UFOlogia Supplemento a Clypeus - 1979 No 2

Magazine Overview

Title: UFOLOGIA
Supplement: SUPPLEMENTO A CLYPEUS N° 55
Issue Date: March-April 1979
Publisher: CLYPEUS
Country of Publication: Italy
Original Language: Italian

This issue of UFOLOGIA, a supplement to CLYPEUS, focuses heavily on the United Nations' engagement with the UFO phenomenon. The cover art depicts a dramatic scene at a train station with a fallen figure, hinting at a dramatic encounter. The main headlines, "L'UFO É IL CAPOSTAZIONE" (The UFO is the Stationmaster) and "L'ONU HA DECISO SUGLI UFO" (The UN Has Decided on UFOs), clearly set the theme.

Editorial

The editorial, titled "EDITORIALE," acknowledges the positive reception of the first issue and introduces the second. It notes the resurgence of interest in international UFO cases, contrasting it with the ongoing stream of Italian cases from 1978. The editorial highlights the inclusion of Jacques Vallée's declaration to the UN's Special Political Committee as a primary article. It also mentions a case study of an Argentinian stationmaster's encounter with a UFO, investigated by Guillermo Roncoroni, and Luigi Sorgno's reflections on UFO behavior and occupants. The editorial also announces the beginning of a critical article by Edoardo Russo on UFO classification systems. It humorously remarks on the seemingly endless nature of Italian UFO cases.

Key Articles and Content

"L'ONU HA DECISO SUGLI UFO" (The UN Has Decided on UFOs)

This extensive section details the UN's involvement with the UFO phenomenon, stemming from a presentation by Grenada. It includes:

• UN Press Release GA/AH/1478 (November 27, 1978): This document outlines Grenada's request to include the creation of a UN agency for UFO research on the General Assembly's agenda. It references previous discussions and the responses from member states and specialized agencies. The Prime Minister of Grenada, Sir Eric Gairy, emphasizes the "profound personal conviction" that the UFO topic is of "global importance and interest" and warrants serious UN consideration. He cites a recent Cessna aircraft incident in Australia as further justification for the UN to address the phenomenon, which has been evident on Earth since 1947. Gairy mentions the UFOCAT database, listing over 60,000 sightings, and notes that many cases go unreported due to fear of ridicule.
• UN Press Release GA/AH/1479 (November 27, 1978): This report covers the continuation of the discussion on UFOs. It mentions statements from Grenada's delegation, including Prime Minister Sir Eric Gairy, Minister of Education Wellington Friday, and experts Professor J. Allen Hynek, Dr. Jacques F. Vallée, and Lieutenant Colonel Larry Coyne. A statement from former astronaut Gordon Cooper is included, expressing his belief that extraterrestrial vehicles visit Earth and advocating for a coordinated, high-level program to collect and analyze data worldwide.
• Summary Record of the 35th meeting, Special Political Committee (November 27, 1978): Professor Hynek discusses the widespread nature and misunderstanding of the UFO phenomenon, noting its ridicule by mainstream society. He highlights that many scientists privately express interest but lack a platform for sharing findings. Hynek stresses the need for a mechanism within the UN to facilitate this exchange.
• UN Press Release GA/AH/1490 (December 8, 1978) and Report of the Special Political Committee (December 16, 1978): These documents detail the UN General Assembly's decision to inscribe Grenada's request on the agenda and refer it to the Special Political Committee. The committee examined the issue over several sessions, taking note of the Secretary-General's report. A draft resolution (A/SPC/33/L.20) proposed by Grenada recommends that the UN, in consultation with specialized institutions, undertake, conduct, and coordinate research into the nature and origin of UFOs. It also requests the Secretary-General to invite member states and organizations to provide information and proposals, and to appoint an expert group to establish guiding principles for the study.
• Resolution Text: The General Assembly acknowledges the presentations from Grenada and invites member states to coordinate national research on extraterrestrial intelligent life, including UFOs, and to inform the Secretary-General. It also requests the Secretary-General to transmit Grenada's documentation to the Committee on the Peaceful Uses of Outer Space for consideration.

"CLYPPY: gli occhi spaziali" (Clyppy: The Space Eyes)

This section features a comic strip by "Horus" titled "Clyppy: gli occhi spaziali." The strip depicts aliens discussing a "command" in Scotland and the suitability of Loch Ness as a base, suggesting a humorous take on extraterrestrial presence.

