Flying Saucers International - No 27

Magazine Overview

Title: FLYING SAUCERS INTERNATIONAL
Issue: No. 27
Date: June, 1968
Publisher: Amalgamated Flying Saucer Clubs of America, Inc.
Cover Headline: THE BOB RENAUD STORY

The Bob Renaud Story (Parts 33-36)

This extensive section details Bob Renaud's continued encounters with extraterrestrial beings, referred to as 'Space People' or 'Korendians.'

Part 33: Fifth In-Person Contact

Renaud recounts his fifth in-person contact on February 4, 1964, which he describes as the first time an Earthman walked in outer space. The experience began with a radio appointment from the Space People. He was taken aboard a large disc-shaped craft where he donned a seamless spacesuit. He describes walking on the exterior of the ship, experiencing the awe of outer space, and the feeling of weightlessness. He also observed Earth from 5000 miles up, identifying his hometown, Pittsfield. The craft's speed was estimated at 10 million miles per second.

Part 34: Population Control and Space People's Ideals

In a radio contact on February 10, 1964, 'Orii-Val' and 'Alen' discuss the pressing problem of overpopulation on Earth. They strongly advocate for a responsible, scientific program of birth control, administered by qualified medical personnel. They specifically mention India and China as countries with severe population issues. The Space People propose that the ideal family consists of parents and two children, and emphasize the need for sex education from an early age, criticizing the current lack of comprehensive sex education which leads to unintended pregnancies and societal problems. They also discuss methods of birth control, including the rhythm method, devices, chemical contraceptives like 'the Pill,' and a temporary male sterilization pill.

Part 35: Penal Systems and Genetic Science

On February 14, 1964, Andre-Kael, a criminologist from the Universal Alliance of Planets, discusses penal systems. He expresses strong opposition to capital punishment and criticizes Earth's prison system for its punitive nature. The Alliance's system focuses on rehabilitation, with no lawyers, trials, or guards. Criminals are given private rooms and can work, with registration required three times daily. If guilt is determined, criminals choose between voluntary incarceration, corrective psychprobing, or surgical correction. Innocent suspects are compensated. All proceedings are private. Andre-Kael also touches upon genetic science, suggesting that it can determine eye color and musical aptitudes, and potentially eliminate deformities and produce superior strains. He also mentions the possibility of teleporting babies out of the womb and notes that 'Space People' have no birth pains, attributing this to the elimination of pain associated with childbirth.

Part 36: Sports on Korendor

This part, though brief, mentions a radio contact on February 21, 1964, with Orii-Val regarding 'Sports on Korendor.' The details are not elaborated upon in the provided text.

Other Articles and Reports

UFOs Take Them Seriously: Russians Take Them Seriously

This article, adapted from the Soviet government's 'Soviet Life' magazine, discusses the growing concern in Russia over unidentified flying objects (UFOs). It presents reports from scientific workers in Kazakhstan and astronomers at the Mountain Astrophysical Station, USSR Academy of Sciences, detailing sightings of lens-shaped and crescent-shaped objects. The article notes that a preliminary scientific investigation group, the UFO Section of the All-Union Cosmonautics Committee, was formed in Moscow in October 1967. It suggests that UFOs behave 'sensibly,' avoid direct contact with aircraft, and may be investigating Earth, noting an increase in sightings as Mars approaches Earth. The author, Felix Zigel, calls for a serious international study of UFOs.

It's Slow in New Mexico

This report from UPI details a lack of UFO activity in New Mexico during the spring of 1967, contrasting with a significant rash of sightings in April 1964. It recounts incidents involving Orlando Gallegos and Lonnie Zamora, who reported seeing egg-shaped objects that landed and left traces. The article notes that state police have requested citizens to report sightings immediately.

'Flying Saucer' Class-a First

This article describes a unique astronomy course at Wesleyan University titled 'Science 101, Flying Saucers,' taught by Prof. Thornton Page. The course aims to engage students hostile to science by using UFO reports that discredit the scientific establishment. While some students felt it was a 'fraud,' others found it informative. Page believes in extraterrestrial life but cautions against assuming all UFOs are evidence of it.

A SAUCER TALKS

This brief report from Wellington, Texas, describes Carroll Watts' encounter with a flying saucer. Watts claims he spoke to a voice from the craft and was invited to undergo a physical examination, which he declined. He also reported seeing a light and a craft approximately 100 feet long and 10 feet high.

Scientist Claims Public Belief Sparks Federal UFO Study

Dr. Daniel W. Fry, vice president of Crescent Engineering and Research Co., claims that increased public belief and sightings have prompted governments to seriously study UFO phenomena. He criticizes the 'credibility gap' and suggests that governments know more than they admit. Fry believes visitors from other worlds are humanoid and may come as missionaries, not conquerors, and that they are not ready for humanity to know their technology.

