UFO Newsclipping Service - 2004 11 - no 424

Magazine Overview

This issue of the UFO Newsclipping Service, dated November 2004, Number 424, compiled by Lucius Farish, focuses on a variety of UFO-related topics, including workshops, personal accounts, historical events, and investigations into mysterious phenomena.

Head out of this world with UFOlogist's Workshop

Peter Resta, a psychotherapist and psychology instructor, is hosting a daylong workshop exploring UFOs, life on Mars, and alien abductions. Resta, who has never seen a UFO or an alien, believes the topic of extraterrestrial visitation is important and should be discussed openly. The workshop, held at Anne Arundel Community College, features speakers like retired U.S. Navy Capt. Robert Durant discussing Roswell, Anna Jamerson on alien abduction, and cosmologist Tom Van Flandern on former civilizations on Mars. Resta also advocates for the declassification of government files on "unusual incidents." He notes that public figures like astronaut Gordon Cooper, President Jimmy Carter, and Senator Barry Goldwater have publicly claimed to have seen UFOs.

The article details the Coyne Case from October 18, 1973, where a U.S. Army Reserve helicopter crew reported being chased and briefly pulled upwards by an unknown vessel. Resta criticizes typical explanations for sightings, such as "swamp gas," and emphasizes the need for education and questioning. He has a master's degree in Clinical Psychology and a doctorate in Human Development.

Winona Art Center Hosting UFO Specialists

An article from Winona, MN, dated October 1, 2004, reports on the Strange Phenomena Conference held at the Winona Art Center. Organizer Jerry Modjeski believes other-worldly forces created crop circles and that large, upright, non-human primates roam North America. He explains his interest stems from curiosity about what lies beyond Earth. The conference featured talks by paranormal investigator Chad Lewis, who would discuss Bigfoot sightings, crop circles, and UFO abductions, and Craig Lang, Field Director of Investigations for MUFON, who would discuss alien abductions. Lewis's website indicates significant UFO activity in Wisconsin and Minnesota. Lang, a hypnotherapist, would discuss UFO encounters that intrude deeply into people's lives.

Betty Hill, 85; Asserted She Was Abducted by Spacecraft

This obituary from the Boston Globe, dated October 20, 2004, reports the death of Betty Hill at age 85. Hill gained fame for her alleged abduction by an alien spacecraft in 1961 with her husband, Barney. The incident, which occurred while driving through Franconia Notch, New Hampshire, involved seeing an unusual light, the craft stopping in front of them, and being examined by beings with "large eyes, small nose, thin slit for a mouth." Her description became a prototype for alien depictions. The couple's experience was documented in the book "The Interrupted Journey" and the TV movie "UFO Incident." Dr. J. Allen Hynek described their experience in "Close Encounters of the Third Kind." Hill stated that UFOs are piloted by a civilization 25,000 years ahead of us and advised people not to panic if they encounter one. She lectured widely until her retirement in 1991, stating that she wanted to be remembered for her social work, not for seeing UFOs.

John E. Mack, 74; Professor, Author

A Washington Post obituary from September 30, 2004, details the death of John E. Mack, a Harvard Medical School professor of psychiatry. Mack won a Pulitzer Prize for his biography of Lawrence of Arabia and studied people who claimed alien encounters. He died after being struck by a car in London. His research on alien encounters resulted in books like "Abduction" and "Passport to the Cosmos." He concluded that those who claimed encounters had a heightened sense of spirituality and that these encounters were real, possibly more spiritual than physical. Harvard Medical School had reviewed his research in 1994, reaffirming his academic freedom.

Mercury Astronaut Gordon Cooper, 77

This Washington Post article from October 5, 2004, reports the death of Gordon Cooper, one of the original seven Mercury astronauts, at age 77. Cooper was known for his spaceflights and for speaking out about UFOs. He piloted the Faith 7 spacecraft in a 22-orbit mission in 1963 and later commanded the Gemini 5 mission. Cooper stated his belief in extraterrestrial vehicles visiting Earth and that they are from technically advanced planets. He was fascinated by flying from childhood and served in the Air Force before becoming an astronaut. After leaving NASA, he entered private business and was outspoken about his views on UFOs.

