CENAP Report - No 082

Magazine Overview

This issue of the CENAP REPORT, titled 'Nr. 82' and dated December 1982, is the 7th year and 12th issue of the publication. It is published by CENAP, a German research network for extraordinary phenomena. The cover prominently features the CENAP logo and the issue's date and number, along with contact details for Hansjürgen Köhler and Werner Walter in Mannheim.

Das Geheimnis von Dorla (The Mystery of Dorla)

The lead story, "Das Geheimnis von Dorla: Endlich ein materieller UFO-Nachweis?" (The Mystery of Dorla: Finally, Material UFO Evidence?), details a significant UFO event that occurred in Dorla, Germany, on October 20, 1982. The report begins with a phone call from GEP-Leiter Hansjürgen Köhler in Lüdenscheid to CENAP-Chef-Untersucher Werner Walter in Mannheim, relaying a report from the newspaper BILD about two UFOs landing in a nearby forest. Walter immediately began investigating, gathering various newspapers to verify the story.

BILD's report, written by reporter Jochen Herzog, described the event. Key individuals mentioned include EDEKA-Handler Heinrich Färber from Dorla, UFOlogist Johannes Freiherr von Buttlar, the couple Erika and Reinhard Mlitzke, and farmer Karl Ellenberg. The report suggests this incident was the sensation of 1982 and potentially a major UFO case for Germany.

The Sighting and Initial Reports

On the evening of October 20, 1982, around 7:45 PM, Heinrich Färber of Dorla witnessed a bright light in the forest, followed by two ascending spherical objects that then moved rapidly away. Later that night, around 2:15 AM, Erika Mlitzke heard a strange humming and hissing sound, and the next morning, she and her husband Reinhard discovered eleven bright, semi-circular tracks on their paved driveway. Reinhard Mlitzke informed the police, who examined the tracks but dismissed them. Mlitzke speculated about a release of energy that altered the stones and caused the sound.

Expert Analysis and Similar Cases

Johannes Freiherr von Buttlar, a UFO researcher and author, examined the tracks and a paving stone, finding a 40-degree shift in the magnetic field, suggesting a strong, unknown radiation. He noted similar track formations found in Australia, England, and America, often associated with UFO sightings. He also mentioned that farmer Karl Ellenberg found burn marks in a semi-circular shape on his field, which, like the tracks, did not absorb water. Buttlar suggested these phenomena might be related to 'falling leaves' UFOs or even advanced technology like 'secret weapons' from the US or Russia.

Buttlar's preliminary analysis indicated a polarization shift of up to 40 degrees, attributing it to an electromagnetic field effect. He stated that the phenomenon was not a hoax or manipulation and that the traces were water-repellent, remaining dry even after rain. He planned to conduct further spectral analysis.

CENAP's Investigation and Media Involvement

CENAP's investigation involved extensive phone calls and information gathering. Werner Walter contacted BILD, the local police, and various newspapers to corroborate the story and identify witnesses. The investigation faced challenges, including misidentification of individuals named Heinrich Färber and the initial misdirection regarding the exact location. The report details how CENAP coordinated with other regional groups, like the CENAP-Ortsgruppe-Heilbronn, to gather information and plan on-site investigations.

Media coverage, particularly from BILD and the 'Hessische Allgemeine Zeitung', played a crucial role in bringing the case to light. The report mentions that a freelance journalist, Jochen Herzog, investigated the case for BILD. CENAP also sought information from police departments in various towns, including Kassel, Fritzlar, and Meschede, to ascertain if there were other related UFO reports.

Scientific Interpretation and Further Research

Buttlar emphasized that the Dorla case was a "classic UFO sighting" and not a case of misidentification with helicopters, citing the objects' silent movement. He noted that similar phenomena, including glowing balls and tracks, have been observed worldwide. The report suggests that the tracks' water-repellent nature and the polarization shift point to a physical radiation source. Further investigation was planned, including spectral analysis of samples and checking with the local power company for any unusual electrical activity during the time of the incident.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

This issue of CENAP REPORT focuses on a detailed investigation into a specific UFO incident, emphasizing the collection of witness testimony, physical evidence, and expert analysis. The editorial stance appears to be one of serious inquiry into unexplained phenomena, seeking to differentiate between hoaxes and genuine, potentially advanced, technological or natural events. The magazine highlights the importance of cross-referencing media reports with direct investigation and expert consultation, as demonstrated by CENAP's methodical approach to the Dorla case.

