Re: [meteorite-list] Mars Meteorite Helps Caltech Student Prove His Thesis

/ early September when he returns from Australia.   Congratulations to Dr. Weiss and Dr Kirschvink on thier Mars work.   Regards, Mark Jackson Do you Yahoo!? Free online calendar with sync to Outlook(TM).

[meteorite-list] Important uncharacterized but indisputable iron from Namibia

A friend of mine from Brazil has come to posess this stunning piece and wants to sell. How should I advise him?   http://community.webshots.com/user/b0rtz   "African Iron Beauty . . . possibly Namibian" album   Regards,   Mark Do you Yahoo!? Free online calendar with sync to Outlook(TM).

Re: [meteorite-list] DOD Satellites Detect March 2003 Bolide Over Park Forest

The DOD coordinates define the location of 183rd Street and Park Avenue on the south end of the Ravisloe Country Club in Homewood, Illinois. Do you Yahoo!? Free online calendar with sync to Outlook(TM).

Re: [meteorite-list] DOD Satellites Detect March 2003 Bolide Over Park Forest

Did anyone check the Calumet, Ravisloe, Cherry Hills, Flossmoor, Idlewild and Olympia Fields Country Clubs? They look to own most of the real estate in the Park Forest strewn field. Do you Yahoo!? Free online calendar with sync to Outlook(TM).

[meteorite-list] Chicago Country Club Letters

Dear List,   I am drafting letters to the Calumet, Ravisloe, Cherry Hills, Flossmoor, Idlewild and Olympia Fields Country Clubs seeking official permission to conduct scientific, non-destructive searches of thier grounds after the first snow of the season. I will emphasize our interest in leaving e

RE: [meteorite-list] DOD Satellites Detect March 2003 Bolide Over Park Forest

Frank,   It is unlikely that kind of detail would be available to anyone with less than a secret clearance . . . and they wouldn't be able to tell us either. Detailed data reveals capability; DoD protects from exposing thier capabilities as much as they can. Basically, we're lucky to get what we ge

Re: Fw: [meteorite-list] Where Did The Moon Come From?

Tom and Marcia,   With all due respect for your opinions:   I'm sorry guys but . . . to think that any entity capable of creating this completely vast universe could have the slightest interest in this little dustball we live on; much less the concerns and cares of the six billion tiny virus spores

Re: [meteorite-list] Modeling the Park Forest bolide

how to field eyewitness reports and triangulate a true meteor path from those reports.   Respectfully,   Mark Jackson Do you Yahoo!? Free online calendar with sync to Outlook(TM).

Re: [meteorite-list] Alabama Superbolide of Dec.5, 1999 --Coldwater, AL?

New Holland, PA strikes a memory in my mind of camping as a teen near Maple Grove, PA. This had to be in the 1977 to 1980 timeframe; I'm not certain how far the DoD data goes back. We were surrounded entirely by forest so no direct observation was possible. The forest floor, however, was suddenly b

[meteorite-list] Libyan Glass

Dear List,   I am interested in gaining a supply(ier) of Libyan Glass. Anyone with connections to the stuff please contact me. I am possibly interested in kilogram quantities.   Thanks,   Mark Do you Yahoo!? Free online calendar with sync to Outlook(TM).

Re: [meteorite-list] Apparent Meteorite Lands In Washington

Careful analysis of the meteoritic material has yielded stunning results:   Urethane-based primer Rubber Base Mat Granules: (1-3mm) Black gradated EPDM or SBR rubberColored Broadcast Rubber Granules: (1-3mm) Colored gradated EPDM rubberUrethane Pore Filler/ SealerUrethane Binder: Single Component M

Re: [meteorite-list] This just in

"The glassy black rocks could be worn asphalt or pieces of the old high school track."   OK guys . . . I must get some kind of Kazoo Prize of the Year for this . . .   "Careful analysis of the meteoritic material has yielded stunning results:   Urethane-based primer Rubber Base Mat Granules: (1-3m

Re: [meteorite-list] Meteorite police bulletin

OMG . . . that is the FIRST Smurf-turd I have ever seen . . . Do you Yahoo!? Free online calendar with sync to Outlook(TM).

