Flying Saucers - Vol 02 No 02 - 1954 09

Magazine Overview

Title: FLYING SAUCERS
Issue: VOL.2.NO.2.
Date: SEPTEMBER 1954
Publisher: CSI (Civilian Saucer Investigation)
Country: New Zealand

This issue of "Flying Saucers" presents itself as the official journal of Civilian Saucer Investigation (N.Z.), registered for transmission through the post as a magazine. The cover features a prominent illustration of a flying saucer and the title "FLYING SAUCERS". The headquarters are listed as 1 Nissan Place, Onehunga S.E.5., Auckland, N.Z.

Editorial: A SIGNIFICANT YEAR

The editorial declares 1954 a significant year in the Flying Saucer Drama, noting the increasing volume of convincing evidence and the growing number of top scientists and personalities publicly acknowledging their belief in extraterrestrial craft. The issue highlights an article by Air Chief Marshal Lord Dowding and references Major Donald Keyhoe's book "Flying Saucers From Outer Space", which has been on CSI files since October 1953. The editorial suggests that the US Government, through its Air Force's "Project Bluebook" investigation, has likely uncovered substantial truths about UFOs, though much remains classified as "Top Secret".

The editorial also touches upon peculiar incidents in the United States, including the reported disappearance of individuals involved in early sightings and the disbandment of the "International Flying Saucer Bureau" under Albert K. Bender, following an interview with "three mystery men". Bender reportedly discovered vital information about the saucers but was unable to share it due to the "Top Secret" nature of the US Air Force's findings.

Furthermore, the editorial mentions that following a significant sighting by the crew and 59 passengers of a B.O.A.C. Stratocruiser on June 30th, R.A.F. intelligence people have stated their readiness to believe in the existence of flying saucers. The R.A.A.F. intelligence is reported to have an open mind, focusing on the nature of the visitors rather than their existence. Even Sir Harold Spencer Jones, England's Astronomer Royal, who previously debunked flying saucers, now appears less certain.

Lord Dowding's Belief in Flying Saucers

This section features an article by Air Chief Marshal Lord Dowding, who states his belief in flying saucers, despite never having seen one himself. His conviction is based on cumulative evidence, including over 10,000 reported sightings, the majority of which cannot be explained by conventional means. He cites Major Donald Keyhoe's book as containing the best available evidence, checked by the US Air Force Intelligence. Dowding dismisses the theory that these are new types of aircraft developed by Russia or the US, noting radar tracking of objects at speeds up to 9,000 miles per hour, speeds that would be unsurvivable for human occupants due to heat and acceleration.

Lord Dowding concludes that these objects exist and are not man-made, leading him to accept the theory that they originate from an extra-terrestrial source. He argues against the arrogance of assuming humanity is the most advanced life in the universe, suggesting that other planets could be centuries ahead in scientific development. He poses the principal questions: Where do these objects come from, and what are their motives?

Dowding cautions against assuming all visitors come from the same planet or have similar motives. He suggests some may be here to help humanity evolve, others to observe and prevent self-destructive actions like war. He also warns against opening fire on these objects, stating that such actions could provoke hostility and that the visitors possess the means to defend themselves.

Official Explanation: Mrs. H.A. Goodell Sighting

A brief report details a sighting by Mrs. H.A. Goodell of Los Angeles on July 1st, 1954. She observed a large, silver-surfaced craft, shaped like a huge elongated egg, hovering in the southeast. The craft had two distinct fins and was estimated to be between half and three-quarters of a mile above the ground. When she requested an explanation, she was told it was "something of a highly restricted and classified nature, no comment can be made."

Captain James Howard's Sketch: Of The Seven Weird Objects

This section details a sighting by Captain James Howard, a B.O.A.C. Stratocruiser pilot, and his 59 passengers on June 30th, 1954. While flying at 19,000ft over the Atlantic, approximately 150 miles SW of Goose Bay, Labrador, they observed seven "weird objects" for 18 minutes. The objects flew parallel to their aircraft at a similar altitude. Despite being picked up on US radar, the objects did not return a signal. Captain Howard, a veteran pilot, confirmed the objects appeared real and material, unlike anything seen before. He noted that the large central object changed shape and was accompanied by six smaller ones. The objects emitted no smoke and showed no lights, appearing as black silhouettes. The only plausible explanation considered, and dismissed, was a flock of birds capable of flying at extreme speeds and altitudes.

