Klipprunden - 1995 04 17

Magazine Overview

This issue of KRAFT magasinet, dated April 17, 1995, with volume 11 and issue number 1, is published by SIRA-KVINA KRAFTSELSKAP. It is primarily in Norwegian and focuses heavily on the topic of UFOs, featuring a main cover headline about a 'UFO-evening' at Sira-Kvina.

Content Summary

Editorial and Communications

The issue begins with an editorial note about an upcoming TV-2 program on April 20th, which will feature material previously discussed, airing at 10:35 PM. The editor hopes the letter reaches recipients before Thursday and is sent via A-post. The editor also mentions a 'three-dimensional challenge' on the last page, promising clarification later, and expresses a desire for more contributions and interesting angles.

UFO-kveld på Sira-Kvina

Page 61 reports on a 'UFO-evening' at Sira-Kvina, featuring Odd-Gunnar Røed from UFO-NORGE. The event discussed observations and research, including the analysis of possible landing traces from a UFO. While a PC was hoped for as payment, company policy prevented it.

Page 62 details the reception of newspaper clippings from contact persons in Arendal, collected by Alf Thommassen. These clippings, spanning various times, are being processed, though their distance from direct observation through newspaper articles is noted. Thommassen is sending out questionnaires to gather more information.

Page 63 touches upon recurring debaters, mentioning Luukanen's book "Hvem er jeg?" and Jannicke's "Du er jeg." An article by A.T. on UFOs and the Old Testament is discussed, highlighting its religious undertones and potential inaccuracies due to poor proofreading or an old typewriter.

Page 64 expresses enthusiasm for the developing content and encourages more submissions.

Page 65 calls for the new section leader and Carsten Bjørndal to follow up on a case from April, emphasizing collaboration.

Pages 66 and 67 discuss astrophysicists' views, noting their skepticism towards UFO phenomena, often attributing them to natural causes. The frequent operation of UFO phenomena near the ground is also mentioned, with a question about the 'lighthearted' approach to the subject on page 67.

Page 2 continues the discussion on the three-dimensional challenge, promising an explanatory page later. It also announces the arrival of the magazine "UFO," issue number 1, sent via C-post, with a note about potential delivery delays. The editor expresses satisfaction with the magazine's result, given the resources, and hopes to invest in better equipment upon reaching two thousand subscribers.

Roswell Film

The issue reports on receiving film material related to the Roswell incident. Access to a claimed original film from 1947 has been obtained through Philip Mantle and is being checked by KODAK. The authenticity of the film, particularly its production date before July 1947, is crucial. Philip Mantle has an agreement not to distribute the film further. A seven-minute sequence showing a table with a being is described as being of poor quality, while the rest of the approximately 90-minute film is better. The full film is expected by April 28th and is scheduled for screenings in the USA and the UK.

Reader Contributions and Debates

Page 3 presents a list of newspaper clippings from "Agderposten" and other publications, dating from December 1993 to April 1995, covering topics such as UFOs, galaxies, and astrophysicists' views.

Page 5 features a reader's account of a possible UFO sighting on Ubergsmoen, described as a bright white light without helicopter sound. Alf Thommassen of the local UFO group confirms receiving multiple reports of strange phenomena, including similar lights seen by others. He discusses the definition of a UFO as an Unidentified Flying Object and suggests that unidentified phenomena could indeed be craft from other places.

Another article on page 5, titled "Fantastisk syn," recounts a witness's experience of a large, colorful, ball-like object outside her window. She dismisses it as a meteor or rocket, describing it as too fantastic. A counter-argument from readers suggests the phenomenon was a large meteor or star. The article also touches on the possibility of plastic bags with tea lights being mistaken for UFOs.

Page 6 contains a letter from Alf Thommassen responding to an article about Luukanen's book. He dismisses Luukanen's claims of being abducted by UFOs thousands of times as unscientific and speculates that UFOs could be anything from planets to helicopters. He warns against such books and references the Bible for discerning truth.

Another article on page 6, "UFO-er og Det gamle testamente," by Alf Thommassen, explores the connection between UFO phenomena and ancient religious texts, particularly the Old Testament. It suggests that ancient accounts of beings from the sky could be interpreted as UFOs and discusses the possibility of an 'evacuation' of selected individuals from Earth.

Page 7 features a debate on galaxies and the Milky Way. Tengel Sunde argues that the universe is not 'up' or 'down' and that concepts of space are relative. Alf Thommassen responds, suggesting that Sunde, like many scientists, is trapped in relative concepts and challenges him to explain galactic properties without them. R.A. Olsen criticizes Thommassen's approach, calling it 'sarcastic' and 'religious.' Thommassen defends his views, comparing Olsen to a 'louse' on an elephant's back.

