UFO Newsclipping Service - 2005 09 - no 434

Magazine Overview

This issue of the UFO NEWSCLIPPING SERVICE, Number 434 from September 2005, is published by Lucius Farish and focuses on the persistent interest in UFO phenomena. The cover story, "Into the realm of ridicule," by Rick Polito, highlights Marin filmmaker James Fox, who takes UFOs seriously despite the widespread skepticism. Fox, who has produced two documentaries, 'Out of the Blue' and 'UFOs: 50 Years of Denial,' focuses on the "5 percent" of UFOlogy that he believes is credible, often involving "trained observers" like astronauts and military officers.

Feature Articles and Reports

James Fox: A Serious Approach to UFOlogy

Filmmaker James Fox, 37, from Bolinas, California, is profiled for his work in UFO documentaries. He acknowledges that 95 percent of UFO claims are "hogwash" but dedicates his work to the remaining 5 percent. His film 'Out of the Blue' is screened in Mill Valley, and a director's cut is set to air on the Sci-Fi Channel. Fox's father, journalist Charles Fox, initially reacted with disbelief but eventually supported his son's endeavors. Fox's first documentary, 'UFOs: 50 Years of Denial,' gained attention on the Discovery Channel. He is now working on a documentary about "alternative energy" and anticipates facing similar skepticism.

Hidden History: The Battle of L.A.

This section, contributed by Pete Hartinger and J. Fry, revisits the "Battle of Los Angeles" on February 24, 1942. The article details how air raid sirens sounded due to a perceived Japanese attack, leading to military engagement with an unidentified object. The event, which involved anti-aircraft fire and resulted in civilian deaths and property damage, is presented as a "hidden history" case, with the author questioning the official explanations and the lack of public disclosure.

Former Reporter Recounts UFO Tale

By Matt Moline, The Capital-Journal, Topeka, KS (August 4, 2005). This article recounts Ed Corwin's experience as a reporter in Abilene, Kansas, in August 1965. Corwin interviewed a truck driver, Don Tennopir, who reported a close encounter with a luminous, saucer-shaped object emitting red rays. Corwin's report of the incident made him a "believer in UFOs."

Crownpoint Couple Spots UFO Twice

By John Christian Hopkins, Diné Bureau (August 2005). Stephanie Jeff of Crownpoint, New Mexico, reported seeing bright, rotating lights in the sky on two consecutive nights. She described the lights as reddish-orange and rotating, vanishing as mysteriously as they appeared. She reported the sightings to the Air Force and noted that her brother also saw similar lights.

50 Years Later... The Kelly 'Commotion'

This series of articles from the Kentucky New Era (August 13, 2005) commemorates the 50th anniversary of the "Kelly Incident" on August 21, 1955. Lonnie Lankford, who was 12 at the time, recounts his mother seeing a "space creature" outside their farmhouse, leading to his brother "Lucky" firing a shotgun. The incident involved reports of "little green men" and a spaceship landing. The articles also mention the upcoming "Little Green Men Festival" in Hopkinsville, featuring a spaceship replica and various events.

UFO Sighting in Exeter Again

By Adam Dolge, News-Letter, Exeter, NH (July 26, 2005). A retired Navy veteran, identified as "David," reported seeing a large, silver, cigar-shaped object hovering in the sky. The object changed colors to orange-red with flames and stretched to double its size before disappearing. David, with 10,000 hours of flight experience, is convinced of what he saw, despite no other witnesses coming forward.

Navy Veteran Knows What He Saw: a UFO

By Adam Dolge, Herald, Portsmouth, NH (July 31, 2005). This follow-up article on the Exeter sighting reiterates the Navy veteran "David's" account. It also mentions previous UFO reports in the Exeter area, including the 1965 incident involving police officers and a hitchhiker, and the famous Barney and Betty Hill abduction case from 1961.

East Kingston Woman Reports Second UFO Sighting

By Adam Dolge, News-Letter, Exeter, NH (August 2, 2005). Lucienne, an East Kingston resident, reported seeing a "silver cigar" shaped object in the sky, similar to the Exeter sighting. She described the object as pill-shaped with rounded ends and dark spots, and it disappeared after about 30 seconds.

UFO 'Expert' Speculates About Strange Lights

By Bill Donovan, Independent, Gallup, NM (August 23, 2005). Local UFO "expert" Robert Allen expresses excitement over photos taken by Lyle Jeff of Standing Rock, New Mexico, showing unidentified lights. Allen believes the photos provide "positive proof" of a UFO and suggests it may have crashed. He notes the lights' erratic patterns and lack of noise, ruling out helicopters or weather balloons.

