Klipprunden - 1992 02 13

Magazine Overview

This issue of 'Klipp' from February 13, 1992, focuses on UFO-related activities and discussions, primarily within Norway. The publication appears to be a newsletter or magazine for UFO enthusiasts, with a strong emphasis on local sightings and research efforts.

SAK 1: Radar til UFO-NORGE?

The main article on the cover, 'Radar til UFO-NORGE?', details an exciting opportunity to acquire a DECCA 110 radar, a 1985 model with a 72-mile range, which was part of a boat belonging to the Fredrikstad Port Authority. The radar has come into the possession of a friend of the author and is available for purchase for 15,000 kroner (original price around 70,000 kroner). The author expresses enthusiasm for this acquisition, noting that it would be a significant asset for Project Hessdalen.

Acquisition and Funding

To fund the radar purchase, the article proposes a 'share' system for Project Hessdalen. Individuals can buy shares for 250 NOK each. The funds raised will be used for 'technical upgrades of P.H. in the form of advanced equipment for use in Hessdalen or other interesting areas.' The article emphasizes that no one will profit from this venture, and the shares are purely for supporting the project. Potential sponsors like FFI (Norwegian Defence Research Establishment) and the Seismological Institute are mentioned as possible sources of funding.

Project Hessdalen Activity

Leif Havik suggests the share idea, and it is noted that there have been 'quite interesting incidents' in Hessdalen recently, indicating continued activity in the area.

The article also clarifies that the 'aksjer' (shares) are not for distributing ownership of Project Hessdalen but rather a way to contribute financially. The total amount raised through shares will be divided among shareholders if the project is ever dissolved, ensuring no individual gains financially.

SAK 2: Komitèmøte (Committee Meeting)

This section reports on a committee meeting held on February 1st and 2nd. A significant piece of news is an invitation for 'Erlings' to hold a lecture at the 3rd International 'Ball Lightening Symphosium' in the USA. The committee hopes the arrangements will be favorable for this to occur.

Financials and Reporting

The meeting reviewed the accounts, and 'economic sums' were distributed. Discussions also covered a joint reporting form being developed by UFO-NORGE and UFO-SVERIGE. A meeting with UFO-SVERIGE is scheduled for the end of March. The national meeting (Landsmøtet) will take place in Drammen on September 12th and 13th.

Membership and Events

An article by 'Erlings' in VG (a Norwegian newspaper) has led to extra work for 'Totti,' who has written personal letters to 100 individuals who contacted them for subscriptions. UFO-NORGE now has over 100 subscribers more than the previous year.

The organization was represented at the PSI-messe in Oslo on January 25th, where they gained 10 new members and sold back issues and special editions. Ole Jonny and Odd-Gunnar presented with a dias projector.

New Brochure

A new brochure is being developed as the old one is outdated. The result is expected to be ready soon and will be distributed widely.

SAK 3: Knut Aasheim

Knut Aasheim was also present at the PSI-messe. The article mentions an interview with Knut on TV 3, which was broadcast on Ole Paus' program. While Knut performed well, his UFO logic is noted as not entirely aligning with UFO-NORGE's stance.

Howard Menger's Visit

Knut Aasheim has received a letter from Knut regarding Howard Menger's visit to Norway. Menger is described as a 'dinosaur' akin to Adamski, who believes the moon is inhabited. The article notes that Menger has written a book, and Knut wants to sell it. Ole Jonny Brænne filmed the event, and the author admits difficulty in accepting Menger's story.

A new brochure is being developed as the old one is outdated. The result is expected to be ready soon and will be distributed widely.

SAK 4: Tur til Egypt? (Trip to Egypt?)

On March 2nd, members from UFO-SVERIGE are scheduled for a package tour to Egypt. The author had previously inquired about prices in Norway but received the information too late for immediate booking. The price, around 8,000-9,000 Swedish Kroner (approximately 3,500 NOK unspecified, or 5,000 NOK specified for guaranteed shower and toilet), is considered low and might be suitable for a fall trip. Håkan Ekstrand suggested maintaining contact with the travel agency for a potential group trip in the autumn.

