GEPO No 15 - GEPO Informations - No 15 - 1er trim 1979

Magazine Overview

Title: GEPO INFORMATIONS
Issue: N°15
Date: January-March 1979
Publisher: GEPO (Groupe d'Etude du Phénomène OVNI)
Country: France
Language: French

This issue of GEPO INFORMATIONS, a quarterly bulletin from the GEPO group dedicated to the study of UFO phenomena, focuses on both ufological research and science fiction events. The cover features a collage of various UFO illustrations and celestial bodies, with the prominent title and issue number.

Editorial Introduction

Dominique Delille, in her editorial, acknowledges that the publication may not be perfect but emphasizes its value in providing a realistic image of the GEPO group, which is primarily composed of young individuals. She apologizes for any errors in layout or reduction, thanking readers for their understanding and wishing them a good read.

Science Fiction Week in Roanne

The issue reports on the "Semaine de la Science Fiction" (Science Fiction Week) held in Roanne (Loire) from March 5th to 11th. This event was presided over by the Deputy Mayor of Roanne, Joan Auroux, and featured the active participation of the chief editor of FICTION magazine. The week included 50 hours of film screenings, conferences, debates, exhibitions, a musical performance by the group ATOME, and round tables with writers and critics. Readers are encouraged not to miss the next science fiction event on March 5th.

GRIPHOM of Marseille Communication

The GRIPHOM group from Marseille announces the sale of bulletins on their ufological detection techniques. These bulletins, titled "APPAREILLAGE DE RECHERCHE D'AMATEUR EN OVNIOLOGIE" by J. Bedet, are a series of four unique issues. They cover the history of ufology, the construction of detection and measurement devices, and are designed to be accessible to amateur enthusiasts. The funds raised from these sales will contribute to completing an existing station and developing a communication system with UFOs for 1979. The bulletins are priced at 12 francs (payable by postal stamp) and can be ordered via CCP or by mail. A new GRIPHOM sticker is also available for 5.00 francs.

GEPO Official Report for 1978

This section provides a detailed overview of GEPO's activities during 1978. GEPO is described as a private, non-profit group founded by passionate young people.

• Cartographic Studies: Maps were created of the Loire region, highlighting important activity zones in Saint-Étienne and its surroundings, as well as Roanne and its nearby suburbs.
• Catalogues: Approximately 1000 cases were classified by J.M. Pasqualini, with assistance from the CEMOCPI of Saint-Priest-en-Jares.
• Investigations: Two on-site investigations were conducted: one concerning a UFO in flight near Neulise, and another related to a mysterious "escadrille" (squadron) in the town of Saint-Symphorien-de-Lay.
• Archives: The archives were significantly enriched with press clippings and information from correspondents, reflecting a busy year for UFO reports.
• Exhibition: An exhibition titled "Les OVNI d'hier à aujourd'hui" (UFOs from yesterday to today) was held, featuring twelve panels and information on other UFO groups and their bulletins. The exhibition, open for only one day, attracted about a hundred visitors.
• Correspondence: GEPO handled 47 letters of correspondence between groups and 36 letters related to publicity. They also received 30 letters from private individuals, including requests for photos, specimens, and slides.
• Public Information: The bulletin "SIECLE INCONNU" was renamed "GEPO INFORMATIONS" at the end of the year. Five issues were published irregularly and distributed free of charge to other groups (in exchange for their publications) and to GEPO members and correspondents.
• Finances: The financial situation is described as poor, with no income and significant postal expenses. The costs of editing and distribution are largely covered by the two responsible members of the study group.

Forecast for 1979

For 1979, GEPO intends to continue its policy from 1978, aiming to intensify its network of correspondents in France and abroad. They plan to publish four quarterly issues of GEPO INFORMATIONS. Additionally, they mention a potential exhibition titled "CES MYSTERIEUX OBJETS VOLANTS NON IDENTITIES" (These Mysterious Unidentified Flying Objects), which would last for three consecutive days. Other projects are under consideration and will be detailed in future issues.

