Flying Saucer News - 1965 01 - January

Magazine Overview

Title: FLYING SAUCER NEWS
Issue: Vol. XXVI, No. 6
Date: January 1965
Price: 25¢
Publisher: James S. Rigberg

This issue of Flying Saucer News delves into the intriguing possibility of extraterrestrial contact, explores the mysteries of the Abominable Snowman, and offers a wide array of occult and paranormal content.

Cover Story: Creatures on Moon & Mars Try Contact With Earth

The cover boldly proclaims that creatures from the Moon and Mars are attempting to contact Earth, with the 'Informer' offering proof. Science Editor Bert Groth, writing for the National Informer on March 8, 1964, presents observations of flashing lights on the Moon and flares on Mars. He discusses a young couple's report of being pursued by a mysterious light, which the Air Force attributed to Jupiter. However, Groth questions this explanation, citing the planet's distance and its alleged effect on car radios and headlights. The article also details astronomical observations of flashing lights on the Moon in 1956 and activity on Mars in 1954 and 1955, suggesting these could be evidence of signaling or attempts to communicate. A particularly startling observation from September 8, 1956, describes an unidentified object near Mars, leading Groth to conclude that there are non-natural objects in our solar system, possibly alien craft.

Feature: Abominable Snowmen: Legend Come to Life

Ivan T. Sanderson, F.L.S., F.R.G.S., F.Z.S., presents a compelling case for the existence of Abominable Snowmen, or 'Sub-Humans,' on five continents. The book, illustrated and covering the period from the Early Ice Age until today, suggests that not one, but possibly four kinds of these creatures exist. Sanderson, a world-famous zoologist and writer with degrees from Cambridge University, draws on 30 years of research. He posits that these beings inhabit remote areas like the Himalayas and Tibet, but could also be found in places like Northern California. The article touches upon the scientific community's reluctance to acknowledge the phenomenon and the author's unique qualifications to investigate it. Sanderson has led scientific expeditions and has a background in botany, zoology, geology, anatomy, and physical anthropology.

Occult and Mystical Offerings

The magazine features an extensive 'Rare Book Bargains' section, offering a wide selection of titles related to the occult, magic, mysticism, and spiritualism. These include:

• Ancient Texts: 'Book of the Dead' (translated by E. A. Wallis Budge), 'Osiris: The Egyptian Religion of Resurrection' (by E. A. Wallis Budge), 'The Holy Kabbalah' (by A. E. Waite), and 'An Encyclopaedia of Occultism' (by Lewis Spence).
• Magic and Rituals: 'Oriental Magic' (by Sayed Idries Shah), 'The Book of Ceremonial Magic' (by A. E. Waite), and 'Ammulets and Talismans' (by Sir Wallis Budge).
• Psychic and Spiritual Development: 'Magic and Mystery in Tibet' (by Madame Alexandra David-Neel), 'Initiations and Tibet' (by Alexandra David-Neel), 'Your Horoscope and Your Dreams' (by Ned Ballantyne and Stella Coeli), 'Many Mansions' (by Gina Cerminara), 'The Great Book of Magical Art, Hindoo Magic and Indian Occultism' (by L. W. de Laurence), 'The Projection of the Astral Body' (by Sylvan Muldoon and Hereward Carrington), 'The Cat in the Mysteries of Magic and Religion' (by M. Oldfield Howey), and 'The Encircled Serpent' (by M. Oldfield Howey).
• Life After Death and Reincarnation: 'You Live After Death' (by Harold Sherman), 'World Within' (by Gina Corminara).
• Mind Power and Success: 'Secrets of Mind Power' (by Harry Lorayne), 'The Knack of Using Your Subconscious Mind' (by John K. Williams), 'The Master Key' (by L. W. de Laurence).
• Esoteric Philosophy: 'A Dweller on Two Planets' (by F. S. Oliver), 'The Books of Charles Fort' (compiled by Tiffany Thayer).
• Other Titles: 'Stranger Than Science' and 'Strange People' (by Frank Edwards), 'History of Magic' (by Eliphas Levi), 'The Invisible Influence' (by Dr. Alexander Cannon), and 'Aquarian Gospel of Jesus the Christ' (by Levi).

Additionally, the magazine offers 'Crystal Balls' for sale, described as powerful mediums for astral vision.