[meteorite-list] Country Club project update

Dear List and Country Club project search team members:   Today I was phoned by Ed Esgar of the Ravisloe Country Club to discuss our proposal. I was not in at the time, but I will be returning his call tomorrow early. Presumably he would not have called if the project proposal held no interest to t

Re: [meteorite-list] Elma Field Report Part 1

Adam,   Great report. I can't barely see from laughing so hard . . . Thanks for the levity!   Mark Do you Yahoo!? Free online calendar with sync to Outlook(TM).

[meteorite-list] Of Mystery Booms and Fiery Objects

Dear List,   Over the last week's time there seems to be a whole lot of activity going on with the fiery sky objects and mystery booms. Or is it just me?   Mark Do you Yahoo!? Free online calendar with sync to Outlook(TM).

[meteorite-list] etching solution

Dear List,   I'm trying to locate etching solution capable of etching Widmanstatten patterns to view on meteorites. I understand it's nitric acid? I got the "bright" idea of checking my local electronic supply house for PC board etching solution and it seems that ferric chloride is used to etch cop

[meteorite-list] Country Club Update #2

Dear List and CC Search Team Members,   Far be it from me to be at the center of controversy on this list . . . but listen to this.   Mr. Ed Esgar, head groundskeeper of Ravisloe CC, contacted me today to voice the Raviloe's agreement to let us search thier property as prescribed in our proposal. I

Re: [meteorite-list] etching solution

Thanks very much to everyone for the help on this . . .   Mark Do you Yahoo!? Free online calendar with sync to Outlook(TM).

Re: [meteorite-list] Meteorite ID Number

Steve,   Was "a" always used for the first sample in a Ninninger series?   Mark   Do you Yahoo!? Free online calendar with sync to Outlook(TM).

[meteorite-list] More Park Forest Data

Dear List,   Spoke with Chris Zeilenga of Beecher, IL this evening. Chris reported to the Chicago Tribune that his home experienced impacts from PF material. He relayed some information that may help understand the dynamics of material dispersion in airbursts. I was interested in Chris because Beec

Re: [meteorite-list] Fwd: Meteorite particles

Travis BE-ALERT? This whole Elma, Washington thing has smacked of Green Acres from the start. Pedestrians beware . . . Zsa Zsa Gabor's in town!   Kindest Regards,   Mark Do you Yahoo!? Free online calendar with sync to Outlook(TM).

[meteorite-list] Park Forest Strewn Field

Dear List,   As most of you know, I'm working on a crater-possible area in Southern California. This area, I believe, shows evidence of a complex event characterized by an airbust explosion of a main mass which is "followed in" by what I term as "break up companions"; pieces of the main mass that s

Re: [meteorite-list] Park Forest Strewn Field

Sonny & List,   So far as I know Sonny, we are struggling to come to terms with this type of strewn field for the first time by hashing it out amongst ourselves. Sterling K. Webb was very close to the mark by pointing to the “pre-airburst breakup companions” but he couldn’t find reason for the ext

[meteorite-list] Help with classification / ID

Dear List,   I have something a little different for you all today. Last week I purchased a Hupe unclassified Saharan cut individual which, of course, Greg and Adam shipped with lightning speed (thanks guys).   On superficial observation this 90 gram individual looked to be a standard L6 chondrite

RE: [meteorite-list] Help with classification / ID

Dear Joe and List,   It may well be weathering/conversion Joe. However, I would not expect such acute weathering in a Saharan find. In addition I would expect the shiny metal inclusions, which I assume to be high-nickel, to remain in place unaffected within a hematite conversion matrix. I could be

