Klipprunden - 1986 11 23

Magazine Overview

This issue of Landsstyrenytt, dated November 23, 1986, is a Norwegian publication focusing on UFO phenomena, research, and related topics like biorythms and weather prediction. The magazine features a collection of articles and newspaper clippings that explore these subjects, offering both eyewitness accounts and scientific perspectives.

Editorial Content

The issue opens with a personal reflection on the changing seasons and the ongoing efforts of Landsstyrenytt and ARGUS to satisfy their readers. It mentions two significant clippings that have escaped their usual scrutiny, attributed to NIVFO and Leif Havik, hinting at exciting content. A committee meeting is tentatively scheduled for December 14th in Oslo. The editorial also highlights the challenges faced with the magazine's production, specifically a stubborn computer that caused delays in printing the Christmas issue, and a lost envelope in the mail.

Article: "Draget mot Det Ukjente" (The Pull Towards the Unknown)

This feature article, likely from Arbeider-Avisa, details the Hessdalen phenomenon, where strange lights were observed between 1981 and 1985. It describes a research project led by Sivilingeniør Erling Strand, who, along with a team from UFO-Norge, used advanced equipment like radar and lasers to measure the phenomena. The project resulted in an English report that gained international recognition. The article notes that in 1985, when Strand returned with more equipment, the lights had disappeared, leaving the cause uncertain.

Erling Strand, described as a UFO expert and the driving force behind the Hessdalen project, is interviewed. He emphasizes that UFOs are not to be believed in but rather studied scientifically. He discusses the challenges of explaining these phenomena, noting that while many sightings have rational explanations, a significant portion remain unexplained. Strand is hesitant to offer definitive conclusions but is driven by curiosity and the scientific process.

Article: "UFO i Alvdal?" (UFO in Alvdal?)

This report from Østlendingen describes a sighting by Bjarne Grinden in Alvdal on a Tuesday evening. He observed a round, red, luminous object hovering in the sky. The object moved slightly and was accompanied by two light streaks before stopping again. Several other residents of Alvdal also reported seeing the object, which was described as silent and not an aircraft.

Article: "Nye mystiske lys over Hessdalen" (New Mysterious Lights Over Hessdalen)

This article from Arbeider-Avisa reports on renewed sightings of mysterious lights in Hessdalen, three years after the initial intense interest. Local residents have again observed lights moving slowly across the night sky, with the latest observation on October 20th involving a yellow-orange light that moved from north to south and hovered for at least ten minutes. Leif Havik of UFO-Norge states that the nature of these phenomena remains uncertain and that the organization keeps all possibilities open. He is preparing a book titled "UFO-fenomenet kan det umulige være mulig?" (The UFO Phenomenon: Could the Impossible Be Possible?), which will include Hessdalen observations and other international cases.

Article: "UFO-observatøren" (The UFO Observer)

This piece from Fædrelandsvennen focuses on Einar Urdal, the head of UFO-Norge's Southern Norway chapter. Urdal, a former resident of Oslo who moved to Eidsvoll, works in electronics and has a broad network in research circles. He describes his involvement with UFO-Norge, which began after a personal encounter with the unknown. He notes that while many reported sightings can be explained naturally, a small percentage remain unexplained, leading to speculation about extraterrestrial visits. Urdal emphasizes the importance of registering and cataloging these observations, despite the taboo often associated with the subject.

Article: "UFO i Murudalen" (UFO in Murudalen)

This article from Gudbrandsdølen og Lillehammer Tilskuer discusses UFO sightings and the general public's fascination with them. It references the US Air Force's extensive study of UFO reports, which concluded no evidence of extraterrestrial spacecraft. However, the article acknowledges the continued belief and the formation of UFO organizations worldwide. It speculates that if extraterrestrial beings exist, they might be technologically advanced enough to avoid direct contact due to Earth's current state of conflict and environmental issues. The article questions the naivety of believing humans are alone in the universe.

Article: "Bare bløff?" (Just Bluff?)

This section questions the authenticity of many UFO photos and reports, suggesting that most can be explained by natural phenomena, imagination, or outright deception. However, it concedes that some undeniable evidence of unknown phenomena, such as unusually bright lights moving at incredible speeds, persists. The article includes several UFO photographs with captions, including one from Pennsylvania in 1914, a disk in New Mexico in 1967, and a sighting over Linz, Austria, in 1960.

Article: "Krevende hobby" (Demanding Hobby)

This short piece reiterates Erling Strand's dedication to UFO research, describing it as a demanding hobby that requires significant time and financial investment. His expertise is sought after by UFO-Norge, and his research is driven by a desire to understand the unknown.

Article: "Ekle stedsnavn i Norge. No 1." (Ugly Place Names in Norway. No. 1.)

This is a lighthearted segment presenting a collection of unusual and potentially offensive place names in Norway. It contrasts names like 'Ranunkelven' (Buttercup Road), which is considered beautiful, with names like 'Slimveien' (Slime Road), 'Ronketorpet', 'Dritua' (a river name), and 'Drollehålå' (a location in Stavanger).

Article: "Biorytme" (Biorythm)

This article features an interview with Magne Tøhaug-Fjærvoll, who bases his weather predictions on biorythms, almanacs, and the Bible. He believes that Earth is currently in a cooling period that will last until 1996 and predicts significant weather events, including severe storms in Europe in 1990 and potential earth-tipping due to planetary alignment in 2000. Tøhaug-Fjærvoll explains that biorythms are cyclical and influence physical, emotional, and intellectual states. He also mentions his vegetarianism and hydrotherapy treatments. He notes that while biorythm research is taken seriously in some fields, like the Japanese railway system reducing accidents by 30% using biorythm checks, it is often dismissed by meteorologists.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are UFO sightings and research, with a particular focus on the Hessdalen phenomenon. There is a strong emphasis on scientific investigation and the collection of data, as exemplified by the work of UFO-Norge and its researchers. The magazine also explores the concept of biorythms and their potential application in predicting natural events, particularly weather. The editorial stance appears to be one of open-minded inquiry, encouraging the exploration of unexplained phenomena while maintaining a critical and evidence-based approach. There's a clear distinction made between belief and scientific investigation, with a preference for the latter. The inclusion of the 'ugly place names' section suggests a desire for varied content, possibly to appeal to a broader readership.