'I Talk With Space People' by Bob Renaud

Bob Renaud shares his extraordinary experiences of communicating with and meeting people from other planets via shortwave radio. He claims to have ridden in their spaceships and taken pictures of their craft, learning about gravity, magnetics, education, economics, and intergalactic government. This series begins in issue No. 18 of 'UFO INTERNATIONAL'.

Park East Shop Caters to Flying Saucer Fans

This article by Karla Davis profiles James S. Rigberg, the editor and publisher of Flying Saucer News, and his bookstore at 119 East 90th Street. Rigberg, a 50-year-old editor, is described as a major distributor of books on flying saucers, offering over 100 titles. He has authored several books on the subject himself, drawing from ancient texts and his own experiences. The magazine 'Flying Saucer News,' a 32-page offset publication, reprints newspaper stories about Unidentified Flying Objects. Rigberg recounts his own sighting of a 'dark, round disk-shaped object' and mentions other notable figures in the UFO community, such as Dr. Frank Stranges and George Adamski. The article also notes the shop's offerings of occult books, 'essential oils,' and 'Sacred Tibetan Rosebuds.'

'The Pilot and the Saucers' Poem

A poem by Alice Dietrich titled 'The Pilot and the Saucers' describes a pilot's encounter with a flying saucer, emphasizing the mystery and speed of the object.

'Out of the Blue' Photo Series

This section features a series of photographs by John I. Norkin, taken on March 12, 1960, at Desert Hot Springs, California. The photos illustrate the materialization and dematerialization of 'saucers' in a matter of minutes. The captions describe how the objects appear solid, then almost vanish, and how some generate vapor trails. The series also notes the presence of bright white lights and cloud manipulations, suggesting intelligent operation from 'out of the blue.'

Late News Flashes

This section provides brief news items from various locations:

• Handwriting Analysis: Now electronically processed by Univac, with readings available in Greenwich Village, NYC.
• New Wonder Drug: DSMO (Dimethyl Sulfoxide), discovered by Dr. W. Jocobs, is colorless, reduces pain and swelling, and is not yet on the market.
• Ancient Book Found: An 800-year-old book, the oldest known copy of the Koran, was found near Cairo, Egypt.
• Billy Goat Gives Milk: A billy goat in Moscow, Russia, gave milk and birth to several offspring.
• Cleveland Flying Saucer Convention: Held June 20-21, 1964, with over 500 attendees.
• Buck Nelson's Convention: Held in Mountainview, Missouri, in Summer 1964, attended by about 185 people.
• Fort Eustis, Virginia: On May 16, 1964 (Armed Forces Day), the Army and Air Force revealed a $20,000,000 project for a VTOL flying saucer that failed, with the claim that no machine can duplicate a real flying saucer.
• Space Station Card: A new greeting card creation by Hallmark, selling for $1.00.
• U.F.O. SUPPRESSED: A group plans to attempt to down a UFO with a rocket in the summer of 1965.

Letters to the Editor

This section includes correspondence from readers:

• Albert Roy Davis of Green Cove Springs, Florida, reports an incident in Jacksonville, Florida, in November 1963, where citizens were alarmed by unexplained lights and white objects in the sky.
• Mr. Albert Onori of Newark, New Jersey, is seeking correspondence with persons having UFO photo libraries.
• Mike Paccione, President of the Junior Flying Saucer Club of America, has shared UFO pictures and invites interested young people to contact him.
• Richard V. Clark of Fort Lauderdale, Florida, wishes to form a UFO club and requests suggestions, offering to advertise in the magazine.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are the potential for extraterrestrial contact, the investigation of unexplained aerial phenomena (UFOs), and the exploration of occult and mystical subjects. The magazine consistently promotes the idea that UFOs are real and not fully explained by official sources, encouraging readers to investigate and share their own sightings and experiences. There is a strong emphasis on the availability of books and resources related to these topics, positioning 'Flying Saucer News' as a central hub for enthusiasts. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry and a belief in phenomena beyond conventional scientific understanding, encouraging a critical examination of official explanations and promoting alternative perspectives.

