Flying Saucer News - 1955 09 - September

Magazine Overview

Title: Flying Saucer NEWS
Issue: Vol. 6 No. 6
Date: September, 1955
Price: 25c
Publisher: James S. Rigberg
Editor: James S. Rigberg

This issue of Flying Saucer NEWS is a 12-page magazine that delves into the phenomenon of flying saucers, featuring reader-submitted sightings, articles on related topics, news from the UFO community, and listings of meetings and book reviews. The publication aims to inform and engage its readership on matters concerning unidentified flying objects and extraterrestrial life.

Editorial Stance and Reader Engagement

The editorial section, titled 'TO OUR READERS,' acknowledges that each issue has differed from the previous ones, as the publication experimented with format, paper quality, and layout. The editor expresses a desire to establish a consistent form and solicits comments, suggestions, and criticisms from readers to help improve the magazine. For the time being, the original form will be maintained until reader feedback is thoroughly reviewed.

Contents Overview

The magazine includes a variety of sections:

• COVER: Features artwork and the headline 'Who Believes In Flying Saucers?'
• EDITORIAL: A message to the readers regarding the magazine's format.
• SIGHTINGS: Reports of UFO sightings from various individuals and locations.
• SPACESHIPS and ANGELS: An article by Sonny Castator.
• VISITORS CHIT CHAT: A section featuring brief notes and visits from individuals interested in flying saucers and related topics.
• QUESTIONS WE ALL ASK: A Q&A section addressing common queries about flying saucers.
• NEWS: Updates on personalities, events, and publications within the UFO field.
• MEETINGS: Listings of upcoming meetings and events hosted by UFO clubs.
• BOOK REVIEWS: Critiques and summaries of new books on flying saucers and related subjects.
• BOOK EXCHANGE: A section for readers to trade books.
• CLASSIFIED SECTION: Advertisements.

Key Articles and Features

SIGHTINGS

This section details several reported UFO sightings:

• Kentucky Family Sees 'Spacemen': On August 23, 1955, the J. C. Sutton family in Kelly, Kentucky, reported seeing 15 odd-shaped men exit a bathtub-shaped, fire-ball-like spaceship that landed on their farm. They reported this to the police chief.
• New Jersey Man Reports His 'Saucer Sighting': On August 24, 1955, a plastic factory worker from Maplewood, New Jersey, reported seeing two bright, circular spots beneath the clouds that he was sure were 'SAUCERS'.
• Pennsylvania Men See Saucers: On May 15, 1955, George Siscoe and Robert Rhodes, while driving near York, Pennsylvania, reported seeing a saucer similar to Adamski's design, with lights that revolved and appeared to split into two.
• Bronx Man and Wife See 'Saucer': On July 7, 1954, Mr. and Mrs. Clifton Smith, while visiting a friend near Warren, Ohio, reported hearing a loud report in the sky. Later, their friend Charlott Fisher psychically received a message from a materialized being who explained this was their way of signaling and that a silver cigar-shaped ship would have been seen if they had looked higher. The being also stated that their crew did not land due to the 'dangerous reaction of the earth people'.
• Swan Lake Man Reports: On July 10, 1954, John Rosso reported that his sister and brother-in-law saw a saucer in Swan Lake, New York, around 11:30 PM. Readers are encouraged to send in their sightings, with names withheld upon request.

SPACESHIPS AND ANGELS by Sonny Castator

This article explores the concept of advancement and knowledge throughout history, drawing parallels between historical figures like Columbus and modern-day discoveries. Castator argues that humanity has often resisted new ideas, preferring established norms. He suggests that there are individuals, referred to as 'the Goodly Company,' 'Christ People,' 'Etherians,' 'Aquarians,' or 'ANGELS,' who are working for the betterment of mankind and future generations. These beings, he claims, have become more active in the last fifty years, pushing humanity towards a goal that will culminate in visits from 'space friends' who will 'lighten the skies at night by millions.' The article touches upon spiritual evolution, the limitations of dogma, and the importance of seeking spiritual aid. It contrasts this with the modern focus on personal ego and material possessions. The author quotes, 'Let it be on Earth as it is in Heaven,' suggesting this as a future reality.

