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This document is the October 2012 issue of the UFORCOP Newsletter, focusing on UFO, abduction, and paranormal research. It is published by UFORCOP and directed by Butch Witkowski. The newsletter covers various aspects of paranormal investigation, including reporting procedures,…
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This document is the October 2012 issue of the UFORCOP Newsletter, focusing on UFO, abduction, and paranormal research. It is published by UFORCOP and directed by Butch Witkowski. The newsletter covers various aspects of paranormal investigation, including reporting procedures, research areas, and resources for researchers.
UFORCOP Operations and Reporting
The newsletter begins by welcoming readers to the monthly newsletter and explains how to file a report or obtain information through their 'Contact Us' page. A researcher will contact the user within 24 hours. UFORCOP also offers presentations to groups via their website. An announcement is made that future newsletters will include 'Researcher Tips and Equipment usage in the field'.
The 'UFORCOP NEWS' section details that they research cases in Pennsylvania and other states/countries. Interested individuals can contact them at [email protected] for present or historical cases. They explicitly state they do not comment on other groups' investigative results. Due to increased website traffic, their bandwidth has been increased.
For reporting a UFO sighting, readers are instructed to send an email including their name, contact number/email, date and time of the event, location (city/county/state), a brief description of the sighting, the number of witnesses, how close they were to the object, and any attached photos, drawings, or EVP recordings. All information submitted is strictly confidential. UFORCOP also operates 'Mobile Units' in Eastern and Western Pennsylvania, equipped to cover reports within a few hours.
Research Areas and Investigations
UFORCOP is actively seeking reports of mysterious lights or UFO sightings near Nuclear Power Plants, Military Bases, or Airport facilities. The newsletter announces a planned investigation by UFORCOP at the Gettysburg Battlefield in the autumn of 2012 to investigate local sighting reports.
Crypto Zoology
Information is requested on sightings in Pennsylvania of creatures such as Panthers, Mountain Lions, Cougars, Thunderbirds, Large Snakes, or Bigfoot. Researchers can be contacted via email at [email protected], [email protected], or [email protected].
The newsletter lists 'MOST REPORTED CREATURES IN PENNSYLVANIA' as Cougar, Coyote, Wolf, Bear, and 'LEAST REPORTED CREATURES IN PENNSYLVANIA' as Bigfoot, Thunderbirds, Large Snakes. It is noted that there have been six unconfirmed Bigfoot reports so far this year.
Animal Mutilations
It is reported that there have been no located and verified reports of Cattle Mutilations in Pennsylvania.
Book and Site of the Month
The 'BOOK OF THE MONTH' is "OUIJA GONE WILD" by R.E. Guiley and R. Fisher, available at www.paranormalpa.net or www.visionaryliving.com. The 'SITE OF THE MONTH' is www.ufocusnz.org.nz.
UFORCOP Note
UFORCOP states they do not accept donations and are self-funded. They also do not charge a fee for research or investigations.
News from the Florida Research Group
The Florida Research Group is holding its next meeting on November 10, 2012, at 1 PM at Perkins Restaurant and Bakery, 6425 University Blvd., Winter Park, FL. The topic is 'Abduction and Paranormal Events and Methods of Investigation and Research'. The meeting will feature a panel discussion with four authors: Vivian Campbell, who lives in a haunted house; another author exploring Florida's haunted locations; Kathleen Marden (niece of Betty and Barney Hill); and Denise Stoner, who is working on the abductee phenomenon with Kathleen. The panel will discuss their research and experiences, followed by a Q&A session. Attendees are required to purchase a meal and a drink.
UFO Investigations May Face Safety Issues
This section discusses the potential dangers and effects associated with UFO activity. It points out that despite public skepticism, there is circumstantial evidence of disastrous effects attributed to UFO activity in various nations, including the United States. These effects include:
- Powerful electrical fields projected in general or localized areas.
- Psychological effects on the general populace or individuals.
- Disruption of air and ground travel.
- Interference with ignition systems of auto and aircraft engines, causing them to stop, and disabling headlights and auxiliary emergency lighting.
- Low-level flying UFOs causing motor vehicle accidents.
