Abstract This paper questions the veracity of unidentified flying objects. The author discusses the origins of claims of contact with extraterrestrial life. Also covered are some of the 'evidences' offered to back up claims of the existence of UFOs.
From the Paper "The publicity of encounters with UFOs started in the late 1940?s. There had been reports before that time, but they had not received much exposure by the media. It all started in 1947. One day Kevin Arnold, who was flying his single engine plane, reported that he had seen objects flying around that could not be explained. He estimated their speed to be three times what was possible at that time. He described their motion was similar to that of a saucer skipping across water. The term flying saucer was born. The debate of the validity of these claims was also born (Randles 2)."
Abstract This paper reviews the facts of this extra-terrestrial citing in this New Mexican city with an emphasis on a review of the crash.
From the Paper "Also, the UFO Museum of Research, along with many other sources, says a farmer named Mac Brazel was the first person to see evidence of the controversial UFO crash. He was riding out on his horse to round up some stray sheep when he noticed some metal debris scattered over a large area. As Brazel looked closer, he noticed a trench hundreds of feet long had been dug into the land. The first thing he did was drag a large piece of metal from the trench to a shed near his house. Brazel wanted to show the metal piece to his neighbors. The neighbors had no idea what it was, so they immediately notified the police. The police went straight to the Central Intelligence Agency, where Major Jesse Marcel and his troops cleaned the debris from the site of the wreck. The cleanup alone took about three days (Roswell, n.p.)."
Abstract This paper analyzes the substantial evidence that UFOs exists and may very well be more than the stuff of science fiction films. The paper includes information on Roswell, CIA documentation and federal legislation pertaining to UFOs.
Tags:Roswell, CIA, government, aliens, extra-terrestrials, X-Files, conspiracy, flying saucers, space
Abstract This paper discusses UFO theories and research which support the theory that, while UFOs have not been proven, they do in fact exist. The paper bases its position upon individual experience, historical evidence and the actions of scientists who, like the majority of the population, realize that it is more possible for life to exist "out there" than for the opposite to be true.
Abstract This paper examines investment patterns before the New York stock exchange crashed in 1929. It discusses the causes of the crash, why people invested in stocks and the role of the government after the crash.
Paper Outline:
Introduction
The Cause
The Crash and The Depression
Why People Invested in the Stock Market
Government Reaction
Government Regulations After the Crash Bibliography
From the Paper "Monetary policy became ambiguous between February 1930 and 1932. Government security purchases in the open market continued to decline until 1932. This reduced liquidity by lowering non-borrowed reserves. Although the interest rate was reduced between March 1930 and September 1931, it was raised twice in late 1931. This made loans more expensive and deterred people and corporations from borrowing. (1929...)"
Abstract This paper studies the possible reasons for the stock market crash in 1929. It examines John Kenneth Galbraith's book 'The Great Crash: 1929' which claims that the reason for the Great Crash was the over-zealousness and miscalculations of financial analysts and brokers at the time. It discusses how the basis economic theories were suddenly irrelevant afterwards. Finally, it blames the stock market crash on investors that did not want to see the reality.
From the Paper "John Kenneth Galbraith's book "The Great Crash: 1929 claims that the depression of 1929 was a direct result of the miscalculations of the financial analysts and the other brokers which caused the crash of the stocks. He states that these actors of the economic field had a direct involvement in the stock market and had become too greedy to actually see what was happening to the market around them---too greedy to actually fear the recuperation's of what was easily predictable as the downfall."
Abstract This paper suggests the reasons for the October 1987 stock market crash such as margin buying and stock overvaluation. The author points out peoples' reaction to it and what could have been done to prevent it. The paper compares compares the 1987 stock market crash to the 1929 crash.
From the Paper "On October ..., after having soared to a peak of in ... August ..., the Dow Jones Industrial Average dropped by .... points, losing ... percent of its value and engendering panic on Wall Street and in stock markets around the globe as ... trillion in the value of corporate America's stock literally evaporated. It is the purpose of this essay to examine the stock market crash and to briefly compare that crash to the significantly more dramatic and devastating October ... market crash. The report will ..."
Abstract This paper takes a brief look at the book "The Great Crash: 1929" written by economist John Kenneth Galbraith. It explains how the American population was so shaken by the crash because their expectations of the economy had been so high and the shock was great.
