Interplanetary Intelligence Report - vol 1 no 3

Magazine Overview

This issue of the Interplanetary Intelligence Report, dated September 1965, Volume 1, Number 3, is dedicated to "The Truth About Flying Saucers." The cover poses the questions: "WHAT ARE THEY? WHERE ARE THEY FROM? WHY ARE THEY HERE?" and highlights "FLYING SAUCERS SIGHTED OVER OKLAHOMA CITY."

IIOUFO Mission and Structure

The IIOUFO (Interplanetary Intelligence of Unidentified Flying Objects) was established to scientifically investigate UFOs and determine if they pose a threat to planetary security or are alien interplanetary vehicles. The organization operates in three phases: detection, investigation, and reporting; analysis and evaluation by a Scientific Panel; and dissemination of information through the Board of Directors. Membership is free and open to all interested persons. The IIOUFO maintains an open mind, neither endorsing nor rejecting claims of contactees. After eight years of investigation, they have found no evidence that UFOs represent a threat or are interplanetary spaceships.

State Directors and Research

The magazine lists State Directors responsible for reporting UFO activity in their respective states and mentions the need for directors in several states. The IIOUFO Research Laboratory is located at 3300 N. Bryant, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, with East Coast Headquarters in St. Petersburg, Florida.

Contents Overview

The table of contents reveals a wide range of articles, including "Statement of policy," "Personal Opinions," "Editorial," "The Invasion Begins" (spanning multiple pages), "Radar Photo Wichita," "Junction City UFO Photo," "July 23, 1965 UFO Photo," "Buenos Aires Photo," "Colorado Spring Photo," "Squadrons Sighted," "UFO & Mariner 4," "UFOs sighted on Mars," "The Invasion Continues," and articles on "Kirkpatrick Planetarium," "Terrw Space Exploration," "Air Force Investigation," "IIOUFO International," and "UFO at Oklahoma City."

Personal Opinions

Several prominent figures share their views on UFOs:

• Dr. Hermann Oberth: "I believe that UFOs do exist, are very real and are spaceships from another solar system."
• Lord Dowding: "I believe that there is overwhelming evidence that there are people on other planets who are operating through Flying Saucers in our atmosphere."
• Vice-Adm R.H. Hillenoetter (former CIA director): "The unknown objects are operating under intelligent control. It is imperative that we learn where they come from."
• Barry Goldwater: "I am indeed interested in UFO's. I frankly feel that there is a great deal to this and have discussed it often with many Air Force officers."

The Story Behind The Cover

The cover story details a significant increase in UFO sightings starting in Europe and then the United States in early June 1965. The peak occurred on Sunday, August 1st, 1965, when thousands of unidentified flying objects were sighted over the central United States. Radio and television programs were interrupted. Squadrons of eighteen disks were sighted over Brazil, and ten UFOs were seen over Lake Superior flying at 9,000 mph. Four UFOs were sighted over Oklahoma City and Cape Kennedy flying at 6,000 mph. These objects appeared as bright lights, estimated to be 40-60 feet across, flying at altitudes of 10,000 to 22,000 feet, exhibiting various colors (red, green, blue, white). They were observed by thousands across nine states, with Oklahoma State Highway Patrol troopers confirming many sightings. The Air Force released a report discrediting these sightings as "stars," but the article asserts that the objects were not earth craft and some landed. Hayden C. Hewes of IIOUFO was notified of the "invasion" by the Oklahoma Highway Patrol.

The Invasion Begins

This section, authored by Hayden C. Hewes, lists numerous UFO sightings from around the world in June and July 1965. It includes reports from the Antarctic, Oklahoma City, Valensole (France), Buenos Aires (Argentina), Fort Pierce (Florida), Azores, Portugal, Texas, and Australia. Descriptions range from glowing objects and multi-colored discs to cigar-shaped craft and those with protruding rods. The article notes that some UFOs were photographed and that sightings often involved unusual maneuvers and lights.

The Main Invasion Wave

This section details the events of July 31, 1965, and August 1, 1965, focusing on sightings in Oklahoma. Officer Lewis Sikes of Wynnewood, Oklahoma, reported an unidentified object approximately 30-35° NE of Wynnewood. The object was also tracked by radar from Tinker AFB and Carswell AFB. Sikes described the UFO as white with a blue-green center and a red rotating light, estimated to be five miles away. The object exhibited intelligent control, abruptly gaining and losing altitude. On August 1st, squadrons of UFOs were sighted over Oklahoma City and near Shawnee, flying in diamond formations at high altitudes. Reports also came in from other states and even Brazil, where 18 flying saucers were seen. In Michigan, radar detected 7-10 objects moving in a V formation over Lake Superior at 9,000 mph.

