UFO Reporter - Vol 1 No 4

Magazine Overview

Title: UFO Reporter
Issue: Volume 1, Number 4
Date: December 1992
Publisher: UFO Research (New South Wales)
Country: Australia
Type: Quarterly Publication of UFO Research

This issue of UFO Reporter, dated December 1992, is the fourth in its first volume and focuses heavily on the topic of UFO abductions, as well as a significant vehicle interference case. The cover prominently features artwork of grey aliens and highlights articles on 'Abductions — Budd Hopkins', the 'Walcha vehicle interference case', and 'Holograms and UFOs'.

Editorial: Sex, aliens and videotape

Written by Bryan Dickeson, the editorial addresses the growing need for a UFO abductee support group in Australia, particularly following Budd Hopkins' speaking tour in October 1992. Dickeson notes that the abductee phenomenon has become a major issue for UFO investigators, offering opportunities for research into personal experiences and emotions. However, he stresses the importance of trust, an ethical approach, and confidentiality when dealing with abductees, whose experiences can be profoundly disturbing, comparable to rape victims. The editorial highlights the sensationalist media portrayal of abductions as a mix of sex and the bizarre, which causes many abductees to fear public disclosure. It also recounts an incident at a UFOR(NSW) meeting where an individual was observed attempting to film the proceedings with a video camera, despite filming being forbidden at the request of abductees. This individual, accompanied by a young woman, left the scene when challenged.

Dickeson discusses the conservative estimate that about 2% of the US population (5 million people) have had some form of abduction experience, suggesting a potential 120,000 abductees in New South Wales alone. He notes that a local doctor/hypnotherapist believes 95% of his abductee clients did not experience 'alien' abductions, but acknowledges that anecdotal information from Australia suggests a similar 'quality' and 'richness of detail' to US cases. The editorial emphasizes the priority of providing discrete, confidential support for abductees experiencing emotional stress, offering them recognition, concern, and the possibility of rehabilitation through contact with other abductees, with research to follow later.

Features

A possible vehicle interference case near Walcha?

This detailed report by Moira McGhee and Bryan Dickeson investigates an incident that occurred on the evening of September 22, 1988. Mr. F was driving his Chrysler Sigma GE car on the Oxley Highway near Walcha, New South Wales, when it suddenly lost power, dropping from 100-105 km/h to about 60 km/h. This power loss persisted for about ten minutes until the lights of Walcha town came into view. Simultaneously, the air temperature inside the car dropped significantly, described as feeling like a 'cool-room', despite the car's heaters being only slightly on and the windows closed. The engine temperature gauge also dropped from its normal position to zero. Mr. F noticed a bright, reddish-orange light in the sky, which he believed was closer than the local TV tower and at a lower altitude.

Approximately ten minutes later, as the car approached Walcha, the engine power returned, the temperature gauge normalized, and the interior temperature warmed up. Mr. F, his son, and his son's friend reported feeling more tired than usual for about a week after the event, but experienced no enduring side effects. The report includes detailed astronomical considerations for the date and time, noting the positions of planets and prominent stars, and concludes that none were near the object's position. It also describes the local terrain, altitude, and weather conditions. The report lists four possible causes for the engine power loss according to the car manual (wear and tear of distributor contacts, failure of vacuum advance unit, malfunction of vacuum advance unit, failure of electronic ignition system) and discusses the unusual effects of loss of power and internal cooling, suggesting that conventional heat transfer methods are unlikely explanations. The temporary malfunction of the engine thermometer is also explored, with the possibility of electromagnetic fields affecting the semiconductor components.

UFO Expo 1992 — Reports (Part I)

This section presents reports from the Sydney UFO Expo held on October 17-18, 1992.

