CAPRI News - Vol 2 No 1 - Oct Nov 1968

Magazine Overview

Title: Capri News UFO Reports
Issue: Vol. 2, No. 1
Date: October-November, 1968
Publisher: Committee on Aerial Phenomenon Research Investigations (CAPRI)
Type: Official publication, non-profit organization.

This issue of "Capri News" celebrates the organization's first anniversary, having been founded on October 1, 1967. The magazine is published semi-monthly and is not for sale, available only through membership. The editorial stance emphasizes a broad and deep investigation into UFO phenomena, extending beyond mere sightings to include scientific, historical, and even biblical research.

In This Issue

• The cover highlights several key articles:
• The Glemser Reports... UFO Landings: This section details various reported UFO landing incidents from around the world.
• Change of Capri Policy: An article discussing shifts in the organization's operational policies.
• Exclusive... "The Capri Reports": A special report related to the organization's findings.
• Ohio UFO Sightings: Specific reports from Ohio.
• UFO Historical Sightings: An examination of historical UFO accounts.

Editorial: The Road to UFO Technology

By E.J. Minasian, President and Editor

Minasian addresses the common misconception that UFO research groups merely collect and report sightings. He asserts that CAPRI's mission is far more extensive. The organization is run by a dedicated staff, each with specific duties. CAPRI's tasks include collecting and evaluating UFO reports, corresponding with other UFOlogists, encouraging members to share their ideas and opinions, defending their work against detractors, and publishing official findings.

Minasian stresses the need to "dig deeper" and engage in an "IN-DEBTH study of the sciences," including astrology, geology, chemistry, physics, and mathematics. He advocates for looking beyond Earth for UFO solutions, exploring the depths of oceans, the poles, and "dimension barriers." The editorial calls for an exhaustive search for truth, leaving no stone unturned. Furthermore, it suggests investigating legends, folklore, ancient civilizations, and even the Bible for clues regarding the origin and purpose of UFOs.

The editorial also touches upon the need to understand "politics, racial violence and countries in conflict," suggesting these phenomena might be connected to UFO activity. Minasian expresses respect for Richard S. Shaver, pioneer of the "hollow earth" theory, finding him intelligent and sincere despite public perception. He states that while he cannot dedicate the entire magazine to Shaver's work, he hopes to explore various approaches to the UFO puzzle in future issues, encouraging members to contribute their ideas and solutions.

The Glemser Reports

• This section compiles several UFO landing reports:
• Circleville, Ohio (July 4, 1947): A farmer reported a star-shaped object, 50 inches high, 48 inches wide, and weighing two pounds, similar to devices used by the Army Air Force for wind velocity measurement.
• Germany (July 11, 1952): The mayor of a German city and his stepdaughter observed a 50-foot saucer land in the Soviet zone, with two figures in shimmering clothes near the craft.
• Switzerland: Pietro Monguzzi reportedly took photographs of flying saucers and occupants, but authorities labeled them as fakes.
• Glassboro, New Jersey (September 4, 1964): A glowing object was seen over a wooded area, and a possible landing site was found.
• Flemington, New Jersey (July 30, 1964): A UFO described as white and egg-shaped landed in a field.
• Lynchburg, Virginia (January 23, 1965): An industrial worker saw two unlighted UFOs land in a wooded area.
• Bahia Blanca, Argentina (July 19, 1965): A small object emerged from a larger UFO and landed for five minutes before disappearing.
• Chañaral, Chile (July 30, 1965): A top-shaped object landed on a beach for five minutes and then flew away.

UFO Sightings

This section presents two reports investigated and submitted by Bill Moore, Jr., local director of CAPRI's Mt. Perry, Ohio branch.

• Ohio Residents Report UFOs (March 3, 1968): Multiple reports described three objects traveling in a "V" formation from West to East. Some observers included deputies from Coshocton and Licking Counties. A report from Akron stated the lead UFO appeared to break up. A Cincinnati woman reported a UFO came so low she tried to chase it. Tom McMahone, a former Air Force member, stated definitively that the objects were not known aircraft. Another observer noted three UFOs, one leading the others, with a very bright glow.

