APRO Bulletin - 1964 11 00 - November

Magazine Overview

The A. P. R. O. Bulletin, published by the Aerial Phenomena Research Organization (APRO), is an official copyrighted publication issued bimonthly to members. This November 1964 issue focuses on a variety of UFO sightings and incidents, with the prominent cover story detailing a child burned in New Mexico.

Child Burned in New Mexico

This section recounts the sensational case of Charles Keith Davis of Hobbs, New Mexico. On June 2nd, an elongated, apparently metal object hovered above Charles, causing him to swell and leaving a sooty deposit on his face, neck, and shirt. Mrs. Frank Smith, his grandmother, described the object as top-shaped and emitting black soot and fire. Samples of the boy's skin and hair, along with his clothing, were sent to an FBI laboratory. The boy was treated at Lee County Hospital for second-degree burns. The doctor noted the burns were on his face, ears, and neck, with imbedded soot, but stated the boy was not "burned bald."

Strange Gelatinous Fall in Mexico

On August 9, 1964, near the Los Maravillas mining area in Sonora, Mexico, Mr. Baltazar Flores and others reported seeing a "dark cloud-like object" approaching like a meteor. After it passed, they heard an explosion. The next day, they found a compact, gelatinous mass of a green-turquois color with lighter streaks, estimated to weigh 2-3 tons and smelling badly. A stick poked into the mass became covered with a sticky substance. Authorities reportedly ignored the report, suggesting it might be a satellite chunk. Three days later, most of the mass had disintegrated.

Fall Sightings in Massachusetts

APRO member Raymond E. Fowler investigated several sightings in Massachusetts during the fall of 1964. One incident involved two teen-aged boys and a twelve-year-old boy who chased a silver-gray, oval object estimated to be 75-125 feet long, with pulsating lights. The object hovered at 500-1000 feet and then sped away. Another witness, John Marransino, also saw the object hovering over Porter Field.

Martin Caidin Observes UFO

Aerospace author Martin Caidin, piloting a Piper Aztec B on September 12, 1964, with Ed Keyes, spotted an orange-colored UFO near Dodge City, Kansas. They described its "tumbling action," slowing down and speeding up. Caidin, a former Continental Air Lines pilot, stated it was "absolutely not a meteor" and described it as a "circular mass."

Bullet Shape at Florence, Ore.

An unidentified policeman in Florence, Oregon, reported a bullet-shaped object to the Coast Guard on October 16, 1964. The object was described as brilliant orange-yellow, turning to bright blue. This was the third such report to the Coast Guard in Florence that month.

Another Disc Near White Sands

On August 29, 1964, Mr. P. D. Snow observed a large, saucer-shaped object travelling south at high speed near the Organ Mountains in New Mexico. The object was about four miles away and larger than a silver dollar held at arm's length. It banked up at a 45-degree angle and disappeared into the sky.

State Representative Sees UAO in Louisiana

State Representative Charles G. Smither observed a "shapeless, motionless metal object" over Lake Pontchartrain, Louisiana, on September 14, 1964. He and another witness initially thought it was a jetliner but noted it had no tail or wings. The object remained motionless for at least three minutes before disappearing.

Monitoring And Scanning Discs—Addenda (Conclusion)

This section continues the chronicle of unexplained happenings, detailing several incidents of motorists being followed by small, low-flying UFOs. One case involved Ronnie Davis and Phyllis Bruce in Fairfield, Illinois, terrorized by a round ball of bright white light. Another involved two motorists in Louisiana who were followed by a small glowing disc in 1957. The article notes the difficulty in obtaining full accounts due to witnesses becoming reluctant to speak.

UFO's Chased Them on Road, Vero People Say

Four residents of Indian River County, Florida, reported being chased by a number of unidentified flying objects on Route 60 near 20-Mile Bend. The objects, described as bright, amber-colored lights, moved erratically and kept pace with their car. When the witnesses turned around to get a closer look, the objects disappeared. Later, the objects reappeared, forming a V-formation and then a circular formation, before disappearing again at high speed.

Mystery Light Panics Couple

On November 3, 1964, Rudolph Huizen and Duane Myers in Pescadero, California, were alerted by a barking dog and saw a bright light moving erratically. When Huizen flashed an SOS, the light moved toward them, becoming larger. The object then settled over trees, moved back and forth, and illuminated the sky like a full moon before disappearing at extreme speed.

Massachusetts Sighting

Miss Marlene A. Ventura and Mr. Donald Kupchick, Jr., reported seeing a glowing pinkish-red orb, described as the size of a grapefruit held at arm's length (estimated 10 feet in diameter), descending into a backyard. It was composed of a round center and concentric rings of color. Ten smaller, oblong objects followed in parallel formation. The objects paused, then emitted bright bluish-white light "fingers" before a terrific flash caused them to disappear.

The UFO Evidence

This subsection reviews a NICAP report on UFOs, noting its defensive approach and emphasis on Air Force "censorship." The report is considered revealing, particularly regarding the lack of documentation for landing and occupant reports, especially those outside the U.S.

Police Chief Views UAO

James Sculley, Chief of Police at Hamilton, Montana, observed a bright, unconventional aerial object hovering near a mountain while camping. The object projected two beams of light and was estimated to be at least 25 feet in diameter.

Teachers Spot UFO After Tremor

Mrs. M. P. Tavender and Mrs. K. M. Lewis in Australia reported seeing a "flying saucer object" over Henley Beach Road 20 minutes after a "mysterious" earth tremor. The object moved sideways and then disappeared at high speed.

Omaha Visited By Light

A bright light was seen in the sky over Omaha, Nebraska, in late August 1962. Observers noted its abrupt forward movement and disappearance. The weather bureau could not identify it, and the Strategic Air Command offered no explanation.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The APRO Bulletin consistently reports on UFO sightings with detailed witness accounts, emphasizing physical evidence and the behavior of observed objects. The publication appears critical of official explanations and alleged government censorship regarding UFO phenomena. The editorial stance encourages public awareness and investigation, while also acknowledging the emotional and psychological impact of these encounters on witnesses. There's a recurring theme of official indifference or disbelief from authorities and the press, which APRO aims to counter by disseminating information and encouraging members to share their findings.