This issue of "OUT OF THE BLUE" magazine, dated August 1964, is published by Flying Saucer News and focuses on unidentified flying objects (UFOs) and related phenomena. The cover features the title "OUT OF THE BLUE" and a grid of 16 photographs, possibly of clouds or atmospheric events, taken in Desert Hot Springs, California, on March 12, 1960.

Key Articles and Reports

Flying Saucer Photographed Near Albuquerque

This section presents a series of seven color photographs, reproduced in black and white, taken near Albuquerque, New Mexico, on June 16, 1963. Mr. A. A. Villa, Jr. claims he met nine alien beings (five women and four men) ranging from 7 to 9 feet tall, with various hair colors, who said they were from the galaxy of Coma Berenices. They disembarked from a landed spacecraft through a hermetically sealed door. Mr. Villa states he has had prior and subsequent telepathic contact with these beings and hopes to release more photographs and accounts. The article asserts that these spacecraft are tangible hardware, not illusions, demonstrating superior technology.

Celestial Deva Converses with Gautama Buddha

This piece presents a dialogue between a celestial Deva (alien creature) and Gautama Buddha, framed as an account from "Buddhist Philosophy of Life." The Deva asks questions about the sharpest sword, deadliest poison, fiercest fire, and darkest night, to which Buddha replies with concepts like spoken anger, greed, passion, and ignorance. The dialogue continues with questions about gain, loss, armor, weapons, thieves, treasures, and rewards, with Buddha emphasizing helping others, patience, and wisdom. The article suggests that aliens were interested in earthlings' mental progress 2460 years ago and questions what they might think of modern-day stockpiles of bombs.

The U.F.O. That Changed My Life: Testimony by Leo V. Bartsch

Leo V. Bartsch shares his personal testimony, first published in 1961 and revised in 1964. He describes an experience on September 27, 1959, where his paralyzed left arm was healed instantly, and hate was removed from him, accompanied by a feeling of weightlessness. He attributes this to God's intervention, contrasting it with his previous twenty years of being "hopelessly in the grip of bad habits." He recounts how his experience was reported in the local newspaper and how he later became involved with UFO groups. Bartsch also mentions a newspaper report from November 9, 1959, about a "hopeless cancer case" recovery, which he believes is another example of divine intervention.

Will Astronauts And Chicks Enjoy Life On Planet Mars?

This article discusses the possibility of human habitation on Mars. It quotes Dr. Joshua Lederberg and Dr. Elliott Levinthal from Stanford University regarding the potential for life on Mars and the challenges of space exploration. The article outlines NASA's plans for missions to Mars, including the Mariner and Voyager programs, and mentions preliminary designs for spacecraft capable of returning men from Mars. It also touches upon travel times to other planets like Jupiter and Pluto, and the scientific efforts to create artificial gravity for space living.

Reports of Unidentified Flying Objects

This section compiles several brief reports of UFO sightings:

• Oyster Bay, New York (Late 1960): The author, John Prytz, reports seeing three luminous orange-red disks passing over Long Island Sound, followed by two more objects.
• Oyster Bay, New York (Date not specified): Mr. Donald Luckenbill reported seeing a white point of light that traveled in a "multitudinous direction," hovered, and then zoomed off at rocket speed.
• Oyster Bay, New York (Date not specified): A friend of John Prytz saw six round red objects traveling faster than a jet. Afterward, a block of ice mysteriously crumbled in winter, despite the cold temperature.
• Alagoas, Brazil (June 18, 1964): Many people, including Walter Sa Cardoso and his family, witnessed a pulsating light in the sky near the constellation Scorpion.
• West Palm Beach, Florida: A reader mentions that her sister-in-law took color pictures in Arizona that, when developed, appeared to show space vehicles flying at rapid speed.
• Palermo, Italy (May 24, 1964): A flying saucer was reportedly seen flying over the city, according to news commentator Lowell Thomas.
• Socorro, New Mexico (April 25, 1964): Police officer Lonnie Zamoro reported an object with four legs that was round, scorched grass, and left four strange markings in the ground. White Sands Missile Range officials admitted the markings and burned grass.
• Sayre, Pennsylvania (July 30, 1964): Mrs. Clyde Eddinger reported seeing a flying object that appeared to be a mass of red lights.

