THE A.P.R.O. BULLETIN

Magazine Overview

Title: THE A.P.R.O. BULLETIN
Issue: Vol. 29, No. 7
Date: Published August, 1981
Publisher: AERIAL PHENOMENA RESEARCH ORGANIZATION, INC.
Country: USA
Language: English

Contents

Renewal Notice

The issue begins with a renewal notice, urging readers to check their address labels for a code indicating their subscription is due for renewal and expressing anticipation for another 12 issues.

UFOhio SYMPOSIUM PAPERS

A list of papers presented at the APRO UFOhio Symposium is provided with prices for ordering copies. Titles include "Old Magic and New" by Robert F. Creegan, Ph.D., "The Roswell Investigation, Update and Conclusions" by William L. Moore, and "E.T.H.-Completing The Jigsaw" by L.J. Lorenzen. Presentations by Lt. Colonel Lawrence Coyne and Dr. Peter Van Arsdale are also mentioned as forthcoming.

CLARIFICATION

By L.J. (Jim) Lorenzen, this section addresses a past internal conflict within APRO involving Allen Benz and Bill English, who allegedly attempted to take control of APRO's assets and mailing list. The author details how their actions were reviewed and how the memberships of Benz and English were terminated, with their status changed to subscribers. The article also touches on rumors of APRO's "isolationist" attitude, refuting them by highlighting APRO's support for other UFO research groups like CAUS, The Fund for UFO Research, VISIT, and Bob Gribble's Phenomena Research. Lorenzen emphasizes that cooperation among UFO groups is important when goals align.

UFO OVER COPPER SMELTER

This article details a significant UFO sighting in Morenci, Arizona, on October 23rd, 1980. APRO investigator Jim McCoy interviewed five witnesses who described a boomerang-shaped object hovering over a copper smelter. The object moved slowly, stopped, and emitted a brilliant light into the smelter stack before accelerating rapidly. The object's speed and ability to reverse course without banking were noted as particularly unusual. A subsequent sighting by two of the witnesses involved smaller lights that emerged from the main object.

METEOR OR UFO?

This section presents a narrative by Terry L. Wright about an experience on August 3rd, 1972, near Lewiston, Idaho. While driving, Wright and companions observed an object that initially appeared to be a meteor but later displayed characteristics of an unknown craft. The object descended into a canyon, displaying a tubular profile and emitting a soft luminescence. Using a protractor and ruler, Wright estimated the craft's length and noted its smooth surface with no visible seams or control surfaces. The object then accelerated rapidly out of the canyon.

Smelter (continued)

This continuation of the "UFO Over Copper Smelter" article describes the object's movements after the initial observation, including its stop over the south smelter stack and subsequent departure. It also notes a second sighting by Joe Nevarez and James Best involving a similar object and smaller lights. The article mentions corroboration from a law enforcement official and press coverage by the Eastern Arizona Courier. The editor's note highlights the object's unusual ability to reverse course without changing its flight attitude.

THE A.P.R.O. BULLETIN Masthead and Staff

This section provides the APRO Bulletin's copyright information, address, phone numbers, and lists the APRO Staff, including International Director L.J. Lorenzen, Director of Research James A. Harder, Ph.D., and Editor Coral E. Lorenzen. It also details membership and subscription rates and guidelines for quoting from the publication.

Consulting Panels

A list of consulting panels in various scientific disciplines (Biological Sciences, Medical Science, Physical Sciences) is provided, with names of experts associated with APRO.

UFO RESEARCH IN CHINA

This article reports on the formation of the "China UFO Research Organization" in China, headed by a 26-year-old student. The organization has approximately 300 members and publishes a journal named "UFO Exploration." It mentions a specific sighting and photograph from Gangping county, Beijing, in August 1980, where the object was described as a triple star of an inverted T shape surrounded by a halo of light.

MORE ACTIVITY IN WASHINGTON

By W.J. Vogel, this section reports on UFO sightings in the Yakima Indian Reservation, Washington. Dorothea Sturm, a fire lookout, describes seeing a large, white, bright light on July 14th, 1981, and other sightings on July 1st and July 4th, including bright orange lights. The article notes that orange balls of light are common in the area.

UFO CONTACTEES: CAPTIVE COLLABORATORS OR COSMIC CITIZENS?

By R. Leo Sprinkle, this article concludes a discussion on UFO contactees. It summarizes a survey of over 200 individuals who have experienced psychic impressions related to UFO encounters, often involving memories of abduction and examination by alien beings. The author explores the hypotheses that contactees view themselves as "captives," "collaborators," or "Cosmic Citizens" and suggests that going public can help them improve their lives. The article thanks individuals who gave permission for their names to be used and lists references, including APRO publications and works on UFOs and hypnosis.

References

A list of references is provided, citing APRO publications, articles from UFO Report and Playboy Magazine, and books related to UFOs and hypnosis.

PRESS REPORTS

This section compiles several brief reports of UFO sightings from various locations in Arizona and other states:

• December 19, 1980, Willcox, Arizona: Lucy Catano and daughter saw lights moving east to west across the sky.
• January 6-7, 1981, Payson, Arizona: Bud Farmer observed a fireball that moved, reappeared, zig-zagged, and accelerated horizontally.
• January 6-7, 1981, Payson, Arizona: Diana Iles saw multiple lights in the sky moving fast.
• January 6-7, 1981, Payson, Arizona: Tommie Woolwine and sons saw two objects flying one above the other.
• February 9 & 19, 1981, San Jose, California: Pilots and air controllers observed a large, red, pulsating light.
• February 19th, San Jose, California: Residents and air controllers reported a steady red light that accelerated rapidly.
• February 23, 1981, Longview, Texas: Lavell Morales and daughter encountered a large orange and gray object described as saucer-shaped.
• March 3, 1981, Pasco County, Florida: Terry Roch reported an object resembling a falling star pursued by a jet, followed by unidentified helicopters.
• Alabama (date unspecified), Dothan: A couple saw a saucer-shaped object with a dome and lights hovering near treetop level.
• Kentucky, March 11, 1981, Chestnut Flat Ridge: Cathy Gilpin and son Arlin reported a large bright orange light and Arlin experienced a sensation of being touched by a light.

JUST RELEASED! THE ENCYCLOPEDIA OF UFOS

This section advertises "The Encyclopedia of UFOs" edited by Ronald D. Story, describing it as a comprehensive collection of UFO sightings, government involvement, theories, and a bibliography. It provides details on the book's content, author, and pricing.

APRO IS ALIVE – AND WELL

By Coral E. Lorenzen, this article thanks the APRO membership for their support, indicating that the organization is recovering financially. It mentions that APRO will continue to be quartered in the Lorenzen home and that non-essential files are being stored. The author requests members to be patient regarding file searches and to provide ample warning for visits. The article also urges timely membership renewals to help manage the editor's workload.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue of the APRO Bulletin include detailed reports of UFO sightings and encounters, with a focus on witness testimony and physical descriptions of objects. There is a strong emphasis on UFO research and investigation, as evidenced by the reports from APRO staff and the mention of various research organizations. The bulletin also delves into the psychological and sociological aspects of UFO experiences, particularly concerning contactees and their interpretations of their encounters. Internal organizational matters and the challenges faced by UFO research groups are also discussed, suggesting an editorial stance that values transparency, cooperation among researchers, and the continued pursuit of understanding the UFO phenomenon despite organizational hurdles. The issue also highlights the global nature of UFO interest, with reports from China and ongoing activity in the US.