Correspondent Network

GEPO reiterates its search for correspondents throughout France and internationally. Correspondents are obligated to submit a report each quarter detailing their findings. These reports are due by specific dates (March 10, June 10, September 10, December 10). If no information is available, the correspondent must simply state this. In return, correspondents receive GEPO INFORMATIONS free of charge.

The issue lists permanent GEPO correspondents by region, including Paris/Ile de France, Essonne, Loire Nord, Ardeche, Var, Aude/Languedoc, Bretagne, and Meurthe et Moselle. It also notes a correspondent in Guatemala and provides a serious address in the USA for APRO (Aerial Phenomena Research Organization).

UFO Detection

Information is provided on the "SKYWATCH DETECTOR" UFO detector, available for approximately 100.00 francs, with contact details for Malcom Jay in England. It also mentions DUIST in Germany as being involved in UFO studies.

Acknowledgements

GEPO expresses gratitude to Mr. Jean Marie Pasqualini for his sustained collaboration and to Mlle Dominique Dupuis, a correspondent from Guatemala.

GEPO Loire Informations: "A Third Type Encounter Before the Year 2000"

This section details a conference held in Le Coteau on January 23, 1979, featuring Jean Miguères, an ex-ambulance driver and president of CIFJS (Centre International de Recherche en Ufologie à Caractère Scientifique). Miguères recounted an extraordinary experience from August 11, 1969. While working as an ambulance driver in Perpignan, he was tasked with transporting a patient from Perpignan to Rouen. After the patient's death en route, Miguères continued the journey. Early one morning near Louviers, he observed a strange, white, oval-shaped object moving towards him at low altitude. Inside the object, he perceived something dark and metallic, approximately 20-25 meters in diameter. He experienced a vague sensation and received mental commands. Simultaneously, a vehicle on the opposite lane swerved towards him, resulting in a head-on collision. Trapped in the wreckage, Miguères, despite severe injuries, witnessed the materialization of a humanoid being with a triangular face and cold eyes. This being applied a luminous disc to Miguères's neck, imparting further commands and advice. The being then disappeared. Miguères survived, undergoing 18 operations and receiving over 60 blood transfusions, even experiencing clinical death twice. He later received more orders from the luminous disc while in the hospital. Upon his release, his case garnered media attention. A psychiatrist who tested Miguères with a lie detector stated that Miguères's responses were incredibly advanced, surpassing the computer's capabilities. Miguères concluded his conference by stating that the solar system has ten planets and that extraterrestrials have an advanced base on an artificial asteroid orbiting Venus, a claim later supported by astronomers. The report is attributed to "Journal LE PROGRES" from January 22.

An Appeal from the Cold

An appeal is made to all French groups publishing bulletins (or not) to send information and a specimen of their journal to V.I. Sanarov in Novosibirsk, USSR.

Direct from Guatemala: UFO Crews are Terrestrial Beings

This section features a report from Mlle Dominique Dupuis, a permanent correspondent in Guatemala City. Alejandro Hernandez Perez from Santiago, Chile, claims to have been abducted with his son by a UFO. He states that the beings inside the craft were terrestrial and not from another planet. Hernandez was interviewed by the Chilean press, radio, and television but did not reveal the details of his conversation, adhering to a promise of secrecy. After much thought, he concluded that he was in the company of highly developed terrestrial beings capable of creating such machines. He described their language as perfect, their voices firm but metallic, and their demeanor non-threatening. He felt it was a spiritual encounter. Hernandez has a future meeting scheduled and admits he has not spoken much about the experience. A group of scientists in Guatemala is preparing to study his case, but Hernandez has stated he will not reveal the secret.

Lunar Seismographs

This report discusses the lunar seismographs installed by astronauts, which were deactivated in October 1977. In their eight years of operation, they detected a significant tremor in 1972, defining the lunar core's diameter at 170-360 km. By the end of 1977, the seismographs had recorded 1700 meteorite impacts. Geologist Gary Latham suggests that meteorite impacts occur seasonally between April and June. Currently, 80 zones of deep movements (800-1000 km) have been discovered, with notable periodicity suggesting tidal stresses. Shallower movements are attributed to tectonic activity, likely caused by the moon's contraction or expansion.

