Za chertoy realnosti - Special edition

Magazine Overview

This issue of "Krasny Sever" (Red North), presented as a "library" supplement, delves into the realm of anomalous phenomena, primarily focusing on UFO sightings and encounters in the Vologda region during 1989-1990. The cover boldly proclaims "Beyond the Edge of Reality...", setting a tone of exploration into the unknown. The issue is a collaborative effort between "Krasny Sever" and the regional section for the study of anomalous phenomena.

Polemical Notes (Полемические заметки)

The section begins with a quote from Saint Augustine, suggesting that contradictions arise not from nature itself, but from our limited understanding of it. The author questions the scientific community's reluctance to address UFO phenomena, criticizing the tendency to dismiss eyewitness accounts as mere ignorance or delusion. V. Migulin, a correspondent member of the USSR Academy of Sciences, is quoted as downplaying the probability of extraterrestrial visits, attributing the 'Petrozavodsk phenomenon' to a technical experiment and complex geophysical conditions. However, the author contrasts this with Migulin's later admission that the nature of the event remained unclear.

A detailed account of the 'Petrozavodsk phenomenon' from September 1977 is presented, describing a spherical object descending and interacting with trees in an unusual manner. The author criticizes 'professionals' like Migulin for creating an atmosphere where witnesses fear being labeled as charlatans, thus discouraging reporting. The piece argues that while some scientists are open-minded, the philosophical community lags behind, failing to provide a framework for understanding the unknown. It posits that the universe is multidimensional and that humanity coexists with other forms of life, currently beyond our scientific grasp.

Ufological Diary: "Balls" Over Vologda... (Уфологический дневник «ШАРЫ» НАД ВОЛОГДОЙ...)

This section provides a chronological overview of UFO observations in the Vologda region between 1989 and 1990. It begins with reports from Kharovsk in 1989, where schoolchildren allegedly observed four UFOs landing and their occupants emerging. These reports were followed by similar sightings from the Onega Lake area.

Mass Hallucinations?

A significant event occurred on April 24, 1989, in Vytegra, where Nadezhda Filippovna Patrashina, a respected former judge, reported seeing a fiery object with a 10-meter tail flying from northwest to southeast. This sighting was corroborated by other residents and boat crews, with descriptions of a glowing object resembling a truncated rocket, approaching Vytegra from the direction of Lake Onega.

July 12 at 2 AM...

Children at the 'Onezhets' pioneer camp near Lake Onega witnessed a large fiery ball rise over the opposite shore. The object, described as a glowing ball, moved towards the forest and was later followed by yellowish lights above the treetops.

Gnashchevsky Jokes?

In the fishing village of Gnashchevskaya, a fisherman reported seeing a slowly moving ball towards the forest, in the same area indicated by the children from 'Onezhets'. This coincidence, along with similar accounts from different locations, suggests a pattern.

Descent Over Vologda

On March 27, 1990, an object was observed flying over Vologda, described as a star-sized ball with a white tail that expanded and dispersed into a circular shape. Hundreds of residents reportedly witnessed this event.

'Saucers' Playing Tag

Reports from August 3-4, 1990, describe multiple UFOs observed over Vologda. Witnesses reported seeing white balls that later formed into something resembling a road and a cloud, with red and green lights. The objects were described as moving without sound and exhibiting unusual maneuvers.

Last 'Autograph'

On November 22, 1990, an unknown resident photographed a spherical UFO hovering near the Vodnikov settlement. The object reportedly took an oval shape and then divided before disappearing.

Evacuation Has Already Begun?

This section discusses the possibility of human evacuation from Earth due to impending catastrophes. It highlights testimonies of individuals who claim to have been contacted by extraterrestrials and offered a chance to leave Earth. The magazine presents accounts of people being taken aboard UFOs and shown alien cities, with warnings of future disasters on Earth.

One account describes Zinaida Gavrilova being taken to an alien city called 'Kuinli' and being told that Earth faces catastrophic events, including the emergence of new diseases and a significant temperature increase by 2002. She was offered to stay in their world permanently, but refused, with the aliens promising to return for her later.

Another witness, Valery Berimov, describes being taken to an artificial planet under a dome and being told about the end of the world in 2002, with eight new diseases appearing.

Viktor Molchanov recounts being shown the city of Kuinli and being informed about a sharp temperature increase on Earth starting in 2002, leading to the death of a third of humanity.

The article suggests that these 'contacts' might be a form of psychological preparation for the end of the world, with the extraterrestrials potentially not intending to evacuate everyone.

It also references a report from "Ogonyok" magazine about missing persons in the USSR, noting that 17,417 people disappeared in 1938 alone.

