UFORC of Pennsylvania - 2014 10

Magazine Overview

Title: PENNSYLVANIA ENCOUNTER
Issue: 52
Date: October 2014
Publisher: UFO RESEARCH CENTER OF PENNSYLVANIA
Type: Monthly Newsletter

This issue of the Pennsylvania Encounter newsletter from the UFO Research Center of Pennsylvania (UFORCOP) details the organization's ongoing research into UFO phenomena, paranormal events, and cryptozoology. UFORCOP emphasizes its commitment to researching case reports submitted to them and states they do not comment on other groups' investigative results. They operate two fully equipped mobile units stationed in Eastern and Western Pennsylvania, enabling them to cover reports within a few hours.

Group Update & Research Focus

The newsletter highlights a specific area of interest: Triangle Sightings in the Lebanon & Berks County area, requesting any information from the public. For reporting purposes, UFORCOP outlines a comprehensive list of information required when submitting a report of a UFO, strange creature, or paranormal event. This includes personal details, event specifics (date, time, location), a brief description of the sighting, number of witnesses, proximity to the object, its shape and appearance, and any accompanying photos, drawings, video, or EVP recordings. All submitted information is kept strictly confidential.

Featured Content

This month's issue features "THE BRAXTON COUNTY MONSTER" by Frank C. Feschino, Jr. and Stanton T. Friedman as the 'Featured Book of the Month'. The 'Featured Site of the Month' is Phantomsandmonsters.com. A notice clarifies that the UFORCOP site is not associated with MUFON Pennsylvania or MUFON International.

In the News & Pennsylvania Legends

Under "IN THE NEWS," the "PARANORMAL ROUND TABLE" is announced for 2015, with more information to follow. Two specific paranormal accounts from Pennsylvania are detailed: one concerning a haunted bridge in Elizabeth, PA, where a man who died by suicide is said to appear, and another about a mysterious white figure seen on railroad tracks in Columbia, PA, linked to a local murder.

"PENNSYLVANIA LEGENDS" section recounts local folklore, including a tale of a blue mist and haunted cemetery on Irwin Road near Pittsburgh, associated with lovers, the KKK, Satanic rituals, and witches. Another legend describes a road haunted by various spectral figures, including a half-man/half-deer creature and a teenage boy killed by a ghost or psycho.

Crypto-Zoology and Investigations

The "CRYPTO-ZOOLOGY INFORMATION IN PENNSYLVANIA" section seeks information on sightings of Panthers, Mountain lions, Cougars, Thunderbirds, Large Snakes, Strange Creatures, and Bigfoot. Researchers are listed with their contact emails. The most reported creatures in Pennsylvania are listed as Cougar, Coyote, Wolf, Bear, Bald Eagle, and Blue Heron, while Bigfoot and Thunderbirds are among the least reported. It is noted that there are no verified reports of Cattle Mutilations in Pennsylvania.

The "UFORCOP: COLD CASE UNIT" is presented as a division focused on reopening and reviewing unsolved cases in Ufology, Crypto Zoology, and the Paranormal. Cases of interest include the Todd Sees Case (Northumberland, PA), the Kecksburg Incident (Kecksburg, PA), the Brown Mountain Lights (Morganton, NC), the Dyatlov Pass Incident (Dyatlov Pass, RU), and Strange Creatures in Westmoreland County, PA. The unit seeks pertinent information on these and other cases.

Pennsylvania Sightings Report

A comprehensive list of "PENNSYLVANIA SIGHTINGS REPORT - OCT 2014" details 39 sighting reports filed for the month of September 2014, broken down by county. This section underscores the ongoing nature of reported phenomena across the state.

Request for Assistance

The "REQUEST FOR ASSISTANCE" section appeals to the public for help in expanding UFORCOP's database on ritualistic incidents, including Ritualistic Crimes, personal accounts of cult encounters, animal or human sacrifice, and suspected ritual grounds. Information is also sought regarding UFO sightings near Nuclear Power Plants, Military Bases, or Airport Facilities, as well as creature sightings in specific areas of Clearfield County, PA. Additionally, reports of paranormal activity in or around Indian Burial Grounds or areas where Indigenous peoples encamped in Pennsylvania are requested, along with detailed maps. The newsletter also specifically asks for photographs of Military Trucks and Equipment from the Kecksburg/Fireball Incident of December 9, 1965. The organization is also seeking seasoned independent researchers to join the UFORCOP CCU.

Editorial Stance and Conclusion

The issue prominently features a quote: "IT'S NOT JUST ABOUT LIGHTS IN THE SKY; IT'S ABOUT LIES ON THE GROUND" followed by "END THE TRUTH EMBARGO!" and "ENDING UFO CENSORSHIP WILL CHANGE EVERYTHING // SEEK THE TRUTH." This slogan encapsulates the publication's stance on transparency and challenging official narratives. The editorial concludes with a quote from Butch Witkowski, Director of UFORCOP: "WHEN ALL THE EVIDENCE SAYS IT IS TRUE AND NONE SAYS IT IS FALSE, IT IS TRUE." The newsletter is copyrighted 2009-2014 and includes a disclaimer regarding the accuracy and liability of information provided on their website.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are UFO sightings, paranormal phenomena, cryptozoology, and the investigation of unexplained events in Pennsylvania. The editorial stance is one of active investigation, public engagement, and a strong belief in uncovering and disseminating suppressed truths, particularly concerning UFO censorship and government transparency. The organization positions itself as a dedicated research entity, emphasizing confidentiality and the pursuit of evidence-based understanding.