UFO Pulse Analyzer - No 1 - 1977

Magazine Overview

Title: THE UFO Pulse Analyzer
Issue: 1
Date: April 1977
Publisher: Not specified
Country: Canada
Language: English
Price: $1:00

This inaugural issue of "The UFO Pulse Analyzer" presents itself as a monthly journal dedicated to UFO events in Canada. The cover features a stylized title, the issue details, two inset photographs of alleged UFOs, a diagram, and the prominent tagline "A monthly journal of UFO events in Canada."

Editorial

The editorial, penned by Editor & Publisher H. Tokarz, affiliated with Reptune Research, outlines the journal's purpose: to objectively examine UFO anomalies rather than to prove their existence or foster specific beliefs. Tokarz posits that these phenomena represent unknown energy-driven objects, possibly extraterrestrial or of an unknown terrestrial origin. He acknowledges the difficulty of maintaining objectivity after years of research but commits to focusing on facts, inviting documented evidence from readers. The editorial also highlights the need for UFO education in schools, citing 30 years of civilian and government research that has yielded verified data. Tokarz believes that serious investigation will eventually resolve what he terms the "greatest mystery of the 20th century."

Cover Photo - Hoax or Reality?

This section delves into the analysis of a UFO photograph taken by Paul Knight in St. Catherines, Ontario, on March 24, 1976. Investigator Mal Williams of Niagara Falls provided the original negative for analysis by Project S.U.M., a UFO Study Group. Williams' blow-ups suggested the possibility of two occupants within the disc, which he speculated might be made of "completely polarized glass." Project S.U.M. conducted a lengthy investigation into the witness, Paul Knight, due to the photo's unusual clarity. While some suggested a hoax involving a Volkswagen hubcap, attempts to replicate the scenario proved difficult. The report states that Knight himself could not explain how to duplicate the photograph by normal means. After careful evaluation, PULSE-ANALYZER rated the photo 60% authentic. The accompanying report from Project S.U.M. details the event: two students photographed a metallic object, described as a disc about 30 feet in diameter, emitting a high-pitched noise and hovering about 800 feet away. The entire episode lasted about six seconds. The witnesses wished to remain anonymous for fear of ridicule. Investigators found no emulsion flaws or defects on the negative, suggesting it was not tampered with. The photographic data includes details about the camera (Petry Racer), film (Kodak Tri-X Pan), focus (infinity), shutter speed (1/500th), and f-stop. The analysis notes the object's slightly distorted or "lop-sided" shape and a depression on its right side. A 250X enlargement revealed two structures within the depression, one resembling an "occupant" and the other an "instrument with a box shape and what appears to be an antenna." The article concludes that "experts" have examined the photo and regard it as genuine. However, an "EDITOR'S NOTE" reveals that after six months of study, Project S.U.M. is now uncertain of the photo's authenticity but cannot prove it is a hoax. The witness has stopped discussing the matter, and further investigation is deemed unwarranted. Contact information for Project S.U.M. in St. Catherines, Ontario, is provided.

