UFO Newsclipping Service - 2007 06 - no 455

Magazine Overview

This issue of the UFO Newsclipping Service, dated June 2007 (Number 455), is published by Lucius Farish and focuses on a "mystery wrapped in a strange black rock." The cover highlights several intriguing UFO-related cases, spanning from the summer of 1947 to more recent events.

The Strange Summer of 1947

The issue delves into the events of 1947, beginning with Harold Dahl's account on June 21 of seeing six doughnut-shaped aircraft, one of which dropped what he believed to be 20 tons of metal and molten rock. This debris allegedly injured his son and damaged his boat. Three days later, on June 24, U.S. Forest Service employee Kenneth Arnold reported seeing nine similar flying saucers. The government officially dismissed these accounts as "poppycock."

Damaging Debris and UFO Debrief

Harold Dahl's story is detailed further, describing the metallic, doughnut-shaped aircraft and the mysterious substance spewed from one. He reported being threatened by a man in a black suit who warned him not to speak of the incident. The article also mentions a meeting in 1947 involving Arnold, United Airlines pilot Capt. E.J. Smith, Air Force Lt. Frank M. Brown, and Capt. William L. Davidson, who were allegedly given six pieces of "metal or lava" from the incident.

The B-25 Crash

On August 1, 1947, a B-25 airplane, reportedly carrying classified debris, crashed near Kelso, Washington. The crash occurred in the early morning hours, with Longview police observing the plane circle over the town before it went down. Two crew members, Capt. William L. Davidson and Lt. Frank M. Brown, died in the crash, while two others parachuted to safety. The article notes that the plane was supposedly transporting "top secret material" and that a headline in the Kelsonian-Tribune described the pilots as "flying disk investigators."

The Black Chunk of Rock

James Greear, a Kelso resident, investigated the crash site and, with the help of others and curators from the Seattle Museum of the Mysteries, found fragments of metal and a "black chunk of rock" that looks like solidified lava. Philip Lipson and Charlette LeFevre of the museum believe this rock may be related to the UFO incident. Bill Beaty, a research engineer, plans to analyze the chunk. The museum has opened an exhibit on the crash.

Historical Context and Denials

The article mentions that the Army and Air Force have repeatedly denied that UFO fragments were on the B-25 flight, with an FBI document from August 1947 stating the story was a hoax. However, these denials only fuel the curiosity of researchers like Lipson and LeFevre.

Local UFO Sighting Activates Alien Daze

A separate article from the News-Register (April 5, 2007) reports on a local UFO sighting in McMinnville, Oregon, involving a blue, balloon-shaped object. This sighting is linked to the annual UFO Festival, inspired by local folklore and photos of airborne saucer-like objects taken in 1950 by Paul Trent.

UFO mystery now a film

This section discusses a documentary titled "The Moncla Memories," created by Canadian filmmaker David Cherniack. The film focuses on Gord Heath, who believes he has memories of Gene Moncla, the pilot of an F-89 Scorpion jet that disappeared over Lake Superior in 1953 while tracking an unidentified craft. Heath underwent a DNA test to see if he was genetically related to Moncla, but the results were inconclusive.

Discussing his (space) craft

This article features nuclear physicist and UFO-ologist Stanton T. Friedman speaking to a sold-out crowd at the Reading Public Museum. Friedman suggests that aliens have "quarantined" Earth, preventing interstellar travel until humanity learns to get along. He also discusses his theories on the Roswell incident, believing that advanced technologies like nuclear power, rockets, and radar were being tested in the Southwest, making it a logical place for an alien craft to crash.

The truth is out there, somewhere, about aliens

This column by Emily Stevens explores various aspects of the alien belief system, referencing Erich von Daniken's theories and the Center for the Study of Extraterrestrial Intelligence's claims of evidence. It touches on public opinion polls showing a significant belief in UFOs and government cover-ups. The column also includes an anecdote about a camping trip where four hours seemed to disappear.

Geneseo crop circle genuine event

This article reports on a crop circle discovered in Geneseo, Illinois, in August 2006. Nancy Talbott, head of the BLT Research Team, states that the circles, about 50 feet in diameter, were not mechanically produced and suggest "something unknown was at work." The article also mentions anecdotal evidence associated with crop circles, such as animal behavior and electrical equipment malfunctions.

