Flying Saucer Digest - No 006 - 1968

Magazine Overview

Title: FLYING SAUCER DIGEST
Issue: NUMBER 6
Date: SUMMER 1968
Publisher: UNITED AERIAL PHENOMENA AGENCY (U.A.P.A.)
Country: USA
Language: English
Price: 60¢ (75¢ Foreign) for single copies.
Cover Headline: SPECIAL 1968 CONVENTION ISSUE

Editorial

The editor reflects on the rapid passage of time and expresses optimism about the upcoming UFO Convention, which is expected to have 27 groups and 15 individual researchers attending from across North America. The next issue will cover commitments from the Congress of Scientific Ufologists. The editor also announces a new booklet series called "Flying Saucer Classics," which will cover top cases from 1896 to the present with large illustrations for each case. A special introductory price of $3.75 is offered to "Flying Saucer Digest" subscribers until July 15, 1968, after which the price will be $1.00. The editor apologizes for not being able to print all submitted letters due to space limitations. A brief mention is made of astronomers receiving signals from 200 light-years away, initially thought to be intelligent but later identified as a new kind of star called a Neutron.

Contents Overview

The magazine features a variety of articles including an editorial, "Strange Object," "Analysis in Astronomy," "UFO Retrospective," "I Met a Spaceman," "Who Said That?," "Beings in Argentina," "Are the Saucers Space Animals?," "Same Old Song," "Readers Say," and "Cartoons."

Articles and Features

PROFESSIONAL UFO DETECTOR

This section advertises the SENTRY Model U.F.O. Detector, a scientific instrument for detecting magnetic fields, designed for serious researchers. It features audio/visual alarm systems for 24-hour magnetic surveillance, operates indoors or out, and is powered by penlight batteries. The detector is described as easy to operate, inexpensive, compact, and durable. It is offered for $10.00 by AERIAL RESEARCH SYSTEMS.

AERIAL RESEARCH SYSTEMS' sentinel

This section introduces "The SENTINEL," the official organ of Aerial Research Systems. It aims to involve private researchers in active UFO research through initiatives like the A.R.S. UFO Patrol, A.R.S. Lunar Patrol, and UFO Patrol Field Representatives. The journal welcomes unique news contributions and promises to publish responsible theories on UFO origins and future activities. Subscriptions are $4.50 and can be sent to AERIAL RESEARCH SYSTEMS.

STRANGE OBJECT

This article details a sighting by Mr. Horace Burns of Grottos, Va., on December 21, 1964. He reported seeing a large, "bee-hive" shaped UFO land in a field near Fisherville, Va. The object was described as 80-90 feet high with a 125-foot diameter and a bluish glow. It rested for about 90 seconds before ascending with a "whooshing" sound. While the Air Force found no evidence, an earlier Geiger counter reading indicated radiation.

ANALYSIS IN ASTRONOMY

This section provides information on comets and meteors. Comets are described as "planet-sized" members of the solar system, composed of gases and meteoritic material, which glow due to sunlight ionization and can have tails pointing away from the Sun. Meteors, or "shooting stars," are bits of stone and iron that enter Earth's atmosphere at high speeds, often burning up or leaving fragments called meteorites. Fireballs are bright meteors, and those that explode are called bolides.

UFO RETROSPECTIVE

This article recounts a sighting by Captain C. S. Chiles and First Officer John B. Whitted on July 24, 1948, near Montgomery, Alabama. They observed a brilliant, cigar-shaped, wingless aircraft, about 100 feet long, that passed them at close range. The cabin was brightly illuminated, and a dark blue glow emanated from the fuselage, with a red-orange exhaust flame. The craft ascended rapidly.

I MET A SPACEMAN

Dr. Daniel Fry recounts his claimed encounter on July 4, 1950, near White Sands Proving Grounds, New Mexico. He reported seeing a silver, saucer-shaped craft land nearby. The craft was silent and had no visible openings. Fry claims he was invited aboard and flown to New York City and back in 30 minutes at 8000 mph, conversing with a "Captain Aylan" from a "mother ship." Fry later wrote a book titled "The White Sands Incident."

WHO SAID THAT?

