Klipprunden - 1993 04 20

Magazine Overview

Title: UFO-Norge
Issue: 1/93
Date: April 20, 1993
Publisher: UFO-Norge
Country: Norway
Language: Norwegian

This issue of UFO-Norge delves into various unexplained aerial phenomena, witness accounts, and ongoing research within the UFO community. It highlights the challenges of gathering information, the nature of UFO phenomena, and specific cases from Norway and abroad.

Editorial and Information Gathering

The editorial begins by acknowledging the difficulty in obtaining consistent UFO-related clippings, despite receiving a list of 20 Norwegian newspapers and 53 magazines from Luftfartsverket. The publication relies on its readers to submit UFO-related articles. The issue mentions the scanning of NTB-menus and international news feeds like TT, FNB, RB Reuter, AFP, ADP, AP, and Inmar-TASS.

Featured Articles and Reports

Hjemmet nr. 15 '93: Possible Crashed Object

A report from the weekly magazine 'Hjemmet' discusses a possible crashed object from 1952. While the object's origin is unknown, its thickness is noted as 60 cm.

Japanese Visit

In May, the Japanese national TV station NTV is scheduled to visit Norway to gather material for a program on UFOs. They will be touring Finland, Sweden, and Norway, interviewing witnesses. Rauni-Leena Luukanen Kilde, who believes UFOs are synonymous with spaceships, has been contacted and is a popular figure in the USA, having been named a "Member of The New York Academy of Science."

Pussig Nok (Curious Enough)

This section touches upon the perceived awe and prestige associated with the "Academy of Science," questioning the exclusivity and cost of membership.

Betraktninger (Considerations)

This piece reflects on the difficulty of accepting UFO phenomena, contrasting the views of professors and scholars with the credible testimonies of witnesses who have experienced events firsthand.

Roswell Case

The Roswell incident is revisited, with Timothy Good suggesting that current US projects utilize technology traceable to the 1947 event. A SKY-NEWS UFO program is mentioned, and a future program is slated to feature the Hessdalen phenomenon.

Steven Spielberg and Roswell

Steven Spielberg is reportedly seeking a script for a film about the Roswell case, indicating continued public and industry interest in the subject.

Interview Section

The author has been interviewed in two different publications: 'Under Dusken' (The Student Newspaper in Trondheim) and 'VG' (a major Norwegian newspaper). 'VG' is considering a regular UFO column due to the volume of reports received.

Book Release: "Norske Organisasjoner"

A new book, "Norske Organisasjoner" (Norwegian Organizations), has been released, listing various national organizations, including UFO-Norge. The book costs kr. 389.

Lyon Congress and Hessdalen

Erling Strand represented UFO-Norge at an international congress in Lyon, France, presenting on Hessdalen and other UFO topics. He reported a successful event with new contacts made and sales of Project Hessdalen reports and slides.

Leif Havik's Honorary Membership

Leif Havik has been appointed an honorary member of "Research Institute on Anomalous Phenomena (RIAP)" in Kharkov, Ukraine.

The Hessdalen Phenomenon

The article reflects on the unique situation in Hessdalen, Norway, from December 1981 to spring 1985, considering it a significant part of Norwegian history.

Marcello Haugen

Marcello Haugen, described as a mysterious Norwegian, is highlighted. A book about him is forthcoming, written by Jan-Erik Kvamsdal.

Gledelig Nyhet (Good News)

UFO-Norge has received confirmation that SUFOI in Denmark will transfer Norwegian UFO material to them. This material is from former chairman Torben Birkholm's archives.

Return to Japan

The Japanese TV team's visit is mentioned again, with specific interviewees listed for Sweden (Sten Lindgren, Bertil Kuhleman) and Denmark (H.C. Petersen).

Nordic UFO Magazine Idea

Sweden is proposing a joint Nordic UFO magazine, featuring the best cases from all four countries, printed in English. The cost per organization is estimated at SEK 4,500.

Special Review: FAR OUT

A copy of FAR OUT's launch issue is enclosed, featuring an article on Project Hessdalen by William Moore. Philip Mantle is mentioned as the international contact for distribution.

Tromsø Congress Cancellation

The Tromsø UFO congress was moved to London due to a lack of participants. Only six attendees from England registered, and none from the USA or Germany, possibly due to the high price.

UFOs and Commercialization

There's a sentiment that the UFO subject should not be commercialized. The Tromsø congress speakers are noted for having a one-sided view of UFOs.

Upcoming Events

The article mentions an event in early August, preceding the IUN's international UFO congress, where Ole Jonny Brænne will speak.

