UFO Nyt - Marts 1960

Magazine Overview

Title: UFO-NYT
Issue Date: March 1960
Publisher: S.U.F.O.I. (Scandinavian UFO-investigation)
Country of Publication: Denmark
Language: Danish

This issue of UFO-NYT, dated March 1960, serves as a platform for the Scandinavian UFO-investigation (S.U.F.O.I.) organization to disseminate information and foster interest in the UFO phenomenon. The magazine aims to present various aspects of UFO research without necessarily endorsing all the views expressed by its contributors.

Press Culture and Media Portrayal

An article titled "Press Culture" by Frank Pedersen, leader of SUFOI-Denmark, addresses the media's coverage of UFOs. Pedersen criticizes Danish newspapers, particularly Jyllands-Posten, for sensationalism and biased reporting. He notes that articles by individuals who have left SUFOI are readily published, while contributions from the organization's leadership are often rejected. Pedersen argues that while journalists cannot be omniscient, they should make an effort to understand the subjects they cover, emphasizing the importance of presenting both sides of a story.

Key Articles and Reports

UFO-Ulykke (UFO Accident)

This section features a detailed account by architect Enrico Bossa, a former pilot in the Italian Air Force, of his encounter on May 15, 1950, in the Argentine pampas. Bossa describes finding a landed, disk-shaped craft approximately 300 meters from the road. He entered the craft, which was about 10 meters in diameter and 4 meters high, and found it to be dimly lit. Inside, he observed a seated man in a gray overall, two other men on divans appearing deceased, and various instruments. He noted the craft's polished chrome surface, windows, and a strange lamp. After exiting, he experienced difficulty starting his car, which he attributed to the UFO's influence. Later, he observed two smaller UFOs and a cigar-shaped mothership ascending vertically at high speed.

Film with UFO Destroyed Mysteriously

A brief report mentions a case where a film showing a UFO was allegedly tampered with by Air Force investigators after Gene Schaeffer, a pharmaceutist from Wyoming, reported seeing two flying objects. Schaeffer's film was returned with the UFO images unclear, leading him to suspect interference.

Kontakt i Norge (Contact in Norway)

This article recounts an experience from August 20, 1954, where two sisters, Edith Jacobsen and Asta Solvang, allegedly met a visitor from another world near a bog in Mosjoen, Norway. The visitor, who spoke an unknown, soft, and melodic language, was described as having pleasant features and wearing a loose garment. He communicated through gestures and drawings. The sisters were then led to a strange, gray-blue machine, resembling two stacked pots, about 3.5 meters in diameter. After the visitor entered, the machine emitted a humming sound and ascended rapidly.

UFO-samarbejde (UFO Cooperation)

Frank Pedersen discusses the establishment of a cooperation committee between SUFOI KBH, UFO 54, and DISK. The aim is to improve mutual information exchange and strengthen the UFO work in Denmark. Pedersen expresses hope that this collaboration will lead to a fruitful exchange of information beneficial to all involved organizations and the UFO cause.

Literature Reviews

This section introduces a new initiative by SUFOI-Horsens to review UFO books monthly. The reviews will focus on the content of the books, aiming to identify those with a factual basis rather than sensationalism. Books can be purchased from Tysk Bogimport A/S in Copenhagen.

#### Gavn Gibbons: The Coming of the Space Ships

This review discusses Gavn Gibbons' book, which explores his personal UFO observations and theories. Gibbons believes that flying saucers have been present for centuries and that extraterrestrials are planning mass landings. He argues that governments are withholding UFO information due to fear of public panic. The review details Gibbons' classification of UFOs into four types: 'VULYA' (large disk-shaped craft), 'VUNU' (cigar-shaped motherships), 'VIMANA' (disk-shaped scout ships), and 'VIDYA' (spherical or hemispherical craft). He also presents three theories about the origin of these beings, including a hypothesis about a highly advanced civilization from a destroyed planet named 'Mallona' that may have colonized other planets or asteroids.