Captain Howard's report was sent to the Air Ministry in England. A postscript mentions that another Air Company plane passed the same route 25 minutes earlier but spotted nothing. The report also notes that the sighting occurred on the date of the Sun's ellipse, visible in the northern hemisphere. A Norwegian Air Force plane with scientists also reportedly observed strange objects during this time, with photographic evidence, including a colour movie film, being developed in London.

Canada Builds A Flying Saucer Mark II

This article discusses the possibility of the United States Air Force ordering a flying saucer from the Canadian branch of A.V. Roe (Canada) Limited. Officers from the Pentagon have reportedly visited Toronto to discuss the project with designer Mr. John C. M. Frost. Evidence of Russian flying saucer activity, in the form of photographs, has also reached Washington. Mr. Frost's previous design, "Project Y", was horseshoe-shaped. His new design is expected to take off vertically, reach speeds of 1800 mph, have a combat radius of 1500 miles, and be capable of hovering and moving sideways.

President Eisenhower and Field-Marshal Lord Montgomery were reportedly shown a full-scale mockup of Mr. Frost's first flying saucer project in Toronto. Montgomery described it as "Fantastic" and stated that if it flies, "all other aircraft are obsolete". The article also includes a cross-section diagram of a flying saucer's propulsion system, showing air intake, compressor, fuel, combustion chamber, and turbine.

Principle of Flying Saucer Propulsion

This section delves into the theoretical principles behind flying saucer propulsion, referencing French designer Henri Coanda's jet outlet experiments from the 1930s. The concept involves propelling jets of gas downward from vents around the perimeter to reduce atmospheric pressure on top, allowing the machine to rise. The pilot, seated in the center, could control ascent, descent, and directional movement by adjusting the jets. The article suggests that such a craft would not require a runway and could achieve controlled ascent and hover.

Our Comment: UFO Developments

The "Our Comment" section acknowledges the development of saucer-shaped craft in various countries, including prototypes on both sides of the Iron Curtain. It highlights the Canadian project and the claims made in the article as not being an overstatement. The Canadian Electronic Magnetic Research Laboratories' "Project Magnet" is mentioned, focusing on discovering the secret of electromagnetic drive, a propulsion method suspected to be used by mystery craft.

Press Reported Closing of Canada's Saucer Sighting Station

An Ottawa press report dated August 30th states that the Transport Department has closed its flying saucer sighting station at Shirley's Bay, 10 miles northwest of Ottawa. The decision was made because "nothing so far has come out of the station's operations to merit further expenditures of government time on it." The engineer in charge confirmed no sightings had been made since the station was built the previous October.

Our Progress: CSI Meetings and Membership

This section details the progress of the Civilian Saucer Investigation (CSI). The second general meeting was held on September 16th in Little Eden, featuring an address by the President on current developments and aspects of the "Saucer" mystery. The meeting was well-attended, with many new members joining. The meeting was favorably reported by the press, leading to more membership inquiries.

CSI's public membership drive, initiated in May, has resulted in rapid growth, with membership soon expected to reach 100. A list of financial members and their appointments is included in the issue. The next general meeting is scheduled for Thursday evening, October 28th, at Mrs. R. Yates' home in Heme Bay.

The section notes that CSI will soon require a larger venue to accommodate members attending general meetings.

Main Features Stressed and Deliberated on in President's Address (16/9/54)

1. Fourth Flurry of UFOs: The fourth and greatest recorded flurry of Unidentified Flying Objects (UFOs) in Earth's skies is occurring as forecast by CSI and overseas organizations. This peak period closely followed a "Mars Opposition" and has seen numerous observations, bridging a longer period than expected. This forecast is based on recorded evidence and charts formulated since 1947, with the major flurry first noted in 1950 during a "Mars Opposition."
2. Growing Scientific Acceptance: There is strong evidence of increasing acceptance among scientists that "Saucers" are solid, controlled, and piloted craft, likely from extra-terrestrial sources. Scientists conversant with the facts have no doubts.
3. Man-Made Flying Saucers: Man-made "Flying Saucers" using conventional propulsion are likely in prototype and flight test stages on both sides of the Iron Curtain. However, the only commonality with "UFOs" to date is their shape.
4. Earth Skies Host Visitants: Evidence supports the theory that Earth's skies are host to numerous "Visitants" from a universe teeming with life, suggesting Earth may be a point of significant interest in the cosmos at this time.