Regional CEMOCPI Catalogue (Archives) - August 1974

This section provides a detailed log of UFO sightings in the Loire region during August 1974, compiled by the CEMOCPI. Entries include dates, times, locations, descriptions of objects (shape, color, movement), witness numbers, and sometimes associated phenomena. Examples include:

• August 1st: A haricot-shaped object near the moon in Panissières.
• August 2nd: A haricot-shaped object near the moon, seen by three witnesses.
• August 3rd: Three red haricot-shaped objects and a white disc-shaped object near the moon.
• August 6th: A bright white point of light observed moving rapidly.
• August 9th: A white point of light moving slowly.
• August 11th: A white point of light moving south-east, and a pulsating white and violet light with a curved trajectory.
• August 12th: A yellow cigar-shaped object leaving a trail.
• August 13th: A UFO following the Soviet orbital station SALIOUT.

The section concludes with contact information for Monsieur Patrick Berliet of the CEMOCPI.

Global Observation Catalogue - Pasqualini Code Classification

This extensive catalogue lists UFO observations with a classification code developed by Jean Marie Pasqualini. Each entry includes the date, time, location, nationality of the witness, and various coded details about the object's form, color, speed, altitude, and other observational characteristics. The catalogue covers a wide range of dates and locations, primarily in France but also including international reports. The classification system uses codes for:

• Form: (e.g., Round, Oval, Cigar-shaped, Cone, Square, Diamond, Pear)
• Color: (e.g., Unknown, Brilliant, Silver, White, Grey, Yellow, Orange, Red, Blue, Green)
• Speed: (e.g., Null, Slow, Medium, Rapid)
• Altitude: (e.g., On the ground, Medium altitude, High altitude)
• Observation Details: (e.g., Silent, Trailing, Rotation, Electrical, Magnetic, Paralysis, Animal fear, Antennae, Projector, Lights, Hublots, Rare structure, Ray, Undercarriage, Tuyeres)
• Miscellaneous: (e.g., Extinction in flight, Multicolored, Burns, Metallic, Virage en vol, Odor, Flashing, Diameter like the moon, Diameter like a star, Flashes)

The catalogue is presented in a tabular format, with a significant number of entries from the 1950s, particularly 1953.

Service de Presse (Press Service)

This section lists various UFO-related publications and their contact information, inviting readers to send their publications or requests. Included are:

• UFO - QUEBEC: Canadian quarterly information bulletin (French publication).
• UFOLOGIA: Quarterly bulletin from CFRU.
• GNEOVNI: Quarterly bulletin from a northern study group.
• LE PHENOMENE OVNI: Quarterly bulletin from CSERU (Savoie).
• OVNI 43: Bi-monthly publication from GLRU (Haute-Loire).
• UFOLOGIE CONTACT: Quarterly publication from SPEPSE (Paris region).
• UFO INFORMATIONS: Quarterly bulletin from AAMT (Ardèche-Drôme).

It also provides information on ordering color and black and white space photographs from "Space Photographs" in the USA and NASA.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue of GEPO INFORMATIONS are ufology, UFO sightings, and science fiction. The publication serves as a platform for reporting on UFO cases, sharing research findings, and promoting related events. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry and information sharing, particularly by and for young enthusiasts, while also maintaining a connection to established research and cataloguing efforts. The group emphasizes its non-profit nature and reliance on volunteer efforts and correspondent networks.

This issue of GEPO INFORMATIONS, titled "DISPARITIONS MYSTERIEUSES et problèmes connexes," is a French-language publication from January-February-March 1979, focusing on unexplained disappearances across various domains. The issue is presented as a bulletin from the GEPO (Groupe d'Etude du Phénomène OVNI) and features contributions from Thierry Rocher, who also highlights the book "Disparitions Mysterieuses" by Patrice Gaston.

