AESV - no 04 - Octobre 1976

Magazine Overview

This issue of the "BULLETIN DE LIAISON" from the A.E.S.V. (Association d'Etude sur les Soucoupes Volantes) dated October 1, 1976, focuses on the Viking mission to Mars and various UFO-related topics.

QUI OU NON POUR LA MISSION VIKING

The lead article discusses the Viking mission to Mars. It notes that while Viking I, which landed on July 4, 1976, in the Chryse region, conducted numerous interesting experiments, its mission controllers at the Pasadena Space Center concluded that it could not definitively determine the existence of life on the red planet. The article lists the elements detected by the probe: water (in the form of clouds, ice, or mist), ozone, nitrogen, oxygen (in very small quantities), and carbon dioxide. The presence of carbon dioxide is explained as a byproduct of respiration, but it does not prove the existence of life. The article states that even eminent specialists cannot confirm life on Mars and that results from Viking II, which landed on September 3, 1976, near Utopia Planitia, are awaited. The initial impression of the Martian surface from Viking II is one of desolation, with a gray soil dotted with rocks, craters, and impressive volcanoes reaching up to 24,000 meters. The Martian sky is described as pinkish, with violent storms and winds up to 200 kilometers per hour. The article concludes by suggesting that while awaiting further technical analysis, one can still dream.

LA PARAPSYCHOLOGIE, Pourquoi?

This section addresses the frequent question of why the AESV does not publicly focus on parapsychology. The association explains that while they founded their work on the principle of not publicly engaging with parapsychology since 1974, they believe that solid knowledge of PSI (parapsychological) phenomena is indispensable for a proper study of ufology, akin to needing astronomical knowledge. They note that many UFO groups dedicate significant space in their bulletins to parapsychology, which can dilute the focus on UFOs. The article suggests that ufology is a vast science requiring specialized sections. It recommends the review "PARAPSYCHOLOGIE" for those interested, though it rarely covers ufology. For information, readers are directed to the INSTITUT NATIONAL DE PARAPSYCHOLOGIE in Lyon. The AESV clarifies that they do not reject parapsychology, but rather see it as a necessary component for understanding ufology. The article highlights interesting parapsychological phenomena, such as Georges Adamski's telepathic communication with an extraterrestrial and the case of Betty and Barney Hill, who were interrogated under hypnosis after an alleged abduction. Telepathy and hypnosis are deemed useful tools for ufology. The text also mentions cases where witnesses are paralyzed yet conscious, a phenomenon studied by a private group called G.A.B.R.I.E.L., which identified specific brain areas involved. The article cautions against "affabulateurs" (fabricators) and sincere individuals who may misinterpret phenomena, citing an example of someone claiming daily greetings from Venusians. It warns against individuals like Siragusa or Ashtar Sheran, who claim to be extraterrestrials promoting peace through organizations like "Fraternité Cosmique," suggesting they hinder serious, objective groups.

Bibliographie

A list of recommended books is provided, including "COSMIC CONNECTION" by Carl Sagan, "MYSTERIEUSES SOUCOUPES VOLANTES" by Editions Albatros, "PRESENCE DES EXTRATERRESTRES" by Erich Von Daniken, and "SOUCOUPES VOLANTES, AFFAIRE SERIEUSE" by Frank Edwards.

Nouveaux Membres

New members Monsieur Jean Magnan and Madame Claudine Hautbois are welcomed. The new address for Monsieur Serge Leuba is also provided.

LETTRES DES CORRESPONDANTS

A new section, "Telle sera la nouvelle rubrique," is announced for Bulletin No. 5.

Nous vous rappelons

It is stated that articles published in the AESV Bulletin engage only the responsibility of their authors.

AVIS AUX CORRESPONDANTS

This section announces that the Bulletin will be published quarterly (every three months) and will serve as a link between those interested in UFO phenomena. To receive future issues, a fee of TEN FRANCS is requested every three months to cover printing and postage costs. Membership cards are included in this fee. Any surplus funds will be used to purchase books for the AESV library. Correspondents are invited to send articles, book excerpts, messages, and suggestions for topics to be covered.

BULLETIN d'ADHESION

An adhesion form is included for subscribing to the bulletin for six months (2 issues) or one year (4 issues) for TEN FRANCS, payable to Monsieur PERRY PETRAKIS.

