UFO Newsclipping Service - 1998 11 - no 352

Magazine Overview

This issue of the UFO Newsclipping Service, dated November 1998 (Issue #352), compiles various newspaper articles and reports related to UFO sightings, alien abductions, and related phenomena. The publication features a mix of personal accounts, expert opinions, and news from different regions.

Key Articles and Reports

Pascagoula Abduction Anniversary

The lead article details Charles Hickson's claim of being abducted by aliens 25 years prior, on October 11, 1973, while fishing with Calvin Parker. Hickson describes a bluish-gray, oblong ship and three aliens with pincher claws. He believes he has been tracked by these visitors throughout his life and that the abduction was not his first or last encounter. He also recounts a later incident where a craft followed his family's car. Through regression hypnosis, Hickson learned he was first visited as a young boy. Parker, who fainted during the original encounter, reportedly never got over the experience.

Alien Abductions in Newcastle

An article from the NEWS LETTER JOURNAL in Newcastle, Wyoming, highlights Bill Huckins, who runs the Healing and Learning Center. Huckins claims to have been abducted multiple times since he was three years old, undergoing surgical operations and gaining knowledge of healing techniques. He believes aliens mean no harm and may be interested in saving mankind. Huckins has formed a support group for abductees and teaches classes on the phenomenon. He asserts a positive correlation between intelligence and belief in alien existence and feels the government is keeping the existence of alien life a secret. He believes the phenomenon is programming humanity to be more accepting.

UFOs Ignored by Mainstream Media

A brief report notes the surprise of Peter Davenport, director of the National UFO Reporting Center, regarding the lack of mainstream media interest in UFO sightings, despite receiving hundreds of reports of phenomena like fireballs zooming across the Northwest.

The 'Haunted Highway' of Cherryville

An article from The Eagle in Cherryville, NC, discusses UFO sightings along Hwy. 150, dubbed the 'Haunted Highway.' UFO researcher George Fawcett has investigated numerous incidents in the area, including a 1993 sighting of an orange, dome-shaped object. Fawcett has researched UFOs for 54 years and has established five UFO research groups. He notes that while many sightings can be logically explained, others remain mysterious. Sightings in the Cherryville area include alleged UFO occupants and filmed sightings in surrounding towns.

UFO Experience Conference

Reporting from New Haven, CT, an article covers the 11th UFO Experience conference, attended by about 400 people. Topics included alien abductions, alleged government cover-ups of extraterrestrial technology, and a possible connection between Bigfoot and aliens. Darrel Sims, an 'alien hunter,' presented evidence of alien implants, while Robert and Ryan Wood discussed alleged government cover-ups of alien technology. The conference attendees paid between $125 and $175 for the event.

UFO Class and Workshop in Maryland

An article from The Capital in Annapolis, MD, discusses a UFO class taught by historian Emily Peake and a workshop organized by psychologist Peter Resta. Peake teaches a nine-week class called 'Fact or Fiction,' while Resta's workshop, 'Unsolved Mysteries: The Face-on-Mars' and the Real X-Files,' aims to help attendees explore the world of UFOs. Resta, who admits to capitalizing on the 'X-Files' phenomenon, is willing to be convinced of alien existence. The article also mentions Tony Schlerf, owner of The Turning Wheel bookstore, who believes the government is covering up evidence of alien life.

South Louisiana Ranks in UFO Top Ten

An article by H. L. Arledge discusses South Louisiana and Southern Mississippi's ranking in Omni Magazine's top 50 most significant UFO sightings. It highlights incidents like 'ghost lights' and the Pascagoula abduction. The article lists and briefly describes ten notable UFO incidents, including the Hudson Valley sightings, the Cash/Landrum incident, the Roswell Incident, and the Travis Walton abduction.

Budd Hopkins Speaks on UFOs and Abductions

A report from Traverse City, MI, covers a lecture by UFO author Budd Hopkins, who spoke to a large crowd about widespread alien abductions. Hopkins presented slides and discussed a significant 1989 abduction in Manhattan witnessed by several people, including police officers and a politician. He stated that he became a believer after witnessing a lens-shaped flying saucer in 1964. Hopkins urged the audience to keep an open mind.

Skeptical Encounters with the Unknown

An article by Daniel B. Caton, observatory director and astronomy professor, discusses his personal encounters with unexplained lights in the sky, which he terms 'Caton's Light.' Caton emphasizes skepticism and the need for extraordinary evidence for extraordinary claims, contrasting his approach with 'True Believers.' He also mentions the Brown Mountain Lights as a repeatable phenomenon that warrants scientific investigation.

Hypnotic Regression and Abduction Research

An article from the ISLANDER in Pensacola Beach, FL, discusses the work of hypnotherapist Dr. Dan Overlade in investigating alien abduction cases. It highlights his advocacy for hypnotic regression and his contributions to the field. The article also references the work of John Mack, Ph.D., and quotes Carl Jung's views on UFOs, suggesting they are not mere rumors and show signs of intelligent guidance.