UFO Sighting Wave of October 1973

This article from the Circleville, OH Herald, dated November 4, 2004, discusses the massive UFO sightings that occurred in October 1973. It highlights the sighting by U.S. Army Captain Lawrence J. Coyne and three Army reservists near Mansfield, Ohio, who described a cigar-shaped object with a glowing red edge. The article also mentions UFO sightings by Ashland County Sheriff's deputies, local residents, and a police officer in Circleville. It notes that Wright-Patterson Air Force Base kept an official log of UFO sightings for 23 years, recording 12,618 reports, with 701 never identified. The article also references the Pascagoula UFO incident and reports from Greenfield, Ohio. Skylab astronauts reportedly saw a mysterious red-disk object in space. Dr. J. Allen Hynek, a consultant for the U.S. Air Force on UFOs, stated that UFOs did exist and were someone else's craft. The Center for UFO Studies reported nearly one thousand UFO sighting reports in October 1973.

Author Follows the Trail of the Braxton County Monster

An article from the Charleston Gazette, WV, dated October 12, 2004, features Frank Feschino Jr., an artist turned UFO researcher, who wrote the book "The Braxton County Monster: The Cover-Up of the Flatwoods Monster Revealed." Feschino became interested in the Flatwoods Monster case from 1952 after hearing about it from relatives. He discovered that the story had been distorted and pieced together information from witnesses, Project Blue Book records, and military sources. He argues that the Braxton County Monster was not a single meteor but involved UFOs being hit in aerial battles and that the government covered it up. Feschino believes UFOs were spotted all over the eastern United States during the Cold War.

The Spaceman Who Saw UFOs

This article from the Daily Express, London, England, dated October 7, 2004, is an obituary for astronaut Gordon Cooper. It highlights his bravery in speaking out about his UFO encounters, which lent credibility to the alien debate. Cooper, a member of the pioneering Mercury missions, claimed to have seen metallic, saucer-shaped vehicles at high altitudes while a young Air Force pilot in West Germany in 1951. He also spoke of seeing footage of a crashed object at Edwards Air Force Base. Cooper believed that unexplained UFOs were from technologically advanced civilizations not from Earth. He advocated for a coordinated UN program to study UFO encounters and was disappointed by the lack of action. The article notes his role in the space race and his public pronouncements on UFOs.

Mum's Video Shots Prompt UFO Debate

An article from the Rhondda Leader, Cardiff, Wales, dated August 12, 2004, reports on remarkable footage of a suspected UFO captured on video camera by Alison Moore. Moore filmed a floating disc in the night sky that moved, vanished, and reappeared, also noting an unusual sound suggesting an electromagnetic response. While astronomers suggested it could be the planet Venus, Moore believes it is something more, questioning why it moved and changed color if it were a planet. Gary Darlington of the South Wales UFO Network stated that there were no satellites in the area at the time and that the incident needs looking into.

It's Definitely Man-Made, Says Hoaxer

This article from the Sunday Express, London, England, discusses a crop circle formation. Matthew Williams, who was convicted for a crop circle hoax, asserts that the latest formation is man-made, claiming to know nearly 30 crop hoaxers in the Wiltshire area. He points out inconsistencies that suggest it's not paranormal and that its complexity is within human capability. He notes it took two days to complete, indicating human involvement.

Powerful Force Created This, Insists Francine

In contrast to the hoaxer's claim, Francine Blake, who has researched crop phenomena for over 20 years, insists the new circle is the result of some natural, unexplained force. She believes it's impossible for it to be man-made, citing its sudden appearance and complexity. Blake argues that the plants are transformed by a powerful energy and that the formation occurred in less than half a minute, making human creation impossible. She likens man-made circles to "monkeys who copy things" and calls them a "sideshow."

Steve Alexander, a veteran crop circle observer, stated he could not definitively say whether the circle was man-made or not, noting its complexity and sudden appearance, suggesting it would take days to produce.

UFO Sightings on Pace to Set Record

This brief report from Toronto, Ontario, Canada, dated August 6, 2004, indicates that Canadians are on track to report a record number of UFO sightings in 2004. Ufology Research of Manitoba tracks these reports, noting an increase compared to the previous year. The rise in sightings might be linked to public awareness of exploratory missions to planets like Mars and Saturn. The Prairies region is identified as a hotbed for unexplained activity.

So What Are Aliens Trying to Tell Us This Time?

This article from the Western Daily Press, Bristol, England, dated June 26, 2004, discusses a crop formation near Alton Barnes, Wiltshire, which is being likened to a diagram of an electrical transistor designed by Nikola Tesla. Michael Soper of Contact International believes it's a message from outer space, possibly the last piece of a jigsaw puzzle. He suggests it relates to Tesla's work, which he claims the establishment has not fully recognized. The formation is described as having coils, connectors, and wires. It is also compared to a design discovered in Hampshire that some believed was a reply to the Arecibo message. The article also mentions damage to the wheat field caused by visitors.