SAK 5: Klippene (The Clips)

This section acknowledges that there are fewer 'clips' in this issue, noting that activity levels fluctuate.

SAK 6: Fylkesoversikt (County Overview)

This section describes an initiative to create a county-level overview of UFO-related activity. Recipients are asked to draw military installations, airports, etc., on a provided map and return it. This information will be used to map observations. A white copy of one of Norway's counties is included for reference.

Theft Incident

It is reported that money was stolen from both Per and Ole Jonny during a meeting. The thief has struck again, with a significant amount of money disappearing over the past year. Totti's wallet was stolen while she was briefly in the basement. Fingerprints were taken by the criminal police in Tønsberg.

Siste... Siste... Siste... (Latest... Latest... Latest...)

Hessdalen Activity

Reports indicate that activity in the Hessdalen area continues. Several witnesses have reported seeing a luminous sphere over Rognefjellet, with four photos taken in January by Lars Lillevold's son, Eivind. The photos show a luminous sphere and two other white spheres. The photos are being analyzed by Erling.

Extra... Extra... Extra...

The author humorously compares the UFO news to the Norwegian Olympic medal count, stating that the UFO news was exciting.

Meteoritten som utryddet dinosaurene (The Meteorite that Extinguished the Dinosaurs)

This article discusses the theory that a meteorite impact 65 million years ago caused the extinction of the dinosaurs. Researchers believe they have found the crater on the Yucatan Peninsula in Mexico, measuring over 60 kilometers in diameter. The impact is estimated to have been equivalent to 10,000 times the world's atomic arsenal and wiped out 75% of Earth's species. The crater, known since 1960, was initially thought to be volcanic but later measurements indicated a meteorite impact. The collision likely caused a massive tsunami and a dust cloud that blocked sunlight.

Letter from Kenet to Odd-Gunnar

Kenet writes to Odd-Gunnar, thanking him for the recent PSI-messe, which was a success for UFO-Norge. He mentions a lecture by Howard Menger in Oslo, where Ole Jonny filmed the event. Menger also gave lectures in Stockholm and at a UFO congress in Egypt. Kenet found Menger and his wife Connie to be interesting, though some information was not fully conveyed during the lecture. Menger, described as a 70-year-old inventor, presented his experiments with 'electro-dynamic propulsion' and showed a video of his work. Kenet notes that Menger left copies of his latest book, 'The High Bridge Incident,' and suggests that Odd-Gunnar or others might be interested in purchasing it.

Howard Menger Book Information

The book 'The High Bridge Incident' by Howard Menger is described as revealing information that has been kept secret for over 30 years. Menger, a contactee from the 1950s, also authored 'From Outer Space' in 1959. He invented a four-foot electro-dynamic vessel in 1951 and was involved in a secret military project that built and flew a 40-foot craft. The book is 150 pages, illustrated, and costs 200 NOK plus 40 NOK for postage and packaging. Orders can be placed by paying 240 NOK to postgiro account number 0809 5520341, with the order address being Knut Aasheim, Postbox 45, 2073 Bøn.

NORSKE ARGUS / S - Utklipp fra

This section contains newspaper clippings from various sources.

Dansk-teleskop på UFO-jagt (Danish Telescope on UFO Hunt)

A Danish telescope at the La Silla observatory in the Andes played a key role in astronomers tracking a mysterious celestial object for a month. Discovered in mid-November by American astronomers, the object's fluctuating brightness suggested it was not a natural phenomenon. Some astronomers concluded it was an artificial object about ten meters in size. Soviet and American space agencies could not identify it. The Danish 1.54-meter telescope, equipped with a high-sensitivity camera, revealed a metallic surface and rotation. Calculations suggest the mystery might be solved in 15-20 years when the object reappears in Earth's orbit.

