CAPRI News - Vol 2 No 4 - Apr May 1969

Magazine Overview

Title: CAPRI NEWS UFO REPORTS
Issue: Vol. 2, No. 4
Date: April-May 1969
Publisher: COMMITTEE ON AERIAL PHENOMENON RESEARCH INVESTIGATIONS
Type: Official Publication

This issue of CAPRI NEWS UFO REPORTS, published bi-monthly by the COMMITTEE ON AERIAL PHENOMENON RESEARCH INVESTIGATIONS, focuses on a variety of UFO-related topics. The cover features a dramatic illustration of UFOs over a landscape and highlights key articles including 'THE ALLENDE LETTERS: PART 2', 'UFOS IN THE BIBLE', 'INTER-CAPRI NEWS: ACTIVITIES', 'SPECIAL REPORTS: ASIMOV: SPOTLIGHT: M.I.B.: WHAT ARE THEY WAITING FOR', and 'PICTURES: ORGANIZATIONS: RECENT SIGHTINGS'. The magazine is available through membership, with a sample copy costing 50¢ and a yearly membership at $2.00.

Contents and Articles

Mailing List/CAPRI Ad (Page 1)

The magazine begins with an advertisement encouraging readers to join the CAPRI mailing list. It also provides contact information for CAPRI INTERNATIONAL HEADQUARTERS at 22 BEACON STREET, CHELSEA, MASS. 02150, USA.

New Branches and Local Directors (Page 2)

This section lists new local directors and branches of CAPRI, including Gina Rando in New Orleans, Louisiana; Roger Hight in Corpus Christi, Texas; Lynn Walters in Newton, Massachusetts; Dick O'Donnell in Riverside, Connecticut; Dan Chatterson in Southgate, Michigan; Casey Sampey in Gretna, Louisiana; Michael Voss in Van Nuys, California; and Louis Martinez in Ponchatoula, Louisiana.

CAPRI International Correspondence Listings & Support (Page 2)

This section lists various UFO-related publications and organizations that CAPRI supports, such as Space Craft Review, E.P.R.C., Detroit UFO I&RC, C.A.P.R.O., E.P.I.C., NICAP/GB, VFSRS, and SUFOI, with their locations ranging from Ashville, North Carolina to Denmark.

Inter-CAPRI News: Activities (Pages 3-5)

• This section details activities within the CAPRI organization:
• New Orleans, Louisiana: Gina Rando is highlighted for her significant membership expansion campaign and for submitting color photos of a UFO sighting and UFO reports.
• Salem, Massachusetts: Mike Merandino and Ken Gilbert, founders of a new UFO group (NESRC), are recognized as hard-working CAPRI members.
• Chelsea, Massachusetts (H.Q.): The report mentions the death of Barney Hill, who, along with his wife, was allegedly kidnapped by aliens. The editor expresses skepticism about the reported cause of death (cerebral hemorrhage) and hints at a deeper, possibly unexplainable reason, promising to explore the Barney and Betty Hill story in the next issue.
• Mt. Perry, Ohio: Bill Moore, a Local Director, has started publishing a newsletter called 'EYEWITNESS IN OHIO'.
• Kitchener, Ontario, Canada: Columnist Kurt Glemser is noted for his regular contributions to several well-known UFO publications.
• Lorain, Ohio: John Locko is commended for expanding his branch of the organization.
• Waycross, Georgia: Grady Herndon will take over directorship following the relocation of Eston Dukes.

UFO Photograph (Pages 5, 11, 20)

Several pages are dedicated to UFO photographs, though the specific content of these images is not detailed in the provided text.

Flying Saucers and the Bible (Pages 6-7)

Authored by Gina Rando, this article interprets the biblical account of Ezekiel (Chapter One, Verse Four of the Old Testament, dated July 31, 593 B.C.) as a description of an interplanetary ship and its occupants. Rando suggests that Ezekiel's description of a 'huge cloud with flashing fire', 'electrum', 'four living creatures', and 'wheels' can be understood as advanced technology and beings. The article posits that these 'space people' may have taken 'earthmates' and that conflict arose between two groups, possibly involving atomic weapons. The author concludes that UFOs may have been observed long before Christ.