OBSERVATION D'UN PHENOMENE LUMINEUX

This detailed report describes a sighting by Bernard Hiltpold, an 18-year-old student in Neuchâtel, Switzerland, on May 15, 1976, between 9:15 PM and 9:15 PM. Hiltpold, while participating in an Eclaireurs (Scouts) raid, was alone near the hamlet of Premier, about 5 km from Vallorbe. He observed two square, white lights, described as non-luminous but with "fairly strong" intensity, that appeared from behind a mountain. The lights were not bright enough to illuminate the surroundings and had no halo. Their contours were sharp and clearly visible. The lights would repeatedly turn on and off at intervals of approximately one second. Hiltpold heard no sound and perceived no background noise. The distance to the phenomenon was estimated to be 3 to 4 km, roughly the same distance as to the mountain. The lights moved towards the mountain, stopped, and then returned to a point midway between their previous stop and the mountain, taking the same amount of time as their initial approach. After about 10 to 15 minutes, the lights reappeared and stopped at the same location as before, taking another minute to cross the distance from the mountain. Hiltpold noted that the sky was not heavily overcast, with only 2/8 cloud cover, allowing stars to be visible, and there was significant wind. He did not hear any sound from the phenomenon. The witness described the experience as bizarre but did not find the phenomenon immaterial. He stated that before the observation, he considered UFOs to a certain extent but did not deny them, and after this experience, he is more inclined to "believe in the UFO phenomenon." He is known to be serious and not a prankster, and he has only shared his observation with a few people.

A supplementary map shows the geographical locations relevant to the sighting, including Vallorbe, Premier (850m), Mont d'Or (1454m), and Mont Tendre (1551m), with contour lines indicating elevations of 1250m and 1304m.

INFORMATIONS.... INFORMATIONS.... INFOR..

This section provides brief news items:

• Soyouz 21 and 22: Following the launch of Soyouz 21, the USSR launched Soyouz 22 on September 15, 1976, with cosmonauts Valeri Bykovski and Vladimir Aksenov, tasked with photographing the Earth. Their return was successful.
• Cosmos: The Soviet Union launched a new satellite named "Cosmos," the 856th in its series, as part of its space exploration program.
• UFO Symposium: A symposium on UFOs was scheduled to take place in Romilly sur Seine from February 11-13, 1977, organized by G.E.M.O.C. Speakers were expected to include J.P. Petit, Pierre Kohler, J.F. Lebrun (from CNRS), Mr. Muller, and possibly J.C. Bourret.
• COMMISSION D'ETUDES OURANOS: Friends in Marseille requested that all addresses for "Ouranos" be preceded by "COMMISSION D'ETUDES OURANOS" and not just "Ouranos."

OBSERVATIONS FAITES DEPUIS TROIS MOIS DE PAR LE MONDE

This section compiles several UFO sighting reports from around the world:

• July 22, 1976 (Nancy, France): Mr. Batt observed an orange, moon-shaped object inclined at 45 degrees. It emitted no sound, ascended, transformed into a triangular tail, and disappeared rapidly.
• July 27, 1976 (Vandoeuvre, France): A taxi driver reported being stopped by two silent, orange, immobile discs, later joined by a third red disc.
• July 27, 1976 (Moncelle-sur-Seille, France): Another taxi driver observed two orange "fireballs," estimated at 2m by 1.50m, which disappeared as if turned off.
• August 4, 1976 (Costes-cirgues, France): An automobilist saw an immobile, orange-red ball in a clear sky. Gendarmerie confirmed the sighting, with one witness describing the cylindrical object as disappearing like a flame.
• August 15, 1976 (Aix-en-Provence, France): A witness saw a yellow-orange ball, the size of a football, disappear like a light being extinguished.
• August 22, 1976 (Bouxwiller, France): Several people, including gendarmes, observed a UFO that approached their vehicle, changed shape (from egg to cigar), and was dazzling. Gendarmes observed it for several hours.

