EMF Nytt - No 5 1972

Magazine Overview

This issue of EMF NYTT, published by the ORGAN FÖR ENGELHOLMS METAFYSISKA FÖRENING (Organization for Engelholm's Metaphysical Association), is dated August-September 1972. The publication is in Swedish and serves as a platform for members to share information and theories, particularly concerning UFO phenomena.

Prologue

Staffan introduces himself as the new editor, taking over the responsibility of ensuring the magazine is published regularly with ample material. He expresses gratitude for the contributions received from members, noting that the process for this issue was relatively smooth. He specifically thanks Kjell for his significant contributions, without which the magazine might not have materialized. Staffan also acknowledges Hasse for the existence of previous issues. He mentions that the magazine aims to maintain its style while introducing new, fixed sections, with at least two present in this issue. He apologizes for any perceived monotony, explaining that only three individuals besides the board members (Monika, Eva, and Laj) contributed to this specific issue.

Short News (KORTA NYHETER)

The section covers several brief updates:

• Lectures: The association has organized lectures. Sture E Emby is scheduled to speak on the 12th, and Antony Brook from England will lecture in Malmö on November 22nd or 23rd. Further details will follow, and Kjell is mentioned as a source for more information.
• New Book: Gösta Rehn has published a new book titled "Tefaten är här" (The Saucers Are Here).
• UFO Pin: A round UFO pin is available for sale at 1:50 SEK, with Kjell and Hasse handling sales.
• Study Circle: A study circle is set to begin in about 14 days, on October 25th, at 7 PM. A small fee has been introduced for this and future sessions.
• New Organization Affiliation: In addition to UFO-Sverige, the association has joined another national organization, Unga Forskares Riksförbund (UFOR). The annual fee for associations is 100 SEK, which includes a subscription to their magazine. Interested individual members are advised to speak with Staffan.
• Board Changes: At a meeting on the 15th, where Kjell and Jerry discussed UFOs and Hasse presented historical accounts, two decisions were made: to appoint substitute members and a new board member. Monika and Ingemar were appointed as substitutes, and Christina became the new board member. Christina is noted as an active member who also manages the library and book club.
• Rymdgläntan: A model of Gösta Carlsson's saucer, weighing several tons, has been erected, commemorating the 1946 event. Rymdgläntan is described as a significant attraction in Ängelholm, with approximately 50 visitors counted on a Sunday afternoon in early October.
• Duplicating Machine: The association, along with ASFK and Esi, has purchased a Gestetner duplicating machine, described as a high-quality electro-stencil apparatus. This machine was used to print the current issue of EMF-nytt. The cost was substantial, over 3000 SEK, but the association has applied for funding from the local leisure committee, and funds are still available in the treasury.

UFO - kjell

This section, intended to be a regular feature, will present facts and theories about "Flying Saucers." Contributions are welcome and will be published without censorship, encouraging lively debate. Kjell begins by defining UFOs (Unidentified Flying Objects) or "Flying Saucers," referencing Kenneth Arnold's 1947 sighting of nine luminous objects over Washington State. He notes that UFO sightings predate this, citing an event in 222 BC. The major wave of sightings in Sweden occurred in 1946, with over 300 objects reported in July. Subsequent waves occurred in the USA (1947, 1950, 1952), France and South America (1954), and again in the USA and South America (1957, 1962, 1966-1967).

Kjell then describes the common characteristics of UFOs:

• Shape and Size: Three main types are identified: 1. Motherships: Cigar-shaped, 700-800 meters long, equipped with docking bays for smaller craft. Observations are less frequent. 2. Common Type: Resemble two stacked saucers, about 15 meters in diameter. During the day, they appear aluminum or silver; at night, their color can shift (red, green, blue-white) depending on speed and maneuvers. These are used for transport between motherships and the ground and are designed for atmospheric flight. 3. Scout Discs: Varying from 1 to 5 decimeters in diameter, used for gathering information and relaying it to motherships. They have been observed near radio and TV masts, potentially receiving information, and may also be capable of receiving thoughts and feelings.

