APRO Bulletin - 1964 07 00 - July

Magazine Overview

This issue of The A.P.R.O. Bulletin, dated July 1964, is the official copyrighted publication of the Aerial Phenomena Research Organization (APRO). It is issued bimonthly to members and is dedicated to the eventual solution of the mystery of unidentified objects. The publication is based in Tucson, Arizona.

Key Articles and Reports

UAO Landing at Air Force Base

This section details a chronological account of an unidentified aerial object (UAO) landing on the North Range Extension of Holloman Air Force Base on April 30, 1964. A B-57 bomber pilot reported seeing an "egg-shaped and white" UFO. Mission Control confirmed the pilot's report. The landing was also confirmed by local sources, including a radio operator who overheard communications and a newsman who had intended to report the details.

Splitting Disc Seen in Arkansas

Reported by Lucius Farish of Plumerville, Arkansas, this sighting describes a star-like object appearing on January 28, 1964, which increased in brightness and magnitude. By 9:34 p.m., the object split into two sections of the same original shape. At 10:30 p.m., a high-frequency, deafening sound was heard, and the objects moved southeast and disappeared. The observer noted the objects became of naked-eye visibility at 3rd magnitude and followed them with 7x36 binoculars.

Kids Called Hoaxers By U.S.A.F.

This report from Canyon Ferry, Montana, on April 30, 1964, involves 11-year-old Linda Davis and two young members of the Rust family who saw a "bright glow" and a landed object. They reported four 8"x10" indentations in the ground, arranged in a rectangle, with a cactus nearby burned. Sheriff Dave Middlemas and later Dr. J. A. Hynek of Northwestern University, along with Air Force officers, investigated. An officer from Malstrom AFB stated they were "not at liberty to say anything." The report notes that the children faced ridicule but maintained their story.

Incident At La Madera

On April 26, 1964, Orlando Gallegos of Española, New Mexico, reported seeing a "butane-tank shaped object" about 200 feet from his father's house. The object was described as long, tubular, made of metal, about 14 feet in diameter, and shooting blue flames from holes in the bottom. The ground was found smoking the next day, with indentations and melted glass. Captain Martin Vigil of the New Mexico State Police investigated.

Discussion of the Holloman Landing

This section delves into the Holloman landing, emphasizing the authenticity of the information and the reliability of sources. It notes that the B-57 pilot recognized markings on the Socorro object, suggesting prior military briefing. The article discusses how authorities might have planted the idea of a secret Air Force vehicle to explain the Socorro incident. It also highlights that three independent sources confirmed the landing.

Other Sightings and Analysis

• Range Sightings: Two other sightings near White Sands-Holloman Range are detailed: on May 15, radars tracked two brown, football-shaped objects performing complex maneuvers, and on May 22, an object with extremely low speed was tracked.
• 1933 Sighting: A report from Pennsylvania describes a ball-shaped object, about 10 feet in diameter, with a violet light and a circular opening.
• Revolving Lights in Wyoming: An unidentified object with blue and red lights was observed over Cody, Wyoming, for 6 hours on September 22, 1963.
• Silver Cigar Over Texas Town: Residents of Baytown, Texas, reported a silver, cigar-shaped object with a fiery tail on March 6 or 7, 1963.
• Soundless Object at Casper, Wyoming: On August 29, 1963, two women observed a huge orange and red light on a long object that moved silently and accelerated rapidly.
• Australian Sightings: Reports from New Zealand detail an astronomer observing a reddish light appearing from different directions and travelling at high speed.

Editorial: Why No Contact?

The editorial addresses the persistent question of why UFO occupants have not made direct contact with humanity. It dismisses earlier claims by figures like Adamski and Schmidt as unscientific. The authors speculate that UFO occupants might be conducting surveys (military, ecological, biological, industrial) due to Earth's volatile nature, overpopulation, and conflict. They draw parallels to historical colonization, suggesting that contact could be detrimental to humans if not handled carefully. The editorial also discusses the nature of UFO occupants, with some researchers favoring the idea of humanoids while others remain skeptical, influenced by past experiences with sensational claims.

Editorial: The Reason and Congressional Pressure

This section discusses the efforts of APRO and other groups to advocate for Congressional hearings on UFOs. It mentions that while APRO has received support for its deductions regarding the censorship of UFO information, it believes that direct pressure campaigns on Congress are costly and inadequate. The editorial suggests that the Air Force may not be the central agency investigating UFOs, hinting at a separate, anonymous committee.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue revolve around documented UFO sightings, landings, and the physical evidence left behind. There is a strong emphasis on witness testimony and the challenges of official investigations, which are often perceived as dismissive or evasive. The editorial stance is one of critical inquiry, urging readers to consider the implications of potential contact with extraterrestrial intelligence and to approach the subject with a responsible and analytical mindset, rather than succumbing to sensationalism or wishful thinking. The publication aims to present factual information and encourage thoughtful speculation based on evidence.