APCIC - Vol 02 No 12 - 1977

Magazine Overview This is the December 1977 Anniversary Issue of AERIAL PHENOMENON CLIPPING INFORMATION CENTER (A.P.C.I.C.), Volume Two, Number 12. The magazine is published by A.P.C.I.C. and is based in Cleveland, Ohio. The cover features a globe with the A.P.C.I.C. logo on a banner, with two small flying saucer shapes in the sky. The issue is priced at $2.00 per copy and direct reproduction is prohibited.

Articles and Content

The issue highlights the people who are intensely interested in the UFO phenomenon. It features a list of prominent individuals such as George Van Tassel, Dan Fry, George Adamski, James Moseley, Allen Greenfield, Wilbert B. Smith, Coral & Jim Lorenzen, Allan Hynek, Major Donald Keyhoe, Dr. Leo Sprinkle, Hayden Hewes, Timothy Green Beckley, Will Jima, John Magor, William Spaulding, and Jim Rigberg, among many others. The magazine claims to be the first to investigate these individuals who keep the UFO subject alive through their own curiosity. It promises to introduce readers to these personalities, provide their club and organization names, and share their thoughts and theories about UFOs. The issue also boasts "OVER 200 PHOTOS OF THE BIG NAMES IN UFOLOGY".

UFOLK Magazine Promotion A section promotes the magazine "UFOLK", describing it as "The magazine about ufologists". It lists a partial table of contents including "UFO CONVENTIONS - PAST & PRESENT", "OUTER SPACE ARTIST", "GRAY BARKER - SAUCERIAN SUCCESS", "WHO'S WHO IN TORONTO", "CROSS-COUNTRY CELEBRITIES", "CBERS CHASE THE UFOS", "GROUND SAUCER WATCH", and "SPACEWORDS PUZZLE". Readers are encouraged to send $2.00 for a copy.

SS&S Publications - UFO Book & Price List This section provides an extensive list of books available from "SS&S Publications", with authors and prices. Authors include George Adamski, Ashtar, Gray Barker, Timothy G. Beckley, Raymond Bernard, Truman Bethurum, B.S.R.A. Publications, Michael Campione, Leon Davidson, Gene Duplantier, John Ferguson, Friedrich-Mattern, Kurt Glemser, Morris K. Jessup, Capt. Robert Loftin, Dan Martin, Arthur Matthews, Helen & Betty Mitchell, Mel Noel, Ted Owens, Dennis Prophet, T. Lobsang Rampa, Reinhold Schmidt, Frank Stranges, John Stuart, Hope Troxell, and Michael "X". The list covers a wide range of UFO and paranormal topics.

New Hard Cover Books This section reviews several recently published hard cover books related to space and the paranormal. Titles include: * "INTERSTELLAR TRAVEL: PAST, PRESENT AND FUTURE" by John W. Macvey, described as a readable volume by a sober journalist about black holes, faster-than-light speeds, and alien life. * "SECRETS OF THE LOST RACES" by Rene Noorbergen, which accumulates material arguing for advanced terrestrial technologies in ancient times. * "THE INNER PLANETS" by Clark R. Chapman, presenting the latest space probe data on planets and asteroids. * "SHROUD" by Robert K. Wilcox, discussing new facts and theories concerning the "Holy Shroud of Turin". * "IS THERE A LOCH NESS MONSTER?" by Gerald S. Snyder, summarizing reports and photographs from Loch Ness. * "THE ONCE AND FUTURE STAR" by George Michanowsky, theorizing that a supernova influenced ancient Sumerians. * "SUBDUE THE EARTH" by Ralph Franklin Walworth, an extension of Velikovsky's catastrophe theories. * "MARS AND ITS SATELLITES" by Jurgen Blunck, a reference work on Mars with maps and photos from space probes.

New Paperbacks Books This section lists paperback books on similar themes: * "ALTERNATE REALITIES" by Lawrence LeShan, exploring psychic and paranormal viewpoints. * "CONJURING UP PHILLIP" by Iris M. Owen, with Margaret Sparrow, about a group that "created" their own ghost. * "THE ANCIENT MAGIC OF THE PYRAMIDS" by Ken Johnson, examining Egyptian pyramids. * "SOMEBODY ELSE IS ON THE MOON" by George Leonard. * "TRUE EXPERIENCES IN COMMUNICATING WITH THE DEAD" edited by Martin Ebon. * "THE PSYCHIC FRONTIERS OF MEDICINE" by Bill Schul, on psychic healing. * "THROUGH THE BARRIER" by Edgar A. Ostrander, presenting new theories of cosmology, gravitation, UFOs, and translations of ancient Mayan manuscripts.

Notices

• "LOOKING FOR BOOKS?" directs readers to Mr. Dennis Pilichis at PAGE RESEARCH LIBRARY in Cleveland, Ohio, for hard-to-find books.
• "CANADIAN SUBSCRIBERS!" are informed about a UFO course offered by U.P. Investigations Research Inc., detailing the history and developments of the phenomenon and government/scientist involvement.

