APRO Bulletin - 1973 07 00 - July-August

Magazine Overview

This issue of The A.P.R.O. Bulletin, Volume 22, Number 1, dated July-August 1973, is published by the Aerial Phenomena Research Organization Inc. (APRO) from Tucson, Arizona. It focuses on strange aerial phenomena, including sightings and sounds reported from various parts of the world.

UFOs in Southern Wisconsin

This section, authored by Richard Heiden, details reports from Mrs. Kent and her family who live on a farm in northern Walworth County, Wisconsin. They have frequently observed silent, red lights in the late afternoon near high-tension wires. Mr. Kent is a skeptic, attributing the lights to distant airplanes or balloons, while his wife and children are more open to UFO explanations. The article notes a lull in sightings due to recent family misfortunes and weather conditions.

Confirmation of Barra da Tijuca Photo Case

This article presents a letter to APRO's Rio de Janeiro Field Investigator, Mrs. Granchi, from a gentleman who, with a companion, witnessed a UFO in 1952 near Barra da Tijuca, Brazil. The sighting corroborates earlier reports by Joao Martins and Ed Keffel from the magazine "O Cruzeiro." The witness described a metallic object that appeared stationary before taking off at high speed. The writer, a doctor, chose to remain anonymous due to concerns about publicity.

Strange Aerial Sounds in South Africa

This section, compiled by Frank Morton, APRO's South African Representative, details reports of unusual sounds emanating from above. A case from the Eastern Transvaal describes a brightly glowing saucer-shaped object seen over White River, accompanied by a loud bang and a yellow light. In Johannesburg, a strange, unearthly noise was heard, described as a 'very loud swishing noise' or 'high-pitched whirring sound.' Dogs reacted by becoming quiet during the sound. Other reports include a sighting of a red, boomerang-shaped UFO in Bulawayo, Rhodesia, by two policemen, and a possible landing case in Queenstown, South Africa, involving burn marks on the lawn and a scorched porch pillar.

The Kruger Case

Mr. and Mrs. D. Kruger of Queenstown were awakened by a droning sound and a bright light. The next day, they discovered four 'pad' marks on their lawn and a scorched porch pillar, suggesting a possible UFO landing. Mr. Morton notes a potential 'malady' of reluctance among people to investigate unusual occurrences.

Confirmation (Continued)

This section continues the account of the Barra da Tijuca sighting, with the witness confirming that the event coincided with the photographs published by "O Cruzeiro." The witness, identified as a doctor, chose to remain anonymous to avoid involvement, a decision APRO respects due to past experiences of UFO observers facing negative publicity.

Wisconsin (Continued)

This part of the article details Mark Kent's sighting of three shiny, silvery objects shaped like hamburgers, arranged in a step-like formation. The objects were stationary and appeared to be about 15 feet across. The lower object had a red light moving between boxes and a unique 'cracked mirror' feature. The whistling sound was heard by Mark, his brothers, and the family dog. Later, Mrs. Kent and Albert saw a bright orange object above the horizon, and a neighbor reported seeing a huge glowing orange ball.

The Papero Case Follow-Up

This section provides an update on the Onilson Papero case from Brazil, detailing his experience of a blue luminous circle inside his car, followed by a luminous line and a 'flying disc' shape. Papero fainted and later developed purplish-blue spots on his skin. Dr. Max Berezowski's medical report indicated no physical or psychic alteration, but mentioned that information regarding Papero's unconscious period was withheld. The case is compared to the Villas-Boas and Barney and Betty Hill cases.

Field Investigators

APRO requests Field Investigators to send a short note to Headquarters to be included in an index card system, facilitating contact between investigators and members seeking to exchange information and UFO literature. This system aims to avoid the issue of investigators being bombarded with propaganda from other UFO groups.

Address Changes

Members are reminded to include their old zip code when submitting address changes to help the office staff operate efficiently, as plates are filed by zip code.

Celestial Events: October/November 1973

This section provides astronomical information for October and November 1973, including the positions of Venus, Mars, and Jupiter, and significant meteor showers like the Orionids and Taurids. It also highlights Comet Kohoutek, predicted to be a spectacular object.

New Guinea 1958-1959

This article discusses a UFO 'flap' in Papua Territory, New Guinea, between 1958 and 1959. While Dr. Donald H. Menzel attributed many sightings to the planet Venus, a graph shows a strong correlation between Venus's East elongation and the number of UFO reports. The article notes that Venus is often misinterpreted as a UFO, but acknowledges that some cases, like the Boianai sightings, remain unexplained, with Dr. J. Allen Hynek pointing out that Venus was not always visible during these specific events.

Follow-up (Continued)

This section continues the detailed account of the Onilson Papero case, including his medical tests and Dr. Berezowski's report. It mentions that the patient regained consciousness after being turned over, initially mistaking his rescuers for kidnappers. The suitcase was found inexplicably open, though nothing was missing. Papero experienced physical changes, including purplish-blue spots, which later turned yellowish.

Help!

APRO Headquarters is seeking donations of books on UFOs to disseminate among its foreign representatives and field investigators. Specific titles by Aime Michel, Jacques Vallee, Ivan Sanderson, and the Lorenzens are requested.

Lorenzo's on Tucson Talk Show

Mr. and Mrs. Lorenzen appeared on a KGUN-TV talk show devoted to UFOs, which included a call-in segment with over 75 calls, leading to new members and sighting reports.

"Flap" in Georgia

APRO is preparing a complete report on intense UFO activity in Georgia for the next issue.

Mental Impressions from UFO's?

This section explores reports where witnesses claim to have received mental impressions or communications from UFOs or their occupants. Two cases are presented: one from Wisconsin involving a young couple and a bright light, and another from Missouri where a woman reported a friendly impression from an occupant. The article suggests that further questioning of witnesses could help solve the general problem of UFO identity.

Press Reports

This section compiles brief reports from various locations:

• Cape Girardeau, Missouri: Dr. Harley D. Rutledge observed mysterious lights following high-frequency omnidirection (VOR) flight paths, noting they appeared white at close range but possibly colored at a distance.
• Ballarat, Victoria, Australia: An anonymous source reported a ball-shaped object that lit up the car's hood and glowed without moving. Another report from Ballarat East described a saucer-shaped object with flashing lights.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue revolve around the reporting and investigation of UFO sightings, strange aerial phenomena, and unexplained sounds. APRO emphasizes the importance of collecting witness testimony, conducting scientific analysis, and providing a reliable channel for reporting experiences. The organization also highlights the need for accurate astronomical data to distinguish known celestial objects from potential UFOs. The editorial stance is one of serious investigation into the UFO phenomenon, encouraging public participation and scientific inquiry while maintaining a cautious approach to unsubstantiated claims and protecting witness identities.