalization. Tilly, however, distinguishes between genuine abductees and those seeking attention.

Meteor Shower Suspected as Fireballs Are Seen

Skywatchers in Inyo County, California, reported a brightly colored fireball shower on a Saturday night. Authorities investigated a report of a San Diego man whose car window shattered after he saw the lights. Inyo County Sheriff's Deputy Randy Geiger found no explanation for the breakage and ruled out firearms. Gregory Hood, the driver, and his passenger Tracy Brock saw the cascade of lights, followed by a loud explosion. Kirk Palmer, a telescope operator at Griffith Observatory, described the fireballs as a 'sporadic event' and noted that while meteor sightings are common, objects striking the ground are rare. Kim Geiger, the deputy's wife, described the lights changing color from orange to red to blue before appearing to land on the freeway.

Another bright light bewilders city skywatchers

Residents in Anchorage, Alaska, reported seeing a bright light with a tail of fire passing over the city early Sunday morning. Authorities were unable to explain the object, though an FAA official assumed it was a meteor. A similar incident occurred in November. Hayward Cochran described the object as not curving down but traveling in a straight line at a sedate speed, lingering in the sky for several minutes. Christine Mowka saw a white object with an orange and yellowish tail, which she realized was not an aircraft.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

This section contains a letter from Don Worley discussing 'mutes' (mutilated cattle and other animals) and their connection to UFOs. Worley suggests that governments are withholding information about these phenomena, which he believes are part of a global operation. He posits that aliens may be harvesting biological components for their own survival or to create hybrids, possibly due to knowledge of an impending cataclysmic event on Earth. He also mentions reports of mutilated cats and the possibility of alien involvement in human abduction and reproduction.

Post-Dispatch, St. Louis, MO: Erratically Moving UFO Reported By Several Near Springfield, Mo.

This article details sightings of a mysterious light near Northview, Missouri, which some residents believe to be UFOs. Webster County Sheriff Bill John acknowledged the sightings but suggested a logical explanation might exist. Roger Todd, a sheriff's dispatcher, described a pinkish-colored light moving erratically. Several residents, including John Carpenter of the Mutual UFO Network, have witnessed similar lights, often described as orange, round, and flickering. These sightings coincide with reports of mutilated cows and calves in the area. The article notes that the area is within a flight path for the Springfield airport, but air traffic controllers reported nothing unusual.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue of the U.F.O. Newsclipping Service include the persistent reporting of unidentified flying objects across various regions of the United States, the investigation of these phenomena by organizations like MUFON and PASU, and the personal accounts of individuals who claim to have witnessed UFOs or experienced alien encounters. There is a consistent emphasis on the unexplained nature of these events and the skepticism they often face from authorities and the public. The editorial stance, as suggested by the publication's name and the content, is to document and present these reports, encouraging readers to consider the possibility of UFOs and extraterrestrial life, even in the face of scientific doubt and official denial. The articles often highlight the personal impact of these experiences on witnesses and the challenges they face in being believed.

This issue of "Foreign News" from September 4, 1991, prominently features the escalating mystery of crop circles, with a headline "Mystery of crop circles widens." The cover story, by Sherri Gallant, details new crop circle discoveries in Southern Alberta, Canada, and the ongoing investigations into their origins. The magazine also includes a variety of other UFO-related reports from different parts of the world, highlighting public interest and official responses to these phenomena.

Crop Circles in Southern Alberta

The main cover story by Sherri Gallant reports on the increasing number of crop circles appearing in Southern Alberta, Canada. After a large site was discovered near the Animal Disease Research Institute, a farmer found three more circles with connecting pathways. Jenny Skinner, a farmer, expressed nervousness about the unexplained formations. Gordon Kijek, director of Alberta's UFO Study Group, is investigating the sites and notes that grain and earth samples are being tested by Alberta Agriculture and Canada's UFO Research facility. Kijek is unsure when the testing will be complete. He also mentions that preliminary 'hoax' tests on earlier circles were negative, and experiments at the sites failed to produce unusual readings on electrical equipment or detect radiation, unlike some cases in England.