Air Force Checking 'Fantastic' Sightings of UFO in State

This article from The Daily Oklahoman reports on the widespread UFO sightings in Oklahoma on Sunday night, August 1, 1965. The sightings, confirmed by Tinker Air Force Base radar, involved objects described as diamond-shaped and changing colors. The article quotes police and highway patrol officers who witnessed the events. It also mentions the Air Force's initial statement that the sightings were "astronomical in nature," possibly referring to planets like Jupiter or stars. However, Dale Johnson of the IIOUFO Scientific Panel questions the Air Force's information, stating that planets and stars are not visible in that part of the sky at that time. The article also notes reports of UFOs landing, including one near Sapulpa, Oklahoma, where a large, oblong object left evidence in the grass.

UFOs Photographed

This section presents photographic evidence of UFOs. A "Junction City Photo" taken on August 1st, 1965, by George Goodson, reportedly captured eight ovals that were not visible to the naked eye at the time. Another photograph from July 23, 1965, taken by August Powell near San Francisco, shows a dark cylindrical-shaped UFO moving west to east. The article notes that many persons in Oklahoma described similar objects.

UFO Creating Signal Static For Mariner?

This article reports on a mysterious glowing object sighted near Canberra airport in Australia while the U.S. Mariner space probe was photographing Mars. Air traffic control officers observed the object hovering at about 5,000 feet for 40 minutes. The sighting occurred shortly before the Tidninbilla tracking station experienced difficulty locking onto Mariner signals, leading to speculation about a connection.

UFOs Sighted On Mars

This article delves into historical observations of Mars, starting with Giovanni V. Schiaparelli's discovery of "canali" (lines) in 1877, which he believed were artificial waterways. It discusses Percival Lowell's observations and theories about life on Mars, including sightings of "shafts of light" and "yellow clouds." The article also mentions the discovery of Mars' two satellites, Phobos and Deimos, by Asaph Hall. It poses the question of whether Martians were forced to construct canals to retard water evaporation. The section concludes with a list of "IIOUFO ACTIVITIES" in August 1965, including lectures and radio discussions.

The Invasion Continues

This section continues the report on UFO sightings with a photo from Sherman, Texas, showing a large unidentified flying object. It details sightings over Seattle, Washington, described as red and green, and a red UFO near Mount Rainier. Another photo from Oklahoma City shows 14 dark oval objects. The article reiterates that these sightings are real and asks what they are and where they come from.

The Aliens?

This article recounts a report from 1949 about an unidentified flying object landing on a ranch near Aztec, Mexico. A two-man crew was found dead, one apparently from "the Bends." Scientists from Denver transported the saucer, marked as "ammunition," to Wright-Patterson AFB. The article questions what the scientists discovered and states the saucer was propelled by electromagnetic power and traveled at the speed of light. A photo labeled "little men" is included.

Man Says He Saw 'Flying Saucer'

This article from The Oklahoma Journal features an interview with an anonymous Air Force weather observer who claims to have seen a "flying saucer" over Norman, Oklahoma, on Sunday night. He described it as moving rapidly, pitched at a 45-degree angle, with two sets of revolving, pulsating lights surrounded by a bluish halo. He compared it to a "spotlight on the ground." The observer used a telescope to differentiate it from planets and stars, which appeared to change color and bounce. He also noted that it was unlike a nearby aircraft.

Air Force Doesn't Believe in Flying Saucers

This article from The Sunday Oklahoman reports on the Air Force's official stance, as articulated by Major Hector Quintanilla Jr. of Project Blue Book. He states that the Air Force does not believe in flying saucers and attributes over 9,000 investigated UFO reports to natural phenomena, including planets (Jupiter), stars, balloons, aircraft, and atmospheric conditions like "scintillation" and "inversions." He dismisses radar sightings at Tinker AFB as potentially misidentified ground objects due to inversions. Quintanilla lists ten categories for UFO sightings, including balloons, aircraft, meteors, satellites, planets, and hoaxes. While admitting some cases remain unsolved, he asserts there is no indication of extraterrestrial origin or a threat to national security.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are the widespread and increasing number of UFO sightings, the characteristics of these objects, and the ongoing debate between civilian investigators like IIOUFO and official government bodies like the Air Force. IIOUFO presents itself as a diligent, open-minded organization seeking truth, while the Air Force, represented by Project Blue Book, offers conventional explanations for the phenomena. The issue highlights a tension between eyewitness accounts and official skepticism, with a clear editorial stance favoring the reality of the sightings and the need for further investigation, while acknowledging the lack of definitive proof of extraterrestrial origin.

This issue of the "Kirkpatrick Planetarium" publication, dated September 1965, focuses on UFOs, space exploration, and the local planetarium in Oklahoma City. It features articles on the Kirkpatrick Planetarium, Soviet lunar missions, the IIOUFO organization, and the U.S. Air Force's Project Blue Book.

Kirkpatrick Planetarium

Dale Johnson, Assistant Planetarium Director, introduces the Kirkpatrick Planetarium at the Oklahoma Science And Arts Foundation Building in Fair Park, Oklahoma City. He highlights its growth from a rare facility to one now found in hundreds of towns. The planetarium is described as more than just a room, serving as a significant aid to education and culture by bringing the wonders of the universe to the public. It invites the community to experience the 'Theatre of the Sky.'

