UFORC of Pennsylvania - 2014 11

Magazine Overview

Title: PENNSYLVANIA ENCOUNTER
Subtitle: MONTHLY NEWSLETTER
Publisher: UFO RESEARCH CENTER OF PENNSYLVANIA (UFORCOP)
Issue Date: November 2014
Issue Number: 53
Document Type: Magazine Issue

Content Summary

This issue of the Pennsylvania Encounter newsletter, published by the UFO Research Center of Pennsylvania (UFORCOP) in November 2014, details the organization's ongoing research into various unexplained phenomena. UFORCOP states its mission is to research case reports concerning the UFO phenomenon, paranormal events, crypto-zoology creature sightings, and Alien Abduction cases, emphasizing that they do not comment on other groups' investigative results. The organization utilizes two fully equipped mobile units stationed in Eastern and Western Pennsylvania to respond to reports quickly.

Group Update and Information Requests

A "Group Update" section seeks information on Dog Man or Bigfoot sightings specifically in the Clearfield County area, directing interested individuals to contact [email protected]. The newsletter also provides a clear call to action for reporting UFOs, strange creatures, or paranormal events, outlining the necessary information to include in a report: name, contact phone number or email, date and time of event, event location (city, county, state), a brief description of the sighting, the number of witnesses, how close the reporter was to the object, the object's shape or appearance, and any attached photos, drawings, video, or EVP recordings. All submitted information is stated to be strictly confidential.

Featured Book and Site

The "Featured Book of the Month" is "The Michigan Dogman" by Linda S. Godfrey, an author known for her work on werewolves and anomalous canids. The "Featured Site of the Month" is Ghosthuntersinc.net.

UFORCOP Cold Case Unit

The newsletter highlights the "UFORCOP: COLD CASE UNIT," which is based in Pennsylvania and comprises independent investigators and researchers across several states. Their objective is to reopen and review 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 notes that many questions remain unanswered regarding these cases, citing issues with timelines, evidence, and witness statements.

Paranormal and Cryptozoology in Pennsylvania

Under the heading "THE PARANORMAL OF PA," the newsletter discusses a number of Dogman sightings in North Central and Western Pennsylvania over the past three to four years. The creature is described as having short dark hair, being very muscular, possessing a dog-like snout, and standing approximately 8 feet tall. Reports mention it moving on two legs or all fours, sometimes ignoring witnesses. A recent case from Clearfield County is cited where the creature appeared on a trail, and the reporter's dogs reacted intensely, but the creature remained unfazed.

The "CRYPTO-ZOOLOGY INFORMATION IN PENNSYLVANIA" section invites anyone with information on sightings of Panthers, Mountain Lions, Cougars, Thunderbirds, Large Snakes, Strange Creatures, and Bigfoot in Pennsylvania to contact specific researchers via email. It also lists the most reported creatures in Pennsylvania (Cougar, Coyote, Wolf, Bear, Bald Eagle, Blue Heron) and the least reported (Bigfoot, Thunderbirds). It notes that as of 2014, there were 4 Bigfoot & Creature Reports in Pennsylvania and no verifiable reports of Cattle Mutilations in the state.

Pennsylvania Legends and Sightings

A section on "PENNSYLVANIA LEGENDS" recounts a local legend from Coulters, PA, involving a road with a purported supernatural history, including tales of a burned orphanage or school, ghostly children's handprints, and a mineshaft containing the bodies of teenagers and miners. The newsletter also includes a "PENNSYLVANIA SIGHTINGS REPORT - NOV 2014," listing 18 sighting reports filed for October 2014 across numerous Pennsylvania counties.

Request for Assistance

UFORCOP issues a "REQUEST FOR ASSISTANCE" for their ongoing research into cult activity, seeking information on ritualistic crimes, personal accounts of cult encounters, animal or human sacrifice, and suspected ritual grounds. They also request reports of mysterious lights or UFO sightings near nuclear power plants, military bases, or airport facilities, and information on creature sightings in Clearfield County, PA, and the Penfield area. Additionally, they seek reports of paranormal activity in or around Indian Burial Grounds or areas where Indigenous peoples encamped in Pennsylvania, requesting detailed maps. They are also looking 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 Quotes

The issue features a prominent quote: "IT'S NOT JUST ABOUT LIGHTS IN THE SKY; IT'S ABOUT LIES ON THE GROUND" followed by "END THE TRUTH EMBARGO! ENDING UFO CENSORSHIP WILL CHANGE EVERYTHING // SEEK THE TRUTH." The newsletter also includes 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."

Disclaimer

A disclaimer states that UFORCOP provides its website as a service and is not responsible for damages arising from the use of information contained within the site. It also notes that while the information is periodically updated, no guarantee is given that it is complete or up-to-date. UFORCOP is not responsible for the accuracy or content of third-party websites linked from their site.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue revolve around the investigation of unexplained phenomena, including UFOs, paranormal activity, and cryptozoological creatures, with a particular focus on Pennsylvania. The editorial stance is one of active investigation, seeking public assistance, and advocating for transparency and the "truth embargo" regarding UFOs and related subjects. The organization emphasizes its self-funded nature and commitment to providing research and investigations free of charge. There's a strong emphasis on confidentiality and the importance of evidence in their work.