This issue of "Flying Saucers" magazine, dated September 1954, focuses on recent UFO sightings and alleged landings, with a particular emphasis on international reports. The publication includes news from Canada, Europe, and New Zealand, alongside commentary on the official handling of UFO information and the work of prominent researchers.

Landed in Canada

The lead story details an incident in Garson, Ontario, Canada, on July 2, 1954. Enzio La Sarza, a nickel miner, claimed to have seen three men, approximately 13 feet tall with strange hypnotic eyes, descend from a "space ship." The ship was described as about 25 feet in diameter with two electronic ear-like spurs on its dome, three sets of arms with claws, and six legs. The center was square with a telescopic projection. La Sarza reportedly fainted upon seeing the craft. Official statements from Cpl Cook of the Garson Provincial Police noted La Sarza seemed fine, while Sqdn Ldr King of the RCAF dismissed the report as "fictitious" because it "just didn't corroborate with what it should be," with the latter commenting that the reason for corroboration was "classified" information.

The article also includes a description of a sighting by Rev Cedric Wright in Seighford, England, on June 25, 1954, who described a "great--illuminated crab-like thing with feelers" hovering like a helicopter and emitting a golden light. Another report from London on June 27, 1954, describes an object seen by six people over Regent Park that moved slowly, hovered, and was surrounded by a bright light, at times resembling a bowler hat. It was also reported that the object divided into two equal parts, with two smaller objects emerging from the main body.

Close Approaches

This section details sightings in England. On May 19-20, 1954, two witnesses, Miss Doreen Heffer and Nigel Frapple, claimed to have seen a huge circular flying machine, about 50 feet in diameter, surrounded by a brilliant flame light and a deep red mark. It hovered gently and then moved off at speed with a slight swishing sound. Miss Heffer described it as flame-coloured with a deep red mark and a following light. The object was reported to have moved steadily on an even course at the speed of a transport plane. The RAF Uxbridge Headquarters stated, "We are completely baffled."

Another report from July 1954 over the Bristol Channel describes a saucer-shaped object seen by Mr. E. G Emery. It was in a clear blue sky, appeared red hot and radiating a heat-haze, with a turret on top and two projections similar to wireless aerials. The object was approximately the size of two double-deck buses and aluminium coloured.

Berlin Sightings

This section reports on mysterious appearances in the sky over Berlin, Germany, engaging the attention of Air Technical sections. For several weeks, unidentified objects were seen flying at great height on cloudless nights, exhibiting maneuvers and lightning changes of course at tremendous speeds, leading experts to believe they were not piloted by human agency. Rudolf Hermes, a German flying saucer expert, stated these appearances were identical to flying saucers. His file contained about three hundred eye-witness reports. The sightings began on May 15, 1954, with two amateur astronomers observing three round luminous bodies flying in a zig-zag course. English and American officers were interviewing witnesses, and American technicians were installing additional radar apparatus.

Adamski London Visit Off

This news item reports that the proposed visit of George Adamski to England was postponed until the following year. Adamski had developed chronic chest trouble as a result of his lecture tours in America and Canada, and his doctor advised against travel due to the risk. His co-author, Desmond Leslie, expressed his high regard for Adamski, describing him as sane, balanced, and honest, and stated that Adamski's equipment and negatives were genuine.

They Firmly Claim To Have Examined A Flying Saucer And Spoke To A Martian

This article from Oslo, Norway, dated August 25, 1954, details a claim by two sisters who alleged they met and talked to the pilot of a flying saucer. The pilot was described as a darkish, suntanned man with long hair, dressed in khaki overalls. He communicated through sketches, illustrating planets. The sisters were shown a flying saucer, about 16 feet in diameter, which then took off vertically with a humming sound. The Norwegian police could not find evidence to substantiate the claim, and a cousin suggested the sisters had been reading a book by Leslie and Adamski. However, Norwegian authorities later published an explanation claiming an American pilot, Baily Paurot, had landed in the area in a helicopter and played a prank, which Paurot denied. The police also supported Paurot's denial, stating a helicopter could not have landed in the indicated spot.

