UFO Newsclipping Service - 1995 12 - no 317

Magazine Overview

This issue of UFO Newsclipping Service, dated December 1995, number 317, is published by Lucius Farish. The cover headline highlights a surgeon's findings after operating on alleged alien abductees, with a byline from Steve Chawkins.

Surgeon, a UFO buff, operated and found...

This article by Steve Chawkins details a California surgeon's experience extracting foreign objects from two patients who claimed alien abduction. The surgeon, who wished to remain anonymous due to fear of repercussions, performed operations on a woman and a man. He extracted small, unusual objects encased in a tough, dark membrane that his scalpel could not cut. These objects were found to be highly magnetic and contained tiny pieces of shiny black metal that glowed green under ultraviolet light. Pathologists found no evidence of inflammation or foreign body reaction in the surrounding tissue. Skeptics, like Barry Karr of the Center for Scientific Investigation of Claims of the Paranormal, remain unconvinced, stating that no evidence has been presented that couldn't have been made on Earth. The objects are undergoing further analysis.

Base chosen for Bosnian talks linked to UFO controversies

This report by Charles Aldinger notes that Wright-Patterson Air Force Base in Ohio was chosen as the location for the Bosnian peace talks. While officials cited reasons like security and proximity to Washington, the base has a long-standing association with UFO lore, including Project Blue Book and persistent rumors of stored extraterrestrial bodies. The article mentions the 1947 Roswell incident and the Air Force's 1994 report attributing it to a balloon wreckage, but acknowledges the continued rumors.

Space aliens didn't crash - as far as Clinton knows

This brief report covers President Clinton's response to a question about the 1947 Roswell incident during a speech in Belfast. He stated, "No. As far as I know, an alien spacecraft did not crash in Roswell, New Mexico, in 1947." He also joked that if alien bodies were recovered, he hadn't been told about it either.

Huge light configuration sighted

Written by Carole Baker, this article details significant sightings of unusual light configurations over Pensacola Beach, Florida, on consecutive nights in late October 1995. On October 25th, multiple witnesses observed a large, curved row of amber and red lights that appeared to be turning or lighting up sequentially. The following evening, another group witnessed a similar configuration of amber lights. Witnesses described the objects as large, silent, and exhibiting unusual movements. Binoculars confirmed the absence of aircraft, and two separate occurrences of bright, short-lived, amber, ball-shaped flashes were noted after the main sighting.

Weirdness Squared: Triangular mystery on SR hill

This article by Chris Smith reports on a large, geometric pattern found branded onto a grassy hillside on Dr. Ted Stashak's ranch in east Santa Rosa, California. Stashak, a retired obstetrician and gynecologist, resists thinking it's extraterrestrial, preferring to believe it was created by humans, though he is baffled by the precision and effort involved. The pattern, about 150 feet high, features an upside-down triangle with circles at each point. A relative recalled a flash of light around the time the symbol appeared. Experts suggest it could be the result of a herbicide application, while others, like Sis Roux of Crystal Channels, believe such formations are attempts by extraterrestrials to communicate.

Look to the sky: City man snaps photo of saucers

This piece from the SPIRIT newspaper in Jeannette, PA, features Melvin James Morgan, who claims to have photographed "40 or more objects" in the sky. Morgan, who believes the government has extraterrestrial spacecraft, recounts a personal encounter in 1984 with a ball of light that landed near him. He also observed a large hovering object over the US Steel Building in Pittsburgh. The article also includes an account from Cindy George, who believes aliens need human tissue and describes seeing two spacecraft chasing each other.

Strange Skies: Fifteen Years Ago, Area Residents Swear They Saw A UFO

This article from the Sun Staff Writer Keith Weston recounts a sighting in Chase City, Virginia, approximately 15 years prior, where an unidentified flying object was seen hovering above a bridge for several minutes before disappearing. Police Dispatcher Marion Owen and Officer Sam Huff, a WWII veteran, both witnessed the object, describing it as a bright light that made no sound. Huff drove directly under the object and observed it for several minutes but could not identify it, though he was certain it was not a plane or helicopter. The object suddenly ascended and left, and the radio in Huff's car, which had gone dead, came back on.