Other typical characteristics include silent flight, rapid speed and direction changes (90-degree turns observed), and the presence of 1.20-meter tall, dwarf-like beings in equipment during close encounters. The question of UFOs' existence remains unresolved.

UFO - Monika

Monika reports on mysterious events from July 19th and 20th.

• July 19th: While vacationing in Earshamn, Roslagen archipelago, Monika's family and relatives observed an object around 10:30 PM. It was described as satellite-like, moving east, and disappearing into the sea. It resembled a star but moved with remarkable speed.
• July 20th: While driving between Creerund and Hargshamn around 10:00 PM, Monika observed an intensely bright object in the sky where Venus is usually visible, despite overcast conditions. The object's color shifted from red to blue to white. She questions if stars can be 'cold-warm' and notes the object maintained its position for 10-15 minutes.

She also mentions that children from another family claimed to have seen something mysterious.

American Magazine Offers Large Reward for UFO Proof

The American magazine *Enquirer* is offering a reward of $50,000 (250,000 SEK) for clear proof that UFOs are visitors from outer space. Submissions should be sent to a specific address in Angelholm, which will forward them to *Enquirer*'s editorial office via UFO-SVERIGE. A panel of five top American scientists will evaluate the best reports. All material must be received before January 1, 1973.

UFO Pursued Passenger Aircraft

On March 22, 1967, a UFO reportedly pursued a passenger plane with 52 passengers for 3 miles from Peru to Lima. The crew and passengers witnessed the event. The UFO mirrored the aircraft's course changes. When the plane was 3 miles from Lima, the UFO disappeared at what was described as an "enormous speed."

KLIPP - hasse

Hasse presents an excerpt from an old issue of *Allers* magazine, part of a series titled "FLYGANDE TEFATENS HEMLIGHET" (The Secret of Flying Saucers).

MAYBE AN EXPLANATION

The article discusses how "flying saucers" have been associated with electrical disturbances for twenty years, including power outages, radio and TV failures, and activated alarm systems. It mentions that airfields have been blacked out and measuring instruments have shown unusual readings, often coinciding with the appearance of luminous or "glowing" objects.

Eugen Semitjov recounts seeing a "flying saucer" himself in a laboratory outside Washington. A group of researchers was reportedly attempting to create artificial "flying saucers" in a test tube, filling a glass vessel with ammonia vapor and oxygen. When a spark was introduced, a small, oval, UFO-like object appeared, about an inch in diameter, with a darker upper section. This artificial object exhibited characteristics similar to observed UFOs, including hovering, wobbling, fluttering, and erratic movements before accelerating upwards and disappearing.

Observed UFOs have sometimes appeared as half-moons, with small fins on the sides, or with points of light along their edges, resembling "windows." The article reiterates that these "objects" can cause radio interference and radar detection, suggesting that sightings over marshy ground might be explained by igniting marsh gas.

Regarding size, the article implies that such objects could be manufactured in virtually any dimensions.

UFO - observations

This section details an upcoming UFO observation event scheduled for Friday, October 13th, between 8:00 PM and 2:00 AM in Northwest Skåne. Several groups are being organized, and participants are advised to dress warmly, bring warm drinks, and potentially binoculars, a compass, and note-taking materials. Star charts and report forms will be provided later.

The article lists the preliminary groups and their observation locations:

• Group 1: Ängelholm (Staffan)
• Group 2: Mobile unit (Ingemar, Hasse, and Eva A)
• Group 3: Håkull (Jerry, Bo, Monika, and Thomas)
• Group 4: Hallandsåsen (Hishult, Bernt, Kenneth, and Lars)
• Group 5: Nötte Backar (Anders, Christina B, and Olof)
• Group 6: Hovs Hallar (Kjell, Eva N, Christina H, and Johan)

Group 2 will act as a mobile unit, traveling between other groups and maintaining contact with Ängelholm, likely via radio. Communication between other groups is expected to be difficult, possibly relying on Morse code.