The Madoc Flap of 1976

This article reports on a significant UFO "flap" that occurred in the Madoc, Ontario area, starting around May 12, 1976. Staff reporter Ron Heiser of the Madoc Review was contacted by a farmer who had discovered something unusual on his property. Investigations revealed that the entire farming area, encompassing Marmora, Tweed, Madoc, and Hearst, had experienced UFO sightings and alleged landings since December 1975. Investigators, including Joe and Gary Muskat, Tom Grey, George Frankum, Larry Fenwick, Gary Dawson, and Ron Heiser, coordinated by Dennis Prophet of Reptune Research, followed up on these events over three months. They uncovered various incidents, including nocturnal lights and low-level sightings, but focused on "physical effects." These included burn rings, growth rings, and nests found at alleged landing sites. A particular anomaly on the Trotter farm baffled scientists and Reptune Research. Included in the physical effects was a woman who required medication for temporary eye damage after watching a brightly lit UFO at close range. The article details the findings on Reginald Trotter's farm in Cooper, Ontario. Trotter discovered three large, "well-defined" holes, approximately 7.5 to 8 inches deep, which were not previously there. The displaced soil clumps, estimated to weigh 1500-2000 pounds, were arranged in a triangular configuration. Three corresponding "forms" of soil and vegetation were found about 20 feet away. The dimensions of the craters were measured (A: 5'x3'x3', B: 10'x8'x8', C: 4'x3'x3'). The intact displaced divots showed no "break-up" of the soil. Mr. Trotter contacted CFB Trenton, leading to an inquiry by the Provincial Police and OPP in Madoc. Initial explanations suggested lightning, but this was refuted by Dr. Frank C. Creed, a high-voltage engineer, and by Trotter's own experience that lightning typically digs furrows and leaves scorch marks. The article notes that none of these characteristics were present. Geologist Dr. John Westgate could offer no explanation for the anomaly. The article includes a diagram of the "Trotter's Field" from June 5, 1976, showing the three cavities (A, B, C) and "Uprooted Turf" dropped 20 feet away, with notes on the soil composition (dried, burnt, shrivelled particles of grass, wood, and mushrooms). The "Radiation Characteristics" section discusses how lightning could produce heating effects but would involve vitrification of topsoil and abnormal radiation, which were absent in Madoc. Further examination revealed scattered grass burnt on one side, dehydrated grass burnt only in spots, roots burnt internally, dandelion with a rubbery texture, and crystalized striation on exposed rock in crater C. The article mentions that Bob Reincke, head of a construction equipment firm, attested that conventional machinery could not have moved the soil pieces intact.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are the objective investigation of UFO phenomena, the analysis of photographic and physical evidence, and the focus on Canadian UFO cases. The editorial stance, as expressed by H. Tokarz, is one of scientific inquiry, emphasizing the collection and examination of facts while acknowledging the complexity and mystery surrounding UFOs. There is a clear call for documented evidence and a rejection of emotionally-rooted biases that have historically discredited the study of UFOs. The journal positions itself as a platform for serious investigators and aims to contribute to resolving what it considers the "greatest mystery of the 20th century."

Title: UFO Pulse-Analyzer
Issue: 12
Date: June 5th, 1976

This issue of UFO Pulse-Analyzer delves into various UFO phenomena, with a significant focus on Canadian sightings and research. It includes detailed diagrams, witness testimonies, and scientific speculation on the nature and propulsion of unidentified flying objects.

Barry Farm, Queensborough: A Detailed Case Study

The cover prominently features a diagram of Barry Farm in Queensborough, Ontario, illustrating the relationship between five distinct rings and over 200 smaller circles. The diagram, dated June 5th, 1976, indicates measurements such as 20-inch diameter for small circles, 22-foot diameter for one ring, and 30-foot diameters for others, with distances of 100 feet between them. Annotations mention 'lush green growth 6" in 30' rings + 20" small circles' and an approximate count of 200 small circles. The text clarifies that the 'position or size' is not exact.

Page 2 elaborates on the Barry Farm site, noting magnetic deviations in the craters and a 'greenish phosphorescent' color found in the soil. It highlights the region's high concentration of basic minerals, including iron, magnetite, gold, uranium, and arsenic. A significant point is the proximity of a main hydro line from the Pickering Nuclear Generating Plant, with proposals to dump nuclear waste in the area, raising concerns about potential contamination. The article discusses 'RADIATION CHARACTERISTICS', suggesting that levitation might be responsible for the displaced soil. It posits that microwave radiation, at power levels of 1.7 megawatts, could raise soil temperatures significantly and cause 'dehydration of plant cells' through thermal heating and resonant absorption of energy in water molecules, leading to brittle vegetation. This effect is compared to freeze-dried material. The text also mentions 'saucer nests' and swirled patterns, often counter-clockwise, in affected areas. It notes that at Trotter's farm, unlike other affected areas, there was evidence that no UFO actually touched down but made a close approach, sucking up sod and dropping it nearby, a case unique in 30 years of investigation.

