UFO NEWS

Magazine Overview

Title: UFO NEWS
Issue: VOLUME 6 NO. 11
Date: NOVEMBER 1981
Publisher: AERIAL PHENOMENON CLIPPING INFORMATION CENTER
Location: CLEVELAND, OHIO

This issue of UFO NEWS, published by the Aerial Phenomenon Clipping Information Center, delves into various UFO sightings and related investigations from around the world, with a particular focus on events in Italy, the USSR, and the United States. The magazine highlights official acknowledgments, military encounters, and the ongoing efforts to uncover government information on the subject.

UFO Blitz Over Italy: Sightings Are Genuine, Says Govt.

This article details six UFO sightings across Italy in 1977 and 1978 that were certified as "genuine" by the nation's Defense Ministry. The encounters included attempts by Italian Air Force jet pilots to intercept objects, and an airline pilot who initially thought he was going mad after witnessing a strange phenomenon. The documented cases, obtained through declassified government documents, describe objects with unusual characteristics, including pulsating lights, rapid altitude changes, and intense speed. The Italian military declined to comment beyond stating the investigations proved the sightings genuine.

Specific incidents include:

• March 9, 1978: A Milan airport control tower communicated with a pilot who saw a "green rocket" moving erratically.
• August 4, 1977: A Naples airport control tower official observed a UFO pulsating and changing brightness for an hour.
• November 23, 1977: A controller at Pisa airport watched a UFO for over two hours, noting color changes from red to violet to green.
• November 5, 1977: An official at Elmas Air Force Base observed a UFO move towards the tower, then ascend rapidly to 30,000 feet.
• October 27, 1977: A football-shaped UFO was seen near Elmas Air Force Base, with multiple similar objects reported.
• February 23, 1977: An Italian Air Force jet pilot encountered an intense ball of light near the River Po, which moved at high speed.

UFO Reports in the USSR

This section reports a significant shift in the Soviet Union's stance on UFOs. Previously dismissive, the USSR has now permitted its Academy of Sciences to issue a study on "anomalous atmospheric phenomena" based on 256 sightings. The report indicates that many observers had technical backgrounds, and the sightings predominantly occurred in the summer and fall of 1967. The objects were described with various geometric shapes, including spheres, disks, and crescents, and often emitted sparks or beams of light. Colors reported included red, pink, orange, and goldish hues.

The 10 Most Baffling UFO Cases of the Last 30 Years

This article, based on the work of investigator Raymond E. Fowler and his book "Casebook Of A UFO Investigator," presents ten cases that allegedly demonstrate UFOs' ability to penetrate U.S. defense systems without hindrance. Fowler asserts that UFOs are real and that the government's official stance of denial is a cover-up. The article details several incidents:

• NATO Base Missile Tests: Missiles exploded near a disc-shaped object with a domed top, which disintegrated them with a laser-like ray.
• August 1973 (Vandenberg Air Force Base): An inverted saucer-shaped object was tracked observing a Minuteman missile separation.
• Malmstrom Air Force Base Incidents (1966 & 1967): Ten missiles simultaneously failed, coinciding with UFO sightings reported by above-ground personnel. A similar event occurred in March 1967 with a full flight of missiles.
• Loring AFB, Wurtsmith AFB, and 24th NORAD (1975): Several major Air Force bases were penetrated by UFOs, with jets attempting to intercept but failing.
• June 1953 (Otis AFB): A pilot reported his engine and electrical systems failed when he attempted to intercept unknown objects, with the plane crashing later.
• August 1974 (Kwajalein Atoll): A cluster of UFOs appeared on meteorologist radar, halting a missile test.
• October 1974 (McAlester, Okla.): A commercial DC-8 cargo plane was approached by a craft that moved at high speed and took up a position near the plane.
• June 18, 1981 (New Haven, Conn.): A pilot and co-pilot chased a highly-polished, stainless steel disc that easily outdistanced them.