RE: [meteorite-list] Help with classification / ID

Dear List,   In answer to my own question, I've decided that the unclassified Saharan looks hauntingly similar to one of Bob Verish's unclassified Gold Basin finds which can be seen here: http://www.geocities.com/bolidechaser/bobzfindings6/glorieta/gb459cu.jpg    Thank you Bob for that great pictur

[meteorite-list] New Park Forest Finds

Dear List,   I have just returned from PF with two new finds. I can attest that the urban hunting experience is truly unique. ;-) Metal detectors are useless when hunting for ordinary chondrites in these settings. There is just too much trash for the all metal mode to work properly. The forest pres

[meteorite-list] Ebay auction (my first)

Dear List,   Anyone wanting a shot at one of my newly found Park Forest individuals need only go here to bid:   http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=2186523248   Kindest Regards,   Mark Do you Yahoo!? Free online calendar with sync to Outlook(TM).

Re: [meteorite-list] Ebay auction (my first)

Dave,   Those appear to me to be nicks from impact with the asphalt. This specimen was in a position to recieve maximum sun and rain as well as the occasional car running over it.   Kindest Regards,   Mark Do you Yahoo!? Free online calendar with sync to Outlook(TM).

Re: [meteorite-list] Park Forest predicted strewnfield map

Robert,   Here are the details of my recent PF finds:   Find #1 Coordinates 41.49398 N, -87.67649 W; July 30, 2003 Norwood Square Shopping Center, Park Forest IL, 60466 60 grams; 30% crust at best; deeply cracked; 1.25x1.25x1.5   Find #2 Coordinates 41.49632 N, -87.67601 W;

Re: [meteorite-list] Norwood Square Shopping center , Park Forest Update

Bob And List,   The meteorite was behind the main building within an area that had been completely fenced off for some reason (it's half fenced off now). Just laying in the middle of the asphalt.   I'm very sorry you had no luck Bob, but it was worth a shot.   Kindest Regards,   Mark Do you Yahoo!?

[meteorite-list] Park Forest Auction #2

Dear List,   Well, the PF "golf ball" didn't sell. I know, I know it was pretty weathered. Let's see if it can make some nice slices. I didn't want to do this, but finances force me to offer my 75g crusted PF individual also found on July 30, 2003. You get a three day crack at it.   http://cgi.ebay

Re: [meteorite-list] Did meteorite slam Oakland? Field Report

was reported back on July 10 by many observers in Paso Robles, Pozo and was even possibly filmed by a TV reporter in Fresno. There were also reports of impact(s). None of this, to my knowledge, has been followed up.   Kindest Regards, Mark Jackson COMPUTERS, DVD's, DRUGSTORE TOYS, GOLF EQUIPMEN

Re: [meteorite-list] Elma Status?

Dear List,   I personally witnessed ball lightning in the AZ desert only 6 months ago and it was probably the most intense and dramatic event I've ever witnessed. Ball lightning does exist and it can last for several minutes; the one I saw lasted over two full minutes. As a matter of fact, the one

Re: [meteorite-list] NEW BLOOD

Michael and The List,   There are few rewards greater than sparking the imagination of children. I personally enjoy spreading the meteorite message to them because they are so keenly receptive to the rocks. The first time I did this with meteorites was with two little girls across the street from m

[meteorite-list] Massive Blackout Hits Northeastern States

Dear List   Just in case you guys don't know a huge power blackout has hit U.S. northeastern cities spreading from New York to Cleveland and Detroit and north into Toronto, Canada about 1 hour ago.   Kindest Regards, Mark Jackson COMPUTERS, DVD's, DRUGSTORE TOYS, GOLF EQUIPMENT, T

[meteorite-list] Ebay auction (my first)

Dear List,   One and a half days left to get a bonafide Park Forest complete individual. I have lowered the starting bid and dropped the reserve to entice bids. I will not offer this individual again so be sure to look it over.   http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=3239&item=2186