"Dichiarazione sul fenomeno UFO davanti al Comitato Politico Speciale dell'ONU" (Declaration on the UFO Phenomenon Before the UN Special Political Committee)

This is the full text of Jacques Vallée's declaration. He frames the UFO phenomenon within the context of scientific progress and social evolution, noting that new knowledge often challenges old ideas and can lead to new beliefs. Vallée identifies three aspects of the UFO phenomenon:

1. Physical Manifestation: The phenomenon is real and can be studied scientifically. He references work by Claude Poher and access granted by Spanish armed forces to their archives.
2. Psycho-sociological Aspect: Witnesses often experience disorientation, temporal distortions, partial paralysis, hallucinations, and psychological disturbances. Vallée suggests that while these effects are not directly the UN's domain, the organization can play a role in disseminating scientific information and facilitating exchanges.
3. Belief System: The anticipation of "contact" with UFOs has created new belief systems, bordering on religious or cultural movements. Vallée argues that the lack of serious scientific attention to authentic UFO sightings has led witnesses to conclude that science is incapable of addressing the issue, pushing them to seek answers elsewhere. He warns that the idea of extraterrestrial visitors influencing human history (e.g., agriculture, fire, civilization) is not only historically inaccurate but also fosters a passive expectation of external salvation, undermining human agency.

Vallée concludes by stating that the belief in extraterrestrial visitors supports the concept of global unification and peace, but the way these emotions are handled will determine whether this aspiration leads to positive change or not. He emphasizes that the UFO phenomenon might represent a reality far greater than currently understood and that it is up to the UN to choose whether to treat it as a threat or an opportunity for human knowledge.

"Osservatorio" (Observatory)

This section includes several short items:

• Necrology: Mentions Gavin Gibbons and Ted Holiday.
• Miscellanea: Includes "UFO = holograms" and "UFO in Bulgaria."

"INTCAT: catalogo internazionale di atterraggi UFO" (INTCAT: International Catalog of UFO Landings)

This appears to be an index or catalog of international UFO landing reports.

"Gli altri dicono" (Others Say)

This section, curated by Paolo Gastaldi, likely features commentary or reports from other sources.

"UFO: esibizionismo e metamorfosi" (UFO: Exhibitionism and Metamorphosis)

An article by Luigi Gorgno exploring the exhibitionist and metamorphic aspects of UFO phenomena.

"Casistica estera: L'UFO e il capostazione" (Foreign Cases: The UFO and the Stationmaster)

An article by Guillermo Carlos Roncoroni detailing the case of an Argentinian stationmaster who encountered a UFO, and the subsequent investigation.

"Casistica italiana: 1978: un anno di avvistamenti parte seconda: 1 novembre - 7 dicembre" (Italian Cases: 1978: A Year of Sightings Part Two: November 1 - December 7)

This section continues the documentation of Italian UFO sightings from late 1978.

"Codifica dei quotidiani" (Coding of Newspapers)

This likely refers to a method of analyzing or categorizing newspaper reports related to UFOs.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are the growing international recognition of the UFO phenomenon, the role of the United Nations in addressing it, and the need for scientific research. The editorial stance appears to be one of serious inquiry, advocating for a structured, scientific approach to understanding UFOs while acknowledging the complex social and psychological dimensions. The magazine aims to inform and foster discussion, as indicated by its open collaboration policy and its stated purpose of cultural and informational dissemination rather than speculation.

This issue of UFO magazine, titled 'I SISTEMI DI CLASSIFICAZIONE' (Classification Systems), is the first part of an analysis by Edoardo Russo. Published in March 1979, it critically examines various systems developed to categorize UFO phenomena.

Part One: The Vallée Classification

Edoardo Russo begins by stating that the study of UFO classification systems is one of the most interesting aspects of ufological research. He posits that these systems not only serve as a platform for systematic analysis but also fulfill a fundamental human need to rationalize and schematize reality, especially when it is perceived as strange and incomprehensible. Russo suggests that studying these systems can lead to understanding past errors, proposing corrections, or even developing new systems. He also believes that analyzing these typologies offers insight into the ufological research that underpinned them and the era in which they were conceived, noting that systematic ufology emerged with 'scientific ufology'.

