Info OVNI - Series 1 - No 01 - novembre 1975

Magazine Overview

Title: INFO OVNI
Issue: N1
Date: April 1975
Publisher: Section Française de Recherches Quézacoes
Country: France
Language: French
Price: Free

Editorial and Purpose

The first issue of "INFO OVNI" is presented as a liaison bulletin intended to foster direct collaboration and the exchange of ideas among UFO researchers. It emphasizes that the bulletin is not a review, is free, and will be distributed in a limited number of copies to "aware" researchers. The primary goal is to break down the isolation that can affect ufologists who spend years researching the field, as highlighted by a quote from René Ollier.

The bulletin explicitly states it will not publish polemical articles. Instead, it will feature works and hypotheses based on precise facts, complete investigation reports (especially those difficult to publish elsewhere), and translations of key foreign articles. It will remain neutral and refuse to take sides in any rivalries between groups or individuals.

In Memoriam: René Ollier

A significant portion of the introductory material is dedicated to René Ollier, a researcher who passed away. The editorial notes that the bulletin's creation coincided with the announcement of his death. A quote from Ollier, dated April 1, 1975, warns that twenty years of research can transform an individual's mindset to the point where they risk becoming isolated in their own universe of ideas, unable to share them. The bulletin is dedicated to his memory, with the hope that "INFO OVNI" can serve as a remedy to the isolation he described.

Key Articles and Investigations

"UNE RECHERCHE ORIGINALE ou " LE LAPIN A LA POURSUITE DU RENARD " by Pierre VIEROUDY

This article details the genesis of Pierre Vieroudy's research into UFOs. He explains that until the end of 1973, he was primarily a passive observer of reported cases. The media coverage of the Ouzouer-sur-Loire case in December 1973 spurred him into active investigation. He recounts how, shortly after deciding to investigate, two cases came to his attention, leading him to believe that actively seeking observations might attract them. He further notes a pattern where witnesses often possessed confirmed paranormal faculties, prompting him to consider this aspect of the phenomenon.

Vieroudy describes his "provocation" experiments, inspired by his friend Dufour, to try and influence UFO appearances through thought concentration. He details several experiences:

• Experience n°1: An attempt to observe a UFO near C.... on November 12, 1974, was unsuccessful. However, on November 13, 1974, near the same location, he and his wife observed a bright, star-like object that moved and disappeared.
• Experience n°2: On December 11 or 12, 1974, near Ch...., his wife observed a luminous point, which reappeared and was observed by their son. Later, she saw two other luminous points moving rapidly.
• Experiences n°3 and 4: These involved designating a specific location and witness who had previously reported a UFO, but yielded no results.
• Experience n°5: A group experiment with two other researchers to enhance thought concentration resulted in secondary phenomena of a spiritualistic type, but no UFO appearance.

Vieroudy concludes that the phenomenon seemed to return to its starting point, with observations occurring independently of his direct experiments. He notes that the successful experiences (1 and 2) occurred in locations known for UFO activity or potential 'concentration points'. He also deduces that clear skies are a common factor in many observations.

"LA GRANDE EXPERIENCE : L'affaire CORBELIN"

This section introduces "The Corbelin Affair," a case known to only a dozen French researchers, which the authors intend to publish in a restricted diffusion. They state that names of people and places will be omitted but are available to interested researchers. The presentation is divided into chapters for clarity, acknowledging that some details might seem fantastical or trivial. The researchers involved are designated by letters A-B-C-D, with the author of each chapter indicated by a letter at the beginning.

