Klipprunden - 1990 08 23

Magazine Overview

Title: Lofotposten
Issue Date: August 13, 1990
Type: Newspaper

Main Cover Story: "-Vi så «UFO» i Lofoten"

The cover of Lofotposten prominently features a report on a UFO sighting in Lofoten, Norway. The headline "-Vi så «UFO» i Lofoten" is accompanied by a photograph of people looking skyward and a smaller image of a light formation. The lead article, "Vitner til sterk lysformasjon og forstyrrelser på telefon og fjernsynet" (Witnesses to strong light formation and disturbances on telephone and television), details an event where 40-50 sharp lights were observed moving high in the sky over Løvdalen in Vestvågøy on Saturday evening. The phenomenon caused television to flicker and a woman on the phone feared lightning, breaking off her conversation. Åge Simonsen from Narvik, who witnessed the event with his family, created a sketch of the phenomenon for Lofotposten, describing it as "really eerie" to his wife, Laila.

UFO Sighting in Borge

Another report, "UFO-synet i Borge" (The UFO sighting in Borge), discusses a previous UFO story in Lofotposten. Turid Johansen from Bodø calls in to praise the Narvik family for sharing their experience, stating that it's impossible the sighting was of birds. She speculates that many people may have similar experiences but are hesitant to come forward.

Identical UFO Photo from Texas

A significant article, "Identisk med UFO-foto fra Texas" (Identical to UFO photo from Texas), published on August 15, 1990, draws a striking parallel between the Lofoten sighting and a historical event. Arild Hansen from Melbu recognized the sketch made by Åge Simonsen from a photograph in the book "Møte med det ukjente" (Meeting the Unknown). This photograph, taken by Cari Hart Jr. in August 1951 in Texas, depicts a luminous triangle, known as the "Lubbock lights." The "Lubbock lights" phenomenon involved multiple sightings over several months and was investigated by the US military without a definitive explanation, though theories included birds. Hansen, who is interested in UFOs, notes the strong resemblance and suggests that Earth might have been visited by beings from other planets.

"Skremmende gjenkjenning" (Scary Recognition)

Åge Simonsen expresses his "scary recognition" upon finding a copy of his UFO sketch in Lofotposten. He admits he hadn't previously been particularly interested in UFOs but the experience with his family led him to borrow a book by Desmond Leslie and George Adamski. In this book, he found a photograph from Texas in 1950 of a formation estimated to be 300 meters wide, with a description that matched their experience and a sketch identical to his own. He finds it strange as he had never seen such images or drawings before.

Strange Experience in Vestresand

Ingrid Larsen from Bø in Vestresand recounts a peculiar experience around the same time as the Borge sighting. While preparing to watch TV, the screen flickered and the lights went out for about an hour. She initially suspected a fuse issue but found everything to be in order. She describes the episode as "puzzling."

UFOrklarlige spor i fjellet (Unexplainable tracks in the mountain)

This section, published on August 4, 1990, focuses on the mysterious tracks discovered in Vanylven, Søre Sunnmøre. The article "Gapende SÅR" (Gaping WOUNDS) describes a 100-meter long and 8-meter wide "gap" in the terrain, located 700 meters above sea level. The tracks are described as a symmetrical arc with two parts, with compressed piles of earth and stone along the sides. Large stones were found broken in half, and the track itself shows parallel furrows. The phenomenon appeared sometime between 1981 and 1985. Professor of geology Nils Spjældnes suggests it might be related to drilling for olivine and eklogite, but local authorities are unaware of any such activity. Experienced mountaineer Bjarne Sjåstad speculates that a fast-moving object with great force must have grazed the ground. Geotechnical engineer Bjørn Wiestad has ruled out landslides as an explanation. Åge Olsen, who first discovered the tracks, dismisses lightning strikes. The local tourist hut has become an "UFO center." The article also mentions reports of strange light phenomena in the area during the previous winter and spring. Johannes Anonby from UFO-Norge visited to photograph the tracks and collect samples. Spjældnes reiterates his theory, comparing it to tracks found in Ålen, Sør-Trøndelag, which were later attributed to mining operations. However, local companies and helicopter services deny any involvement.