Related UFO Activity and Multiple Sightings

Page 3 details related UFO activity. Mrs. Pauline Dudgeon of RR#3 experienced eyesight problems after observing an intensely glowing oval-shaped object near her home on December 11, 1975. She described it as a disc with a dome and revolving lights, observed for 20 minutes. Her vision was affected as if she had stared into a welder's arc. Investigators obtained details about four 'beam-like projections' seen on the object's underside. The 200 or more 18" growth circles on Barry Farm are suggested to tie in with this aspect. The article notes that 'Actinic' or ultraviolet radiation affecting the eyes has been reported in UFO cases. It also mentions that no sound was detected during these sightings, and the object departed at 'fantastic speed'. Three weeks later, the Dudgeon family witnessed a similar object hovering in a field.

Under 'MULTIPLE SIGHTINGS', Bill Holmes of RR#3 and his family reported five sightings between June 4 and June 13, 1976. One object descended into a field near their home, leaving large scorched areas in a barley field. Mr. Holmes described the light as shaped like a top, and during its hovering, 'all animal sounds abruptly ceased and the air was still'.

Page 4 continues with 'MORE MULTIPLE SIGHTINGS'. On June 12, 1976, Dennis Craigen observed four lights the size of automobiles. One descended behind trees, another materialized and flew towards his car, then returned to his house. A third light appeared and hovered over his house with another. He and his passenger watched for minutes before heading to the OPP. A fourth light was seen heading south at about 200 feet altitude and 50 m.p.h. The lights were described as spherical, red, and capable of changing direction quickly, descending and rising soundlessly at speeds from 30-60 m.p.h. The article questions if these were 'intelligently-controlled probes' or if Mr. Craigen was of special interest, noting many cases of 'car pursuits' and electromagnetic disturbances. Mr. Craigen's car was not affected.

Follow-Ups and Research Notes

The 'NEXT ISSUE- FOLLOW-UPS' section on page 4 indicates that the 'Madoc Flap' had shifted to the Napanee area, with investigations to be published next month. Staff Reporter Robin Chase of the Belleville Intelligencer was collecting reports. Dr. Stanton Friedman, a nuclear physicist and UFO lecturer, provided information about a UFO landing on a rooftop in Montreal in January of that year, with occupants observed and physical traces left behind. A follow-up on a 1967 occupant case in Caledonia revealed MIB intervention.

Page 5 contains a subscription form for 'UFO Pulse-Analyzer' with a rate of $10.00 for 10 issues, payable to H. Tokarz. It also lists advertising rates ($400 per quarter page) and includes a diagram of celestial coordinates.

Technical Tid-Bits: Propulsion

Pages 6 and 7 discuss 'Technical Tid-Bits' on UFO propulsion. The text posits that sudden UFO disappearances suggest instant acceleration and 'masslessness'. It explores anti-gravity, suggesting that craft produce their own gravitational fields, and discusses inertia, noting that eliminating weight does not eliminate inertia. The theory presented is that UFOs have eliminated weight and inertia by negating the effect of mass. Gravity is described as the balance between a planet's centrifugal force and electrostatic attraction. UFOs allegedly create their own spherical gravitational fields to resonate with a planet's geomagnetic field, achieving weightlessness and propulsion via slight thrust, possibly using electrostatic generators and charges directed to a 3-ball landing gear for rapid turns. The article suggests craft can travel faster than light by tuning to high resonance, appearing to the naked eye because their force field vibrates slower than light. Energy shifts above the visible spectrum and light waves bending around the craft are also mentioned as causes for disappearance, with glowing saucers attributed to particles interacting with the surrounding field.