WHAT DID THE ASTRONAUTS SEE?

This section, an excerpt from "Året Runt" (The Year Around) No. 5-72, discusses UFO sightings by astronauts.

• Apollo 10 (May 1969): An English scientist, privy to secret communications between Houston control and the Apollo 10 crew, reported hearing conversations that were "completely inexplicable in our frame of reference." He was bound by a NASA non-disclosure agreement.
• Apollo 12 (November 1969): Observatories across Europe detected two bright, unknown lights near Apollo 12's trajectory. Through telescopes, one object appeared to follow the capsule, while the other was ahead. Both objects blinked rapidly. A transcript of a radio conversation between Apollo 12 and Houston control on November 15th at 10:25 AM is included. The crew described a very bright, rotating object, estimated to be 480 km away, which moved at high speed and executed a sharp turn.
• Apollo 13 (April 1970): Sveriges Radio reported on the morning of April 14th that astronauts had sighted an unknown, bright, luminous object that approached the capsule, then veered away and disappeared. This detail was omitted from later news reports. Attempts to retrieve the audio recording from Sveriges Radio's archive were unsuccessful.

The article is written by B. Ahlqvist.

LIFESTYLES (LIVSÅSKÅDNINGAR) - eva

This section begins a series introducing philosophers and their philosophies, starting with Seneca.

• Who was Seneca? Lucius Annaeus Seneca the Younger was born around 4 BC in Corduba, Spain. He was educated in rhetoric and early adopted Stoic philosophy. His personal motto was, "You must live for others if you want to live for yourself."
• Political Career and Exile: Seneca began a political career but was exiled to Corsica in 41 AD, likely due to political intrigue. After eight years, he was recalled by Agrippa d.y. to tutor Nero.
• Influence on Nero: When Nero became emperor at 17, Seneca, with the help of Burrus, exerted significant influence over the government. The first five years of Nero's reign are considered one of the empire's happiest periods.
• Retirement and Philosophy: After Burrus's death, Seneca voluntarily retired to focus on his literary work. He is quoted as saying, "One must learn to live for the whole life, and perhaps to your surprise, one must also learn to die for the whole life."
• Death: At the age of 70, Seneca was ordered to take his own life by Nero, who accused him of involvement in a conspiracy. He is portrayed as a martyr and hero, embodying Stoic principles.
• Quotes: "Light worries are talkative, deep sorrows are silent." and "True joy is a serious matter."
• Legacy: Seneca is described as a great cultural figure and literary giant of his time, the "conscience of the era." He was also considered a more influential stylist than Cicero in Roman literature. Another quote attributed to him is, "It is not so important to live long as to live well."
• Works: His surviving works include scientific writings, a satire on Emperor Claudius, and philosophical essays in letter or dialogue form. A final quote states, "He who considers how many faults he himself has, does not get angry at those who err."

TEOSOFY - jerry

This section introduces Theosophy, explaining that all religions share a core of truth, an inner "isoteric" teaching that has been kept secret. Theosophy, however, views truth as a wisdom existing everywhere, accessible to individuals who become aware of it. It is seen as a synthesis of all knowledge within science, philosophy, and religion.

The Theosophical Society's motto is "There is no religion higher than truth." Its program includes:

1. Forming a nucleus of universal brotherhood without regard to race, creed, sex, or color.
2. Encouraging comparative study of religion, philosophy, and science.
3. Investigating unexplained natural laws and the hidden powers of humanity.