UFO Sightings and Encounters

Several articles detail UFO sightings and encounters from various locations:

• Sittingbourne, England: An 18-year-old walker claims she saw a UFO described as a rounded object with four bright white lights, similar to a report from the previous week.
• Shetland, Scotland: A mysterious flaming circle, containing a world globe, has been baffling crofters. Arthur Moar (70) described seeing a "big, red, fiery thing" on the grass. His sister and a neighbor also reported seeing bright lights.
• Turriff, Scotland: Teenagers Laura and Raymond Robertson saw a reddish-orange object from their living room window. Their father noted it hovered slowly along the street before disappearing.
• Teynham, England: A mother, Lynne Yates, and her children reported seeing a massive object hovering above Teynham Church, described as oval on top with various colored lights. It was also seen by other families in the area.
• Melbourne, Australia: A POST reader, Charles Canden, reported a UFO bathing his alarm clock in blue light, causing it to stop at 4:04 AM. He offers the clock for analysis.
• Jerusalem, Israel: A mysterious "ball of fire" with a tail was spotted in the Israeli skies, baffling scientists. Investigator Hadassah Arbel noted it didn't fit the usual UFO patterns.
• Sheffield, England: Authorities were baffled by reports of a UFO over the city, with two floating lights caught by Joanne Cartright.
• Livingston, Scotland: The Livingston Development Corporation has erected a memorial to a 1979 UFO landing on Dechmont Law, marking the first time a public body has officially recognized such a claim. Forester Bob Taylor reported the incident.
• Turriff, Scotland: Another sighting of a red glowing orb was reported on New Year's night.
• St Albans, England: A mysterious red star-like object with a tail was seen over Sopwell Farm for several hours.
• Faversham Shipyard, England: UFOs were sighted on three occasions in November 1972 by over 30 workers.

Timothy Good and UFO Cover-ups

A profile of Timothy Good, a UFO researcher and former violinist, highlights his conviction that aliens are regularly visiting Earth and that governments are involved in a conspiracy to hide this truth. His book "Alien Liaison. The Ultimate Secret" is discussed, along with his claims of conversations with beings from outer space and alleged encounters between US presidents and "Etherians." Good's work is met with skepticism by some, but he points to ongoing scientific projects like SETI (Search for Extra-terrestrial Intelligence) as evidence of serious interest in the subject.

Other Strange Phenomena

• Photo of Spaceman on TV Is Hoax: A photograph presented as a "dead body of a spaceman" on Japanese TV was revealed to be a wax doll.
• Crop Circle Theories: A letter to the editor suggests crop circles occur in various materials, not just wheat, and mentions "flying saucer nests" as a historical UFO lore concept.
• Strange Creatures: Reports of mysterious creatures, including a "skunk ape," panthers, bobcats, and wolverines, are discussed in the context of people seeking a sense of danger and the unexplained.
• Sphinx Age Debate: A heated debate is reported between scientists regarding the age of the Great Sphinx, with one theory suggesting it is 2,000 years older than traditionally believed, based on erosion patterns.
• Swiss Searcher for Sasquatches: Rene Dahinden, a Swiss man living in British Columbia, continues his search for sasquatches and notes similarities between Russian and North American yeti sightings.
• Virgin Mary Sightings: A woman in Denver, Colorado, reported seeing the Virgin Mary multiple times, drawing large crowds to a shrine.
• Sonic Boom Theory: An investigation into a mysterious explosion-like rumbling in Mountain Home, Arkansas, suggests it was not an earthquake and questions the sonic boom theory.
• Abominable Snowmen in Russia: Russian news agency Tass reported sightings of two "abominable snowmen" breaking into a military barracks.
• Blooms and Music: Moscow scientists found that flowers thrive on classical music but wither from heavy metal.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are the persistent mystery and widespread nature of UFO sightings and crop circle phenomena. There is a clear interest in the possibility of extraterrestrial life and a skepticism towards official explanations, with frequent mentions of alleged government cover-ups. The articles highlight the human fascination with the unknown and the desire to find explanations for unexplained events, whether they be aerial phenomena, strange creatures, or ancient mysteries. The editorial stance appears to be one of reporting on these phenomena with a degree of open-mindedness, presenting witness accounts and expert opinions while acknowledging the skepticism and scientific scrutiny involved.