LDLN - No 119

Magazine Overview

This issue of "Lumières dans la Nuit" (August 1972, Issue No. 119, 15th Year) is dedicated to "Mysterious Celestial Objects and Related Problems." The magazine, founded by R. Veillith, aims to shed light on the unknown and guide humanity towards truth. It is published by the "Groupement International de Recherches" and features a diverse range of articles, investigations, and reader contributions.

Key Contents and Articles

Editorial and In Memoriam

The issue opens with a poignant announcement of the passing of Dr. René Hardy, a technical advisor for the publication and a respected scientist. The editorial board expresses deep sadness, highlighting his contributions to UFO detection and his passion for research, including inventions for national defense and work in parapsychology. Dr. Hardy was also a founder of the "Société Varoise d'Etudes des Phénomènes Spatiaux." His recent election to the New York Academy of Sciences is mentioned, along with his collaborative work with Professor Risler on fluorescent lighting and energy conversion.

UFO Sightings and Investigations

France:

• Montferrat (Var): A photograph taken in late August 1969 by Mme Bernard is featured on the cover and discussed in detail. The object, described as an orange, convex semi-sphere with green rays and orange hyperbolic reflections, was estimated to be 20 meters in diameter. The photo's authenticity is vouched for, and its scientific importance is highlighted. The object was observed hovering and then moving rapidly towards a hill.
• Nord and Pas-de-Calais: Investigations by MM. Bigorne, Doise, and Mathieu are mentioned, suggesting reports from these regions.
• General: The section "CAS SURVENUS EN FRANCE" (Cases Occurring in France) covers pages 12 to 20, indicating a significant number of French reports.

Abroad:

• Bradford, England (December 4, 1971): An investigation by M. Coudroy details the testimony of James Woodrow, who saw a formation of about 40 lights resembling a Christmas tree. His children reported hearing seven 'bangs' and seeing a large, round, white object with lights. The object was described as moving fast and disappearing. Drawings by M. Gaudry illustrate the witness accounts.
• Aljarafe Sevillan, Spain (December 1971): Reports compiled by Manuel Osuna and translated by G. Caussimont detail several sightings. On December 6th, a white light was observed moving rapidly and silently. On December 8th, two couples saw a similar white light making a 90-degree turn. On December 9th, two girls and their aunt observed an object resembling a grey electric lamp. On December 11th, two cousins saw an object with red and white lights. On December 18th, three lights were seen forming a disk shape.
• Helleland, Norway (October 9, 1970): The case of Reidar Salvesen, translated from "Flying Saucer Review," describes a bright, round, smooth object, estimated at 10 meters in diameter, hovering silently above his car, causing his windshield to break. Salvesen experienced physiological effects, including temporary vision problems and skin peeling.
• Finland (Late 1970 - Early 1971): A selection of reports translated by J. Chasseigne covers various incidents: a mysterious hole in Karelia, a luminous phenomenon near Järvenpää causing minor burns, a UFO following a passenger plane near Kuopio, a luminous phenomenon melting snow in Saapunki, multiple luminous phenomena observed in Pudasjärvi, and a formation of 16 UFOs near Kuusamo.
• Algeria: An observation near Blida describes a large, soft, blue-orange luminous disk seen on the sea, which moved vertically at high speed and disappeared among the stars.
• England: A "Daily Express" report from August 19, 1971, discusses photos of an "egg-shaped" object pursued by a police car, described as a brilliant orange object flying low.