UFO network trades theories in Fairfield

This article by Robin Denaro reports on a Mutual UFO Network (MUFON) meeting in Fairfield, Connecticut. Bruce Tilden, a retired U.S. Army major, presented findings on UFOs. Roger Williams Wescott, a linguist and anthropologist, discussed a conference consensus that humanity is not exclusively a product of natural selection, suggesting extraterrestrial influence. The article also touches on theories about ancient builders receiving technological aid and ancient Indian texts describing "vimanas."

Wow! UFO convention lands in Chicago suburbs!

Burt Constable writes about a UFO convention held in the Chicago suburbs, focusing on Mary Kerfoot, a member of MUFON and Operation Right to Know. Kerfoot discusses the "UFO Abduction Phenomenon" and her own experiences, including alleged encounters with both aliens and apparent military personnel. The article touches on the idea that the government might be using media like "The X Files" to prepare the public for the reality of alien contact.

Field stirs up UFO theories

This Times Herald article by Irvin L. Jackson describes a farmer in Bad Axe, Michigan, John Holz, who found a 15-foot by 40-foot area of his corn field stamped flat, with other corn stalks methodically burned two feet down and piled into "huts." Holz hopes it's a prank but finds the theory unlikely, given the precision involved. The incident has attracted UFO enthusiasts and media attention.

Utahn finds agreement on sightings

This Deseret News article by Zack Van Eyck covers the fifth annual International UFO Congress convention. Eleanor Sanini, a MUFON section director, expresses her happiness at finding like-minded individuals who don't think she's crazy for her UFO sightings. Bernie Leporini and Arlene Vavra, also from St. George, Utah, attended the conference and shared their experiences of seeing UFOs, believing that extraterrestrials are visiting Earth and that the government may be preparing the public for this reality.

Abducted by aliens — AND by secret military?

Another Deseret News article by Zack Van Eyck reports on Melinda Leslie, an alleged alien abduction victim, who spoke at the UFO Congress. Leslie claims that after being abducted by aliens, she and others have been re-abducted by apparent military personnel for medical examinations and interrogation. She suggests a "shadow part of the government" or a "paramilitary organization" is involved, possibly due to distrust of aliens or curiosity about their technology. Leslie is working with others to persuade the Department of Health and Human Services to investigate these alleged re-abductions.

Kecksburg Incident Still Mystery

This article by Stan Gordon for The Bulletin investigates the 1965 Kecksburg UFO incident. Gordon asserts that an aerial object of undetermined origin fell into a wooded area, prompting a swift military response. Eyewitnesses reported seeing a large, solid metallic object, gold or copper-bronze in color, shaped like an acorn, with unusual markings. Despite official reports suggesting a meteorite or a Soviet satellite (Kosmos 96), Gordon believes the government has not revealed all it knows. He appeals for public information and an investigation into the case.

Eyewitnesses should be allowed to tell of UFO experiences

This feedback piece by George D. Fawcett argues that skeptics should allow eyewitnesses of UFO phenomena to share their experiences, suggesting that the scientific community has been too dismissive. Fawcett calls for testimony under oath, referencing the Roswell incident and alleged death threats to witnesses.

I Know What I Saw

This letter to the Nashville Scene by Sid Johnson shares a personal UFO sighting from 1957 of a silent, glowing fireball. Johnson criticizes scientists for dismissing UFOs due to fear of ridicule and argues that overwhelming circumstantial evidence would validate UFO existence in a court of law.

Was a UFO involved in mystery crash?

This article from the Franklin Favorite discusses the 1948 crash of Captain Thomas F. Mantell Jr. while he was reportedly pursuing a UFO. The article presents the official explanation of Mantell blacking out due to lack of oxygen, but also includes eyewitness accounts describing a "metallic and tremendous" object. It also explores the theory that the object might have been a balloon released from the Orange Bowl game, though eyewitness descriptions seem to contradict this. The case remains a mystery.