• How to recognise signs of UFO abductions — Hopkins: This article likely details Budd Hopkins' insights into identifying potential abduction experiences.
• How ETs seem to think — Jenkins: This article, authored by Jenkins, explores the cognitive processes or perceived thought patterns of extraterrestrial beings.
• A history of the abduction phenomenon — Hopkins: Another contribution from Budd Hopkins, this piece likely traces the historical development and understanding of UFO abductions.
• Holograms and UFOs — Decker: Authored by Decker, this article investigates the connection or potential role of holograms in relation to UFO phenomena.

Also

• Editorial - Sex, aliens and videotape: (As detailed above)
• Letter to the Editors: This section contains correspondence from readers.
• Motunau UFO (NZ — October 1979): A brief mention of a UFO case from Motunau, New Zealand, in October 1979.

Letter to the Editors: Power Grids and Abductions

Lorne Goldfader of UFORIC (Vancouver, Canada) contributes a letter theorizing a connection between power grids and abductions. He notes that in abduction cases involving families with young children or pregnant mothers, high-voltage power lines are often found nearby. Goldfader suggests that the controllers of the abduction phenomenon might be conducting a survey of genetic damage in infants living near these grids, possibly to correct the harm. He is collecting cases from UFO researchers worldwide to investigate this connection and provides contact information for those who wish to share similar correlative information. The letter also mentions that abduction investigations in Australia are not yet well-developed and that this type of power grid data may be difficult to obtain.

The magazine also includes a 'Please note' section regarding subscription issues and address changes, and a renewal notice for 'UFO Reporter' subscriptions for 1993, with rates for Full Member, Household Member, Concession, and Overseas members.

Corrections

Corrections are noted for two addresses provided in the previous issue for UFO organizations: INUFOR (Independent Network of UFO Researchers) and UPERS (Unexplained Phenomena Research Society).

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are UFO abductions, vehicle interference, and the potential scientific or environmental factors related to these phenomena. The editorial stance, as articulated by Bryan Dickeson, is one of empathy and support for abductees, emphasizing the need for confidentiality and a sensitive approach. There is a clear call for the establishment of support structures for those affected by abduction experiences, prioritizing their emotional well-being over immediate research. The magazine also exhibits a willingness to explore unconventional theories, such as the link between power grids and abductions, and to investigate unusual physical events like the Walcha case, seeking explanations that may extend beyond conventional science.

This issue of UFO Reporter, dated December 1992, focuses on the complex and often unsettling phenomenon of UFO abductions and vehicle interference. The main cover story, "How to recognise signs of UFO abductions," is authored by Budd Hopkins, a noted UFO abduction researcher and author. The magazine also features articles on vehicle interference, exploring potential electromagnetic causes and citing several reported incidents.

UFO Abductions: Symptoms and Experiences

Budd Hopkins, author of "Missing Time" and "Intruders," shares insights into identifying UFO abduction experiences. He emphasizes that while symptoms can have other explanations, a pattern of certain experiences may indicate an abduction. He outlines five key symptoms:

Missing-Time Experiences

This is a common symptom where individuals lose track of time, sometimes finding themselves in a different location or state without any memory of the transition. Examples include a couple finding themselves in a field at night after driving, or a bakery worker losing several hours. The article notes that these incidents can be subtle, such as waking up in bed after a bathroom visit with no recollection of the interim.

Physical Manifestations

Unusual scars on the body that appear without explanation are highlighted as significant. These can range from 'scoop marks,' which resemble small indentations where a layer of cells may have been removed (potentially for biopsy), to straight-line cuts that appear surgical. The article describes cases of these marks appearing on legs, backs, and even toes, with no apparent cause or pain.

Emotional Over-Reaction

An intense and seemingly inappropriate emotional response to certain stimuli can also be a symptom. This might manifest as extreme distress or panic when encountering something that triggers a subconscious memory of an abduction experience, even if the conscious mind cannot recall the event.

Memory of Flying Through the Air

Some individuals report a distinct memory of flying through the air, often with a clear view of the landscape below, which is more than a typical dream. This experience is often described as an 'out-of-the-house' experience rather than a true out-of-body experience.

