Flying Saucers - Vol 02 No 04 - 1955 03

Magazine Overview

Title: FLYING SAUCERS
Issue: VOL.2 NO.4 ISSUE 8
Date: MARCH 1955
Publisher: CIVILIAN SAUCER INVESTIGATION - (NZ)
Country: New Zealand
Price: 2/6

This issue of 'Flying Saucers' magazine, the official quarterly journal of the Civilian Saucer Investigation - (NZ), presents a blend of theoretical speculation, eyewitness accounts, and investigative reporting on the phenomenon of unidentified flying objects.

Public Presentation in Auckland

The magazine details a highly successful public meeting held by CSI (NZ) in Auckland on April 18th. The event, attended by approximately 300 people, featured a sound system, tape recordings, and a panel of four experts. A key highlight was the presentation of a disc recording from an interview with three Top Dressing Pilots who witnessed 15 'Unidentified Flying Objects' in daylight on May 24, 1954. Additionally, a 20-minute tape-recorded address by George Adamski, recently received from the USA, was played. The meeting concluded with a 30-minute question and answer session with the expert panel. The audience was described as attentive, interested, and enthusiastic, with many spontaneously sharing their own convictions and sightings. The event received favorable coverage in the 'N.Z. Herald' and was slated for a feature in 'N.Z. Pictorial'. A public display of CSI evidence, books, and articles was also held at the Bank of New Zealand.

'Vikings from Distant Worlds' by Prof. Hermann Oberth

Professor Hermann Oberth, an internationally recognized authority on guided missiles and space, presents his thesis that flying saucers are real spacecraft from another solar system. He theorizes that these craft are manned by intelligent observers, whom he dubs 'Uranides,' who have been investigating Earth for centuries, focusing on men, animals, vegetation, and more recently, atomic centers. Oberth dismisses theories of self-hypnosis, optical illusions, or mass hallucination, and refutes claims that the US Airforce fabricated the 'saucer bluff' for funding. He notes that radar has confirmed the phenomena and that experienced pilots can distinguish them from optical illusions. He also dismisses the idea that saucers are secret American or Russian missiles, citing their silent flight. Oberth concludes that the numerous sightings between 1946 and 1954 confirm the existence of 'Unidentified Flying Objects' as real visitors from outer space.

Oberth further elaborates that these visitors are likely from a planet orbiting a different sun, as planets within our own solar system (including Mars) are not suitable for such advanced life. He suggests that while these beings might come from an atmosphere vastly different from ours, they possess the theoretical capability for highly advanced civilization. He traces historical sightings back to 1731, including reports from Florence, Switzerland, England, Indiana, the Yellow Sea, and the Atlantic, indicating the phenomenon is not new. Oberth speculates that communication has not yet occurred due to a lack of understanding of each other's sensory organisms and suggests radio signals or mathematical understanding as potential starting points for communication.

The Nature of Space Travel and Saucer Mechanics

Oberth discusses the immense intellectual powers required for interstellar travel, suggesting that 'Uranides' have achieved speeds close to the speed of light, a feat that would seem like suspended animation to travelers. He believes this speed causes a 'contraction' of time, making immense journeys feel short. He emphasizes that flying saucers are not psychic or mysterious but represent the next stage in physics, and advises listening to firsthand contactees rather than unsubstantiated authorities. He also draws a parallel between demonstrating television a century ago and flying saucers demonstrating natural laws today, urging a re-evaluation of existing physics.

Adamski Controversy: 'Shreds of Doubt'

A significant portion of the magazine is dedicated to questioning the credibility of George Adamski. A letter from Jerrold E. Baker, Adamski's former secretary and chauffeur, is presented, alleging that Adamski's claims of meeting a Venusian and the subsequent photograph were pre-arranged. Baker states he did not take the alleged Brownie camera photograph and that Adamski was the actual photographer. Baker describes Adamski as prone to exaggeration and misinterpretation, operating under the guise of a 'metaphysical wizard.' He provides a list of questions to test Adamski's claims and quotes Adamski encouraging Baker to use the photograph for personal gain through lectures. Baker also references an article in 'Nexus' where he reiterates that he did not take the Brownie snapshots and that other pictures were destroyed at Adamski's request. Moseley's investigation, as cited by Baker, highlights that Adamski's witnesses were not impartial, being close friends or ardent believers.