From the Paper "John Kenneth Galbraith's book The Great Crash: 1929 claims that the depression of 1929 was a direct result of the miscalculations of the financial analysts and the other brokers which caused the crash of the stocks. He states that these actors of the economic field had a direct involvement in the stock market and had become too greedy to actually see what was happening to the market around them---too greedy to actually fear the recuperation's of what was easily predictable as the downfall."
Abstract This paper explains how various characters in the film, "Crash", exhibit leadership behavior; behavior that goes above and beyond normal expectations. It relates three of these behaviors to the film "Crash" that plays out real-life situations.
From the Paper "JM Lafferty of "P G" draws a distinction between those whom he calls swimmers and those whom he refers to as waterwalkers. Waterwalkers are defined by behavior that goes above and beyond normal expectations as outlined in the six ..."
Abstract In this article, the writer first describes the financial environment in the United States before the 1929 stock market crash occurred. The writer notes that for years the market was driven by public speculation. The writer points out that public leaders and role models played a major part in many of the public's beliefs. The public was fed lies and told stories that nobody could predict and were only backed by speculation. The writer explains that banks and many rich entrepreneurs inflated the market. The writer maintains that many times the market could have crashed before 1929, but speculation and trust in the economy did not let that happen. The writer concludes that speculation is often the aid to failure, where the best example was seen from 1925 to 1929. This paper uses mla style footnotes but does not include a bibliography page.
From the Paper "For years the market was driven by public speculation. Public leaders and role models played a major part in many of the public's beliefs. They were fed lies and told stories that nobody could predict and were only backed by speculation. Banks and many rich entrepreneurs inflated the market. Many times the market could have crashed before 1929, but speculation and trust in the economy did not let that happen. Many were at a loss for what happened and were left with nothing. Sorrow and depression filled the streets throughout the country, especially New York City. It was not until many years later that the market recovered enough to pull investors in. What brought so many people the "American Dream" of becoming rich without physical activity, led to the eventual downfall of an economy which would drive the nation for years to come."
Abstract This paper discusses the film "Crash" and its depiction of racism and the prevalence of racism in the urban areas of the country, noting that the film dramatizes the reality and the way tensions can escalate to a major disturbance. It is significant that the film is set in Los Angeles, a city that has experienced major disturbances related to race, notably the riot after the first Rodney King verdict, which escalated beyond simple back and white violence to include violence between blacks and Koreans, and blacks and Hispanics as well.
From the Paper "Racial tensions in American society continue to shape much public discourse and many interactions between people on the streets. People may like to believe that race has become a non-issue, but it has not. The recent film Crash dramatizes the reality and the way tensions can escalate to a major disturbance. It is significant that the film is set in Los Angeles, a city that has experienced major disturbances related to race, notably the riot after the first Rodney King verdict, which escalated beyond simple back and white violence and included violence between blacks and Koreans and blacks and Hispanics as well. The film also does not confine itself to black-white relations but includes the other racial groups in the city and shows that race may only be a non-issue to whites who want to see it in that light. "
Abstract This paper reviews the concept and history of Unidentified Flying Objects, or UFOs, and the influence UFOs have had on the world entertainment, and the influence the world of entertainment has had on our perception of UFOs and alien life.
From the Paper "Unidentified Flying Objects, (UFOs) were once only saucers tied to a string and filmed by an 8mm camera in the 1950s. By the 1970s they became a bit more believable when 'Close Encounters of the Third Kind' presented images of technologically advanced UFOs, with images fitting the preconceived idea of aliens driving them through the desert. Yet, by the time 'E.T.', (The Extraterrestrial) was presented in the 1980s society began to take a closer look at the phenomenon of the UFO, and many within it started to relate their personal experiences in sightings, abductions, meetings, and "close encounters". Today there is a vast array of television programming focused on UFOs, and the aliens who build them."
This paper analyzes the stock market crash of 1987, by tracing its background, the events of the day in the financial markets and the effects of the crash on the U.S. and global economy.