News Clippings on UFO Sightings

Several news articles from different publications report on UFO sightings:

• LAREDO, TEXAS TIMES (Oct. 23, 1977): "UFOs leave vivid memory for area witnesses" by Jean Burns. This article details sightings by Laredoans, including a cigar-shaped object seen by Joe Villarreal and a friend, a glowing object seen by John Hickey and Dick Allen near Encinal, and a round, gray object seen by Aquiles Villarreal near Nuevo Laredo. The article also mentions a Gallup Poll from 1973 indicating that 11% of adults surveyed claimed to have seen a UFO and 51% believe they are real. It also notes that Stanton T. Friedman will be giving a lecture in Laredo.

• LAREDO TEXAS TIMES (Date illegible, likely Oct. 1977): "CON T..." This continuation of the previous article discusses Bonnie Hopson and her mother's sighting of a strange light that zigzagged across the sky. It mentions that The Center for UFO Studies, founded by Dr. I. Allen Hynek, receives and investigates numerous reports, with about 5% remaining unexplained.

• CLEAR LAKE, IOWA - MIRROR REPORTER (Nov. 2, 1977): "I'd have to see one to believe it". This article presents opinions from students at Clear Lake High School regarding UFOs. Some students express belief based on biblical references or evidence, while others are skeptical, requiring personal experience. Lori Dunn states, "I wish I didn't believe in UFO's but there is too much evidence that proves they do exist." The article also notes that "Science Digest" reported that 80-99% of sightings have mundane explanations.

• EAST PALESTINE, OHIO - LEADER (Nov. 19, 1977): "Did UFO visit Negley area?" by Carol Ratkovich. This report details a sighting by the Dyke family of a dull gray, boomerang-shaped object observed moving west to east, described as having no lights and appearing "hairy" around the edges.

• BAKER, LA. OBSERVER (Oct. 6, 1977): "IN PASSING" by Bryant Conway. This article describes a white dot photographed in polaroid night photos, observed moving slowly and disappearing. It notes that the object moves at right angles and is only several hundred feet above the ground. The article also mentions a strange light reported over Baker and the positive identification of "angels hair" as pure aluminum, used by the Air Force for radar control.

• GREENFIELD, NO. ADVOCATE (Oct. 13, 1977): "UFO's Create Busy Night For Watchers". This report describes a night of intense activity for Deputy Sheriffs in Dade County, with as many as four UFO sightings reported, hovering over a lake area with flashing red and green lights.

• MEDINA, NY. - REGISTER (Oct. 3, 1977): "UFO Reported In Royalton". This article details a report of a "box-car shaped" unidentified flying object that hovered for about 10 minutes at treetop level before moving east. The object was estimated to be 35 to 40 feet long and 10 feet high, with long narrow windows.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance The recurring themes in this issue are the widespread interest in UFO phenomena, the documentation of numerous sightings across different regions, and the promotion of literature and organizations dedicated to UFO research. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry into UFOs, presenting witness accounts and expert opinions, while also acknowledging skepticism and the need for further investigation. The inclusion of book lists and magazine promotions suggests an aim to inform and engage readers interested in the subject.

This collection of newspaper clippings from November 1977 primarily focuses on UFO sightings and related phenomena reported across the United States. The articles span various dates and locations, detailing witness accounts, official investigations, and speculative theories.

Monroe Evening Times-Wisc, November 7, 1977

Local boys view UFO

Three youngsters from Monroe, Wisconsin, reported sighting an unusual object traveling across the sky between 4:30 and 4:45 p.m. on Friday. Mark Field, Gordon Ostrander, and Dan Lynch witnessed the object, described as being in sections with connecting tubes, egg-shaped ovals, and sometimes reddish-orange. One smaller object was also seen traveling with the larger formation. Mark Field managed to take a photograph of the object. The boys took the picture to the police, who gave them a number to call if interested. They planned to watch a TV special on UFOs.

Meteor Sighting

Separately, a 'large ball of fire' was reported in scattered areas over Michigan, Wisconsin, and Minnesota around 2:35 p.m. on Friday. Officials at the Robert T. Longway Planetarium in Flint, Michigan, noted its unusual brilliance and vapor trail. The Brown County Sheriff's Department in Green Bay received calls about mysterious flaming material falling from the sky. A fragment was reported to have plunged into Northport Bay in northwest Michigan.

Compass Comment - Mystic, CT, October 28, 1977

Several Report Seeing UFO

Donald Ross, a real estate agent in Mystic, Groton, was not the only local resident to report seeing strange objects. Additional calls to The Compass indicated something unusual in the sky around 10:30 p.m. on October 17. Callers described two fast-moving blue lights. Christopher Duncklee, 13, of Pawcatuck, made a sketch of the lights. His mother, Julie Dunklee, confirmed his sighting. The boy was frightened and locked himself in his grandmother's garage until the lights disappeared. A nurse and a North Stonington woman also reported seeing similar lights.