The section concludes by referencing Edgar Cayce, the 'sleeping prophet', who reportedly visited the 21st century via UFO and foresaw a global catastrophe around 2000, caused by tectonic shifts, with Russia being a surviving landmass.

Science and Falsifiers (Ученые и фальсификаторы)

This section explores the history of ufology and its key figures. It begins by acknowledging Charles Fort as a pioneer in collecting reports of anomalous phenomena, noting his extensive research into various unexplained events.

Konstantin Tsiolkovsky, the father of cosmonautics, is mentioned for his early ideas on space travel and his belief in the diversity of worlds. The article notes that Tsiolkovsky is increasingly cited in ufological literature, with some suggesting he was a 'contactee' based on his mention of 'communicating with spirits'.

The section then turns to George Adamski, labeling him a 'brilliant falsifier'. Adamski's claims of encounters with Venusians and other extraterrestrials, detailed in his books with accompanying photographs, are presented. The article states that experts quickly proved these to be fabrications, yet Adamski's works sold well, misleading Americans for nearly two decades until his deathbed confession.

J. Allen Hynek, a scientist and popularizer of science, is discussed as a key figure in ufological research. He served as a scientific consultant to the U.S. Air Force on UFOs and was instrumental in establishing the Center for UFO Studies in Evanston. Hynek, initially skeptical, aimed to debunk UFO claims but eventually acknowledged that not all sightings could be easily explained.

The Judgment Day, or The Extinction of "Homo Sapiens" (СТРАШНЫЙ СУД, ИЛИ Вымирание «ГОМО сапиенс»)

This article presents the concept of "Information-Disposal Structure" (IRS) as proposed by Yuri Alexandrovich Fomin, a senior researcher. Fomin suggests that after biological death, a person's IRS persists, enabling information exchange between living and deceased individuals and potentially explaining phenomena like poltergeists and spiritism. He links this concept to UFOs, unexplained terrestrial and aerial events, and extrasensory perception.

Fomin recounts his early involvement with UFO research in the 1950s and his subsequent interest in the fundamental physics of phenomena that defied conventional explanation. He questions the very definition of life and death, suggesting that matter, at its atomic level, is largely empty space, allowing for parallel worlds.

The author connects UFOs and poltergeists through the idea that the world is material and governed by natural laws, but that time and space can be compressed. He argues that the future is predetermined and exists simultaneously with the past and present.

Fomin asserts that humans are immortal in their IRS, which requires external energy sources, explaining the phenomenon of spiritism. He cites experiments by Dr. Raikov, who demonstrated that individuals in a trance could embody the personalities and skills of deceased individuals, suggesting a form of information retrieval.

Regarding reincarnation, Fomin states he cannot confirm it but acknowledges the possibility of information retrieval or genetic memory.

He explains that while a person's IRS cannot fully predict the future, some individuals possess 'proscopic' abilities. He expresses concern about humanity's future, predicting extinction due to a consumer society's impact on the environment and the burden of nuclear waste. He advocates for research into adapting humans to changing conditions and accelerating the evolution of a new biological species.

Attention Ufologists! (Вниманию уфологов!)

This is an announcement for the upcoming founding congress of the Vologda Oblast Ufologists Association, inviting enthusiasts, psychics, clairvoyants, and practitioners of alternative medicine.

"UFO: Invasion of Reality" ("НЛО: вторжение в реальность")

This is a brief mention of a recently published book detailing anomalous phenomena in the Vologda region, with contributions from local ufologists.

Has Evacuation Already Begun? (ЭВАКУАЦИЯ УЖЕ НАЧАЛАСЬ?)

This section revisits the theme of human evacuation from Earth, suggesting that the decrease in human population is being compensated by an increase in alien interest. It highlights testimonies from individuals who claim to have been contacted by extraterrestrials and offered a chance to leave Earth. The magazine presents accounts of people being taken aboard UFOs and shown alien cities, with warnings of future disasters on Earth.

One account describes Zinaida Gavrilova being taken to an alien city called 'Kuinli' and being told that Earth faces catastrophic events, including the emergence of new diseases and a significant temperature increase by 2002. She was offered to stay in their world permanently, but refused, with the aliens promising to return for her later.

Another witness, Valery Berimov, describes being taken to an artificial planet under a dome and being told about the end of the world in 2002, with eight new diseases appearing.

Viktor Molchanov recounts being shown the city of Kuinli and being informed about a sharp temperature increase on Earth starting in 2002, leading to the death of a third of humanity.

The article suggests that these 'contacts' might be a form of psychological preparation for the end of the world, with the extraterrestrials potentially not intending to evacuate everyone.

It also references a report from "Ogonyok" magazine about missing persons in the USSR, noting that 17,417 people disappeared in 1938 alone.