Observations near Gøteborg

Following an inquiry from UFO-SVERIGE's Clas Svahn, a radar station near Gøteborg was asked to monitor the area. No extreme values were registered, but the explanation notes that normal values for small aircraft and smugglers are not recorded, while flight-numbered aircraft are automatically logged. Only values exceeding normal parameters, like those from rockets, are registered. Hostile fighters are detected if airspace is violated.

UFO over Nord-Troms?

This section details two independent sightings of a bright, luminous object in the sky over Nord-Troms on the night of January 17, 1993. Hugo Lorentzen in Akkarvik and taxi driver Ansgar Dalvik in Skardalen, Kåfjord, both described a powerful light that illuminated the landscape. Lorentzen described it as a "flying object" that descended rapidly and disappeared behind a cloud layer. Dalvik likened the light to a "violent beam" that lit up the entire fjord. Both witnesses were uncertain of the object's nature, with Dalvik suggesting it might have been a large meteorite. Truls Lynne Hansen, an associate professor at the Nordlysobservatoriet in Tromsø, ruled out rockets from Andøya and Kiruna. Press officer Berg Hansen from Forsvarskommando Nord-Norge confirmed that no flying objects were registered on military radar at that time. Other observations of luminous objects were reported from boats and in Midt-Troms.

UFO'en var en meteor? (Was the UFO a Meteor?)

This article continues the report on the Nord-Troms sightings. In Kautokeino, residents reported thunder-like sounds and a strong blue-white light. Edna Wikerøy described a powerful, sustained lightning-like flash that seemed to explode and dissolve. She and her husband initially feared a plane crash. Similar observations were made in Kautokeino and from boats along the coast. In Kilpisjärvi, Finland, similar sightings occurred. Ingeniør Rolf-Terje Enoksen from Tromsø Satellittstasjon could not identify the UFO. The article notes that the object appeared to descend towards the southeast. The military confirmed no radar detections.

Fantastisk og sjokkerende UFO-opplevelse (Fantastic and Shocking UFO Experience)

This is a detailed account of an experience by the Tonning family on the night of July 13, 1986, at a remote seter (mountain farm) in Torpo, Hallingdal, Norway. Tove Tonning first noticed a bright light approaching the kitchen window. Her husband, Torfinn Tonning, and their 12-year-old son, Christer, witnessed the object. It stopped near an outhouse, then moved back and forth for two hours at a distance of 200-300 meters. Torfinn used a video camera, powered by the car's cigarette lighter, to film the object. He described it as an oval construction with large, round windows emitting a strong, living light. The object was estimated to be 10-30 meters in diameter. The experience was terrifying, and the family felt observed. The object suddenly ascended at incredible speed. A photo analysis by GSW in the USA categorized the object as of unknown origin, and a 1992 analysis by Østfold ingeniørhøyskole concluded that the light source's variable form and intensity made it unlikely to be a star, planet, or balloon.

Beam me up to the ship, TROD HEIM

This section features an interview with Odd-Gunnar Røed, a ufologist and representative of UFO-Norge. Røed clarifies that UFO-Norge is not a science-fiction club but aims to investigate and clarify unidentified phenomena. He discusses various theories about UFOs, including extraterrestrial visitation, parallel universes, time travel, and the idea that humans create phenomena through their psyche. Røed emphasizes that UFO-Norge does not speculate but tries to clarify reports, acknowledging that some phenomena remain unexplained. He notes the growing interest in UFO-Norge, with a significant female membership, and describes his involvement as a hobby.

HJERNER STJÅLET (BRAINS STOLEN)

A report from Cairns, Australia, describes a bizarre incident where seven people died in a car crash, and their brains were missing, removed with precise incisions. Police were baffled, and no leads were found. The victims were identified as a family from New Zealand. The article questions the motive and method, suggesting a mentally disturbed individual with surgical skills.

Ba spøkelse stikke av (Asked a ghost to leave)

This brief report from London states that Coutts & Co. bank has hired an exorcist because employees claim to have seen a headless figure in a Renaissance dress. The ghost was reportedly asked to leave the premises by the exorcist, Eddie Burks, who claims the ghost was a nobleman beheaded for refusing a royal command.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently focuses on unexplained aerial phenomena, witness testimonies, and the research efforts of UFO-Norge. There's a clear stance against pure speculation, emphasizing the need for investigation and clarification. The publication aims to inform its readers about UFO reports, research findings, and related theories, while also highlighting the challenges in obtaining and verifying information. The editorial tone is serious and investigative, seeking to understand the nature of UFOs rather than promoting sensationalism. The magazine also touches upon the historical context of UFO phenomena and the growing public interest.

This issue of HJEMMET magazine, dated Nr. 12-1993, focuses on extraordinary individuals and unexplained phenomena. The main cover story, "Norges merkeligste menneske gjennom alle tider" (Norway's strangest person through all time), highlights Marcello Haugen, a figure whose alleged psychic abilities and life are explored in depth. The magazine also features articles on UFO sightings, ancient mysteries, and scientific investigations into anomalous phenomena.