South Middlesex News, Mass., October 19, 1977

Shooting star alarms southwest

An enormous fireball that seared the evening skies over Texas and Arkansas, and provoked hundreds of phone calls in five states, apparently disintegrated without hitting earth. Air Force Capt. William Latham sighted the fireball while flying a jet at 16,000 feet, estimating its altitude at 50,000-60,000 feet. Witnesses described the object as 'big as a house.' Astronomers had conflicting opinions on whether it struck the ground or burned up.

Eau Claire, Wis. Leader Tele., October 21, 1977

Report UFO sightings

Two Wisconsin Rapids radio station employees, Cliff Borden and Terry Stake, reported seeing an unidentified flying object Wednesday night at the Mead Wildlife Area. The object appeared at about 7 p.m. and flashed at times. This sighting occurred before two separate sightings reported to Clark County authorities by Mr. and Mrs. Doug Larson, who observed an object hovering near a television tower for about 45 minutes. Mark Grap and Paul Vornholt also reported seeing a similar object, described as rectangular with square windows and emitting a red light from the rear.

El Centro, CA. Imperial, October 18, 1977

Question: UFO Cover-up?

A reader inquired about the government covering up UFO sightings, referencing a report of a flying saucer seen by two California Highway Patrol officers and the FAA. The article states that if officials saw a saucer, they did not make an official report. The sheriff's office received 10 to 15 reports, but none were logged. Several people claimed to have seen a saucer, but were hesitant to speak.

UFOs and Humanoids in Britain

A chilling episode involving a 'luminous silvery figure' with a black face, lacking features, terrorized a couple in a rural area of Britain. Randall Jones-Pugh, an investigator for the British UFO Research Association, studied UFO sightings and confrontations with humanoids in southwest Wales. He concluded that the figures are alien beings. The Royal Air Force admitted to receiving reports of UFO sightings but did not make investigations public. A real-life horror show at a farm in Broad Haven involved a silvery-suited figure, seven to eight feet tall, with a squarish black head.

Wheeling, W. Va. Intelligencer, November 1, 1977

Saucer Said Seen Near Triadelphia

A Triadelphia man reported seeing a 'red, I think a flying saucer' shortly after 7 p.m. Sunday. A Wheeling woman also reported seeing an unidentified flying object. The object appeared to be going real fast, then stopped, and later hovered, changing colors. The man believes in flying saucers, having seen four in his lifetime. The police department confirmed receiving a call but could not locate the object.

Ogdensburg, N.Y. Journal, October 13, 1977

UFO Spotted Here

Leona Cunningham, a UFO investigator, reported observing an unidentified flying object late Wednesday. The object, described as circular and emitting white and reddish glows, was seen until about 12:30 a.m. She contacted others by radio who confirmed the sighting. Cunningham stated it was definitely a UFO and seemed to be watching something in the Potsdam area, though a star was normally visible there.

Cleve. Plain Dealer - Ohio, November 23, 1977

Strange signals scrub launching of ESA satellite

Air Force and space agency investigators began an inquiry into mysterious radio signals that caused the cancellation of the scheduled launch of a European weather satellite, Meteosat 1. The signals were received on the command-to-destruct system of the Delta rocket. The source of the signals must be determined before a new launch date can be set. The satellite is owned by the European Space Agency (ESA) and is designed to improve weather forecasting.

Cleve. Plain Dealer - Ohio, November 24, 1977

Satellite Launch

The European METEOSAT weather satellite was launched from Cap Canaveral after a two-day delay caused by the interception of strange radio signals.

Ravenna-Kent, Ohio Courier, November 15, 1977

UFO groups investigate sightings here

Area UFO societies are investigating reported sightings of an orange 'egg-shaped' object that hovered over a Brimfield home and disappeared. Alvin Branham described the object as circling the house and then discharging three smaller objects. While Branham and others called the sheriff's office, their wives saw more objects drop. The object was described as moving much faster than aircraft.

Erie Daily Times, Pa., November 8, 1977

UFO Sightings Called Genuine

The Center for UFO Studies is recording two sightings as genuine unidentified flying objects: a 'brown, cigar-like thing' and a 'pancake object with a light on top.' The cigar-like UFO was seen by Officer Gary Rogers. The pancake object was reported by two teenage girls. The Center considers these genuine because they deviate from known characteristics of normal aircraft, meteors, or stars. A report from Indiana was deemed questionable as it could have been a helicopter.

Erie Morning News, Pa., October 31, 1977

3 UFO SIGHTINGS REPORTED TO COPS

At least three unidentified flying objects were reported in the Erie area. Sightings included orange and blue lights floating, green and white blinking lights, and a silver bird-like object hovering over the bay. Astronomer Tom Whiting cautioned that atmospheric conditions can play tricks on the eyes.

Cross Country News, Fort Worth, Texas, October 20, 1977

People Are Saying...