The section concludes by referencing Edgar Cayce, the 'sleeping prophet', who reportedly visited the 21st century via UFO and foresaw a global catastrophe around 2000, caused by tectonic shifts, with Russia being a surviving landmass.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue revolve around UFO sightings, anomalous phenomena, and the potential for extraterrestrial contact. There's a strong undercurrent of skepticism towards official scientific explanations and a leaning towards the extraordinary. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry into these phenomena, encouraging readers to consider possibilities beyond conventional understanding. The magazine also touches upon the future of humanity, environmental concerns, and the possibility of human evolution or evacuation due to impending global catastrophes. The underlying message is that there is much more to reality than what is currently understood by mainstream science.

Title: Красный Север (Red North)
Issue: №9
Year: 1990
Document Type: Magazine Issue

Content Summary

This issue of 'Krasny Sever' explores themes of UFOs, religious apparitions, and paranormal experiences, blending factual accounts with fictional narratives.

The Fatima Phenomenon: Religious Revelation or...

The article begins by critiquing a book by V. Mezentsev that attempts to explain the 1917 Fatima events as natural phenomena, arguing that Mezentsev's account is incomplete and misses the broader context. The author asserts that the events in Fatima, Portugal, occurred not just in one evening but over several months in 1917, a period coinciding with the establishment of Soviet power in Russia. The predictions made during these apparitions were, therefore, highly relevant to Russia.

Pre-history: In 1915, four girls pasturing sheep witnessed a hovering figure. In 1916, Lucia, one of the girls, saw a bright cloud from which emerged a youth identifying himself as the Angel of Peace. This angel later appeared as the guardian angel of Portugal and gave the children communion.

May 13, 1917: The main events began. Lucia (10), Francisco (9), and Jacinta (7) were tending sheep when a bright green, shining ball appeared, from which a beautiful maiden emerged. She identified herself as the Virgin Mary and told them not to be afraid, as she would not harm them. She instructed them to pray for peace and the conversion of sinners.

June 13, 1917: The Virgin Mary appeared again, visible only to the children. She spoke through Lucia, predicting the deaths of Francisco and Jacinta in childhood, while Lucia would live longer to spread devotion to her.

July 13, 1917: Thousands gathered. The Virgin Mary showed the children hell and warned that if people continued to offend God, a new, more terrible war would break out during the papacy of the next Pope. She also prophesied that if Russia did not turn to God, it would spread its 'false teaching' worldwide, causing war and persecution of the Church.

August 13, 1917: The children were prevented from going to the usual spot. A lightning flash and thunder were heard, and a cloud descended on the tree.

September 13, 1917: Thirty thousand people witnessed a fiery ball moving across the sky, followed by a shower of glittering flower petals that dissolved before reaching the ground.

October 13, 1917: 60-70 thousand people gathered. The Virgin Mary appeared, requesting a church be built in her honor and predicting the end of the war. She then pointed upwards, and the children saw a large, shining, rotating disk, resembling the sun but darker, which emitted rainbow light and heat. This phenomenon was visible for miles and lasted for several minutes, causing people to experience religious ecstasy.

Analysis: The article questions the nature of the Fatima events, suggesting they were carefully planned. It notes the sequential nature of the apparitions, the prophetic warnings, and the use of language aligned with Catholic dogma, aimed at the local population's religious sensibilities. The author points out that the effect was perhaps less than desired, as people were skeptical. The article contrasts these events with later UFO encounters involving 'humanoids' and scientific terminology. It emphasizes that the 'divine' or 'extraterrestrial' nature was stated, not proven. The author questions why the information was not disseminated globally if it was truly divine, noting that the main protagonists were isolated (two died, Lucia entered a convent). The article also highlights the lack of photographs of the 'flying disk' despite the presence of reporters, and the delayed interest from religious circles. The author suggests that V. Mezentsev's focus on the 'rotating disk' is an attempt to steer readers away from the main issue, possibly to protect scientific prestige or due to an inability to explain the events within the current scientific paradigm. The Pope's silence on the matter is also noted as significant.

The Fatima Phenomenon: A Story of the 20th Century

This section continues the discussion on the Fatima events, suggesting that scientists overlooked them due to national security concerns or because the truth was too terrifying. It mentions similar phenomena in Germany (1937-1945), Garabandal, Spain (1961), and Mexico (1969), where figures claiming to be divine appeared to children. The author concludes that such events are more common than believed, especially considering their global scale. Modern contactees with 'humanoids' also suffer greatly, similar to religious prophets.

UFOs... We Are Making Contact!