Two Little Men In Helmets

This report from Quarouple, France, dated September 13, 1954, describes a claim by Marius Dewilde, a steelworker, who said a flying saucer carrying two little men landed at the bottom of his garden. He found burn marks on the stones. The beings were described as about three feet tall with very wide shoulders, wearing overalls, and encased in enormous helmets. The object itself was described as a circular cake cover, about nine feet high and 15 to 18 feet in diameter, emitting a brilliant green light and black smoke. This is noted as the first report of "Helmets" being worn.

And Still Another Reported Landing

This section includes a report from Paris, France, dated September 24, 1954, where a Rural Guard, M.Louis Moll, claimed to have seen a "Flying Bus" with neon lights descend and land. It seemed to have little black objects moving around inside. The object took off vertically, trailing orange jets, with no sound heard. Other reports from Origny-en-Thierache, Chateauroux, and the Southern Department of Hérault mention sightings of orange discs, luminous machines, and a "flying cigar" towing a fiery red ball. Actress Michelle Morgan also claimed to have seen two flying saucers over Les Invalides in Paris.

I Have Met George Adamski

This article reprints a letter from Desmond Leslie to Capt. E.L.Plunkett regarding his meeting with George Adamski. Leslie describes Adamski as sane, balanced, and honest, and vouches for the genuineness of his equipment. Leslie states that Adamski is not a well man and is burning himself up, with his doctor forbidding him to leave his warm climate. The Albert Hall engagement was cancelled, but a visit to England the following year was considered likely if Adamski could relax.

Radar Follows A Flying Cigar Over Italy

This report from Rome, dated September 19, states that an Italian radar station tracked a cigar-shaped object for 39 minutes. Thousands of Romans reported sighting the object, which flew at 3,600 feet and made great speed before disappearing. The Air Force described it as shaped like a cigar cut in half with a big antenna, trailing smoke.

Flying Cigar Jettisons Five Saucers

This report from Vernon, France, dated August 1954, describes Mr. Bernard Miserey seeing a large cigar-shaped object hovering motionless. From its underside, five smaller objects, described as flying saucers with red centers, dark edges, and a bright halo of light, dropped. These saucers were described as having a red center, dark edges, and a bright halo of light. The spectacle lasted for three quarters of an hour.

Latest News From Frank Edwards

This section features a letter from Frank Edwards, a Washington News Commentator, to Mr. H.H.Fulton of Civilian Saucer Investigation in Auckland, New Zealand. Edwards is described as a determined "Warrior of Saucer Lore." He states that his mail was sometimes opened and manhandled, suspecting his Japanese secretary. He mentions his dismissal from the AFL show due to refusing censorship orders. Edwards considers Donald Keyhoe's reporting on UFOs to be the best to date, coming from Air Force files. He notes newspaper clippings reporting over four thousand sightings in the US and Canada that year.

Flying Saucers From Outer Space (Book Review)

This is a book review by Kenneth McKenney, B.So., of Donald Keyhoe's book "Flying Saucers From Outer Space." The reviewer expresses belief in flying saucers and their extraterrestrial origin, citing 51 official sightings cleared by the US Department of Defense. The review highlights the speed, maneuverability, and propulsion of these objects, suggesting they utilize the Earth's magnetic field. It notes a concentration of sightings over atomic energy research stations and military bases. The review mentions that the US Air Force possesses a film of round white objects taken in Utah, which could not be duplicated and was ruled as genuine. However, a public showing was discarded due to fears of mass hysteria. The review concludes that Keyhoe's book is essential for anyone interested in the mystery.

Extract from C.R.I.F.O. Newsletter

This extract from a CRIFO Newsletter dated September 3, 1954, quotes Major Donald E. Keyhoe. Keyhoe states that the Air Force is increasing surveillance and that a "silence group" is fighting to keep the truth from the public. He mentions that military pilots are silent due to the threat of court-martial if they report UFO encounters. Keyhoe praises CRIFO for its public service in exposing this conspiracy of silence.

New Zealand

This section reports on an occasional UFO sighting in New Zealand. The most outstanding incident was photographs taken by Mr. K.M. Gibbons on September 9, 1954. An earlier report from Dunedin on July 21 describes Mr. Doug Metcalf and a friend spotting an unusual wheel-like object in the sky twice. The object appeared to be approximately 3 inches in diameter with a black hub in the center, and had a glow showing an outside rim-like structure with no apparent connection between the hub and outer rim.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are the increasing frequency of UFO sightings and alleged landings, the mysterious nature of the objects and their occupants, and the perceived cover-up or secrecy by official authorities, particularly the US Air Force. The magazine appears to support the extraterrestrial hypothesis for UFOs and advocates for the release of information to the public, while acknowledging the potential for public panic. The editorial stance is one of investigation and dissemination of witness accounts, often highlighting official skepticism or denial as further evidence of a cover-up. The publication also emphasizes the work of researchers like Donald Keyhoe and George Adamski in bringing these matters to light.

