APCIC - Vol 08 No 11 - 1983

Magazine Overview

Title: UFO NEWS
Issue Date: November 1983
Volume: 8, No. 11
Publisher: AERIAL PHENOMENON CLIPPING INFORMATION CENTER
Location: Cleveland, Ohio, USA

This issue of UFO NEWS, dated November 1983, is published by the Aerial Phenomenon Clipping Information Center (APCIC). The cover prominently features a stylized illustration of a flying saucer and the magazine's title. The publication includes a range of articles and reports on UFO sightings, investigations, and related theories from various locations.

Staff and Contributors

The magazine lists its editorial staff, including Harry R. Cohen as editor and S. Mac Williams as assistant editor. It also features a list of foreign correspondents from countries such as Argentina, Australia, Denmark, France, Japan, Italy, Turkey, West Germany, and Canada, indicating a global scope for its reporting.

Key Articles and Reports

Mystery Lights Make Encore

This article by E.B. Walzer reports on the reappearance of mysterious lights over the Carmel police station in Putnam County, NY. Witnesses described the lights as moving slowly and banking north, not resembling airplanes. John Torpey described the object as "very strange," "very close," and "boomerang"-shaped, making no noise. The lights were also reported in surrounding counties, including an oval-shaped object with multicolored lights seen over New Haven, Connecticut.

UFOs? Or Soviet Satellites?

This section discusses the theory proposed by The Committee for the Scientific Investigation of Claims of the Paranormal, suggesting that some UFO sightings might be Soviet satellite networks. James Oberg of the Johnson Space Center is cited as having matched UFO sightings with specific Soviet rocket launches from Plesetsk, which are said to orbit over Argentina and Brazil. The Soviet government reportedly does not admit to Plesetsk's existence, and UFO speculation is seen as a convenient cover.

Proof That UFOs Landed in 500,000 B.C.

This article presents the views of Dr. Jeffrey Goodman, an archaeologist and author, who suggests that space aliens may have created modern humans, giving them advanced technology as long ago as 500,000 B.C. Goodman points to the drastic evolutionary leap from Neanderthals to Homo sapiens, the development of language, and evidence of early human technological capabilities (like mining iron ore and inventing an alphabet) as support for his theory of "outside intervention."

UFO Spotted Near Latrobe in Past Month

This report details a sighting in the Latrobe-Derry area of Pennsylvania. A Derry man observed a round, battleship gray object with bright lights and a high-pitched sound that followed his vehicle. Stan Gordon of the Pennsylvania Association for the Study of the Unexplained noted a rash of similar sightings in western Pennsylvania during the summer. The object was described as having a door in the center with amber-colored lights.

Amazing UFO Rescue: Stunned Army Officer Witnesses Huge Silent 'Airbus' Moves in After Flying Saucer Crash

This article, by Len Stone, recounts a UFO incident in Sweden where aliens reportedly formed a search-and-rescue mission after a UFO crash. Army Capt. Lennart Bergstrom witnessed a large, silent "bus"-like object and two smaller UFOs. The incident involved an object that appeared to sink into a forest clearing and then lift off at high speed. Swedish authorities found nothing at the site. UFO experts believe the large craft was a mothership.

UFO Sighting Reported (Wellsburg, Ohio)

Reports from Wellsburg, Ohio, describe three people seeing something hovering in the sky with blinking lights. The object was also detected on air traffic radar, though there were no radio communications with it.

UFO Leads Cops on 6-Hour Chase

This article, also by Len Stone, details a six-hour chase in Australia involving police and a mysterious UFO. The object, described as having car-like headlights and red tail lights, hovered over roads and a shopping center. Police experienced frustration and fear, recalling the disappearance of pilot Frederick Valentich. The UFO was described as cigar-shaped, about 30 feet long and 20 feet wide, and was not identified by aviation authorities or the military.

UFOs Remain Hot Topic Among Select Few

This piece by Jim Myers discusses the Rochester UFO Study Group, an organization of about 50 researchers investigating UFO sightings and related phenomena. The group, founded by William Sherwood, examines photographic evidence and investigates local reports. The article notes a decline in public interest in UFOs compared to the 1950s and '60s but asserts that "they" (UFOs) are still present. The group also explores psychic experiences related to alien visits and the phenomenon of "missing time" events, where abductees may have lost hours of memory.

Any Visits with Aliens?

Continuing the discussion on UFOs and aliens, this section addresses the consistency in descriptions of aliens (marshmallowy white, pasty, skinny, large eyes, small noses, flat ears) and raises concerns about their "totalitarian order" and treatment of people like animals. It also touches on the theory that UFOs are attracted to power plants and nuclear facilities, and mentions a 1965 power blackout possibly linked to alien activity.