Part 1: Disappearances at Sea

The first part of the issue delves into the phenomenon of disappearances at sea, noting that while the Bermuda Triangle is well-known, similar incidents have occurred worldwide. These involve ships and aircraft vanishing without a trace, with crews disappearing. The article suggests that governments are secretly studying these phenomena, especially when military prototypes are involved.

It references the 1971 meeting of Lloyd's, where it was officially declared that the steamer KIKI was lost, adding that 70 other ships had disappeared similarly in the preceding decade. Between 1929 and 1954, 222 boats vanished without sending an SOS, and from 1970 to 1971, 350 ships disappeared without a trace. The issue also recalls the 1786 French maritime expedition involving the ships La Boussole and L'Astrolabe, which vanished. Several other cases are detailed, including the discovery of the Holohu adrift with its crew missing, the disappearance of the yacht Glona Colite, the Rubicon cargo ship found years later, the vanishing of the Iron Mountain on the Missouri River, and the deserted James B. Rochester. The article notes that in cases of storms or attacks, some evidence usually remains, but these disappearances often leave no clues.

Part 2: Disappearances on Continents

This section broadens the scope to include disappearances on land. It touches upon the idea that these events might be linked to UFOs. The article mentions the mysterious case of the ship Curgang Moden in 1948, where the crew was found dead with faces turned towards the sun, and the ship then caught fire. Another case involves the Dutch schooner Hermania found adrift with a skeleton at the helm and other skeletons on board, suggesting a sudden, simultaneous death. The issue also discusses unexplained phenomena at sea, such as luminous lights and strange "wheels" observed by ship captains, with beams of light emanating from them.

It recounts the observation of a luminous mass in the Gulf of Oman, which emitted blinding rays at high speed. The article notes that sailors are generally reliable observers, but their reports of strange phenomena are often dismissed as hallucinations. It also mentions that airline pilots' reports of unusual observations are frequently disregarded.

Part 3: Disappearances in the Air

This part of the issue focuses on aerial disappearances and related phenomena. It discusses the case of the ship "La Providence" which reportedly disappeared after an anchor was cut from an approaching vessel from the sky around 950 AD. The article then shifts to the disappearance of hundreds of men, citing the example of 4000 soldiers of Archduke Charles in 1707 who vanished. It also mentions the disappearance of 250 soldiers of the 5th Norfolk regiment during the Gallipoli campaign in 1915, who were enveloped by a "fog" that reflected sunlight, preventing artillery support. Another case involves a regiment of 3000 men disappearing in 1939 while attempting to stop a Japanese advance.

Part 4: Disappearances and Mysteries in Space

This section, though not fully detailed in the provided text, is indicated as the final part of the series, suggesting a broader exploration of mysteries potentially extending beyond Earth.

Conclusion

The issue concludes with a statement that "CE SONT POURTANT DES PREUVES" (These are nevertheless proofs), implying that the presented cases serve as evidence for the phenomena discussed. The article also mentions that the next issue will cover "Disappearances in the Air" and "Disappearances and Mysteries in Space."

GEPO Informations and Available Issues

The publication includes a section on GEPO INFORMATIONS, a bulletin from the GEPO study group on UFO phenomena. It lists the groups to which the bulletin is transmitted and mentions its editors, MM Delille and Rocher. The issue date is given as January-February-March 1979, issue number 15. It also includes a special section on "MUTILATIONS DE BETAIL AUX ETATS UNIS" (Cattle Mutilations in the United States) and "OVNI EN ACCUSATION" (UFOs on Trial). A list of previously available GEPO INFORMATIONS issues is provided, covering topics such as invisible doctors, the Bermuda Triangle, extraterrestrial visits to the Mayas, UFOs, and archaeological mysteries like the construction of the pyramids and Nazca lines.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes are mysterious disappearances, UFOs, and unexplained phenomena. The editorial stance appears to be one of serious investigation into these topics, presenting documented cases and suggesting a connection between unexplained disappearances and potential extraterrestrial or unknown technological influences. The publication aims to inform readers about these mysteries and encourage further debate, as indicated by Thierry Rocher's commentary on the book and the overall presentation of the information as "proofs."