Title: FLYING SAUCERS
Issue: Page (20) - Page (25)
Date: July - September 1954
Publisher: CIVILIAN SAUCER INVESTIGATION (NZ)
Country: New Zealand
Document Type: Magazine Issue

This issue of "Flying Saucers" magazine, published by the Civilian Saucer Investigation (NZ), presents a collection of eyewitness accounts of unidentified flying objects (UFOs) and strange lights reported across New Zealand during the summer of 1954. The magazine also highlights a significant development in the photographic evidence of UFOs and includes an exclusive report on a conversation with a high-ranking Air Force official.

Sightings and Reports

Invercargill, July 28th, 1954 Mr. Authur Laird of Invercargill reported seeing three balls of light or fire travelling together in the western sky between 6:45 and 6:50 AM. He was initially attracted by blue flashes, which he attributed to wildfire, but upon looking up, he observed the formation. He was uncertain of their direction but felt one ball was larger than the others. He lost sight of them a moment later.

Christchurch, July 29th, 1954 Mr. A. N. Shaw of 10 Simeon Street, Christchurch, reported a strange flying object that he believes could be identified as a "Flying Saucer." The object was seen between 8:34 and 8:38 PM, crossing the sky and changing color constantly. It was traveling at approximately 280 knots at an altitude of three thousand feet and was described as oval-shaped and larger than an aircraft. The object circled the city, changing color from silver to red, then blue, then green, before repeating the cycle. Mr. Shaw heard a distinct whirring noise as it passed overhead. After changing direction to the southwest and seeming to circle, the object swung back on its original course to the NNE and disappeared out to sea off Sumner with apparent rapid acceleration. This observation was corroborated by a lady in Burwood who saw a "flying machine" going south along the coast over New Brighton and heard it. Mr. Shaw stated it was not an aircraft of conventional type and was his first such experience.

Auckland, August 1st, 1954 Four people at Musick Point Airadio Station observed a strange brilliant light low on the western horizon. The light changed from silver to orange to red. It was first noticed at 8:45 PM and watched for 20 minutes. The observers promised a full report to CSI, but none was received. The magazine suggests this might have been the planet Venus setting, whose brilliancy low on the horizon can trick observers, with atmospheric effects causing apparent color changes due to light spectrum splitting.

Manurewa (Auckland area), August 24th, 1954 Mr. M.G. Johanson reported witnessing an object approaching at terrific speed from his left at 6:40 PM. He observed three separate lights. The object descended to approximately 500 feet, sped past, and then suddenly climbed at a steeper angle and greater speed. As it began its upward climb, a long orange flame suddenly appeared at the rear, continuing until the object equally suddenly disappeared. The object was flying from East to West and was making a gradual descent when first sighted. Mr. Johanson had the object in sight for only about five seconds. He noted the flame seemed to extinguish long before the object should have been out of sight. As a farmer, he has seen numerous falling stars but never witnessed anything like this.

Dunedin, August 24th, 1954 The Otago Daily Times published details of a cigar-shaped object sighting reported by a patient at Parkside hospital. Three nurses also witnessed the object from the hospital environs. A CSI member and his wife also sighted it. The patient described the object as long and cigar-shaped, like a brightly lit Zeppelin, traveling in a north-easterly direction at considerable speed, remaining visible for only a few minutes. The CSI member and his wife observed a dark, cigar-shaped object with an orange light in the front and a similar one at the rear, the front light being brighter. It was seen at 9:30 PM, directly overhead, traveling NNE and visible for about a minute. The sky was clear and moonless. A low humming sound was imagined. Taieri Air Force base reported no aircraft flying at that time.

Pakowhia, Napier, August 30th, 1954 Mr. N.B. Mackenzie reported sighting a bright silver disc moving WNW from his orchard at Taradale at 2:48 PM. He watched the object, which appeared to be fairly large and clearly outlined, for two minutes until it was obscured by cloud. Its height was difficult to judge, estimated at not less than several thousand feet. He was uncertain if it was a balloon or disc but was certain it was not a hallucination.