Other Reports and Features

• 'British Flying Saucer Journal': The upcoming launch of a new quarterly journal dedicated to UFOs is announced, with Derek D. Dempster as editor.
• Swiss Soldier Sightings: A report details 300 Swiss soldiers witnessing a disc-shaped object with a red glow near Grandvillard in November 1954. The object moved rapidly and disappeared, baffling the soldiers.
• 'Behind the Iron Curtain!': This section discusses reports of a 'Flying Saucer psychosis' spreading in Eastern Bloc countries, with Red Security Officers issuing orders to combat it. There is speculation that the Soviets fear these are secret Western weapons.
• Books to Read: A list of recommended books on flying saucers is provided, including 'The Moon Puzzle' and 'Space, Gravity and the Flying Saucer'.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently promotes the reality of flying saucers as extraterrestrial craft, drawing on theoretical physics, historical accounts, and eyewitness testimonies. There is a strong emphasis on scientific investigation and a critical approach to explanations that dismiss the phenomenon. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry, while also acknowledging the need for critical evaluation of claims, particularly those of contactees like George Adamski, as evidenced by the detailed examination of Baker's allegations. The publication aims to inform its readers about the latest developments, theories, and controversies in the field of UFO research.

Title: Flying Saucers
Issue: Page 10 (and subsequent pages)
Date: February 1955 (with references to events in 1950, 1818-1873, 1954)
Publisher: CSI
Country: USA
Language: English

This issue of 'Flying Saucers' magazine explores various facets of the UFO phenomenon, presenting a mix of eyewitness accounts, scientific analysis, and speculative theories. The content ranges from debunking common explanations for sightings to detailing specific encounters and unexplained aerial events.

The Debate on Flying Saucers

The article "FACING ESTABLISHED FACTS" addresses the controversy surrounding flying saucers, asserting that these objects are real and not mere hallucinations or mass hysteria. It dismisses fraud as a possibility due to the wide range of witnesses. The text contrasts the idea of 'light saucers' with radar evidence, suggesting that hypotheses should align with factual data rather than convenience.

Natural Phenomena vs. UFOs

Meteors & Meteorites: The magazine distinguishes meteors and meteorites from flying saucers, describing the former as astronomical bodies that burn up or crash, lacking the ability to hover, change direction, or engage in complex maneuvers like those attributed to saucers.

Radar Evidence: The issue notes that radar has indeed tracked unidentified objects. While acknowledging that atmospheric phenomena can sometimes be mistaken for solid objects, it questions the probability of such conditions being frequent enough to explain all sightings. The behavior of radar-detected objects, such as racing formations and sudden ascents/descents, is presented as inconsistent with known atmospheric events.

Historical Sightings

SOME INTERESTING HAPPENINGS: This section compiles historical accounts of unusual aerial phenomena predating modern UFO discussions. These include:

• January 16th, 1818: Astronomer Loft of Ipswich observed a strange object near the sun for four hours.
• September 6th to November 1st, 1831: Dr. Wartman and his observatory assistants recorded a luminous body, notable for being observed only locally, suggesting proximity.
• March 1868: Venus reportedly projected a narrow beam of light into space.
• April 1868: A similar phenomenon was witnessed.
• June 1868: Staff at Radcliffe Observatory, Oxford, observed a luminous object that changed direction and halted, behaving as if controlled.
• June 1873: Apparent projection flashes from Mars were observed by Astronomer Galle and Dr. Sage. An explosion in the upper atmosphere is noted, with a speculative question about unmanned experimental rockets from other planets.