#### "L'EXPERIENCE du DIMANCHE 16 FEVRIER 1975"

This subsection details a specific experience related to the Corbelin affair. It lists the participating researchers (A, B, C, D) and a child witness (E). The preparation involved discussing a theoretical model of the UFO phenomenon. On the afternoon of February 16, 1975, they decided to conduct an experiment between 18:30 and 20:30. They drove to a location near Corbelin. At approximately 18:35, after parking their vehicles, they walked towards the south-east. Around 19:05-19:10, they observed two white-yellow lights near the ground, followed by a red light. One white light extinguished, then the other, and a cluster of red lights appeared. This cluster moved rapidly to the right and disappeared behind trees. A car passed by, confirming the object was likely above ground. All observers felt a strong sense of wonder, and two of them (A and B) heard a slight humming sound. The total observation lasted about 15 seconds, with the movement of the red lights estimated at 10 seconds. The estimated size of the cluster was about 3 meters. They were unable to estimate the exact number or arrangement of the red lights. As they approached the road, B felt drawn to the location of disappearance. A and D then saw a star-like object, similar to Jupiter, above the trees, which quickly extinguished.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The primary theme is the importance of collaboration and open communication among UFO researchers to combat isolation and advance the field. The editorial stance is neutral, factual, and focused on empirical investigation, while acknowledging the potential for paranormal aspects. There is a clear emphasis on sharing research findings and encouraging direct contact between researchers who use each other's work. The memory of René Ollier serves as a guiding principle, underscoring the need for researchers to remain connected to the broader community and reality.

This document, likely an excerpt from a French publication such as "Le Dauphiné Libéré" given the context of local observations and the language, details a series of Unidentified Aerial Phenomena (UAP) observations and subsequent investigations conducted primarily in February and March 1975. The narrative focuses on personal experiences and detailed witness accounts, interspersed with analytical sections.

Investigations and Observations

February 17th, 1975

The initial observation on February 17th, around 6:30 PM, involved a red point near a wood, which was later identified as potentially a tractor moving at a slow pace (approximately 6 km/h). The author and his wife investigated a nearby farm and confirmed that a tractor with a trailer had indeed worked in the area around that time. However, the observed object's characteristics, such as its smooth, rapid glide and lack of noise, differed significantly from a tractor. The author concluded they had observed something other than the tractor.

Later that evening, using binoculars, they observed a red lamp on a distant house, noting its luminosity was much weaker than the points seen the previous night.

February 20th, 1975

On February 20th, at 8:15 PM, the author observed a very bright white object, described as a 'star' four to five times brighter than Venus, appearing immobile in the northwest sky. After about two minutes, the object progressively dimmed, moved east, and then disappeared. The author noted seeing two faint airplane lights afterward – an intermittent red flash and a fixed green point. The object's trajectory was described as increasing in speed and following a path similar to an airplane, but the initial immobility and sudden, progressive extinction were puzzling.

February 28th, 1975

This date marks a significant series of observations involving multiple objects. During Phase I, starting at 7:45 PM, the author and his wife observed luminous objects in the west, initially described as points emitting red flashes. These objects moved slowly and horizontally. In Phase II, the author's wife and son observed a red luminous point moving slowly east, which then disappeared. Subsequently, a large red star-like object appeared, moving rapidly, and transforming into a luminous line with four distinct white and red points. This object then resumed its red point form and moved in an arc, disappearing progressively to the south. Another luminous point was observed to the west, moving slower and 'doubled' by the red star. The entire observation lasted about 40 minutes, with the objects exhibiting complex behaviors, including sudden increases in brightness and apparent 'games' with the observers, where objects would dim when focused on by the telescope.

March 7th, 1975

On March 7th, between 8 PM and 9 PM, the author's wife and son observed objects. In Phase I, two luminous points of different brightness were seen in the west, moving south. In Phase II, starting at 8:30 PM, the author joined them. They observed a yellow-red luminous point moving between north and east, similar to the February 28th observation but with fewer objects and a different direction of appearance (north). The objects seemed to 'amuse' themselves by approaching a neighboring house, increasing in brightness, and then disappearing. The observation involved a 'manège' of objects, with disappearances and reappearances.

March 8th, 1975

On March 8th, at 7:55 PM, the author's wife observed a large red point moving horizontally east above neighboring houses, increasing in brightness. When the author arrived, the object had dimmed rapidly and disappeared, leaving only the lights of a climbing airplane. The analysis suggests that an airplane is unlikely to be the sole explanation due to the trajectory difference.