Coventry Man Wants UFO Data

This article focuses on Larry Fawcett of Coventry, Connecticut, who has been actively pursuing UFO-related documents through the Freedom of Information Act. Fawcett claims to have witnessed a UFO in 1965 and has since become involved with various UFO organizations. He alleges that the government's official stance of denial is a "cosmic watergate" and that documents obtained from the CIA, FBI, and National Security Department prove the existence of UFOs. Fawcett is particularly interested in a 1976 sighting where an unidentified "helicopter" allegedly investigated nuclear weapons sites. He also mentions the Roswell incident of 1948 and other reports of UFOs interfering with military operations.

UFOs Get National Attention: Interglactic Airport at Pine Bush?

This piece highlights Pine Bush, New York, as a location with a history of UFO sightings, drawing attention from Omni magazine. The article quotes residents who have witnessed strange lights and objects in the sky, including one who described a "disc-shaped silvery object" hovering above his home. While local police report no recent UFO activity, the article suggests that Pine Bush is considered a rendezvous point for UFOs by some residents. The piece concludes by pondering the possibility of extraterrestrial life and the eventual scientific proof of UFO existence.

Lexington Has Close Encounter?

This article from the Lexington, Nebraska Herald reports on multiple sightings of "brilliant lights" and a "multi-colored object" in the southwestern sky over Lexington. Local law enforcement, including Officer Gene Brummet and Sgt. Hubert Pierce, observed the phenomenon. The object was described as moving slowly across the sky and eventually disappearing. Similar reports were received on subsequent nights, with a Gosper County Deputy Sheriff reporting, "It's back." Officers speculated it could be a satellite, airplane, or helicopter, but expressed curiosity and a desire for an explanation.

UFO Sightings Reported Here (Greensburg, Indiana)

City police in Greensburg, Indiana, received two telephone calls reporting a UFO sighting with red, green, and blue lights. The reports were not confirmed by authorities and were described as widespread over central Indiana.

'UFO' Observed in China

This brief report mentions that the Peking Evening News received numerous calls about an "unidentified flying object" over the city, which was later identified as a research balloon reflecting sunlight.

Close Encounters

This section, part of a series on "The world's most baffling UFO stories," details a frightening close encounter experienced by four Army aviators in a helicopter on October 18, 1973. While flying near Cleveland, Ohio, they were on a collision course with a speeding UFO that stopped abruptly in front of them. The object was described as a domed cylinder with red, white, and green lights. The encounter caused the helicopter's magnetic compass to spin wildly. The aviators filed a report with the FAA, but no reasonable explanation was found. The article notes that the incident is considered "truly spectacular and unexplainable" by UFO experts.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue of UFO NEWS revolve around the persistent presence of unidentified flying objects, the often-skeptical but increasingly acknowledged responses from governments and military bodies, and the efforts of civilian researchers and organizations to document and understand these phenomena. There is a clear editorial stance that UFOs are a real and significant subject, often suppressed or downplayed by official channels. The magazine actively promotes the idea that governments possess more information than they reveal, advocating for transparency and further investigation. The inclusion of international reports, particularly from Italy and the USSR, suggests a global scope to the phenomenon and a desire to present a comprehensive overview of UFO activity and its implications.

This document comprises scanned pages from various newspapers and a magazine, primarily from September and October 1981, focusing on UFO (Unidentified Flying Object) sightings and related phenomena. The content includes news reports, eyewitness accounts, and expert opinions on these events.

Strange lights remain in skies near Lexington (North Platte, Neb. Telegraph, Sep. 26, 1981)

This article reports on the continued sightings of unidentified lights near Lexington, Nebraska. The Dawson County Sheriff's Department received a report on Thursday evening of lights observed about 10 miles northeast of Lexington. Officer H.C. Pierce of the Lexington Police Department described seeing two bright, white lights with rapid movement that came together, then separated, and were followed by officers for five miles before disappearing. He also mentioned sometimes seeing three lights forming a triangle. Pierce, along with other officers, consulted with Professor Elmer Kral, an authority on UFOs, who suggested the lights might be a natural phenomenon caused by heat waves. The movement of the objects was thought to be due to the Earth's rotation.