These historical events are presented as evidence that strange aerial phenomena have occurred long before the current era of UFO interest.

Flying Saucer Landings and Adamski

The article discusses the book "Flying Saucers Have Landed" by Desmond Leslie and George Adamski. It acknowledges the controversy surrounding Adamski's claims and photographs but notes the persistence of his convictions. The text mentions Adamski's photograph of bright objects leaving the moon, with critics questioning its authenticity. It also touches upon the idea of a stranger described as being of a different physical constitution, leading to a discussion on mass and weight.

A QUESTION OF MASS: This section analyzes the physical implications of Adamski's visitor, arguing that if two beings are of the same mass, their weight will be equal when measured in the same location. It posits that if a Venusian visitor were smaller and of the same density, they should weigh less than Adamski. The text explores the possibility that the visitor might originate from a planet with greater mass than Earth, suggesting Uranus as a potential candidate, though noting its orbital position differs from the visitor's claim.

Shared Characteristics: A peculiar fact noted in 'Saucer' reports is the mention of machines creating a humming noise, and that small ships encountered on terra firma often appeared to be manned by a crew of TWO.

Specific Incidents and Reports

MOTOR-CYCLISTS TALKED TO "SAUCER" PILOT: On October 18th, 1954, in Toulon, France, two motor-cyclists, Mario Rapellini and Pieree Ottoviani, claimed to have spoken to the pilot of a flying saucer. They described the craft as circular with two legs, a bulge on top, and ear-like openings. The pilot, dressed in grey, reportedly asked where he was, then re-entered the machine through a triangular opening, and ascended vertically at high speed, leaving an orange glow.

SAUCERS OVER THE HOLY LAND: This extensive report details numerous sightings in Israel during October. Witnesses included a physicist, police, army officers, aviation officials, and a journalist. Sightings occurred over Jerusalem, Bethlehem, the Sea of Galilee, and the coast. Descriptions included broad bands of bright light, disc-shaped objects, cigar-shaped objects, and objects emitting blue and red lights. One report mentioned smoke escaping from two holes in a disc.

A SPACE FREIGHTER SHAKES OFF TERRESTRIAL ICE: This article from "The World News" investigates a phenomenon in late 1950 where large blocks of ice, ranging from a foot to a yard across, fell from the sky over Britain. Theories included bombardment from another planet or missiles launched from flying saucers. The ice varied in weight and some pieces had a brown hue. Investigations by police and meteorological experts concluded that the weather conditions were not conducive to large hailstones. An Air Ministry explanation suggested ice formed from aeroplane waste water, but questions remained about why it only fell over the British Isles and why it occurred in previous years.

ADAMSKI AT THE ALBERT HALL: This section announces George Adamski's planned lecture in London and mentions the popularity of his book "Flying Saucers Have Landed." It highlights the belief of Mr. Waveney Girvan, literary editor, that "we are being visited from another planet," based on his investigations of hundreds of sightings in Britain.

FLYING SAUCERS STARTED A PANIC!: A report from Rio De Janeiro on November 21st, 1954, describes a Brazilian airliner pilot's account of a fleet of 19 flying saucers flying at high speed near his plane, causing panic among passengers and crew.

LITTLE-MEN VISITED VENEZUELA: This section details several incidents from Venezuela in December 1954. President Eisenhower's statement that flying saucers are imaginary is contrasted with these events.

• December 16th, 1954 (San Carlos): A young man, Jesus Paz, was attacked by a small hairy creature near a shiny craft that hovered a few feet from the ground. Paz suffered deep scratches.
• Six days prior (Carora): Lorenzo Flores and Jesus Gomez reported an encounter with four little hairy creatures, approximately three feet tall, emerging from a hovering object described as two wash-bowls stacked. The creatures attempted to drag Jesus towards the object.
• December 19th (Valencia): Jose Parra, an 18-year-old jockey, reported seeing six hairy little men loading boulders onto a disc-shaped craft hovering near the ground. One of the men pointed a device at Parra, emitting a violet light, rendering him immobile.

