APRO Bulletin - 1963 07 00 - July

Magazine Overview

Title: THE A.P.R.O. BULLETIN

Issue Date: JULY, 1963

Publisher: THE AERIAL PHENOMENA RESEARCH ORGANIZATION

Description: This issue of the A.P.R.O. Bulletin is a publication dedicated to the investigation and reporting of unidentified aerial phenomena (UFOs). It features a collection of eyewitness accounts, news clippings, and investigative reports from various locations, aiming to shed light on the mystery of UFOs.

"Meteor" Panics Baseball Crowd

On May 28, 1962, in Vancouver, B.C., Canada, a large, brilliant object, described as a 'meteor,' caused panic among players and spectators at a baseball game. The object had an angular displacement of at least 10 degrees and traversed a significant area of the sky in about 5 seconds. Fans and players alike were startled, with some describing its brilliance as a 'magnesium flare' and a control tower employee stating it was 'as big as an aircraft hangar.' Reports of the object came in from various locations in Canada and the USA, including Spokane and Lewiston, Idaho. Research scientist Frank Hughes noted its unusual size and duration, suggesting it was not a typical meteor. The article highlights an increase in observations of large, brilliant meteors coinciding with the appearance of saucer and cigar-shaped phenomena, noting that these objects are brilliant, low, emit blinding flashes, are seen over large areas, make no noise except occasional crashes, and are never observed to crash.

Barometers React To "Meteor"

On July 31, 1962, a mysterious bright object was observed over western Washington state. The Weather Bureau indicated that the object apparently caused pressure changes similar to those noted after large nuclear explosions. Witnesses described the object as 'jet-like' but silent. Barometric pressure needles reportedly 'jumped' in Seattle, Olympia, and Toledo. The object, first seen in the southwest, disappeared in the northeast, moving horizontally and appearing to disintegrate. A Tacoma woman described it as large, without a tail, and the color of the sun, about half the size of a soccer ball. Observers at McChord AFB did not see the object, but Robert Gribble of the National Investigations Commission on Aerial Phenomena felt it was not a meteor due to its horizontal flight path and a 20-second observation duration.

Saucer Lands In Italy

On December 18, 1962, in Milan, Italy, a factory watchman reported seeing a '3-foot, 4-inch man climb out of a 'flying saucer' after it landed in the courtyard. The creature reportedly beckoned to the watchman before re-entering the ship, which then took off. Police launched an investigation into the incident.

Report from Australia

Peter Norris reported an incident involving dairy farmer Charlie Brew and his son Trevor near Moe, Australia, on February 16, 1963. They observed a 'thick disc,' described as 'battleship grey' with a band of glass and protrusions, descending slowly. The object, at an altitude of 75 to 100 feet, suddenly shot off at high speed. Brew reported hearing a 'pulsating, whooshing' sound, and noted that his cows and horse became panicked. Brew, who had previously scoffed at UFO reports, swore the object was real.

Saucer At Sheffield Reservoirs

In Sheffield, England, Walter Revill and a friend, Mrs. Teresa Spotswood, observed a bright orange object described as 'like two soup plates, one upside down over the other.' The main part was translucent, and the rim glowed brightly. The object moved rapidly, and though Revill managed to photograph it, it was a fast-vanishing point of light. Neighbors also confirmed seeing the object. John Needham reported seeing a bright blue glowing object with a rim of tennis ball-like features, described as 'bigger than the moon.' Reporters and a photographer from the Sheffield Telegraph also witnessed a bright light.

Rancher Sees Hovering Object

A. T. Gray, a dairy rancher in the Capay district, California, reported seeing a strange saucer-shaped object hovering over an alfalfa field in September 1962. The object, about 20 feet in the air, had two lights and made no noise. It moved erratically, skimming the ground and then zipping off at high speed. Gray described it as oblong with blunt edges and noted that the object was occasionally silhouetted by lightning.

Another "Mother" Ship?

On August 26, 1962, Walter T. Jones, Jr., of Philadelphia, observed a light traveling on a north-south course that increased in size and brightness. He noted a dip in its course and then it became motionless. He then observed several smaller, bright round objects appear beside the large one. A formation of six smaller orbs, followed by one bright green light, passed directly over his house at a low altitude, operating silently.

Green Flash Over Cincinnati

On May 3, 1962, a bright greenish-white flash was observed over Cincinnati, Ohio. Reports described the object as 'rocket-shaped' or a 'huge ball of fire with a tail,' traveling horizontally toward the southwest. The Cincinnati Enquirer noted a lack of explanation for the sighting at the time.