Public Opinion on UFOs

A small section on page 10 polls public opinion on UFOs, with responses from Kristoffer Svenning (student), Heidi Solvoll (preschool teacher), Grete Klingberg (bank employee), Karl Jonny Akerman (telecommunications engineer), and Kirsti Miljanic (factory worker). Opinions range from skepticism to openness to the possibility of extraterrestrial life.

REFERAT FRA UFO-NORGE'S LANDSMØTE (Minutes from UFO-Norge's National Meeting)

This section details the UFO-Norge national meeting held in Bergen on August 18-19, 1990. The meeting began with an welcome by Mentz Kaarbø and an overview of the program. Attendees included representatives from various departments. Odd-Gunnar Røed was elected chairman, and Ole Jonny Brænne as meeting secretary. The election of a new regional leader for the East was held, with Ole Jonny Brænne taking over. Finn Kalvik reported on the activities of the West department, noting a decline in membership across Nordic UFO organizations, with an estimated 400 members in 1990. A two-year report was presented, highlighting UFO-Norge's public presence through media appearances. The report mentioned various media engagements, including interviews and features in newspapers like VG and Hjemmet. A report from the Rapportsentralen (Reporting Center) was presented by Torfrid Urdal, who took over in January 1990. The report covered activities from 1990 and noted the ongoing work to create a more organized system. The report on "Rapporter fra januar og februar" (Reports from January and February) highlighted ongoing phenomena in Hessdalen and a general increase in UFO observations globally. The meeting also discussed the possibility of a solution to the UFO mystery and planned a comprehensive report on the last decade of UFO reports for the next meeting. Financial reports for 1988 and 1989 were reviewed, and Mentz Kaarbø was appointed as the new accountant. The committee was re-elected for another two-year term. The meeting included a discussion on future plans, including continuing the publication "UFO" twice a year with an extra issue. A proposal to create a new feature film (also to be transferred to video) was discussed. A significant point of discussion was the need for UFO-Norge to gain more media exposure. A proposal to orient/inform about alleged astronaut observations of UFOs was put forward by Frank Ove Krav and Rune M. Framås, leading to a discussion on the potential for secrecy surrounding UFO information. The meeting concluded with dinner and informal discussions.

Diagram 1. "Slagplan"/fremgangsmåte for UFO-Norge.

A diagram illustrates UFO-Norge's "action plan" or approach, focusing on stimulating curiosity, finding solutions to phenomena, convincing "science" of the need for research, and improving information dissemination and media contact. The plan emphasizes the importance of technical reports, own experiments, and necessary resources, as well as qualitative reports and public storytelling.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The issue strongly focuses on UFO sightings and unexplained aerial phenomena, particularly the event in Lofoten and its uncanny resemblance to the 1951 "Lubbock lights." There's a clear interest in documenting and investigating these events, as evidenced by the detailed reports and the activities of UFO-Norge. The magazine seems to adopt a stance of open-minded investigation, presenting witness accounts and evidence while acknowledging the lack of definitive explanations for many phenomena. The comparison to the Texas sighting suggests a belief in the possibility of extraterrestrial visitation. The coverage of the UFO-Norge meeting highlights the organization's efforts to increase public awareness and gather information. The editorial tone is one of curiosity and a desire to understand these mysteries, encouraging reader participation and input.

Title: NYHETER
Issue: 14
Publisher: Morgenbladet
Country: Norway
Language: Norwegian
Date: Undetermined

This issue of NYHETER features a prominent cover story detailing the frustration of residents in Kattem, Trondheim, with what they term 'mob rule' by young people on motorcycles. It also includes a brief announcement regarding a special screening of the film 'COMMUNION' and a personnel change within the Norwegian government.