Russo then introduces Jacques Vallée's classification system, proposed in 1963, as the first widely disseminated and influential system. Vallée, a French-American astronomer, categorized UFO events into five fundamental types, which were further subdivided into classes. Russo quotes Vallée's own description of these types:

• Type I: Observation of an 'unusual object' on the ground or near it (maximum height: tree level), possibly associated with 'traces' (physical effects).
• Class A: Generic definition.
• Class B: Objects near or above open water bodies.
• Class C: Objects resembling vehicles whose occupants showed interest through gestures or light signals.
• Class D: Objects that 'pursue' terrestrial vehicles.
• Type II: Observation of an 'unusual object' in the sky, cylindrical in shape, with surrounding cloud formations ('cloud-cigar').
• Class A: Objects in motion.
• Class B: Stationary objects emitting secondary objects.
• Class C: Objects surrounded by secondary objects but without emission or return.
• Type III: Observation of an 'unusual object' stationary in the sky, spherical, disc-shaped, or elliptical.
• Class A: Vertical movements, 'dead leaf' falls, pendular oscillations.
• Class B: Continuous flight path interrupted by a temporary stop without altitude change.
• Class C: Objects altering their physical appearance during a stop (brightness changes, emission of another object).
• Class D: 'Aerial combat' involving multiple objects or the singular behavior of one object.
• Class E: Objects altering their trajectory to hover over a point or changing direction suddenly.
• Type IV: Observation of an 'unusual object' in continuous motion through the atmosphere, regardless of acceleration, color changes, or rotations.
• Class A: Generic definition.
• Class B: Objects whose behavior, physical appearance, or trajectory is influenced by proximity to a terrestrial vehicle.
• Class C: 'Formations' of objects.
• Class D: Reports of trajectories with 'jumps' or zigzags.
• Type V: Observation of 'unusual objects' that appear non-solid or material, or due to the nature of the phenomenon.
• Class A: Cases of strange aerial phenomena not described as material objects, and 'wandering night lights' (non-point sources).
• Class B: Objects resembling stationary stars for long periods.
• Class C: Point-like lights moving rapidly through the sky, not identifiable as satellites, aircraft, or meteors due to their trajectory or speed.

Russo points out that Vallée's criteria are inconsistent, mixing altitude (Type I), appearance (Type 2, 5), and movement (Type 3, 4). This inconsistency, he argues, leads to the very overlaps Vallée intended to avoid, making many classifications dubious. He poses hypothetical cases, such as a 'cigar' descending to the ground or a 'light' on the ground, questioning whether they should be classified as Type I or Type 2, or Type 5 or Type I, respectively.

The 'Ortotenia' Problem and Vallée's Motivation

Russo then discusses the problem of identifying the precise 'point' of an UFO sighting, which is crucial for defining orthotenic alignments (straight lines of sightings). This problem, he explains, led to the distinction between Type 3 (interrupted trajectory) and Type 4 (continuous trajectory) in Vallée's system. Cases of Type I are seen as Type 3 with absolute precision, while Type 5 offers no ground projection. Type 2 is considered unique because Michel attributed to these 'carrier ships' a role in converging orthotenic lines.

Vallée's motivation for creating a distinct Type 2 was his fascination with these 'carrier ships', which he arbitrarily separated from other forms.

The Spanish Variant

The article then introduces a critique by Spanish researchers Josep Serra and Joan Crexells from their 1971 article "Algunas consideraciones criticas a la clasificacion OVNI establecida por el Dr. Vallée" (Some critical considerations on the OVNI classification established by Dr. Vallée). They argue that Vallée's system is incomplete and not suited to UFO phenomenology. Their proposed revisions include:

• Giving more importance to the 'occupant' of the UFO, suggesting a dedicated type for them.
• Creating a new type for sightings occurring over water bodies (oceans, seas).
• Establishing a type for UFO observations made by astronauts in orbit, acknowledging their exceptional quality despite potentially lower quantity.

