Klipprunden - 1988 01 19

Magazine Overview

This compilation, titled 'Tidligere VoG. Klipp som ARGUS overså' (Earlier VoG. Clips that ARGUS overlooked), presents a collection of newspaper clippings from late 1987, primarily focusing on UFO (Unidentified Flying Object) sightings and related discussions in Norway. The issue date is listed as December 29, 1987, and it is published by NORSKE ARGUS A-S.

Key Articles and Reports

UFO Sightings Across Norway

The central theme is the reporting of numerous UFO sightings from various locations in Norway during late 1987. These accounts often describe unusual lights, objects with distinct shapes, and unexplained aerial phenomena.

'– Vi så to UFO'er!' (We saw two UFOs!) from Hamar Arbeiderblad (December 29, 1987) details an encounter by siblings Janke and Truels Wissneth and their friend Isak Johannes near Pinnerud gård. They observed two luminous objects with lights at the bottom and top, which they are certain were not stars or conventional aircraft. Their father, Gert Wissneth, had them draw what they saw, and the descriptions matched.

'– Vi så også UFO' (We also saw a UFO) from Hamar Arbeiderblad (date not specified, but likely around the same period) features Steinar Sviggum and Kjersti Øen, who observed a luminous dome-shaped object over Hafslovannet. They describe it as a 'nifst and uforklarlig syn' (eerie and inexplicable sight) that moved rapidly towards Jotunheimen.

'UFOen i Finndalen' (The UFO in Finndalen) from Varden (November 21, 1987) recounts a story involving two hunters and a UFO observed near a waterfall after two elk calves died. The report is brief and somewhat anecdotal.

'Strålende ufo over Eydehavn?' (Brilliant UFO over Eydehavn?) from Agderposten (date not specified) features a woman who observed a luminous object for half an hour, moving in zig-zags and emitting red and blue-green light. A neighbor had also reported a similar phenomenon.

'Merkelig luftfartøy' (Strange aircraft) from Fredriksstad Blad (December 15, 1987) describes a woman seeing a strong red phenomenon that turned blue-green and yellow, moving rapidly across the sky.

'Enda en ufo-observasjon' (Another UFO observation) from Agderposten (December 11, 1987) reports a woman in the Nyli district seeing a UFO similar to one seen from Helleheia, noting its strange movements and light.

'Rart lys og UFO på Leirin' (Strange light and UFO at Leirin) from Oppland (January 9, 1988) discusses observations of strange lights over Tonsåsen and a UFO over Leirin airport, with one explanation suggesting the lights were reflections from ski slope lighting.

'En blå «UFO» fulgte meg!' (A blue 'UFO' followed me!) from Ringsaker Blad (December 12, 1987) details Synnøve Flensborg's experience of being followed by a luminous blue object with four arms from her workplace to her home. She and her mother observed it for about three-quarters of an hour.

'UFO'er over Pinnerud gård' (UFOs over Pinnerud farm) from Hamar Arbeiderblad (December 29, 1987) is a continuation of the Wissneth family's sighting, emphasizing their certainty and the impact it had on the children.

UFO Experts and Organizations

'– Det finnes mer mellom himmel og jord enn det vi kan forklare' (There is more between heaven and earth than we can explain) from Eidsvold Blad (November 21, 1987) features an interview with an unnamed UFO expert from Gullverket. The article touches upon the definition of UFOs and the common association with alien spacecraft.

'REPORTASJE: JAN ARNE SANDHOLTBRÅTEN' from a publication (likely Hamar Arbeiderblad, dated December 29, 1987, based on context) profiles Erling Strand, described as a leading UFO expert in Norway and internationally. Strand, a civilian engineer in electro-optics, is a key figure in UFO Norge and was involved in the 1984 'Hessdalen-prosjektet'. He discusses the nature of UFOs, the need for scientific documentation, and the Hessdalen observations, which included radar detection of phenomena that were not visually apparent. He advocates for a skeptical yet open-minded approach and emphasizes the importance of continued research.