VISITORS CHIT CHAT

This section features brief mentions of individuals who visited the Flying Saucer News headquarters or are otherwise connected to the UFO community. Notable mentions include:

• Captain Steaker and men from the 23rd Police Pot.
• Dist. Special Inspector Meyer Scher of the Dept. of Sanitation.
• Ed Bodin, international columnist and special correspondent for CHIMES magazine.
• Joe Springer, who painted a flying saucer he observed.
• Mrs. Pauline Peavy, an 'OCCULT, electronic artist' who also paints.
• Gilbert Hernandez and Irving Montanez, flying saucer fans.
• Mr. John Valinote.
• Mr. Herbert Hart, a student of the Occult.
• Wm. H. Van Frecht, Business Mgr. of 'The American Brewer'.
• Mrs. Ann Marie Schuetze, a student of the Occult and flying saucers.
• Mrs. Elmer, Prop. of Lina's Save Shop, a social worker and student of the Occult.
• Miss Rita Peters, who studies Metaphysics and modeling.
• Harold Sl Sherman, sales representative for Newburg, New York.
• Samuel Epstein, Publisher of THE SHIELD.
• Mrs. Ann Cameron, Health Food Manager and member of Amer. Women's Voluntary Services.
• F. J. Reich.

QUESTIONS WE ALL ASK

This Q&A section addresses reader inquiries:

• Question: Assuming that flying saucers are real, from where do they come? Answer: The various planets.
• Question: How can you prove such a statement? Answer: The Bible (King James Version) Chapter 12 Verse 12 and Chapter 13 Verse 6 are cited.
• Question: By what authority other than the Bible can you prove there is life on the planets other than earth? Answer: Sir William Herschel, who discovered Uranus in 1781, was convinced the Sun was inhabited. The magazine also references 'THE STARGAZER TALKS' by Rupert Gould.
• Question: Can you name other astronomers that believed there is life on other planets than ours? Answer: Yes. Schiaparelli (1877) observed 'canals' on Mars, confirmed by French astronomers Perrotin and Thollon, and later by Dr. Percival Lowell.

The magazine offers 'THE STARGAZER TALKS' by Rupert Gould for $1.00 postpaid.

NEWS

This section provides updates on various figures and events:

• George Adamski: Scheduled to be in New York City from September 6th to 13th, with appearances expected on radio and elsewhere, though specific times and places were not yet confirmed.
• Editor's Radio Interviews: The editor was interviewed by Bess Meyerson on W.A.B.C. on August 5, 1955, and participated in a debate on the reality of flying saucers on W.O.R. on August 6, 1955, arguing for their existence against Dr. Sigfried Mandel.
• New York Post: The newspaper gave the magazine a plug on July 31st.
• George Hunt Williamson: Co-author of 'THE SAUCERS SPEAK,' was conducting experiments in Prescott, Arizona, and planned to start a quarterly magazine on saucers.
• Donald Powers: Editor of UNIVERSAL MAGAZINE, has suspended publication.
• Eugene H. Drake: Director of the Fellowship of Golden Illumination, is organizing meetings to take pictures with infrared lights and record information for booklets.

MEETINGS

This section lists various UFO-related groups and their meeting schedules:

• The Flying Saucer News Club of America: Planning to establish headquarters in the Times Square area within two months. Meetings will be held in rented halls in the meantime.
• Paradise Space-Craft Research Group: Holds meetings on Wednesday evenings at 7:30 PM at Mrs. Evah Edwards' home in Paradise, California.
• The Cosmic Circle of Fellowship: Presents William Ferguson every Friday evening at 8 PM in Chicago, Illinois, discussing flying saucer reports and outer space messages.
• DON ADAMS, Inc.: Features John Otto's 'Out of This World' flying saucer show on WBKB (Channel 7, ABC) every Sunday, starting June 19, 1955.
• The Civilian Saucer Intelligence Group of N. Y.: Will resume lectures in the autumn.
• Dr. Gilbert N. Holloway: A known speaker on flying saucers, scheduled to appear in New York City around Christmas.