UFOs Sighted

This section contains brief reports of UFO sightings, including two state troopers in Kingston, N.Y., who reported seeing four unidentified flying objects with pulsating red and green lights, and a report of UFOs sighted over the mountains west of Denver, Colorado, described as Saturn-shaped.

Eerie Red Lights Chased by Plane

This article from The Seattle Post-Intelligencer reports on nine ruby red lights observed over Puget Sound for over 40 minutes. Pilot Rudy Malaspina chased the objects and insisted they were aircraft, noting his magnetic compass malfunctioned and his plane's clock stopped. Despite the sightings and pilot's testimony, radar could not detect the objects, and no official explanation was forthcoming.

Where Do Flying Saucers, Space Men Come From? Rick Has It Figured

This article profiles 15-year-old Rick Smith, a Main Line Unit Director for the Amalgamated Flying Saucer Club of America. Smith has a theory that Space Men live inside the moon and believes they could help solve Earth's problems if humans were more hospitable. He has built a UFO detector and aims to interest others in reporting sightings.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently promotes the idea of extraterrestrial contact and the existence of advanced alien civilizations. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry into UFO phenomena, presenting various witness accounts, scientific speculation, and theories from contactees and researchers. There is a clear emphasis on the potential for extraterrestrial beings to offer solutions to Earth's problems, ranging from technological advancements to social and ethical guidance. The magazine also highlights the growing public interest in UFOs and the perceived reluctance of official bodies to acknowledge or investigate the phenomenon fully. The publication seems to align with the perspective that UFOs are real and represent a significant, potentially beneficial, interaction with humanity.

This issue of "Flying Saucer News" from March 1968, published by AFSCA, focuses heavily on the topic of unidentified flying objects (UFOs) and the growing belief in their reality among scientists and the public. The cover story highlights instances where UFOs have caused cars to stall and radios to be silenced, suggesting a tangible impact of these phenomena.

The Bob Renaud Story (Cont'd)

The issue continues "The Bob Renaud Story," which details various sports from the planet Korendor. These include "Tennis" played with a unique ball, "Mental Basketball" with a water-filled ball and electronic hoops, and "Air Races With Antigravity Jets." The narrative also mentions sports car racing with wheeled and non-wheeled vehicles, and surprisingly, the emulation of Earth's drag racing by Korendians, who have adopted internal combustion engines and identical tracks.

Flying Saucer News in Brief

This section provides a collection of short news items related to UFOs:

• 15th Annual Spacecraft Convention: Scheduled for September 28-29, 1968, at Giant Rock, California, hosted by George W. Van Tassel, featuring contactee speakers.
• 7th Annual Northwest Space Age Convention: To be held July 20-21, 1968, in Eatonville, Washington, hosted by Wayne S. Aho.
• Bobby Kennedy's Interest: The late Senator Robert F. Kennedy was a "card carrying member of AFSCA" and expressed a strong interest in UFO research, hoping for more knowledge on the subject.
• AFSCA Bumper Sticker: The "Flying Saucers Are Real The Air Force Doesn't Exist" sticker gained attention, being mentioned by radio commentator Paul Harvey and syndicated columnist Sidney Skolsky.
• Space People and Short Wave Radio: Contactee Hal Wilcox reports that space beings from the planet Selo requested the purchase of short wave receiving-sending sets to facilitate communication, overcoming the time barrier.
• Domes on the Moon?: A photograph from the Boeing Lunar Orbiter 2 showed strange spires and protuberances on the Moon, leading to speculation about intelligent life.
• Child's Influence: Mrs. Florence Reed of Lansing, Illinois, shares how her daughter Lisa's enthusiasm for UFOs has converted her entire class into believers, highlighting the impact of individual conviction.

UFOs Sighted Over Nagasaki After A-Bomb Fell

Dean Ledbetter reports that during his Navy service in Japan, he heard from bar patrons in Nagasaki about UFO sightings that occurred after the atomic bomb was dropped, prompting his own study of the subject.

Four New AFSCA Units Formed

Announces the formation of four new AFSCA units with their respective directors and contact information.

"Saucer News" Taken Over by Gray Barker

James W. Moseley has transferred the publication of "Saucer News" to Gray Barker, a long-time researcher and author in the field.

Telepathic Channels Head Flying Saucer-New Age Organizations

Lists several organizations that provide telepathically received information and literature related to Flying Saucers and the New Age.

Special Back Issue Sale

An offer for groups and individuals to purchase back issues of "Flying Saucers International" at a reduced price.