The planetarium is currently presenting several shows: 'Next Stop The Moon' (July 3 - September 19), 'Frontiers of Space' (September 25 - October 3), and 'The Other 99,999,999,999' (October 9 - November 14). Public presentations are scheduled for Saturdays at 2:15, 3:30, and 7:45 p.m., and Sundays at 2:15 and 3:30 p.m. Admission is $.75 for adults and $.50 for children under 12.

Ranger 8 and Moon Photography

An article discusses a photograph taken by Ranger 8 four minutes before its impact on the Moon at 1:57 a.m. PST on February 20, 1965, in the Sea of Tranquillity. Information from an IIOUFO Scientific Panel member suggests that certain features, specifically two long parallel rills, could not be satisfactorily explained by terrestrial geologists. These rills are speculated to be settling cracks within a crater wall, similar to terrestrial 'ring dykes.'

Soviet Lunar Missions: Lunik 3 and Zond 3

The issue details two Soviet lunar missions. Lunik 3, launched on October 4, 1959, photographed the far side of the moon for 40 minutes from a distance of 37,000 to 43,000 miles, providing humanity's first view of the moon's hidden side. An inquiry to N. Khrushchev resulted in the IIOUFO receiving photographs, illustrations, and flight plans. The USSR's next lunar photography mission was Zond 3, launched on July 18, 1965. Its photographs, taken from distances ranging from 7,200 to 6,500 miles, were intended to map the entire moon, front and back. The photos captured features with shadows due to sidelighting from the sun. The Zond 3 vehicle transmitted its pictures back to Earth on July 29, 1965.

IIOUFO Featured and Radio Program

The IIOUFO (International Headquarters of Unidentified Flying Objects) is highlighted for its coverage on NBC News 'Monitor' on August 21, 1965, during a 12-hour broadcast on unidentified flying objects. The program included telephone calls from across the U.S. and input from leading UFO researchers, based on a 30-minute tape supplied by KOCY and IIOUFO Oklahoma City.

Furthermore, IIOUFO announces a weekly radio program on KWHP-FM (97.7) every Saturday afternoon between 1 and 2 p.m. The program, titled 'IIOUFO UFO,' will discuss various aspects of the UFO mystery, from ancient history to the 1947 wave, including military and civilian sightings, radar cases, and electromagnetic sightings. Special guests will be interviewed, such as Mr. and Mrs. Wes Pitchford, who observed a UFO over Edmond, Oklahoma, on August 1st. Viewers with questions or those wishing to be guests can write to UFO PROGRAM, % IIOUFO, 3005 West Eubanks, Oklahoma City, or KWHP, Edmond, Oklahoma.

IIOUFO International Headquarters

Plans are underway for a new IIOUFO International Headquarters to be built in Oklahoma City at a cost of approximately $150,000. The facility will be divided into four parts, with the first dome open 24 hours a day to the public, offering UFO information, photographs, and sighting reports. A large dome will house main offices and a small observatory, while the main lecture auditorium will be underground. The back dome will be the top of an underground house.

Air Force UFO Investigation: Project Blue Book

This section details the U.S. Air Force's Project Blue Book, which has been investigating unidentified flying objects (UFOs) since 1948, previously known as Project Sign and Project Grudge. The program's objectives are twofold: to determine if UFOs pose a threat to U.S. security and to ascertain if they exhibit unique scientific information or advanced technology. Project Blue Book aims to identify and explain all reported UFO sightings. The Air Force no longer distributes outdated reports from Project Sign, Project Grudge, or Blue Book Special Report No. 14. Non-military UFO publications should be obtained from their publishers.

A table presents UFO sightings data from 1947 to 1965, showing the total number of sightings and the number classified as 'unknown' for each year. The total number of sightings reported from 1947 to 1965 is 9,267, with 663 classified as unknown.

Cover Story: Flying Saucer Mystery Still Unsolved

The cover features a dramatic headline: 'Flying Saucer Mystery Still. Unsolved UFO Tracked At 9,000 mph, Jet Interceptors Scrambled. Several Photographs Obtained In Recent "INVASION" WAVE. "Saucer & Crew" Captured 1950.' The accompanying illustration depicts a flying saucer over waves. The cover also includes the address for the International Headquarters of Interplanetary Intelligence of Unidentified Flying Objects at 3005 West Eubanks, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, U.S.A., and a handwritten address for William E. Welch in Providence, Rhode Island.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are the investigation and reporting of UFO phenomena, the role of scientific institutions (like planetariums and research organizations) in understanding these phenomena, and the public's interest in space and the unknown. The editorial stance appears to be one of active engagement with UFO reports, encouraging public participation through sightings and inquiries, and disseminating information through various media, including radio and publications. There is a clear emphasis on the IIOUFO as a central organization for collecting and analyzing UFO data.