The society aims to foster an atmosphere of absolute freedom, allowing individuals to discover truth for themselves. The understanding of truth is considered personal, and no specific belief system is required for membership.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue of EMF NYTT are UFO sightings and phenomena, philosophical inquiry, and esoteric beliefs. The editorial stance appears to be one of open investigation and discussion, encouraging member participation and the sharing of diverse perspectives without censorship. The magazine serves as a community platform for individuals interested in exploring the unexplained and the deeper aspects of existence.

This issue of 'MEDITATION', identified as 'låj' and part of 'EMF-nytt', dated '3/8' (likely August 3rd, 1970s), focuses on the scientific research surrounding Transcendental Meditation (TM) and briefly touches upon UFOs. The cover headline, 'VETENSKAPLIGA RÔN KRING TRANSCENDENTAL MEDITATION (TM)', clearly sets the theme. The price is listed as 1:50.

Scientific Research on Transcendental Meditation (TM)

The main article details scientific investigations into TM, proposing it as a distinct state of consciousness beyond the previously known states of sleep and wakefulness. It explains that while the brain exhibits regular alpha waves (EEG) in the transcendental state, these waves are also present in other states but are often obscured by stress and tension associated with activity. The article presents several graphs illustrating the physiological effects of TM:

• Oxygen Consumption: A graph from Scientific American shows a significant decrease in oxygen consumption during TM, dropping to -16% compared to a baseline, with a slight increase during what is labeled as 'hypnos' and a return to normal levels after TM.
• Breathing Rate: Another Scientific American graph illustrates a reduction in breathing rate per minute during TM, dropping from around 12-14 breaths per minute to about 6-8 breaths per minute.
• Skin Resistance (Hudresistans): A graph from Scientific American shows a sharp increase in skin resistance during TM, rising from approximately 100 kohm to over 300 kohm, before returning to baseline levels.
• Blood Lactate (Mjölksyra i blodet): A Scientific American graph indicates a decrease in blood lactate levels during TM, dropping from around 11 mg per 100 cc to approximately 7 mg per 100 cc.

Further research from the Stanford Research Institute is presented in a bar chart detailing the "Reduced use of tranquilizers, stimulants and other prescribed drugs" among 570 subjects. The chart shows a significant decrease in the number of people using drugs after starting TM, with many stopping their medication entirely.

An "Increased perceptual ability" study from the University of Sussex (Graham, England) reports improvements in frequency discrimination (+37.0%) and amplitude discrimination (+25.4%) after TM, while a control group showed a decrease (-15.1% and -3.2% respectively).

Research from Berkeley on "Increased learning ability" compares meditators and non-meditators. Studies show that meditators perform better on recall tests and learn quicker, with significantly better results on more difficult material. TM is stated to improve memory and learning ability.

UFOs and Extraterrestrial Life

A section titled "UFO - MÄRKEN" (UFO - MARKS) poses the question of life on other planets and the existence of UFOs. It speculates about advanced civilizations and questions the scientific consensus on travel speed, suggesting that if humans can travel to the moon, older civilizations might have achieved greater feats. The article challenges the idea that millions of people reporting UFO sightings are lying and encourages readers to consider the possibility of UFO existence. A small circular logo with "FLYING SAUCERS ARE REAL" is present.

Epilog and Publication Notes

The "EPILOG" section, written by Staffan, reflects on the readership of the publication (referred to as 'EMF-nytt'). The author expresses uncertainty about how many people actually read the magazine thoroughly and solicits feedback on whether the publication is successful or if the organization behind it has failed. Staffan also discusses the future of the publication, suggesting a more flexible release schedule based on the availability of material, supplemented by "newsletters" for significant updates.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine appears to have a strong interest in parapsychology, consciousness studies, and alternative health practices, particularly Transcendental Meditation. The editorial stance seems to be one of promoting scientific inquiry into these phenomena, presenting research findings, and encouraging reader engagement and feedback. The inclusion of the UFO section suggests a broader interest in unexplained phenomena and the fringes of scientific understanding. The publication aims to inform its readers about research and foster discussion within its community.