Long Island UFO Update - Vol 02 No 01

Magazine Overview

This issue of "The Long Island U.F.O. Reporter," Volume II, Issue I, dated February 1990, is published quarterly by The Long Island U.F.O. Network Inc. It is available to members for $2.00 to non-members. The cover features a photograph of an alleged UFO taken in 1982 in Lawrence, N.Y., by a Dr. Fells, and highlights articles on an update to the Moriches Bay U.F.O. retrieval case, a report on the Columbia Street case, and a statistical analysis for 1988.

The Island Scene

The organization, LIUFON, is overwhelmed by the volume of information received, with over forty reports in the first two months of 1990 and ten open cases from 1989. They are seeking more investigators. Recent reports from the Eastern Suffolk area include instances of alleged landings in farm fields in Riverhead, an object hovering over a woman's house in East Hampton that deposited two alien entities, and animal mutilations in Brookhaven Town parks. A 1976 report of a large disc-shaped object with a dome, accompanied by smaller objects, buzzing the L.I.E. at exit 57 in Hauppauge is also mentioned. A sighting at Cedar Beach, near the Shoreham Reactor, involved a large diamond-shaped object. Another report from East Quogue describes an object similar to the September 28, 1989 Moriches Bay Case that followed a woman to her home. The article notes that many older sightings from ten to twenty-five years ago are also being reported.

The Chairman's Corner

John Ford discusses the incident of September 28, 1989, over Moriches Bay and the Dune Area of Smith's Point Beach. He suggests this may have been an attempt by U.S. Armed Forces and Suffolk County Police Aviation Bureau to monitor a disabled UFO that had landed, involving a second, larger object hovering over the bay. The Peterson family witnessed and photographed this event. Ford describes this as a "Retrieval Operation." The military, including the Coast Guard and Air National Guard, were involved, claiming they were searching for a sinking boat. However, LIUFON maintains this was a cover-up. Evidence cited includes forty-eight photographs taken by the Peterson family showing an object with six large amber lights, which the military claims were parachute flares. Analysis by the Fund for U.F.O. Research suggests the lights are cold sources of light emissions with no thermal readings. The article also mentions a similar object seen in ten different locations in Connecticut prior to the Moriches Bay incident. Fishermen reported periodic magnetic variations in the area of Moriches Inlet. LIUFON investigators observed military and police helicopters practicing formation flying over Moriches Bay prior to the incident. A 75-foot diameter area of crushed vegetation resembling a UFO landing site was discovered in the dunes. An FAA official admitted only helicopters were involved in the search, with no mention of a KC-130. The FAA reportedly destroyed records of this incident. The Petersons reported a large object with six amber lights, and a similar object was reported chasing Kathy O'Donnell in East Quoque. The article posits that more than one large object may have been present. A government scientist allegedly told a LIUFON member that a UFO was brought down by a secret "Star Wars" project at Brookhaven Laboratories using a high-intensity laser. This operation allegedly resulted in the loss of nineteen government lives during an attempted capture in the dunes. The article concludes by questioning whether the incident was a prank or involved "National Security."

Columbia Street Case Update

In October 1988, an incident in Port Jefferson involved a disc-shaped object that buzzed a postal truck and police cars. Several civilian witnesses were involved, and a federal agency allegedly coerced silence. The story was leaked by police officers and a government official. A secret briefing manual for handling UFO incidents was disclosed. The case remains open. The first police car on the scene required maintenance due to electrical problems and paint blistering. The FAA was contacted to check for aircraft, and a Police Commander contacted a Federal Intelligence Agency. A house on Columbia Street, used as an office by a CPA and an exterminating service, became vacant after the story broke, with the landlord citing rent increases as the reason for the tenants' departure. The number of employees in these businesses matched the number of witnesses. LIUFON has failed to locate additional witnesses. Residents claimed no knowledge of the incident until LIUFON reported it. Sixth Precinct officers were reportedly told not to discuss the incident with anyone, including their families, and to avoid contact with LIUFON. A June 1989 incident involving two disc-shaped objects over Coram, witnessed by Sixth Precinct officers, is also denied by the precinct but learned of through a confidential police source. The article concludes that the Columbia Street case proves the federal government still covers up UFO incidents on Long Island.

A photograph of the railroad crossing and yards at Columbia Street in Port Jefferson, New York, is included.

The Statistical Analysis for 1988

This section presents a statistical breakdown of 121 reported cases and 179 reports submitted to LIUFON in 1988. The analysis, prepared by investigator Bruce Richardson, reveals that 47% of witnesses were male and 53% were female. The most frequent number of witnesses per sighting was one (36%), followed by no additional witnesses (31%). Sightings occurred most frequently on Mondays, followed by Saturdays and Wednesdays. The 1980s were the most frequent time period for sightings, followed by the 1960s and then the 1970s. Objects were most often seen at a distance of one to two miles (31%). August was the busiest month for sightings, followed by July and September. Within August, 13 out of 18 sightings occurred between the 15th and 18th. The majority of sightings (92%) occurred at night. Disc shapes were the most commonly reported (67%), followed by cloud-like objects or beams of light (43%). Landings were reported as affirmative in 13% of cases, and close encounters or abductions were affirmative in 13% of cases. The most frequently involved age group was 20-39 years old (57%), followed by 40-59 years old (18%). The size distribution for reported objects varied, with 28% reported as 50 feet. The most frequently described surface was dark grey, blending with the night sky. The article notes that this analysis is based on LIUFON's independent research.