Annexed Facts

The document also includes "Annexed Facts of OVNI Nature," detailing other related observations:

• An attempted experiment with J.C.D. to make the phenomenon appear on 'A' between February 12th and 22nd.
• Two OVNI appearances on 'A' on February 17th and 18th, described as a luminous ball near Venus and Jupiter, performing loopings.
• An observation by colleague Mme L. on March 7th of a red ball with white flashing lights, 20 km south of their home.
• An observation by an inhabitant 20 km west of their home on February 28th of silent objects with red and green flashing lights, similar to those observed by the author.
• An observation by investigator Mr. T. on February 28th of an orange ball, twice the brightness of Venus, moving slightly upward.
• An observation by Professor G. on February 17th/18th of a narrow, elongated triangle of uniform bright green color, moving rapidly across the sky.
• An observation by student J.L.G. on February 28th of a large, oval dark gray mass with a flashing red light in the center, deemed not to be an airplane.
• J.L.G.'s second observation on February 28th of a mysterious luminous point moving in a seemingly disordered manner, appearing and disappearing.

Subjective and Physical Effects

The author details subjective and physical effects experienced during this period. After the February 16th observation, he felt a profound sense of peace and remained awake all night. He experienced dreams involving the observation and an invisible entity. He also noted a widespread feeling of "enchantment" among people around him, which abruptly ceased on February 19th. This period was marked by unusual errors at his workplace and a general sense of people being overwhelmed. He also reported weight loss (4 kg) and a temporary rise in blood pressure, despite feeling energetic. These physical effects were noted by two different doctors, one of whom seemed embarrassed by the findings.

Analysis and Conclusions

The analyses consistently suggest that the observed phenomena cannot be explained by conventional aircraft or known objects. The objects exhibited intelligent behavior, seemingly interacting with the observers. The author posits a possible connection between the observers and the objects, and notes that the behavior might have been influenced by the means of observation (telescope vs. naked eye). The distance and size of the objects were estimated, with one calculation suggesting a 9-meter object at a distance of 6 km, and another estimating a 9-meter object at 400 m.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes are the detailed, systematic observation of UAP, the meticulous investigation of sightings, and the exploration of potential explanations beyond conventional ones. The author's stance is one of open-minded inquiry, seeking rational explanations while acknowledging the anomalous nature of the phenomena. There is a strong emphasis on witness testimony, personal experience, and the subjective and physical effects on the observers. The document reflects a period of intense interest in UAP, with multiple independent sightings and a desire to understand their nature and origin.

This document, likely an excerpt from a specialized publication focusing on UFOs (OVNIs) and related phenomena, details a series of events and observations occurring primarily in February and March 1975. It presents a chronological account of alleged UFO sightings, personal experiences, and associated anomalous phenomena, with a strong emphasis on the interconnectedness of these events and their potential psychological and electromagnetic implications. The author, who appears to be a researcher or participant in these events, attempts to analyze and interpret the data, proposing a theory that the phenomenon is influenced by human thought and consciousness.

Chronological Account of Events

The document begins with an observation on a Friday evening, where a witness describes a pulsating red object moving south, similar to a previous sighting. The object was observed for 30-40 seconds and made no noise.

Saturday, March 1st: The author and his wife discuss a dream, which they interpret as having pedagogical significance. Simultaneously, witness JL.G. arrives, agitated, to recount his own observation from the previous evening, accompanied by two classmates, Frank C. and Pascale C. Pascale C. shares two observations from over a year prior, including one from Brittany. The author notes a recurring initial 'G' among recent witnesses.

Sunday, March 9th: JL.G. reports a third observation, involving luminous points that merged twice with Venus, and mysterious dotted clouds.

Sunday, March 16th: Two witnesses observe a rectangular, pale rose object hovering over the forest near M...., which then disappears suddenly.

Annexed Facts (Other than OVNI Phenomena):

• Sunday, February 16th: A colleague of the author, Mme L. (30 years old), experiences a strong, inexplicable pain in her right side while walking in the forest. The pain persists through the night and prevents her from working. She later reports thinking of the author during this episode. A subsequent medical examination and X-ray reveal nothing. Her blood pressure is inexplicably found to be 11-8, a level she had never reached before.
• Following the February 16th experience: The author and his wife experience frequent telepathic awakenings, with their son crying out in his sleep. Mme L.'s 5-year-old son also reportedly woke up crying.
• Malfunctioning Timepieces: The watches of Mme L., another colleague, and the author's wife's alarm clock begin to malfunction, showing significant delays or advances, despite previously working correctly.
• February 15th: The author's company faces a difficult situation regarding the potential dismissal of a problematic employee. The author intensely focuses his thoughts on the employee leaving, and inexplicably, the employee resigns the following Monday (February 17th), the first day of what the author calls 'the enchantment'.
• March 3rd: The author's wife, while typing a letter to an OVNI researcher and listening to music, hears a soft whistling and a harmonious, light, airy music that contrasts with the radio. She experiences a sudden chill and later a great fatigue. She opens the window, but everything appears normal outside.
• January: The author's wife applies for a part-time secretarial job but is not hired. However, on February 19th (the end of 'the enchantment'), she is contacted and offered a replacement position with better hours and a significantly higher salary. The employer seems unsure why he made the offer.
• February 26th - March 4th: Mme G., an OVNI witness from August 1974, reports incomprehensible phenomena around her, including noises, a burnt smell, vibrations, the disappearance of an object, and an anxious perception of a world with shadows and profound silence.

