CAPRI News - Vol 2 No 2 - Dec 1968 Jan 1969

Magazine Overview

Title: CAPRI NEWS UFO REPORTS
Issue: Vol. 2, No. 2
Date: December 1968 - January 1969
Publisher: CAPRI
Editor: E. J. Minasian

This issue of CAPRI NEWS UFO REPORTS marks a significant shift in editorial policy, as detailed in the lengthy editorial by President and Editor E. J. Minasian. The magazine focuses on UFO phenomena, astronomical observations, and historical accounts, with a strong emphasis on the "4D Theory" and the unique characteristics of the planet Pluto.

Editorial: Communism, Urology and the U.S.A.

E. J. Minasian's editorial announces a complete retraction of past criticisms leveled by CAPRI against the U.S. Air Force (USAF) and other U.S. Government agencies. Minasian explains that a citizen named Mr. Nick, through constructive criticism, has opened his eyes to the necessity of cooperation between civilian UFO groups and the government. He argues that the military is the only entity capable of handling unidentified flying objects and that civilian UFOlogists should assist, not hinder, the government's efforts. Minasian equates hindering the government with the aims of Communism and expresses shame for past publications against the U.S. Government. A "New Statement of Policy - Effective Immediately" declares CAPRI's duty to help, serve, and advise the U.S. Government on UFO phenomena, with all data to be forwarded to government authorities for study. Minasian calls for unity among UFOlogists, scientists, and politicians to achieve peace and harmony, emphasizing that division plays into the hands of Communism.

The Glemser Reports - 4D Theory

This section, authored by Kurt Glemser, explores the "4D Theory" of UFO origins. It features comments from various UFO researchers:

• Dr. Meade Layne suggests a spectrum of tangibility, similar to sound and color.
• Gray Barker, in "They Knew Too Much About Flying Saucers," links the theory to tales of disappearing saucers traveling at incredible speeds.
• Bender also hinted that saucers come from the "4-D."
• James Trevor, author of "They Live in the Sky," has photographed "4-D entities or structures" and a UFO changing its physical condition.
• George D. Fawcett believes our world is surrounded by an invisible, intangible world that intermingles with ours, causing phenomena like UFOs and ghosts. He finds the 4D theory feasible after extensive research.
• Robert E. Dickhoff, PhD, states that entities from unknown dimensions are constantly interacting with us, sometimes with malicious intent.

The article "The Reality of the Fourth Dimension" by Kurt Glemser presents several historical accounts that are interpreted as evidence for this theory:

• Mrs. George Wales's account (1958): Her husband vanished in front of her in Brooklyn while she was sending him to retrieve a shirt from a clothesline pole. He was reportedly "sucked up and faded altogether."
• Oliver Lerch incident (December 24, 1889): An 11-year-old boy disappeared near a well in South Bend, Indiana, with his tracks ending abruptly in the snow.
• British platoon disappearance (1898): A platoon disappeared in Sudan.
• British engineers disappearance (1898): A company of British engineers vanished in the Khyer Pass.
• David Lang incident (September 23, 1980): Lang disappeared in a field near Gallatin, Tennessee, while walking towards his family. A search found no trace, but a circular area of stunted yellow grass, fifteen feet in diameter, was discovered where he vanished. His voice was faintly heard before fading into nothingness.

A caption under an illustration of a UFO reads, "Earthman captured. Stand by for blast off."

Why Is Pluto Different?

By Isaac Asimov, this article examines the unusual characteristics of Pluto compared to other planets:

1. Orbital Eccentricity: Pluto has the most elliptical orbit of any major planet, with an eccentricity of 0.25 (compared to Earth's 0.017). Its distance from the sun varies significantly, and at its closest point, it is nearer to the sun than Neptune, making it temporarily the eighth planet.
2. Orbital Tilt: Pluto's orbit is tilted at 17 degrees relative to the other planets' orbits, meaning it can be far above or below the general plane of the solar system. This tilt prevents it from colliding with Neptune when their orbits cross.
3. Size and Density: While located among the gas giants (Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune), Pluto is small and dense, similar to the inner planets (Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars).
4. Rotation Period: Pluto's rotation period is approximately 153 hours (nearly seven days), significantly longer than the 10-25 hour rotation periods of most other planets.

Asimov suggests a theory: Pluto might not have formed as a planet but was once a satellite of Neptune. A cosmic catastrophe could have ejected it into its own independent orbit. This event could explain its tilted and lopsided orbit. As a former satellite, it would naturally be small and dense, and its rotation would likely be tidally locked to its orbital period around Neptune, a phenomenon common to satellites.

Other Content

The issue also includes "CAPRI Classified" which likely details UFO sightings, an introduction to a "UFO Sightings, Rating System and Introduction," and "The Capri Reports, Part Two/Blackouts." Additionally, there is an article on "New Local Directors & Branches/Venus Article" and an "International Correspondence List."