Bright UFO lights up night skies (The Indianapolis Star, Sep. 29, 1981)

This front-page article details a UFO sighting over the Indianapolis area on Monday night. The object was described as low-flying, hovering, and suddenly darting, dipping, and ascending with blinking lights. The Marion County Sheriff's Department received 50 calls, and the Indiana State Police received about 100 calls in a two-hour period. While most observers saw one craft, one man reported a fleet of 50. Police initially theorized the object might have been a motorized hang glider, but some witnesses reported hearing the hum of a small engine. The sighting followed similar reports in the area a couple of days prior.

'I couldn't get it off my mind, I wanted to make sure...' (Monroe, N.C. Enquirer-Journal, Sep. 27, 1981)

This article recounts the experience of Pat Eudy, a salesman from Monroe, North Carolina, who claims to have had a close encounter of the third kind in March 1979. Eudy had a three-hour gap in his memory from that night. With the help of psychologist Richard Pinneau, Eudy recalled being on board a UFO and seeing an astronaut-like being with a dark visor. He remembered being in a well-lit room and a darker second room where he was strapped into a chair, possibly for tests. He believes a blood sample may have been taken. Eudy speculates the craft was propelled by magnetism and could pick up his car. He initially kept his experience private due to potential skepticism but decided to speak out to encourage others who have seen UFOs to share their stories.

UFO or hoax? Expert may decide (Auburn, Ind. Star, Sep. 25, 1981)

This article discusses the discovery of four scorched circles, approximately five inches in diameter and four feet apart, in the backyard of a home near Auburn, Indiana. The residents, who requested anonymity, did not know if the circles were evidence of a UFO landing or a prank. A UFO expert from Northwestern University was reportedly on his way to investigate. The ground outside each circle was gouged about two inches deep. The owners discovered the circles on Thursday morning, and they were not present the previous night. The family's dog, a spaniel, did not bark, which was unusual.

UFOS (Elwood, Ind. Call Leader, Sep. 29, 1981)

This brief report summarizes UFO sightings over Indianapolis, with over 100 people reporting seeing the object. Sheriff deputies chased the flying machine, described as having one red light and four steady blinkers, which dipped and ascended. Police now theorize it was a motorized hang glider. The report notes that area police had no reports of strange lights or noises on Wednesday night. A powdery, metallic substance was found at the scorched circle site near Auburn, Indiana, and was to be examined by Dr. J. Allen Hynek.

SECRET UFO BASE Under the Amazon River (National Enquirer, Oct. 20, 1981)

This article investigates claims of a secret UFO base beneath the Amazon River in an area known as 'The Devil's Graveyard.' Retired Brazilian Army Gen. Moacyr Uchoa stated that the air force has evidence of an underwater UFO launching site. Charles Tucker, director of the International UFO Investigative Bureau, believes a base exists beneath the Amazon. The report details UFOs flying into and out of the river, buzzing fishing vessels, and one incident where a craft reportedly burned a farm worker with a beam of light, and another where a hunter was knocked out by a light beam. Noemi Rodrigues described a saucer-shaped craft shooting from the water. Maj. Holland Lima of the Brazilian air force sighted a disk-shaped craft and confirmed radiation burns on a plantation worker, Claudia Du St. Rodrigues.

UFOs over Stony Creek (Branford Conn. Review, Oct. 1, 1981)

This article reports on UFO sightings over Stony Creek on Friday night during a Hot Dog Roast. Several witnesses saw a zig-zagging UFO that changed colors (white, yellow, orange, red, and blue) before disappearing and reappearing. It was joined by a 'big white disk' before both disappeared. The Branford Police Station was called, but officers did not respond.

More UFO Sightings (Lock Haven, Pa. Express, Sep. 29, 1981)

This article discusses increasing UFO sightings reported from China and its territories, which were previously hushed up by the communist government. It also mentions UFO sightings in central Pennsylvania. The article cites a report from the Chicago Tribune about a 'bright pearl' seen in China about 920 years ago, and a sighting in Tibet of a 'bright object surrounded by a ring of blue-white light.' An American construction worker reportedly saw a similar object described as 'round or slightly egg-shaped in the center, with well-defined Saturn-like rings.' Locally, three sightings were reported in 1980 to Ernie Dabiero, an investigator for the Pennsylvania Center for UFO Research. A football-shaped object was seen hovering in the southeast sky on November 30, 1980, by a man from Snow Shoe and his friends.