[meteorite-list] Hello Again

stro-ph/0204346   Anyway, it's good to be back.   Kindest Regards,    Mark Jackson Chaosity Meteoritics [EMAIL PROTECTED]   Do you Yahoo!? Exclusive Video Premiere - Britney Spears

Re: [meteorite-list] Latest Ebay meteorite scam

Bob & List   [hanging head]   That is pretty shameless, I have to admit. The worse part is that by couching the stone as a Gao, he/she has exposed thier blatant intent to defraud. That's too bad.  Mark Jackson Chaosity Meteoritics [EMAIL PROTECTED]   Do you Yahoo!? Exclusive Video

Re: [meteorite-list] Is this a meteorite or just a wierd rock?

reddish and the weak magnet signature will tell you hematite has been found, but I'm no expert so be sure to find one if there's a question. Good luck and keep searching!Mark Jackson Chaosity Meteoritics [EMAIL PROTECTED]   Do you Yahoo!? New Yahoo! Photos - easier uploading and sharing

[meteorite-list] Dry Lake Grand Tour

Greetings List,   I am back in civilization for a short time to enjoy my birthday, Christmas and a short respite before setting up my meteorite/thunderegg shop at the Quartzite Gem & Mineral Show in AZ. My "team" and I have been touring the southern and central California dry lakes and thier enviro

Re: [meteorite-list] Dry Lake Grand Tour

me of year to search that area; of that I have little doubt.    Mark Jackson Chaosity Meteoritics [EMAIL PROTECTED]   Do you Yahoo!? New Yahoo! Photos - easier uploading and sharing

Re: [meteorite-list] Dry Lake Grand Tour

power spotlight, a couple of tubes of JB-WELD (for instant sealing of oil and trans pan leaks) AND enough oil and trans fluid to replace a leak situation, 3) relax . . . there's nothing you can't get out if you have this stuff.   Give a shout if you guys need some extra hands!    Mark J

Re: [meteorite-list] Dry Lake Grand Tour

Cavalier wagon with an X-Cargo on top!) . . . we stopped traffic on I-15. :-) . . . j/k   Thanks for the good words Rob; you guys set the standard out here and reading of your searches and Bob's were a good part of my inspiration for attempting it. Thanks!    Mark Jackson Chaosity Meteoritics [

Re: [meteorite-list] Dry Lake Grand Tour

Park Forest fall (this, it would seem, was probably everyone's best chance to get in). They did not reply to 3 private letters offering various appeals to thier sensibilities.   I tried . . . but no cigar.  Mark Jackson Chaosity Meteoritics [EMAIL PROTECTED]   Do you Yahoo!? New Yahoo! Photos - e

Re: [meteorite-list] Dry Lake Grand Tour

Mike and List,   We use the flags also since there are three people sharing one Garmin and one camera; and yes it's also the best way to start the expanding circle search for pairings.   I was wondering . . . has anyone on this list been to Sevier Lake in Utah or the Carson Sink alkalai flat in Nev

Re: [meteorite-list] Dry Lake Stewnfields??

ed by an expanding circle search out to at least a couple of hundred yards for pairings.   Happy holidays folks . . .  Mark Jackson Chaosity Meteoritics [EMAIL PROTECTED]   Do you Yahoo!? New Yahoo! Photos - easier uploading and sharing

[meteorite-list] Portales Valley and PF SF's

help us there. I remember that the PF upper level winds were left to right and made the SFseem to  elongate in a perpendicular fashion to the velocity vector.   Happy Holidays guys!Mark Jackson Chaosity Meteoritics [EMAIL PROTECTED]   Do you Yahoo!? New Yahoo! Photos - easier uploading and sharing

Re: [meteorite-list] Portales Valley and PF SF's

Rex and List,   That's an interesting point Rex. I have seen that effect. One of my theories about Park Forest had been that it may have been a multi-stage breakup followed by a detonating main mass. Once breakoff pieces separate, they immediately lose energy to the process of seeking aerodynamic e