B.C. UFO Picture 'Best in the World'

By Carrie West, Special to The Province (March 6, 2005). This article focuses on Hannah McRoberts' famous UFO photograph taken in 1981 near Kelsey Bay, Vancouver Island. The image, which appears to show a flying saucer, has been widely reproduced and is considered by Gavin McLeod of UFO British Columbia to be the "best credible UFO photo in the world" due to its clarity and McRoberts' credibility.

UFO boffin Baffled at RAF Base Sightings

By Oliver Cartwright, STAR, Shropshire, England (February 17, 2005). Nick Pope, a former UFO desk officer for the Ministry of Defence, discusses a sensational case at RAF Shawbury in 1993. He describes a "vast, triangular craft" that flew over the base, firing a beam of light before departing at high speed. Pope states this case, among others, led him to believe in UFOs.

Letters to the Editor

Frank Robinson of Prince Rupert reports three UFO sightings between 1996 and 2005, including a red object and a sighting where two UFOs were visible in a photograph. He invites others with similar experiences to contact him.

Now... Is This Really a UFO?

This article from TIMES, Irvine, Scotland (April 29, 2005) reports on Brian Donohoe, a prospective Labour candidate, who chased and photographed a mysterious blue object hovering overhead.

Northwood Abuzz About Crop Circles

This article from the Herald, Grand Forks, ND (August 27, 2005) discusses crop circles that appeared near the Northwood Municipal Airport. The article explores whether the circles were created by aliens, hooligans, or Mother Nature, with local residents offering various theories.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are the ongoing investigation and reporting of UFO sightings, the credibility of witnesses, and the persistent public fascination with the phenomenon. The editorial stance appears to be one of serious journalistic inquiry into UFO reports, presenting various cases and perspectives without outright dismissal, while acknowledging the skepticism that often surrounds the topic. The publication aims to document these events and encourage further discussion and investigation.

This issue of the EXPRESS, dated May 20, 2005, features a cover story by reporter Lisa Rookes meeting UFO researcher Leigh Arkwright, who is convinced that 'the truth is out there.' The magazine also includes articles from various other publications covering UFO sightings, alleged alien abductions, Bigfoot encounters, and other unexplained phenomena.

UFOs and Extraterrestrial Encounters

Wakefield, England: Leigh Arkwright has established the Wakefield UFO Research Association to encourage people to share their experiences with UFOs and potential abductions. Arkwright himself claims to have had an abduction experience 10 years prior. The article notes Wakefield's history of UFO sightings, including cigar-shaped objects and silver orbs, and mentions the city's inclusion in the film 'Signs.'

The Zigmund Adamski Case: This prominent case from 1980 involved the disappearance and subsequent death of Zigmund Adamski, a Polish miner. Found miles away with mysterious burns and missing personal items, the case baffled investigators and attracted the attention of ufologists, including one who speculated about alien abduction.

Cannock Chase Post, England (June 9, 2005): A dozen residents of Cannock town centre reported seeing a glowing, tube-shaped object hovering in the sky for nearly a minute before vanishing. Witnesses described it as a silver tube with green pulsing lights.

Lincolnshire, England (May 31, 2005): According to newly released Ministry of Defence documents, seven unidentified flying objects have been reported in Lincolnshire's skies over the past five years. These include plumes of smoke, blue and white lights, and silently moving objects, with descriptions ranging from triangles and torpedos to cylinders and 'lights.' The MoD stated its role is to ensure no threat to national security and that airspace is not violated, but does not invest resources in investigating the phenomena further.

South Shields Gazette, England (March 24, 2005): Reporter Mike Hallowell details a film captured by Bethany Isaacson showing several unidentified flying objects. The article also mentions other sightings in the area around the same time, including a flash of light seen by a family in East Boldon and 'bright lights' spotted by a shopper in South Shields. The puck-shaped objects are referred to as 'Daylight Discs.'

Denbighshire, Wales (Date Unknown): Experts from the Welsh Federation of Independent Ufologists are investigating recurring sightings of sphere-shaped objects over Llannefydd, which change color and 'pulse' in the night sky. An investigator reported seeing an orb with a 'face in it.'

ECHO, Lincolnshire, England (June 4, 2005): A reader, P.D. Thacker, reports seeing a silver disc circling the central tower of Lincoln Cathedral on May 24, 2005.

Express & Star, Wolverhampton, England (May 26, 2005): UFO Research Midlands is organizing a public 'skywatch' event to investigate reports of low-flying objects in Stourbridge and Kidderminster.