Three girls in Oklahoma reported seeing a UFO during a slumber party. Mark Tosetano also reported seeing the object. The next day, diamond-shaped, slightly burned areas were found in a field. Charles Rhodes and Hayden Hewes investigated, and while soil samples were not radioactive, they found no evidence of a hoax.

Willoughby News Herald, Ohio, November 30, 1977

'Changed my life'

Dr. Harley D. Rutledge, head of the physics department at Southeast Missouri State University, stated that UFO sightings have changed his life completely. He began investigating in 1973 as a skeptic but has reluctantly admitted he cannot debunk the stories. Rutledge has made over 140 sightings, including 25 'incredible' ones. He believes the objects are intelligently controlled and interact with humans. He described a significant sighting from his campus office in 1976, where a disc-shaped object hovered and then shot upwards at a steep angle.

Rochester, N.Y. Courier, October 19, 1977

UFO's Seen in Area

Numerous UFO sightings have been reported near the Most Precious Blood School. The school is preparing for a 'Spaced Out Halloween Day' event. The article mentions that the first documented sightings were in 1896-97, with cigar-shaped forms resembling airships.

Staten Island Advance, N.Y., November 21, 1977

2 cops, 2 nurses spot UFO

Four Staten Islanders, including two police officers and two nurses, reported seeing a 'large orange oval' in the sky. The object was described as moving faster than aircraft and appeared to be preparing to land. The officers and nurses described the object as 'huge orange oval,' which stopped, descended, and then disappeared. They confirmed that the four of them observed it and it was there.

St. Louis Globe Democrat, November 9, 1977

UFO reports continue in Cape area

Dr. Harley Rutledge reported that UFOs continue to be seen zipping over southeastern Missouri. A recent sighting involved a bright white object being chased by a military fighter plane near Jackson, Mo. Witnesses described the object as moving at a steep angle and accelerating rapidly. Rutledge's investigation program, Project Identification, has been partially financed by The Globe-Democrat. He stated that the objects appear to interact with humans.

Chester, Ill. Herald Tribune, November 10, 1977

Magazine Reports 'Saucers Loot & Burn'

The January 1978 issue of Official UFO magazine reportedly features a story about Chester, Illinois, being looted and burned by flying saucers on August 2, 1977. The magazine claims the story was suppressed by officials and that the village was in a state of panic. It also suggests that the government attempted to put a lid on the incident and that media interference hampered investigations. The article notes that the Herald Tribune found no local evidence of such an event.

Eau Claire, Wis. Leader Tele., October 20, 1977

Authorities report Clark UFO Sightings

Clark County authorities received reports of at least one unidentified flying object near Neillsville on Wednesday night. Teenagers described an object with green, white, and red lights, ports like windows, and a red light on a pointed tail. Mark Grap reported seeing a similar object a week prior. Mr. and Mrs. Doug Larson also observed the object, describing it as a disc-shaped object with revolving lights and making sudden movements. Flares from Fort McCoy were also observed.

Waynesburg, Pa. Democrat, November 5, 1977

UFO sighted in Sycamore

Sycamore residents reported sighting an unidentified flying object Friday night. Liz Lohr said the object remained in one spot, rotating and changing colors. She checked it through binoculars and confirmed it was not an airplane. The object appeared to shrink from the size of a basketball to a baseball.

Cleve. Plain Dealer - Ohio, November 27, 1977

Officer disputes spacemen visited

Deputy Sheriff James Stutesman stated that a mutilated sow found north of Juniata died of ordinary causes and was attacked by wild animals, refuting speculation that aliens were responsible. Reports of 'strange' incisions and no blood traces had led to speculation. Veterinarians indicated the other wounds were caused by predators after the sow died.

National Enquirer, December 6, 1977

UFOs spied on America's most secret atomic research plant for more than three months back in 1950-51

Recently declassified Air Force files from Project Blue Book reveal that UFOs were sighted repeatedly over the Atomic Energy Commission's installation at Oak Ridge, Tennessee, between October 1950 and January 1951. These objects evaded fighter planes. Air Force intelligence experts investigated and reported no malfunctions. The objects were described as moving slowly, changing shape, and vanishing. Geiger counters measured a pronounced rise in radioactivity, which was unexplained by AEC officials.

UFOs Create Busy Night For Watchers

UFO sightings in Dade County created intense activity for Deputy Sheriffs. Reports indicated as many as four UFO sightings hovering over a lake area northeast of Greenfield, with flashing red and green lights. A Walnut Grove resident indicated similar sightings a week prior.

Longview, Texas, Journal, November 13, 1977

Man Spots UFO

Longview police received a call about a possible unidentified flying object. Aaron M. Sawyer reported seeing a bright, silver object hovering near the ground in North Longview. The object appeared to turn a full circle and left at a high rate of speed. The sighting was unconfirmed.

Cleve. Press - Ohio, November 22, 1977

When were UFO's first sighted?