Spotlight: Outstanding UFO Organizations & Publications (Page 8)

Written by Arthur K. Minasian, Vice Pres. of CAPRI International, this section spotlights 'SAUCERS, SPACE & SCIENCE', edited by Gene Duplantier. The publication is described as a quarterly magazine featuring up-to-date articles, theories, photos, drawings, and illustrations on UFO sightings. It is noted for its focus on quality, truth, and dedication, distinguishing it from journals that specialize in sensational tales. CAPRI Headquarters strongly recommends this magazine.

UFO News Reports (Pages 9-11)

This section likely contains various news items and reports related to UFO sightings and activities.

The Glemser Reports: M.I.B. (Pages 12-13)

This article, likely by Kurt Glemser, focuses on Men in Black (MIB) phenomena, a common topic in UFOlogy.

The CAPRI Reports: Allende-Part 2 (Pages 14-15)

This installment continues the CAPRI Reports, focusing on the Allende case, a significant UFO incident.

Special Report by Isaac Asimov (Pages 16-17)

This issue features a special report by the renowned science fiction author Isaac Asimov, though the specific topic is not detailed beyond his name.

Late News Flash - CAPRI Exclusive (Page 21)

A brief, exclusive news update from CAPRI.

What Are They Waiting For (Pages 22-23)

An article by J. Hatem, the title suggests a speculative piece on the motives or intentions of UFO entities.

CAPRI Artistry (Page 24)

This section likely showcases artistic contributions or designs related to CAPRI.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue of CAPRI NEWS UFO REPORTS revolve around the investigation of UFO phenomena, the interpretation of historical and religious texts (like the Bible) through a UFO lens, and the promotion of the CAPRI organization and its members. The editorial stance, as indicated by E. J. Minasian, is one of open inquiry, encouraging reader participation and the submission of reports and articles. There is a clear emphasis on providing factual information and quality content, as seen in the spotlight on 'SAUCERS, SPACE & SCIENCE' and the inclusion of a report by Isaac Asimov. The magazine also engages with controversial topics, such as the Barney Hill case and the MIB phenomenon, often with a critical or speculative undertone, particularly from the editor.

Title: U F O NEWS REPORTS
Issue: 9
Volume: 2
Date: November 19, 1968 (cover date implies content from late 1968 and early 1969)
Publisher: CAPRI
Country: Canada
Language: English

This issue of U F O NEWS REPORTS, part of the International Publication Exchange Program, presents a collection of UFO sighting reports from various locations and delves into several related mysteries and phenomena, including the 'Men in Black' (MIB) and theories on anti-gravity and teleportation.

International UFO Sightings

The magazine features reports from different correspondents and publications:

• Brazil Case (CAPRI Rating: #6): On November 19, 1968, a luminous orange UFO was observed for 15 minutes at low altitude near Guarulhes, Brazil. Cumbica Air Base confirmed the object was picked up on its radar before it disappeared.
• New York Case (CAPRI Rating: #4): On December 12, 1968, three men in Clifton Park, New York, reported being pursued by three "transparent, tire shaped" UFOs. These objects could stop, go, hover, and attain incredible speeds. The men attempted to hide their car, but the UFOs found them and hovered overhead.
• Oklahoma Case (CAPRI Rating: #3): On March 8, 1969, several people in Watonga, Oklahoma, witnessed a mysterious UFO hovering over the city airport for five minutes. Milton Banta and Gary Edsall took time-delay pictures of the "big round light with long rays of light." Radio transmission was reportedly cut off during the sighting.
• Canada Case (CAPRI Rating: #3): On September 13, 1968, Donald Fenton and David Black observed a UFO hovering over Lake Ontario near Port Hope. Described as "cigar" shaped and three times brighter than the brightest star, the object moved erratically and performed maneuvers, including turning at 50-degree angles and flopping on its side.
• Ohio Case (CAPRI Rating: #2): In September 1966, Mike Curry observed a bright red and white disc-domed object in Somerset, Ohio, for about ten minutes. The object was estimated to be half a mile away and was in a stationary, hovering position. A drawing of the object shows a dome on top of a bright white disc with a bright red top.

Photographs are also included: two photos by Mrs. Elizabeth Klarer of Natal, South Africa, showing a UFO maneuvering in and out of clouds, and a photo by Ed Keffel and Joao Martins in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, estimating the UFO to be twice the size of a DC-11.