FOLLOWED CAR!: An unnamed teacher in Barquisimeto, Venezuela, reported being pursued by a glowing, disc-shaped object. He fired his gun at it twelve times. The object was later seen disappearing to the south, leaving a bluish trail.

A QUESTION UNANSWERED: This section discusses the lack of coverage of extraordinary Venezuelan incidents in international news agencies, particularly in the United States. It suggests this silence might indicate censorship due to the evidence contradicting conventional explanations and potentially causing public concern if the President's dismissal of sightings as 'over active imaginations' were challenged.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently presents evidence suggesting that flying saucers and related phenomena are real and warrant serious investigation, often contrasting these accounts with official dismissals or conventional explanations. There is a recurring theme of challenging the perceived silence or skepticism from authorities and mainstream media regarding UFO sightings. The editorial stance appears to favor the hypothesis of extraterrestrial visitation or unknown aerial phenomena, encouraging readers to consider the evidence presented. The inclusion of historical sightings and diverse geographical reports (Holy Land, Britain, Venezuela, France, Brazil) aims to build a case for the global and persistent nature of these events. The magazine also highlights the difficulty in separating factual accounts from hoaxes but emphasizes that undeniable phenomena exist.

Title: Flying Saucers
Issue: Page 20 (and subsequent pages detailing reports)
Date: October 21st, 1954 (cover date), with reports spanning late 1954 to early 1955.
Publisher: CSI(NZ)
Country: England (primary report location), with numerous reports from New Zealand.
Language: English

Main Cover Story: Ranton, Staffordshire, England Sighting

The cover story, dated October 21st, 1954, details an encounter reported by Mrs. Roestenberg of Vicarage Farm, Ranton, Staffordshire, England. While in her house with her two sons (aged eight and six) and two-year-old daughter, they heard a terrific hissing noise. Rushing outside, they saw a strange object in the sky. Initially thought to be a jet, the object was soon observed hovering just above one of their chimneys. Mrs. Roestenberg described it as moving very slowly.

The object consisted of a dome over a saucer. The dome was divided into four sections, with the front two being transparent and the back two metallic. The upper side of the saucer was revolving, while the lower part remained stationary. The boys reported that the underside stuck out slightly. Unlike Adamski and Coniston saucers, there were no landing spheres. The color was described as brilliant aluminum silver.

Mrs. Roestenberg did not recall the color behind the transparent panel. The saucer tipped at an angle, allowing the crew to observe the occupants. The two men inside had skin similar to humans but possessed high foreheads, with features in the lower half of their faces. Their hair reached their shoulders, and they wore what appeared to be ski-ing suits. They did not move and looked stern. They wore 'glass bowls' over their heads, and the boys thought they could see breathing apparatus.

After approximately 15 seconds, the machine ascended at a 45-degree angle without making a sound. As it moved, a flashing purple-blue light, similar to an aircraft beacon, activated and remained on. After ascending in a southerly direction, the craft suddenly began to circle the house in an anti-clockwise direction, leaving a trail like a jet-plane. After circling the house one and a half times, it streaked up at a 60-degree angle until lost to sight. Mrs. Roestenberg stated it moved much faster than the fastest jet.

She noted that the trail was only visible when the object was moving horizontally and appeared as a pencil line against the blue sky. The sighting occurred on a clear day.

Intrigued, Mr. Roestenberg later investigated the chimney area but found no traces.

Additional Sightings and Reports

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Mr. Roestenberg later reported seeing a cylindrical, sausage-shaped object, aluminum-colored and divided into four or five segments, moving in an anti-clockwise direction and entering a cloud bank. His wife confirmed its color matched the earlier saucer sighting.

William P. Lear's Assertion:

William P. Lear, chairman of Lear Inc., stated at a news conference that he believed flying saucers exist and come from outer space, piloted by beings of 'superior intelligence'. He suggested they might originate from planets outside Earth's observational range.

