Cosmic News

Magazine Overview

This document comprises two distinct communications related to the publication "Cosmic News" and its successor, "The U.F.O. HOTWIRE," both from 1957. The first is a letter from Roger Pierce of the Cosmic U.F.O. Investigation Center to the National Investigations Committee On Aerial Phenomena, and the second is a subscriber notice from the editors of Cosmic News.

Correspondence from Cosmic U.F.O. Investigation Center

This letter, dated January 30, 1957, is from Roger Pierce, Director of the Cosmic U.F.O. Investigation Center in Strongsville, Ohio, to the National Investigations Committee On Aerial Phenomena in Washington D.C. Pierce acknowledges past correspondence and phone calls with the Committee. He proposes that the Cosmic U.F.O. Investigation Center place a 2-inch advertisement in a future issue of "Cosmic News" in exchange for an associate membership. Pierce states that such an ad would reach 700 interested people. He also thanks the Committee for interesting literature they recently received and expresses confidence in their organization's longevity. A postscript mentions that they saw a write-up in the "Cleveland Plain Dealer" a week and a half prior and would send it if they found it.

Subscriber Notice from Cosmic News

This notice, dated October 23, 1957, is from Roger Pierce and Howard Neuberger, Co-Editors of "Cosmic News," addressed to all subscribers. It informs subscribers that "The U.F.O. HOTWIRE" will be taking the place of "Cosmic News." Due to this transition, there will be adjustments to the number of upcoming issues. The new subscription rate is set at $2.00 for six issues. The notice explains that for those whose renewals are due soon, they will receive a renewal slip and an addressed envelope. The publication schedule for "The U.F.O. HOTWIRE" will be unscheduled, with issues published based on the availability of news. The editors justify this approach by stating it prevents subscribers from paying for news that is not available simply to meet a schedule. The notice concludes with "A PROMISE OF GOOD SERVICE IN THE FUTURE."

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The primary theme is the transition of a UFO-related publication and the business aspects involved, including advertising and subscription management. The editorial stance, as conveyed through both communications, is one of active engagement in the UFO community, seeking to disseminate information and maintain a readership through evolving publication strategies. There is a clear focus on practical matters like advertising reach and subscription value, alongside a commitment to providing relevant news to interested parties.