Researcher investigating Helena UFO encounters

Warren Aston, described as one of the world's foremost UFO researchers, is investigating alleged UFO encounters in the Helena, Montana, area. He is looking into the case of Udo Wartena, who claimed to have boarded a UFO in 1948, and Leo Dworshak, who also claimed a UFO encounter in North Dakota in 1932. Aston believes these stories are among the most credible he has encountered.

UFOs make Yuma man's life a pit stop

This piece profiles Big Tim Cullen of Yuma, Colorado, who claims he saw a UFO in 1978 and later discovered a metal chip in his wrist, which he believes was implanted by aliens. He underwent a procedure to have it removed. The article also briefly mentions former Arizona Governor Fife Symington's admission of seeing a UFO.

Sightings: UFO report targets Milford incident

This article discusses a 30-year-old report about alleged UFO sightings in Milford, Texas, investigated by Brian Vike of the Vike Report. A woman named "Kathy" (a pseudonym) described several encounters, including a brightly-lit object appearing behind her car and a triangular craft hovering over her farmhouse.

Veteran talks of the 'Foo Fighters'

Frederic Sargent, a corporal in the 415th Night Fighter Squadron during World War II, shares his experiences and research on "foo fighters" – luminous, unidentified objects seen during the war. He notes that the sightings ceased after the Allies captured German air war records, suggesting a possible link to German technology development.

These guys are out of this world

This column by Larry Potash discusses the 16th UFO Congress in Laughlin, Nevada. Potash expresses skepticism about the evidence for alien visitation, questioning the credibility of some speakers and topics presented at the congress, such as "Exopolitics: How Does One Speak To A Ball of Light?" He suggests that belief in UFOs can function like a religion for some.

Mystery of orange UFOs

This clipping from the Argus (Brighton, England) reports on sightings of strange orange lights over the UK, likened to similar glows seen over Liverpool and Essex. Air-traffic controllers and police received inquiries, and witnesses described the objects as large, bright, and static. A meteor shower was occurring at the same time, but witnesses dismissed the objects as not being meteors or planes.

Festive UFO Mystery

This article from the Citizen (Fenland, England) describes a couple in Wisbech who witnessed a "huge white light whirling in a clockwise rotation" on Christmas Eve. The object made no noise and was described as having dashes of light coming out of it. The woman stated, "I have never believed in UFOs and things like that - but this has really got me thinking."

UFO casually glided its way over my garden

A letter to the editor from Paul Coady in Chatteris, England, responds to the "Festive UFO Mystery" article. Coady shares his own experiences of witnessing unusual sightings in the Fenland skies over five years, including a large UFO gliding over his garden on a sunny afternoon.

Is this the urban spaceman...?

This brief item from Mail (Burton, England) describes a teenager, Scott Thacker, who discovered a silvery white figure resembling a "spaceman" in a photograph he took during a lunar eclipse. The figure was enlarged on a television screen, and the family was shocked by its appearance.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue include historical UFO sightings from the 1940s and 1950s, particularly the 1947 Maury Island incident and the B-25 crash, with ongoing investigations into potential UFO debris. There's a consistent exploration of government cover-ups and the military's role in UFO phenomena, exemplified by the Roswell incident and the denial of UFO fragments. More recent sightings, crop circles, and personal encounters are also featured, highlighting the persistent public fascination with the unknown. The editorial stance, as inferred from the selection of articles and the inclusion of skeptical viewpoints alongside believer accounts, appears to be one of presenting information and encouraging readers to draw their own conclusions, while acknowledging the enduring mystery surrounding UFOs.

This issue of Shropshire Life, dated January 19, 2007, delves into the realm of unexplained phenomena, with a primary focus on UFO sightings and encounters in the Shropshire region. The magazine also broadens its scope to include other anomalous events such as cattle mutilations and the enduring mystery of Bigfoot.

UFO Sightings in Shropshire

The lead article highlights a reported increase in UFO activity in Shropshire over the Christmas and New Year period of 2006-2007. Phil Hoyle, who runs the Shrewsbury-based UFO Investigation and Research Unit, reports sightings of spherical craft with lights and flames over the Stiperstones and Bishop's Castle, and a cylindrical object with flames seen flying at high speed and without sound over Wellington. Hoyle notes that while some descriptions have normal explanations, others, like these, do not. He also mentions that such sightings have been occurring for about 70 years and are particularly associated with Shropshire.