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The dominant theme in this issue is the reorientation of CAPRI's stance towards government cooperation on UFO matters, moving away from adversarial positions. The "4D Theory" is presented as a significant framework for understanding UFO phenomena, supported by historical accounts of unexplained disappearances and encounters. The article on Pluto serves as a scientific counterpoint, exploring astronomical anomalies. The editorial stance is one of nationalistic unity and a call for transparency and collaboration between civilian researchers and governmental bodies, framed within the context of combating perceived communist influence.

This issue of BEYOND magazine, dated March 1968 (on sale February 4th), focuses on "THE PHENOMENA OF OUR TIMES!" It covers a range of unexplained occurrences, including UFO sightings, psychic phenomena, and astronomical speculation. The magazine is published by BEYOND, INC. and is priced at $5.00 for 12 issues or $9.00 for 24 issues.

UFO Sightings

The issue features several detailed UFO sighting reports:

Natick, Massachusetts Sighting (June 1967)

Nancy Sorenson, a 22-year-old dental technician, reported an unusual object hovering over Natick High School. Described as yellowish with blinking green lights, the disc-shaped object moved up and down for about twenty minutes. It did not appear to be an airplane or helicopter. The object then moved towards the Army Research Center and disappeared. Sorenson noted no noise and estimated its height to be similar to the Prudential Building. She also recalled seeing a similar object five years prior in the same location. The object was described as disc-shaped, without windows or antennas, and about the size of a half dollar at arm's length. The sighting was rated Category #2 (Very Probably) by the editor, citing the witness's excellent description, hovering/wobbling effect, disc shape, and lack of sound as indicators of an alien craft.

Kentucky Sighting (November 3, 1968)

Persons on a farm near Cedar Creek and Louisville reported seeing unidentified lights that appeared as port holes or windows hovering over fields. Mrs. Gerald McGill, her son, sister-in-law, and herself observed what looked like the light of a large flashlight moving up and down, varying in brightness as it rotated. After about 15 minutes, the object moved towards them, appearing hazy, causing them to flee in their car. The description included three visible windows, red blinking lights, and hovering. This report was credited to Saucer Magazine, Bellevue, Nebraska.

Arnold, Pennsylvania Sighting (September 25, 1968)

Mr. Adam Lewandowski observed a yellow saucer-shaped object airborne south of his home at 8:45 p.m. The object hovered over hills two miles away, then accelerated upwards into the clouds, changing brightness. No sound was heard. The size was compared to a nickel held at arm's length. Ten minutes later, Lewandowski and a neighbor saw the object again, about 50 degrees above the horizon, moving very rapidly for 15 seconds before disappearing. This sighting was credited to Aerial Research Systems, P. O. Box 715/Banning, Calif. (Publication: The Sentinel).

Santiago, Chile Sighting (March 22, 1968)

Two UFOs were seen over Santiago at about 1:10 a.m. described as being as bright as the moon, like vertical cigars, and gold in color. They were observed for about 15 minutes before disappearing into space flying diagonally. This report was credited to U.F.O.R.C. (Journal), Seattle, Washington.

UFOs and Blackouts (The Capri Reports - Part 2)

This section, written by Kurt Glemser, explores the connection between UFOs and power failures or blackouts. It suggests that UFOs might use electricity for propulsion and lists several cases:

• December 2-3, 1955 - Danville, California: A 24-hour blackout was caused by a "low-flying plane" that cut a 22,000-volt line, snapping two of three strands.
• 1957 - Mogi Mirim, Brazil: Three glowing, disc-shaped UFOs passed over the town, causing the power to cease and lights to go out, creating an area of total darkness beneath their path.
• August 3, 1958 - Rome, Italy: Rome was blacked out by a luminous, large UFO maneuvering overhead; power was restored after the UFO left.
• August 17, 1959 - Uberlandia, Brazil: Four automatic keys at a power station turned off when a saucer passed over at low level, breaking the circuit. Power was restored upon the saucer's departure.
• April 18, 1962 - Eureka, Utah: A huge UFO landed beside a power station, causing it to be out of operation for an hour.
• September 15, 1965 - Cuernavaca, Mexico: Three consecutive power blackouts occurred within an hour, with UFOs reported over the area.
• November 9, 1965 - Canada and United States: An 80,000-square-mile blackout occurred. Pilot Weldon Ross saw a fireball near Syracuse, N.Y. A photo of a UFO was taken later. Actor Stuart Whitman observed two saucers (one orange, one blue) and claimed to have spoken to the beings inside. The blackout was blamed on the Sir Adam Beck plant at Queenston, Ontario.
• December 3, 1965 - Southeast USA: UFOs visited the area during a blackout.
• September 7, 1967 - Sharon, Pa.: A UFO was seen over Sharon while the valley was blacked out by a power failure.
• February 27-28, 1968 - Worcester-Auburn Area, Massachusetts: A blackout lasted from 6:50 p.m. to 9:40 a.m., with telephones also not operating. No explanation was given, and no saucer activity was reported, though some activity occurred in the Rhode Island-Massachusetts area. This report was credited to A. Laprade, Editor of Phenomena Magazine.