Advice to Witnesses

Page 7 offers 'ADVICE TO WITNESSES', providing a step-by-step guide for those who encounter a UFO. It advises turning away and looking back, being cautious of high intensity lighting, examining the object carefully to memorize details, seeking additional witnesses, and taking photographs with appropriate settings and film. It suggests using coins to estimate size and noting disappearance details. Witnesses are urged to write down facts immediately, make sketches of the object and location, and contact UFO study groups. The article mentions a Gallup Poll indicating over 5 million Americans believe they have observed UFOs.

Flashes: UFO Sightings

Page 8 presents 'FLASHES' of recent sightings. In Caledonia, Ontario, on January 2, 1977, two parties witnessed a brilliant oval object with red and green flashes moving erratically, described as 'like a ball on a string'. This sighting was confirmed by another witness. The area is noted for a 1967 UFO-occupant sighting at the Domtar Mines. In Toronto, Ontario, on January 22, 1977, numerous calls reported a bright, gyrating object over the city. Investigator Joe Muskat photographed the object near the CN Tower, with air traffic controllers reporting no activity in the vicinity.

The Camera and the UFO

Page 9 provides 'HELPFUL HINTS FOR THE RARE OCCASION' on photographing UFOs. It recommends cameras capable of day and night photography with a range of F-stops and shutter speeds (1 sec. to 1/1000th second) for freezing motion. High ASA-rated film (e.g., Kodak's 2475 Recording film with ASA 1000) is advised for low lighting conditions, with a suggestion to double the ASA setting if using slower film. The article stresses discreet processing of any potential evidence. It also lists several books for sale related to UFOs and unexplained phenomena, including 'EARTHPROBE', 'THE ALIENS', 'THE INTRUDERS', and 'HIDDEN PLANETS'.

Canadian UFO Research: A Tribute to Wilbert B. Smith

Page 10 features an article titled 'CANADIAN UFO RESEARCH tribute to a Pioneer: WILBERT B. SMITH' by Harry Tokarz. It recounts how Canadian officials began investigating UFOs in 1947, following the US government's decision. Reports of identical phenomena, including flying spheres, triangles, cubes, and saucers, were tallied globally. The Canadian Defense Department reportedly constructed a crude 'assembly-line' model based on available photos and reports, though the Avro-Aero failed to nullify the phenomenon. The article notes that UFOs continued to execute 90-degree turns and rapid flight even after turbine propulsion systems were scrapped. Canadian authorities, convinced of an 'existent unexplained phenomenon', secretly ordered investigations by various government agencies, including the Science Council of Canada, the National Research Council, the Ministry of Transport, and the Department of External Affairs. Officially, explanations often involved psychoanalysis, 'temperature inversions', or 'reflective geese', with Venus being a common scapegoat. The government project was ironically dubbed Project 'SECOND STORY'.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

This issue consistently emphasizes the scientific investigation of UFO phenomena, presenting witness accounts alongside technical analysis and theoretical speculation. There's a clear focus on physical evidence, radiation effects, and the potential for advanced propulsion systems, including anti-gravity and the manipulation of mass and inertia. The magazine encourages reader participation by requesting data and subscriptions, indicating a stance that supports open inquiry and the collection of information to further understand UFOs. The recurring theme is the persistent nature of UFO sightings despite official attempts at debunking, suggesting a genuine, unexplained phenomenon.

This issue of UFO Magazine, identified as issue number 19 and focusing on the 1950s, delves into the pioneering work of Wilbert B. Smith, a Canadian scientist who spearheaded significant UFO research.

Wilbert B. Smith and Project Magnet The article introduces Wilbert B. Smith, Superintendent of Radio Regulations Engineering at the Department of Transport in Ottawa. In 1950, Smith initiated the first semi-official Canadian UFO Study, dubbed 'PROJECT MAGNET'. Aware of elusive aerial objects, Smith aimed to obtain documented proof by tracking them, photographing them, and studying their physical effects. He proposed to his employer, the Canadian Government, the establishment of a fully-equipped tracking station to resolve the mystery of UFOs. His proposal was taken seriously due to his solid and responsible background, securing the necessary backing.