Serra and Crexells' proposed system, detailed on page 5, includes nine types:

• Type I: UFO landed on the ground or hovering near it (max height: trees) - a true landing.
• Type II: UFO with similar characteristics to Type I, but over sea or other water bodies.
• Type III: UFO observed in the atmosphere, performing maneuvers, evolving, or remaining stationary.
• Type IV: UFO observed at high altitude, appearing as a point of light not identifiable as a star, satellite, or aircraft.
• Type V: UFO observed by astronauts in orbit.
• Type VI: Observation of a 'carrier ship' or 'cigar', possibly emitting smaller craft.
• Type VII: Observation of a UFO occupant, either on the ground, near a UFO, at sea, or inside a UFO.
• Type VIII: Derived phenomenon of metallic-solid appearance, various shapes, landed on the ground, at sea, etc.
• Type IX: Derived phenomenon of luminous-immaterial appearance, various shapes, landed on the ground, at sea, etc.

Despite their intentions, Russo notes that Serra and Crexells' system, while increasing the number of types, did not significantly simplify the situation and arguably complicated it further by introducing more criteria and potential for confusion. He highlights that the criteria remain plural (altitude, movement, specific location, witness type, shape, appearance), and cases that might fit Type 4 in Vallée's system are not easily insertable into the new groups.

Two American Systems

The article then discusses two American classification systems:

1. David Saunders' UFOCAT System: Similar to the Spanish proposal, this system uses nine types, partly coinciding with Vallée's. It aims to provide a 'strangeness coefficient'.
* Type I: Stationary lights or objects with apparent inertia similar to celestial bodies.
* Type II: Lights and objects with continuous movement and very brief observation duration.
* Type III: Lights and objects that interrupt their movement, are initially stationary then move, or change direction despite continuous inertia.
* Type IV: Lights and objects that repeatedly interrupt their flight, stopping and restarting or changing direction multiple times.
* Type V: Close encounters (witness-UFO distance < 150 meters), roughly equivalent to Vallée's Type I.
* Type VI: True landings: objects on the ground.
* Type VII: Occupants seen outside the object, or in some cases, beings without UFO presence.
* Type VIII: Physical contact, intelligent dialogue with occupants.
* Type IX: Physical effects on living beings (animals, physiological effects on witnesses), memory blanks, temporal contractions, abductions.

Saunders' system's positive aspect is its non-discrimination between 'immaterial lights' and solid objects. The criteria are transparent, allowing for identification of celestial bodies, aircraft, and optical illusions for the first three types. However, Russo notes that the unitary, unstated criterion leads to potential overlaps, and Saunders himself acknowledges this, suggesting the highest coefficient among contemporary types as a solution.

2. Data-Net Report System: This system, used by the US magazine Data-Net Report, is praised for unifying the classification criterion based on UFO behavior. It distinguishes four types:
* Type I: Landing or low-altitude (max height 30 meters).
* Type II: Erratic maneuvers: turns, zigzags, braking, acceleration, stops, departures, etc.
* Type III: UFO hovering motionless for the entire duration of the sighting.
* Type IV: Continuous flight in a straight line.

Each type could be accompanied by one or more non-mutually exclusive classes and subclasses related to observation conditions and phenomenon peculiarities. While not considered optimal, this system had merits and was applied by others.

Miscellaneous Notes and Conference Report

The issue also includes several brief, curious news items:

• In February 1978, Colombian secret police arrested three Dominicans in Armenia for impersonating astrologers and claiming to communicate with UFOs and sell travel tickets.
• On April 11, 1978, a man interrupted a UFO conference in Seville, claiming to be an extraterrestrial and presenting a paper with the number '2040'. The researcher Juan José Benites stated he had received similar papers before.
• On April 16, 1978, in Cambrai, France, an 'unknown cannoner' from the 'UFO F.C.' team scored a goal using a fireball that landed on the field, identified as a meteorite.

An 'Observatory' section features obituaries for British writer and ufologist Gavin Gibbons (author of 'The Coming of the Space Ships') and F. W. (Ted) Holiday (author of 'The Dragon and the Disco').

UFO = Holograms

A section titled 'UFO = OLOGRAMMI' (UFO = Holograms) revisits a 1954 suggestion by a Swede that UFOs might be television images broadcast in the air. It then discusses a letter published in an English newspaper suggesting that UFO accelerations could be explained by them being three-dimensional images projected in the sky (holograms). This is linked to American psychological warfare techniques used in Vietnam, involving special projectors for propaganda messages on mountains or clouds. The article speculates that such projectors could create UFO images in the sky, and their movement would defy known physical laws.