This section shifts to UFO sightings in the Vologda Oblast in 1991. On October 2nd, at 6 PM, a live radio broadcast on UFOs was held. Shortly before the broadcast, a bright, stationary, orange sphere was seen in the sky over the region, emitting waves before disappearing. Similar sightings were reported in Vologda, Cherepovets, and other nearby towns, matching previous observations from March and September of the previous year and 1989. The article notes that the appearance of 'nautilus'-shaped UFOs has become more frequent, with historical accounts dating back to the time of Nicholas Roerich.

The author draws a striking parallel between the timing of the Vologda UFO sighting and the radio broadcast, suggesting a direct connection. The broadcast discussed the possibility of humans making direct contact with the 'information field of space.' The article notes a surge in activity from 'contactees,' psychics, and magicians, with reports of 'bio-ramkas' and 'graphite pens' transmitting messages from extraterrestrial beings.

It also recalls recent events, such as the photographic documentation of UFOs by contactees Chernov and Batov, and an account of a woman being taken to another planet and returned. The article references a previous publication, 'Shary nad Vologdoy' ('Spheres over Vologda'), for more details on these events.

UFOs... We Are Making Contact! (Continued)

This part of the article details various UFO sightings and alleged encounters in the Vologda region during 1991. Several sightings of 'spherical UFOs' were reported in different districts. The article mentions a group of 'humanoids' appearing near a student dormitory. In five cases, poltergeist activity was attributed to 'Barabashki' (a type of mischievous spirit).

The author states that these events are being discussed with irony but acknowledges their curiosity, suggesting they require further study. The article notes that the UFOs seem to favor areas around Vologda and Cherepovets, which were also sites of previous sightings.

To understand the nature of these phenomena, the magazine decided to conduct experiments, including attempts to summon UFOs using 'sensitive contactees' (individuals with high bio-energetic potential). The aim was also to determine if the UFO sighting during the radio broadcast was coincidental or planned.

Contactee S.'s Experiment: The article recounts an experiment conducted by a contactee named S. on October 13th. S. intended to make contact with UFOs. He used a 'fairy wand' – a metal rod – for this purpose. He informed his brother and a friend, T., about his plan. Due to unforeseen circumstances, the planned contact was postponed from Saturday to Sunday.

On Sunday, S. and his wife went to a location near the river. S. observed a red line in the sky, followed by an orange glowing disk that moved along the trajectory of the line. He informed his wife, who also saw the object and confirmed it was not a plane, satellite, rocket, or meteor. S. attempted to photograph it but couldn't see it through the viewfinder, though he could see the stars. He then observed a second, similar object. Both objects disappeared after a few minutes.

Later, S. saw a rainbow-like arc in the sky, which he described as having an elusive, dark-brown color and layered, shimmering hues. He believed there were thirteen or fourteen such arcs, forming a gate-like structure. He then saw another orange object moving from east to west, which dissolved near one of the arcs. His wife reported seeing a similar object moving in the opposite direction.

Fictional Story: 'It Happens'

This section presents a fictional story about a camping trip involving three characters: Igorek, Verochka (his wife), and Zhenya (Igorek's childhood friend and Verochka's driver). The story begins with the characters running out of alcohol and cigarettes, and Igorek complaining about mosquitoes. Verochka insists they stay longer to enjoy the fresh air.

During their stay, they have limited food and face various minor inconveniences. Igorek expresses his desire to leave, but Verochka is firm. Zhenya, who seems unfazed by the situation, drives them.

In the evening, they sit around a campfire. Igorek suggests telling scary stories. Verochka recounts a story about a mosquito as large as a finger. Zhenya shares an experience of seeing a ghost in his basement. Verochka dismisses his story.

A stranger, dressed in dark clothing, approaches their campfire. He claims to be returning from Dubovka and decided to rest. He offers them cigarettes. The stranger then tells a story about being in a village and feeling an urge to run into some bushes. He felt something grab his shoulder, but he managed to cross himself, and the entity fell softly to the ground. He then ran away.

After the stranger leaves, Igorek, Verochka, and Zhenya discuss the experience. Igorek later goes to his tent and claims to have had a frightening experience, involving a man who 'gave a push' and then disappeared, leaving behind 'blue sparks' and a 'gray smell.' Verochka and Zhenya are left bewildered.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently explores the unexplained, presenting UFO sightings and religious apparitions as phenomena that challenge conventional scientific and rational explanations. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry, acknowledging the possibility of phenomena beyond current understanding, while also critically examining different interpretations, whether scientific or religious. There's a clear interest in connecting seemingly disparate events, such as the Fatima apparitions and modern UFO sightings, suggesting a potential underlying pattern or connection in unexplained aerial phenomena and extraordinary human experiences. The inclusion of both factual reports and fictional narratives indicates a desire to engage readers on multiple levels, from factual investigation to imaginative exploration of the unknown.