This issue of 'Extra TIP' from October 24, 1982, focuses on a reported UFO sighting and the discovery of physical traces in the German Landkreis (district) of Gudensberg-Dorla. The cover headline dramatically asks, 'UFO landed in the district?' and declares, 'New case of UFO sighting leaves concrete traces in Germany! The first time.' The magazine includes a report from the Press-Picture-Agency (Kassel) and features interviews with eyewitnesses and scientific analysis.

UFO Sighting in Dorla

The main narrative begins with the account of Heinrich Färber, a 65-year-old EDEKA shop owner in Dorla. On Friday evening, September 16, 1982, around 8:00 PM, Färber and his wife Auguste witnessed two bright, silent points of light ascend from the 'Sommerholz' area above the village. They described the lights as blindingly bright, moving vertically towards the sky, hovering, and then moving rapidly towards the east, disappearing within a minute. Later that same evening, around 9:00 PM, the couple observed the same phenomenon again, with the lights ascending and moving silently across the village towards the west.

Discovery of Physical Traces

Three weeks later, on another Friday night, Reinhard Mlitzke, a 34-year-old mechanic, and his wife Erika were awakened by a loud, electronic humming sound. The following morning, Mlitzke discovered 12 semi-circular tracks on the paved surface of his garage driveway. The police were called but reportedly left dismissively. Mlitzke believes a powerful energy release caused the sounds and the tracks.

Farmer Karl Ellenberg from the same village also recalled finding burnt spots and semi-circular tracks in his meadow in early summer, which he had initially attributed to military exercises. He later compared them to Mlitzke's tracks and found them to be identical, with a spacing of 1.46 meters.

Scientific Investigation

Johannes Freiherr v. Buttlar, an astrophysicist and author, was asked to investigate the phenomena. He described the Dorla sighting as a classic 'UFO sighting,' suggesting the objects were likely unmanned. Based on his measurements of the tracks, he estimated the objects to be around 160 cm in diameter (spheres or discs). He noted that similar sightings have been reported globally and that these objects are often associated with high-voltage power lines.

Von Buttlar theorized that the objects might use electromagnetic propulsion and recharge near high-voltage lines. He also observed that the objects seemed to 'flutter' like a falling leaf when approaching the ground, suggesting they might move similarly close to the earth. He emphasized the significance of the Dorla case as the first concrete evidence found in Germany. He noted that the paving stones from Mlitzke's driveway showed a magnetic field anomaly, with a 40-degree shift in charge distribution, indicating an intense radiation field.

CENAP's Involvement and Analysis

The CENAP (Center for UFO-related Research) team, including Werner Walter, Hans-jüngen Köhler, Jochen Ickinger, and Roland Gehardt, became involved. They met with witnesses and examined the tracks. Walter had previously been in contact with GEP-Lüdenscheid and had spoken with Baron von Buttlar. Klaus Webner was consulted for photo interpretation and special analysis.

During their investigation at Mlitzke's property, the CENAP team observed that the tracks were only visible when the paving stones were wet. When dry, the marks disappeared. They concluded that the 'tracks' were not evidence of a UFO landing but rather a result of the difference in moisture absorption between the paving stones and the surrounding earth, possibly exacerbated by water being poured over them. They found no evidence of unusual magnetic fields or any other anomalies that couldn't be explained by mundane factors.

However, the team did collect a paving stone from Mlitzke's driveway for further analysis at the Technical University in Braunschweig. Initial tests on the stone showed no deviation from the Earth's magnetic field. Despite the lack of conclusive evidence for a UFO landing, the investigation continued, with CENAP planning further visits.

Further Investigations and Witness Accounts

The CENAP team also visited the field where Karl Ellenberg had found his tracks. They observed bog-shaped grass scars, some appearing older than others. The soil was described as loamy and not metallic. They concluded that these marks were likely caused by agricultural vehicles, such as tractors with plows, creating 'turnaround' marks at the end of rows.

During their investigation, the CENAP team encountered various locals who shared their own UFO-related experiences, including sightings of red spheres and bright lights. One local, Herr Zappe, had reportedly photographed a UFO-like object over the forest, though it was his son, Werner, who had taken the photograph.