This section also mentions a report from December 22, about UFOs landing in San Donà del Piave (Venice), causing alarm and described as a fantastic cone shape drawing unreal figures on the clouds.

Conference in Conegliano Veneto

A report details a UFO conference held in Conegliano Veneto on April 21, attended by two editors of the magazine, Paolo Mercuri and Edoardo Russo, along with six other speakers. The common theme was a general overview of the UFO phenomenon, with specific focus on methodology and the Alessandria case (September 2, 1978). The report notes the good attendance, the presence of journalists and private radio/TV, and praises the organization, highlighting that the media took the event seriously.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The issue's primary theme is the critical analysis of UFO classification systems, emphasizing the challenges and inconsistencies in attempts to categorize these phenomena. The editorial stance appears to be one of rigorous examination, highlighting the limitations and potential flaws in established systems like Vallée's, while also acknowledging the ongoing efforts to refine these classifications. The magazine promotes a scientific approach to ufology, as evidenced by its focus on systematic analysis and critical evaluation of research methodologies. The inclusion of news items, obituaries, and conference reports suggests a broad engagement with the UFO topic, aiming to inform readers about current developments and historical context within the field.

Title: INTCAT
Issue: 1
Volume: 1
Date: January-March 1979
Publisher: Clypeus
Country: Italy
Language: Italian
Cover Headline: CATALOGO INTERNAZIONALE DI ATTERRAGGI UFO (International UFO Landing Catalog)

Introduction

The introductory section of INTCAT, issue 1, 1979, sets the stage for a comprehensive exploration of UFO landing phenomena. It acknowledges the historical prejudice and skepticism that have plagued UFO research, even within official investigations like the U.S. Air Force's Project Blue Book under Captain Ruppelt. The magazine highlights how early UFOlogists often dismissed reports involving "little men" or entities associated with landings. A significant turning point mentioned is the "wave" of UFO sightings in the autumn of 1954, which brought renewed attention to low-altitude landings and encounters with non-human beings. This interest was further solidified by the US UFO flap in November 1957.

Historical Context and Research Evolution

The magazine details the "Dark Age" of ufology between 1958 and 1963, a period that allowed researchers to consolidate their findings. During this time, the importance of reports involving UFOs on or near the ground became increasingly recognized. A key figure emerging in this context is Jacques Vallée, a scientist who, with his impeccable credentials and friendship with Professor Hynek, brought a serious, scientific approach to the phenomenon. Vallée's work, particularly his 1963 study published in the *Flying Saucer Review*, analyzed numerous landing cases and proposed a classification system of five "types" of sightings. This system, despite its limitations, was widely adopted by the UFO research community.

UFO Classification and Key Figures

Vallée's classification system is elaborated upon, with "Type 1" sightings defined as the observation of an unusual object (spherical, disc-shaped, or complex) on or near the ground. This type is further divided into four sub-categories: general observation, near water bodies, associated with entities, and objects seemingly interested in terrestrial vehicles. The magazine notes that John Harney was among the first to recognize the value of Type 1 observations. The issue also references the work of Jader Pereira, who undertook a systematic study of landing cases, contributing to a broader understanding of the phenomenon.

International UFO Cases and Reports

INTCAT presents a range of UFO-related news and reports from various sources. A notable section discusses the first reported UFO sighting in Bulgaria, which occurred in Pleven on December 29, 1978. The report describes a luminous object descending and hovering near a road, observed by multiple witnesses and the local militia. The magazine also touches upon a reported UFO incident near Vicenza, Italy, on December 27, 1978, which was later attributed to a special effects device. The issue includes a compilation of articles and news clippings, such as those from *Nuraghex* and *Panorama UFO*, covering topics like the problem of ufonauts, alleged extraterrestrial encounters, and the debate surrounding UFOs and archaeology.

