AFU Newsletter - No 19 - 1980

Magazine Overview

This issue of AFU Nyhetsblad Newsletter, Nr. 19, published in April/September 1980, is from the Arkivet för UFO-forskning (AFU) in Sweden. It features articles on 'The esoteric intervention theory' and 'The continued story of the Imjärvi skiers part 2', along with extensive reviews of UFO literature and news from the Swedish UFO scene.

Editorial and Administrative Updates

The newsletter announces the relocation of AFU's library and archive to a new, larger space in Norrköping, Sweden. This move was necessitated by high rents and unsuitable locations in the Stockholm area. The new premises offer 38 square meters across two rooms at a reasonable rent. AFU is seeking donations of furniture and volunteer assistance for administrative tasks such as mailing, correspondence, and cataloging. The move also involves a shared cost for a press clipping subscription with UFO-Sverige. The new postal address is AFU, Box 11027, 600 11 Norrköping.

The editorial also highlights a strategic shift towards publishing more content in English. This decision is driven by the desire to create a more outward-facing voice for Swedish ufology and to facilitate international exchanges with researchers and publications. While acknowledging the wealth of material received in Swedish, the newsletter states it will not engage in direct competition with other Swedish UFO magazines but will instead place select articles in other publications like 'Sökaren' and 'UFO-Sverige-Aktuellt'. Future priorities include cataloging the collections, producing an English-language newsletter with reviews and articles on Swedish cases, and fostering international contacts.

Featured Articles

The esoteric intervention theory

This section presents a preliminary source study on the 'esoteric intervention theory'. It explores the concept of 'ultraterrestrials' and their alleged influence on human history and belief systems. The theory posits that various UFO cults and occult groups are manipulated by 'elitists' who serve 'dark gods' and seek to establish a 'hell-on-earth'. The article critiques simplistic black-and-white formulations of evil, suggesting that entities might be energy beings reacting to psychic atmospheres or even projections of human consciousness. It questions whether the 'Illuminati conspiracy' might be a divine conspiracy aimed at human evolution.

The continued story of the Imjärvi skiers - Part 2

This part concludes the retelling of the story of Aarno Heinonen, a Finnish contactee. Heinonen's account, shared in a letter from 1972, describes his interactions with 'ufonauts' who claimed to be highly educated beings, 5,000-7,000 years more advanced than humans. They explained that Earth's culture peaked before the ice age, but humans subsequently went down the wrong path, damaging their environment. The 'humanoids' then guided humanity, implying a benevolent intervention.

Swedish UFO Scene

Press Chronicle

A section titled 'Svensk Presskrönika' (Swedish Press Chronicle) reviews various articles and mentions from Swedish newspapers and magazines concerning UFOs. Topics include:

• A 'forteansk reality thriller' in Saxons about pilots disappearing.
• An information evening in Härnösand organized by UFO-Sundsvall.
• Anders Palm's discussion on whether metal fragments from the 'Vädde-fallet' are evidence of UFOs.
• A report on Gunnar Schelin's encounter with a 150 cm tall humanoid on Öland.
• Martin Larsson, a 13-year-old UFO representative, reporting incidents.
• A review of Nalle Weinstock's book 'Naturligt-övernaturligt' (Naturally-Supernatural).
• Criticism of a UFO book by Leif Janzon.
• Mentions of UFO-related articles in 'Fib/Aktuellt', 'Blekinge Läns Tidning', and 'Nerikes Allehanda'.
• Stig Aggestad's comments on the 'plotty, messy, or repetitive' nature of some UFO content.
• Lennart Karstorp's praise for a presenter's ability to gather and present facts.
• Bengt Axelsson's observation on humanity's inability to acknowledge the UFO problem.
• Positive reception for Boris Jungkvist's book 'Besökare från kosmos' (Visitors from Cosmos).
• Reviews of Johannes von Buttlar's 'UFO-Fenomenet'.
• A review of a book by Bengt Bengtsson, criticizing its biased presentation of UFO research.
• Mentions of the Borlänge Astronomiska Förening (BAF) and Söderköpings UFO-Förening.
• A report on the phenomenon in Fatima, Portugal.
• An announcement of the new magazine 'UFO-Sverige-Aktuellt' and its aim for more critical articles.
• A discussion about the funding of the 'Svensk UFO-80' event in Västerås and the use of tax money for UFO-related activities.
• Reports on the 'Närkontakt med Köping' (Close Encounter in Köping) UFO exhibition.
• A sighting of the 'Storsjöodjuret' (Great Lake Monster).
• An article on 'Oidentifierade flygande objekt' (Unidentified Flying Objects) by Leif Fröjd, featuring radar and pilot observations.
• An incident where cyclists were frightened by a large, hovering object with lights.
• A report of a 'rock-like' flying object landing in Strömstad.
• UFO-gruppen Cosmos visiting a landing site.
• The inauguration of a new club room for Enköpings UFO-förening.
• Carl-Axel Jonzon's views on how UFO research can enrich society.
• Frank Fontaine's prediction of a UFO visit that did not materialize.
• A report on Pentagon's development of stealth technology.
• Eugen Semitjov's article on crashed UFOs and 'retrieval' cases.
• A mention of lake monsters and ape-men in China.