This section presents two excerpts. The first, from "Industrial Research, November, 1967," discusses findings from the Surveyor 5 mission, suggesting the moon has an Earth-like composition with oxygen and carbon, making a lunar colony feasible. The second excerpt, from "Industrial Research, February, 1968," notes a shift in Soviet attitudes towards UFOs. Previously dismissive, Soviet scientists and officials are now showing interest. Dr. Feliks Zigel of the Moscow Aviation Institute calls for global investigation, and reports of sightings, including by astronomers at Kazan and Koslovodsk observatories, are being studied. Dr. J. Allen Hynek cautions that this may signal a Soviet race to solve the UFO puzzle.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently promotes the investigation and understanding of UFO phenomena, encouraging active participation from researchers. It highlights specific sightings, provides astronomical context, and advertises related publications and equipment. The editorial stance is one of open inquiry and a belief in the importance of UFO research, as evidenced by the establishment of the U.A.P.A. and its publications.

This issue of 'Flying Saucers' magazine, identified as issue 9 and dated December 1955, is published by the Amalgamated Flying Saucer Clubs of America, Inc. The cover prominently features the headline 'BEINGS IN ARGENTINA,' suggesting a focus on extraterrestrial encounters.

Beings in Argentina

The article by Robert S. Easley details reports from Argentina in January 1965 concerning 'Martians.' A group of farmers and peons witnessed five luminous disc-shaped objects traveling at high speed. Subsequently, they encountered supposed 'Martians' described as about two meters tall, slender, with a single eye in the center of their forehead and a projection emitting a light ray. One peon attempted to use a gun but could not fire. The beings briefly took a peon hostage before releasing him and disappearing into a nearby mountain. Another case reported to the Commission involved Mr. Carlos Soreriou and his brothers who encountered strange beings, two and a half meters high. During this encounter, one brother's arm became paralyzed, and another's rifle jammed. These incidents are presented as evidence of small humanoid beings in Argentina in 1965, though their purpose remains unknown.

Are the Saucers Space Animals?

This section, authored by J. Philip Bessor, explores the theory that flying saucers might be a form of 'space animal.' The author traces the evolution of UFO descriptions from simple 'saucers' to more complex craft piloted by 'guardians.' He critiques the lack of convincing evidence for human contact with space beings and posits that space travel and extraterrestrial visitation are plausible. The article discusses the concept of time as multidimensional and suggests that the universe operates on a paranormal, multidimensional system. It references historical accounts of unexplained phenomena, such as doors opening by themselves, objects spinning on walls, and the 'dancing sun' in Portugal. The author's theory proposes that flying discs are 'space animals' or creatures of an ectoplasmic substance, propelled by telekinetic energy, analogous to sea creatures in Earth's oceans. The article also touches upon the 'Brown Mountain lights' and their possible paranormal or electrical origin, comparing them to 'ball lightning' and 'St. Elmo's fire.' It further discusses objects that can pass through solid matter, drawing parallels to the behavior of ghosts.

UFO Sightings and Geographical Patterns

The magazine maps out 'saucer zones' or 'belts,' noting a predominance of sightings along both coasts of the United States and in the northwestern region, including British Columbia, Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Indiana, southern Ohio, and West Virginia. Conversely, Pennsylvania, particularly Pittsburgh, was noted as being shunned by these objects, while cities like Dayton, Columbus, and Cincinnati in Ohio were frequently visited. The author draws a parallel between ghost sightings and UFOs, questioning if a similar energy attracts both. The article also reviews historical aerial phenomena from the 1870s-1890s, linking them to record weather patterns and speculating if current UFO activity is related to cosmic disturbances affecting Earth's atmosphere and weather.

The Nature of Flying Objects

Further exploration into the nature of flying objects suggests they may be 'semi-material shells' or 'space animals.' Examples include a huge, bullet-shaped object seen in East Africa and tailed saucers reported in Sweden. The article recounts the dematerialization of a purple-glowing globe in Philadelphia and discusses instances of airplanes being 'frozen' in mid-air by flying saucers, questioning if they exert a force similar to electric eels. The author likens the smoke trails from some objects to the ink ejected by an octopus and searchlights to the glow of deep-sea creatures. The 'Brown Mountain lights' are again mentioned, with their sizzling noise and varying colors suggesting a paranormal origin. The article also describes a 'weird, crab-like object' with a halo seen in England. It is suggested that color changes in these objects might be due to their thought processes.