Analysis of UFO Phenomena

Luigi Sorgno's article, "UFO: ESIBIZIONISMO E METAMORFOSI" (UFO: Exhibitionism and Metamorphosis), offers a psychological perspective on UFO encounters. Sorgno identifies several "constants" in UFOlogy, including the frequency of landings along roads, the "metamorphosis" of ufonauts, and their "false" hostility. He argues that the apparent technological superiority of ufonauts suggests their actions are deliberate, possibly to simulate hostility. Sorgno posits that the phenomenon has evolved from encounters with "little green men" to more complex "monsters" and that the aliens' alleged origins are shifting from solar system planets to distant galaxies. He suggests that ufonauts might be characterized as "grumpy mythomaniacs" and proposes psychoanalyzing them through their reports.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently emphasizes the need for a scientific approach to UFO research, moving beyond anecdotal evidence to rigorous analysis. It highlights the contributions of researchers like Jacques Vallée and the evolution of UFO classification systems. There is a clear focus on UFO landing cases and encounters with entities, exploring both the physical and psychological aspects of these phenomena. The editorial stance appears to be one of serious inquiry, aiming to document and analyze UFO events with a critical yet open mind, while also acknowledging the historical challenges and skepticism within the field. The magazine also features reviews of other UFO publications, providing a broader context of the UFO research landscape at the time.

This issue of 'Casistica Italiana' from November-December 1978, titled '1978: un anno di avvistamenti - Parte Seconda', focuses on UFO sightings and related phenomena. It includes a detailed report on an incident in Argentina and a compilation of Italian sightings from the specified period.

External Case: The UFO and the Station Master (Argentina)

The main article details an incident that occurred on July 12 and 13, 1978, near Media Agua, San Juan Province, Argentina. The report, authored by Guillermo Carlos Roncoroni, director of S.I.U. (Servicio de Investigaciones Ufologicas), describes an event involving Felipe Onofre Orozco, the station master at Ramblon, and Horacio Zocco, his assistant.

The Incident at Ramblon

On July 12, 1978, around 7:30 PM, Horacio Zocco left the station for supplies. Around 8:45 PM, Felipe Orozco began his routine check of the signaling lamps. At approximately 9:00 PM, his dog, Laika, became agitated. At 9:00 PM, Orozco noticed the dog's ears were erect and its fur bristled. He descended to the road level and observed the dog behaving erratically. Orozco then experienced an intense red light enveloping him, accompanied by a loud, buzzing noise and sounds resembling muffled explosions. He felt his legs become heavy and his arms paralyzed, making it impossible to move. He managed to drag himself back to the station building, a process that took about half an hour, during which the area remained illuminated by the strange light.

Witness Testimony and Aftermath

Orozco attempted to use the telephone but only heard static. Around 9:45 PM, he managed to contact the police. A police investigation team, including the commissioner and an inspector, arrived at Ramblon by 10:40 PM. They observed a luminous object, described as a red-orange disc, about 5 kilometers away. Orozco was found in a semi-conscious state and was hospitalized for 48 hours, suffering from shock, tremors, a nasal hemorrhage, tachycardia, and chest oppression. He later refused to return to Ramblon, stating he wouldn't wish the experience on a dog and was deeply traumatized.

Other Witness Accounts and Effects

Parallel to Orozco's experience, dozens of witnesses in the region reported seeing an "immense ball of fire" moving erratically. In Jocoli, Mendoza Province, residents observed a red light moving at high speed, with sudden dives and stops. Significant electromagnetic interference was reported, affecting television and radio broadcasts, including a 45-minute disruption of Radio Colon and a police radio link outage. Vehicles sent to investigate also experienced breakdowns. A witness named José Correa reported seeing a large, incandescent mass moving across the sky. His cattle stopped producing milk, and three horses disappeared. Correa also noted that the area had fewer wild animals afterward.

Physical Traces and Animal Behavior

Orozco's dog, Laika, exhibited unusual behavior before the incident, with bristled fur and growling. In the following days, the dog lost fur, and a red spot appeared on its skin, which later disappeared. Correa's cattle stopped producing milk, and three horses vanished without a trace.

Official Reactions

Colonel Guillermo Vogel, head of the provincial police, held a press conference confirming the presence of a strange luminous phenomenon near Ramblon, observed by numerous inhabitants. He acknowledged the interruption of radio and television broadcasts but stated that no evidence of an landing on the ground had been found. The police confirmed that two teams observed a red flying object projecting white light.

Italian Casework: November - December 1978

This section details numerous UFO sightings reported in Italy during November and the first week of December 1978. The cases are numbered sequentially, starting from Case 82.

