Flying Saucer News - 1956 01 - January

Magazine Overview

Title: Flying Saucer NEWS
Issue: Vol. 9 No. 9
Date: January 1956
Price: 25 CENTS
Publisher: James S. Rigberg

This issue of Flying Saucer NEWS, dated January 1956, focuses on the ongoing fascination with flying saucers, featuring reader-submitted sightings, reports from research groups, and a comprehensive book exchange. The cover prominently asks, "Who Believes In Flying Saucers?"

Editorial and Subscription Changes

The editorial section announces an increase in the subscription rate to $2.50 per year, effective with the January 1956 issue. This change is intended to attract more people to the flying saucer movement and to bolster the "FLYING SAUCER NEWS CUB OF AMERICA." Membership in this club now costs $2.00 per year and includes a free subscription to the magazine, a 15% discount on book purchases (including those on flying saucers, Yoga, Health, Cook books, and Astrology), and open membership to all interested individuals regardless of age. The organization claims to have members worldwide and embraces both practical and occult viewpoints.

Meetings and Events

The magazine lists several ongoing meetings and events for UFO enthusiasts:

• The Cosmic Circle of Fellowship presents William Ferguson nightly at 8 P.M. in the La Salle Hotel, Chicago, Illinois, discussing flying saucer reports and messages from outer space.
• The Flying Saucer News Club of America is seeking a low-rent store in the Times Square area of New York City.
• Paradise Space-Craft Research Group holds weekly meetings at the home of Mrs. Evah Edwards in Paradise, California, every Wednesday evening at 7:30 P.M.
• Dr. Gilbert N. Holloway, a speaker on Metaphysics and Flying Saucers, is scheduled to speak at Steinway Hall in New York City on January 1st and 8th, 1956, at 7:30 P.M. He also lectures on Metaphysics every Sunday at 7:45 A.M. on W.I.N.S. 1010.
• The Fellowship of Golden Illumination in Los Angeles, California, will hold meetings by special invitation only.
• Waukegan Contact Group meets every third week at 2135 Hyde Park, Waukegan, Illinois.

Sightings and Reports

The "SIGHTINGS" section details several reported encounters:

• Eugene H. Drake, Director of the Fellowship of Golden Illumination, reports taking pictures on Mount Shasta that show several space craft.
• Pal & Dixie Garrett of Paradise, California, reported seeing up to six sightings in one evening, describing a brilliant, dazzling ball-of-white light that spread out into various colors.
• Mrs. Casterline of Paradise, California, witnessed a bright, round disk-like object near her home, which convinced her of the reality of saucers.
• Mrs. B. Still and her daughters in Baltimore, Maryland, reported seeing saucers from their yard.
• A "FLASH" report from December 27th, 1955, describes a dull yet bright round object traveling slowly and then fading out, observed on Gates Ave. and Myrtle.
• An anonymous correspondent in New York City described a short-built lady with sharp features and a tall man with unusual features, who spoke a foreign language and purchased books, leading the observer to believe they were "out-of-this-world."

Book Exchange and New Books

A substantial portion of the magazine is dedicated to a "BOOK EXCHANGE" listing numerous titles related to flying saucers, space travel, and esoteric subjects, with prices indicated. Several new books are also highlighted:

• Gray Barker, editor of The Saucerian, is writing a flying saucer book expected to be published in the spring for approximately $3.50.
• Ruppelt, former head of Project Blue Book, has a book forthcoming that will focus on the technical aspects of the subject.
• Frank Scully, author of "Behind The Flying Saucers," received a write-up in the Saturday Review on December 17th, 1955, though the article reportedly criticized his work.
• George W. Van Tassel has a new book titled "Into This World and Out Again," which the magazine plans to stock.

Other Content

• Mike Cordaro is exhibiting his paintings of flying saucers at the Rigberg Book Shop in New York City.
• Maj. Donald E. Keyhoe urged listeners on the radio to contact their Senators and Congressmen to pressure the Air Force into releasing information about saucers.
• The Saturday Evening Post has interviewed the magazine's editor and James Moseley.
• A section titled "ALTER IN THE WILDERNESS INCENSE" promotes incense products.
• The "QUESTIONS WE ALL ASK" section addresses inquiries about inhabited planets, the purpose of flying saucers (to observe and assist), and their duration of observation (thousands of years).