Spørgsmål og svar (Questions and Answers)

This Q&A section addresses several inquiries:

• Question 21: When will the government release UFO information? The answer, attributed to an individual from the Department of State, suggests that while official acknowledgment is unlikely, the ministry possesses confirming evidence and encourages continued work in the field.
• Question 22: Regarding Earth satellites and a rumored Soviet rocket destroying a satellite with a bomb, the answer states this is false. It mentions that satellites are closely monitored by extraterrestrial craft and that a planetary disturbance might affect their movement.
• Question 23: How can one meet a spaceman and get a ride in their craft? The answer indicates that such encounters are arranged by the extraterrestrials themselves and that direct requests cannot be fulfilled. It also warns against individuals claiming to be from other planets, suggesting many are impostors.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue revolve around UFO sightings, the investigation of these phenomena, the potential for extraterrestrial contact, and the role of government and media in disclosing or concealing information. The editorial stance, as expressed by Frank Pedersen, emphasizes the need for factual reporting, balanced perspectives, and organized cooperation among UFO research groups. There is a clear effort to distinguish between sensationalism and genuine investigation, encouraging readers to approach UFO topics with critical thinking while remaining open to the possibility of extraterrestrial presence.

Title: UFO-NYT
Issue: 43
Date: January 1960 (based on content referencing early 1960 reports)

This issue of UFO-NYT, a Danish publication focused on unidentified flying objects, details numerous sightings and related phenomena reported in late 1959 and early 1960, primarily from Denmark and Norway.

UFO Reports from Scandinavia

The magazine begins by detailing UFO observations across Scandinavia. Between January 16 and February 15, 1960, SUFOI (a Danish UFO research organization) received 17 reports from Denmark and 2 from Norway. For Denmark, these reports were distributed as follows: 1 from October 1959, 3 from December 1959, 10 from January 1960, and 3 from February 1960. The Norwegian reports were from December 1959 and January 1960.

Cumulatively, SUFOI had received 1087 reports up to that point, with 311 before January 1959, 762 from 1959, and 14 from 1960.

Several specific incidents are described:

• October 10 (Denmark): A man in Ry, Jutland, observed disc-shaped objects flying west at 10-15 km/h, approximately 5-6 meters high, with a wingspan similar to a jet fighter. The objects had deep, saucer-like indentations.
• December 1 (Denmark): Between 19:45 and 20:30, two white, brightly colored objects were seen over Kongens Lyngby, moving erratically at high speeds estimated at 2000-3000 km/h. They appeared to be 'chasing' each other. Around 20:15, one object's light dimmed and turned reddish before regaining brightness.
• December 18 (Denmark): A boy in St. Heddinge saw a white object, the size of a 35 cm globe, moving from the north. His mother also observed it moving horizontally and vertically, sometimes stopping. The observation lasted about 20 minutes before the object disappeared to the south.
• December 31 (Denmark): Two men observed two objects near the shopping square, described as deep saucers facing upwards, with a wingspan like a jet fighter and about 5-6 meters high. They were completely silver and had windows spaced about 25 cm apart. The objects flew west at 10-15 km/h, very low over the ground.

Further Danish Reports:

