Akualele Research Group Bulletin - 1957 08 01 - Vol 02 No 05

Magazine Overview

This issue of the Akualele Research Group Bulletin, Volume II, No. 5, dated August 1, 1957, is published in Honolulu, Hawaii. The bulletin focuses on UFO (Unidentified Flying Object) sightings and related phenomena, presenting a collection of reports and commentary from various sources.

Key Sightings and Incidents

Honolulu Sightings (June 1947)

The issue begins by referencing the anniversary of Ken Arnold's famous sighting of nine discs in 1947. It then details a sighting on June 24, 1947, from Round Top in Honolulu, where Steve Vento and three friends observed two glowing objects over Waikiki bay. The objects moved slowly, changed color from orange to dull red, and sometimes merged or split up. Another sighting occurred on June 26, 1947, from Diamond Head, where a disc-shaped object was seen rising, turning over, and disappearing. Stephen Meredith reported this to the Star-Bulletin, which then contacted the Air Force, who stated they had no information.

Reports from Japan

The bulletin mentions receiving a copy of the overseas edition of the Flying Saucer Research Group in Japan. This publication lists eight good sightings and discusses astronomical work in Japan, along with historical references to UFOs. Thirty-three historical sightings are noted, dating back to March 24, 639 A.D., including a significant meteor event and a fall of 'angel hair' in Osaka in 1797.

The Fishing Boat Incident (April 1957)

On April 19, 1957, the fishing boat 'Kitsukawa Maru,' returning from the South Pacific, reported spotting two metallic, silvery mystery craft descending from the sky. These craft, approximately 10 meters long, had no wings and were disc-shaped. They dived into the sea, causing violent turbulence, but no wreckage was found.

UFO Undersea Bases?

This section speculates on the possibility of UFOs operating from undersea bases. It cites scattered sightings, including a report from the U.S. Navy vessel 'Wyndham Bay' operating in Korean waters, which observed flying discs smashing into the water.

Another Navy Report

A classified report, allegedly picked up by a ham radio operator on Navy wavelengths on April 13, 1956, describes a very large, lighted object plunging into the sea about half a mile away. Despite searching the area, no signals, oil slick, or wreckage were found.

Historical Underwater Sightings

Desmond Leslie's book 'Flying Saucers Have Landed' is referenced for several underwater UFO plunges. One notable incident occurred on May 15, 1879, in the Persian Gulf, where the crew of the British Navy ship HMS Vulture saw 'two colossal rotating luminous wheels' sink into the depths. Another event on February 24, 1885, involved a 'huge blazing mass' appearing overhead near the ship 'Innerwich,' falling into the sea with a deafening noise and causing waterspouts.

Modern Navy Sighting (1953)

A pilot and crew of a big Navy 'Mars' flying boat, cruising at 9,000 ft, witnessed a bright star move suddenly and stop. Using binoculars, they saw it pulsating through rainbow colors, appearing white to the naked eye. The nearby weather ship 'Station Uncle' confirmed a UFO in their vicinity, and the object vanished quickly, moving off radar at an unprecedented speed.

Mrs. John Storm's Message

A ten-page printed brochure from Mrs. John Storm of New York is discussed. It presents a message from 'space people' and addresses human misbehavior and the role of 'Guardians.' The section highlights Mrs. Storm's controversial claims about Nikola Tesla, stating he was brought to Earth as a baby on a Venusian spaceship in July 1856 and that his inventions would solve humanity's needs. It's mentioned that Tesla designed equipment for contacting spaceships in 1938, and after his death, his machine was placed in operation, leading to spaceships landing near his home.

Saucer Camouflage

Augie Roberts located a witness, Ed Hill, who reported seeing a flying saucer condense a cloud around itself while an airplane passed by. The object, slightly smaller than the full moon, cast a glow on the water. Three smoke rings emerged from its side, forming an 'L' shape. The cloud then faded, and the object moved away with the three smaller objects.

The Case for the UFO and Cloud-Camouflaged UFOs

M.K. Jessup's book 'The Case for the UFO' is mentioned, referencing cloud-camouflaged UFOs. It quotes from the British astronomical magazine 'Observatory' (1877) about astronomer J. Plant seeing a bright meteor burst from an intensely lit cloud. It also refers to Wing Commander J. Baldwin, a British fighter pilot who flew into a cloud in Korea in March 1952 and did not come out.

Another Mystery: The Hawaiian Meteor (July 1957)

On Sunday night, July 7, 1957, a phenomenon flashed through Hawaiian skies. Frank Smedeker, a co-pilot on a TPA-Aloha Airlines plane, reported seeing a very bright ball of fire coming towards him, followed by a void and a thousand-foot tail. It appeared to be heading towards Schofield Barracks but burned out at 3,000 ft. Hawaiian Airlines pilot Bob Barnes also spotted the phenomenon, which lit up the sky east of Hilo in a 'greenish flash.' The control tower at Hilo Airport confirmed seeing the 'comet,' but its nature was unknown. The Star-Bulletin reported a pilot saying the ball of fire lit up Maui, and astronomer E.H. Bryan of the Bishop Museum had no explanation for such a magnitude event.

The UFO Investigator and NICAP

The bulletin highlights 'The UFO Investigator,' edited by Donald E. Keyhoe and published by NICAP (National Investigations Committee on Aerial Phenomena). A lead story reports four saucers over California at speeds up to 3,600 mph, revealed by radar and certified by NICAP members. The article notes NICAP's influence and the potential struggle against the 'Silence Group,' with the author betting on 'International Bankers' as the real power.

Control of Public Opinion

An example of how 'International Bankers' allegedly operate is provided, referencing March 1915 when J.P. Morgan was asked to float war loans for Britain and France. Morgan allegedly summoned twelve newspaper executives and asked them to select influential papers to control the press, ultimately purchasing outright control of 25 out of 179 identified papers to influence public opinion by 1917.

Morgan is Dead, but the Threat Remains

The article discusses the death of J.P. Morgan and the threat to the 'secret Banking empire.' It mentions Morgan's issuance of $400,000,000 worth of debt-free Greenbacks, which allegedly threatened international banking by eliminating debt-creating notes.

Another Threat: Invasion from Outer Space

This section posits that a possible invasion from outer space by superior beings is another threat to the International Bankers. The 'Bankers,' through their 'Silence Group,' have allegedly covered up UFO invasions for ten years and may attempt to 'make a deal' with space travelers. The article draws a parallel to the 'invasion' of Hawaii by white men in the early 19th century, leading to the decline of Hawaiian culture.

The Policy of the Silence Group

The author believes the 'Silence Group's' policy is to ridicule Flying Saucer sightings, citing Sidney Shallett's articles in the Saturday Evening Post in May 1949, which were allegedly an attempt to control public opinion against intelligence reports confirming UFO reality.

California, Here We Come

This section announces that this is likely the last bulletin issued from Honolulu by the Akualele Research Group, as the editor, Riley Crabb, and Mrs. Crabb are moving to California in mid-August. Crabb mentions frequent lecture engagements and lists upcoming talks in California. He provides a temporary address in Hollywood, California.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The bulletin consistently promotes the reality of UFOs and suggests a deliberate cover-up by powerful entities, referred to as the 'Silence Group' and 'International Bankers.' There is a strong undercurrent of skepticism towards official explanations and a belief in a hidden agenda to suppress information about extraterrestrial contact. The editorial stance is one of investigation and dissemination of reports, often with a critical view of mainstream media and financial powers. The issue also delves into speculative and controversial topics, such as the extraterrestrial origins of Nikola Tesla and the potential for undersea UFO bases.