Evening Herald, Dublin, Ireland (March 7, 2005): Christy Breen reported seeing an oval-shaped object with bright green lights hovering over Beaumont Hospital for over an hour. Professor Luke Drury suggested it could be a form of aircraft, and noted that laser displays and weather balloons are common explanations for UFO sightings.

INEXPLICATA (August 19, 2005): A UFO was photographed north of Mexico City by Gerardo Nieto Cid on August 17, 2005. The strange structure was only visible on computer analysis of the photos.

Planeta UFO, Argentina (August 29, 2005): Ing. Carlos R. Pena reported witnessing a black UFO flying between clouds over Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. The object's shape was difficult to define, and the sighting lasted about 40 seconds.

Planeta UFO, Argentina (September 3, 2005): A security worker at La Pampa airport in Argentina reported seeing a bright light, described as a star with an orange wake, moving at high speed. An airline pilot corroborated seeing a high-flying object.

Bigfoot and Cryptids

Toronto, Ontario, Canada (August 4, 2005): Andrew Bowyer of the University of Bath is developing a 'RepRap' machine, a 3D printer capable of replicating itself, inspired by science fiction 'food replicators.'

The Daily Sentinel, Grand Junction, CO (August 15, 2005): The mystery of a 'tiled floor' discovered in 1937 on Battlement Mesa has been solved. The Western Investigations Team determined it was a natural geological phenomenon, not the work of a prehistoric civilization.

FORTEANA NEWS (August 5, 2005): Researchers from the Bigfoot Field Researchers Organization (BFRO) are planning an expedition to the British Columbia coast to find evidence of Bigfoot. Researcher Matt Moneymaker believes groups of Bigfoot live in the U.S. and Canada. Robert Kennedy of Selma Park claims to have seen the creature near his home.

HERALD, Penticton, B.C., Canada (July 30, 2005): Reports of Ogopogo, a lake creature, have been scarce this year, with the last reported sighting on May 17. A National Geographic special is set to air on August 1.

STANDARD-TIMES, San Angelo, TX (August 14, 2005): Investigators from the Texas Bigfoot Research Center claim to have confirmed seven Bigfoot sightings in West Texas since 1977. The creatures are described as large, hairy, and foul-smelling primates.

SUN, Toronto, Ontario, Canada (May 5, 2005): Bill Borody, founder of the Manitoba Sasquatch Research Centre, believes purported Bigfoot footage sold to a U.S. tabloid is a hoax, citing issues with the object's shape and the lighting conditions.

STAR, Toronto, Ontario, Canada (July 29, 2005): A clump of hair found in Yukon, initially thought to be from Bigfoot, has been identified by DNA testing as bison hair. Wildlife geneticist David Coltman stated that the sample matched known bison sequences.

Mystic Phenomena and Beliefs

Clarin.com, Buenos Aires, Argentina (August 3, 2005): The article discusses mystic phenomena involving Marian apparitions and messages in Salta and Mendoza, Argentina, where individuals claim to receive divine intercession. The Church expresses caution regarding these events.

www.lasnoticias.net.ar, Argentina (August 5, 2005): The discovery of two cows found dead under unclear circumstances in Viedma reignited the mystery of mutilated cattle, with hypotheses ranging from natural causes to alien experimentation. A police veterinary specialist suggested the wounds were from carrion animals.

www.rionegro.com.ar, Argentina (August 6, 2005): Three cows were found dead in Viedma with similar mutilations, including the removal of eyes, ears, and tongue, with no signs of bleeding or predator activity.

TIMES, New York, NY (July 13, 2005): An article about building in Iceland discusses the cultural belief in elves and the need to clear construction projects with them. It highlights how the town of Hafnarfjordur accommodates elf habitats, even diverting roads. The article also touches on the sensitivity of the 'Elf Question' and the potential for it to be a Nordic cliché.

Other Articles

ARKANSAS DEMOCRAT-GAZETTE (September 4, 2005): Staff columnist Mike Masterson discusses the legacy of Cleve Backster, an expert in polygraph testing, and his experiments demonstrating that plants and living tissues can react to human intentions and thoughts, a phenomenon he termed 'primary perception.'

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this collection of articles revolve around unexplained phenomena, including UFOs, alien encounters, cryptids like Bigfoot, and supernatural or mystical beliefs. The editorial stance, as reflected in the selection of articles, appears to be one of exploring these mysteries and presenting witness accounts and investigative findings, while also acknowledging skepticism and scientific explanations where available. The articles encourage readers to consider possibilities beyond conventional understanding and to report their own experiences.