Pulsating UFO reported (The Muskegon Chronicle, Sep. 30, 1981)

Janet Smith of Wolf Lake, Michigan, reported seeing an object with a 'pulsating green, red and white light that would disappear and then come back' from about 9:45 p.m. to midnight on Monday night. Six adult neighbors also witnessed the event. The object moved slowly away from them. Central Dispatch confirmed receiving one call about the 'pulsating light' but had not received any others. The director of Muskegon County Central Dispatch noted a significant decrease in UFO call volume in recent memory.

Evening Chat (Connersville, Ind. News Examiner, Oct. 1, 1981)

This column discusses reports of strange objects seen in the night sky, referencing the Indianapolis sightings. It also details an incident in Wellsview, Indiana, where a family witnessed an object that was brilliantly lighted and appeared to have spotlights aimed at the ground. The object's movements were described as too erratic to be an airplane or helicopter. The family's dog barked, awakening the residents. The article contrasts this with the possibility of a motorized hang glider, suggesting the Wellsview object was something else.

Sun SPOTS (Lewiston, Maine Sun, Oct. 1, 1981)

This section contains a reader's query about a 'sighting' at Webb Lake, Weld, Maine, on Sunday, September 23rd. The reader observed an object that moved steadily in straight line spurts, stopped, then moved again, eventually circling and ascending. The reader wonders if anyone else saw this. Sightings are recorded by the Brunswick Naval Air Station.

UFO SIGHTED (St. Mary's Pa. Press, Oct. 5, 1981)

Connie Tilton of Ulysses, Pennsylvania, reported sighting a yellow-orange, dish-shaped object moving west at an estimated five miles' distance. She observed the object for 15 minutes. Local UFO field investigator Joan Jeffers noted there were no known aircraft in the area, but suggested the possibility of a 'sun dog' (sun's rays reflecting off ice crystals).

UFO Buzzes Plane (National Enquirer, Oct. 27, 1981)

This article reports on an incident near NASA's Ames Research Lab in San Jose, California, where air traffic controllers and two pilots of a Cessna 150 witnessed a glowing red UFO buzz their plane. The object, described as a bright red pulsating light about 10 feet in diameter, did not appear on radar but was tracked visually. The pilots feared a collision. The airport is about 10 miles from the Ames Research Lab, which had numerous UFO sightings in February.

Police Tape-Record Eerie Noises Made by Glowing UFO (National Enquirer, Nov. 10, 1981)

This article describes a UFO hovering over the Portland, Oregon area, observed by police officers. A police tape recording captured the craft's eerie noises, described as a brilliant orange, whining sound, like a power plant diesel motor with a screeching noise. The sound was analyzed by acoustical experts who stated they had not heard any sound like it in nature and it was certainly not a helicopter. The UFO was surrounded by fog when it ascended. The article mentions Dr. J. Allen Hynek, director of the Center for UFO Studies.

Unidentified flying object 'big as a house' is spotted (The Tylertown, Miss. Times, Sep. 24, 1981)

This article reports on sightings of an unidentified flying object in the Tylertown, Mississippi area. At least six people reported seeing a V-shaped, cuplike object with different colored green and yellow lights hovering over Highway 27 south. The object made a 'strange loud noise' as it moved west and was described as being as large as a house and near tree-top level. Periodic sightings of UFOs have been reported in the Tylertown area, with more incidence in the fall.

A Close Encounter At College Park? (Prince George Journal, Sep. 2, 1981)

This article details an encounter by three College Park, Maryland youths who spotted a cigar-shaped object with blue lights in front, white lights in the center, and a red flame trailing out the back. The object hovered over the Beltway near College Park for about two hours, displaying erratic movements. The youths described it as too erratic to be an airplane or helicopter. The object was called into the police 911 emergency number and was reportedly picked up on radar by a tracking station, which could not identify it. The article notes that there were no helicopters in the area and no unusual aircraft reported by the nearby College Park airport.