British Flying Saucer Bureau:

The British Flying Saucer Bureau, founded a year prior and headquartered in Bristol, had 1,500 members. It recently united with the Flying Saucer Club at Hove. The Bureau's aim is research and dissemination of information. Public meetings are held on the first Wednesday of each month at Carwardine's. An appeal was made for information on sightings.

New Zealand Sightings (December 1954 - January 1955):

• December 14th, 1954 (Khandallah): Mr. T. Hogan saw a brilliant white half-moon-like object shoot towards the horizon, leaving a luminous trail for 15 seconds.
• December 17th, 1954 (Christchurch): Large masses of substance resembling cobwebs were sighted for three days, particularly in St. Albans. The material vanished when touched and resembled snow-flakes.
• December 20th, 1954 (Dallington, Christchurch): A disc object, glowing with a dull yellow light, was observed at high elevation. It appeared to shrink rapidly and disappear radially.
• Late December, 1954 (Onehunga): Mr. H.W. Nicholson saw a bright star turn red and travel upwards across Auckland with a low hum.
• December 26th, 1954 (Onerahi, Whangarei): Three people witnessed three UFOs: a brilliant object hovered in the east, with two smaller red objects stationary. The main object flashed and cast silvery discs.
• December 29th, 1954 (Nelson): Mr. Ellis Dudgeon observed a light swing in a concave arc while observing Jupiter.
• December 30th, 1954 (Taupiri): Mr. A.B. Jones reported sighting two lenticular clouds.
• December 31st, 1954 (Dalmore, Dunedin): A woman observed a large, peculiar white object hovering for 20 minutes before moving off at high speed.
• January 3rd, 1955 (Christchurch): Mr. H.E. Ward reported a disc-like object seen side-on, below Jupiter.
• January 4th, 1955 (Whangarei): Mr. Bagley and family saw a brightly lit anchor-shaped object fly over, emitting ordinary colored light and appearing to have a tail.
• January 7th, 1955 (Whangarei): Mrs. E. Morgan sighted a cone-shaped object emitting dazzling yellow light, which dropped and rose, leaving a light trail.
• January 7th, 1955 (Christchurch): Five people watched an object throwing off bright orange light for 30 minutes, emitting yellow sparks.
• January 8th, 1955 (Christchurch): Mrs. M. Butler saw a star-like white object floating in the sky, which ascended and disappeared.
• January 10th, 1955 (Christchurch): Mrs. E. Pearcy and family saw a bright ball of fire stationary in the sky, which darted to the right.
• January 9th, 1955 (Waipukurau): Mr. H. Stott reported an object resembling twin spheres joined, forming a figure eight, travelling silently across the sky before bursting into flames.
• January 12th, 1955 (Taumaranui & Te Kuiti): Mrs. Lawre confirmed a brilliant object in the night sky that woke her household.
• January 18th, 1955 (Whangarei area): Numerous people witnessed a brilliantly lit cigar-shaped object flying west.

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• January 21st, 1955 (Whangarei): Mr. H. Edge reported a brightly lit sphere with an ice-cream cone-shaped tail, estimated to be the size of a fighter aircraft at 2,000 ft. and flying at 200 M.P.H.
• January 22nd, 1955 (Wakari, Dunedin): A school teacher reported a 'swishing' object that illuminated his bedroom. It returned at low level, described as greenish.
• January 23rd, 1955 (Mosgiel, Dunedin): Six people watched a glowing object circling the sky for almost an hour, with two beams of light, shooting across the sky and hanging motionless.
• January 27th, 1955 & February 10th, 1955 (Onerahi, Whangarei): Mr. X, an officer in the Armed Services, anonymously reported seeing a brightly lit cigar-shaped object flying south, emitting a yellowish glow and a quiet noise, on at least three occasions.
• January 28th, 1955 (Dolson, West Coast): Several people reported a brilliant green object of large dimensions, surrounded by creamy circles, flashing past at low altitudes.