Cover Story: "Folk på kattem i Trondheim har fått nok: -STOPP PØBELEN, SYSE!"

The lead article highlights the growing anger among residents of Kattem, a residential area in Trondheim, Norway, concerning the disruptive behavior of youth riding motorcycles. Kolbjørn Stenødegård, a resident, expresses the community's exasperation, stating that they have had enough of the 'pøbelveldet' (mob rule).

Stenødegård warns that if the authorities do not take action, he plans to initiate a public campaign to put a stop to the problem. He directly challenges Prime Minister Jan P. Syse, urging him to explain what he intends to do about the situation. Stenødegård believes that such a public action would garner significant support from the populace.

He describes how residents are constantly calling the police, noting down license plate numbers of the motorcycles, but to no avail. The police, according to Stenødegård, claim they lack sufficient personnel to respond. He recounts an experiment where he called the police about 16-year-olds racing motorcycles in a prohibited area where children play. The police admitted that they receive frequent calls from Kattem and surrounding areas about the same issue but reiterated their inability to dispatch officers due to staffing shortages.

Stenødegård criticizes the current legal framework and police guidelines, suggesting they favor the disruptive elements while leaving law-abiding citizens unprotected. He implies that if the government does not address this issue, it could lead to a surge in support for the Progress Party. He also touches upon the idea of vigilantism, stating that if citizens are left without legal protection, they may resort to protecting themselves, though he notes the police are not in favor of such 'borgervern' (citizen watch).

He concludes by stating that peaceful citizens are not allowed to defend themselves, while the 'pøbelen' (hooligans) can use weapons. He draws a parallel to the 'Blitz-ungdommen' (Blitz youth), criticizing the government for supporting such a system. Stenødegård reiterates his challenge to Prime Minister Syse, demanding a public response to the concerns of citizens across the country who are experiencing similar issues.

Personnel Announcement: "Ny personlig sekretær for Bjartveit"

Ola Y. Lånke (42), a priest (stiftskapellan), has been appointed as the new personal secretary to Eleonore Bjartveit, the Minister of Church and Culture.

Lånke holds a theological degree from 1978 and has studied administration and leadership. He has served as a priest at Nidaros Cathedral, in Lademoen, Trondheim, and as a field chaplain with the Nike Battalion. He has also been active in politics, having chaired the youth wing of the Christian People's Party (Kristelig Folkeparti Ungdom) and served on the board of the party's educational association. He is a substitute member of the Trondheim City Council and a member of several municipal committees.

Correction: "Morgenbladet retter"

A brief correction is published regarding a report in Bondebladet about the price of tea. Morgenbladet clarifies that while food prices in Norway are high, 100 kroner for 400 grams of tea is excessive. However, it confirms that a blend of Earl Grey tea, though not the Twinings brand, can be purchased in Denmark for 14.90.

Advertisement/Announcement: "ASSAP/BUFORA SPECIAL SCREENING OF COMMUNION."

Vestron UK Ltd. is inviting members of ASSAP (Association for the Scientific Study of Anomalous Phenomena) and BUFORA (British UFO Research Association) to a special screening of the film 'COMMUNION'. The film is based on Whitley Strieber's best-selling book about his close encounters with 'visitors' from another world and stars Christopher Walken.

The screening is scheduled to take place on September 20, 1990, at 8:00 PM at The Odeon Film Centre in Leeds, UK. Philip Mantle is mentioned as having suggested the screening for the groups. RSVPs are to be directed to Christine Hughes at Vestron UK Ltd.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The primary theme of this issue is public frustration with youth delinquency and perceived inaction by authorities, particularly the police and the government. The editorial stance appears to be sympathetic to the concerns of ordinary citizens who feel their safety and well-being are threatened by disruptive behavior, and it highlights the perceived failures of the current legal and law enforcement systems. There is also a secondary theme related to the UFO phenomenon, indicated by the announcement of the 'COMMUNION' film screening for UFO research groups.