Decatur Man Believes In UFOs After Sighting (The Huntsville Times, Oct. 15, 1981)

Jeff Wydner of Decatur, Alabama, believes UFOs exist after sighting an unidentified flying object near Mooresville. He described the object as the size of a football field, hovering about 100-200 yards over Highway 20. It was egg-shaped with many white lights and one bright orange light at the end of a pole. He heard no sound from the object, which hovered for about 15 seconds before disappearing. Wydner stated it was not an airplane and that he is now a believer.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring theme throughout these articles is the prevalence of UFO sightings across various locations in the United States and even internationally (Brazil, China). Many reports emphasize eyewitness accounts, often from ordinary citizens, police officers, and pilots. There's a consistent effort to find rational explanations, such as natural phenomena, aircraft, or hoaxes, but often the descriptions of the objects and their movements defy conventional understanding. Some articles highlight the role of UFO investigators and organizations like the Center for UFO Studies. The editorial stance, where discernible, leans towards reporting the phenomena as presented by witnesses, acknowledging the mystery and the ongoing debate about the existence and nature of UFOs, while also presenting potential scientific or mundane explanations. There's a sense of wonder and intrigue surrounding these unexplained aerial events.

This issue of the magazine, dated September and October 1981, focuses on a variety of UFO sightings and related mysteries reported across England. The cover prominently features the headline "UFO riddle of bright light in the sky," alongside other articles detailing "Purple sphere mystery" and a "strange light."

Key Articles and Sightings

'Three in one' light puzzle (Bradford Telegraph & Argus, Sep 25 1981):
Trainee teacher Frances Bowtell reported seeing a strange blob of light above Baildon, Yorkshire. Initially stationary and resembling a planet, it later changed shape and split into three parts: a white cloud, a silver crescent, and a faint light. She noted it did not move for 20 minutes, ruling out a weather balloon.

UFO riddle of bright light in the sky (Watford Evening Echo, Sep 12 1981):
Victor Briggs, a 21-year-old, witnessed a light bulb-shaped object, described as massive and bright, hovering in the sky near Watford Junction. He later saw the light again, which gradually faded away. Police had no reports of strange lights in the area.

Purple sphere mystery (Whitby Gazette, Sep 18 1981):
A Whitby resident anonymously reported seeing a purple, incandescent sphere hovering over Whitby cemetery. The object, described as deeper in the middle and lighter at the edges, exhibited a slight see-saw motion and emitted a humming sound mixed with a generator-like noise. Whitby police had no further reports, though a UFO was reportedly sighted over RAF Fylingdales.

UFO probe into man's death riddle (Evening Courier, Sep 28 1981):
This article details the ongoing mystery surrounding the death of Zygmunt Jan Adamski, a Polish-born miner whose body was found in a Todmorden railway goods yard five days after he left home. Detectives investigated a possible UFO link after reports of sightings in the area, but found no concrete evidence. However, UFO experts, including Walter Reid of the British UFO Society, and Mr. Nigel Mortimer, believe there are grounds for a full investigation. The inquest revealed Adamski died of a heart attack, possibly brought on by shock or fright, and had mysterious burns on his scalp, neck, and head. The circumstances of his death remain a complete mystery.

Claim on UFO (Nottingham Evening Post, Oct 1 1981):
Members of the Nottingham UFO Investigation Society claimed to have identified an orange-coloured object over Bulwell Golf Course. Auto Alloys Helicopters confirmed they were testing a new type of flare at the time. The society was investigating over 60 reported sightings in the city area since August.

UFO Sighted Over Stone (Kidderminster Shuttle Wores, Oct 9 1981):
An unidentified flying object, described as a large, black, doughnut-shaped UFO, was spotted by multiple witnesses passing low over houses in Stanklyn Lane, Kidderminster. Witnesses described it as about 30-40 feet in diameter, shaped like a flat cylinder, with a black metallic underside and shiny top. It was flying at about 2,000 feet and moving slowly, appearing to rotate and shimmer without making a sound.

Mill boss Jim's close encounter (Wigan Evening Post, Oct 3 1981):
Mill boss James Nelson reported seeing a strange blue light streaking through the sky over Coppull, which then disintegrated into fragments. He described it as a bright blue flame travelling very fast with no clear shape.