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• January 25th, 1955 (Ashburton): A businessman and his daughters saw an object that initially appeared to be a parachute slowly descending. It was later determined to be metal, similar to aluminum, and much larger than a parachute. It stopped descending, moved horizontally, then suddenly increased speed and disappeared.
• Sunday (after Jan 25th, 1955) (Hakatere): Three Ashburton residents reported seeing a bright star-like object, stationary for 30 minutes, shining with great brilliancy when clouds passed.
• February 6th, 1955 (Greymouth): A mysterious explosion of terrific force was linked to a cigar-shaped, bright silver object in the sky. Observers at widely separated points described the object as losing altitude and, in some cases, appearing in two parts.

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• February 10th, 1955 (Dunedin Star): A woman was awakened by a strange sound in the sky.
• February 12th, 1955 (Hamilton): A private report mentioned an object shooting across the sky and then reversing direction.
• February 17th, 1955 (Northern Advocate): Mr. Baker reported seeing a UFO in the sky.
• February 19th, 1955 (Christchurch): Mr. Hobbs and party witnessed a strange night phenomenon where a brilliant light shone through clouds.
• February 21st, 1955 (Hawkes Bay Herald-Tribune): A brilliant sky object was seen from Otamauri.
• February 26th, 1955 (Southland Times): A brilliant light was reported in the sky.
• February 22nd, 1955 (Kaitaia area): An Air Force Freighter Aircraft reportedly gathered a strange sticky substance on its windscreens and fuselage while flying at 6,000 ft. The substance did not disintegrate on touch, and the aircraft's compass malfunctioned.
• March 4th, 1955 (Otahuhu): A CSI member reported a bright light in the sky that changed direction.
• March 4th, 1955 (Hastings): Mr. & Mrs. L. Giles sighted a disc-shaped, dense orange-colored UFO at 1 a.m.
• December 30th, 1954 (Bluff): Five men saw a bright shining silver disc, much bigger than a star, stationary for 60 minutes. It was observed through binoculars, with no visible markings or apertures.

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• March 21st, 1955 (Hawkes Bay Herald-Tribune): Reports of green sheets of light seen over Hastings by two women.

News - Just Received:

• Major Keyhoe's book "Flying Saucer Conspiracy" was to be published in May 1955.
• Frank Edwards, a newscaster, was also expecting to publish a book in May 1955.
• Articles by Waveney Girvan from his book "Flying Saucers & Common Sense" were to commence in the January 29th, 1955 issue of "London Illustrated".

Interplanetary Coming of Age

Britain's Interplanetary Society celebrated its 21st birthday on October 16th in London. The event included lectures, film shows, and an exhibition at Caxton Hall, attracting a combined audience of 800. Exhibits included models of rocket components and drawings of astronautical scenes. The event was attended by notable figures such as Mr. Phillip Cleator (founder), Professor Hermann Oberth, and secretaries of the Royal Astronomical and Aeronautical Societies. Mr. K. Hoie toasted the B.I.S., and Mr. Cleator spoke of the early efforts to establish the society. Mr. A.V. Cleaver proposed a toast to 'The achievement of space flight', expressing certainty it would happen within the century.

The society's strength was 170 members, with subscriptions at £1 per annum. CSI(NZ) is described as a non-profit organization interested in all aspects of the Flying Saucer Saga, with no occult, political, or alarmist affiliations.

New Books

"Flying Saucers and Commonsense" by Waveney Girvan:

This book examines skeptical arguments against flying saucers, aiming to demonstrate they are based on prejudice and faulty reasoning. It seeks to place the topic in proper perspective, highlighting positive evidence. A chapter discusses government attitudes towards the mystery. The book is illustrated and priced at 10/6d net.

Waveney Girvan has been involved with flying saucer publications for five years, having sponsored Gerald Heard's "The Riddle of the Flying Saucers" and Desmond Leslie and George Adamski's "Flying Saucers Have Landed".