Doctor Fell's U.F.O. Photo Case

This section details a case initiated in September 1988 when Dr. David Fells of Lawrence, N.Y., contacted LIUFON about two photographs of UFOs he took in February 1982. Dr. Fells had held onto the photos for six years, seeking an explanation. He did not recall seeing the objects at the time he took the pictures. LIUFON's photo expert, Chris Zamboni, analyzed the photos and negatives. Zamboni detected a reflection indicating the pictures were taken through a glass window, consistent with Dr. Fells' statement. The analysis found no evidence of trick photography. A potential explanation for the discs appearing only after development was a recessed light fixture in the ceiling behind the window. The article questions whether someone turned on the light when the photos were taken.

The U.F.O. Fact Sheet

Authored by Kelly Freeman, this fact sheet aims to provide a basic understanding of the UFO problem. It states that UFOs are seen daily worldwide in various shapes and sizes, and could be interplanetary, interdimensional, or from unexplored regions. Entities are described, often as small, grey-skinned beings with large eyes. Thousands have reportedly been abducted. Close encounters could have physical effects due to radiation. Entities have displayed both benevolent and malevolent deeds. Numerous alleged UFO crash/retrieval operations have been reported globally. Cattle and animal mutilations continue. UFOs are frequently reported over military installations and nuclear facilities. Military personnel who witness UFOs are debriefed and sworn to secrecy. The U.S. Government is accused of practicing a "deadly game of coverup" regarding UFOs. The fact sheet concludes that UFOs are real.

An editor's note mentions that rumors of human disappearances and mutilations, while not documented by researchers, continue to appear from reliable sources.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are the prevalence of UFO sightings on Long Island, the alleged involvement of government agencies in monitoring and potentially retrieving UFOs, and the systematic cover-up of these events. LIUFON's editorial stance is critical of official explanations and government secrecy, asserting that evidence points to phenomena beyond conventional explanations. The organization actively investigates these cases and aims to inform the public, despite official denials and a perceived lack of cooperation from some agencies.

This document is page 10 of what appears to be an issue of "U.F.O. REPORT," published by the Long Island U.F.O. Network (L.I.U.P.O.N.). The content focuses on the analysis of photographic evidence submitted by a Doctor Fells, which was initially thought to depict a UFO.

Analysis of Doctor Fells' Photographs

The primary subject of this page is the examination of two photographs taken by Doctor Fells. The text explains that the disc-like images in the photos appear to have reflections that match the angle of a window behind the photographer. It is suggested that the photographer tilted the camera, and the ceiling fixture and the top of the window being on the same axis caused them to appear at the same angle in the photo.

Chris Zamboni's impression was that the picture was a double exposure of the ceiling light on the window behind the photographer, which was then reflected onto the window in front of the photographer and captured by the camera. This interpretation led to the conclusion that the image was not a UFO.

To verify this explanation, L.I.U.P.O.N. sent the negatives and pictures to a second, anonymous expert in early 1989. This expert examined the materials and supported the initial analysis. The expert was able to match the dimensions of the light fixture with those of the apparent discs in the photos. Furthermore, it was noted that Doctor Fells had shifted his position slightly, resulting in the impression that the object had moved in the fourth picture of the series.

Cautionary Notes on UFO Evidence

The report includes important caveats regarding the interpretation of UFO evidence. It is stated that 90 to 95 percent of all UFO reports are misinterpretations of conventional objects or situations. The document strongly advises that photographs should not be taken as prima facie evidence of real objects, as they can often be faked or misinterpreted themselves. The case of Doctor Fells' photos is presented as an example of such a situation.

Accompanying Images and Information

Page 2 of the scanned document displays two additional photographs from Doctor Fells' series. One is labeled "THIS IS A PICTURE OF THE EVENING SKY WITHOUT THE WHITE DISC." The other is "THIS IS THE PICTURE OF THE ROOM WITH THE RECESSED LIGHT FIXTURE." Below these images, the contact information for the Long Island U.F.O. Network is provided, including their P.O. Box, city, state, zip code, and a UFO hotline number.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring theme throughout this document is the critical examination of photographic evidence in UFO investigations. The editorial stance is one of skepticism towards photographic proof, emphasizing the high rate of misinterpretation and the need for rigorous analysis. The publication appears to advocate for a scientific and cautious approach to UFO phenomena, prioritizing rational explanations over sensational claims.