American UFO Committee Review - 1965 Q3 Autumn - Vol 2 No 2

Magazine Overview

This issue of the American UFO Committee Review, Volume 2, Number 2, dated July 1965, provides a comprehensive look at UFO sightings and the activities of the American UFO Committee (AMUFO). The cover features a prominent photograph of John Keasler with his column 'Look Up Here,' alongside smaller news clippings detailing recent UFO reports.

Editorial

The editorial, written by Allen H. Greenfield, Editor, reflects on the American UFO Committee's second anniversary. He notes that AMUFO was formed through a merger of several previous organizations and has navigated its initial challenges successfully. The editorial highlights AMUFO's participation in the Congress of Scientific UFOlogists and its support for the United UFOlogical Association. Greenfield acknowledges that the publication, the Review, has faced delays and issues but expresses a resolve to improve its quality and intellectual level. He emphasizes that the future of the UFO problem depends on finding a solution, and until then, AMUFO will continue its work, including planning for an annual UFO research meeting and the annual Congress.

Key Persons and Organizations

The executive board of AMUFO includes Allen Greenfield (Editorial Director), Rick Hilberg (Administrative Director), Allan Manak (Publications Director), and Dale Rettig (Associate Director). The publication also mentions various UFO organizations such as ROAP, USCO, UFORC, HRS, IAPA, URCU, UUA, and NICAP.

UFO Sightings and Reports

The issue details numerous UFO sightings from the summer of 1965:

• Mount Clemens, Michigan (July 21, 1965): Several residents reported seeing unidentified flying objects.
• Vila do Porto, The Azores (July 8, 1965): Electromagnetic clocks at the Azores Weather Bureau stopped for 45 minutes while a 'cylindrical white object' was observed moving at high altitude.
• Santa Maria Airport, The Azores (July 9, 1965): A mysterious flying object reportedly stopped electromagnetic watches and was seen flying northwest at 33,000 feet.
• Antarctic (July 3, 1965): Chilean and Argentine personnel sighted a lens-shaped UFO described as 'yellowish red, changing to green, yellow and orange,' with reports of electromagnetic interference.
• Shelton, Washington (July 3, 1965): Two boys reported seeing a large, round, silver ball that shot straight up in the sky.
• Sunnyvale, California (July 8, 1965): Two police officers observed a blinking red light that climbed straight up and moved north.
• Oporto, Portugal (July 10, 1965): A peasant couple sighted a pinkish UFO at about 3,000 feet, coinciding with radio static.
• Columbus, Ohio (July 12, 1965): An object was sighted, with one witness identifying it as a balloon.
• Buenos Aires, Argentina (July 16, 1965): Several people reported cigar-shaped UFOs that hovered, caused television interference, and emitted various colors.
• Rio Plata River (July 17, 1965): A cigar-shaped, reddish object was sighted moving upward, leaving a white vapor trail.
• Eight-state area (August 1-2, 1965): Numerous UFOs were sighted, described as lights of various colors to egg-shaped objects. The USAF explained them as planets, but a local planetarium director disagreed.
• Wichita, Kansas (August 2, 1965): Radar detected objects moving at about 45 miles per hour, which the USAF attributed to 'temperature inversion.'
• North Texas (August 2, 1965): Residents claimed to have seen a 'flying saucer' land, but investigations found no physical evidence.
• Cape Area, Florida (August 4, 1965): Four policemen reported seeing strange orange and yellow lights, with four objects in a diamond formation. Similar sightings were reported in Orlando, Winter Park, and Kissimmee.
• Fossil, Oregon (August 3, 1965): Three cigar-shaped silvery objects were reported hovering at an estimated 3,500 feet, about 60 feet long and 12 feet wide.

John Keasler's Column: 'Look Up Here'

John Keasler discusses the increasing acceptance of UFO believers, linking it to humanity's space achievements. He humorously anticipates a future where believers might persecute non-believers. He recounts a sighting of a 'celestial body' in the Antarctic and touches upon the challenges faced by UFO believers, acknowledging that some reports come from individuals with questionable perceptions, but insists that many truly saw something inexplicable.