Unusual Fears and Phobias

Specific fears or phobias, particularly those that seem illogical or have no clear origin, can be linked to abduction experiences. The article suggests that by asking precise questions, these fears can often lead back to buried memories of abduction events.

The Roper Survey

The magazine references a large-scale survey conducted by the Roper organization in the United States. This poll, which concealed questions about abduction symptoms within a broader context, revealed significant percentages of the population reporting experiences consistent with abduction symptoms. Notably, 13% reported missing time, 18% experienced paralysis with a sense of a figure, and 10% recalled flying through the air. Based on a conservative criterion of experiencing at least four out of five key symptoms, the survey estimated that approximately 2% of the American population might be abductees, translating to about 5 million people.

Other Symptoms

Additional symptoms discussed include a powerful dread of certain places or situations, and the peculiar phenomenon of clothing being found in odd places or disappearing, sometimes attributed to 'Murphy's Law' and alien mistakes.

Vehicle Interference

The issue also explores the connection between UFOs and vehicle interference. It discusses how electromagnetic effects, particularly from high-intensity, high-frequency oscillating magnetic fields, could potentially affect vehicle electronic ignition systems, causing temporary mis-timing. The article notes that while heating effects are common, cooling effects are rare and usually confined to laboratory applications.

Magnetocaloric Effects and Cooling

A specific phenomenon discussed is magnetocaloric effects, which involve heat removal by a magnetic field. Adiabatic demagnetization, used in laboratories to supercool helium, is mentioned as a theoretical possibility. The article posits that if atmospheric oxygen molecules, which are paramagnetic, were influenced by an extremely strong magnetic field, a magnetocaloric cooling effect might occur within a car. However, it acknowledges that the actual mechanisms and conditions for this to happen inside a car are unclear and would require extremely high magnetic field values and frequencies.

Reported Cases

Six instances of vehicle cooling were found among 500 reported vehicle interference cases. These include incidents in Corsica, England, Illinois (USA), Tasmania (Australia), Canada, and the Canary Islands (Spain). The article also mentions unusual mist associated with an object in the New England area of Australia, which seemed to be linked to vehicle interference.

Limitations and Further Research

The authors express difficulty in finding suitable electromagnetic 'models' to explain all observed effects in vehicle interference cases. They note that while electronic ignition systems could be affected by magnetic fields, recreating these effects under controlled conditions is challenging. The rapid cooling of air inside cars is described as extremely unusual, with only a small percentage of reported cases involving this phenomenon. The article suggests that the preference for 'electromagnetic effects' as an explanation for UFO-related phenomena might need to be reviewed, as scientific evidence for some proposed mechanisms on a large scale is lacking.

UFO Expo 1992

The magazine reports on the UFO Expo held in Sydney on October 17-18, 1992. The event featured talks by visiting UFO investigators, including Rosemary Decker (USA), Palden Jenkins (UK), and Budd Hopkins (USA), and displays by local UFO groups. Approximately 250 people attended the talks. The report highlights Budd Hopkins' material as particularly detailed and insightful regarding UFO abduction investigations. A second part of this report is promised for the next issue.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

This issue strongly emphasizes the reality and prevalence of UFO abduction phenomena, presenting detailed symptomology and survey data to support its claims. The editorial stance appears to be one of serious investigation into these experiences, encouraging readers to recognize potential signs and consider the possibility of abduction. The article on vehicle interference, while exploring scientific possibilities, also expresses a degree of skepticism about the ease with which electromagnetic explanations are applied, suggesting a need for a broader perspective. The overall tone is informative and aims to educate the public about these often-misunderstood phenomena.

Title: UFO Expo 1992
Issue: December 1992
Publisher: UFO Reporter (NSW)
Content Focus: This issue of the UFO Reporter magazine focuses on the 'UFO Expo 1992', featuring talks and discussions on various aspects of UFOlogy, including alien psychology, abduction phenomena, and specific UFO sightings.