November Sightings:

• November 1: Fontanafredda (PN) - A "luminous ball" moved erratically. Pordenone (PN) - A family observed a luminous sphere emitting four distinct light beams.
• November 6: Prato Nevoso (CN) - A large luminous ball was seen precipitating and crashing, causing a fire.
• Early November: Esine (BS) - A man photographed a strange red aircraft.
• November 11: Trieste - A luminous orange object hovered, and photos were taken. Salò (BS) - A strong light rose from a valley at high speed. Fiumicino (Rome) - A luminous object was noted by a radiosonde operator.
• November 11: Chieti - Multiple reports of a luminous, pulsating globe, observed for ten consecutive nights.
• November 12: Torrazza di Saluzzo (CN) - An 18-year-old witnessed a luminous yellow and red disc with flashing lights descend and stop near his car.
• November 12: Fiumicino (RM) - Airport control tower operators observed several luminous spheres and a very large, silent sphere emitting red-orange light.
• November 14: San Donato di Tagliacozzo (AQ) - A circular object landed, and small, humanoid beings emerged, described as "more like dolls" and smiling like children. They left behind yellowed grass and displaced stones.
• November 14: Grumello (BG) - Two pensioners observed a shiny disc-shaped object that disappeared behind a hill after becoming engulfed in flames.
• November 14: San Vittore Olona (MI) - Employees observed a large red and white object that hovered silently overhead before slowly moving away.
• November 14: Fiumicino (RM) - Two individuals observed and photographed a large luminous object, possibly the Moon.
• November 14: Esine (BS) - A strange luminous body was seen disappearing over the mountains.
• November 14: Bologna - An oval object with three lights was observed emitting red, yellow, and green lights.
• November 17: Rome - Numerous people reported "strange flying objects surrounded by a fluorescent halo."
• November 17: Vimodrone (MI) - A night watchman observed a very large luminous ball moving across the sky, leaving a trail.
• November 17: Bassano (VI) - Three young people observed an object with a luminous central nucleus and a "tail."
• November 18: Bassano and Privà (VI) - A large, luminous, and fast-moving globe was observed.
• November 18: Campobasso - A semi-spherical object was seen moving towards a mountain, emitting a strong reddish light before disappearing.
• November 21: Caiolo (SO) - Three young men saw a luminous trail and a phosphorescent object that landed and then took off.
• November 22: Bordighera (IM) - A 90-year-old woman observed a disc-shaped object with a dome and an antenna, emitting soft light and four colored lights from its side.
• November 23: Taranto - A 13-year-old boy saw a red and white object cross the sky, leaving a long trail.

December Sightings (Early):

• November 24: Campobasso - Four professionals observed four cigar-shaped objects moving in formation, emitting orange light.
• November 24: Modena - Hundreds of people observed pointed objects with silvery light moving rapidly.
• November 24: Marchesante (VI) - Four family members observed an object with a red-orange nucleus and a white halo, moving in a triangular trajectory.
• November 24: Gallio (VI) - A pensioner encountered two "strange and ugly beings" described as humanoid, about 1 to 1.2 meters tall, with green skin, large ears, and long fingers. They moved in jerky motions and responded with grunts. One being touched the witness's arm, causing an electric shock. The beings then fled to a biconvex disc that landed nearby, leaving "U" shaped marks and flattened grass.
• November 24: S. Eusebio (VI) - A dark object was photographed in the sky.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The issue highlights the recurring nature of UFO phenomena, particularly during critical periods of human evolution. The editorial suggests that these phenomena might represent negative or malign influences that create confusion and discomfort, potentially acting as a "substitute phenomenon" or a "negative force" that distracts humanity from its spiritual evolution. The text implies a connection between UFOs, mystical events, and religious experiences, suggesting a need for deeper investigation into the metaphysical and esoteric aspects of these occurrences. The overall stance is one of serious inquiry into the UFO phenomenon, viewing it as a complex issue with potential spiritual and psychological implications, rather than dismissing it as mere fantasy.

This document is an issue of a magazine, identified by the page number '40' and featuring a section titled 'CODIFICA DEI QUOTIDIANI' (Codification of Daily Newspapers) on page 3. The primary focus of the provided pages is a catalog of Italian daily newspapers with their abbreviations, intended for researchers and archivists. Additionally, the magazine includes a series of dated reports detailing numerous sightings and encounters with unidentified aerial phenomena (UAP) across Italy, primarily in November and December 1980.