Smith's academic credentials include a Bachelor of Science degree and a Master's degree in Electrical Engineering. He joined the Department of Transport in 1939 and rose to Chief of Telecommunications. His accomplishments include coordinating radio and television broadcast agreements between Canada and the United States, overseeing radio regulation matters, monitoring equipment, and supervising broadcast facilities. He was also in charge of Canada's newly established radio relay systems. The Canadian Government held him in high regard as a scientist and diplomat.

Smith's quest for knowledge led him to UFO research, which was met with skepticism from orthodox scientists of his time. He believed that electromagnetic power was linked to UFOs, citing the earth's G-Field and its connection to gravity and electromagnetic fields, as proposed by Einstein's Unified Field Theory.

Smith's Theories on UFO Propulsion and Energy After extensive research, Smith ruled out 'parent' and 'scout' ships being extraterrestrial or Russian, concluding they utilized magnetic fields of force for propulsion. His theories suggested it might be possible to produce a magnetic 'sink' within the earth's own field, a region where magnetic flux would flow under control, potentially releasing energy. He outlined properties of this 'sink' in his papers:

1. Electrical Power: Electrical power could be generated from the collapse of the earth's magnetic field into the sink, potentially addressing energy crises.
2. Reaction Forces: Powerful reaction forces could be developed in a conducting ring surrounding the 'sink', sufficient to support and propel a 'suitably designed ship'.
3. Communications: Modulating the flow of magnetic flux could create magnetic disturbances usable for communications.

Smith realized that if any of these lines of research succeeded, problems related to gravitational acceleration, structural, aerodynamic, and medical issues would be resolved, as would the need for massive volumes of combustible fuels to escape Earth's gravitational field.

Following Smith's theories, no less than 46 North American corporations began research into controlling gravitational forces. Officially, however, UFOs were stated to not exist.

Project Magnet's Operations and Key Events Wilbert Smith received full approval for his project in December 1950. Project Magnet was divided into two research programs:

1. Data Collection: Gathering high-quality data on UFOs, analyzing it, and drawing conclusions.
2. Technology Development: Determining if UFOs could provide the key to new, advanced technology based on an unknown energy system.

For years, meticulous studies were conducted to find patterns and vital 'keys'. A monumental event occurred on August 8, 1954, at 3:01 p.m., when sensitive tracking equipment in an isolated shack near Ottawa registered an intruder. An unidentified aerial object flew within feet of Smith's station, sending the equipment into a frenzy. Smith described this event in his memoirs:

"August 8th started out as a rather typical day at Project Magnet. Since the project had started it was hoped that the instruments on hand would sooner or later pick up a UFO and track and analyze its movements. For months, I and my like-minded associates had watched the sensitive gravimeter in vain... But on August 8th at 3:01 p.m. the gravimeter began acting strangely... Without further warning the gravimeter went wild. All evidence indicated that a real UFO had flown within feet of the station. Alarm systems connected to the instrument panel began to ring, alerting us to the UFO. After watching the instruments for a few seconds we ran outside to see what was causing the odd reaction. Unfortunately, our area was completely fogged in and whatever was up there could not be seen visibly."

Although no visual observation or photographic evidence was obtained, Smith had graph charts proving that something 'not of this world' had passed overhead. It is noted that Project Magnet was officially abolished shortly after this episode. Smith later fought to get the government to approve and release his findings, but they refused. He blamed the abolishment partly on the press, whom he viewed as seeking 'spectacular copy'.

Smith's Early Findings and Conclusions Some of Smith's early findings, based on rigid statistical analyses of sighting reports, were released to the public. These included:

1. Thousands of honest people have seen objects in the earth's atmosphere behaving unlike any normally seen objects.
2. Descriptions of these objects, even when circumstances precluded collusion, compared well with each other and other data sources.
3. There is a 91% probability that the sightings are of unknown origin.
4. There is about a 60% probability that they are ALIEN vehicles.