"Mysterious Object" pursued by Mantell probably balloon from Orange Bowl Game

This follow-up article from the Franklin Favorite suggests that the "mysterious object" Captain Mantell was chasing may have been a helium-filled balloon released from the Orange Bowl game. It describes similar sightings of balloons with streamers and smaller balloons attached, causing excitement and speculation.

Edwards' UFO 'definitely not one of ours'

This Mountain Mail article by Arlene Shovald reports on Tim Edwards of Salida, Colorado, who captured video footage of a UFO. Village Labs in Tempe, Arizona, analyzed the footage and classified it as an "alien visitation craft, definitely not one of ours." Edwards has experienced subsequent sightings of smaller craft, and the analysis of these tapes is ongoing. The article notes that Edwards' involvement is a "truth venture, not a money venture."

UFO buffs: Otherworldly leaders also at talks

This Enquirer article by Cameron McWhirter discusses UFO enthusiasts' speculation about the Bosnian peace talks held at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base. Richard Hoagland, founder of the New Jersey-based Mars Mission group, believes the talks are a precursor to preparing for an interplanetary war, with leaders being shown alien technology. Skeptics like Joe Nickell dismiss these theories as ridiculous.

Joe and I ate UFO Pancakes

This article by Harold R. (Bud) Meier recounts the 1961 experience of Joseph Simonton, who claimed to have hosted three "handsomely bronze humanoids" from a flying saucer at his homestead near Eagle River, Wisconsin. Simonton reportedly traded water for four "space pancakes." The article details the pancake's analysis, which found common grain, fat, and salt, but noted its unusual flatness compared to commercial mixes. Meier also discusses the investigation by Dr. J. Allen Hynek and the subsequent media attention.

UFO expert tips off X Files

This article from Fort McMurray, Alberta, discusses UFO expert Stanton Friedman's involvement with "The X Files" TV series. Friedman has mixed feelings about giving advice to the show, noting that the term "cosmic Watergate" was used without his permission. He speculates on reasons for alien visits, such as Earth being a honeymoon destination or a supply stop.

'Ufologists' converge on Salida after sightings

This Mountain Mail article by Arlene Shovald reports on Mutual UFO Network (MUFON) investigators seeking information from residents of Salida, Colorado, who may have witnessed unexplained aerial objects. The investigation follows two sightings by Tim Edwards, whose video footage was analyzed by Village Labs and deemed legitimate. The article notes the confidentiality of interviews and the interest from national media.

Field stirs up UFO theories

This article from the Times Herald details a farmer in Bad Axe, Michigan, John Holz, who discovered a portion of his corn field stamped flat and other stalks burned and piled into "huts." Holz hopes it's a prank but finds the theory unlikely, attracting UFO enthusiasts and media attention.

UFO CONFERENCE: Abducted by aliens — AND by secret military?

This Deseret News article by Zack Van Eyck covers the International UFO Congress. Melinda Leslie, an alleged alien abduction victim, claims that after alien abductions, humans in military-like attire have re-abducted individuals for examinations and interrogation. Leslie suggests a "shadow government" is involved and is working with others to seek an investigation into these alleged re-abductions.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue revolve around UFO sightings, alleged alien encounters, and government cover-ups. The editorial stance appears to be one of presenting these accounts and investigations, allowing readers to draw their own conclusions, while also acknowledging skeptical viewpoints. There's a clear interest in the evidence presented by witnesses and researchers, alongside the official explanations or lack thereof from government agencies.

This issue of 'A High School for Aliens' magazine, dated October 12, 1995, focuses on UFO enthusiasts and their experiences with alien abductions and encounters. The cover story, by Tim Frystak, highlights a lecture by UFO author and abductee Katharina Wilson, who shared her 26 years of experiences, and John Carpenter, a director of abduction research for MUFON. The magazine presents a collection of articles detailing various UFO sightings, alleged alien encounters, and related phenomena from around the world.