Codification of Daily Newspapers

Page 3 presents a comprehensive list of Italian daily newspapers, each with a corresponding abbreviation. The editorial states that this codification is elaborated for researchers to indicate newspapers synthetically, especially for citing sources and for archival use. The list includes a wide range of publications, such as 'ALTO ADIGE' (AAD), 'CORRIERE DELLA SERA' (CDS), 'LA STAMPA' (LS), 'IL MESSAGGERO' (MES), and 'ROMA' (RM), among many others. It also mentions the inclusion of political dailies and some foreign publications in Italian or foreign languages, while economic dailies are excluded. The magazine intends to publish a similar list for newspapers that have ceased publication in the future.

UAP Sightings and Encounters (November-December 1980)

The magazine documents a series of UAP incidents, cataloged by case number, date, and location:

• Case n.111 (November 28, 1980, Sanremo): Two fishermen observed smoke from the sea forming a whirlpool, from which a luminous object emerged at high speed.
• Case n.112 (November 29, 1980, Imperia): Fishermen reported a low-lying light on the sea moving silently with strong luminosity.
• Case n.113 (November 30, 1980, Settimo Torinese): A night watchman saw seven luminous objects in an 'M' formation, violet in color, pulsating and transiting at low altitude.
• Case n.114 (November 30, 1980, Rivoli): A family observed a slow-moving white object with reddish glows. A 18-year-old girl also saw a red-violet object that disappeared suddenly.
• Case n.115 (November 30, 1980, Ventimiglia): Many people on both sides of the border witnessed a luminous, silent object crossing the sky.
• Case n.116 (November 30, 1980, Rome): Dr. Janone and Commendator Onorati observed a luminous, oblong object with a protuberance that appeared to rotate slowly. Photographs taken were not developed.
• Case n.117 (First decade of December 1980, Lanciano): Two teenagers spotted and photographed a disk-shaped object moving rapidly from Vasto towards the northwest, disappearing towards Gran Sasso.
• Case n.118 (December 5, 1980, Trezzano): Guido Menini saw a very bright star moving quickly and attempted to photograph it.
• Case n.119 (December 5, 1980, Mogoro): A 55-year-old man discovered a circular burn mark in a field of artichokes. The plants were uprooted, the soil disturbed, and three holes, 15 cm in diameter and 50 cm deep, were found arranged in a triangle within the circle.
• Case n.120 (December 5, 1980, Chieti): A luminous disk landed on the outskirts of town and then departed immediately.
• Case n.121 (December 6, 1980, Palermo): Several people observed a very strong beam of light forming a 5-meter diameter circle on the ground. They looked up and saw the beam retracting into a luminous point, accompanied by a rumbling sound. The light was white, moved slowly, stopped, and oscillated.
• Case n.122 (December 6, 1980, Brescia): A sanitary worker's car stopped by itself and then restarted after some time. The man saw a luminous object similar to the sun moving quickly among the clouds towards Lake Garda.
• Case n.123 (December 6, 1980, Propata di Genova): Mrs. Cilluo saw a luminous shape moving at high speed in the sky.
• Case n.124 (December 7, 1980, Marzano, Torriglia): Night watchman Fortunato Zanfretta reported seeing four white lights moving back and forth. He then encountered a creature over three meters tall with a dark green head, large yellow triangular eyes, and sharp spines. The creature disappeared, and Zanfretta later revealed under hypnosis that he had been in physical contact with monstrous creatures and subjected to a 'clinical examination'.
• Case n.125 (December 7, 1980, Caorle-Jesolo): A simulated military exercise ('Albatros') caused alarm among the population, who mistook it for a UFO landing.
• Case n.126 (December 7, 1980, L'Aquila): Street vendors observed a large luminous disk with a distinct trail moving linearly across the sky, visible again in the evening.

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Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are the cataloging of information sources (Italian newspapers) and the reporting of UAP phenomena. The editorial stance appears to be one of serious documentation and archival, providing detailed accounts of sightings and encounters, as well as a systematic approach to referencing information sources. The inclusion of the newspaper codification suggests a commitment to rigorous research and data management within the field of UAP studies.