Furthermore, Smith noted that the appearance of UFOs in Canadian skies indicated that many accepted beliefs involving science and religion were in error, suggesting that fundamental concepts were inherently ambiguous. These findings are consistent with independent studies by civilian groups.

Continued Research and Secrecy Despite the scrapping of Project Magnet and negative publicity, Smith continued his research. He utilized his contacts within the D.O.T. and conducted his studies 'underground', using government facilities in non-working hours. The Department of Defence also developed a crude assembly-line prototype of a flying saucer around the same time, which officials noted resembled drawings and photographs of UFOs seen in magazines and journals.

Much secrecy surrounded this development, and it was eventually scrapped, possibly because it failed to meet new technological requirements, especially during a period of significant UFO 'waves' in Canada. The military circles considered the existence of UFOs dubious.

The Ottawa New Sciences Club and Contactees Until his death from cancer in 1962, Wilbert Smith presided over a loosely-knit group of scientists, researchers, and philosophers, predating Dr. Jacques Vallee's 'Invisible College' concept. The Ottawa New Sciences Club, dedicated to expanding cosmic understanding, paved the way for discoveries. At a time when alleged landings and contact cases were dismissed and sincere witnesses were discredited, Smith began to focus on 'contactees' as a way to understand the UFO enigma.

This selective study involved a small group of people whose claims were found to be genuine. Polygraph tests and regression hypnosis supported their validity. In 1959, Smith was involved in an experiment purportedly involving high-ranking members of the Central Intelligence Agency and the Office of Naval Intelligence. This information, classified until 1974, was later released under the U.S. Freedom of Information Act.

The experiment investigated a woman in upper Maine who claimed direct contact with extraterrestrials. On Smith's recommendation, a meeting was arranged with Major Robert Friend of Project Blue Book. During this meeting at the Pentagon, the woman reportedly 'summoned up' an unidentified flying disc, which appeared through the window of the committee room. Official documents from July 9, 1959, state that she demonstrated telepathic communication with the UFO and even 'arranged' for several Intelligence Officers to achieve the same. Smith cautioned against drawing hasty conclusions from this unique experiment, emphasizing the need for more research into UFO occupants and psychic contact.

The Ottawa New Sciences Club continued its UFO investigation, eventually printing its findings and photographs privately after the government refused to acknowledge this branch of science officially. Their work inspired many scientifically-inclined individuals who might otherwise have been deterred by ridicule.

Smith's Legacy and Inventions The Club's publication was titled 'TOPSIDE', a reference to Smith's allusion to 'the boys from topside' when questioned by the press about his sources. Before his death, Smith held patents for over 30 unique inventions. Due to the absence of a Freedom of Information Act in Canada, his patent abstracts are not publicly available.

One of his most prided inventions was the 'BINDING METER', a device intended to eliminate air crashes in the proximity of UFOs. Smith claimed the plans for this device came from UFO 'Intelligences' themselves. This revelation, coupled with his investigation of alleged 'contactees', lent credibility to his work.

In 1958, Smith was publicly quoted stating: "I began for the first time in my life to realize the basic oneness of the universe---science, philosophy and all that is in it. Substance and energy are all facets of the same jewel, and before any one facet can be appreciated, the form of the jewel itself must be perceived."

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance The issue highlights the persistent controversy surrounding UFOs, the lack of official acknowledgment, and the challenges faced by researchers like Wilbert B. Smith. It suggests that despite official denials, evidence points towards unknown phenomena, potentially of extraterrestrial origin. The editorial stance appears to support Smith's research and the idea that UFOs represent a significant, yet suppressed, area of scientific inquiry. The article implicitly criticizes the press and government for their roles in obscuring the truth about UFOs.