Sky 'cross' riddle (Exeter Express & Echo, Oct 2 1981):
Eric Morris, chairman of the Plymouth U.F.O. Investigation Centre, is seeking information about a "flying cross" object seen near Exeter years ago, which he believes may have returned. He noted a spate of sightings in Devon, causing fright.

UFO experts to probe man's death riddle (Evening Courier, Oct 8 1981):
This article reiterates the investigation into Zygmunt Adamski's death by UFO experts Walter Reid, Graham Birdsall, and Nigel Mortimer. They are looking into the circumstances due to multiple UFO sightings reported around the time of his death. Police had previously investigated a UFO link but found no evidence. Several people reported seeing a dark object with red and white flashing lights hovering over Stoodley Pike.

'Bouncing UFO' seen (Barking & Dagenham Post, Sep 23 1981):
Paul Griffiths claimed to have seen two UFOs from his window in Dagenham. He described one as a bright orange light that began bouncing up and down behind houses, followed by another identical object shooting into the sky.

UFO PICTURE EXCLUSIVE (Evening Courier, Oct 19 1981):
Anthony Vaivods photographed a strange light above Halifax town centre. Mrs. Jean Berwick and her son also reported seeing a white light travelling towards Southowram, described as larger than a shooting star, too low, and travelling too quickly for an aircraft.

Riddle of UFOs in the clear dawn sky (Bradford Telegraph & Argus, Oct 29 1981):
Pensioner Mrs. Betty Banks of Keighley reported seeing two stationary plank-shaped objects in the dawn sky. They emitted brilliant white light, then contracted into a ball shape and vanished. She stated this experience changed her mind about UFOs.

Councillor supports UFO sightings (Hastings Observer, Oct 17 1981):
Councillor Heather Elrick reported seeing a bright cigar-shaped object in Hastings. Other witnesses also reported a pulsating round white light. Kenneth Major is seeking to start a local branch of the British UFO Society.

UFOS appear each night (Bradford Telegraph & Argus, Oct 17 1981):
Hairdresser Mr. Raffaele Nobile reported seeing three small flashing lights and a larger light appearing regularly above his home in Bradford between 7:50 p.m. and 8:40 p.m. He noted that other people in the area had also reported seeing these lights.

Two UFOs seen (Evening Courier, Oct 16 1981):
Two glowing spheres were seen in the sky over Southowram, Halifax. Witnesses included a deputy overseer, a verger, and choir members.

UFO sightings mystery (Suffolk Mercury, Oct 2 1981):
Mrs. Lyn Kidd reported seeing two huge, bright stars joined together, motionless, over Ipswich. Her sighting was corroborated by neighbours and a secretary who saw similar lights. RAF Bentwaters and RAF Woodbridge investigated but found no explanation, though a USAF spokesman suggested a C5 Galaxy plane.

Earth-shattering experience for Denise (Western Evening Herald, Oct 28 1981):
Denise Bishop of Plymouth claims she was burnt by a lime green beam from a UFO that landed near her parents' bungalow. The massive, crab-shaped ship with pastel lights left a burn mark on her hand, which she considers tangible evidence. The Plymouth UFO Research Group, led by Bob Boyd, is investigating the case, noting the lack of physical evidence in most UFO sightings makes this case unusual.

Death strikes from space (Weekly World News, Oct 27 1981):
This article revisits the Zygmunt Adamski case, detailing the police investigation and the involvement of UFO investigators. A police officer under hypnosis recalled seeing an alien spacecraft hovering over the coal yard before Adamski's body was found. The article highlights the mysterious burns and the possibility that Adamski's death was linked to a UFO encounter, calling it the "first interstellar murder case."

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are UFO sightings, unexplained aerial phenomena, and the investigation into mysterious deaths potentially linked to UFO encounters. The editorial stance appears to be one of open-minded inquiry, presenting witness accounts and expert opinions without definitive conclusions, particularly in the Zygmunt Adamski case. There is an emphasis on gathering information and encouraging public participation in reporting sightings. The articles highlight the persistent nature of UFO reports and the challenges in finding concrete explanations, often contrasting official investigations with the theories of UFO enthusiasts.