Professor J. E. Van Ness of Northwestern Chicago University suggests that blackouts could be caused by "oscillations or waves in electrical currency" started by minor disturbances.

Other Articles and Features

Why Pluto Is Different

This section, continued from a previous page, discusses Pluto's rotation period, which could be as short as a week, contrasting with the moon's four-week period. It speculates that if Pluto was once a satellite of Neptune, its current peculiar rotation might be the result of a catastrophe that broke it away. However, the article emphasizes that this is speculation with no hard evidence.

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Introducing The New Secretary International

CAPRI welcomes Miss Barbara Josephs to its Executive Staff. At 25 years old, she has extensive secretarial experience and is credited with typing and handling the new issue of CAPRI NEWS.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently explores the unexplained, with a strong focus on UFO sightings and their potential connection to physical phenomena like power blackouts. The editorial stance appears to be one of presenting documented cases and encouraging further investigation, as evidenced by the CAPRI rating system for UFO sightings. There is also an interest in psychic phenomena, witchcraft, and speculative astronomy. The magazine aims to thrill its readers with "THE PHENOMENA OF OUR TIMES!"

Title: CAPRI NEWS
Issue: Volume 2, #1
Date: April 18, 1965
Publisher: Capri International Headquarters
Country: U.S.A.
Language: English

This issue of CAPRI NEWS, dated April 18, 1965, focuses on UFO-related news, scientific findings, and organizational listings. The cover prominently features a list of "NEW LOCAL DIRECTORS AND BRANCHES OF CAPRI," with several individuals listed along with their addresses and locations in Illinois and Massachusetts. The main headline on the cover is "RUSSIANS WRONG ON VENUS," accompanied by an illustration of a flying saucer.

Russians Wrong on Venus

The article "RUSSIANS WRONG ON VENUS" discusses findings from the U.S. Mariner V mission regarding the atmospheric pressure on Venus. It states that the surface pressure is approximately 75 to 100 times that of Earth's atmosphere, which is equivalent to the pressure at a depth of 2,550 feet in an ocean. This pressure is significantly greater than what Soviet scientists had reported. Researchers at NASA's Jet Propulsion Lab suggest that the Russian spacecraft might have either landed on a high mountain peak on Venus or ceased transmitting before reaching the planet's surface.

UFO Photographs and Sightings

The magazine includes several photographic evidence of UFOs:

• Paul Villa's Photos: Photos taken by Paul Villa near Bernalillo, New Mexico, on April 18, 1965, are presented, with credit to PROBE.
• Daniel W. Fry's Photo: An image taken by Aerojet-General rocket engineer Daniel W. Fry of an unidentified flying object near Azusa, California, on September 18, 1954, is featured. The text notes that this was two months before John Otto tried to contact UFOs.
• Los Angeles County Highway Engineer's Photos: Photos taken on August 3, 1965, near Santa Ana, California, by a Los Angeles County highway engineer are shown. The first photo reportedly shows apparent turbulence on the ground below the object.

International Correspondence List and Organizations

Pages 2 and 4 provide listings related to UFO organizations and publications. Page 2 continues an "INTERNATIONAL CORRESPONDENCE LIST" from previous issues, featuring organizations such as UFORC (Seattle, Washington), The Apollo (publication, Grand Rapids, Michigan), Saucers, Space & Science (publication, Canada), Saucer Magazine (Bellevue, Nebraska), and UFO Digest (Charleston, South Carolina). It also includes an advertisement for placing ads in CAPRI NEWS, highlighting "LOW rates."

Page 4 contains a membership application form for the "COMMITTEE on AERIAL PHENOMENON RESEARCH INVESTIGATIONS." This committee is seeking new local directors and members who are willing to work towards a solution to the UFO mystery. Membership is $2.00 per year and includes a semi-monthly magazine, a card, and special extras. The headquarters for CAPRI and this committee are listed as 22 Beacon Street, Chelsea, Mass. 02150, U.S.A.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are UFO sightings and photographic evidence, scientific inquiry into extraterrestrial phenomena (specifically Venus's atmosphere), and the organization of UFO research groups. The editorial stance appears to be one of promoting UFOlogy, encouraging research and membership in related organizations, and presenting evidence and scientific data that supports the investigation of UFOs. The publication aims to connect individuals interested in UFOs through its correspondence list and membership drives.