Conclusion and Editorial Stance

The article concludes that while the Dorla incident generated significant public interest and initial speculation about UFOs, the CENAP investigation found no definitive proof of extraterrestrial activity. The physical traces were largely explained by mundane causes, although a magnetic field anomaly on one paving stone remained an unexplained detail. The magazine seems to present the events with a degree of sensationalism, as indicated by the cover headline, but also attempts to provide a more grounded, investigative perspective through the CENAP's findings.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are UFO sightings, the discovery of physical evidence (tracks, sounds), and the scientific investigation of such phenomena. The editorial stance appears to be one of reporting on intriguing events while also seeking rational explanations. There's an underlying skepticism towards sensational claims, balanced with an acknowledgment of unexplained aspects, such as the magnetic anomaly. The magazine seems to cater to an audience interested in the unexplained, UFOs, and potentially fringe science, but also aims to provide a level of journalistic inquiry.

Title: CENAP
Issue Date: December 12, 1982
Publisher: CENAP (Centrales Erforschungsnetz Außergewöhnlicher Phänomene)
Country: Germany
Language: German

This issue of CENAP, dated December 12, 1982, covers ongoing investigations into unusual phenomena, with a particular focus on a UFO sighting in Dorla, Germany, that occurred in late 1981.

Dorla UFO Sighting Investigation

The main article details the investigation into a UFO sighting by Werner Zabbee near Dorla. Zabbee reported observing a bright white, shimmering object for 15-20 minutes. He initially suspected it was Venus, but the object was too large, too bright, and too 'fast' for that explanation. The sighting occurred near an old brickworks tower, and Zabbee managed to photograph the object, which appeared to be hovering and then slowly sank as if preparing to land before disappearing.

The CENAP team visited the location and found tracks on a field, which were described as 'water-repellent' and formed a circle about 1 meter in diameter. The investigation faced challenges, including difficulties in obtaining a newspaper report from the 'Fritzlar-Homberger Allgemeine' which allegedly published a photo of the object that was 'retouched and enlarged'.

Several individuals and organizations are mentioned in connection with the case. Herr Berger from the newspaper's editorial department is noted for allegedly altering the photograph. Roland Gehardt, a CENAP investigator, was in contact with Herr Mlitzke in Dorla to stay updated. The report also mentions that Radio-Tele Luxemburg and the Hessischer Rundfunk had already visited the site and recorded reports.

Further complicating the investigation, the report notes that Professor Kaminski dismissed the event as 'nonsense', and an 'Ein-Pendler' (commuter) allegedly confirmed the tracks. The ufologist Oberhard von Hagen also visited the site and was informed that a saucer had landed in Dorla.

There is a mention of a report from November 28, 1981, concerning this matter, indicating the incident was about 11 months old at the time of the magazine's publication. The CENAP team expressed frustration at missing journalists they intended to meet in Dorla.

Media Coverage and Other Cases

The issue highlights media involvement in UFO phenomena. It mentions that Radio Luxemburg covered the Dorla case on its show 'Unglaubliche Geschichten' on October 15, 1982. Additionally, a ZDF broadcast on December 3, 1982, featured a UFO segment that turned out to be a prank, but it generated significant public interest, with hundreds of people inquiring about UFOs.

Another case mentioned is that of a 48-year-old American woman who starved to death in a Minnesota desert while waiting for a UFO, as instructed by a 'higher power'. Her story was reportedly featured in BILD newspaper and WELT am SONNTAG.

Recommended Literature and Warnings

The magazine recommends a new, excellent DINA-4 magazine called 'CONTRA', published by Walter Hain in Vienna. It is described as a journal against superstition and pseudoscience, covering topics like UFOs, Erich von Däniken, crop circles, and parapsychology. The subscription price is 15.80 DM per year.

Conversely, CENAP strongly advises against purchasing Budd Hopkins' book 'VON UFOS ENTFÜHRT' (Abducted by UFOs). While it contains 'documents and reports about sensational cases', CENAP's note states that the author provides no answers and instead offers 'ufological dreams' in 19 cases.

Editorial Notes and Contacts

The magazine includes contact information for CENAP representatives Hansjürgen Köhler and Werner Walter in Mannheim. It also provides details for the Postscheck account in Ludwigshafen.

The issue concludes with a wish for a peaceful Christmas and a happy New Year 1983 for its readers and staff.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

This issue of CENAP demonstrates a commitment to investigating and reporting on UFO sightings and related phenomena. The editorial stance appears to be one of critical inquiry, as evidenced by the detailed reporting on the Dorla sighting, the inclusion of skeptical viewpoints, and the cautionary advice regarding certain publications. The magazine actively engages with media coverage of UFOs, both official reports and public reactions to media events, including pranks. There is a clear emphasis on providing readers with information on new literature in the field while also warning them about potentially unreliable or misleading sources. The organization aims to be a central network for researching extraordinary phenomena.