Genius Claimed Outer-Space Links

This sidebar provides a brief biography of Nikola Tesla, noting his birth in 1856, emigration to the U.S. in 1884, and his claim of receiving signals from outer space in 1900. His invention, the Tesla coil, is mentioned, and his death as a pauper in 1943.

Camera Captures Mystery Lights Over City Cathedral

A report from Lichfield, England, dated September 2, 2004, states that a leading UFO expert, Graham Allen of Staffordshire UFO Group, has concrete evidence of unexplained phenomena after capturing video footage of mysterious lights hovering above Lichfield Cathedral. A city resident recorded a triangular object. Allen describes the footage as among the most exciting he has ever seen and notes that the object moved in multiple directions and had a glowing triangular shape. Witnesses reported something alive in the center of the object. The group is awaiting expert analysis of the videotape.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue include the ongoing investigation and reporting of UFO sightings, the personal experiences of individuals who claim encounters, and the efforts to understand these phenomena through workshops, research, and media coverage. There's a consistent emphasis on the need for evidence-based analysis, while also acknowledging the profound impact these events have on witnesses. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry, presenting various perspectives from skeptics, believers, and researchers, and encouraging public discussion on these often-controversial topics. The publication seems dedicated to documenting and disseminating information about UFOs and related mysteries.

This issue of the "Post" newspaper, dated September 16, 2004, features a cover story titled "Are there alien visitors?" It delves into the question of extraterrestrial life through various reports, interviews, and witness accounts from different parts of the world.

Are there alien visitors?

The lead article by Amy Bowen explores the question of alien visitors, presenting two contrasting viewpoints. Graham Allen, chairman of the Staffordshire UFO group, expresses certainty that something exists beyond human understanding, citing unexplained incidents and historical cases like RAF Bentwaters. He believes authorities investigate but maintain a low profile to avoid explanations. Conversely, Lydia Hodkinson, secretary of the Stafford and district Astronomical Society, remains skeptical, attributing sightings to misidentified celestial bodies like Venus or fireballs, and emphasizing the specific conditions required for life to exist on a planet.

Psychiatrist criticised for giving credence to alien encounters

This section reports on the death of Dr. John Mack, an American psychiatrist who gained notoriety for his research into alien abduction accounts. Mack, a Harvard professor, studied testimonies from around 100 self-proclaimed 'abductees,' leading to an inquiry into his methods by Harvard Medical School. Despite criticism from some colleagues who viewed his work as a slur on serious research, Mack maintained his stance, suggesting alien abductions might be linked to a planetary ecological crisis. His work on 'Abduction: Human Encounters With Aliens' became a bestseller, and he continued his research, authoring 'Passport To The Cosmos: Human Transformation And Alien Encounters.' The article also includes a tribute from John James, who knew Mack from his work at Boston University.

The truth is out there

This article from the STAR newspaper (Hartlepool, England) features Glen Richardson, a 22-year-old UFO researcher, who claims Hartlepool is a prime site for alien abductions and sightings. Following his appearance in a sister paper, Richardson received numerous calls from people reporting sightings of bright yellow and orange lights, cigar-shaped ships, and objects the size of three buses. He aims to make the subject of alien experiences less taboo.

Translations

This section presents translated articles from South American and other Spanish-language newspapers, focusing on UFO and strange phenomena reports.

EYEWITNESS DESCRIBES ENCOUNTER WITH STRANGE CREATURE (La Region, Chile)

Eduardo Vega recounts an encounter in July with a humanoid figure, approximately 80 cm tall, shiny and red, with a large head, observed near El Panul de Coquimbo. The figure was motionless for seven minutes and emitted sparks or lights from its head.

WITNESSES CLAIM SEEING FIREBALL CRASH BEHIND THE MARTIAL GLACIER (El Sureno, Ushuaia, Argentina)

Multiple residents of Ushuaia reported seeing a fireball fall from the sky behind the Martial Glacier. Dr. Rogelio Acevedo, a geologist, witnessed the event and described it as a mass of white, green, and yellow hues. The phenomenon caused destruction in a forested area, with trees sheared or broken, but no visible impact marks were found on the ground.

Unlikely Objects Found in Area in Which "Fireballs" Fell (El Sureno, Ushuaia, Argentina)

Following the fireball sightings, unlikely objects were found in the forested area behind the Le Martial Glacier. These objects were recovered by the provincial police and submitted for analysis by experts from CADIC. The items did not correspond to the local geography, and scientists are investigating possibilities ranging from meteorites to comets.

"Fireball" Destroyed Trees Behind Le Martial Glacier (El Sureno, Ushuaia, Argentina)

An expedition confirmed damage to approximately 150 square meters of forest behind the Le Martial Glacier, with trees uprooted and broken. The damage occurred at a height of six to eight meters above the ground, and no prints were found. The cause remains a mystery, with possibilities including a tornado or a strange object impact.