The MIB Controversy

Written by Kurt Glemser, this section discusses the phenomenon of 'Men in Black' (MIB).

• Historical Context: Since 1947, MIB have been a subject of doubt among investigators, but in the current decade, belief in them has grown, paralleling the earlier belief in contactees.
• Coral Lorenzon Incident (1957): Lorenzon challenged two darkly-dressed men in a black Cadillac to return, but nothing came of it. Glemser believes this incident may have inspired later 'black Cadillac' reports.
• Telephone Harassment: Investigators have experienced harassing phone calls with only electronic noises or breathing, which Glemser attributes to crank calls, though others experience them without UFO knowledge.
• 1968 Congress of Scientific UFOlogists: During this event, a conversation between Rick Hilberg and Tony Price was cut off, and Price was difficult to reach afterward.
• MIB Books: Two books on the MIB subject were published in 1968: "The Men in Black" by Kurt Glemser and Robert Beneschan, and "MIB" by Robert S. Easley and Rick R. Hilberg. A third, "The MIB: Fact of Fiction" by Glemser, is noted as controversial.
• Easley's Theory: Mr. Easley believes MIB are the occupants of saucers, a theory first proposed by John A. Keel. Easley himself was reportedly shot at after a UFO lecture by individuals in a dark car driven without lights.
• Counter-measures: Richard S. Rack's article "Counter-measures: MIB Cases" is mentioned, with the assertion that its methods would not work against MIB, either because MIB do not exist or because they would be more persistent.
• Armand Laprade's Challenge: Laprade challenged the facts of MIB in "Phenomena Magazine," urging serious UFO researchers to investigate the situation, a sentiment Glemser agrees with.
• Quote: The section ends with the quote, "Now we'll see who has the best team in baseball."

The Capri Reports: The Bizarre Mystery of M.K. Jessup and the "Allende Letters" (Part 2)

By Mike Dunphy, this section continues the investigation into the "Allende Letters."

• Crew Experiences: Crew members of a U.S. Naval Vessel were confined to areas where they could receive aid when they "went blank," "got stuck," or "freeze." Allende explained "going blank" as an after-effect of being in a "field" too long, leading to fading into invisibility.
• Getting Stuck and Freezing: "Getting stuck" prevented movement, and if not aided, a person would "freeze." This deep freeze was the result of a "HYPERFIELD" set-up. Curing a deep freeze took six months, significant equipment, and a special ship berth.
• Insanity: Half the crew reportedly suffered insanity, where they could breathe, see, and feel but were unaware of time.
• Allende's Speculation: In his second letter, Allende questioned if the Navy used "ACCIDENT OF TRANSPORT" to build "YOUR UFOs." He suggested UFOs might not be from another world but from Earth itself, perhaps from a known or older, more advanced civilization.
• The Lost Continent of Atlantis: The possibility is raised that the "lost" continent of Atlantis might be involved.
• Disappearance of Avenger Torpedo Bombers: The mysterious disappearance of five Avenger Torpedo Bombers (TBM) from Ft. Lauderdale Naval Base on December 5, 1945, is examined. The flight commander reported disorientation before total silence. A search plane with 13 men and equipment also disappeared within minutes. No evidence was ever found.
• Interpretation: The author questions whether Allende was an earthman witnessing a Navy experiment or a crackpot, and why the Office of Naval Research was interested. The section concludes by posing the question: "What if UFOs DID come from Earth?"

Can Anti-Gravity Really Exist?

By Isaac Asimov, this article explores the concept of anti-gravity.

• Types of Fields: Asimov identifies two types of fields: electromagnetic and gravitational, both of which decrease in intensity with distance.
• Gravitational vs. Electromagnetic Fields: The gravitational field is much weaker than the electromagnetic field. An electron's electromagnetic field is vastly stronger than its gravitational field.
• Perception of Gravity: Earth's gravitational field seems strong due to its immense size, with every fragment contributing to the total field.
• Electromagnetic Fields: If a hundred million electrons were scattered through a volume the size of the Earth, they would create an electromagnetic field equal to Earth's gravitational field.
• Awareness of Fields: The difference in awareness stems from the two types of electric charge (positive and negative). Electromagnetic fields can cause attraction or repulsion. If the Earth contained only electrons, they would repel each other and scatter.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

This issue strongly focuses on UFO phenomena and related mysteries, presenting a wide range of international sightings and detailed investigations into phenomena like the Men in Black and the "Allende Letters." The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry, presenting various theories and unexplained events without definitive conclusions, encouraging readers to consider unconventional possibilities such as UFOs originating from Earth or the existence of anti-gravity. The inclusion of different publications and correspondents suggests a collaborative approach to gathering and disseminating information within the UFO research community.