Books and Booklets

The newsletter provides a comprehensive list of recently published books and booklets on UFOs and related topics, with brief descriptions and ordering information. Notable titles include:

• 'The Phita-delphia experiment' by Charles Berlitz & William Moore.
• 'Le nouveau défi des OVNI' by Jean-Claude Bourret.
• 'Beyond the four dimensions' by Karl Brunstein.
• 'UFO-fenomenet' by Johannes von Buttlar.
• 'The cosmic conspiracy' by Stan Deyo.
• 'The Andreasson Affair' by Raymond E. Fowler.
• 'UFO encounters fourth of the kind' by Art Gatti.
• 'Direct encounters : personal histories of UFO abductees' by Judith M Gansburg & Alan L Gansburg.
• 'Observing UFOs' by Richard F. Haines.
• 'UFO Phenomena and the Behavioral Scientist' edited by Richard F. Haines.
• 'The uninvited story' by Clive Harold.
• 'The Etherean Invasion' by John de Herrera.
• 'Besökare från kosmos' by Boris Jungkvist.
• 'Närkontakt' by Sherman Larsen.
• 'Phenomena: a book of wonders' by John Michell & Robert J M Rickard.
• 'UFO occupants and critters' by John Brent Musgrave.
• 'UFOs Gods chariots?' by Ted Peters.
• 'The Dyfed enigma' by Randall Jones Pugh & FW Holiday.
• 'UFOs : A British viewpoint' by Jenny Randles & Peter Warrington.
• 'UFOs here and now' by K. Gösta Rehn.
• 'Correct perspective of god and spaceman' by Ann Stellar.
• 'Fliegende Untertassen' by Rolf Strehl.
• 'The UFO crash/retrieval syndrome' by Leonard H Stringfield.
• 'Spucoupes volantes et civilisations d'outre-espace' by Guy Tarade.
• 'The House of Lords UFO debate' by Brinsley le Poer Trench & John Michel.
• 'The choppers...and the choppers' by Tom Adams.
• 'The Exculibur Briefing' by Thomas E Bearden.
• 'Strange encounters: Bizarre & eerie contacts with flying saucers' by Timothy Green Beckley.
• 'The Roswell incident' by Charles Berlitz & William Moore.
• 'UFO sightings, landings and abductions: the documented evidence' by Yurko Bondarchuk.
• 'The UFO connection' by Arthur Bray.
• 'The UFO cults' by Weldon Burge.
• 'Dossier OVNI : rapport et essai d'interprétation sur le presence d'OVNIs au Quebec' by Jean Casault.
• 'A Geo-bibliography of Anomalies' by George M Eberhart.
• 'Time for Truth' by John R Frick.
• 'UFO-ernes univers : kontakt med. andre verdener' by Gottfried Herberts.
• 'UFO's : a pictorial history from antiquity to the present' by David Carpenter Knight.
• 'An account of a meeting with denizens of another world, 1871' by William Robert Loosley.
• 'L'homme face a. l'enigme des OVNIS' by Reginald Marquis.
• 'The Night Mutilators : The horrifying story of cattle mutilations and the UFO connection' compiled by Gene Duplantier.
• 'Have You Lived On Other Worlds Before?' by Ruth Norman.
• 'Encounters of the Angelic Kind' by Brad Steiger.
• 'Reflections From an Angels Eye' by Brad & Francie Steiger.
• 'Guardians of the universe?' by Ronald Story.

Magazines

The newsletter also reviews recent issues of various UFO magazines and bulletins:

• The APRO Bulletin (Feb. 1980): Features an article on a 'Code of ethics' for UFO investigators by L.J. Lorenzen, emphasizing scientific detachment and protection of witnesses.
• Awareness (Spring 1980): Discusses 'MIBS and the intelligence community' and suggests that UFO-related harassment may become explicable in extraterrestrial terms.
• Center for UFO Studies Bulletin (Spring 1980): Includes an overview of the 'British UFO scene', 'Cattle mutilations', and 'UFO crashes'.
• The Cosmic Science Research Center Newsletter (May 1980): Contains channeled messages from extraterrestrials regarding Armageddon and new civilizations.
• Gnome News (Spring 1980): Explores the idea that 'flying saucers' might represent fairies, fitting into a broader mythology.
• Journal UFO (June 1980): Features articles on 'UFOs and the Men In Black Phenomenon' and 'violent MIB-cases'.
• New England UFO Newsletter (April 1980): Includes a paper on 'UFOs: The Psychic Connection' and reports on UFO investigations.
• Reports on Current Research (Winter 1980): Focuses on 'mystery animals in Michigan' and 'Bigfoot'.
• Res Bureau Bulletin (June 1980): Announces its final issue due to financial difficulties.
• Science Frontiers (Spring 1980): Features highlights from current literature and new sourcebooks on scientific anomalies.
• UFO Research Australia Newsletter (March-April 1980): Presents the proposition that UFOs are mechanically constructed spacecraft from other planets, with some internal disagreement noted.