Talks and Presentations

How ETs seem to think by Palden Jenkins

Palden Jenkins, an author from Glastonbury, England, presents a different perspective on aliens, suggesting that much is known about them. He states that there are as many different kinds of extraterrestrials (ETs) as there are species on Earth. Jenkins discusses the 'Council of Nine', an alien organization that reportedly announced its existence in the 1950s. Earth is considered a 'planet of choice' by these aliens due to its density. He differentiates between visible aliens, like 'greys' or 'Reticulans', who are local to the galaxy and may have dubious or harmful interests, and the non-visible Council of Nine, whose interests lie in cosmic matters such as nuclear radiation, radio radiation, and human thinking patterns. Jenkins mentions that twenty-four ET planets and civilizations are engaged in dialogue with terrestrials through a human spokesperson named 'Tom'. These dialogues cover philosophical, cosmological, and scientific topics, including the Big Bang, superconductivity, and metaphysics. The Council of Nine spans multiple dimensions, with some civilizations using 'worker' civilizations as intermediaries. Their concern for Earth stems from the fact that Earth's destruction, for example by nuclear war, would affect the rest of the universe, though humankind is ultimately responsible for its own fate.

A history of the abduction phenomenon by Budd Hopkins

Budd Hopkins, an investigator of UFO abductions, shares his philosophy on UFO studies, expressing skepticism towards information from both aliens and federal governments, citing their inherent agendas and tendencies towards deception. He believes aliens aim to manipulate and control humans with minimal opposition, and that governments actively cover up UFO phenomena. Hopkins highlights the severe psychological damage, including trauma, confusion, and even suicide, experienced by millions of abductees, and criticizes the government's stance that these experiences are not real, which leads to ridicule and further harm to victims. He advocates for a ground-up approach to force change. Hopkins recounts his personal involvement, starting in 1964 with a sighting of a lens-shaped object. His first formal investigation in 1975 involved a case in New Jersey where small figures emerged from a landed UFO. He emphasizes the importance of focusing on personal experiences and avoiding pre-conceived frameworks, whether aliens are seen as saviors or threats.

Children's Experiences and Drawings

The magazine features several accounts of children's experiences and drawings related to UFO encounters. These include:

• Bruises and Marks: Examples of bruises and handprints on women, attributed to forceful alien manipulation, and a large oval mark on a woman's shoulders, possibly from a clamping device.
• Flashbacks and Familiarity: People recognizing alien imagery from book covers, such as 'Communion', suggesting a possible indication of abduction.
• Children's Drawings:
• A little girl who drew faces with large dark eyes and pin-like marks after seeing a book cover that resembled her abductors.
• A boy who remembered drawing big eyes and a mouth, omitting the nose, and experiencing eye problems after an alien reportedly put a needle into his eye socket.
• A boy who drew a scene of being lifted by a beam of light into a 'thing' with green and yellow lights, expressing fear that his parents didn't love him because they weren't 'moving' or 'looking' at him during the experience.
• A boy who drew three 'little doctors' shining lights on his newborn brother, indicating a past visitation.
• A boy who drew a triangular object with lines going up to it, which he identified as a spaceship, and described an encounter where Sister Theresa was taken into a room and her clothes removed.
• A boy who drew an alien with hair streaming out into space, teeth, and eyes, described as violent and scary.
• A boy who drew his sister as small and sweet with a little smile and nose, contrasting with the scary alien drawing.
• A 5-7 year-old girl who drew a wig stand with big black eyes, which her younger sister found terrifying.
• Sleepwalking: Cases of sleepwalking are discussed, where children are found miles from home in unusual conditions, suggesting a possible link to UFO experiences.
• Image Recognition Kit: Budd Hopkins uses an image recognition kit with children, showing them various drawings (including aliens, Batman, and Father Christmas) to gauge their reactions and body language, often finding that children identify alien pictures as 'the man that comes into their room'.