UFOs Sighted (Kingston, NY)

Reports from Kingston, NY, detail sightings of three UFOs over the Hillside Acres area, described as mushroom-shaped with red, white, and green lights. One object moved fast while circling, and another hovered. The UFO Reporting Center in Seattle was notified.

Arundel Police Investigating UFO Sighting

This report from Baltimore, MD, covers a UFO sighting in Pasadena, where police and fire officials investigated an object described as 2-3 feet high and 12 feet wide. The object reportedly landed on a lawn, lifted off without noise, and left dark spots on the grass.

Todd R. Comes to Town

This piece mentions people spotting flying saucers over the Kingston area, including over IBM and cornfields. It includes anecdotes about people's reactions to the idea of riding in a UFO, referencing the experience of Betty Hill.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue of UFO NEWS include the persistent presence of UFO sightings globally, the investigation of these phenomena by dedicated groups, and the exploration of various theories, from Soviet satellite involvement to ancient alien intervention in human evolution. The magazine appears to maintain an open stance towards UFO reports, presenting witness accounts and expert opinions while also acknowledging skepticism and the need for rigorous scientific investigation. The editorial stance seems to be one of documenting and exploring the unexplained, encouraging public participation in reporting and investigating such events.

Title: UFOmystery
Issue Date: September 15, 1983
Publisher: Evening Post
Country: United Kingdom

This issue of 'UFOmystery' magazine delves into various unexplained aerial phenomena reported across the United Kingdom and the United States, highlighting witness testimonies, photographic evidence, and the ongoing investigations into these mysterious events.

The Adel Sky-Watchers

The lead story focuses on a significant UFO sighting in Adel, Leeds, on the night of September 15, 1983. Scores of local residents reported observing strange, flickering lights hovering and banking in the night sky for over an hour. Despite extensive inquiries by the Yorkshire Evening Post, no official explanation was forthcoming. The article features a striking time-exposure photograph taken by amateur photographer Michael Tebbs, which shows the trail of the mystery lights. Mr. Tebbs described how a friend alerted him to the lights, which he watched for about an hour, changing colors from red, blue, green, and white. He also reported seeing other lights flashing and a fireball. A spokesman for the Air Traffic Controllers at Leeds Bradford Airport confirmed that the sightings were not related to their aircraft and that they received reports but could not trace or see anything. They speculated it might have been an aircraft climbing, which can appear stationary. Mr. Graham Birdsall, chairman of the Yorkshire UFO Society, stated that investigators would be interviewing witnesses.

Other UFO Sightings and Investigations

Ashbourne Mystery

The Derby Evening Telegraph reports on the ongoing investigation by the Nottingham UFO Investigation Society into mysterious UFO sightings in Ashbourne from August 1980. After three years, the group's report concludes there is no clear explanation, though they maintain an airship or airships might be responsible. Witnesses described silent lights, while others heard a buzzing noise or a sound like a milking machine. The report classifies the objects as Unidentified Flying Objects but does not claim they are extraterrestrial, though the possibility is not ruled out.

Kennington Sighting

The Oxford Times details a sighting over Kennington on Wednesday night, where Mr. and Mrs. Fred Bradley observed a silver and black sphere wobbling slightly and flying in a straight line at about 450-500 feet. They described a hissing sound or engine noise. Mr. Bradley, while not thinking it was a flying saucer, believed it was something terrestrial.

Pembroke Dock Mystery

The Western Telegraph reports on a UFO seen over Pembroke Dock by Tony Rees and his girlfriend. They described an orange object with two tails that hovered before shooting off at great speed. Mr. Rees found the experience unnerving.

West Chester Lights

A letter to the West Chester, PA, Local News describes a series of flashing lights – green, blue, and red – seen at precisely 1:21 AM on Saturday, October 1. The witnesses, Quentin Senise and Jacquie Wolfgang, were certain they were not under the influence of anything and were seeking a logical explanation.

Sonora and Northern California Sightings

The Sonora, CA (Tuolumne Co.) Daily Union Democrat reports on a gigantic flash of red light seen by Melody Allen, which lit up the whole ground. Similar reports from Northern California described a bright ball of light with a green tail, or a black object with a blue glow and yellow tail, moving across the sky. Officials from Vandenberg Air Force Base stated no missiles were launched, and astronomers from Lick Observatory suggested it was likely a meteorite. The UFO Reporting Center in Seattle received multiple calls fitting this description.