A UFO OVER SANTA FE? (www.sinmordaza.com, Argentina)

A solid object with a metallic center, leaving a wake, was photographed by chance over Santa Fe. The object was captured in 17 photos taken during a youth art festival.

STRANGE REPTILE CAUSES TERROR (El Tribuno, Salta, Argentina)

Police searched for a 'large serpent with a hairy head and reddish eyes' reported by individuals in Rosario de Lerma. The creature was described as having a snake's head, hairy, with red eyes and a piercing gaze.

Mysterious Treefalls in Patagonian Forest (Las Ultimas Noticias, Santiago, Chile)

Trees in a Patagonian forest near Ushuaia were found uprooted and piled from north to south. This phenomenon is linked to reports of fireballs seen days earlier, though the trees were not burned. Experts suggest it could be a 'volteo' (overturning) or a tornado, but the lack of wind damage raises questions.

MUTILATED COWS IN LA PAMPA (Planeta UFO, Argentina)

Three mutilated Aberdeen Angus cows were discovered on a rural estate, missing udders, ears, eyes, and tongues, with mutilations in their maxillaries. This follows a pattern of similar mutilations on beef cattle in previous years.

Strange object was seen falling from the sky (El Tribuno.com.ar, Salta, Argentina)

Residents of Metan reported seeing three large columns of smoke falling vertically at high speed, changing direction, and then appearing as flames. Police investigated but found no fallen object, with witnesses describing the phenomenon as unlike clouds or a typical jet.

Build it, they will come

This article from the Sunday Sun (Toronto, Canada) by Mark Bonokoski details the story of Dave Hamel, an 80-year-old man in Bancroft, Canada, who claims to be building a spaceship based on telepathic instructions from aliens who abducted him in 1975. Hamel believes the survival of the human race depends on this project.

Women spooked by mystery UFO

This report from the South Wales Evening Post describes two women, Christine Harvey and Charlotte Williams, who saw two triangular shapes with six white lights each in the night sky over Gower. The objects moved and then disappeared, leaving the witnesses baffled.

Expert in a flap at UFO bonanza

Graham Allen, Chairman of the Staffordshire UFO Group, states that Cannock Chase is experiencing a rare period of UFO activity known as a 'flap,' with dozens of reports of orange balls of light and triangular UFOs in August and September. This activity will be discussed at a UFO conference in Japan.

Hill of Illusion

This article from the Daily News (Moscow-Pullman, ID) describes the Hill of Illusion near Farmington, Washington, a site where a road appears to go downhill but vehicles roll backward uphill. A scientific team investigated the phenomenon, attributing it to a possible gravitational anomaly, and concluded that more investigation is warranted.

Video renews legend of mythical Ogopogo

This article from the Province (Vancouver, B.C., Canada) reports on the Casorso family's sighting of what they believe to be the legendary Ogopogo lake monster in Okanagan Lake. The family witnessed several large, snake-like humps moving through the water from their houseboat, and John Casorso captured video footage of the event.

Scientists defend pyramid theory

This brief report from N.W. FL DAILY NEWS mentions that French Egyptologists Jean Yves Verd'hurt and Gilles Dormion are urging Egypt's antiquities chief to reconsider their theory of an unknown chamber in the Great Pyramid, despite objections from Zahi Hawass, who fears damage to the structure.

Charlie DeVore trusts his nose.

This article from the NEWS-JOURNAL (Longview, TX) profiles Bigfoot investigator Charlie DeVore, who believes in the creature's existence due to its distinct, overpowering stench and numerous witness accounts. DeVore investigates sightings for the Texas Bigfoot Research Center and has personally experienced the smell, though he has not yet seen Bigfoot.

Mystery animal in Elmendorf may have an East Texas cousin

This Express-News article discusses the killing of two mysterious, hairless animals in Elmendorf and Pollok, Texas, which bear striking similarities. Speculation suggests they could be chupacabras, with DNA testing underway to identify them.

Moffat investigates death, mutilation of three calves

This Denver Post article reports on the investigation into the deaths of three calves in Moffat County, Colorado, whose genitals were removed after death. Officials are investigating the possibility of a bizarre interest behind the mutilations.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are UFO sightings, alien encounters, and other unexplained phenomena, including Bigfoot, lake monsters, and mysterious animal mutilations. The newspaper presents a range of perspectives, from skeptical scientific explanations to enthusiastic belief in the existence of these phenomena, often featuring witness accounts and expert investigations. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry into these subjects, providing a platform for diverse viewpoints and documented reports.