Året 1991 i revy. Februar: UFO-feber i februar (Year 1991 in Review. February: UFO Fever in February)

This article from 'Nordhordland' reports on a 'UFO fever' in the Nordhordland region in February 1991. Johannes Rolland of Ostringen claimed to have seen unidentified objects in the night sky. Reports of strange lights, resembling large passenger planes, came in from multiple individuals. Some speculated it was a plane landing at Bergen Airport, but UFO enthusiasts disagreed. The 'fever' spread to Masfjorden, with reports of strange lights in the Risnes area.

#### This Happened in February...

This sub-section lists other news from February:

• 4000 people in Nordhordland signed a condolence book for King Olav.
• Theft of 2000 kroner from a vocational school canteen while students watched King Olav's funeral.
• Radøy municipality is to become a pilot municipality for regional development projects.
• Lindås municipality is reducing its polling districts.
• The population of Nordhordland increased by 62 people, reaching 36,283.
• Crime cases in Lindås and Meland decreased by 60% from 1989 to 1990.
• Statoil reported a profit of 30 million kroner, with the refinery contributing 1.4 billion kroner in value creation.
• Eikanger Bjørsvik Musikklag won the NM for brass bands, with Manger Musikklag taking second place.
• Irmelin Hauge from Knarvik was recognized for her participation in a large 'heart action' campaign.

Faksimile av Nh frå 6. februar 1991

A facsimile of a newspaper clipping from February 6, 1991.

SAK 6: Fylkesoversikt (County Overview)

This section details an initiative to create a county-level overview of UFO activity. Recipients are asked to mark military bases and airports on a map and return it for further mapping of observations. A sample county map is provided.

Theft Incident

It is reported that money was stolen from Per and Ole Jonny during a meeting, and the thief has struck again. Totti's wallet was stolen, and fingerprints were taken by the police.

UFO-syner i Lødingen (UFO Visions in Lødingen)

Øyvind Madsen reported seeing an unusual light in Lødingen on a Friday evening, described as a white and reddish flame that rose from the shore. He noted it was not very bright but clearly visible and moved steadily upwards before disappearing over the sea towards Lofoten. He heard no sound and felt a strange sensation, with the hair on his head standing up. He assumes ferry passengers might have seen it as well.

Eksperter gransker UFO-meldinger (Experts Investigate UFO Reports)

This article from 'Fædrelandsvennen' reports that military experts are investigating a UFO sighting over Byfjorden in Kristiansand. Two witnesses independently reported seeing a blue light. The military confirmed that neither aircraft nor helicopters were in the vicinity. Captain Geir Hallert stated they could not explain the phenomenon and referred to it as a UFO. Military radar operators did not detect any activity, and Oslo Air Traffic Control also had no records.

Oksøy fyr Testimony

Fyrmester Andreas Kjeilen at Oksøy lighthouse saw a bluish light and initially thought it was a plane. The light blinked like aircraft navigation lights. Another witness observed the object through binoculars but could not discern its shape. The object remained stationary for a while before disappearing silently.

Så merkelig lys ved Tronfjell (So Strange Light at Tronfjell)

Agnes and Egil Selboe from Alvdal reported seeing several strange lights near Tronfjell. They described seeing a large 'star' that began to move, initially mistaken for a shooting star. Then, multiple 'stars' appeared, moving in circles before disappearing. This phenomenon lasted for about 45 minutes. The couple, who have had a cabin in Tronsvangen since 1951, stated they have seen the Northern Lights but nothing comparable to this. They also mentioned hearing that others in Alvdal had seen similar phenomena at Tronfjell in previous summers.

VESTFOLD (Map)

A map of the Vestfold region in Norway, showing various towns and locations, including radar stations.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are UFO sightings in Norway, the practical aspects of UFO research (funding, equipment like radar), and the dissemination of information through reports and publications. There's a clear focus on local Norwegian events and a desire to connect with international UFO research and figures. The editorial stance appears to be one of active investigation and open-mindedness towards UFO phenomena, while also maintaining a degree of skepticism and a commitment to transparency in funding and operations. The publication aims to inform its readers about ongoing activities, sightings, and relevant news within the UFO community.