APRO Bulletin - 1959 09 00 - September

Magazine Overview

Title: THE A.P.R.O. BULLETIN
Issue: SEPTEMBER, 1959
Volume: Vol. 7
Publisher: AERIAL PHENOMENA RESEARCH ORGANIZATION
Country: USA
Date: September, 1959

This issue of the A.P.R.O. Bulletin presents a significant and alarming 'Top Secret Report' by Dr. Olavo T. Fontes, which posits that Unidentified Aerial Objects (UAOs) are not only real but possess advanced weaponry and exhibit hostile intentions. The magazine also features a collection of recent UFO sightings from various locations, including Australia and the United States, and includes commentary on the nature of UFO evidence and research.

Top Secret Report Unveiled

Part III: Friends or Foes?

Dr. Olavo T. Fontes, M.D., introduces a report that he believes will be difficult for many civilian UFOlogists to accept, as it suggests the existence of hostile UAOs. He asserts that these entities are testing weapons against civilian aircraft and military fortifications. Dr. Fontes states he is aware that this information will be a blow to those who believe UAOs are secret U.S. weapons, and he contrasts his findings with theories like that of Dr. Leon Davidson, who suggested a CIA connection to the Adamski case. Dr. Fontes emphasizes the importance of publishing this information despite personal risk, especially since one of the incidents is a top-secret military case.

He presents three incidents from the latter half of 1957:

Incident 1: UAO Hostility Against an Airliner (August 14, 1957)

A Varig Airlines C-47 cargo plane, PP-VCC, flying from Porto Alegre to Rio de Janeiro over Santa Catarina, encountered a luminous object. Commander Jorge Campos Araujo, the pilot, and his co-pilot Edgar Onofre Soares, along with the radio operator and two stewards, witnessed the object make an unbelievable maneuver, crossing their path at the same level before abruptly diving out of sight. The object was described as saucer-shaped with an intense green glowing cupola and a yellowish base. During the encounter, the airliner's engines faltered, cabin lights dimmed, and the entire electrical system nearly collapsed before returning to normal as the UAO disappeared. The crew was officially instructed by Varig Airlines not to discuss the sightings.

Incident 2: Airliner Encounter with Physical Evidence (November 4, 1957)

Investigated by Commander Auriphebo Simoes, this incident involved Captain Jean Vincent de Beyssac of Varig Airlines. While flying over Ararangua, Santa Catarina, at 7,000 feet, Captain de Beyssac sighted an impossible red light that grew larger. As he attempted to investigate, the object jumped 45 degrees and became brighter. Simultaneously, a burning smell filled the cabin, and the aircraft's ADF, right generator, and transmitter-receiver all burned out at once. The object then disappeared. This incident is noted for showing physical evidence of the UAO's actions.

Incident 3: Attack on Brazilian Fortress (November 4, 1957)

This top-secret military sighting occurred at the Brazilian Fortress Itaipu. Two sentries on duty witnessed a luminous flying object, described as a large, round, disk-shaped craft with an eerie orange glow, hover over the fortress. The object emitted a distinct humming sound. Suddenly, an intolerable wave of heat engulfed the sentries, causing one to collapse unconscious and the other to scream and hide. The incident triggered a complete collapse of the fortress's electric system, including generators and elevators. The alarm clocks also began ringing prematurely. The sentries suffered severe burns, and the incident was immediately classified, with strict orders for silence.

UAO Weapons - Comments on Technical Aspects Involved

Dr. Fontes posits that UAOs possess weapons that can create secondary currents to disable internal combustion engines and interfere with various electrical systems. He suggests these are not mere side-effects of electromagnetic fields but purposeful interference. The weapon is described as a high-frequency, long-range electromagnetic beam, possibly a micro-wave ionizer. This device can ionize the air, making it a high-resistance conductor, and potentially cause shorts in batteries or electrical systems. The "heat wave" in Incident 3 is theorized to be a result of "structural heating" caused by ultrasonics transforming longitudinal oscillations into transverse waves at interfaces like clothes and skin, leading to intense localized heat.

Australian Sightings on Upswing

Reports from Australia in July 1959 indicated a significant increase in UAO sightings. Two businessmen and two doctors in Brisbane reported seeing a large, moon-sized object with a tail. Natives on Prince of Wales Island saw a huge, glowing red object land and remain for over 24 hours. Sightings were also reported in Boulia, Bowen, and Darwin.

UAO Over Woomera Missile Test Range

On July 20, 1959, an unidentified object was sighted over the secret Woomera Missile Test Range in South Australia. Observers described it as a bright white shuttlecock moving south. The sighting was made public three days later, highlighting the candid approach of Australian officials compared to the American attitude.

Stateside Sightings Scattered

This section details several UFO sightings in the United States:

• July (approx. 14th), New Mexico: A sergeant and his wife near Holloman Air Force Base observed an unusual aerial object for 30-45 minutes, described as three white lights through dust, appearing to hover and then ascend.
• July 20, Superior, Nebraska: Jim Chapman reported an object that followed his car, verified by Mr. and Mrs. Gerald Kubicek.
• August 4, Gloversville, New York: Several people saw a stationary object in a field that then ascended, described as a large boat, about four feet high, covered in greenish-brown canvas.
• August 8, Northwest California: A bullet-shaped silvery object was seen speeding westward.
• August 8, Felton, California: An unidentified woman reported a silvery fast-moving object streaking across the sky.
• August 12, Greeley, Colorado: Paul Fleetwood and friends sighted a group of ovoid-shaped objects streaking through the sky, some leaving orangish trails.
• August 13, Freeport, Texas: Orville Shanks and companions witnessed a bright object with two smaller lights that appeared to land in a wooded area, emitting a penetrating sound.
• August 31, Barstow, California: Charles Hamilton and Felix Torres observed four huge, brilliant disc-shaped objects.

Woman Sees Saucer, Occupants

On July 13, Mrs. Frederick Moreland of Marlborough, New Zealand, reported seeing a saucer-shaped craft hover near her home. She described seeing two green lights pointing to the ground, a glowing cloud, and what appeared to be elevator belts. She saw two men inside, one of whom was silver-colored. The craft emitted a high-pitched whine and a smell like pepper as it left.

Sand in Our Eyes

L. J. Lorenzen discusses the psychological aspects of UFO belief, referencing C. G. Jung's work on flying saucers as a modern myth. He questions the tendency to dismiss evidence of UAO hostility and suggests that some embrace 'saviour-myths' to mask fear of the truth. He points to incidents like the Venezuelan 'hairy dwarves' and radiation burns as unexplained phenomena that challenge simple explanations.

Mystery Cylinder Hovers Over Ship

A brief report from Hammerfest, Norway, describes a cylindrical object, approximately 10 feet in diameter, that hovered silently above the Norwegian vessel Aida on August 31, 1959, before rising rapidly.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The dominant theme in this issue is the potential hostility of UAOs and the advanced, possibly weaponized, technology they possess. The 'Top Secret Report' by Dr. Fontes is central, presenting evidence that suggests UAOs are not benign visitors but entities capable of attacking aircraft and military installations. The editorial stance, as reflected in the inclusion of Dr. Fontes' report and the commentary on its implications, is one of serious concern and a call for greater awareness and scientific investigation into the potentially dangerous aspects of the UFO phenomenon. The magazine also implicitly criticizes the secrecy and lack of transparency often associated with UFO investigations in the United States, contrasting it with more open approaches elsewhere.