A VIVRE.... Mario de Sabato

This section reviews "25 AND A VIVRE," the second journal by Mario de Sabato, described as a "great seer" and disciple of Padre Pio. The book reportedly offers revelations about the "Age of Aquarius" and personal confidences on the purpose of life. De Sabato's predictions are claimed to be 90% accurate. He foresees an increase in drug addiction among youth, leading to new diseases. He predicts that men and women will increasingly live together without marriage, but that young people will form stronger family units. He criticizes the Church for its stance on divorce, holding it responsible for "martyred lives." De Sabato advises that one cannot change another person's character and that individuals eventually revert to their true personalities. He discusses the cyclical nature of life and souls, and the concept of eternal life. He examines cases of suicide, calling it an act of free will that destroys the cosmic life cycle and interrupts future incarnations. He notes that many people suffer from trauma due to solitude, emphasizing that one's best friend is oneself, yet people fear their own conscience. True happiness, he suggests, comes from reconciling the self with one's conscience, leading to unshakable peace. De Sabato identifies as Catholic but non-practicing, believing that once the synthesis of good and evil is understood and God is recognized within, external religious practices become less necessary. He states that prayer purifies the spirit and removes what is useless. Gandhi is quoted on the importance of prayer.

De Sabato also discusses the truth about meat consumption, arguing that it is derived from decaying cadavers laden with toxins and that a meat-based diet fosters cruelty, contrasting it with the peaceful nature of vegetarian animals. He believes humanity faces a choice between survival and degeneration, with cancer being curable but a new meat-related disease emerging. He touches upon future events, including the role of oil, China's expansion, the Catholic Church, and the "golden age." He predicts that the Muslim Empire will make grave errors leading to its downfall and that Arabs will fight amongst themselves, causing the fall of the Oil Empire, after which Europe will take years to recover but regain its oil autonomy.

Regarding nuclear energy, de Sabato states that humanity will not be able to control radioactivity, and waste disposal will remain unresolved, polluting the planet. Scientists will replace politicians, and natural energy sources will be favored. China will expand, invading or annexing Indochinese states and then attacking India and the USSR, but France, the Iberian Peninsula, Great Britain, Scandinavia, and Southern Italy will be spared. The period from 1975 to 1985 is described as a time of global turmoil, with the East revolting. A new era of prosperity and peace is predicted from 1985 to 1993, with 1898 marking the start of a "golden age." Pope Paul VI is identified as the penultimate Pope, with the Papacy being replaced by a College that will regulate Church affairs. A grand gathering of churches is foreseen, with the Catholic Church recognizing Anglicanism, Protestantism, Eastern Churches, and Orthodoxy, leading to collaboration among Christ-based religions.

With the "Age of Aquarius," before the end of the century, a new prophet will emerge, inspiring humanity to unite for peace and ushering in a new era and ideology. De Sabato concludes that after significant global upheavals in the coming 25 years, a new world order will emerge around the year 2000.

Le monde va très rapidement entrer...

This section continues de Sabato's predictions, stating that the world will rapidly enter a fabulous universe. Within twenty-five years, groundbreaking discoveries in electromagnetic, material, and gravitational energy will resolve current energy challenges. Wars will cease on French soil, and social levels will rise considerably. A United States of Europe will be created, with Paris as its super-capital. Leaders will be scientists, not politicians. Humanity has only 25 years to save itself. The current capitalist system is described as suicidal, and humanity can no longer afford to wait for extraterrestrials to solve its problems, save its species, repair errors, ensure equality, redistribute wealth, resolve family issues, or restore ecological balance and control radioactivity.

ATTENTION !......

A warning is issued to those purchasing binoculars or telescopes, cautioning against looking at the sun without a proper filter or smoked glass screen, as it is dangerous for the eyes.

L'avenir de l'humanité est entre les mains des savants...

De Sabato believes humanity's future rests with scientists who will lead their countries, chosen by the people over politicians. He foresees humans traveling to other planets in spacecraft within decades, establishing bases and observatories, and undertaking journeys to other territories. He firmly believes in extraterrestrials and possesses clairvoyant knowledge about them, stating they will visit soon to teach humanity wisdom. His advice and directives, both personal and concerning sexuality, offer solutions for humanitarian issues, particularly for young people, providing reasons for hope and encouraging efforts towards justice, equality, and world peace.

De notre Correspondant à Reims.

This is a sign-off from the correspondent.