Abstract The writer of this well-researched paper compares the events of 1987 to those which occurred in 1926, which brought about the Great Depression. This paper examines the causes and consequences of the 1987 crash, while also discussing the policy responses to the event and its future implications. This paper analyzes the status of the stock market 5 years prior to the crash. From 1982-1987 the Dow Industrial Average had risen from 776 points in August 1982 to a record high of 2,722 points in August 1987. This paper delves into the warning signs that were evident, prior to the crash, yet were largely ignored, including a weakening U.S. dollar, a rising trade deficit, inflation and the first short term interest raise in 3 years by the Federal Reserve. The writer discusses how the crash not only affected the U.S. stock market, but markets around the world as well. This paper looks at the U.S. trade and budget deficits that rose steadily during the 1980s, which have also been blamed for the crash. This paper delves into how the Federal Reserve responded to the crash, while also examining the reform measures taken to prevent a similar disaster in the future.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Background
An In-depth Look at the Crash Causes of the Crash Federal Reserve's Response
Reform Measures
Conclusion
Works Cited
From the Paper "In the wake of the crash of 87 many analysts, including a presidential task force, laid the blame for the decline squarely on portfolio insurance. As evidence, they quoted the fact that portfolio insurance alone accounted for 12% of the selling in stock and index futures markets on October 19, 1987. According to the "blame portfolio insurance" theory, portfolio insurers came to the Monday's opening armed with an overhang of unexecuted sell orders from the accelerating decline of the previous week and placed large sell orders to initiate the decline in the market. From then onwards, as the market declined further during the day, the sell orders by the portfolio insurers kept on increasing to cater for their back log. To make matters worse, other investors who were not familiar with portfolio insurance, saw the declining prices and assumed that the selling was based on fundamentals and joined the queue of sellers; thus perpetuating the vicious circle."
Abstract This paper is an examination and analysis of the facts presented by both the American and Canadian investigators regarding the crash of the Arrow Airs DC-8 in December 1985. The paper begins with a recap of the crash and the possible causes that were put forth by both countries which have held to their position that it was caused by ice on the wings of the plane. The author presents evidence that this crash was caused by an explosive device, planted by terrorists and goes into great detail as to the why this theory has been so carefully guarded by both governments. This paper raises several issues about the circumstances surrounding the crash including speculation that this was a deliberate act of terrorism and presents different reports about the events leading up to the plane's departure from Egypt. It also discusses the findings of aeronautical engineers who investigated the findings at the crash site and presents testimony from the government hearings held in both Canada and the United States.
From the Paper "The 101st division was one of four divisions that made up the Multinational Force and Observers. The purpose of MFO was to operate checkpoints and conduct reconnaissance patrols along the international boundary lines. Every six months the troops were rotated. This was a massive undertaking and involved the cooperation of the Egyptians to insure that the utmost security precautions were taken (Sandford pg). However, from the moment the troops from the 101st were to depart from the Sinai, a sequence of events occurred that were far from normal procedure. Ras Nasrani airport had always been used as the airport of departure for the troops. But at the last minute Army officials were notified that Ras Nastrani airport could not accommodate large planes due to construction being conducted on the main runway. Therefore, the troops were flown by Egypt Air Boeing 737s to the Cairo International Airport."
Abstract This paper shows how in his book "The Great Crash 1929", John Kenneth Galbraith, a leading economist, examines the meaning of the stock market crash of 1929 which has become a persistent fear for Wall Street ever since. It looks at the events leading up to the crash and details the aftermath. It compares recent downturns in the market today to the Great Crash and discusses how a crash such as the one that occurred in 1929 is simply impossible given the current structure of the market and of governmental and other controls. It analyzes how Galbraith finds that what happened in 1929 was not an isolated action and that earlier in history there had been other speculative splurges, beginning in 1637 when Dutch speculators invested in tulip bulbs.
From the Paper "There were events prior to the Great Crash showing that the market might draw back. Galbraith cites one such in June of 1928 when in fact the death of the bull market was predicted, but this prediction was premature. Herbert Hoover would be elected President in 1929, and he had been concerned about the rising tide of speculation for some time. When he was Secretary of Commerce, he had tried to get the market under control. His attitude was kept secret, however, so his election did not cause the panic it would have otherwise. Ownership of property was rewarded by this time only in terms of an early rise in price. All other uses were irrelevant. Speculation in the market provided early returns and less responsibility, and people were buying stocks on margin so they could have the increase in price without the costs of ownership."