The Shamrock Cafe Incident

The magazine revisits one of Shropshire's most famous UFO incidents: the 'Shamrock Cafe' case from July 1981. Three women, Val Walters, Rose Hawkins, and Vivien Hayward, claimed to have been abducted by aliens after their car slowed down inexplicably near the old A5 turn-off for Uppington. Under hypnotic regression, they recounted seeing strange lights, a craft, and beings who took them aboard for examination. Hoyle states that there have been approximately 50 reports of abductions in Shropshire over the past 20 years, occurring in areas like the A5, Shrewsbury, Wellington, and the Wrekin.

Ministry of Defence and UFOs

Nick Pope, who headed the Ministry of Defence UFO project from 1991 to 1994, is quoted expressing concern that the UK is now vulnerable to alien 'abuse' due to a shift in policy. He states that the MOD now focuses on releasing classified documents in response to Freedom of Information requests, rather than actively investigating sightings. Pope, initially skeptical, changed his mind after reviewing classified files and investigating UFO sightings, including a 'vast, triangular-shaped craft' seen over RAF Cosford and RAF Shawbury in 1993.

Other Anomalous Phenomena

Cattle Mutilations

The report touches upon the disturbing phenomenon of mutilated livestock, particularly on the Shropshire-Wales borders. Farmers have reported cows and sheep found dead with internal organs removed, but without any incisions or blood. Scientific examinations suggest the use of 'molecular scalpels' capable of cutting between cells without bleeding, indicating technology far beyond current capabilities.

UFOs in the UK and Abroad

Beyond Shropshire, the magazine features reports of other UFO sightings. In Archway, London, dozens of mysterious orange lights were observed hovering and moving in formation. In Wisbech, a 'huge white light' seen on Christmas Eve was later identified as a laser light display from a nightclub. The issue also includes translated reports from South America, detailing the tragic death of Joao Prestes in Brazil in 1946, allegedly caused by an unexplained light, and the investigation into his case by ufologists. Further reports cover Chupacabras activity in Chile and a possible UFO photograph taken at Teotihuacan, Mexico.

Bigfoot and Other Mysteries

Bigfoot in California

The magazine includes an article about Mike Rugg, founder of the Bigfoot Discovery Museum in Felton, California. Rugg, who claims to have seen Bigfoot at age 4½, is dedicated to educating people about the creature's existence, presenting both popular claims and scientific evidence. He believes that Bigfoot is an elusive animal that is intelligent enough to avoid capture and that 'tens of thousands of people have experienced these creatures on every continent'. The article also mentions Kathy Strain, an archaeologist who is also a Bigfoot researcher, cataloguing sightings in the Stanislaus National Forest.

Bigfoot Lawsuit

Another report details a legal battle in Rohnert Park, California, involving the Great American Bigfoot Research Organization. The organization is being sued by its former CEO, C. Thomas Biscardi, who claims he is owed $185,000 and seeks the return of his research materials. The organization's founders, Robert Shorey and Carol 'Ruby' Rubin, dispute Biscardi's claims, stating he left the company without fulfilling his obligations.

Mutilated Cattle in New Mexico

A report from Gallup, New Mexico, discusses Robert Allen's 15-year investigation into cattle mutilations. Allen believes these events, which involve precise cuts and no blood, are the work of aliens conducting experiments on animals. The article also references an FBI investigation into cattle mutilations in the late 1970s, which, despite finding no direct evidence of alien involvement, acknowledged the bizarre nature of the incidents.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes throughout this issue are the persistent presence of unexplained phenomena, including UFOs, abductions, and cryptid sightings like Bigfoot, across various geographical locations. There is a clear editorial stance that these phenomena, while often dismissed or explained away by conventional authorities, warrant serious investigation and consideration. The magazine highlights the efforts of independent researchers and organizations dedicated to uncovering the truth behind these mysteries, often contrasting their work with the perceived lack of official engagement or transparency, particularly from government bodies like the Ministry of Defence. The inclusion of translated reports from international sources suggests a global perspective on these topics. The overall tone is one of curiosity, a pursuit of evidence, and a challenge to skepticism, encouraging readers to consider possibilities beyond the mundane.