Dover Express - Strange Lights

The Dover Express features the experience of David and Dorothy King, who initially disbelieved in UFOs but became convinced after seeing a brilliant white light hovering over Folkestone at remarkable speed. Their daughter, Dot, is a UFO investigator.

Hull Daily Mail - UFO Sighted Over North Hull

Gary Clark of Hull reported seeing a brilliant white light, like a fluorescent tube, hovering low in the sky with a trail behind it, moving very slowly. His daughters also witnessed the object. The report notes that radio presenter David Jacobs also reported seeing a similar white light the previous night.

Bournemouth Advertiser - Another Sighting

A Christchurch woman, Mrs. Sally Vowles, reported seeing an object ringed by red and green lights hovering over a new hospital site for about 10 minutes before descending.

East Anglian Daily Times - Strange Lights Near Air Base

Reports of strange lights near Bentwaters and Woodbridge air bases in Suffolk revived local interest. Mrs. Sandra Button and Mrs. Mary Potter saw three lights forming a triangle, which later moved slowly overhead towards the USAF bases, emitting a humming noise. Mr. William Wright in Alderton also saw three large white lights forming a triangle with red tail lights.

Manchester Evening News - UFO Alert in Village

Police in Stock responded to a call about a flying saucer hanging low in the night sky. However, upon investigation by 'astronomy policemen,' it was concluded to be a planet or a bright star.

Manchester Evening News - What Was That?

Mrs. Margaret Doyle recounts an experience from 18 years prior in Stockport, where she and a friend saw a red light appear and follow them out of a closed window before disappearing into the sky.

Leicester Mercury - UFO Spotters Jam BBC Switchboard

Radio star David Jacobs reported seeing a mysterious ball of light with a tail hurtling across the sky while on the M1 motorway. This led to numerous calls jamming the BBC switchboard with similar sightings from across the country. Air Traffic Control at East Midlands Airport recorded nothing on radar. Mr. Graham Hall, a UFO researcher, noted an increase in unusual object reports.

Manchester Evening News - 'Space Craft Landing' - Call for Inquiry

A team of Manchester UFO researchers is calling for a public inquiry into reports of a UFO landing near RAF Bentwaters in Suffolk in December 1980. They claim official documents, including a report by Lt Col Charles Halt, prove that a UFO landed and that the incident was classified top secret. They have obtained a copy of this report through the Freedom of Information Act and are prepared to hand their evidence to an independent panel of scientists.

Sunday Mirror - DJ David Stirs Up UFO Fever

This article reiterates the story of David Jacobs' sighting on the M1, detailing the path of the UFO from Yorkshire to Devon and the overwhelming response from the public calling the BBC. It highlights that while Jacobs was convinced it was not a conventional aircraft, ATC recorded nothing.

Islington Gazette - The Big Orange Fireball

Brenda Gray reported seeing a large orange fireball moving across the sky towards Dalston. She described it as being about tower block height and moving steadily. The Royal Observatory suggested it might have been a satellite, but noted that such objects are not usually that big or bright.

News of the World - UFO Lands in Suffolk - The Airman's Story

This article provides a detailed account from U.S. airman Art Wallace about a UFO landing in Rendlesham Forest, Suffolk, on December 27, 1980. He described a triangular-shaped object, about 20ft across, landing silently and then exploding with blinding light. He and other security personnel were taken to the site, where they saw the object, described as a transparent 'aspirin' and later giving off a metallic bluish light. He reported seeing beings inside and experienced a strange feeling, later finding himself back in his bunk covered in mud. The incident was classified top secret, and witnesses were warned not to talk about it. UFO experts Larry Fawcett and Brenda Cutler have investigated, obtaining Lt Col Charles Halt's report and seeking a public inquiry.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are the prevalence of unexplained aerial phenomena, the consistent descriptions of lights and objects with unusual characteristics (shape, color, behavior, speed), and the frequent lack of conventional explanations from official sources like air traffic control or military authorities. There is a clear editorial stance supporting the investigation of these phenomena, with multiple articles featuring UFO researchers and calls for more transparency and inquiry. The articles highlight the impact of these sightings on ordinary people and the frustration of seeking answers. The issue also touches upon the historical context of UFO reports and the potential for extraterrestrial origins, while also presenting more mundane explanations like satellites or meteors when applicable.

This issue of the Yorkshire Evening Post, dated September 21, 1983, features a five-part series on Yorkshire UFO sightings, with the second installment focusing on a 'Close encounter on the A65 road.' The publication also includes reports from other areas, such as Aldershot, and international locations like the United States.