Page 8 reports on a possible UFO sighting in Sandnessjøen, where a woman claims to have seen a large, cylindrical object with a person inside. The local airport control tower reported no unusual air traffic. Other sightings in the area are also mentioned, including a strange light seen by an couple and a triangular object observed by a woman in Mølnhushaugen.

Astrophysics and Skepticism

Pages 9 and 10 feature an article titled "Astrofysikere tror ikke på UFO-er!" (Astrophysicists do not believe in UFOs!). Professor Olav Kjeldseth-Moe from the Institute for Theoretical Astrophysics explains that astronomy is the oldest science, but modern astrophysicists focus on celestial mechanics, cosmology, and stellar physics. He states that astrophysicists have little faith in UFOs, with most observations having rational explanations. He also expresses doubt about humanity ever reaching beyond Mars, limiting space exploration to within the solar system due to physical and economic constraints.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently presents a platform for UFO-related discussions, featuring both believers and skeptics. There's a clear interest in UFO sightings, alleged alien encounters, and the potential connection between UFOs and religious or ancient texts. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry, encouraging reader participation while also presenting scientific skepticism, particularly from the field of astrophysics. The magazine seems to aim to cover a range of perspectives within the UFO phenomenon, from personal accounts to scientific analysis and even philosophical interpretations.

This document is a price list and overview of older magazines and special issues from UFO-NORGE, dated March 20, 1995. It details available back issues from 1982 to 1994, differentiating between A-4 copies and original editions, and lists their prices in Norwegian Kroner (kr.). It also presents a collection of five thematic special issues ('TEMAHEFTER') that have been compiled into a single A-4 format.

Older Magazine Issues (1982-1994)

The list provides a year-by-year breakdown of available magazines. For each year, it specifies the number of issues available as A-4 copies and in original editions, along with their prices. For instance, in 1982, 5 A-4 copies were priced at kr. 90.-, while 0 original issues were listed. In 1984, 3 A-4 copies cost kr. 50.-, and 2 original issues also cost kr. 50.-. Prices for A-4 copies generally range from kr. 35.- to kr. 90.-, while original issues are priced similarly or slightly lower, with some combined offers like a 'Temahefte' and 2 original issues costing kr. 60.- or kr. 70.- in later years.

Special Thematic Issues (TEMAHEFTER)

UFO-NORGE has compiled five special thematic issues, now available as a single A-4 special edition. These include:

1. 1989. Nikola Tesla (Per Ottesen): Explores Nikola Tesla, the father of alternating current, his work with Edison, and his alleged connection to wireless electricity and the UFO phenomenon.
2. 1991. Spitsbergen (Ole Jonny Brænne): Investigates speculation surrounding a crashed 'flying saucer' on Svalbard over forty years ago, compiling available information and offering a conclusion.
3. 1992. Nærkontakt med tro (Torfrid «Totti» Urdal): Examines the transition from interest to belief in UFO cases, analyzing theories and 'preachers' within the UFO community.
4. 1993. UFO-obs. i Norge 1563-1946 (Ole Jonny Brænne): Provides an overview of UFO sightings in Norway spanning 383 years, including mysterious ghost rockets and planes observed over Scandinavia before and after the war.
5. 1994. Norske Nærkontakter av 3.grad (Odd-Gunnar Røed): Presents a collection of known 3rd-degree encounters in Norway, along with foreign historical context and insights into various theories proposed as solutions to the UFO phenomenon.

The price for the complete special issue collection is kr. 165.-. Individual issues can also be purchased separately, with prices ranging from kr. 35.- to kr. 40.-.

Ordering and Payment Information

Orders should be directed to UFO-NORGE Rapportsentralen, located at Rygg 4448 Gyland. Contact telephone numbers are 38 37 68 30 and fax 38 37 68 31. Payments can be made via Postgiro (account number 08260505050). The document strongly encourages pre-payment via giro to save on cash-on-delivery fees ('oppkrav').

Postage and Shipping

Postage costs are calculated based on weight: up to 0.5 kg costs kr. 22.-, 1 kg costs kr. 29.-, 3 kg costs kr. 34.-, and 5 kg costs kr. 41.-. It is estimated that approximately 4-5 A-4 sized magazines can fit within half a kilogram. Shipments over kr. 100.- will be sent via cash on delivery ('oppkrav').

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The publication focuses on UFO phenomena, historical sightings, and related topics, including scientific figures like Nikola Tesla and specific geographical locations such as Svalbard and Norway. The editorial stance appears to be one of investigation and compilation of information related to UFOs, offering detailed historical overviews and analyses of reported encounters. The emphasis on providing archival material and special thematic reports suggests a commitment to documenting and exploring the UFO subject matter.