- Disruption of communication systems.
- Regional power blackouts.
- Rendering nuclear weapons inoperative.
- Psychological and physical impairments.
- Fatal or near-fatal illnesses.
Government Preparedness and Regulations
The newsletter highlights that events surrounding close encounters should be taken seriously, and the Federal Government has made preparations for the unknown. It references a firefighter's training manual, "A FIRE OFFICER'S GUIDE TO DISASTER CONTROL" (1992), which includes a chapter titled "DISASTER CONTROL AND UFO's". This chapter provides UFO background information, classification systems (adopted by J. Allen Hynek), shapes, and the history of UFOs, listing organizations such as MUFON, NICAP, CAUS, GSW, CUFOS, and APRO.
A section titled "ADVERSE POTENTIAL OF UFO's" in the manual explores potential dangers. It recounts an incident from early 1957 where close encounter witnesses experienced burns and injuries like unexplained rashes and hives. One witness observed an acorn-shaped UFO, subsequently developing a body rash and vision problems, which her doctor attributed to radiation poisoning. Reports of cancerous lesions are also mentioned.
The document references CFR-1910.120 CODIFIED FEDERAL RULES, TITLE 14-1211, specifically a section titled "FORBIDDING CONTACT WITH EXTRATERRESTRIALS". This code states that anyone who violates provisions related to quarantine stations or enters/departs without permission from a NASA Quarantine Officer faces fines up to $5000.00 or imprisonment up to one year, or both.
The newsletter questions the US Government's stance that UFOs "DO NOT EXIST" when there is training for First Responders at the National Fire Academy in Emmitsburg, MD, on handling 'UFO Crash Incidents' and Federal Statutes designed to make contact with extraterrestrials illegal.
The book featured in a photo is available on Amazon.com and Ebay.com.
Paranormal Tips and Resources
The newsletter includes a section on 'PARANORMAL TIPS' and mentions the book "FIRE OFFICER'S GUIDE TO DISASTER CONTROL".
It recommends www.ghost-tech.com as a tech-savvy site with information for paranormal researchers, including download and investigation tips, and an 'OFE (Orb Free Experience)' section. It also suggests purchasing the book "Strange Frequencies" by Craig Telesha.
Another recommended site is www.theshadowlands.net, described as an excellent resource for alleged locations of Haunted Places in Pennsylvania.
The newsletter identifies The Gettysburg Battlefield in Gettysburg, PA, as the '#1 PARANORMAL SITE', noting that both experienced investigators and visitors report strange and intriguing stories.
Finally, it suggests a Tactical Vest as a practical way to carry equipment.
Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance
The recurring themes in this newsletter are UFO sightings, paranormal investigations, cryptozoology, and the potential dangers and governmental responses related to UFO phenomena. The editorial stance appears to be one of serious inquiry into these subjects, encouraging public reporting, and highlighting the need for preparedness and awareness regarding UFOs, even in the face of official skepticism. The newsletter aims to provide information, resources, and a platform for discussion among researchers and enthusiasts in the paranormal field.
This issue, titled "PARANORMAL PHOTOGRAPHY ISSUES," is part of a publication with a volume number of 21 and an issue date of January 27, 1975, though later pages reference events and photos from 2007, 2011, and 2012. The magazine focuses on explaining phenomena often mistaken for UFOs, particularly those captured in photographs, and also touches upon official government disclosures regarding UFO sightings.
Paranormal Photography Issues
The core theme of the magazine is to demystify paranormal photography by identifying common misinterpretations. Several pages are dedicated to explaining how everyday objects and natural phenomena can be mistaken for UFOs.
Photo Examples and Explanations
Pages 11 and 12 showcase "PHOTO 1," "PHOTO 2," and "PHOTO 3," taken in Pennsylvania in June 2007. These images, initially classified as UFO Vortex's, are explained as being lens flares caused by bright lights in the lower portion of the photographs. The images were captured using a Kodak Z1745 Digital Camera, and the article notes that this is a common occurrence when photographing bright lights.
