Awareness - 1972 - Vol 01 No 1 - March

Magazine Overview

Awareness, Volume 1, Part 1, dated March 1972, is presented as a new era for the publication, with significant changes in artistic presentation and editorial policy. The magazine aims to improve its quality, solicit more prominent writers, and appeal to a wider readership. Notable changes include the use of photographic material and illustrations, and a new colour cover. The editorial policy emphasizes an objective approach, allowing for diverse viewpoints on the UFO phenomenon, and artistic improvements.

Editorial and Content Structure

The editorial address is 83 Stornoway Road, Southend on Sea, Essex. The editor is David Guyatt, with David R Baxter as assistant editor and Tony White as art editor. The magazine introduces two new content feature sections: "Peripheral Ufology," which covers a broad range of incidents and theories related to the UFO phenomenon, and "Selected Reports," aimed at researchers and authorities, detailing specific UFO occurrences with unusual completeness or a bizarre nature.

Key Articles and Features

"The Importance of Balance" by Hon. Brinsley Le Poer Trench

This article addresses the vastness and complexity of the UFO subject, posing several key questions that confront researchers. The first problem concerns the origin of UFOs, with theories ranging from within our solar system and other galaxies to invisible universes, time travellers, and the Hollow Earth theory. The second problem discusses the varied descriptions of alien entities encountered, from naked giants to hairy dwarfs. The third problem highlights the debate among ufologists regarding whether UFO visitors are friendly, hostile, or indifferent, presenting four different viewpoints. Trench emphasizes the need for balance in research, cautioning against being carried away by mediumistic messages and stressing the importance of considering the whole picture while allowing for specialization.

"News: World-Wise"

This section reports on a significant UFO "flap" in Scandinavia on New Year's Day 1972, with hundreds of sightings in Southern Norway and Sweden. Objects were described as cigar-shaped with windows emitting bright lights, and one was seen accelerating with blue flames. Other sightings included formations of flying objects over Bergen Airport and numerous objects seen at high altitude. Non-ufologists proposed explanations like meteors or satellite debris, but the volume of sightings made them difficult to ignore.

"Formations over Durban"

Reports from Durban, South Africa, describe several formations of "egg or cigar" shaped UFOs glowing red with white tails. Witnesses observed these objects flying in tight formations and disappearing over the horizon. The Meteorological Office suggested it was unlikely to be weather balloons.

"Case of the abducted calf: Brazil"

This incident from October 1971 in Algrete, Brazil, recounts how a calf was seen floating motionless above the ground, then rising vertically and disappearing. The event was witnessed by two ranch hands, Pedro and Euripides Trojano Machado, while the other cattle became restless. Further research by Victor Soares of "GIPOVNI" confirmed the reluctance of the witnesses to speak but established the details of the event.

"Yugoslavia registers Large Flap"

October 1971 saw a large UFO "flap" in Yugoslavia, comparable to the 1967 event. Reports include a "triangle-shaped", metallic-looking object observed through a telescope, which changed shape and became almost invisible. Another incident involved a strange, white flying object observed by hundreds of spectators at a football match, which narrowly avoided a collision with a jet plane.

"Villagers watch UFO"

In October 1971, the Brazilian village of Villa Cardosa witnessed a UFO described as disc-shaped with a dome and three bright lights. The object changed color, emitted rays, and was photographed by one of the villagers.

"Data Research interviews Ministry of Defence"

Members of Contact (UK)'s Data Research Division interviewed Mr. Tony Davis, the Ministry of Defence investigator on UFOs. The interview was described as cordial and productive, with a complete transcript to be published later.

"Plaque aboard Pioneer 10"

This section describes the plaque attached to the Pioneer 10 probe, designed to convey information to any extraterrestrial intelligence it might encounter. It includes representations of humans, the spacecraft, a hydrogen atom, binary symbols, pulsars, and diagrams of our solar system and the galaxy.

"Contact man tortured"

Mr. Habibullah Bahar, a former representative in Pakistan, reported being arrested and tortured by the military Junta in East Pakistan during the Indo-Pakistan war, before being released by Freedom fighters. His brother-in-law was killed during the conflict.

"An era of speculation"

This section discusses the Martian moons, Phobos and Deimos, and speculative theories about their artificial origin, particularly by I.S. Shklovsky. However, photographs from the Mariner 9 probe suggest that both moons are natural. It also describes the complex of canyons on the Martian surface photographed by Mariner 9.

"SELECTED REPORTS No 1 THE WHITFIELD INCIDENT" by J B Delair

This is the first report in a new series, detailing the Whitfield Incident from September 1968. The report, originally submitted by Jan Cussick, describes strange lights near Whitfield Farm that turned into huge balls of fire. Later, beings dressed in black suits with dorsal fin helmets were observed, and disc-shaped objects approximately twenty-five feet in diameter were seen. The incident is linked to the construction of a housing scheme that obscured the area. The report notes that 1967, the year prior to the main incident, was also a year of significant UFO activity in Britain.