This brief Q&A states that the first documented sightings were in 1896-97, with cigar-shaped forms resembling airships reported from coast to coast.

El Cerrito, Cal. Journal, October 12, 1977

UFOs sighted by citizens in Walnut Creek

Three people reported seeing an unidentified flying object, described as an orange 'egg-shaped' object that hovered over a home. The object was sighted about 7:30 p.m., described as 15 feet high, 25 feet wide, and shaped like a top, with flashing white lights and a blue light. It hovered and then left at high speed, emitting a high-pitched whine.

Publishers Weekly, N.Y., November 7, 1977

Weird occurrences

This entry mentions 'unexplainable psychic phenomena and purported UFO sightings' as subjects of NAL's December title 'The Book of the Strange' by the editors of the World Almanac. It touches on known facts about eerie things, dreams, déjà vu, strange religions, and coincidences.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring theme throughout these articles is the persistent reporting of unidentified flying objects and related phenomena across various locations in late 1977. The articles present witness accounts, often with detailed descriptions of the objects' appearance, behavior, and perceived intelligence. There is a clear interest in documenting these sightings, with some articles referencing UFO research organizations and investigators. The editorial stance appears to be one of reporting the accounts as they are received, with varying degrees of skepticism or open-mindedness, as seen in the contrast between the factual reporting of sightings and the more speculative pieces.

This issue of MIDNIGHT/GLOBE, dated December 20, 1977, boldly proclaims "1978 - THE YEAR OF THE UFO," suggesting an anticipated increase in sightings and a shift towards collecting tangible evidence. The magazine delves into various aspects of the UFO phenomenon, from scientific analysis of alleged physical traces to government involvement and speculative theories about extraterrestrial origins.

UFO Evidence and Analysis

Aerospace engineer William Spaulding, a member of Ground Saucer Watch, categorizes UFO evidence into three types: sightings, physical evidence, and eventual contact. He highlights the collection of physical traces, including ground markings and radiation effects. A case from Delphos, Kansas, is detailed where witnesses observed a craft land, leaving a circular imprint that glowed, was sterile, and had a significantly increased calcium content. Spaulding also reports on 43 documented cases of radiation evidence, with Geiger counter readings five to seven times higher than normal.

Spaulding's organization has also analyzed 31 computer-enhanced photographs, deeming them authentic. The reason for the five-year pattern in UFO sightings remains unknown, with speculation that it might relate to planetary alignment. The ultimate goal is to gather evidence of the "third kind" of evidence: actual contact.

Regional Sightings and Reports

The issue features several regional reports of UFO activity. In Mystic, Connecticut, residents reported seeing fast-moving blue lights on October 17, 1977, which were identified as potential UFOs by local real estate agent Donald Ross. Christopher Duncklee, 13, sketched the phenomenon. A nurse in Fieldcrest and a woman in North Stonington also reported similar sightings.

In eastern Story County, Iowa, there have been reports of strange things in the sky, with residents of Colo and Collins allegedly keeping information about UFOs to themselves. A "flamboyant" object, fluctuating from green to pink to red, was recently sighted.

UFOs and Government

The magazine discusses the French government's funding of an agency to study UFOs, a step Professor J. Allen Hynek of Northwestern University views as a significant official recognition of the phenomenon's seriousness. He notes that while his center has data on 60,000 UFO incidents, the French initiative will be properly funded, making it impossible to dismiss UFO witnesses as simply "crazy."

Conversely, NASA is described as "not anxious" to investigate UFOs, with assistant for special projects Dave Williamson citing a lack of measurable phenomena. However, a technical experts group will recommend NASA's course of action by year's end, following a request from President Carter, who himself reported a UFO sighting in 1973.

UFOs at Military Sites

An investigation by The ENQUIRER, based on Air Force documents obtained through the Freedom of Information Act, reveals that mysterious UFOs were spotted near nuclear bomb storage areas and at least 10 missile sites in 1975. The Air Force scrambled jet fighters and helicopters multiple times, but failed to intercept the objects. One helicopter reportedly got within 1,000 feet of a UFO hovering over a SAC base, but the object could not be seen by the crew, though it was visible from the ground. UFOs were also reported over Wurtsmith Air Force Base and Loring Air Force Base. Incidents included objects hovering at low altitudes, displaying lights, and evading pursuit.

Scientific Theories and Speculation

Sri Darwin Gross, spiritual leader of ECKANKAR, suggests that while some UFOs are real, not all are what they seem, attributing some sightings to astral projections from other dimensions. He believes those who see UFOs often possess high I.Q. and clairvoyance.

Ted Phillips, an associate of the Center for UFO Studies, asserts that evidence proves UFOs come from outer space, citing three common features in confirmed sightings: circular shape with flashing lights, dehydration of vegetation lasting up to five years, and temporary stalling of engines and electrical appliances. He estimates UFOs can weigh up to 10 tons and have a diameter of 35 feet.