Dreams and Psychic Experiences:

• Night of February 28th - March 1st: The author dreams of accompanying people to their car and seeing extraterrestrials in a field. He approaches them, and they communicate with him. He is then repulsed into a house with many people, where he realizes the beings are extraterrestrials with metallic eyes that try to hypnotize him. He understands they are creating discord among humans. He also perceives the situation as a form of 'farming' or 'breeding'. Upon waking, he feels extreme fatigue and heightened excitement.
• Night of March 2nd - 3rd: The author dreams of waking up to a flash of light and finding himself in a large, square house with people who appear poor and have suffered. He sees a young woman with an ulcer. He then finds himself in a street, observing luminous points that grow and burst, which everyone seems to find normal. He senses a connection to someone from the house.
• Night of March 4th - 5th: The author's wife dreams of someone near her, observing her. She then descends through a tube-like structure into various rooms. She is treated courteously but feels threatened, sensing that these beings are searching for something precious. She realizes she is being used to find something important, like a truffle pig. She is surveilled and must outwit them. She finds traces of past inhabitants and torture in caves. She retrieves a large molar, a crucial piece of evidence, which she hides. The group eventually realizes someone possesses the proof, leading to suspicion. Three women in white suits, helmets, and boots appear, resembling miners or construction workers.
• Night of March 4th - 5th (continued): The author's wife describes a 'search' where she hides a molar. A woman with long, steel hands, described as a robot, searches her. The molar disappears. She suspects a little girl named Annie has it and retrieves it, promising her another toy.
• Night of March 4th - 5th (continued): The author's wife dreams of a 'curious music' coming from nowhere.
• Night of March 7th: The author's wife has a 'ufological' dream.

Annexed Phenomena (Electrical):

• February 17th: An important power surge is recorded at the author's workplace, with the indicator showing 265 KW, far exceeding the subscribed 100 KW and the transformer's capacity of 250 KW. The circuit breaker, set at 180 KW, did not trip. An EDF engineer could not explain this anomaly.
• February 19th: The power indicator shows 155 KW. This occurs during the 'enchantment' period, during which the author felt he was transmitting thoughts over long distances.
• February 24th: The indicator shows 101 KW.
• Analysis of Power Surges: The EDF engineer suggests that energy might have been inexplicably 'pumped' between the meter and the circuit breaker for an indeterminate duration. The lack of a graphic recorder prevents precise timing.
• February Bill: The February EDF bill shows a normal consumption between 18,000 and 22,000 KW/h, with no indication of the recorded surges. The 17th February reading curiously matches the transformer's maximum capacity, as if an attempt was made to 'pump' maximum energy without endangering the installation.

Annexed Phenomena (Magnetic):

• Known Causes of Terrestrial Magnetic Field Variations: Primarily solar activity (sunspots, eruptions). In periods of low solar activity, variations are considered terrestrial, possibly due to unknown 'telluric currents'. Weak variations can repeat every 27 days (solar rotation period).
• POHER's Work: Noted for showing a parallelism between daily magnetic declination variations and the number of known OVNI observations during the 1954 wave.
• Magnetic Recording of Chambon-la-Forêt (February 16th): A sudden magnetic variation occurred during the experience, between 6 PM and 8:30 PM. This variation was brutal and began when the decision was made to leave for the experience. Solar activity was null during this period, but it coincided with the 27-day magnetic agitation cycle.
• Comparison of Magnetic Data: Recordings from Hartland (England) and Wingst (Germany) show the same perturbation. Recordings from Kakioka (Japan) and Toulangi (Australia), and Fredericksburg (USA) show a much weaker agitation. The perturbation appears localized to Western Europe.
• Conclusion on Magnetic Perturbation: A brutal magnetic perturbation occurred on February 16th, not attributable to the sun and seemingly localized to Western Europe. The causes of terrestrial magnetism are poorly understood, making definitive attribution difficult.