Other Sections

• A L'ATTENTION DE L'O.R.T.F. (Attention to ORTF): An article discusses a spontaneous opinion poll on Canadian television following the broadcast of Erich Von Daniken's "Presence of Extraterrestrials," which received a significant positive response from viewers.
• Courrier RESUFO: This section includes reader correspondence and updates on the organization's activities.
• NOS LIVRES SÉLECTIONNÉS (Our Selected Books): A list of recommended books on UFOs and related topics is provided, with ordering information.
• PLEIN FEUX SUR LE VAR (Spotlight on the Var): This section discusses the ongoing series of articles in "Le Provençal" about UFOs and highlights the photograph taken by Mme Bernard.
• EXPERTISE DU CLICHÉ DE Mme BERNARD DE MONTFERRAT: A detailed technical analysis of Mme Bernard's UFO photograph, assessing its authenticity and the photographic equipment used.
• Réalité des pouvoirs méconnus du cerveau humain démontrée par la technique mentale scripto-pendulaire: An article by Jean Auscher discusses the potential of the mind and the scripto-pendular technique for detecting and understanding human problems, including medical diagnoses and the origins of UFOs.
• ALIMENTATION ET DEMOGRAPHIE (Nutrition and Demography): An article by Michel Remy discusses the impact of diet on population growth and human health, critiquing simplistic solutions like contraception and emphasizing the importance of maternal nutrition.
• APOLLO 15 ET LES ORIGINES DE LA LUNE (Apollo 15 and the Origins of the Moon): An article based on a report from "La Nacion" discusses the findings from the Apollo 15 mission, including lunar rock samples and their implications for understanding the moon's history and its relationship to Earth and the sun.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

"Lumières dans la Nuit" consistently explores the unexplained, particularly UFO phenomena, through detailed witness accounts, investigative reports, and scientific analysis. The magazine promotes a spirit of open inquiry and encourages readers to share their observations. There's a strong emphasis on the importance of truth-seeking and a critical approach to conventional explanations. The editorial stance is one of serious investigation into the paranormal and the potentially overlooked aspects of human existence, as seen in articles on parapsychology and the mind. The magazine also touches upon broader societal issues, such as the impact of consumerism and the need for a deeper understanding of human potential and the universe.

Title: LUMIÈRES DANS LA NUIT
Issue: N° 2, Fifth Series
Date: May 1972
Publisher: Imprimerie Imprilux, France
Price: F. 50

This issue of "Lumières dans la Nuit" (Lights in the Night) focuses on mysterious celestial objects and features a blend of archaeological findings, numerous witness accounts of UFO sightings, and ongoing research projects.

Du passé lumineux recueille tout vestige

This article by Mme Gueudelot details the discovery of a megalith in Guillay, Larrivière, in the Landes region of France. The stone, weighing 18 tonnes and measuring 3.50m in height and 2.20m in width, was found during land clearing. It bears engravings, including a schematic representation of a cervid (deer) made by martelage, and another linear engraving that appears to be two wheels of a chariot with its axle and pole. The megalith is part of a series of large stones found in the region, some weighing 10 to 15 tonnes, which seem to follow a certain alignment. The article suggests these stones might date back to the early second millennium BCE. The region also has historical significance with mentions of Roman camps and ancient chapels.

Observations Toulonnaises et Varoises

This section, compiled by M. V. Césa, presents several UFO sighting reports from the Toulon and Var regions:

• March 27, 1972 (19:55): M. Tortora observed a luminous ball moving rectilinearly towards the East-Southeast, comparing it to a pinball. It was orange and silent.
• March 27, 1972 (22:10): M. Blanc reported seeing a bright, orange star-like object moving slowly towards the Northwest.
• April 6, 1972 (18:30): M. Césa and his family observed a white, triangular object with its point downwards, which changed color to pink, then red, before disappearing.
• April 6, 1972 (22:30): M. Forest reported a luminous white object, lens-shaped, moving from East to West over Toulon. It changed shape, emitted green, yellow, and red rays, and appeared to be at an altitude of about 300m.
• January 29, 1972 (18:55): M. Lefebvre and three others observed a bright, second-magnitude star-like object moving silently towards the Northeast, which later appeared as a matte white circle emitting sparks.
• September 23, 1962 (21:55): M. Jean Florens observed a luminous ball ascending rapidly, which then stopped, became circular, and resumed its ascent.
• Undated (circa 1953-1954): A witness in Flayosc reported a luminous object that grew in size and intensity before suddenly extinguishing and reappearing elsewhere, exhibiting fantastic leaps across the sky.