Close Encounter on the A65 Road

The lead story details a series of unusual events in the remote moorland areas around Carleton, North Yorkshire. In January 1978, two men observed a massive, bright light, estimated to be 100 feet in length, moving slowly towards their vehicle at 3:20 a.m. The object, which had no discernible shape at first, later tilted, revealing its size and a 'skirt' that was slowly revolving. Three large balls of light and portholes were also visible underneath. This description was later corroborated by independent witnesses and captured on film by police officers.

In May 1978, a construction worker near Foulridge, Colne, reported seeing a large silver dome or disc, approximately 250 feet above the ground and estimated to be 130 feet in diameter. The object hovered silently for 15 minutes before vanishing. The witness, who requested anonymity, drove closer but the object had disappeared.

A more dramatic incident occurred in March 1982 when a Skipton family, referred to as the 'Smith' family, encountered two brightly colored balls of light, one red and one green, swooping down on their car as they drove near Standrise plantation. The lights, described as football-sized, kept pace with the vehicle at window height, terrifying the family and their dog. When Mr. Smith stopped the car and attempted to turn back, the objects continued to follow before disappearing.

On March 4, 1982, a business woman traveling alone on the A65 Keighley-Kendal road near Coniston cutting experienced a similar encounter. A blue light suddenly illuminated her car, followed by red and blue lights in her rear-view mirror. A white beam of light then descended from above, enveloping the car and road. The encounter resulted in a missing time lapse of approximately 30 minutes.

Subsequent investigation into the business woman's case involved hypnotic regression. Over several months, a consultant hypnotist conducted five regression sessions. During the third regression, the witness experienced significant discomfort before recalling the missing time. Transcripts from these sessions revealed frightening statements, including the existence of 'evil' enemies from afar. The investigation has expanded to locations in Greece and Africa, with experts being consulted, but the witness's confidentiality is maintained.

ALF'S CLOSE ENCOUNTER

This section, written by Debbie Collins, details the experience of 77-year-old pensioner Alfred Burtoo of Aldershot. While fishing on the Basingstoke Canal, he claims to have seen a flying saucer land. He was approached by two figures dressed in pale green suits, about 4ft tall, with dark visors. They beckoned him to follow them to the steps of the object, which he described as being made of burnished aluminum. Inside, one of the beings spoke to him in a 'sing-song voice' with an accent described as being between Russian and Chinese. They asked him to stand under an amber light and then asked him to turn around. After being told his age (78), they informed him he was too old and infirm for their purpose and allowed him to leave.

Mr. Burtoo initially did not report the incident due to disbelief from others, but decided to speak out after an American air force officer revealed seeing UFOs in Norfolk. His wife, Margery, stated that while initially frightened, she now believes her husband, noting he has been losing sleep over the experience.

Omar Fowler of the Surrey Investigation Group on Aerial Phenomena, who investigated Mr. Burtoo's claim, stated that he was initially skeptical but became convinced of the story's truth, noting that Mr. Burtoo provided details about the object's shape and interior that he could not have known otherwise. The Surrey branch is conducting a detailed investigation and is seeking information from anyone who has had similar experiences in the area.

UFO PANICS FAMILIES

This article, from the National Examiner (West Palm Beach, FL) dated August 23, 1983, reports on an incident in Conway, Arkansas. Mothers and children were panicked by a sudden, bright light that illuminated the early evening sky. Witnesses Ottie Maltbia and Margaret Abrams described the lights as 'glowing eyes of celestial fire' that flared yards away, illuminating the sky like daylight. The lights appeared as two huge circles, about five feet or more in diameter, hovering horizontally about three feet off the ground. The lights vanished as mysteriously as they appeared, leaving the witnesses deeply disturbed and trying to understand what they had seen.

UFO sighted in Rye sky

Reported in the Tarrytown, N.Y. News on August 25, 1983, this incident describes an unidentified flying object with flashing green, red, and yellow lights sighted in Rye on Wednesday night. Daniel O'Keefe reported the object for the second consecutive night. He, along with eight neighbors and two police officers, watched the object remain stationary for about half an hour before moving off in a northwesterly direction. Police initially dismissed it as a plane, but took the report more seriously the second night. O'Keefe estimated the altitude of the lights at about 20,000 feet.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue revolve around unexplained aerial phenomena, UFO sightings, and close encounters. The publication appears to take a serious approach to these reports, with investigations being conducted by dedicated groups like the Yorkshire UFO Society and the Surrey Investigation Group on Aerial Phenomena. The editorial stance seems to be one of open-minded inquiry, presenting witness testimonies and expert opinions, while acknowledging the skepticism that often surrounds such claims. The inclusion of hypnotic regression as a investigative tool suggests a willingness to explore unconventional methods to uncover the truth behind these phenomena.