"The Secret of the Saucers" by Orfeo Angelucci:

Published by Ray Palmer, this is the second book on flying saucers from the publisher. It follows Kenneth Arnold's "The Coming of the Saucers" and delves into the 'other side' of the story, exploring the real nature of flying saucers. It is described as a psychic adventure backed by witness accounts, arguing that saucers are both from other worlds and psychic, visible and invisible, with their physical reality proven in the earlier book and their psychic reality in this one.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently reports on UFO sightings with a focus on witness testimony and detailed descriptions of the objects observed. There is a clear interest in documenting these phenomena, often highlighting the lack of conventional explanations. The publication appears to lean towards the belief that these are genuine, unexplained aerial phenomena, possibly of extraterrestrial origin, as evidenced by the positive framing of witness accounts and the inclusion of expert opinions like that of William P. Lear. The reports often emphasize the speed, unusual maneuvers, and physical characteristics of the objects, suggesting a serious and ongoing investigation into the 'Flying Saucer Saga'. The inclusion of book reviews and organizational news (like the British Flying Saucer Bureau) indicates an effort to engage with and inform a dedicated readership interested in the subject.

This document is page 30 of a magazine titled "Flying Saucers," published in what appears to be 1954, based on the dates of events discussed. The page contains book reviews and a list of recommended publications related to the topic of flying saucers.

Book Reviews

"THE SECRET OF THE SAUCERS"

This book is described as demanding a final scientific search into the "REAL MEANING" of flying saucers, aiming to find an answer vital to civilization. While the ultimate answer is not yet known, the book is presented as the second honest step towards that goal. The price of the book is listed as 3 DOLLARS.

"FLYING SAUCERS FROM MARS" by CEDRIC ALLINGHAM

Cedric Allingham, an old Scotsman, recounts a personal encounter on February 18, 1954, where he claims a 6 ft. tall "long leggity Martian" emerged from a Flying Saucer that landed near him while he was strolling along the coast near Lossiemouth. Allingham expresses belief that such visitors from space might protect humanity from its self-destructive tendencies, especially now that humans have learned to play with thermonuclear toys.

The review notes that if readers consider George Adamski (author of "Flying Saucers Have Landed") and Allingham to be hoaxers, they might find the only "sharp, entirely convincing photograph" in Allingham's book to be the frontispiece of the author himself. The reviewer comments that the "Martian" looks "awfully like an Englishman in a frogman's outfit," and the pictures of the Saucer appear "decidedly artificial."

However, for believers, the review mentions that the great astronomer Charles Messier reported seeing strange things "like ships, yet like bells" in the sky in 1777. It also references "Saucers" seen in June of the current year by Capt. Howard of B.O.A.C. and his crew, and others reported by Dr. H.P. Wilkins. Additionally, two schoolboys at Coniston reportedly photographed a "Saucer" three days before Mr. Allingham's alleged "meeting with a man from Mars."

Mr. Allingham quotes an unnamed "famous astronomer" (holding a Chair at a British University) who remarked on the quality of their saucer photographs and suggested that the files of the Royal Air Force or the collection at Palomar might contain "marvellous ones."

The reviewer suggests that if these claims are untrue, it would be easy and worthwhile for the Air Ministry and Palomar authorities to officially deny them. Otherwise, aircraft recognition book editors might become discouraged, as the only apparent external difference between interplanetary aircraft seems to be the number of portholes: three for Martian saucers and four for Venusian ones.

Reference to Contents

A list of contents is provided, including articles such as "FIRST PUBLIC MEETING," "VIKINGS FROM DISTANT WORLDS," "BRITISH FLYING SAUCER JOURNAL," "THE TRUTH" by DESMOND LESLIE, "SHREDS OF DOUBT," "FLYING SAUCERS BY THEORIST," "SAUCERS OVER THE HOLY LAND," "A SPACE FREIGHTER," "GEORGE ADAMSKI AT THE 'ALBERT'," "LITTLE-MEN VISIT VENEZUELA," "LITTLE-MEN SEEN IN ENGLAND," "NEW ZEALAND SKIES," "INTERPLANETARY COMING OF AGE," and "NEW BOOKS."