In a separate scientific discussion, two British astronomers, Sir Fred Hoyle and Professor Chandra Wickramasinghe, propose that flu, colds, and other epidemics are caused by outer space comets spewing germs, and that life on Earth originated from comets. They suggest that viruses are occasionally added to our genetic structure, leading to epidemics.

Notable Encounters

Tom Dawson, a retired automobile dealer from Camilla, Georgia, recounts a Saturday morning encounter where he claims a circular spaceship landed near his home, and seven alien beings emerged. He describes them as humanoid, with pale skin, small noses, and sharp ears. They conducted a brief examination of him, and a voice from the ship claimed to be Jimmy Hoffa before the craft departed silently. Dawson's account was initially met with disbelief, but his neighbor, Mrs. Jimmy Kolbie, confirmed his distressed state afterward.

Another report details a "ball of fire" seen shooting across the sky and diving into Lake Michigan, with multiple witnesses reporting the phenomenon. The object was described as silver and in flames, with smoke coming from the ground. The Germantown police department also received a report of a similar object. The object was assumed to be a meteor or space debris.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring theme throughout the issue is the growing interest and evidence surrounding UFO phenomena. The editorial stance appears to be one of presenting these reports and scientific speculations as credible, encouraging further investigation, and challenging the skepticism of established institutions like NASA. The "1978 - THE YEAR OF THE UFO" headline sets an expectant tone, suggesting that the year will bring significant developments in understanding these unexplained aerial phenomena.

Title: UFO Tracker
Issue Date: November 26, 1977
Publisher: ST. LOUIS (AP)
Country: USA

This issue of "UFO Tracker" delves into the ongoing mystery of unidentified flying objects, presenting a collection of reports, scientific investigations, and public opinions from late 1977. The central focus is on the work of Dr. Harley D. Rutledge, a physicist who has become a prominent figure in UFO research.

UFOs: Case studies in the unknown

This section, by Carol Siyahi, highlights that approximately 2,000 people's cases of abductions aboard UFOs are under investigation by various UFO organizations. Richard Hoffman, a local UFO buff and state section director for the national and international Mutual UFO Network, is featured. Hoffman shares many strange stories of reported alien visitations. He notes that UFO sightings usually involve disk-shaped objects that land in rural areas. When objects land, they often leave behind physical traces such as destroyed root systems, sand turned to a glass-like state, blistered or singed vegetation, and soil that is impermeable and does not support growth. Some reports also mention radiation detection, though not in all cases. The article also touches on the phenomenon of alien abduction, where victims are examined by beings from other planets and often have memory lapses, requiring hypnosis to recall details.

UFO Tracker: 'Flying saucers' scientist's favorite dish

By Ed Schafer, this article focuses on Dr. Harley D. Rutledge, head of the physics department at Southeast Missouri State University. Rutledge, who began as a skeptic in 1973, now claims to have hundreds of photographs and has spent hundreds of nights in the air and in fields conducting research. He states that he knows UFOs are real and that they are intelligently controlled, though he does not know their origin. Rutledge has made over 140 sightings, classifying 25 as "incredible." He recounts three convincing sightings from May 1973, including one involving "10 balls of light" and another where a huge object with four lights was observed through an 80-power telescope. Rutledge feels an obligation to prepare people for potential contact. The article also mentions the work of Mrs. Gordon Zeidman, who works for Dr. J. Allen Hynek, and a case in Ohio where a woman and her children saw a UFO with red and green lights hovering above a helicopter.

UFOs Are For Real

This report from CROSS COUNTRY NEWS TEXAS presents findings from a Gallup Poll conducted on November 29th, 1973. The poll revealed that 95% of people had heard or read about UFOs. When asked if they had ever seen a UFO, 11% nationwide reported having done so. The survey also explored beliefs about extraterrestrial life, with a majority believing in the existence of human life on other planets. The percentage of people who considered UFOs to be "real" had slightly increased since 1966.

UFOs continue in Cape area

This article by Charles J. Oswald details UFO sightings in southeastern Missouri. Dr. Harley Rutledge is again cited, mentioning a sighting on October 7th where a bright white object was chased by a military fighter plane. A witness, John Hickam, a former Air Force electronics expert, described the object as very bright, making no sound, and appearing to be about 5,000 feet high. A McDonnell Douglas F-4 Phantom jet pursued the light. Rutledge's Project Identification program is mentioned, which began in 1973. He describes a significant sighting from his campus office on September 4, 1976, where a disc-shaped object hovered at a 60-degree angle before accelerating upwards.

Did City Man Sight UFO In Skies Over Duquesne?

This report from MCKEESPORT, PA. NEWS features Raymond Birminghan, who reported seeing a "pinkish-white, a fluorescent pink" object moving fast and without sound over Duquesne. He described it as "somewhat" saucer-shaped. Birminghan contacted the FAA and an Air Force recruiting station, but was reportedly told the FAA no longer takes UFO reports and received a similar response from the Air Force.