Organizational Updates

Several clippings detail internal matters of UFO-related organizations:

• A letter from 'O-G' (dated January 19, 1988) mentions a new company, the need for patience, and a strange phone call about invisible visitors. It also references a woman in western Norway who wrote to Budd Hopkins.
• A section titled 'Komitémøtet' (Committee Meeting) from Nøtterøy (dated November 15, 1987) outlines decisions made by a committee, including placing advertisements when UFO topics appear in newspapers, increasing the subscription price to 90 NOK, and arranging for illustrations from Elbjørg Fjeldberg. It also mentions the transfer of funds from UFO-NORGE to PROJECT HESSDALEN.
• Another note from Erling Strand mentions sending a P.H. (presumably a thesis or paper) to Ronald Story for the UFO-Encyclopedia and discusses the significant number of periodicals that will be distributed through the postal service.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes are UFO sightings, unexplained aerial phenomena, and the scientific investigation of these events. The editorial stance, as reflected in the articles and expert interviews, is one of cautious inquiry, emphasizing the need for documentation, scientific methodology, and open-mindedness when approaching the subject of UFOs. There is a clear effort to present witness accounts alongside expert analysis, distinguishing between anecdotal reports and scientifically gathered data. The publication seems to serve as a hub for UFO enthusiasts and researchers in Norway, documenting sightings and fostering discussion within the community.

This issue of VG, dated Saturday, January 9, 1988, focuses on predictions for the coming year, titled "1988 sett fra de SYNSKE" (1988 seen from the PSYCHICS). The cover features a collage of images, including a dinosaur, a woman with a distinctive hairstyle, and a man in a hat and coat, with a headline suggesting these are exclusive news from US "truth-tellers."

Psychic Predictions for 1988

The magazine presents a wide array of predictions from various psychics and astrologers, primarily from the USA, but also from Iceland and other parts of the world. These forecasts cover personal lives of royals and celebrities, political events, natural disasters, and medical breakthroughs.

Royal Predictions

Several psychics predict that both Princess Diana and the Duchess of York (Fergie) will announce pregnancies and give birth on the same day in 1988. Diana is expected to have a daughter, and Fergie a son. Queen Elizabeth is predicted to abdicate to strengthen her marriage with Prince Charles and his young wife. Princess Stephanie of Monaco is predicted to survive a severe car accident, similar to the one that killed her mother.

Political and International Forecasts

Political predictions include Mikhail Gorbatsjov divorcing his wife Raisa, seemingly without reason. Lieutenant Colonel "Ollie" North is predicted to have a fight in a Washington restaurant with presidential candidate Gary Hart. US President Ronald Reagan is expected to visit Moscow, and his visit, along with the meeting with Gorbatsjov, will create a tense situation in West Germany, impacting military cooperation plans with France and other European countries. There are also predictions of a major uprising in East Germany (DDR) supported from abroad, and a spy case involving Denmark and Poland that will strain relations and lead to economic sanctions. The issue also mentions that the US space program will resume after the Challenger disaster, with astronauts being sent into space during Reagan's Moscow visit.

Celebrity and Personal Predictions

Michael Jackson is predicted to have private talks with God, leading to a new bestseller. Elton John is predicted to go deaf, and Shirley MacLaine to be abducted by aliens. Dolly Parton is predicted to suffer from anorexia. Elvis Presley's daughter, Lisa Marie, is predicted to find a tape from her famous father on her 20th birthday, containing two unknown songs written for her. Liz Taylor is predicted to marry millionaire Malcolm Forbes. TV preacher Jim Bakker is predicted to seek a divorce from his wife Tammy.

Natural Disasters and Medical News

A major earthquake is predicted to strike San Francisco around January 20th, causing thousands of deaths. The Volva from Iceland predicts a larger volcanic eruption in the southern part of Iceland and a rainy summer for Scandinavia with a heatwave in late July. Scientists are predicted to find frozen dinosaur eggs in Antarctica and hatch them. On the medical front, a new AIDS medicine is expected to be marketed in the USA, creating significant hope. However, doctors will also face a new epidemic disease related to syphilis, spread by an insect. Japanese doctors are predicted to find a cure for Alzheimer's disease by implanting a microchip in the brain.

Other Predictions

Other predictions include the Danish travel magnate Janni Spies getting married, and the Swedish King Carl Gustav being involved in an embarrassing personal affair in Copenhagen. The Treholt case in Norway is predicted to resurface, with Jens Evensen needing to shed light on it concerning unnamed officials in Moscow. Debates about the privatization of the Norwegian oil industry, particularly the sale of the state's share in Norsk Hydro, are also anticipated. Discussions about the media situation in Norway are expected, with proposals for a special control body for radio and television. The issue also touches upon the possibility of discovering unknown life in space and finding the lost city of Atlantis. Several prominent world leaders are predicted to pass away during the year, including Corazon Aquino, Ayatollah Khomeini, Zia ul-Haq, and Rajiv Gandhi.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring theme throughout the issue is the exploration of the unknown and the future through the lens of psychic predictions. The editorial stance appears to be one of presenting these sensational forecasts to the public, highlighting their potential impact on news and society, and promising extensive coverage by VG as events unfold. The tone is sensationalist, aiming to capture reader interest with dramatic and often outlandish predictions.