[meteorite-list] Lunar/Martian controversy

ivable? Is it really "in range" and not anomalous to begin with?   Meteortically yours,Mark Jackson Chaosity Meteoritics [EMAIL PROTECTED]   Do you Yahoo!? New Yahoo! Photos - easier uploading and sharing

Re: [meteorite-list] Lunar/Martian controversy

to be resolved and I've been working very hard to do just that; the first North American lunars need to be located to offset Mr. Verish's LA's!  Mark Jackson Chaosity Meteoritics [EMAIL PROTECTED]   Do you Yahoo!? New Yahoo! Photos - easier uploading and sharing

Re: [meteorite-list] Meteoright?

Doug and List,   Can't seem to bring in your photo. Try www.webshots.com ; it's a winner. I'll reserve comment until I can see your piece.   Happy holidays to all and see you in Tuscon!Mark Jackson Chaosity Meteoritics [EMAIL PROTECTED]   Do you Yahoo!? Yahoo! Photos - Get your p

RE: [meteorite-list] TRY THIS !!!!!!

es.   I always get a kick out of the new observations that always come out of astronomers getting looks at galaxies 12 billion light years away and such. My first reaction is always "Better look out behind you then; that thing's likely coming back around to hit you!"   Greetings

[meteorite-list] To Mike Farmer

Mike,   I want to take a moment (I think we all do) and wish you and your wife as much comfort and peace as possible for Christmas. We struggle to put ourselves in your shoes to know your feelings and find we cannot; so instead we offer you our thoughts and prayers. Thank you for all you've done to

Re: [meteorite-list] chondrites never seen before!

Not even I . . . would attempt to postulate such ridiculity.   May A Power Greater Than Us All Help Us . . . Do you Yahoo!? Free online calendar with sync to Outlook(TM).

Re: [meteorite-list] Get rid of all your meteorites before it's too late!

OK. I dumped them all in the local pond.       . . . just kidding :-) Do you Yahoo!? Free online calendar with sync to Outlook(TM).

Re: [meteorite-list] impact area

Books: Rocks From Space by O. Richard Norton      Cambridge Encyclopedia Of Meteorites   http://www.vftn.org/projects/moschkau/index.htm   http://www.unb.ca/passc/ImpactDatabase/   http://astrogeology.usgs.gov/   A few things to get you started . . . good luck. Impacts are a bear to prov

Re: [meteorite-list] impact area

It is unrelated Steve. The gentleman is in the Ozarks.   Proof is coming. One way or the other. I trust you'll accept the assessment of a Caltech impact geologist. He won't be back from Australia 'til August though. There's a member of this list who might be able to tell us much sooner however. Ma

Re: [meteorite-list] impact area

Paul,   Respectfully, Steve is talking about MY hypothesized California impact area. I also subscribe to possible volcanic origin.   No abstract yet. Just pictures of some materials and surface structures.   http://community.webshots.com/user/b0rtz/   Mark Do you Yahoo!? Free online calendar with

Re: [meteorite-list] Meteorite ????

It's the biggest piece thier bandsaw could cut off?   Mark Do you Yahoo!? Free online calendar with sync to Outlook(TM).

Re: [meteorite-list] impact area

I . . . Mark Jackson am in CA. Not in Arkansas. The gentleman who began this thread, I believe, is in the Ozarks somewhere. At least his ISP would indicate such. In any case, he is in no way affiliated with my find. Do you Yahoo!? Free online calendar with sync to Outlook(TM).

[meteorite-list] Re: Impact area in Ozarks

No offense taken at all sir. Best of luck with your find, if you intend to pursue it.   Mark Do you Yahoo!? Free online calendar with sync to Outlook(TM).

Re: [meteorite-list] What in the heck is this?

This look like . . . 625 grams of solder bent in a pink press brake?   Mark Do you Yahoo!? Free online calendar with sync to Outlook(TM).