UFOs: Case studies in the unknown (Continued)

This continuation from XENIA, OHIO GAZETTE discusses the work of Richard Hoffman and the Ohio UFO Investigators League. It reiterates that sightings usually involve disk-shaped objects and often occur in rural areas. Physical evidence such as destroyed vegetation and glassy soil are mentioned. The article also touches on the paralysis experienced by a Kansas farm boy named Ronnie Johnson when investigating an explosion, and his subsequent description of aliens with specific physical characteristics.

U.S. studies renewal of UFO probe

This report from THE ARIZONA REPUBLIC discusses the White House's interest in reopening the government's UFO probe. NASA is being asked to look into it, but officials are hesitant without solid evidence. The article mentions that the Air Force's Project Blue Book was closed in 1969 due to a lack of significant findings. Dave Williamson of NASA expresses skepticism about researching phenomena that are not measurable.

Outer-Space Beings Will Contact Us Within 40 Years, Says NASA Physicist

This article from the NATIONAL ENQUIRER features Dr. Robert Jastrow, director of NASA's Goddard Institute for Space Studies. Jastrow predicts that superintelligent alien beings will contact Earth within 40 years and guide humanity into the galactic community. He believes these beings will not resemble humans and may be technological entities. He also suggests that Earth's radio and TV broadcasts have already reached about 100 stars, alerting distant civilizations to our existence.

Boys see strange object

This brief report from GREAT FALLS (AP) describes two young boys who saw an object with rotating, flashing lights hovering over a refinery. They described it as moving in ways an aircraft could not match.

UFO Saps Hospital's Lighting

This article from MODERN PEOPLE reports an incident in San Diego where a group of UFOs allegedly menaced residents, causing astonishment and panic. Waitress Kathleen Canterino described seeing two "stars" that turned out to be mysterious UFOs, one of which hovered above Grossmont Hospital, pulsating with lights and seeming to drain energy. Her parakeets and neighborhood dogs reacted fearfully. A security guard reported a red light and a humming noise.

Flying Saucer Is Believed Man Made

This report from WALTERS, OKLA. - HERALD details Eddie Laxson's sighting of a UFO on March 23, 1966, which blocked highway 70. The article discusses a letter from Leon Davidson suggesting that the CIA, under Allen Dulles, was involved in building and operating flying saucers. Davidson also mentioned reports of UFOs with specific numbers, such as IX-1478, and a four-page brochure with an insignia drawn by a patrolman, suggesting UFOs are American-made.

Another UFO is seen here

This report from SIMA VALLEY, CAL. - SUN & NEWS describes Queenie, a dog, barking at 4 a.m., which alerted Cheryl Riddell to a glowing light sitting on top of a mountain. She initially thought it was a fire but then realized it could be a UFO. The object disappeared quickly. Cheryl believes in USO (Unidentified Submerged Objects).

How 'Voice' Got on TV

This brief report from MILWAUKEE, WISC. - JOURNAL explains that the mysterious "voice of Asteron" heard by television viewers was a hoaxer using a radio transmitter in the woods.

Followup

This article from CHICAGO TRIBUNE details the experience of Lawrence Coyne, an army major and helicopter pilot, who saw a UFO with a "gray, metallic-looking hull" approach his helicopter at high speed on October 18, 1973. Coyne and three other witnesses verified the sighting. The UFO reportedly pulled the helicopter upward before vanishing.

CARIBBEAN UFOS

This letter from WASHINGTON POST mentions a UFO sighting in Puerto Rico involving thousands of people, police, and a radar screen. The defense and air service reportedly closed books on UFO sightings in the states but opened an office in Puerto Rico. The Coast Guard investigated a spot where a UFO was sighted and found nothing, suggesting it dropped past the horizon of vision.

Pair of lights puzzled Viroquan

This report from VIROQUA, WISC. - BROADCASTER describes two bright yellow lights seen before dawn on Tuesday by B-C pressman Clayton Hanson. He described them as having a jerky movement and suddenly disappearing.

Two more UFO sightings

This report from MASSILLON, OHIO - INDEPENDENT mentions two additional UFO sightings reported by readers, one of a UFO between 8 and 9 p.m. and another of a strange light seen about 10 days prior.

UFO Fans Unite

This report from MEMPHIS PRESS-SCIMITAR discusses the nation of Grenada's efforts to establish a UFO research center, with Ambassador-at-large Wellington Friday urging the United Nations to address the issue. The prime minister of Grenada believes superpowers have concealed evidence of UFO sightings.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are the prevalence of UFO sightings across various locations in the USA, the scientific investigation into these phenomena, and the public's belief in UFOs and extraterrestrial life. There is a clear emphasis on presenting UFOs as a subject worthy of serious study, particularly through the work of scientists like Dr. Rutledge and Dr. Jastrow. The articles also touch upon the potential for government involvement or secrecy regarding UFOs and the possibility of future contact with extraterrestrial civilizations. The overall stance appears to be one of open inquiry and a willingness to consider the reality of UFOs, moving beyond mere skepticism.