The Motunau UFO Sighting

This section details an unusual UFO photograph taken on 27 October 1979, out at sea from the Motunau River in New Zealand. The photograph, taken by Mr and Mrs N, initially went unnoticed. It was later examined with a slide projector and revealed a formation of dazzling blue-white lights. The object appeared to have eight lights on top, six underneath, and possibly five more in between. The lights were blue-white, with two lower left lights having a cream tinge. A purplish hazy spot was observed on the extreme right. The investigators, experienced photographers, confirmed the slide's authenticity, showing a UFO beneath existing clouds with the sun rising. The object was estimated to be about 1 degree across, approximately 70 degrees east of north. Technical details and a copy of the slide were sent to the US Centre for UFO Studies.

Questions and Answers

The magazine includes a Q&A section addressing several key topics:

• Children's Memory: The reason children remember abduction experiences more consciously than adults is speculated to be related to conditioning or brainwashing processes that cause adults to forget.
• Sleepwalking: While some sleepwalking is normal, certain cases involving children found far from home in extreme conditions are presented as potentially linked to UFO phenomena.
• Virgin Births and Abductions: The connection between abduction reports and virgin births or the Virgin Mary is considered a matter of personal speculation rather than established fact.
• Physical Marks: The comparison of abduction marks (scoop marks, scars) with hysterical phenomena is discussed, with the conclusion that each case needs individual examination.
• Alien Face Imagery: The widespread use of disturbing alien face imagery on merchandise is questioned, considering the distress it causes abductees.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are the nature of extraterrestrial intelligence, the reality and impact of human abductions, the role of government in concealing information, and the interpretation of evidence through witness accounts and physical traces. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry into UFO phenomena, acknowledging the distress and confusion experienced by abductees, and questioning official narratives. There is a strong emphasis on the importance of personal testimony and the need for serious investigation into these extraordinary claims, while also cautioning against accepting information uncritically from either alien sources or governments.

This issue of UFO Reporter, dated December 1992, focuses on the theme of "Vehicle Interference" and explores various aspects of UFO phenomena, including abductions, physical evidence, and the intriguing concept of "holographic phenomena." The magazine presents a collection of cases and investigations, aiming to provide a comprehensive overview of the subject.

Abduction Cases and Hypnotic Regression

The issue begins by discussing the widespread nature of UFO sightings and the growing number of people reporting experiences. It highlights a 1976 case where witnesses described small figures marching towards them, followed by a significant period of missing time, indicating a gap of two and a half hours.

The Betty and Barney Hill case from 1961 is revisited as a pivotal moment in uncovering the abduction phenomenon. The Hills, an interracial couple, were abducted while driving and their accounts, recalled separately under hypnosis, were remarkably identical, despite the hypnotist being a skeptic. This case is credited with putting the subject on the map.

Following the Hill case, there was a seven-year period before the next major abduction case, the Pascagoula incident in 1973, involving two fishermen, Hickson and Parker. Parker's conscious memory of the event led to police involvement, and he suffered subsequent mental health issues, while Hickson's life was also altered.

The Travis Walton case in 1975, along with others like the Moody case, brought more attention to abductions, leading investigators to realize the phenomenon might be more common than previously thought. The article notes the initial reluctance to accept the idea of alien 'occupants,' with David Jacobs humorously stating it took 20 years to accept that UFOs had an 'inside.'

Reproductive Aspects and Hybridization

The issue delves into the reproductive aspects of abductions, noting that both the Betty and Barney Hill case and the Vilas Boas case from South America involved the taking of sperm or ovum samples. This suggests a reproductive element to the phenomenon from its early stages.

As more cases emerged, the idea that abductions might be common became apparent. A case is described of a man who had no missing time but experienced a dread of a certain highway stretch, which under hypnotic regression revealed a UFO abduction. This led to the question of how many others might have been abducted with little conscious memory.