Overseas Airmail Delivery

Announces the availability of overseas airmail delivery for "Flying Saucers International."

Saucer Newsclippings Needed

AFSCA appeals to readers for contributions to their saucer newsclipping file.

Attention AFSCA Unit Directors

Encourages AFSCA unit directors to emulate the publicity efforts of Ric Smith of Unit 69.

AFSCA Unit 70 Publishes Newsletter

Congratulates Unit 70 for their newsletter and provides contact information for meetings in the Washington, D.C. area.

Lost Addresses

AFSCA has lost the addresses of over 300 subscribers and requests that subscribers update their information.

New Flying Saucer Books

Reviews and lists several new books on the UFO subject, including "The German Saucer Story," "The Book of Space Ships," and "Document 96: A Rationale for Flying Saucers."

Pocket Books

Lists various pocket books available from AFSCA related to flying saucers and contactees.

Flying Saucer Convention Upheld by Brazil Conference

Reports on a conference in Sao Paulo, Brazil, where attendees concluded that flying saucers exist, come from other worlds, and possess characteristics beyond current scientific understanding. Dr. Olavo Fontes suggested that these craft were charting water and power plants and were responsible for major blackouts.

UFO People in Pentagon?

Frank Stranges, author-evangelist, suggests that the truth about UFOs would cause mass panic if revealed. He claims the U.S. government has spent significant funds on UFO research and that "UFO people" are similar to humans but lack fingerprints.

Scientist Says UFOs Are For Real

Stanton T. Friedman, a nuclear scientist with Westinghouse, stated that UFOs are real and that intelligent life from other planets may be visiting Earth. He advocates for increased scientific capabilities to gather more data and suggests learning from the advanced civilization's knowledge, particularly in electro-magnetics.

UFO Sightings Told

Dr. James E. McDonald, a professor of meteorology at the University of Arizona, believes in flying saucers, citing his investigation of inexplicable aerial phenomena. He points to a case in New Guinea where 38 witnesses saw a saucer and figures on top, exchanging waves. He also notes that the fact that UFOs cannot be explained does not mean they are not possible.

Cactus on Mars?

A suggestion from Soviet astrobotanists that dark areas on Mars may be covered with cactus, based on spectral analysis.

One of the Best UFO Photos in RCAF Files

Features a photograph of a UFO taken near Nanton, Alberta, described as domed, saucer-shaped, about 40 feet across, with a red light on top and bluish exhaust. The RCAF may investigate.

Cars stall, radios silenced, when UFOs sighted in air

This headline accompanies the photo of the UFO near Nanton, Alberta, and mentions that the RCAF may send a helicopter to investigate.

Expert Says Evidence Proves UFOs Real

Donald E. Keyhoe, retired Marine Corps major and head of NICAP, asserts that there is a "massive weight of evidence" for UFOs, despite alleged government suppression. He criticizes the Air Force's explanations and calls for more scientific cooperation, including with the Soviet Union.

In the sky... what was it?

Reports from Metuchen, New Jersey, where about 25 people, including police officers and a clergyman, witnessed two unidentified flying objects, described as an orange glow with a larger object above it.

UFO Sighting Report Was Belching Flame

Milton F. Woods of Rockville reported seeing a UFO that belched flame, had a black dome and poles, and made sharp angle turns before vanishing.

'Plattery' Gets You Somewhere

Dr. Frank Stranges of Venice, head of the Investigation Committee on UFO, claims to have factual evidence of interplanetary visitors and will speak on the topic.

Venice 'Saucer' Expert Says:

This section likely refers to Dr. Frank Stranges and his claims about UFOs.

U.S. Scared Of UFO Facts

Joseph Ososki and Policeman George Wiarda of Pinconning, Michigan, report sightings of UFOs with pulsating lights, rejecting the "swamp gas" explanation. The article also mentions an incident in Rochester where a plastic bag with burn marks was found, suggesting a possible explanation for some sightings.

World Union of Flying Saucer Clubs

Lists the founding Regular and Associate members of the "World Union of Flying Saucer Clubs," established on March 15, 1968, outlining its purposes, which include facilitating information exchange, broadening awareness, and promoting respect for the Flying Saucer subject.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are the increasing evidence and acceptance of UFOs as real phenomena, the alleged efforts by governments (particularly the U.S. Air Force) to suppress information and discredit witnesses, and the growing interest from scientists and the public. The editorial stance is clearly in favor of investigating UFOs seriously and acknowledges the possibility of extraterrestrial intelligence visiting Earth. There is a strong emphasis on the need for more research, open discussion, and international cooperation on the subject.