"UK REVIEW Quiet winter in Britain" by David R Baxter

This review indicates a decrease in UFO sightings in the UK during November-February, which is considered typical for this period. The reported sightings were concentrated in a belt from northwest England and north Wales to southeast England. Specific sightings are listed with dates, times, locations, and witnesses, including objects described as triangular formations, a spiky object with a blue haze, an orange ball leaving sparks, bright lights, silver cigar-shaped objects, and white objects with tails.

"MALEK FACT OR FICTION? Part 2" by W Raymond Drake

This article challenges theories that cataclysms were caused by the explosion of Maldek, presenting Dr. Immanuel Velikovsky's claim that the 13th century B.C. catastrophe was caused by a comet that became Venus. It discusses various occult and ancient traditions linking celestial events to planetary changes and the concept of thirteen planets. The article also touches upon the asteroid belt, suggesting they might be remnants of a shattered planet called Phaeton, and mentions theories that asteroids could be spaceships. It concludes by reiterating the importance of balance in UFO research and the need to avoid being swayed by unsubstantiated claims.

"Reader's Mail"

This section invites reader correspondence and requests that letters be kept to a minimum. It also includes advertisements for "the astronomer" magazine and "galaxy press" publications related to UFOs and the paranormal.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue of Awareness magazine revolve around UFO sightings, investigations, and the broader implications of the phenomenon. There is a strong emphasis on presenting diverse reports and theories, encouraging an objective approach to research, and maintaining a sense of balance. The magazine aims to be a forum for discussion, providing detailed accounts of incidents and analyses from various perspectives. The editorial stance appears to be open-minded yet critical, urging readers to approach the subject with discernment and to avoid sensationalism or unsubstantiated claims, particularly those derived from mediumistic sources. The importance of scientific investigation is balanced with an acknowledgment of the metaphysical and philosophical aspects of the UFO phenomenon.

Title: CONTACT
Issue Date: Not specified
Content Focus: This page, titled 'CONTACT', serves as a directory for the International Committee Members and provides contact information for key personnel within the organization.

International Committee Members

The primary content of this page is a comprehensive list of individuals who are part of the International Committee. The members are organized alphabetically by country, spanning across various continents:

• Argentina: Prof. Richard A. Frondizi.
• Australia: Stephen Moss.
• Bangladesh: M. Habibullah Bahar.
• Belgium: Comtesse R. d'Oultremont.
• Canada: Mrs. Carol Halford Watkins.
• Colombia: Albert Ron.
• Ceylon: Upali Amarasena.
• Cyprus: E.A.L. Coudounaris.
• Fiji Islands: Yugeshwar Prakash.
• France: Monsieur J.C. Salemi.
• Hong Kong: Henry Chan.
• Israel: Amnon Yaish.
• Italy: New I.C.M. to be announced.
• Malaysia: Stephen T.S. Wong.
• Mexico: Ing. Ian G.M. Norrie.
• New Zealand: P.R. Austin.
• Norway: Nils Jacob Jacobsen.
• Philippines: N.A. Villarruz.
• Puerto Rico: Noel E. Rigau.
• Rhodesia: Peter Turner.
• South Africa: Mr. & Mrs. Leslie Mitchell.
• Spain: Miss Ruth Rees.
• Sweden: Mrs. Edith C.M. Nicolaisen.
• Switzerland: Leon Broch.
• United Kingdom: Fred W. Passey.
• U.S.A.: Mrs. Madeline Teagle.
• Venezuela: Andres Boulton.
• Yugoslavia (Slovenia): Vincent Strmenik.
• Zambia: Donald G. MacLean.

Additionally, there is a note indicating a 'New Member Country' and specifically mentioning 'Contact India Mr. Tushar Kanti Ghosh'.

Contact Information

The page also provides essential contact details for administrative and research functions:

• Director of Data Research: Mr. Derek Mansell, located at 75, Norreys Road, Cumnor, Oxford. OX2 9PU. Telephone: Cumnor 3320.
• Asst. Director of Data Research: Mr. John Howse, residing at 19, Cherwell Drive, Headington, Oxford.
• Public Relations Officer: Mr. David Baxter, whose address is 3a, Palmeira Avenue, Westcliff-on-Sea, Essex. Telephone: Southend 40798.
• Membership Secretary: Miss Maureen Russell, with a listed address at 3, Cavendish Place, Brighton, Sussex. Telephone: Brighton 25026.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring theme is the establishment and maintenance of an international network, as evidenced by the extensive list of committee members from around the globe. The editorial stance appears to be one of organization and communication, providing a clear directory for members and contact points for various organizational functions. The mention of 'New I.C.M. to be announced' suggests an evolving committee structure.