Hamilton, August 30th, 1954 Mr. J.E. Stuart and Doreen Wilkinson sighted a cigar-shaped object in the south-western sky at 7:20 PM. It appeared to be a solid body, colored orange-red, with a length of approximately five inches. After observing for five minutes, the stationary object faded from view. No movement or sound was heard or witnessed.

Rotorua, September 3rd, 1954 The Rotorua "POST" received numerous calls from citizens reporting the early morning appearance of high vapour trails forming and spreading from a bright object near the weather moon. Some trails were described as "hurtling across the heavens at great speed." The phenomena was attributed to high-flying Beachcraft aircraft on an aerial mapping mission, and the bright object near the moon was identified as a star. However, the magazine notes room for doubt.

Napier, September 5th, 1954 Several residents of Esk Valley reported a bright white light in the south-west sky over the last two nights, appearing between 9:15 and 9:20 PM. Initially thought to be a car headlight, it was later observed that a section of the sky was clearly visible between the hills and the light. A further watch was planned.

Our First Photos

Nelson, September 9th, 1954 This section highlights photographs taken by Mr. K.M. Gibbons of Blenheim, who was holidaying in Nelson. These are presented as potentially the first photographic evidence of "Unidentified Flying Objects" gained in New Zealand. The photos were examined by Mr. Ellis Dudgeon, A.R.P.S. T.R.S.A., an Emerson Hedallist and Nelson member of CSI, who declared them "absolutely genuine." Mr. J. Fletcher, the Nelson Rep., and Mr. Dudgeon conducted the investigation and facilitated the prompt dispatch of evidence and enlarged prints to CSI.

Mr. Gibbons obtained the photos at 2:20 AM on September 9th. After lying awake, he went to the kitchen for water and noticed unusual lights. Within two minutes, he was certain they were real. He quickly got his camera, a 35mm Canon Miniature with a telephoto lens, and snapped the first photo of three disc-like objects. These discs were tilted towards the observer, hovering in a close line formation approximately one-quarter of a mile distant at an estimated height of 300 to 400 feet. A blueish-white illumination surrounded their dark centers, clearly outlining the 'inverted saucer' or 'convex top-surface' form. The outer two discs wobbled like spinning tops and suddenly shot upwards at terrific speed to disappear. The center disc then brightened considerably, and Mr. Gibbons managed a more distinct photograph. This disc also began to wobble, turned flat, and just prior to departure, another photo was taken showing its movement. Mr. Gibbons took one more photo as the disc began to rise vertically, but less rapidly than the first pair. The first two had left so suddenly that acceleration was not discernible, with only two white streaks indicating their upward path. The objects were in view for five minutes.

Mr. Gibbons observed the objects from his parents' home at Atawhai, over the mudflats in a moon-lit sky, well below a patchy cloud base. It was later discovered that another man, Mr. Alex Ingram, living about five miles away in Tahunanui, had also noticed strange light reflections from a louvre-glassed window in his bedroom around the same time and night. His investigation revealed three illuminated moon-like objects hovering in a "V" formation over the mudflats. He had explained his experience to a friend before reading of Mr. Gibbons' experience.

Dobson Valley, September 10th, 1954 Twenty-one hours later, at 11:20 PM on the same date, Mr. G. Young, living at Dobson Valley, witnessed a startling sight. On going out to his front gate on a clear moon-lit night, he saw five illuminated discs in the direction of the mudflats. Three were in a close line formation at a 45-degree elevation in the northwest sky, and two were at a higher station to the left. Mr. Young's description of the objects and their flight characteristics—wobbling, departure, etc.—agreed almost completely with Mr. Gibbons' observation. Mr. Young noted that the discs glowed with a pinkish-orange hue, brightening to a red-hot glare just before they shot up at terrific speed. Mr. Young also noted the behavior of his young terrier, which howled with apparent anguish from its kennel, indicating the discs were in the animal's line of vision. This reminded him of the animal's similar behavior earlier that day, around the time Mr. Gibbons was trying to obtain evidence of his experience.

The issue includes a sketched copy of Mr. Gibbons' second photo, showing one of the objects. It also lists descriptions for four photos: Photo No. (I) shows three objects in line formation; Photo (2) shows the object on the left; Photo (3) shows the wobbling motion of a disc; and Photo (4) shows an ascending whitish blur of little value as proof.

