LDLN Contact Lecteurs - 1969 099

Magazine Overview

Title: Lumières dans la Nuit
Issue Date: May 1969
Issue Number: 99 bis
Volume: 12º Année
Publisher: R. Veillith
Price: 2 F.

This issue of "Lumières dans la Nuit" is dedicated to exploring the phenomenon of mysterious celestial objects (M.O.C.) and fostering reader contact. The cover prominently features the title "LUMIÈRES DANS LA NUIT" (Lights in the Night) with subtitles "MYSTÉRIEUX OBJETS CÉLESTES" (Mysterious Celestial Objects) and "CONTACT LECTEURS" (Reader Contact). A striking black and white illustration depicts trees on a hill with a road, setting a mysterious tone.

The main feature of this issue is a comprehensive catalog of UFO landings from 1868 to 1968, compiled by Jacques Vallée, titled "UN SIECLE D'ATTERRISSAGES (suite)" (A Century of Landings - continued). Vallée outlines the strict methodology used for presenting these observations, emphasizing essential data points like date, time, location, witness details, object characteristics (altitude, dimension, appearance, behavior), and any associated creatures. He also details the criteria for excluding cases, such as those with satisfactory conventional explanations, missing key information, or fraudulent photographic evidence. The publication aims to provide a general guide for studying the extensive literature on the subject, cautioning against treating all cases with the same level of validity.

Key Articles and Features

A Century of Landings (Catalog) Jacques Vallée's extensive catalog forms the core of the issue. He explains the rigorous selection process, focusing on objective data and minimizing subjective interpretation. All measurements are converted to the metric system. The catalog aims to be a rapid reference tool for journalists, physicists, and sociologists, while also serving as a link to general literature on UFOs.

Tribune des Jeunes (Youth Tribune) This section addresses the growing interest and concern surrounding UFO appearances, which have become a significant enigma for humanity since World War II. It poses the question of whether this is the defining issue of our generation and highlights the potential impact of contact with extraterrestrial beings on future societies. The section encourages young readers to contribute their observations, ideas, and research, emphasizing that the existence of UFOs is a capital fact for the future.

Precisions sur l'Expérience Costa-Goillot This article provides details on the "Costa-Goillot" experiment, following up on a previous mention in the "Tribune des Jeunes." It discusses an experiment involving a suspended quartz-mounted object and its interaction with a magnetic field, aiming to investigate potential anti-gravitational effects. The article includes personal reflections and technical details about the setup and observations.

Reader Observations and Investigations The magazine features numerous reports from readers and collaborators detailing specific UFO sightings from various locations:

• Rabat, Morocco: M. and Mme Caviglioli reported a luminous, red, rotating object that landed near the road before ascending and disappearing. M. Caviglioli, an architect, described it as a cigar shape with multi-colored lights.
• France: Numerous sightings are detailed from different regions:
• Vallon-Pont-d'Arc, Ardeche: An observation of a white point moving at high altitude.
• Fleury, Aude: Two rugby players reported a lenticular object with a blue glow and flashing lights.
• Isle-sur-Doubs, Doubs: A luminous, enormous, white, spherical object with a tail-like flame was observed.
• Rémuzat, Drome: A large, luminous triangle with a blue center was seen floating.
• Lesconil, Finistère: Two white lights moving in formation were observed executing a large curve.
• Le Puy, Haute-Loire: A luminous, orange-sized ball with intermittent jets of light was observed.
• Strasbourg, Bas-Rhin: A luminous white sphere transformed its shape and intensity.
• Saint-Cassin, Savoie: A luminous blue-tipped object transformed into various shapes.
• Durtal, Maine-et-Loire: A large, dark red, spherical object was observed, followed by two smaller objects.
• Garéoult, Var: A luminous, triangle-shaped object was observed, with two smaller points detaching and moving rapidly.
• Bazouges-sur-Loir, Sarthe: Observations of a luminous, reddish-orange object that reappeared later, changing intensity and color.
• Canada: A sighting near Rimouski, Quebec, described an isosceles triangle-shaped object, perfectly white like a cloud, moving at the same altitude and speed as commercial jets.

Collaborator Investigations

• M. Jourdren: Reports on an observation of a luminous ball following a train, exhibiting remarkable maneuverability.
• M. Tyrode: Details an investigation into sightings near Fins, Doubs, involving multiple witnesses and a luminous object observed on two occasions.
• M. Sibenaler: Investigates a sighting in Durtal, Maine-et-Loire, comparing it with other observations and considering the possibility of the moon being mistaken for a UFO.
• M. Scheuer: Discusses observations of German military aircraft maneuvers and their potential connection to UFO phenomena, suggesting that the "exercises" might be a cover for something else.

Other Sections

• Attention: A call for preparation for a national observation campaign in July 1969.
• Subscription Information: Details for annual subscriptions and international surcharges.
• Abbreviations for Principal Sources: A lengthy list of newspaper and magazine references used in the catalog.
• List of Publications: A directory of UFO-related publications and organizations.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently promotes a serious and investigative approach to UFO phenomena. It emphasizes the importance of detailed, objective reporting and encourages contributions from readers and collaborators worldwide. The editorial stance is one of open inquiry, acknowledging the mystery and potential significance of UFOs without succumbing to sensationalism. There's a clear effort to debunk hoaxes and conventional explanations while remaining receptive to unexplained phenomena. The inclusion of a youth section suggests an interest in engaging the next generation in the study of these mysteries. The publication also highlights the international nature of UFO sightings, connecting reports from different countries and continents.