Page 13 presents another case, initially classified as a "paranormal classification" or "Vortex," which is identified as a camera strap. The magazine stresses that this type of misidentification is extremely common in paranormal photos and advises removing the strap. Another image is presented and questioned as potentially being an orb, planet, or UFO, but is identified as a "Lens Fungus."
UFO Misidentifications: Most Common
- Page 16 lists common misidentifications for UFOs, including:
- Birds
- Lightning
- Missile Tests
- Weird Cloud Formations
- Balloons
- Planet Venus
- Aircraft
- Military Experiments
- Shooting Stars
- International Space Station
- Satellites
A photograph labeled "INTERNATIONAL SPACE STATION" from March 1, 2011, at 18:20 hours is shown.
Page 17 provides further examples: a photograph of a tugboat with a dark object in the sky is identified as "A UFO or a Bird? It's a bird." Another image, showing a bright, blurry object, is identified as "A UFO? No, it's a flying insect."
Lens Care
Page 14 offers practical advice on "LENS CARE," emphasizing the importance of keeping lenses clean to avoid photographic anomalies. Tips include using a lens cleaning kit, not spitting on the lens, using eyeglass cleaner in a pinch, spraying cleaning liquid on a cloth rather than directly on the lens, and using a lens filter to protect against dust and smudges.
Natural Phenomena Mistaken for UFOs
Page 15 features "Saucer-Shaped Lenticular Clouds in Chile" and a "Saucer-Shaped Lenticular Cloud in Boise ID," illustrating how cloud formations can resemble UFOs.
In the News
'UFO' on NASA Camera
An article on page 8, by Tim Upton, discusses an image captured by NASA's Solar and Heliospheric Observatory (SOHO) satellite, launched in 1996. The image shows an object described as "certainly unidentified and appears to be flying." UFO investigators suggest it is evidence of spacecraft from other worlds. Graham Birdsall, editor of UFO magazine, states that the images are irrefutable as they come from official NASA satellites and resemble sci-fi spacecraft. SOHO, located 1.5 million kilometers from Earth, is trained on the sun, and the photographed objects are estimated to be hundreds of kilometers from its lenses.
UFOs at Defense Sites Told in CIA Documents
Another article on page 8 reports on nearly 1,000 pages of documents released by the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) under a Freedom of Information suit filed by Ground Saucer Watch (GSW). These documents detail UFO sightings at several defense installations. William Spaulding of GSW accuses the government of a cover-up, stating that significant findings have been suppressed and that five ex-intelligence officers are prepared to testify. The article mentions reports of a "100-foot-diameter sphere" over nuclear installations in November 1975, and an object the size of an automobile buzzing a base at an altitude of 1,000 to 2,000 feet. It also references a 1976 incident in Iran where an F-4 Phantom jet's electronic equipment failed when approaching an unidentified object as large as a jetliner. A MIG jet fighter was reportedly destroyed over Cuba while chasing a UFO. Sightings are noted over Malmstrom Air Force Base (Montana), Loring Air Force Base (Maine), and Wurtsmith Air Force Base (Michigan), with objects hovering over nuclear weapons storage areas. While some reports describe unidentified helicopters, Spaulding doubts a helicopter could outrun jet planes.
Famous or Infamous Pennsylvania UFO Case Photos
Page 20 details the "Carbondale, PA Crash November 9, 1974." Eyewitnesses described an object falling into a pond, emitting a yellow-white glow. The official explanation, supported by Carbondale Police Chief Paul Kelly, is that a scuba diver dredged up a railroad lantern. However, Robert D. Barry, director of the 20th Century UFO Bureau, reconstructs the events, suggesting that vans and a crane were brought to the site at night. Barry believes the object was either a small UFO reconnaissance craft or a Russian missile that went down, possibly related to a moon shot project. He notes that the object's glowing characteristic is typical of alien spacecraft and that it couldn't have been a meteorite due to its lack of impact in the silty bottom. The article concludes that the full story may never be known.
Other Mentions
Page 19 includes a photograph of lights over Moose Lake, Minnesota, on August 23, 2012, reported by multiple witnesses. It also features a pie chart titled "Top Bigfoot Sites," listing various organizations and encounter types related to Bigfoot.
Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance
The recurring themes in this issue are the misinterpretation of photographic evidence, the importance of understanding photographic artifacts, and the potential for misidentifying natural or man-made objects as UFOs. The magazine adopts an explanatory and debunking stance regarding many paranormal photography claims, while also presenting information from official sources like NASA and the CIA, suggesting a balanced approach to the topic of unidentified aerial phenomena. The editorial stance appears to be one of critical inquiry, encouraging readers to look for logical explanations before accepting paranormal conclusions.
This issue of the UFO Research Center of Pennsylvania Newsletter, identified by page numbers and content, focuses heavily on declassified documents and historical UFO incidents. The primary article details the US Air Force's 'Project 1794', a secret Cold War-era initiative to develop a flying saucer-like aircraft.
Project 1794: The Flying Saucer Plan The central piece of this issue is the revelation of 'Project 1794', a declassified 114-page document from 1956 detailing the Air Force's attempt to build a round, vertical take-off and landing aircraft. Neil Carmichael, director of the declassification review division at the National Declassification Center (NDC), explained that these records were stored for 56 years. The project, estimated to cost $3.2 million, was contracted to Avro Aircraft Limited in Ontario, Canada. The craft was envisioned with six Armstrong Siddeley Viper turbo-jet engines, a 22.0" overall diameter, and was designed to reach speeds of Mach 4 and altitudes exceeding 100,000 feet. The document, titled 'Project 1794, Final Development Summary Report', included detailed descriptions and schematics of the propulsion system, tested via scale models. However, the report concluded that the concept was superior to its actual execution, with the craft reportedly wobbling uncontrollably at altitude. The project also included plans for developing weapons for reconnaissance, interception, or tactical bombing roles. The article draws a parallel between Project 1794 and the Roswell incident (1947) by noting that rearranging the project numbers yields the year of the Roswell crash.
Historical UFO Incidents The first page of the scanned document briefly mentions two historical UFO incidents: the Kecksburg, PA Crash on December 9, 1965, and the Presque Isle, PA Landing on July 31, 1966. These are presented with accompanying images, though no detailed descriptions of the events themselves are provided in the text.
UFORCOP and Pennsylvania Sightings Later pages introduce the 'UFORCOP' (UFO Research Center of Pennsylvania) organization, showcasing its new patch, vests, and caps. A section titled 'Pennsylvania Sightings Report September 2012' indicates that 74 sightings were filed for that month, with some possibly being duplicates from four reporting agencies, including UFORCOP. The newsletter also lists upcoming field trips for the UFORCOP Search Team to various locations, including Missouri, Ohio, North Carolina, Florida, Western PA, West Virginia, North Central PA, and South Central PA.
Notable UFO Quotes The issue includes a section of 'Notable UFO Quotes' from prominent figures in the field: - Stanton Friedman, Defense Contractor Nuclear Physicist, stated that evidence overwhelmingly suggests Earth is visited by intelligently controlled extraterrestrial spacecraft, though not all UFOs are alien. - General Nathan Twining, Chairman, Joint Chiefs of Staff (1955-1958), asserted that the UFO phenomenon is real and not fictitious. - Dr. J. Allen Hynek, Director of the US Air Force Project Blue Book, expressed his belief that the solution to the UFO problem would be a mighty and unexpected quantum leap, and that there was a job to do to keep the public from getting excited.
Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance The newsletter clearly aligns with a pro-UFO investigation stance, highlighting declassified government documents and historical sightings. The focus on Project 1794 suggests an interest in official, albeit historical, acknowledgments of advanced aerial craft. The inclusion of UFORCOP's activities and reports indicates a commitment to ongoing UFO research and public awareness within Pennsylvania. The editorial stance appears to be one of serious inquiry into UFO phenomena, presenting evidence and expert opinions to support the reality and significance of the subject.
This document appears to be a collection of promotional pages from a publication associated with UFORCOP and the UFO Research Center of Pennsylvania, primarily focusing on events and initiatives from late 2012 and a future symposium in 2013. The content is largely graphical, announcing various presentations, conferences, and programs related to UFOs, the paranormal, Bigfoot, and other unexplained phenomena.