• Four Policemen See UFO (August 13, 1968): Four policemen (Lt. Robert Williamson, Sgt. Dave Moore, Patrolman Orrin Ross, and Ptl. Robert DeBolt) observed a firey object over the Muskingum County fairgrounds. The object was described as bright red, round, and emitting streams of fire. Patrolman Ross recounted that they initially thought it was a skyrocket but then observed it traveling across the sky at a fixed elevation, without noise. It appeared to be exploding as it traveled, with small fireballs shooting in all directions. The object continued north above the clouds. The size was described as large, and its speed was unbelievable compared to a jet plane. The sighting lasted only 20 seconds. All four officers are employed by the Zanesville, Ohio police department.

News Briefs

• "It Could Be That UFOs Are Real" (Washington UPI): Scientists testified before Congress that the number of UFO sightings makes it impossible to rule out the possibility of extraterrestrial surveillance. They urged lawmakers to support thorough investigations. Dr. Carl Sagan of Cornell University noted the vastness of the universe and the likelihood of advanced civilizations. Dr. James E. McDonald of the University of Arizona emphasized the seriousness of potential surveillance and the need for exploration. Dr. J. Allen Hynek of Northwestern University expressed a "scientific hunch" that there is "scientific pay dirt" in UFO phenomena. He recommended establishing a "UFO board of scientific inquiry" and an "international clearing house" for UFO reports.

• Military Covers Up UFO Cover-up Story: Larry Bryant, a civilian, protested in Federal District Court after the Defense Department denied him permission to publish an article titled "The UFO Cover-up at Langley Air Force Base." The article alleged the base was misinforming the public and Congress. Although Bryant had no access to military information, the Army refused clearance, citing the article's criticism of a sister service and its controversial nature. After Bryant sued, the Army eventually cleared the article, but the ACLU attorney intended to continue the suit until clearance regulations were revised to allow censorship only for national security reasons.

UFO Book Review

"Flying Saucers Are Hostile" by Brad Steiger and Joan Whritenour (Award Books)

Reviewed by Kurt Glemser

Glemser highly recommends this book, calling it one of the top books on UFO hostility. It presents startling facts suggesting that some, if not all, UFOs are hostile. The review highlights the disturbing case of the village of Kirimukuyu being destroyed by saucers in 1954, with only one known survivor. Other cases mentioned include children being burned, mysterious plane crashes, and burning of ship crews. The book contains 16 pages of photos, contributed by August C. Roberts, described as "LATEST UNPUBLISHED PROOF." Glemser notes the book covers "Patterns of Horror" to "Must we Prepare for a *War of the Worlds*?" and considers it a highly important UFO book.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

This issue of Capri News UFO Reports strongly advocates for a comprehensive and rigorous approach to UFO investigation. The editorial stance, led by E.J. Minasian, emphasizes that UFO research must extend beyond simple observation and reporting. It calls for interdisciplinary scientific study, historical analysis, and even the examination of ancient texts and folklore. The magazine positions itself as a platform for disseminating these findings and fostering a deeper understanding of the UFO phenomenon. There is a clear undercurrent of challenging official narratives and exploring potentially controversial aspects of UFO activity, as evidenced by the news brief on the military cover-up.

CAPRI NEWS, Volume 1, Special Edition, published in October 1968, is a UFO-focused magazine that announces significant changes in its publication policy and content. The issue is larger than usual, marking the magazine's first anniversary. The publication is transitioning from a monthly to a semi-monthly schedule due to financial constraints.