• January 5 (Denmark): An orange-yellow object, 60-70 cm in diameter, was seen near Glentevej - Hadsundvej in Randers at 23:30. It flew at normal walking speed, about 80 meters high, emitting faint, intermittent whistling sounds. It suddenly accelerated and changed color as it moved over the buildings.
• January 5 (Denmark): A luminous sphere was observed making sharp angular turns over Hals - Aalborg, moving towards Karlsvognen (the Big Dipper).
• January 8 (Denmark): Two orange, brightly lit oval objects were seen moving at high speed from the southwest over Kolding. They suddenly stopped, reversed direction in an arc towards the south, and disappeared over the rooftops with increasing speed.
• January 9 (Denmark): Two reports: One from Kolding described a small, pea-sized blue object moving from northeast to southwest. Another from Randers reported a red object, 8-10 cm in diameter, passing from northwest to southeast at about 100 km/h.
• January 10 (Denmark): Two people observed about 50 objects passing from southwest to northeast at approximately 500 km/h over Randers.
• January 16 (Denmark): Three reports from the Struer area: A man in Skive saw a large, brass-colored flash in the east at 15:40. In Bonnet, a student saw three round, light green objects, the foremost being the largest. At 17:25 in Struer, a meteor-like object was seen moving north-northeast, trailing fire and splitting into two parts before disappearing at a 45-degree angle, estimated to be faster than Sputnik.
• January 21 (Denmark): An orange oval object appeared in the northwest over Birkerød. It stopped, vibrated, and its light pulsed. Two smaller, brightly lit objects were ejected from its ends, moving up and down. After about 10 minutes, the main object disappeared rapidly towards the zenith.
• January 30 (Denmark): A man cycling between Skovby and Aabenraa saw an orange light. He stopped to observe, and then saw another object directly below the first. Both objects then exploded in a flash of light and disappeared instantly.
• February 1 (Denmark): A red sphere, twice the size of a star, was seen moving diagonally downwards from Gandrup.
• February 2 (Denmark): At 19:02, a brightly lit object, comparable in size to the largest stars, was seen over Dalgas Boulevard in Copenhagen, moving in a steady arc at jet-like speed and disappearing behind a building to the southeast.
• January 23 (Denmark): A farmer near Ærø observed a luminous object about 25 meters away at 23:40. The object, about 85 cm in diameter, had a light of varying intensity. It moved up and down about 5 meters above the ground, then stopped, moved about 30 meters east, and descended to within 2 meters of the ground. A blue, misty halo formed around it before it disappeared rapidly to the southwest. His wife and mother-in-law also witnessed this.

Norwegian Reports:

• December 10 (Norway): Two people in Bergen saw a yellow object, moon-sized, descending like a shooting star. It suddenly changed direction and ascended westwards.
• January 13 (Norway): Two people near Fana observed a saucer-shaped red-yellow object over Nordåsvannet. It hovered for 8-9 minutes before disappearing to the northeast, first slowly, then faster, possibly at 150 km/h.

Detector Alerts

One detector alert was received on January 24 at 12:03 from Syriensvej in Copenhagen. The alert was strong, but no observation was made due to cloudy weather.

International Incidents

• July 6, 1959 (Princeton, Illinois, USA): A UFO was reported hovering over the intersection of Highways 6 and 89 south of Ladd, at an altitude of about 1000 feet. It appeared as a large white light with a smaller light to its side. The object moved slowly west and was later reported over Princeton. Two farmers and officials followed it, noting no sound.
• July 7, 1959 (Bremerton, Washington, USA): A dark brown, cylinder-shaped object was seen at 16:30, moving from northeast to south, overtaking and passing two airplanes.

Scientific Considerations

A Gallup poll in Germany revealed that 34% of people over 18 believe in intelligent life on other planets, 36% do not, and 30% leave it to science. The positive responses were more common among those with higher education.

The magazine discusses the public's growing familiarity with the idea of extraterrestrial life. It also touches upon the 'rocket fever' leading to private rocket experiments, which have been banned in many countries, including the USA, except for authorized rocket clubs. The article notes the lack of similar bans on nuclear experiments by superpowers.

Reports from France mention the harvesting of radioactive dust near the MARCOULE nuclear test site without official explanation. In SALTHOLM, rainwater was declared radioactive and undrinkable, also without official comment.

Dr. Betty Lou Raskin is mentioned for developing a protective plastic against radiation. The article suggests that significant resources might be allocated to finding radiation protection, similar to current funding for bomb experiments.

In the USA, a generator has been developed that converts concentrated solar heat into electrical energy using an electron tube. This technology is being considered for spacecraft propulsion.

A new space theory from the USA suggests the universe is filled with a light gas. According to Dr. Serge A. Korff and Dr. Arthur Buser, the rotation of Earth's magnetic field creates electrical impulses in this gas, forming a magnetic field extending thousands of miles. NICAP has also discussed tapping electromagnetic force from space. The article speculates about Professor Hermann Oberth's electric spaceship.