UFOs and Government Cover-Up

An article from the ISLANDER in Pensacola Beach, FL, announces a MUFON presentation by Constance Clear, a psychotherapist specializing in alien abduction encounters. Clear's upcoming book, 'Reaching for Reality,' is based on her clients' experiences. The article also mentions the Pensacola/Gulf Breeze MUFON's purpose of investigating UFOs and educating the public.

Trio Claims 'Gold' Object Sighting

A report from the BAXTER BULLETIN in Mountain Home, AR, details a sighting by Frank Caruso and two friends of a 'gold-like object' in the sky near Valley Airport. Caruso described it as having a gold-looking vapor trail. The report notes that local law enforcement had not received any reports of the object.

Alien Abduction Encounters Presentation

Another article from the ISLANDER in Pensacola Beach, FL, announces a presentation by Constance Clear on alien abduction encounters, detailing her background as a psychotherapist and her work with abductees. Her book, 'Reaching for Reality,' is based on these experiences.

UFO Mystery Continues

A report from the BAXTER BULLETIN in Mountain Home, AR, discusses a sighting of a 'gold-like' object and another report of two 'powerful lights' seen in the sky. Christine Lippert, a chemist and investigator for MUFON, is seeking reports of UFO sightings in the area.

Aliens Exist - Just Ask the Man on the Moon

An article from the SUNDAY TIMES in London, England, features former astronaut Edgar Mitchell, who is campaigning for the US government to acknowledge alien life on Earth. Mitchell believes that many UFO sightings are not explainable by natural phenomena or known aircraft and suggests the government has covered up the truth about UFOs for 50 years. He is advocating for sources to be granted immunity to share their stories.

Mysterious Crop Circles Draw Crowds

A CANADIAN PRESS report from Vanderhoof, BC, describes the public's fascination with mysterious crop circles discovered in a local oat crop, attracting hundreds of visitors. Chad Deetken, a researcher, is analyzing the formations for authenticity.

UFO Probe Claim Dismissed by RAF

A report from the SOUTH WALES EVENING POST discusses claims that a West Wales RAF base plays a role in probing UFOs. The Ministry of Defence stated that British forces only investigate UFOs if they fear a military threat. Gower MP Martin Caton had questioned the government about activities at RAF Brawdy.

Man Sheds Microlight on UFO Mystery

An article from the EVENING COURIER in Halifax, England, presents Tony Clarke's theory that lights seen on February 2 were microlights. However, UFO magazine editor Graham Birdsall disputes this, citing evidence from other witnesses and analysis that does not support the microlight explanation.

UFOs Seen, at Last

A report from NEWS in Cheltenham, England, details UFO hunter Robin Cole's close encounter with an emerald green hexagon over the Mediterranean Sea. Cole, a member of the Cheltenham-based UFO research group Circular Forum, found no rational explanation for the sighting.

Never Mind the Bite, Just Look at That Light!

A report from the CORNISH GUARDIAN in Bodmin, England, describes four fishermen who lost interest in fishing to observe a mysterious bright light in the sky that stopped, made a 90-degree turn, and disappeared into cloud.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes throughout this issue are the prevalence of UFO sightings and alien abduction claims, the skepticism faced by witnesses, and the persistent belief among many that governments are withholding information about extraterrestrial life. There is a clear editorial stance supporting the investigation of these phenomena, encouraging an open mind, and presenting a platform for individuals to share their experiences and research. The publication seems to lean towards the belief that 'the truth is out there' and that these events warrant serious consideration, even if definitive proof remains elusive for many.

This issue of the WORLD-SPECTATOR, dated September 14, 1998, features a prominent article about a crop circle that appeared in a local field near Wapella, Saskatchewan, Canada. The magazine also includes reports from other publications concerning UFO sightings and related phenomena.

Crop Circle Appears in Valley Barley Field

The main article, written by Terri Eger, details the discovery of a crop circle on John Sippola's farm, located 12 miles north of Wapella. Sippola, a farmer, found the circle while swathing a crop of oats. The circle measured 11 feet in diameter and was flattened in a counter-clockwise direction. His wife, Charlene, described it as "something unusual" that "makes you think." The article notes that this discovery follows a set of circles found in the Qu'Appelle Valley near Highway 9 three weeks prior. The exact cause of the crop circle remains unexplained, with speculation ranging from natural phenomena to deliberate human creation.

Related Reports and Themes

The issue also includes a brief report from the Redditch Standard (England, August 21, 1998) seeking information about a 'fish tailed' UFO sighting in Redditch. Another article from the Spectator (Whitewood, Saskatchewan, Canada, August 21, 1998) describes a crop circle appearing in a valley barley field, noting its flattened down circle, surrounding ring, and a straight line leading to a smaller circle. This article also poses the question of whether crop circles are the work of aliens or humans.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue revolve around unexplained aerial phenomena, specifically crop circles and UFO sightings. The articles present these occurrences as mysterious events that defy easy explanation, encouraging readers to ponder their origins. The editorial stance appears to be one of reporting on these phenomena with a degree of curiosity and openness to the possibility of extraterrestrial or unusual explanations, while also acknowledging the lack of definitive answers.