Dunedin, September 15th, 1954 A city woman claims that while walking along Allandale Road, St. Clair, at 8:35 PM on Wednesday night, she saw a blue object above her head. After studying it for about 20 seconds, she realized it was not a star. It then moved away southwards at great speed and disappeared behind St. Clair cliffs in about 40 seconds. The woman described the object as a "brilliant blue object," more globe-shaped than saucer-shaped, and definitely not flat. It was smaller than an aeroplane but moved much faster.

Taupiri, September 6th, 1954 Mr. A.B. Jones reported to CSI that he saw a high vapour trail forming and crossing the sky from NNW to NE, but no object or sound could be seen or heard.

Wellington, September 22nd, 1954 A Wadestown man reported seeing a large moon-size meteor traveling north at 7:35 PM. According to reports received, the meteor was pale green and left a trail. The Director of the Carter Observatory, Mr. I.L. Thomson, stated it was a big fireball and likely over the sea, though it seemed to be over the Karori hills. Mr. Thomson considered the man a reliable observer, otherwise, he would have reported a flying saucer. The editor recalls reading early astronomical data suggesting observers who reported meteor-like phenomena as solid matter were considered unreliable.

Organization and Membership

The magazine includes a page detailing the "CIVILIAN SAUCER INVESTIGATION (NZ)" organization, established on October 12th, 1952, with public membership invited on May 6th, 1954. It lists the President (H.H. Fulton), Asst. Sec. (Mrs. J. Yeldon), Temp. Treasurer (H.H. Fulton), and Committee members, mostly from Auckland. Representatives are listed for Australia, Tasmania, the U.S.A., and various New Zealand locations. A long list of "Observers" from across New Zealand is also provided. Membership inquiries should be addressed to the Asst. Sec. at I Nissan Place, Onehunga, S.E.5, Auckland. The magazine costs 7/- per four issues. The President requests clippings or particulars of sightings.

Exclusive Report: Lt. Colonel John O'Nara

A "STOP PRESS" section features a letter and the October Newsletter from Mr. Leonard H. Stringfield, editor of C.R.I.F.O. NEWSLETTER. Mr. Stringfield has granted permission to quote his newsletter. The front page news is deemed significant enough to be passed on to readers. An article by the Astronomer Royal is mentioned for a future issue.

The exclusive report details a "PRIVATE TALK WITH LT. COLONEL JOHN O'NARA, DEPUTY COMMANDER, INTELLIGENCE," who confirms the existence of "FLYING SAUCERS" and suggests "TRUTH MAY BE BARED SOON AS 'TECHNICAL DATA' REACHES THE AIR FORCE." The article states that the "Silence" group, a faction within the Air Force that previously suppressed information, has lost its influence. Stimulated by recent events, a "triumphant fearless-faction" of the Air Force will now inform the public. Col. O'Mara stated, "we want to cooperate and dispense with the misconception that 'Flying Saucers' do not exist."

Col. O'Mara confirmed that "Flying saucers 'do exist'" and that past contradictions were unfortunate. He identified three breakdowns: (1) the controlled "saucer" from outer space, (2) a secret American saucer-like device, and (3) unexplained natural phenomena. When asked about American devices, he replied, "Definitely not! Something does exist," contradicting previous Air Force statements. He intimated that the Air Force plans to cooperate with the public, and a statement from the Defense Department will explain past contradictions and release details of sightings, including the reported 700 sightings a week.

Col. O'Mara and the interviewer discussed sensitive issues, including saucer hostility, mysterious plane crashes, and the Atlantic problem. Regarding the CRIFO Newsletter, the Colonel stated it was "in the right direction."

He also discussed Earth Satellites, stating he had not received word they were "rocks" and that scientists at White Sands were working hard. Regarding the silent "Hars Committee," he explained that astronomers had not issued a report due to disagreement about their findings.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring theme throughout this issue is the presentation of empirical evidence and eyewitness testimony regarding UFO sightings in New Zealand. The magazine actively collects and publishes these reports, aiming to document and investigate phenomena that challenge conventional explanations. The inclusion of photographic evidence and expert analysis lends credibility to the reported sightings. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry and a belief that the public deserves to be informed about these events, as evidenced by the exclusive interview with Lt. Colonel John O'Nara, which suggests a shift towards greater transparency from official sources regarding UFOs.