Dans le Nord et le Pas-de-Calais

This section, compiled by MM. Bigorne, Doise, and Mathieu, details UFO observations in Northern France:

• September 4, 1971 (19:35): In Wingles, a large, flattened, rectangular object with rounded angles, described as 'yellow-orange-silver', was observed. It emitted black smoke, elongated, and ascended behind a mine spoil tip.
• October 10, 1971: An object described as circular with a white outer ring and a red central part was seen over Wingles, moving at high speed and emitting a sound like a long exhaust.
• October 29, 1971: The same object observed on September 4th reappeared.
• January 1972 (Maubeuge area):
• Recquignies (1950, 21:00): M. Camille Barras reported a voluminous yellow-orange sphere, about 4 meters in diameter, that rolled slowly without touching the ground before ascending rapidly.
• Maubeuge (1959, clear sky): M. H. observed a luminous orange sphere, stationary and high above the Usinor plant. It then emitted flames from its rear and flew at high speed towards the West.
• January 15, 1972 (Maubeuge): M. Bavay, a 19-year-old student, observed a small luminous ball descending, growing larger and brighter, stabilizing, and then ascending rapidly. The object was estimated to be at an altitude of 1300m.
• January 15, 1972 (Boussois): Mme Plichon observed a luminous orange sphere moving in a series of leaps with changing intensity.
• February 1-4, 1972 (Boussois): M. Q... and his wife observed a luminous orange sphere hovering, appearing to rotate, and moving in a series of leaps with changing intensity.
• January 22, 1972 (22:30): In Haulchin, M. L... observed a scintillating object moving erratically, described as elongated, light blue, and brilliant like a diamond. It exhibited sudden accelerations, decelerations, and stops.

La croissance de Fidufo

This section discusses the progress of the "Fichier Informatique de Documentation sur les UFOs" (FIDUFO), an IT-based UFO documentation project. It highlights the contributions of volunteers and the challenges in accurately cataloging sightings, particularly regarding precise location data and historical cases. The article emphasizes the need for regional delegates to assist in gathering detailed information, including historical UFO events and landing sites.

Courrier Resufu

This section provides updates on the RESUFO (Surveillance Photographique du Ciel - Photographic Sky Surveillance) project:

• RESUFO S'ELARGIT / RESUFO A DEUX ANS!: The project celebrates its second anniversary, noting that 250 requests for information have been received and 76 people have registered as sky watchers. However, only 17 have submitted photos, totaling 502 images. The article calls for more active participation.
• LA SURVEILLANCE PERMANENTE: It encourages members to keep their cameras ready and pre-set for immediate use, providing technical advice for daytime and nighttime photography of potential UFOs.
• COMPTE RENDU DE LA SOIREE NATIONALE D'OBSERVATION DU 18 MARS 1972: A national observation night was held, with 40 locations monitored and 260 photos submitted. While no definitive UFOs were captured, two particular photos from Callian and Saint-Raphaël showed unusual blurry spots that, despite being potentially photographic defects, are noted due to their similar characteristics and location.

Le Detecteur "VEGA II"

This section describes the "VEGA II" detector, a sensitive device designed to register local variations in the Earth's magnetic field. It uses a compass needle, a light bulb, and a photo-resistor to trigger a loudspeaker and an electronic memory. The article provides technical specifications, pricing, and ordering information.

Appels de Detecteurs

This section contains brief reports from readers who have used magnetic field detectors:

• M. Roger T. (Ancerville-Gue): Reported memory descent on two nights in January 1972.
• M. J.-M. H. (Caudry): Reported issues with magnetic and infra-sound detectors in February 1972, including power outages.
• M. H. B. (Le Passage d'Agen): Reported no observations in May 1972.

Contact Lecteurs

This section includes a mention of the "Contact-Lecteurs" (Contact-Readers) series and an advertisement for a specimen copy.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently focuses on unexplained aerial phenomena, presenting witness accounts, research findings, and technical information. There's a strong emphasis on photographic evidence and systematic data collection, as seen in the RESUFO project. The editorial stance appears to be one of open-minded investigation, encouraging readers to report their observations and contribute to the collective understanding of these phenomena, while also maintaining a degree of skepticism and scientific rigor. The inclusion of archaeological findings like the megalith suggests an interest in connecting modern unexplained phenomena with ancient mysteries.