This issue of CAPRI magazine, identified by its page numbering and content, features articles and advertisements related to UFO phenomena, extraterrestrial life, and theoretical physics.

Article: CAN ANTI-GRAVITY REALLY EXIST? (cont'd)

The article continues the discussion on anti-gravity, contrasting electromagnetic forces with the gravitational field. It explains that electromagnetic forces tend to cancel out due to the mixing of positive and negative charges, with only tiny excesses and deficiencies being studied. In contrast, the gravitational field is described as producing only a force of attraction, with its intensity increasing as mass piles up, without any cancellation. The concept of "anti-gravity" or "negative gravity" is introduced as a hypothetical scenario where a massive object would repel another massive object with the same intensity as they currently attract. However, such gravitational repulsion has never been detected. The article posits that this might be because all observable objects are made of ordinary particles. It then introduces the concept of "anti-particles," which are described as being like common particles but with a reversed electromagnetic field. For instance, if a particle has a negative charge, its anti-particle has a positive charge. The article speculates that anti-particles might also have a reversed gravitational field, meaning two anti-particles would attract each other gravitationally, but an anti-particle would repel an ordinary particle. A significant challenge highlighted is that the gravitational field is very weak, making it undetectable in individual particles or anti-particles, and detectable only for sizable masses. The difficulty lies in the fact that while sizable masses of particles exist, no one has collected a sizable mass of anti-particles, nor has any practical method for detecting anti-gravitational effects been suggested.

Article: Late News Flash - CAPRI EXCLUSIVE

This section reports on a significant event: the discovery and capture of a "creature resembling part man, part animal" in Alaska. The entity, referred to as "The THING," is being held in an underground military base and is reportedly being fed regularly. A startling detail emerges from one report stating that a scientist, while conducting a test on the creature, became hysterical and "literally went out of his mind" after staring into its eyes. The report mentions that Gray Barker of SAUCER NEWS has the same information in his office. Readers are directed to contact either Mr. Barker or the CAPRI NEWS editor for further details. The editor expresses doubt that Mr. Barker possesses more information than they do and anticipates that as more information becomes available, it will be published in CAPRI NEWS and possibly SAUCER NEWS.

Advertisement: SAUCERS, SPACE & SCIENCE Magazine

This advertisement promotes "SAUCERS, SPACE & SCIENCE," described as Canada's foremost UFO magazine. It highlights that each issue is packed with photographs, illustrations, diagrams, location maps, and up-to-the-minute UFO reports. The magazine also features columns on spacespots, headliners, book reviews, activities of UFOlogists, UFO news, and space humor. A subscription is offered at $2.00 for four issues, with a sample copy costing $0.60. Subscriptions are to be sent to Gene Duplantier, Dept. CN, 17 Shetland Street, Willowdale, Ontario, Canada.

Recommendation from Editor

Following the advertisement, there is a note stating, "THIS MAGAZINE IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED BY YOUR EDITOR (E.J.M.)", indicating a strong endorsement from the magazine's editor.

Article: WHAT ARE THEY WAITING FOR?

Authored by James Hatem, Local Director of CAPRI, Salem, N.H., this article ponders the question of why UFOs (Saucers) have not made their presence openly known to the world. The author considers the possibility of visiting another civilized planet and the natural inclination to make contact after a brief reconnaissance. Applying this to extraterrestrial visitors, the author questions why they haven't contacted Earth, given they have been here for more than "a COUPLE of days." A hypothesis is presented based on the potential life spans of alien visitors. If their average life span is 1,000 or more Earth years, then a few days of observation would be a "mere trifle of a second" relative to their lifespan, whereas for humans with an average lifespan of about 70 years, two days would be a significant portion. The author suggests that if aliens reason similarly to humans, they might take a much longer time to make contact. The article then poses the question: "Will we ever make contact with them?"