Potential Dangers and Cover-ups

The magazine raises concerns about the possibility of 'saucers' being carnivorous and preying on animals and humans, referencing a report from France about a man entangled in 'angel hair' from the sky. It also mentions unexplained disappearances of ship occupants and an entire Eskimo village. The article highlights the crash of a C-46 plane with 32 Marines, where no bodies were found. The author criticizes the Air Force for imposing strict censorship on UFO sightings, suggesting a deliberate effort to suppress information and allow the subject to be relegated to science fiction. The issue concludes with a plea for the removal of censorship and suppression of UFO information, asserting that the sky belongs to everyone.

Advertisements and Reader Feedback

The magazine includes advertisements for 'UFO GUIDE: 1947-1967' and photographic sets of flying saucers from AFSCA. It also features an order form for subscriptions, membership cards, and various books and photo sets related to flying saucers. A section titled 'READERS SAY' includes positive feedback on the magazine's illustrations and content, with some readers requesting more 'creature stories' and 'monster and contact cases.' The issue also contains a correction regarding a previous article and a brief report on an incident in Ohio involving unidentified objects that were initially mistaken for meteors.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue revolve around the existence and nature of extraterrestrial beings and craft, with a strong emphasis on eyewitness accounts and the exploration of unconventional theories, such as the 'space animal' hypothesis. The editorial stance appears to be one of advocating for open investigation and against government censorship, believing that UFO phenomena represent a significant and important aspect of modern understanding. The magazine actively promotes its own organization, AFSCA, and its related publications and materials, encouraging reader participation and the dissemination of information.

This document appears to be a collection of advertisements and promotional material for UFO-related publications, likely from a 1968-era magazine. The primary focus is on promoting "The UFO SPOTTER" magazine, a quarterly publication covering sightings, landings, and astronomical facts for $2.00 per year. It also heavily features a new book titled "IDENTIFIED FLYING SAUCERS" by Robert Loftin, a retired Army Intelligence Officer, which is a comprehensive survey of UFO sightings from 1860 to the present. The book is noted for its open-minded approach and the author's insistence that while evidence leans towards an extraterrestrial origin, it remains a hypothesis.

Featured Publications and Books

The UFO SPOTTER Magazine

The UFO SPOTTER is described as a 7¼" by 10½" magazine offering up-to-date information on UFO sightings, landings, contacts, astronomy facts, creatures, and more. It is illustrated and available via subscription for $2.00 for four quarterly issues. Information and subscriptions can be directed to The UFO SPOTTER, 6419 Alexandria Dr., Parma Hts., Ohio, 44130.

IDENTIFIED FLYING SAUCERS by Robert Loftin

This book, published by David McKay Co., Inc. of New York, is presented as a complete survey of flying saucer sightings from 1860 to the present. Robert Loftin, a retired Army Intelligence Officer and recently appointed Early Warning Coordinator for the University of Colorado, spent fifteen years researching the topic. The book is recommended by the editors of Flying Saucer Digest and is available for $5.95. It includes descriptive details of sightings, witness accounts, opinions, and reports on U.S. Government agency investigations. Loftin's work is described as approaching the controversial subject from both sides, addressing unexplained sightings and hoaxes, and working with UFO organizations. The book contains many photographs and is noted for its open-minded approach, suggesting that while evidence points to an extraterrestrial origin, it is still a hypothesis.

FLYING SAUCERS PICTORIAL

This "BIG magazine," available from the United Aerial Phenomena Agency (UAPA), is advertised as containing the world's largest collection of UFO photos in black & white and color. It includes a controversial photo of an actual occupant of a crashed flying saucer, as well as photos taken in sequence, over power lines, near the ground, and blow-up shots. The magazine also features articles such as "Flying Saucers and Their Occupants," "Contact Outer Space," and "UFOs and Anti-Gravity." It is priced at $1.25 postpaid and can be ordered from UAPA-2, P.O. Box 9811, Cleveland, Ohio 44142.