Scars were also identified as a common occurrence after abductions, indicating that aliens sometimes left physical marks. The concept of 'screen memories' is introduced, where seemingly innocuous memories, like talking to a deer, were revealed under hypnosis to be masks for alien encounters.

The possibility of multiple abductions is explored, challenging the previous practice of dismissing reports from individuals who claimed multiple experiences. It's now understood that having one experience likely means having had more.

The Nature of the Phenomenon and Alien Motives

The article discusses the 'ductive focus' of the phenomenon, leading to uncomfortable questions about what was being done to abductees, particularly concerning their genitals. This aspect made both abductees and investigators uncomfortable, highlighting a tendency towards denial.

Disappearing pregnancies and anomalies related to reproduction are frequently reported, suggesting aliens are involved in creating a hybrid mix of humans and themselves. The aliens appear fascinated by human care for children and instinctive behaviors like love, which seem absent in their own culture. Cases are cited where women who had been artificially inseminated were re-abducted, and the developing fetus was removed.

Speculation about the aliens' motives includes the idea that they may need a more primitive form of life or energy, or something they have evolved past. The article avoids defining the aliens as extraterrestrial, interdimensional, or time travelers, suggesting their nature is distinct and not easily categorized.

UFO Drawings and Physical Evidence

The issue features descriptions of UFO drawings, including Kathie Davis's drawing of a craft with four jointed legs and lights, which bore similarities to a case from South Africa. Another case describes a four-inch straight-line cut on a woman's calf, which did not bleed but was painful.

Physical evidence from landing sites is also discussed, such as the Kathie Davis case where a straight-line swab of grass died, leaving the soil as hard as rock and sterile. Attempts to replicate this hardening effect in a lab were unsuccessful.

Holograms and UFOs

A significant portion of the magazine is dedicated to the concept of "Holograms and UFOs," with Rosemary Decker, historian for MUFON, exploring historical and scientific connections. The article explains the principles of holographic projection using laser light and interference patterns.

It suggests that more complex holographic phenomena have been observed for a long time. Examples include the Shrine of Nock in Ireland in 1887, where statues appeared to be suspended, and similar nighttime apparitions reported near a tomb in Cairo, Egypt, which were photographed and viewed by thousands.

Biblical accounts, such as the hand writing on the wall at the Feast of Balthazar, are also presented as potential early examples of 'hologram' phenomena. The Fyffe, Alabama UFO case is mentioned, where residents reported aerial craft and interactions, including CE5 events.

William Shatner's account of a strange experience while motorcycling in the desert, involving a disappearing service station and a strange craft, is also presented as a possible holographic-type event.

Ball lightning effects are discussed, with a story of a man who experienced a ball of lightning in his body and saw three robed figures. These accounts suggest that some spiritual phenomena might be holographic in nature and controllable.

Skeptical Solutions and Psychological Aspects

The article addresses skeptical viewpoints, noting how some critics attempt to discredit UFO witnesses by attacking their character. An example is given of a skeptic who dismissed the Kathie Davis case by claiming a bird feeder caused the grass anomaly, despite the feeder being far from the affected area.

Finally, the issue touches upon psychological characteristics common to abductees, including low self-esteem, confused personality and sexuality, and mistrust of others. It raises the question of whether these traits precede or follow abduction events.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue revolve around the reality and prevalence of UFO abductions, the physical and psychological evidence associated with them, and the potential for advanced or non-human intelligence to interact with humanity in profound ways. The magazine adopts an investigative and open-minded stance, presenting various cases and theories while also acknowledging skeptical perspectives and the psychological impact on witnesses. The exploration of 'holographic phenomena' suggests a broader interpretation of UFO encounters, linking them to visual illusions, advanced technology, and possibly even spiritual or consciousness-based events. The editorial stance appears to be one of serious inquiry into these complex and often unsettling phenomena.