AVIS

An announcement for a total solar eclipse on October 23, 1976, visible in Australia but not in France.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The bulletin consistently promotes a belief in UFO phenomena and extraterrestrial intelligence, viewing them as subjects requiring serious investigation. It also explores related fields like parapsychology and prophecy, suggesting a connection between these areas and the study of UFOs. The editorial stance appears to be one of open-minded inquiry, encouraging readers to share their observations and engage with the topics presented. There's a clear emphasis on the potential for profound revelations and future societal shifts, particularly through the lens of de Sabato's prophetic insights and the ongoing exploration of space and unexplained phenomena.

This issue of "DERNIERE HEURE....DERNIERE HEURE....DERNIERE HEURE.... DERNIERE HEURE....DERNIERE.." (Issue 232, dated September 22, 1976) focuses on recent UFO sightings reported in France and Iran. The publication is from the Observatoire des Parasciences, based in Marseille, France.

Reports of UFO Sightings

Haute-Marne, France (August 24, 1976)

Several witnesses in Haute-Marne observed two objects on the evening of August 24, 1976, between 10:00 PM and 10:15 PM. The objects were described as rotating at very high speed above Choignes, near Chaumont. Initially, their contours were blurred, and they appeared to follow each other. One object then separated from the other, moving towards Andelot while emitting light signals. The second object remained stationary for a moment before heading south and ceasing its light emission. At 10:35 PM, in the direction where the first object had disappeared, the sky turned orange and then white. Another person corroborated these accounts.

Vienne, France (July 31 and subsequent dates in August 1976)

Multiple sightings of a UFO were reported in the forest of Moulière, near Poitiers. The first incident occurred around 11:30 PM on July 31st, when an automobilist driving on the departmental road 20 towards Jaunay-Clan experienced a sudden failure of his radio, windshield wipers, headlights, and engine. Upon exiting his vehicle, he spotted a luminous red, cigar-shaped object approximately 300 meters away, hovering in the air. The object was described as having a nearly oval front end and a more tapered rear, measuring about a hundred meters in length. It remained static about 30 meters above the trees for a few seconds before moving from right to left.

Three weeks later, on August 21, 1976, at the same time, the same witness had the opportunity to take several photographs of an object that was slightly different from the first. This object was perfectly oval and measured between 25 and 30 meters. The witness took about twenty successful photos using a 24x36 Reflex telephoto lens, along with lenses of F50, F135, and F500. On September 8th, at approximately 8:50 AM, two witnesses, Mr. Jean-Marie Préchard (a model maker at INSEE) and his wife, observed a similar phenomenon at the same location.

Téhéran, Iran (September 18, 1976)

A UFO passing over Téhéran on Saturday, September 18th, caused some panic. Two Iranian "Phantom" fighter jets were scrambled to intercept the mysterious aerial object, which had been sighted from Mehrabad civil airport. According to the Téhéranian newspaper "Etelaat," the brilliant object, surrounded by a red, green, and blue light halo, was round and flying at an altitude of 1,800 meters. After being pursued, the object reportedly turned against its pursuers, who then attempted to fire upon it. However, they were allegedly prevented from doing so by a sudden "paralysis" of their entire electronic and radio systems. The newspaper also reported that, according to the pilots, a circular element measuring 4.5 meters in diameter detached from the main craft and landed on the ground south of Téhéran, but helicopter searches for it proved fruitless.

Andalusia, Spain (September 19, 1976)

In the region of Malaga, several fishermen reported seeing a UFO on Sunday, September 19, 1976, directly above the Strait of Gibraltar. From this UFO, several smaller objects detached and disappeared into the distance.

Contact Information and Copyright Notice

The issue concludes with contact information for the Observatoire des Parasciences, including a postal address in Marseille, France, and an email address. Links are provided to articles on "Ovni-Présence" and "Anomalies." A prominent note in both French and English warns against unauthorized reproduction or online distribution of the digital version of the publication, stating that only the version on the AFU (Archives For the Unexplained) website is authorized and that any other publication will be considered copyright infringement liable to prosecution.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring theme in this issue is the reporting of unexplained aerial phenomena (UAP/UFOs) based on witness testimonies and, in one case, photographic evidence. The editorial stance appears to be one of documenting and disseminating these reports, presenting them as credible accounts of unusual events. The inclusion of details such as object characteristics, witness locations, dates, and times, along with corroborating reports and photographic attempts, suggests a serious approach to the subject matter. The publication also emphasizes the importance of copyright and authorized distribution channels for its content.