'Strange Creatures of Earth'

This article notes that despite advancements in space science, UFO sightings continue. Since 1947, the Air Force has investigated 9,130 reports, with most explained, but 222 investigated in the current year left four unexplained. It mentions a UFO flying alongside a Japanese airliner, affecting its instruments, and a bright object seen by two California policemen. The article concludes that 'little men from another planet' may still be observing Earth.

Membership Revisions and Committee Goals

Page 3 details important membership revisions for the American UFO Committee, effective January 1st, 1966. The Review will be published three times a year, with a membership fee of $2.00. Members are urged to renew and provide zip codes. The committee prohibits membership to individuals from communist or fascist groups. The goals of AMUFO are listed as sponsoring the Congress of Scientific UFOlogists, promoting UFOlogy through publications, public education, and research into sighting reports.

1965 UFO Congress: A Photo Review

Pages 5 through 10 showcase a photo review of the 1965 Congress of Scientific UFOlogists, described as UFOlogy's only convention for serious enthusiasts. The photos depict delegates, speakers like James W. Moseley, and various UFO-related publications on display. The 1966 Congress was planned for June in Cleveland.

Famous Saucer 70705

Page 8 features a listing of 'Famous Saucer 70705,' offering sets of UFO photos and drawings for sale, including images from Passaic, NJ; Patterson, NJ; Chicago; West Virginia; and artist concepts of famous sightings like the Kenneth Arnold and Mantell cases. It also lists personalities associated with UFOlogy.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are the reporting and investigation of UFO sightings, the activities and organizational structure of the American UFO Committee, and the growing public and scientific interest in UFOlogy. The editorial stance is one of earnest pursuit of understanding UFO phenomena, aiming for a high intellectual level in their publications and activities, while acknowledging the challenges and the need for continued research and public engagement.

Title: American UFO Committee Review
Issue: Volume 2, Number 2
Date: September 22, 1965 (postmarked)
Publisher: American UFO Committee
Country: USA
Language: English

This issue of the American UFO Committee Review focuses on the "WELCOME AMERICAN UFO CONGRESS" as indicated by the cover headline and imagery. The magazine is published by the American UFO Committee, based in Atlanta, Georgia. It is noted that the publication is issued three times yearly.

Staff and Credits

The staff for this publication includes Allen H. Greenfield, Rick R. Hilberg, Allan J. Manak, and Dale N. Rettig. The cover credits also list contributions from the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, Augusta Chronicle-Herald, Miami News, and Miami Herald.

Membership and Subscription

Membership in AMUFO costs $2.00 per year, which includes a subscription to the Review. Inquiries regarding the publication should be directed to the AMUFO Editorial Office at 2875 Sequoyah Drive, N. W., Atlanta, Georgia 30327.

Content Highlights

The issue features several photographs, labeled "photo 1" through "photo 6." These images appear to document attendees and activities related to the American UFO Congress. Photo 1 shows a group of men seated at tables, possibly during a meeting. Photo 2 depicts several men in a discussion setting. Photo 3 shows a group of people seated at a long table in what looks like a dining or meeting room. Photo 4 captures a large gathering of people seated in chairs, facing forward, suggesting a presentation or conference. Photo 5 shows a group of men seated at tables, with one man standing. Photo 6 prominently displays the "WELCOME AMERICAN UFO CONGRESS" sign.

Additionally, the second page displays a collage of various UFO-related publications, including "SAUCER NEWS," "ORBIT," "BUFOR," "INTERPLANETARY NEWS SERVICE," "U.F.O. Investigator," and "FLYING SAUCERS NEWS." This suggests that the review covers or references a range of literature within the UFO field.

A letter addressed to "SVEN OLOV LARSSON, MAJORSg. 3A, Borlänge, Sweden" is visible, indicating international readership or correspondence.

Editorial Stance and Reproduction Policy

The publication explicitly states, "No material in this publication may be reproduced without permission," indicating a strict policy on copyright and content usage.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The primary theme of this issue is the American UFO Congress, as highlighted on the cover and through the accompanying photographs. The inclusion of numerous UFO-related publications suggests an editorial stance that aims to be comprehensive within the UFO research community, covering news, investigations, and literature. The publication appears to be a serious effort to document and disseminate information within the UFO field, as evidenced by its structured format, staff credits, and specific editorial policies.