UFO Enthusiasts Describe Being Lost in Space After Alien Abductions

The main article by Tim Frystak introduces Katharina Wilson, who claims to have experienced alien abductions for 26 years, starting from childhood. Wilson described encounters with various alien types and detailed 'teaching dreams' that tested her emotions. She also recounted how an alien being helped her correct errors in her manuscript for her book, 'Alien Jigsaw.' The article notes that Wilson has undergone psychological evaluations and scans without any medical explanation for her memories. John Carpenter, speaking at the same event, emphasized the vastness of the universe and the possibility that aliens might be monitoring humanity, even suggesting that angels could be aliens. He theorized that humans might be like 'guinea pigs' for aliens, akin to frogs being dissected in labs.

Wilson also discussed the possibility of government involvement in alien affairs, citing past government cover-ups and experiments on humans. She expressed doubts about the government acknowledging UFOs and aliens, suggesting they might be using camouflage or deception to make it appear that the government is involved.

Other UFO Sightings and Incidents

The issue includes several shorter articles reporting on UFO sightings and related events globally:

• Salida, Colorado: Tim Edwards, who claims to have videotaped UFOs, offers advice on how to spot them, suggesting they are often seen near the sun during clear days and appear in various shapes with a silver metallic look.
• Mesquite, Nevada: A report on the fifth annual International UFO Congress convention, where vendors sold alien-themed merchandise, and attendees shared stories.
• Alexandria, Virginia: A letter from L. Bryant expresses disappointment with Senator John Warner's office for providing only a form letter in response to an inquiry about the 'alien autopsy film' and a potential congressional investigation into the Roswell incident.
• Kecksburg, Pennsylvania: WHJB radio announced a two-hour broadcast commemorating the 30th anniversary of the Kecksburg UFO incident, featuring witnesses and excerpts from the original broadcast.
• Essex, England: A report details a spate of unexplained sightings in the night sky, including a triangle of white light seen by a Rayleigh couple.
• Andover, England: Crop circle expert Colin Andrews is featured, accompanied by a camera crew from Taiwan, highlighting his investigations and interviews, including one with Ken Dykes, editor of the Andover Advertiser.
• Hemel Hempstead, England: Residents reported seeing unexplained bright, yellowish lights in the sky, with some suggesting they were UFOs, while others offered explanations like aircraft warning lights or comets.
• Scarborough, England: Two teenagers claim they saw UFOs on a camping trip, describing rectangular shapes surrounded by a bright white light.
• Dubai, UAE: Five men reported seeing two triangle-shaped unidentified flying objects (UFOs) emitting blue rays.
• Vancouver, B.C., Canada: Jack Wells claims to have watched a spherical, dark brown flying saucer drift over his town for 10 minutes.
• Bothell, Washington: Cliff Crook claims to possess 'conclusive photographic proof' of Bigfoot, based on photos taken in the Snoqualmie National Forest.
• Sumter, South Carolina: A video movie about the Lee County 'Lizard Man' is discussed, noting that the creature is described as Bigfoot-like rather than scaly.
• Fort Lauderdale, Florida: A ceremony commemorated the 50th anniversary of the disappearance of Flight 19 Navy planes in the Bermuda Triangle, with theories ranging from alien abduction to navigational errors.
• Glendale, California: Franklin Ruehl, a 'phenomenologist' on public access television, examines supernatural claims, including UFOs and extraterrestrials.
• Wichita Falls, Texas: Livestock mutilations in Tillman County, Oklahoma, have officials puzzled, with cattle found with body parts removed and precision cuts.
• Puerto Rico: The 'chupacabras' or 'goatsucker' phenomenon is discussed, with reports of nocturnal attacks on farm animals and pets, and various theories about the culprit.
• Ottawa County, Oklahoma: The 'Spooklight,' a mysterious light phenomenon on a gravel road, is explored, with historical accounts and theories about its origin.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are alien abductions, UFO sightings, government secrecy, and the broader paranormal. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry into these phenomena, presenting witness accounts and expert opinions without necessarily endorsing them as fact. The magazine aims to explore the mysteries of the universe and humanity's place within it, encouraging readers to keep an open mind. There is a clear interest in documenting and disseminating information about alleged extraterrestrial encounters and unexplained events, reflecting a fascination with the unknown and a skepticism towards official explanations.