Policy Change and Financial Concerns

The editorial states that due to rising costs associated with publishing, including new membership, moving expenses, office equipment, postage, and mailing services, CAPRI NEWS must discontinue its monthly publication policy. The editor expresses regret but explains that the magazine will now be published on a semi-monthly basis, meaning 6 issues per year instead of 12. The editor personally covered the costs of three out of the last six published issues to keep the CAPRI treasury out of the red. The staff and management had hoped to remain the only UFO organization in the country publishing a monthly magazine, but financial limitations have made this impossible. They express hope to return to a 12-issue-per-year schedule in the future.

New Local Directors and Branches

The issue begins by listing new local directors and branches for CAPRI, adding to previous listings. These include:

• Abington, Mass.: Mary Molyneaux (Bedford St.)
• Burlington, N.J.: Robert Colon (405 Earl St.)
• Shenandoah, PA.: Dennis Roguskie (94 Swatara Rd.)
• Asheville, N.C.: Dennis Stamey (7 Clairmont Ave)

The Bermuda Triangle

A significant portion of the magazine is dedicated to "THE CAPRI REPORTS - part I" focusing on the "BUMUDA TRIANGLE" (Bermuda Triangle). The article describes it as a stretch of water between Bermuda, Florida, and Puerto Rico, covering over 5,000 miles, where navigation and radio communications often fail. It notes that many ships and planes have vanished without a trace, resulting in over 1,000 lives lost in the past 20 years. Several incidents are detailed:

• August 1964: Two K.C. 135 strato-tanker jets vanished after their last radioed position was 300 miles west of Bermuda.
• July 1, 1963: A fishing vessel "Sno Boy" with 40 people aboard went missing and was searched for by the Navy and Coast Guard.
• January 8, 1962: A jet-engined tanker and its crew of 8 vanished over the edge of the Bermuda Triangle.
• February 2, 1963: The tanker "Marine Sulpher" and its crew of 39 vanished after sailing through the lower edge of the triangle.
• January 27, 1948: The British South American Airways Tudor Star Tiger, bound for Cuba, vanished with a crew of 6 and 25 passengers.
• December 5, 1945: Five Avenger torpedo bombers on a routine patrol vanished, and a subsequent marine flying boat also went silent.
• March 9, 1957: A Pan-American DC-6 nearly collided with a mysterious luminous flying object off the Florida coast.
• 19th Century: The "Mary Celeste" was found drifting, empty of crew, with cargo intact and a half-eaten breakfast.

The article advises readers to mark these locations on a world map for better understanding.

1896 - First UFO Seen by Thousands Over California

This section recounts a historical UFO sighting from November 22, 1896, in Oakland, California. Streetcar driver Shelby Yost and his 11 passengers witnessed an illuminated "flying saucer" that swooped overhead and sped toward the horizon, casting a blinding glow. The object was described as an "egg-shaped vessel", about 150 feet long with four rotor-like arms, and a giant light in its belly. This sighting occurred 10 years before the Wright Brothers' first successful flight, leading many witnesses to believe the objects were intelligently controlled. The article notes that newspapers and officials initially dismissed the sightings as hoaxes or balloons, but the majority of witnesses remained convinced. The author expresses frustration that even in modern times, "experts" refuse to believe such phenomena.

Can You Just Imagine?

Written by Sean Wildman, this piece projects the theory of unified Flying Objects into the depths of the oceans, questioning what deep-sea creatures might think of human exploration (divers, cameras, submarines). It humorously anticipates the "intelligentsia" dismissing the idea of intelligent life in the ocean due to "too much oxygen, not enough water, and all that sun light." The author suggests that any perceived phenomena might be mere refractions of light.

Have You Noticed?

This short piece questions the noticeable absence of stars in the night sky compared to the past. The author recalls a time when the sky was covered with millions of bright stars, contrasting it with the present, where only a few scattered stars are visible. It poses the question: "IS OUR SOLAR SYSTEM RECEDING FROM THE UNIVERSE?"

This section is reprinted from "The NICAP/G.B. Chronicles: July-Aug., 1968/no.4."