Chronological Recap of Events (February 16th - March 16th)

• Feb 16th (Afternoon): Passionate discussion about OVNIs; decision to conduct an experiment; departure; brutal magnetic perturbation at Chambon-la-Forêt.
• Feb 16th (6 PM): Enormous and inexplicable power consumption surge at Enterprise C.
• Feb 16th (7:10 PM): OVNI observation on the ground, imitating tractor lights, disappearing rapidly.
• Feb 16th (7:15 PM - 8:30 PM): Observation of luminous points.
• Feb 16th (8 PM): A colleague of C. experiences a sudden, inexplicable pain.
• Feb 16th (8:30 PM): End of the experiment; end of magnetic perturbation at Chambon-la-Forêt.
• Night of Feb 16th: Feeling of great peace. A's beard does not grow. His watch loses 15 minutes. He dreams of OVNIs. 'Warning' felt through the name Aristarque of Samos.
• Feb 17th (3 AM): OVNI observation in Côte d'Or by M. G., a colleague of A.
• Feb 17th (7 PM): C. experiences 'enchantment' and communicates her state of mind to her entourage, attributed to an inexplicable result of 'thought action' from the previous week.
• Feb 18th (7 PM): OVNI appearance at A..., where an experience was attempted by C and D.
• Feb 18th (Night): Continuation of 'enchantment' for C. New OVNI appearance at A....
• Feb 19th (Morning): OVNI dream by C; telepathic awakening with his wife and son.
• Feb 19th (4 PM): New power consumption surge recorded.
• Feb 19th (4 PM): End of 'enchantment'; inexplicable result of 'thought action' by D.
• Feb 20th (8:15 PM): Probable OVNI observation by C.
• Feb 21st: Confirmation of an inexplicable increase in C.'s blood pressure. Similar observation for her colleague, Mme L. Mme L. cannot shake the name GAUSS from her mind.
• Feb 27th (8 PM): OVNI observation by young G..., a student at C.E.S. de A.
• Feb 28th (8 PM): New observation by young G....
• Feb 28th (7:25 PM - 9 PM): OVNI observation at Montargis, probable by A and B.
• Feb 28th (7:45 PM - 9 PM): OVNI observation at Amilly by T..., an investigator for LDLN.
• Feb 28th (Night): Observation of several OVNIs by an inhabitant of a locality 20 km west of M....
• March 2nd (Night): 'Ufological' dream, very significant for A.
• March 3rd (Night): OVNI dream by D.
• March 4th (Night): D. hears curious music from nowhere.
• March 7th (7:30 PM): 'Ufological' dream, very significant for D.
• March 7th (8 PM - 9 PM): OVNI observation by Mme L., a colleague of C.
• March 8th (7:55 PM): New OVNI observation by C, D, and E, more significant than the one on February 28th.
• March 9th (8 PM): Probable OVNI observation by D.
• March 16th (10 PM): Third observation of an OVNI by young G....
• March 16th (10:30 PM): Observation of a rectangular OVNI over the forest of M. by two witnesses known to A.

Conclusion of the Analysis:

On March 16th, exactly one month after the February 16th experience, the curtain seems to fall on this affair, and the analysis begins.

Comments and Hypotheses

The mimetic behavior of the phenomenon (imitating tractor lights, aircraft lights) is not surprising and has been highlighted by GIRAUD's research. The author's 'Corbelin experiment' aimed to verify his 'experimental theoretical model' of the OVNI phenomenon, which suggests it is an objective creation of the human mind. While one experiment is insufficient for conclusion, the author believes that, barring improbable coincidences, they have significantly influenced the events.

It is regrettable that definitive conclusions could not be reached regarding the electrical power surges and magnetic perturbation. The timing of the magnetic perturbation, coinciding with the decision to conduct the experiment and not the observation itself, suggests the phenomenon began when decided and was induced by the participants.