Letters to the Editor and Advertisements

The magazine includes letters from readers, such as John Signorelli, who comments on the magazine's content and blurriness of some articles, and Walter Sa Cardoso, who inquires about sending Brazilian stamps for payment. Edwin L. Brooks, a subscriber and contributor, is mentioned as recovering from a heart attack. There are also advertisements for books on flying saucers, including titles by George Adamski, Gray Barker, and others, as well as services like horoscope preparation and classified ads for various items.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are UFO sightings, alleged alien encounters, and the intersection of these phenomena with spiritual experiences and divine intervention. The editorial stance appears to be one that takes UFO reports seriously, presenting them as evidence of advanced technology and potentially extraterrestrial origins. There is a strong undercurrent of religious or spiritual interpretation, with some articles suggesting that UFOs are part of God's plan or that divine power is involved in these events. The magazine also promotes the idea that understanding UFOs can lead to spiritual enlightenment and peace of mind. The publication actively solicits reader contributions and promotes related literature and services.

Title: FLYING SAUCER NEWS
Issue: 47
Volume: 4
Date: Undetermined, but context suggests mid-20th century.
Publisher: FLYING SAUCER NEWS
Country: USA
Language: English

This issue of FLYING SAUCER NEWS presents a comprehensive catalog of books related to flying saucers, UFOs, ESP, and occult phenomena, alongside promotional material for the publication itself and associated merchandise.

Book Lists and Catalog

The majority of the content is dedicated to extensive lists of books available for purchase, categorized by subject. These include:

• Flying Saucer and UFO Books: A vast array of titles covering various aspects of the UFO phenomenon, such as "The White Sands Incident," "Coming Of The Space Ships," "My Trip To Mars," "Description Of Rainbow City," "The Earthborn Venusian," "Keys To The Citadel Of Space," "Flying Saucers Top Secret," "Great Flying Saucer Hoax," "Canadian Flying Saucers," and "The Truth About Flying Saucers." Prices range from $1.00 to $7.50.
• Books by Specific Authors: Several authors are highlighted with their works, including Charles Fort ("The Books Of Charles Fort," "Book Of The Damned"), Frank Edwards ("Strange People," "Stranger Than Science"), Michael, X ("Venusian Secret Science"), George VanTassel ("Into This World And Out Again"), and George Williamson ("U. F. O. Confidential").
• Occult, ESP, and Telepathy Books: A significant section is dedicated to books on mental telepathy, mind reading, thought transference, and other psychic phenomena. Titles include "Venusian Health Magic," "Secrets Of Higher Contact," "The Roth Memory Course," "Thought Transference," and "Mental Telepathy."
• Special Editions and Foreign Language Books: The catalog also features special editions like "Oahspe (Special Edition)" and books in Spanish, such as "Platos Vo la dores De Otros Mundos" and "El Casodelos Ovnis."

Membership and Price Policy

The magazine announces a "NEW PRICE POLICY" and invites readers to join "The Flying Saucer News Club of America." The membership dues are set at 50 cents per year. Benefits of membership include a free subscription to Flying Saucer News (published twice a year, with a readership of over 5,000) and a 15% discount on books purchased from the publication. The cover headline "SMASHING THE PRICE BARRIER..." emphasizes these offers.

Merchandise and Special Offers

Beyond books, the publication promotes "Fantasy Line" products, including Oriental Perfume Oils with various fragrances like "Queen of the Nile," "Black Tulip," and "Sandalwood," available in 1-dram ($1) and 2-dram ($2) sizes. They also offer an "IDOL OF THE SUN," described as a carved semi-precious stone idol for luck and prosperity, priced at $2. A "JEWEL COLORED PENDULUM" is also advertised for $1.10, complete with a chart and suggested instructions.

Editorial and Contact Information

The publication's address is listed as 119 East 96th Street, New York 28, N. Y. A "CONTENTS-MERCHANDISE" section provides mailing instructions, including a note to the Postmaster regarding postal inspection and a guarantee of return postage. The publication also includes a note encouraging readers to contact them if they wish to sell their books.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are overwhelmingly focused on the burgeoning field of UFOlogy and related paranormal subjects, including ESP and occult practices. The editorial stance appears to be that of a disseminator of information and a vendor of related literature and curiosities, actively promoting engagement with these topics through book sales and club membership. The emphasis on price reduction and "free" offers suggests a strategy to build readership and sales in a competitive market for such specialized content.