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Magazine Overview

This issue of The APRO Bulletin, Volume 29, Number 5, published in June 1981, focuses on a variety of UFO sightings and research-related topics. The cover prominently features a "GIANT 'CIGAR' OVER ARIZONA" and "STRANGE LIGHTS SEEN NEAR MT. ST. HELENS." The publication is from the Aerial Phenomena Research Organization (APRO).

Cooperation Requested

The issue begins with a "Cooperation Requested" section from Project Bigfoot, seeking information on infra-red heat-seeking or heat-registering equipment (thermography devices) to aid in locating sasquatches. They mention a reference to a Colin Norris of Australian UFO Research who had such a machine and ask for any reader information or leads.

Renewal Notice

Readers are reminded that their Membership/Subscription may be due for renewal if their address label shows the code 29/7. The APRO Staff expresses their anticipation of sharing the "UFO experience" through another 12 issues.

UFOhio Symposium Papers

A list of papers presented at the APRO UFOhio Symposium is provided, with prices for ordering copies from APRO Headquarters. Titles include "Old Magic and New" by Robert F. Creegon, Ph.D., "The Roswell Investigation, Update and Conclusions" by William L. Moore, and "The Interrupted Journey Continued" by Betty Hill. Two upcoming presentations are also mentioned: Lt. Colonel Lawrence Coyne's "My Encounter" and Dr. Peter Van Arsdale's "Sociological Aspects of UFO Research."

Giant "Cigar" Over Arizona

On January 30, 1981, William E. Heft and five other men observed a cigar-shaped object near Florence, Arizona. The object was dark with misty cloudlike vapor, moving east at about 40 degrees elevation. Heft took three photos of the object, which he estimated to be between 5,000 and 6,000 feet altitude and as large as a football field. The object moved from 40 to 90 degrees elevation in 15 minutes before disappearing into clouds. The report notes that the photographs, while clear, do little to enlighten the nature of the UFOs.

Strange Lights Seen Near Mt. St. Helens

An article discusses unusual light phenomena reported near Mt. St. Helens in late March or early April. Police at St. Helens reported seeing bright orange lights in the sky. Trooper Ron McCartney and other officers also witnessed a "dome-shaped" light. Donald Atkin, a citizen's band radio operator, reported a second light near his home emitting a whining sound, which was tape-recorded and described as similar to a ship's sonar. Atkin reported the light dipped toward the river, heard a crash, and then the light moved away and disappeared. There were no reports of aircraft in the area.

APRO Staff and Membership Information

Details are provided about the APRO Staff, including Coral E. Lorenzen as Editor and L.J. Lorenzen as International Director. Membership and subscription rates are listed, with options for the United States, Canada & Mexico, and other countries. The publication's copyright is noted as 1981 by the Aerial Phenomena Research Organization, Inc.

For What It's Worth

This section includes several brief reports:

• Radio Call Report: Mrs. Lorenzen received a call from a person identifying himself as "Chris," who described a circular, metallic object with rivets seen on Great Bear Lake in Canada on July 16, 1979. Chris took 12 photos, but his watch stopped, and aircraft instruments malfunctioned upon reaching shore. He promised to submit the photos but never did.
• Flying Saucer Photographed in Maceio, Brazil: Marcio Coelho Pereira do Carmo photographed a bright, orange-yellow object in Maceio, Brazil, on an unspecified date. The object moved east-west and then southwest, emitting a uniform luminosity. A luminous beam was visible from the bottom of the object in the photograph.
• Object Over Tucson: On March 8, 1981, Mrs. Lorenzen observed a round, white, ball-shaped object moving east over Tucson, Arizona. She watched it for about 1.5 minutes as it climbed into the southeast. She estimated its size as a straight pin at arm's length and its elevation at last sight as 60 degrees southeast.

Suomen Ufotutkijat Ry. (The UFO Research of Finland)

This section reports that in the last quarter of 1980, The UFO Research of Finland received 4 UFO-related sighting reports, classifying two as UFOs and one as vague. The media coverage of UFOs was normal.

UFO Near Vaasa

In September 1980, two witnesses near Vaasa, Finland, observed a bright light approaching at sea. Ake Hurin, in a boat, described the object as orange, about 1.5 meters in diameter, and hovering 3-4 meters above the sea. His friend, Kurt Bergfors, observed the object from shore, describing it as saucer-shaped with a 3-meter diameter, hovering for 5 minutes.

Humanoids In Rauma

On June 19, 1979, in Rauma, Finland, Allan V. and Maila K. observed a bright silver-gray domed object. Maila approached the object and saw two "awful creatures" inside with large eyes and frog-like skin, about half a meter tall. The object was about one meter in diameter. When Maila attempted to touch it, she was temporarily blinded, and the object zoomed away.

Missourian Relates UFO Encounters

Charles Fiorita and his wife, Maedean, have reported UFO encounters in Missouri newspapers. The section mentions a phone call from Rochester, New York, regarding a sighting.

Press Reports

This section compiles several UFO sighting reports:

• Middletown, New York (October 28, 1980): Andrea Stolfe and Margaret Klein saw a triangular object hovering over trees, which later approached their car with four lights shining beneath and a huge beam. The object was estimated to be 60 feet long.
• Chillicothe, Missouri (November 18, 1980): Numerous people sighted strange bright lights, described as triangular objects with corner lights and a red light hanging down, or as a kite with lights. A large, cylindrical object was also seen over Huntsville, ejecting smaller crafts.
• Sedalia, Missouri (November 19, 1980): An unidentified attorney observed a cigar-shaped object similar to those seen the previous night.

Dog Missing After UFO Encounter

In Wales (July 27, 1980), Alan Morris reported seeing a bright, pulsating light that landed in a field. He discovered a cylinder-shaped craft with three gray-suited figures emerging. His dog barked and ran towards the craft, after which Morris lost consciousness. Upon waking, his dog was gone, and slight scorch marks were found on the ground.

UFO Contactees: Captive Collaborators or Cosmic Citizens?

This ongoing article by R. Leo Sprinkle, Ph.D., continues to detail UFO contactee and abductee experiences. It lists numerous cases (32-47) from 1979 and 1980, involving UFOLK, abductions, examinations, and alleged physiological symptoms. A table lists 12 UFO contactees and abductees interviewed without hypnotic procedures, with their interview years ranging from 1967 to 1980. The article discusses chronic symptoms reported by contactees, psychic manifestations, and messages from UFOLK regarding prophecies.

Pat L. McGuire: UFO Contactee

This section details the experience of Pat McGuire, who, with his wife Wanda, lives in Wyoming. McGuire undertook a project to dig a large well, which involved building his own rig and using an army tank motor. The well now pumps a large volume of water, allowing extensive irrigation.

The Status of UFO Research

Coral E. Lorenzen, Treasurer of APRO, provides a progress report on the organization. She discusses APRO's history since 1952, its office operations, and current financial challenges. Lorenzen notes that incoming memberships and renewals are not covering expenses, and the organization may need to raise dues. She compares APRO's tenure and files with those of MUFON and CUFOs, highlighting APRO's extensive historical records. The report concludes with an appeal for ideas and donations to help APRO continue its work.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue include detailed accounts of UFO sightings with descriptions of object shapes, colors, behaviors, and estimated sizes and altitudes. The publication emphasizes the importance of witness testimony, photographic evidence, and the ongoing efforts of APRO to collect and analyze UFO-related data. There is a clear stance of promoting UFO research and encouraging public participation through information sharing and membership. The financial struggles of UFO organizations are also highlighted, suggesting a challenging environment for such research.