Recommended Publications

This section lists and briefly describes several other publications related to flying saucers:

• "SAUCERIAN": Described as the largest Flying Saucer Magazine with 40 reading pages, offering extremely interesting information. Subscription is $2 for six issues. Contact Gray Barker, P.O. Box 2228, Clarksburg, West Virginia, U.S.A. (Single copy 35 cents).
• "APRO BULLETIN": Published every two months, foolscap size, with 10 reading pages of "first class information." A $3 yearly subscription includes membership and copies of the Bulletins. Contact Carol F. Lorenzen, Director, Aerial Phenomena Research Organization, 519 New York St., Alamogordo, New Mexico.
• C.R.I.F.O. "NEWSLETTER": A monthly, printed publication for $2 yearly. C.S.I. members are advised to be conversant with its information. Requests should be addressed to Leonard H. Stringfield, 7017 Britton Avenue, Cincinnati 27, Ohio, U.S.A.
• "THE LITTLE LISTENING POST": A quarto cyclostyled Bulletin published every two months, containing "interesting tid-bits of Saucer information." Subscription is $2 per year. Contact Mrs. Walton Colcord John, 4811 Illinois Avenue N.W., Washington D.C. U.S.A.
• "URANUS": An octavo cyclostyled magazine published every two months, featuring discussion and analysis of Flying Saucer data. The yearly subscription is 10/6. Address requests to Eric Biddle, Editor, C/O Markham House Press Ltd., 31 Kings Rd., London S.W.3. (Single copy 1/9d.).
• "QUARTERLY REVIEW": The official magazine of the Interplanetary Research Group, Tasmania. It contains "very interesting and valuable information." Membership, which includes 4 issues of the magazine, costs 10/- per annum. Write to 357 Argyle St., Hobart, Tasmania.
• "AUSTRALIAN FLYING SAUCER MAGAZINE": An excellent information source, printed quarterly and serving as the official magazine of the "Australian Flying Saucer Bureau." A subscription of 8/- entitles the subscriber to membership and 4 issues of the magazine. Contact Mr. E.R. Jarrold, Director, A.F.S.B., 3 Ferguson Ave., Fairfield, N.S.W., Australia.
• "FLYING SAUCER NEWS": The official quarterly magazine of the "Flying Saucer Club & English Flying Saucer Bureau." A yearly subscription of 6/- entitles the subscriber to membership and 4 issues of the magazine. Contact the Hon. Secretary, 71 Chedworth Road, Horfield, Bristol 7, England. It is described as an excellent magazine with "first class information."
• "SAUCERS": Published every two months by "Flying Saucers International." The cost is $2 for 4 issues. It is an octavo print with 12 reading pages of interesting information. Address: P.O. Box 35034, Los Angeles 35, California, U.S.A.
• "VALOR": The Golden Times Weekly, a national U.S. weekly magazine, reportedly carries much interesting information on Flying Saucers. It is published every Saturday by Soulcraft Chapels, P.O. Box 192, Noblesville, Indiana, U.S.A. The yearly subscription is $5.
• "ROUND ROBIN" & "CLIPS & QUOTES": The official monthly organ of Borderland Science Research Associates. Dr. Meade Layne is the Director. Membership fees, which include magazine issues, are $5 yearly. It is described as "very interesting and thought provoking information." Address: 3524 Adams Avenue, San Diego 16, California, U.S.A.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this section of the magazine are the exploration and reporting of flying saucer phenomena, including alleged extraterrestrial encounters, historical sightings, and photographic evidence. The editorial stance appears to be one of open-mindedness towards the subject, presenting both skeptical viewpoints (questioning the authenticity of photographs and claims) and supportive viewpoints (highlighting historical accounts and the potential significance of the phenomenon). The magazine actively promotes other publications in the field, suggesting a community-oriented approach to disseminating information on flying saucers.