Marcello Haugen: A Life of Mystery and Psychic Power

The central figure of this issue is Marcello Haugen, a man Jan-Erik Kvamsdahl has spent seven years researching, planning to publish three books about him. Kvamsdahl asserts that Haugen was more than just a seer, possessing a level of clairvoyance that surpassed even Nostradamus. Haugen's abilities reportedly included predicting future events and discerning people's needs without them speaking. Stories recount him preventing a train accident by sensing a large boulder on the tracks and assisting individuals in distress, sometimes from afar.

Kvamsdahl describes Haugen as a 'woman-loving man' both physically and psychologically, noting that women were drawn to him, but he did not exploit them, maintaining a moral character. Haugen was also a successful businessman, particularly in stock trading, and owned a castle in Austria and a large villa in Oslo. He was known for his generosity, sometimes giving away money he received from others.

One anecdote details Haugen preventing a train accident near Gudbrandsdalen by stopping the train just before a curve, where a large boulder was found on the tracks. Another story involves conductor Martin Ødegaard, who recounted Haugen's ability to sense when someone needed help, even picking out individuals from a waiting room. Haugen's driver for 42 years, Øyvind Andersen, also shared his experiences, noting Haugen's calm demeanor and ability to see beyond the obvious.

A remarkable instance of Haugen's foresight involved a lost Persian carpet belonging to a grosserer Wang. Haugen was able to guide the driver, Andersen, to the exact location where the carpet could be found, demonstrating an extraordinary ability to locate objects.

Marcello Haugen also reportedly predicted his own death, which occurred precisely at the time he stated on New Year's Eve when he was 89 years old. He passed away peacefully, having lived many lives and looking forward to his next existence.

UFO Sightings and Investigations

The magazine features a report on a UFO sighting in Telemark, Norway, in July 1952. Anders Funnemark, then 19, and his sister witnessed a large, thermos-shaped object moving slowly and quietly over the treetops. They felt a warm gust as it passed and noted unusual markings on its side. The object disappeared in the direction of Laugtjønn lake, and they suspected it may have crashed or landed there. Funnemark later conducted a search with a Geiger counter and a dowsing rod, which indicated something unusual at a specific spot near the lake.

This incident led to an expedition by HJEMMET magazine and UFO-Norge to Laugtjønn. Despite the presence of ice, preliminary investigations were conducted. The article suggests the possibility of an unidentified flying object lying at the bottom of the lake and plans for a future expedition with specialized equipment to investigate further.

Another section discusses the "Project Hessdalen 1984: Final Technical Report, Part I" by Erling Strand et al. This report documents a series of spectacular UFO sightings in Hessdalen, Norway, between 1981 and 1984. A team of ufologists and scientists, including U.S. expert Dr. J. Allan Hynek, conducted instrumented studies. The report details sightings of lights of various shapes and sizes that maneuvered at incredible speeds, hovered, and even interacted with a laser beam. The findings suggest solid objects with intelligent control, challenging conventional explanations.

Ancient Mysteries and Scientific Endeavors

Associate Professor Bodvar Schjelderup of NTH in Trondheim presents his theories on the Great Pyramid of Giza. He believes the pyramid is not a tomb but a vast archive containing timeless knowledge, possibly dating back 10,000 years or more, with its concept originating from the cosmos or God. Schjelderup suggests that the pyramid's geometry encodes information about significant events, including the life of Jesus, and points to locations like Bethlehem, Nazareth, and Jerusalem.

Schjelderup also advocates for the exhumation and proper reburial of the remains of St. Olav the Holy, whose tomb is believed to be within Nidaros Cathedral in Trondheim. He argues that the saint's remains have been treated disrespectfully and should be given a worthy resting place, especially before Trondheim's 1000th-anniversary celebration in 1997. He notes that St. Olav's body was remarkably well-preserved when last examined in 1564.

International Recognition

A document from the Research Institute on Anomalous Phenomena (RIAP) in Kharkov, Ukraine, dated January 15, 1993, announces the election of Mr. Leif Haik as an Honorary Fellow of RIAP in recognition of his outstanding contribution to ufological studies.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

This issue of HJEMMET magazine consistently explores themes of the unexplained, the paranormal, and the extraordinary. The editorial stance appears to be one of open-minded investigation into phenomena that challenge conventional understanding, whether they involve psychic abilities, UFOs, or ancient mysteries. The magazine presents detailed accounts, expert opinions, and ongoing research, encouraging readers to consider possibilities beyond the ordinary. The focus on Marcello Haugen, UFO sightings, and the Great Pyramid suggests a deep interest in uncovering hidden truths and understanding the unknown aspects of human experience and the universe.