CDSC Reports - Vol 2 No 3

Magazine Overview

Title: CDUFO REPORTS
Issue: Vol.2, No. 3
Date: March 17, 1961
Publisher: Capitol District UFO Council
Country: USA
Language: English

This issue of CDUFO REPORTS covers significant organizational changes within the CDUFOC, a notable shift in the Soviet Union's public stance on UFOs, and administrative updates for the council.

Rudmann Resigns

Anthony M. Rudmann unexpectedly announced his resignation as CDUFOC Co-ordinator at the February 10 meeting. This move came shortly after a victory in the 1961 Club Election. Rudmann's resignation sparked speculation that his policy of "serious, scientific investigation" was not supported by all members of the Council. Officially, Rudmann stated that "severe limitation on my time" prevented him from adequately fulfilling his duties, and he was withdrawing in favor of someone who could dedicate more time to the role. Margret Bosley, a member of the Executive Council and Treasurer, has been appointed as the new Co-ordinator. William Buckley will take over the Treasurer's post vacated by Mrs. Bosley, while Mary Buckley will continue as Secretary. Mr. Rudmann will remain involved as the editor of the Council newsletter.

Flying Saucers Nyet!

Reports from Moscow indicate that flying saucers have joined God and capitalism as targets for criticism in Russia's major newspapers. The Communist Party newspaper Pravda and the national youth paper Komsomolskaya Pravda have sarcastically dismissed reports of flying saucers over the Soviet Union, labeling them as "fantastic fairy tales." These government-controlled papers issued a stern warning to the public, urging an end to such widespread rumors. This denunciation aligns the Soviet Union with Western governments, which have historically downplayed or dismissed reports of extraterrestrial visitors. The article notes that for years, Western governments have largely ignored claims of alien invasions. To support their stance, Pravda cited Dr. Lev A. Artsimovich, a Lenin prize-winning scientist from the Soviet Academy of Sciences, who stated that UFO reports stem from "self-deception or intentional falsification of facts." The piece speculates that the Soviet Union's anti-saucer stance might be a response to the increasing public clamor for information about UFOs, which authorities have found difficult to suppress.

Which Are You?

This article, written by Leslie Smith, categorizes individuals within the UFO field into three distinct types: the uneducated and impressionable who believe everything; the "monetary monster" who profits from the subject through books, lectures, and conventions; and the intelligent, open-minded investigator who is curious and seeks understanding. Smith emphasizes that true salvation or peace comes from within and questions the need for external validation from UFOs. He likens the dogmas and cults within the saucer community to religions, suggesting that rigid adherence to one "true explanation" hinders knowledge and wisdom.

Ruppelt Dead

Captain Edward J. Ruppelt, former head of the Air Force Project Blue Book, passed away from a heart ailment last fall. Ruppelt was instrumental in bringing transparency to the secretive UFO policy and revealing the existence of the secret Air Force conclusions that UFOs were real and interplanetary. As the author of "The Report on UFOs," he significantly contributed to the subject's credibility. The article concludes with a wish for his peace.

Associate Memberships Created

The January meeting of the CLUFOC (Capitol District UFO Council) authorized the creation of associate memberships. These memberships are available to individuals residing outside the Capitol District. Associate members will receive all Council publications and be eligible to participate in the annual election of officers. The annual fee for associate membership is two dollars.

Capsule Comments

This section provides brief reviews and news items related to UFO publications and organizations:

• The LUFORO BULLETIN, published by the London UFO Research Organization, has improved its format and is considered the most improved British saucer publication of the year, offering good value for its modest subscription rate.
• The National Investigations Committee on Aerial Phenomena is experiencing growth, with new affiliates forming in major cities like New York City, Seattle, and Santiago, Chile.
• Raymond Jordan, former Investigations Chairman for CDUFOC, is departing for Germany at the end of the month, courtesy of the United States Army.
• The Amalgamated Flying Saucer Clubs of America has undertaken an ambitious project with the publication of "The Reinhold Schmidt Story."
• Wayne Aho of Washington Saucer Intelligence, Inc. is quoted as saying that since John F. Kennedy's inauguration, people should support the nation with faith and work. The article humorously notes that even "space brethren" couldn't reverse an election's outcome.
• CDUFO Reports intends to improve its content, with plans to include photos in the near future once technical difficulties are resolved. A subscription to CDUFO Reports is part of every associate membership.
• The publication acknowledges contributions of material from "Saucers, Space and Science" (Toronto), the "Aerial Phenomena Research Association Bulletin" (Seattle), and the Schenectady Gazette.

Publication Information

CDUFO REPORTS is a newsletter published by the Capitol District UFO Council, located at 142 N. Brandywine Avenue, Schenectady 7, New York. Anthony Rudmann is the Editor, and Mary Fitzgerald is the Copy Editor.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue include organizational dynamics within UFO research groups, the international perception of UFO phenomena (highlighted by the Soviet Union's official stance), and the importance of scientific investigation versus sensationalism. The editorial stance, as suggested by Rudmann's policy and the critique of different types of UFO enthusiasts, favors a serious, scientific, and open-minded approach to the subject, while also acknowledging the need for practical organization and administration within the field. The publication also seems to value collaboration and information sharing among different UFO research entities.