NEW BOOKS AND REVIEWS

This section reviews recent publications:

• 'FLYING SAUCER CONSPIRACY' by Donald E. Keyhoe: Extended release to November 1955.
• Lee Crandall: His new manuscript is being considered by a New York publisher.
• 'OTHER TONGUES OTHER FLESH' by George Hunt Williamson: In the hands of a New York publisher, expected for winter publication.
• 'COUNCIL OF THE SEVEN LIGHTS' by George W. Van Tassel: Promised since 1952, with a long wait for publication.
• 'INSIDE THE SPACE SHIPS' by George Adamski: A best-seller on the market for several months.
• Dana Howard: A prolific writer, with books like 'MY FLIGHT TO VENUS' being best-sellers.
• 'VISITORS FROM SPACE' and 'LIFE ON THE PLANETS' by Eugene H. Drake: Both are selling well, and the reviewer advises that a good story and a few pictures are more important than extensive word counts.

Best Sellers in the New York Area:

1. VISITORS FROM SPACE by Eugene H. Drake ($1.00)
2. LIFE ON THE PLANETS by Eugene H. Drake ($1.00)
3. MY FLIGHT TO VENUS by Dana Howard ($1.25)
4. INSLADE THE SPACE SHIPS by Geo. Adamski ($3.50)
5. A MESSAGE FROM OUTER SPACE by W. Furguson ($1.00)
6. THE VENUSIANS by Lee Crandall ($2.00)
7. FLYING SAUCERS, Dr. Wm. Franklin Kelly ($0.50)
8. MESSAGES FROM THE SPACE PEOPLE, Dr. G. N. Holloway ($1.00)

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue of Flying Saucer News are UFO sightings, the potential for extraterrestrial contact, and the spiritual or philosophical implications of these phenomena. The magazine adopts a stance that is open to the reality of flying saucers and extraterrestrial life, encouraging reader participation and sharing of information. There is an underlying theme of seeking truth beyond conventional understanding, as seen in the 'Questions We All Ask' section and the article 'Spaceships and Angels.' The editorial approach is to foster a community of like-minded individuals interested in exploring these subjects, while also seeking to improve the publication based on reader feedback.

This document appears to be a section from a magazine titled "Flying Saucer News," specifically focusing on a "BOOK EXCHANGE" and related advertisements. The issue number is "11." The publisher is identified as James S. Rigberg, Publishers, located in New York, USA. The primary language is English.

Book Exchange

The "BOOK EXCHANGE" section lists a comprehensive catalog of books related to flying saucers, UFOs, and related topics, along with some self-help literature. Each entry includes the author's name, the book title, and the price. Some notable authors and their works featured include:

• ADAMSKI, George: "Inside The Space Ships" ($3.50)
• ANGELUCCI, Orfeo: "Flying Saucers Have Landed" ($3.50)
• ARNOLD & Ray PALMER: "Secret Of The Saucers" ($3.00)
• BETHURUM, Truman: "Coming Of The Saucers" ($4.00)
• CAIDEN, M: "Worlds In Space" ($4.00)
• CERVE, W. S.: "Lemuria, Lost Continent of The Pacific" ($2.50)
• CHURCHWARD: "Lost Continent Of MU" ($3.95), "Children of MU" ($3.95), "Sacred Symbols of MU" ($3.75), "Cosmic Forces of MU" ($3.95)
• CRANDALL, Lee: "The Venusians" ($2.00)
• DRAKE, Eugene H.: "Visitors From Space" ($1.00), "Life On The Planets" ($1.00)
• FERGUSON, William: "A Message From Outer Space" ($1.00)
• FORT, Charles: "The Books Of Charles Fort" ($6.00)
• FRY, Daniel W.: "The White Sands Incident" ($1.50)
• HEARD, G.: "Allen's Message To Men Of Earth" ($1.00)
• JESSUP: "Is Another World Watching ?" ($2.75)
• KELLY, Wm. F.: "Flying Saucers" ($0.50)
• KEYHOE, Donald E.: "Flying Saucers From Outer Space" ($3.00)
• LAYNE, Meade: "Coming of The Gurdians" ($3.00)
• OAHSPE, A New BIBLE: "American Edition" ($5.00), "English Edition" ($3.00)
• Phylos: "A Dweller On Two Planets" ($7.50)
• SCULLY, Frank: "Behind The Flying Saucers" ($2.95)
• Sanctilean: "Flying Saucers" ($1.00)
• Telano, Ralph: "Flying Saucers" ($1.00)
• THOMAS, Franklin: "We Come In Peace" ($1.00), "Coming of The Great White Chief" ($0.50)
• Thompson, Jeff: "Out of This World" ($1.00)
• WHITELL, Evelyn: "Flying Saucers" ($0.50)
• WILLIAMSON & BAILEY A.: "THE Saucers Speak" ($2.00)
• WILKINS, Harold: "Flying Saucers On The Attack" ($3.50)
• VAN TASSEL, George: "I Rode A Flying Saucer" ($1.00)
• ALLINGHAM, Cedric: "Flying Saucer From Mars" ($2.75)
• MICHAEL, Cecil: "Round Trip To Hell In A Flying Saucer" (Cloth Edition $2.50), "Space, Gravity & The Flying Saucer" ($3.00)

Additionally, a "SELF-HELP LITERATURE" section lists titles such as:

• BRISTOL, Claude M.: "The Magic Of Believing" ($3.95)
• BRISTOL: "TNT The Power Within You" ($3.95)
• PEALE, N. Vincent: "The Power Of Positive Thinking" ($2.95)
• CONWELL, Russell: "Acres Of Diamonds" ($1.50)
• HILL, Napolean: "How To Raise Your Own Salary" ($3.95)
• DAILY, Starr: "GOD'S ANSWER TO JUVENILE DELINQUENCY" ($2.50)

The magazine also offers a FREE book catalogue listing over 500 titles on HEALTH, OCCULT, METAPHYSICS, YOGA, SPIRITISM, ROSICRUCIANISM, ASTROLOGY, etc.

Advertisements and Promotions

Several advertisements are present, including:

• James S. Rigberg, Publishers: Located at 1597 Third Avenue & 90th Street, New York 28, New York (Tel. FI-8-6507). They offer a special deal: a FREE plastic book cover with any purchase of $2.00 or more.
• Flying Saucer News Magazine Subscription: The magazine is published monthly and can be subscribed to for $5.00 for 3 years or $2.00 for 1 year. Checks or money orders should be mailed to FLYING SAUCER NEWS at 1597 Third Avenue and 90th Street, New York 28, or by calling Fi-lmore 8-6507.
• Flying Saucer News Club of America: A radio announcement for this club was aired over W.I.N.S. from June 23 through July 23 daily at 1:30 AM. Membership costs $3.50 and offers benefits such as becoming an official observer, receiving the monthly magazine, getting reports on space travel, and interviews with individuals who claim to have been aboard flying saucers. Members also receive a ten percent discount on books.
• Classified Section: This section lists various newsstands, book shops, and candy stores where one can buy "FLYING SAUCER NEWS." Locations are provided for New York City and Philadelphia.
• Farm Fresh Dairy Products / Frosen Foods Groceries: Clover Self Service Market at 1554 Third Avenue (Between 87th & 88th Streets) offers free delivery by calling TR 6-0732.
• Metropolitan She Repair Shop: Located at 1291 Lexington Ave. (87th & 88th), guaranteeing first work.
• Commodore Hand Laundry: Located at 1714 Second Ave & 89th St, with phone number AT 9-6803.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine's primary focus is on flying saucers and UFO phenomena, as evidenced by the extensive book listings and the promotion of the "Flying Saucer News Club of America." The editorial stance appears to be one of promoting interest and engagement with these topics, encouraging readers to become observers and to seek out information through books and the magazine itself. The inclusion of self-help literature suggests a broader interest in personal development and esoteric subjects alongside the ufological content.