CONFIDENTIAL UFO NEWSLETTER REPORT

A "Special Non-Scheduled Newsletter" containing "confidential Flying Saucer information considered 'too hot to handle'" is offered for free by the Scientific Committee. Readers are invited to send a stamped, self-addressed envelope to SAUCER NEWS, Scientific Committee, Box 2228, Clarksburg, W. Va. 26301.

P. U. F. O. I. C. (The Public UFO Information Center)

This organization is described as one of the best-informed and fastest-growing UFO information bureaus serving the United States and Canada. They offer to answer specific questions and have open membership and official posts. Stamped self-addressed envelopes are appreciated for their services. Their HQ is located at 69 Portland Road, Summit, New Jersey 07901.

DISSENTER - DISINTER Magazine

This bi-monthly magazine, costing $3.00 per year (sample copy 50¢), covers topics such as the Richard S. Shaver Mystery, the President Kennedy assassination and conspiracy, vanishing liberties, Communism, government suppression, and anti-totalitarianism, as well as UFOs. It is located at 524 A Holly Hills, St. Louis, Mo. 63111.

OFFICIAL GUIDE to UFOS-1968 EDITION

This guide is recommended for readers of "F.S. Digest" and is described as containing good reading material on the UFO subject. It was scheduled to go on sale July 2nd at all newsstands.

Featured UFO Photographs and Accounts

Villa Set Photographs

The document presents three sets of "AUTHENTIC FLYING SAUCER COLOR PHOTOGRAPHS" (Villa Set No. 1, No. 2, and No. 3), each accompanied by a 1000-word fact sheet. These sets are offered by UFO INTERNATIONAL, P.O. Box 552, Detroit, Michigan 48232. The sets vary in the number of photos included (7, 9, and 13, with 4, 6, and 10 shown respectively) and are priced from $2.00 to $4.00 on special sale.

Villa Set No. 1 Description: Mentions a disc with an amber red tinted bottom that changed color, becoming intensely bright. It landed on a tripod landing gear, and nine crew members (five women, four men) disembarked, described as beautiful and immaculately groomed.

Villa Set No. 2 Description: Describes a miniature tornado created by the saucer causing high wind turbulence that made the area hot and silent. The craft then shot a bright ray at the ground, causing brush and trees to burst into flames, which were then extinguished by another beam of light. The saucer landed on its tripod landing gear.

Villa Set No. 3 Description: Details a rod on top of the dome, identified as an optical device rather than an antenna, which can be retracted. The saucer is accompanied by several spheres of changing colors. The craft's speed and maneuverability are described as incredible, flitting like butterflies or racing at high velocity. The manned saucer is approximately 42 feet in diameter and hovered about 5 feet off the ground, with one pilot disembarking.

SAUCER SCIENCE SECTION in PERPETUAL MOTION JOURNAL

This section is added to the PERPETUAL MOTION JOURNAL, which is dedicated to the evaluation of future free energy sources. The SAUCER SCIENCE section specifically explores questions about UFOs, such as their fantastic speeds, tight cornering abilities, how they can burn persons from the inside out, impair sight and hearing, and push objects from a distance. It references startling events in 1968, including the establishment of the Institute of Electrical Inversion in Moscow, Russia, to seek free energy and perpetual motion. Topics covered include Maxwell's Demon Concept, Entropy reversal, field force, anti-gravity, gravity wheels, and a historical review with a large bibliography. Readers can send $1.00 for a "saucer selection and free information" to Saucer Science Selection, 1616 S. Compton, St. Louis, Mo. 63104.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this collection of material are the investigation of UFO phenomena, the presentation of alleged photographic evidence, and the promotion of various publications and books that delve into these subjects. There is a clear emphasis on the extraterrestrial hypothesis, with authors like Robert Loftin presenting evidence that leans in that direction, while also maintaining a degree of scientific caution by calling it a hypothesis. The material also touches upon related fringe topics such as free energy and conspiracy theories, suggesting a broad interest in unexplained phenomena and alternative scientific concepts within the UFO community of the era. The overall stance appears to be one of encouraging open-minded inquiry into the UFO mystery, presenting various accounts and evidence, and directing readers to resources for further exploration.