Specific Case: Brazil

Judge Gabriel Barbosa de Andrade of Ceres, Goias, Brazil, reported an observed disc. He personally interviewed witnesses, including mining engineer Mignel Espanhol and his chauffeur.

• October 10, 1957 (Goiania, Brazil): While driving near Quebracoco, Espanhol and his chauffeur were blinded by a bright light. They saw a large machine hovering silently in the air about 2 km away. The light illuminated the entire area. Later, while sitting in their truck, the UFO descended directly above them, flying low without sound. It landed about 40 meters away, hovering 6 meters above the ground. Red position lights were visible, and a door opened, revealing a staircase. Seven individuals emerged, appearing human-like with long hair and luminous upper clothing. They stood for about 3 minutes, observing the truck with interest. The truck's engine would not start. The UFO was approximately 140 meters long and 40 meters high, resembling two stacked saucers with an antenna on top. A connecting piece between the saucers housed the door and the crew. The seven individuals re-entered the machine, the door closed, and it ascended rapidly, stopping at 500 meters altitude. A smaller disc was then released, flying north, while the main UFO flew south.

Other International Reports

• October 18, 1959 (Wormer, Netherlands): A star-shaped hole, about 17 inches wide, was found in a meadow. A loud whining sound was heard on September 17 at 03:00. Investigations using a metal rod could not reach the bottom of the hole at 100 feet. Another farmer reported a similar hole in July 1959. The Dutch government confiscated the land and declared it a restricted area, guarded by police.
• February 4 (Location unspecified): Captain H. Dunker, co-pilot, and engineer (PAA) observed a luminous object ahead, which stopped, changed colors, changed course, stopped again, and then ascended.
• San Jose, Costa Rica: A tower operator reported an oval object flying across the airport. A captain on the Liberian ship SS Ore Regent saw a shining, slow-moving object for 14 minutes.
• February 7 (Atlantic City, New Jersey): A radio technician reported a giant saucer-shaped object with square windows, hovering at low altitude.
• February 25 (Watsonville, California): Surveyors observed an elliptical object after an explosion-like sound. The object hovered overhead before moving southwest and disappearing. Land inspectors confirmed the sighting.

SUFOI Publications and Services

SUFOI is launching several new publications and services:

• Technical Study Booklet: Starting April 1, SUFOI will release a monthly 12-page technical study booklet in print, covering topics directly or indirectly related to UFOs, including astronomy, magnetism, theories, and contact reports. The price is 1 DKK per issue, with subscription options for 3, 6, or 12 months. Orders can be placed through Tysk Bogimport or SUFOI, Vojens.
• Kosmologi Booklet: Also starting April 1, a booklet titled "Kosmologi" will be published, written by Herman Hiemenz. It will cover topics such as flying saucers, what cosmology is, the appearance of space beings, life, perception, science, and cosmology, space beings and dimensions, and conventional thinking. The price is 3.80 DKK. Orders can be placed through Tysk Bogimport or SUFOI, Vojens.
• "Tilvænningsprogram" (Acclimatization Program): This program, initiated by George Adamski and involving contactees from other planets, will be detailed in print, similar to the study booklets. Interested individuals can get more information by contacting Vojens.
• Detectors: SUFOI in Måløv offers compass needles (18 cm long, with contact sensors, priced at 5 DKK) and detectors (priced at 45 DKK). The detectors are portable, have a built-in bell with a relay, and a light for night observation. Delivery time for compass needles is immediate, and for detectors, 8 days. They are sent cash on delivery.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently reports on UFO sightings, often providing detailed descriptions of the objects, their movements, and perceived speeds. There is a clear interest in documenting these phenomena and presenting them to the public. The publication also engages with broader scientific and philosophical questions related to extraterrestrial life and the origins of civilization, often referencing international research and theories. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry into UFO phenomena, encouraging readers to report their observations and providing information on related research and publications. The inclusion of scientific considerations and international reports suggests an effort to contextualize UFO sightings within a wider scientific and global framework.