Scientific Discovery (?) - Domes on the Moon

This article reports on findings from the U.S. lunar satellite "Lunar Orbiter 2" in November 1966. Photographs relayed back to Earth revealed strange spires. A NASA spokesman mentioned a 750 by 550 feet area with six protuberances, estimated at 40 and 75 feet high. A scientist at Jet Propulsion Labs compared one spire to the George Washington Monument. Further pictures released in January 1967 showed an area of "THOUSANDS of SQUARE MILES" with "domes" that appear to be 1,000 to 1,500 feet high and 2 to 10 miles in diameter. The article suggests these structures indicate the presence of intelligent life at work on the moon's surface. The information is credited to "FLYING SAUCERS INTERNATIONAL (AFSCA official publication)."

International Correspondence List

The magazine includes a "partial" list of clubs, organizations, magazines, and other entities with whom CAPRI actively engages in mutual exchanges of publications and data. CAPRI encourages its members to support these "fellow" UFOlogists. The list includes:

• Aerial Research Systems (Orange, California)
• AFSCA (L.A., California)
• UFO Magazine (Cleveland, Ohio)
• DISCAP (Evergreen Pk., Ill.)
• CAPIC (Cleveland, Ohio)
• Saucer Scoop (magazine) (St. Petersburg, Florida)
• EPRC (San Diego, California)
• UFO Potpourri (newsletters) (Detroit, Michigan)
• Detroit UFO Information & Research Center (Detroit, Michigan)
• NICAP/G.B. (* England)
• CUFOIC (* Kitchner, Ontario, CANADA)
• S.A.U.C.E.R.S. (New York City)
• Saucerian Publications (Clarksburg, W. Virginia)
• Beyond Magazine (Hicksville, New York)
• Victorian UFO Research Society (* AUSTRALIA)
• NESRC (Salem, Mass.)
• Solar Light Center (Central Point, Oregon)
• Rock House Studios (Richard S. Shaver) (Summit, Arkansas)

An additional list is promised for the next issue.

Advertisement

An advertisement encourages readers to place ads in CAPRI NEWS, promoting it as an international publication with low rates and fast results. Interested parties are directed to write to the International Headquarters at 22 Beacon Street, Chelsea, Mass. 02150.

Capri Classified

Under "CAPRI CLASSIFIED," the "COMMITTEE ON AERIAL PHENOMENON RESEARCH INVESTIGATIONS" seeks local directors, members, and associates willing to work towards a final solution to the UFO mystery. Members are urged to keep their newsletters up-to-date and send in any UFO material they may have.

Evidence & Free Newsletter

There is a section titled "Evidence" which poses the question: "INVASION FROM OUTER SPACE OR PEACEFUL VISITORS FROM ANOTHER WORLD?" It states that CAPRI's Scientific Committee has uncovered information about the origin and purpose of UFOs and needs to disseminate this to seriously interested persons globally.

A "CONFIDENTIAL UFO NEWSLETTER REPORT" is offered for free to readers who are open-minded and willing to examine new theories. This special newsletter contains information considered "too hot to handle" for regular publications. To obtain a free copy, readers must send a stamped, self-addressed envelope to SAUCER NEWS SCIENTIFIC COMMITTEE, DEPT. C.P., Box 2228, Clarksburg, W. Va. 26301.

Notice to Members

CAPRI NEWS is seeking UFO news clippings, photos, data, and articles from its members to keep the magazine up-to-date and informative. Members are encouraged to send whatever they can spare.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue of CAPRI NEWS revolve around UFO phenomena, historical mysteries like the Bermuda Triangle, and potential extraterrestrial evidence such as moon domes. The editorial stance is one of open-minded inquiry, encouraging readers to question established narratives and consider unconventional explanations, particularly regarding UFOs and potential alien intelligence. The magazine also emphasizes its role as a platform for sharing information within the UFO research community and highlights the financial challenges faced by such publications. The editor, Ed Minasian, is presented as a dedicated individual personally investing in the magazine's survival. The publication aims to challenge conventional thinking and encourage readers to "face reality" regarding unexplained phenomena.