The subsequent OVNI observations, whether personal or reported, seemed to revolve around the participants, indicating a strong, almost undeniable link between the witness, the phenomenon, and the researcher, a connection also noted by other researchers.

The associated effects suggest the affair extends beyond just the OVNI phenomenon itself, possibly being more important. The 'contagion' effect observed with people in the author's entourage is considered highly significant, implying that effects experienced by OVNI witnesses spread from person to person, potentially transforming humanity.

The author expresses astonishment at the results of this experiment, where seemingly only the power of thought was involved, yet immense energy appeared to be used, and uninvolved individuals suffered significant effects.

Conclusion:

The authors consider it certain that the phenomenon responds to a solicitation of thought. This allows for explanations beyond 'manipulation by a system X', suggesting 'coincidences' between the researcher's hypotheses and the subsequent manifestations of the OVNI phenomenon.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this document are the interconnectedness of OVNI sightings with psychological and electromagnetic phenomena, the potential for human consciousness and thought to influence or even create these events, and the idea of a 'contagion' effect spreading these experiences. The editorial stance is one of active research and hypothesis testing, with a strong inclination towards a mind-matter interaction model for understanding OVNIs. The author views the phenomenon not as an external, independent entity, but as something deeply intertwined with human perception and intention.

This document, page 25 of an issue from YOPEC UNIVERSITY in November 1975, delves into psychological interpretations of Unidentified Flying Object (UFO) phenomena. The primary focus is on exploring how human psychology, particularly the collective unconscious, might be involved in the study and perception of UFOs.

Psychological Explanations for UFO Phenomena

The article begins by referencing Carl Jung's approach to psychological explanations for UFOs, without definitively stating a material nature for the phenomena. It draws a parallel with Jung's study of astrological affinities between couples. Initially, Jung found a perfect correlation in a sample, but upon re-examination with a larger sample, the correlation dropped to 50%, and in a third sample, it was no longer statistically significant, suggesting a form of unconscious data selection.

Applying this to ufology, the author proposes that UFO researchers might unconsciously guide the selection of data that supports their existing hypotheses. This 'selective data channeling' is suggested to occur through 'impossible circuits' familiar to experienced researchers. This hypothesis implies that many UFO manifestations might go unnoticed because they do not fit the researcher's preconceived notions.

Another hypothesis presented is the 'unconscious provocation' of the phenomenon by the researcher themselves, or at least an unconscious influence on it. Under this view, each researcher would be convinced of their hypothesis because it appears to be supported by their findings, leading to endless controversies among researchers.

The Collective Unconscious Hypothesis

A more profound hypothesis suggests that the phenomenon is 'created' by the collective unconscious. This would explain aspects of 'orthoteny' (a term likely related to patterns or alignments) observed in UFO cases, as seen in references to "Le Renard et le Lapin" (The Fox and the Rabbit). If the forms and behaviors of the phenomenon originate from the collective unconscious, they would automatically manifest within the unconscious of the 'trickster' (farceur), who would then be compelled to create a 'canular' (hoax or elaborate prank) that spreads throughout the network.

Critiques and Scientific Rigor

The author clarifies that these hypotheses are not presented as definitive truths but as alternative explanations to the idea of a 'System X' manipulating events. The 'System X' hypothesis, which posits manipulation by an external intelligence, is deemed not experimentally verifiable. The author quotes Aimé Michel, who stated that a hypothesis is only scientific if it allows for experimentation; otherwise, it is merely philosophical.

Ongoing Research and Future Directions

Statistical studies are currently underway that appear to support the idea of the phenomenon being 'created' by the human mind. However, the author emphasizes that it is too early to draw firm conclusions and promises to revisit the topic in the future. The article concludes by noting its origin from YOPEC UNIVERSITY in November 1975.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes revolve around the psychological underpinnings of UFO phenomena, the nature of scientific inquiry in ufology, and the potential for unconscious bias in research. The editorial stance appears to be one of open-minded exploration of various hypotheses, while maintaining a critical perspective on what constitutes scientific validity, favoring empirically testable theories over purely philosophical ones. There is a clear inclination towards exploring the role of human consciousness and the collective unconscious in shaping our understanding and perception of UFOs.