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently promotes the study of flying saucers and related phenomena, encouraging reader participation through submitting sightings and joining the "FLYING SAUCER NEWS CUB OF AMERICA." There is a clear interest in extraterrestrial contact, cosmic messages, and the intersection of UFOs with occult and metaphysical subjects. The editorial stance is enthusiastic and supportive of the flying saucer movement, actively seeking to expand its reach and membership. The publication also serves as a marketplace for books and information related to the topic.

This document appears to be a section of a magazine, likely focused on UFOs and related topics, given the title "SPACESHIPS and ANGELES (continued)" and the presence of a "FLYING SAUCER NEWS" advertisement. The content includes a continuation of an article, a section on prophecy, and various advertisements.

"SPACESHIPS and ANGELES (continued)"

Authored by F. M. "Ron" Castator, this section of the article posits a future where humanity is no longer restricted to a specific area and physical lifetimes will be spent "the Right way" according to God's rule and love. It suggests a shift away from a "materialistic state" towards a higher frequency, leading to Earth becoming "less dense, more realistic." Eventually, the Earth is predicted to disintegrate as Etheric beings will no longer require a physical world. The article also foresees a radical transformation of the educational system, moving from "cold, materialistic places" to environments filled with love, compassion, and wisdom, where children are instructed in recognizing their "Father" and learning from the "infinite creater." This new era is referred to as the "New World," "New Golden Era," "Aquarian Age," or "New Cosmic Realization Age," all of which are equated with "Heaven."

PROPHECY

This section presents a poem reflecting on past prophecies and their fulfillment. It mentions "seers who lived long years ago," specifically naming "Brave Daniel, David, and St. John," who are described as "God-led, God-controlled." The poem suggests these figures "reasoned out each where and why" and were guided by God's hand to prophesy "things to come" so that "all could understand." The poem then shifts to a present perspective, observing "gigantic strides" and predicting that "Men's thoughts will turn harmonious, And happiness they'll find."

AT CHRISTMASTIME

Following the "PROPHECY" section, there is a poem titled "AT CHRISTMASTIME." This poem connects the spirit of Christmas to everyday life, stating that "Christmastime good cheer" is "in the air" and that "Christmas gifts are sent" for others to share happiness. It encourages readers to "Seek goodness in all men" to realize that "Christmastime is every day." The poem concludes with the sentiment that "NOW is the time to sow The friendship seed."

BOOK EXCHANGE

This section lists various books available for exchange, along with their authors and prices. Titles include "Telepathy" by Alice Bailey ($2.50), "How To Read Peoples Minds" by H. J. Bullington ($0.50), "The Astral Plane" by G. W. Leadbeater ($1.25), "Our Story Of Atlantis" by W. P. P. Philon ($2.00), "Atlantis To The Latter Days" by H. S. Stevens-Randall ($3.50), "A Message To The Gods" by I. Kellerman Reed ($2.75), and "Atlantis Rising" by Daphne Vigees ($3.00). It also lists "The Magic Of Believing" by Claude M. Bristol ($3.95), "TNT The Power Within You" by Bristol ($3.95), "The Power Of Positive Thinking" by N. Vincent Peale ($2.95), and "Acres Of Diamonds" by Russell Conwell ($1.50). Finally, "How To Raise Your Own Salary" by Napoleon Hill is listed for $3.95, and "GOD'S ANSWER TO JUVENILE DELINQUENCY" by Starr Daily for $2.50. The section notes that the listed books are best sellers and sometimes take weeks for reprinting.

CLASSIFIED SECTION

This extensive section contains numerous advertisements, primarily for businesses related to newsstands, bookshops, and general retail. It includes listings for "WHERE YOU CAN BUY YOUR FLYING SAUCER NEWS," with several addresses in New York City, such as Publishers Outlet Co., Newstands at various corners, Kashdin Co. Newsstand, Esther Book Shop, and others. There are also listings for the Philadelphia area, including Bookezine Shop and Elster News Agency. Additional advertisements include a "METROPOLITAN SHE REPAIR SHOP," "COMMODORE HAND LAUNDRY," and a "COURT FOOD SHOP." A general advertisement offers a "FREE listing to all our Distributors."

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this document are spiritual evolution, prophecy, and the concept of a new age or higher consciousness, as exemplified by the "SPACESHIPS and ANGELES" article and the "PROPHECY" section. The presence of "Christmastime" as a metaphor for everyday happiness suggests a positive and hopeful outlook. The extensive classified section indicates a community or readership interested in niche publications like "FLYING SAUCER NEWS," with a diverse range of businesses catering to them. The editorial stance appears to be one that embraces spiritual and potentially esoteric concepts, while also serving as a platform for community engagement through advertisements and book exchanges.