The second part of the article, continuing the discussion, asks the reader to imagine being an astronaut visiting another planet and finding inhabitants who are born and die in minutes. The author questions whether an alien would want to make contact with such a "primitive and useless species." The author draws a parallel to human research efforts, noting that millions are spent on communication with monkeys and porpoises, but not on insects like mosquitoes or horseflies, deeming it "Logical? Maybe!" While this theory suggests communication is unlikely in the immediate future, it "substantiates their existence." The article addresses the scientific argument that UFOs cannot achieve interstellar travel velocities. It acknowledges that some scientists believe the fastest spacecraft can travel is 50% of the speed of light, which is considered mathematically possible. However, the author criticizes these scientists for not considering the lifespan of the occupants. The calculations often conclude that such a trip would take nearly 100 years, and occupants would not survive. The author argues that this applies to humans but not necessarily to all life forms, especially those about which we know relatively little.

CAPRI ARTISTRY

This section features Rita Wilms, described as the Local Director of the Key West, Florida branch of CAPRI. She is presented with her "creative original 'symbolic' painting," which depicts a spaceship in contact with the great pyramid, other flying saucers, planet Venus, and the Universe. Rita Wilms was born in Germany and later immigrated to Sweden. She is currently attempting to exhibit her paintings in a Manhattan (New York) Art Show.

Advertisement: PROFESSIONAL UFO DETECTOR

This advertisement introduces the new SENTRY UFO Detector, described as a "radical departure from the ordinary." The company claims to have invested significant time and money in perfecting an integrated system that operates efficiently under various conditions and promises to alert users to an approaching magnetic field, offering a "money back" guarantee. The advertisement lists ten "exclusive features," including portability, indoor/outdoor usability, no adjustments needed, a reacting time of 1/1,000,000th of a second, self-contained components, hermetically sealed sub-systems, sturdy construction, and attractive appearance. A "FREE bonus" for each purchaser is lifetime membership in the "UFO Patrol," described as the "world's first scientifically based 'saucer hunt'" – a network of researchers dedicated to investigating UFOs. The SENTRY detector is said to give members an advantage over "unequipped investigators," enabling them to "participate in saucer flaps." To obtain the detector and membership, interested individuals are instructed to send $10.00 to Aerial Research Systems, P.O. Box 715, Banning, Calif. 92220. California residents are advised to include an additional 50¢ for tax.

CAPRI CLASSIFIED DIRECTORY

This section contains several classified advertisements:

• NEW UFO JOURNAL: Promotes "The SENTINEL," a new UFO publication described as the "#1 monthly in its field" and a "unique adventure into history's most baffling mystery...the 'coming of the saucers.'" It challenges censorship and includes in-depth features on life on other planets, UFO Detectors, original sightings, unexplained events on the moon, and the origins, motives, and future activities of UFOs. It is fully illustrated and costs $4.50 for 12 issues, with a sample copy at 50¢. Orders are to be sent to AERIAL RESEARCH SYSTEMS, Dept. 20, P.O. Box 715, Banning, California 92220.
• 1,000 NAME-ADDRESS LABELS: An offer for 1,000 name and address labels in 2 colors, padded and in a plastic case, for $1.00. Orders are to be sent to CAPRI - Dept. A, International Headquarters, 22 Beacon Street, Chelsea, Massachusetts 02150.
• saucers, space & science magazine: This ad reiterates the promotion for "Canada's own flying saucer magazine," "saucers, space & science," now in its 12th year. It emphasizes photographs, illustrations, and special features, printed quarterly by photo-offset. The price is $2.00 per year or $3.75 for 2 years, with a sample copy at 60¢. Cheques and money orders are payable to Gene Duplantier, (dept.CN), 17 Shetland St., Willowdale, Ontario, Canada.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue of CAPRI magazine revolve around the nature of anti-gravity and its potential existence, the possibility of alien visitation and contact, and the reporting of unusual phenomena such as the Alaskan humanoid. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry into these subjects, presenting theoretical discussions alongside news reports and advertisements for related products and publications. There is a clear interest in exploring mysteries and challenging conventional scientific explanations, as evidenced by the article on anti-gravity and the speculative piece on alien contact. The magazine also actively promotes other UFO-related publications and products, suggesting a commitment to fostering a community of interest in these topics.