This issue of the magazine, titled "OVNI SE PASEA COMO EN SU PROPIA CASA" (UFOs Roam as if in Their Own Home), features a collection of reports on unidentified flying objects (UFOs) from various international locations. The cover story focuses on an incident in Rocha, Uruguay, where a UFO sighting coincided with radio communication disruptions. The issue includes articles from Spain, France, England, and Australia, detailing witness accounts, police reports, and physical evidence.

UFO Incident in Rocha, Uruguay

The main article details an event in Rocha, Uruguay, on Sunday night, October 16, 1977. The police department confirmed the sighting of an unidentified flying object (OVNI) over the Atlantic coast. The object's movements were observed between 7:25 PM and 8:07 PM by police and civilian witnesses. A significant aspect of the report is the inexplicable failure of police radio equipment during the event, with a police announcer stating, "Inexplicably the equipment went dead."

UFOs from the Milky Way

A report from La Coruña, Spain, dated October 30, 1977, features Spanish engineer Bernardino Sánchez Bueno. He claims that UFOs originate from the Milky Way, which he estimates has one hundred thousand planets with intelligent life. Sánchez Bueno, who is the President of the Center for Cosmological and Parapsychological Studies in Lisbon, suggests that UFOs collect samples of plants, animals, and minerals because they might be from a dying world. He concludes that UFO occupants are benevolent and not a threat.

Porto-Rican Encounter

An article from "QUEST" Rennes, France, dated September 21, 1977, reports on a claim by a Porto-Rican peasant, Luis Sandoval. The 74-year-old man stated that he was examined by an extraterrestrial being a few days prior in a town near Corozal. He described the being as a small man, about one meter tall, who descended in a green flame. After examining Sandoval's feet, knees, chest, and head, the being disappeared with a noise similar to landing aircraft.

UFOs Over Uruguay

Another report from Montevideo, Uruguay, dated October 22, 1977, describes an "invasion" of UFOs over the country, leading to an unusual police report. The phenomenon has been repeatedly registered in rural and urban areas, including Montevideo, with witnesses reporting traces like calcinated grass and electromagnetic disturbances. The police department in Rocha issued a report detailing two sightings: one on Monday, October 17th, of an object with red, greenish-blue, and yellow colors, about the size of a small plate, moving slowly near the horizon. Another similar phenomenon was observed moving from south to north. The UFOs reportedly made zig-zag movements for over an hour before disappearing, leaving a red trail.

International Sightings

Germany

A brief report from Germany, dated August 13, 1977, mentions inhabitants of Almonasta la Real claiming Martians are among them. They describe two creatures in shiny uniforms emitting strong light who attacked a woman and stole her watch. A flying saucer was also reportedly observed days earlier.

France

An article from La Rochelle, France, details observations by the caretaker of Roche-Courbon castle, his wife, and daughter on October 11, 1977. They saw three objects moving towards the north-west, described as umbrella-shaped with a cockpit, about one meter in diameter, and oscillating. The objects emitted flickering lights of various colors and flames. A nearby inn proprietor reported hearing whistles and strange noises.

Germany (Kleine Welt)

A small article from Germany titled "Hilfe, bei uns sind Marsmenschen!" (Help, Martians are among us!) reiterates the claim of two beings in shiny clothing attacking a woman and stealing her watch in a Spanish village.

Australia

Several reports from Australia are included:

• Perth, November 11, 1977: The RAAF received two reports of an unidentified flying object over Perth, described as a white or silver-tailed object moving across the sky, pulsating with red and green lights.
• Perth, November 24, 1977: A report suggests that UFO sightings are increasing in Western Australia and calls for more information from official quarters.
• Melbourne, December 5, 1977: In Leitchville, a town near the Murray River, a farmer found a circular burnt patch in a paddock, approximately 9 meters across with a 45-cm-wide burnt outer ring, resembling marks made by jet engines.

England

Reports from England include:

• November 7, 1977: Schoolboys Peter Roden and Stephen Hitchins claim to have photographed three silvery objects flying high above an old reservoir near Cheslyn Hay, Cannock.
• October 11, 1977: Derek Clifford and his wife Lorraine reported seeing a flying saucer above Broad Town, which changed shape and emitted an orange glow. A spokesperson from RAF Lyneham confirmed receiving a report but denied sending a plane to investigate.

Portugal

Lisbon, November 15, 1977: An unidentified flying object reportedly flew over a Portuguese fishing vessel for several minutes off the southern African coast, reflecting an intense light and causing the ship's alarm system to operate.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are the prevalence and variety of UFO sightings globally, the disruption of communications and electronic equipment during encounters, and the physical traces left behind. The magazine appears to present these reports factually, often citing police and official sources, suggesting an editorial stance that takes UFO phenomena seriously and aims to document them comprehensively. The inclusion of witness testimonies and the detailed descriptions of objects and their behaviors indicate a focus on providing evidence and fostering discussion about the nature of these phenomena.