Klipprunden - 1984 04 13

Magazine Overview

This issue of KLIPP & INFORMASJONS SERVICE, dated Friday, April 13, 1984, features a collection of articles and reports related to UFO phenomena. The publication appears to be a Norwegian-language magazine or newsletter focused on ufology.

Editorial Content

The issue begins with a personal note from the editor, 'Odd-fumar,' who mentions that the snow has melted and that the 'clips' (likely news clippings or reports) are starting to pick up again. He expresses skepticism towards reports signed by NIVFO, suggesting they might be an attempt to discredit their project. He finds another clipping more interesting and hopes it will yield significant information.

The editor also notes an increase in orders for new T-shirts and merchandise, with the first shipments going out soon. He mentions that these items will be available for sale at the upcoming 'landsmøtet' (national meeting). He also provides an update on the service's normal volume of dispatches and plans to send out a list of recipients with addresses in a couple of weeks, estimating around thirty participants.

A significant part of the editorial discusses the magazine 'UFO' and its upcoming issue. The editor has received a preview of a booklet from 'Brosjyresentralen' and is sending a copy of page 7, where they are represented. He encourages readers to submit articles for 'UFO' by April 15th, acknowledging that some delay might be acceptable. The issue also promises regular features such as 'ARGANGS UFOer' (UFOs of the Year) and new presentations of periodicals from 'distant corners of the globe.' A new regular feature called 'GODBITEN' (The Tidbit) is introduced, which will feature noteworthy items.

The editor concludes by asking readers to contribute material to be distributed and wishes everyone a happy Easter.

Article: UFO over Tysfjord

This article, clipped from 'FREMOVER' in Narvik, reports on an orange-colored light phenomenon observed in the sky over Tysfjord. Gry Pande recounts seeing the lights on a clear, starry night around 10:15 PM. The lights moved in a jerky manner, appearing to get closer before suddenly disappearing. The report notes that an ordinary aircraft (Widerøes Twin Otter) passed by at the same time in the opposite direction, making it possible to distinguish the phenomenon from a plane.

Article: <<UFO-påstander>> skal undersøkes

This clipping from 'Adresseavisen' in Trondheim reports that UFO claims from Hessdalen are to be investigated more closely. The Norwegian Institute for Scientific Research and Information (NIVFO), in collaboration with the Meteorological Institute and the Weather Forecasting Service, will establish a meteorological station in Hessdalen. Observations are scheduled to take place throughout April, with one person, regional manager Jan Krogh, staffing the station and conducting observations every three hours. NIVFO has proposed plasma theories, while others have offered different explanations for the light phenomena. The aim is to gather reliable data to confirm or refute these theories.

Article: Vitenskapen mobiliserer i Hessdalen: Værballonger mot UFO

This article from 'Arbeider-Avisa' in Trondheim states that claims of UFOs in Hessdalen are mere speculation and that science aims to provide natural explanations. Jan S. Krogh, head of department at NIVFO, will be in Hessdalen with advanced equipment. Throughout April, residents can observe weather balloons, not UFOs. NIVFO is working on a theory about plasma phenomena, which they first presented in November. This time, they are equipped with meteorological instruments to study wind conditions, believing that observed phenomena might be reflections in the air due to specific wind patterns. The article mentions that the first weather balloon was launched on April 1st, and the Meteorological Institute in Oslo is participating to debunk UFO theories.

Magazine Advertisements and Listings

Pages 3, 5, and 6 feature advertisements and order forms for various magazines and educational institutions. These include:

• Folkehøyskoler (Folk High Schools): Nordfjord, Sund, Soltun, and others, offering various courses and programs.
• Tidsskrifter (Magazines): TIQUE (fashion, beauty, interior), Foreldre & Barn (parenting), Sjøsport (boating), Mikrodata (computers), Dyade (culture, psychology), Affords (photo equipment), and Sony products.
• Fotografi (Photography): A magazine for photography enthusiasts.
• Computerword Norge: A publication for the Norwegian computer industry.
• Trav og Galoppnytt: A publication for horse racing enthusiasts.

Article: Rumbaby fundet i live siger russerne

This article, attributed to Charles Parmiter and Henry Gris and published in 'Enquirer,' details the discovery of an alien baby near Frunze, Russia. According to the report, a UFO crashed on July 14th, and before the craft exploded, a baby was ejected. The baby, described as having purple eyes and webbing between its fingers, survived in an egg-shaped capsule. It was transported to the Frunze Medical Institute, where doctors attempted to keep it alive for 11 weeks under intense security. The baby was approximately one year old by human standards, with a slightly larger heart and normal brainwaves, suggesting potential telepathic and telekinetic abilities. The baby had no hair, eyebrows, or eyelashes, and its pupils were light purple. It never closed its eyes and showed no signs of attempting to walk, crawl, talk, laugh, or cry. Despite the efforts, the baby died on October 3rd, 1983, from a severe infection, as doctors had feared due to its lack of natural immunity.

Abstracts (from Ovni-présence)

Page 4 and 5 contain abstracts from the French ufology magazine 'Ovni-présence,' translated into English. These include:

• ABDUCTIONS, "E.T.S" AND BIRTH TRAUMA: Alvin H. Lawson's theory that abduction reports are related to birth trauma, suggesting abductees might be reliving traumatic birth experiences under hypnosis.
• ALL ABOUT EUGENIO SIRAGUSA: A profile of the Italian contactee, discussing his life and the controversies surrounding him.
• THE VIEW FROM THE GAISBERG: A report on the first international UPIAR Colloquium on human sciences and UFO phenomena in Salzburg, Austria, featuring various theories presented.
• THE EDGE OF REALITY: A critique of Hynek & Vallée's book, offering an opinion on its assertions.
• UFOS AND SF: An exploration of the relationship between UFOs and science fiction, noting similarities between UFO reports and sci-fi narratives. This section mentions Bertrand Méheust and Jacques Bergier.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are UFO sightings, scientific investigations into unexplained phenomena, and the potential connection between UFOs and science fiction. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry, encouraging reader contributions and presenting a mix of reports, scientific perspectives, and more sensational accounts like the 'Rumbaby' story. There is a clear interest in distinguishing between genuine phenomena and speculation, as evidenced by the Hessdalen investigation and the discussion on science fiction influences.