New Publications in the AFU Library

A significant portion of the newsletter is dedicated to listing new acquisitions in the AFU library. These include books and booklets from various international authors, covering a wide range of UFO topics, from specific cases and historical accounts to theoretical discussions and contactee experiences. The list is extensive, providing titles, authors, publishers, and publication details.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

This issue of AFU Nyhetsblad reflects a growing internationalization of UFO research, with a clear emphasis on English-language content to reach a wider audience. There is a continued interest in historical cases, theoretical frameworks like the 'esoteric intervention theory', and the phenomenon of contactees. The newsletter also serves as a vital resource for cataloging and disseminating information about UFO literature through its extensive book and magazine reviews. The editorial stance appears to be one of objective reporting and research, encouraging critical analysis while acknowledging the breadth of the UFO phenomenon. The move to Norrköping signifies a commitment to maintaining and expanding the AFU archive and library as a central resource for UFO research in Sweden and beyond.

This issue of "UFO-Information" (Vol. 16, Issue 4/1980), published by AFU in Sweden and dated September 22, 1980, focuses on humanoid visitations and UFO sightings, with a strong emphasis on cases from Finland and Sweden. The magazine explores alleged alien contact, the nature of UFO phenomena, and the potential for psychological or esoteric manipulation. The primary articles detail the experiences of Finnish witness Aarno and Swedish witness Lilli-Ann Karlsson.

Aarno's Encounters and the "Esoteric Intervention Theory"

The issue delves into the extensive and often bizarre experiences of a Finnish witness named Aarno, whose accounts date back to the 1970 incident. Aarno claims that humanoids, responsible for an ice age and the creation of "ancestors," are now attempting to cleanse Earth's atmosphere using a new device. He was allegedly "inoculated" with an alien device that functions as a transmitter-receiver, giving humanoids access to his thoughts. Aarno also reports gaining extra-sensory powers, such as precognition, as a gift from these humanoids.

A significant event described is Aarno's encounter on September 4, 1972, where a woman floated down from a "cloud" at an altitude of 20 meters. This woman, whom Aarno had met before, claimed to be from another planet and gave him her hand, revealing a thin glove. She then re-entered the cloud-like object, which ascended rapidly.

Another incident on December 10, 1972, involved Aarno spotting a UFO with a red cupola in the woods near Västervik, Sweden, at the same location as the 1970 encounter. He was frightened and reported it to his neighbor, who was skeptical.

Aarno's story continues with an encounter where a girl, described as having a luminous yellow dress and shoes emitting beams, appeared to him. She took his camera, and both she and the camera disappeared. He also found an egg-shaped stone with a "T" symbol, which he believed had strange powers and caused him physical discomfort.

On New Year's Eve 1972, Aarno was instructed to throw the stone into a lake. He later encountered a large, red, axe-like object that appeared and disappeared. The article notes that Aarno often experienced these events alone.

The magazine then introduces the "Esoteric Intervention Theory," explored by Håkan Blomqvist. This theory, drawing on the work of authors like Jacques Vallee and John Keel, suggests that UFO phenomena might be staged or manipulated by hidden groups or entities. These groups could possess advanced technology or psychic powers, influencing human consciousness and reality. The theory posits that such groups might have existed since ancient times, possibly linked to "Lesser Brotherhoods" or "Lemurian philosophy," and could be using UFOs as a means to gain public attention or condition societal beliefs.

References are made to various books and articles, including Eklal Kueshana's "The Ultimate Frontier," Richard Kieninger's "Observations I," and Charles Leadbeater's "The Astral Plane," which discuss secret brotherhoods and their potential influence.

The Lilli-Ann Karlsson Case

The issue also features a report from "Västerviks-Tidningen" about Lilli-Ann Karlsson, a young girl from Västervik, Sweden. On the night of December 3-4, 1979, she experienced a sighting on the Brevik hills. She saw a luminous object hovering about a meter above the ground, from which two tall, thin creatures emerged. Lilli-Ann described them as white, velvety, with large ears but no discernible facial features. She felt observed and somewhat ridiculous in their presence. The creatures spoke amongst themselves, then returned to their vehicle, which disappeared, leaving a weak cloud of smoke. No physical traces were found at the site. Lilli-Ann made a sketch and notes of the encounter, which lasted about five minutes.

Conclusion and Editorial Notes

The article on Aarno's case concludes with the question of whether he was abducted or if his experiences were a psychological phenomenon. The author expresses gratitude for any further information regarding the Imjärvi case. The issue also includes a note from editor Anders Liljegren apologizing for the late arrival of the publication due to computer implementation, assuring readers that AFU remains active.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are the reality of UFO and humanoid encounters, the potential for manipulation or staging of these events, and the exploration of esoteric or psychological explanations for anomalous phenomena. The magazine appears to present these accounts without outright endorsement but encourages investigation into alternative explanations beyond conventional scientific understanding. The editorial stance seems to be one of open inquiry into the UFO enigma, acknowledging the complexity and the need to consider various theoretical frameworks, including those that bridge ufology with occult and mystical beliefs.