Antarctica Sightings Corroborated

Mark Channing reported seeing a cluster of three lights on July 7, 1962, in Invercargill, New Zealand. The lights appeared to be three separate white lights that flashed on and off. A South Hillend farmer also reported seeing a strange sky object that was egg-shaped and bright green, traveling into the southeast and releasing sparks.

Argentina Sightings

The 1962 'flap' in Argentina began with a January sighting and intensified in May. Reports include residents of Cordoba seeing a brilliant, elongated object with streaks of color, followed by fog, and later a 'reddish hut-shaped thing.' In Catamarca, a luminous body followed a horizontal line of light. In Mayor Buratovich, two 'dots' emitting orange light were seen. A resident of La Barrera reported an object with a halo of yellow and red light. In Ameghino, a shiny, phosphorescent green object with a tail was observed, which appeared to be four or five elongated balls forming a cigar shape. The Villa Harding Green airport reported a small, reddish object moving horizontally at low altitude. A special commission was formed to study the information. Captain Luis Sanchez Moreno of Naval Intelligence investigated an incident involving truck drivers who reported a brightly lighted object that separated into two and left damp, greyish stains. The Navy had been concerned with UFO phenomena since 1952.

Seattle-Another Fire Ball

On May 19, 1962, hundreds of Seattle residents witnessed a huge yellow ball of fire that appeared to burn out in the atmosphere. Reports indicated it may have crashed near Seattle or continued over the Pacific Ocean. Two hours later, another strange object, a bright light, was reported moving from west to east, speculated to be similar to the U.S. Balloon satellite Echo I.

Monitoring and Scanning UFOs (Part 1)

This section details various incidents involving UFOs and their effects. A textile merchant and his wife reported their windshield shattering after seeing a strange bluish light, followed by a whitish mist and a feeling of heat. Mrs. Darnell described a 'beautiful blue light' that lit up the sky, followed by an object like a 'ball of fire' with a blue light tail that passed over their car, causing it to get hot and making them feel like they were 'fighting for air.' Richard Vogt reported a 'ball of fog' approximately three feet in diameter striking his automobile, generating intense heat and causing pit marks on the windshield and hood. The incident was referred to University of Minnesota scientists. The section also discusses the case of five deaths in a burned vehicle in Kentucky, where authorities ruled out foul play but noted evidence of intense heat from above, suggesting a possible UFO connection.

Monitoring and Scanning UFOs (Part 2)

This part continues the discussion of UFO incidents. Mrs. Gerald Alderman reported a 'weird, almost eerie encounter' with a UFO described as a 'little thing, a round ball about six to eight inches in diameter and aglow with a fiercely bright white light' with a 'tail' of light. The object moved in an orbit and then shot away at extreme speed. A similar sighting in Florida was compared to an incident in Jersey where a UFO reportedly threw a television set out of kilter. Mrs. Jessie Bilancio described a bright object hovering in a tree, which she initially mistook for a spotlight. The section also includes reports of UFOs following cars, such as the experience of Mr. and Mrs. Franklin Richardson, who were 'chased' by fast-flying blue-white lights that caused their car to swerve and crash. Darwin Tichenor reported seeing strange lights that would appear, disappear, and move erratically, with one object coming very close to his car before vanishing. The article also mentions a sighting by Jim Chapman of Nelson, Nebraska, who saw an object that followed his car, and the Kubiceks confirmed this sighting. The experience of Mr. and Mrs. Richard DuBois in New Mexico involved a 'brilliant ball of white light' that chased their car for over 30 miles, eventually breaking into four smaller lights.

Monitoring and Scanning UFOs (Part 3)

This section continues with UFO incident reports. Gus Goettsch reported his car being struck by what appeared to be a flying saucer while returning from Cherokee, Iowa. The object, described as about the size of a paper plate, was spinning and dropping sparks. It struck the rear fender of his car and disappeared. The article also discusses the case of five people found dead in a burned car in Kentucky, noting that the autopsies indicated death by 'internal heat' and that the car's top was melted, suggesting an intense heat source from above. The author hypothesizes that UFOs may be dangerous and that their occupants are not concerned with human welfare.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

This issue of the A.P.R.O. Bulletin consistently highlights the unexplained nature of UFO sightings, emphasizing their physical characteristics, unusual behaviors, and potential effects on humans and the environment. The publication appears to take a serious, investigative stance, collecting and disseminating reports from around the world. Recurring themes include objects described as meteors or balls of fire, silent and fast-moving craft, unexplained heat phenomena, and the distress or panic caused to witnesses and animals. The editorial stance is one of seeking to understand and solve the mystery of these unidentified objects, encouraging readers to share their experiences and contributing to a growing body of evidence.