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Weekly Research Magazine's Look-See Vol 9 No 1
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This is a special issue of THE WEEKLY RESEARCH MAGAZINE'S SUMMER LOOK-SEE, published by UUA PUBLICATION, with Ricky Hilberg as the Summer Editor. The issue is dated June 5, 1963, and is identified as Volume 9, Number 1, and Whole number 50.
Magazine Overview
This is a special issue of THE WEEKLY RESEARCH MAGAZINE'S SUMMER LOOK-SEE, published by UUA PUBLICATION, with Ricky Hilberg as the Summer Editor. The issue is dated June 5, 1963, and is identified as Volume 9, Number 1, and Whole number 50.
UFO Over Westlake Ohio
The primary news item details a UFO sighting by Mr. Robert Alaimo, a manager at Westlake Cleaners, on May 6, 1963. Alaimo observed a round, star-like object over Westlake that appeared to be falling at times. He estimated its size to be as large as a half-dollar at arm's length and its altitude between 2,000 and 3,000 feet. The object reportedly turned red before going out of sight when a plane approached from the opposite direction. The report credits Mr. Allen Manak of the Cleve. UFOlogy Proj.
Important Warning: The World of Flying Saucers
A significant portion of the issue is dedicated to an "IMPORTANT WARNING!!! THIS IS URGENT!!!" concerning the release of a new book titled "The World of Flying Saucers" by Donald H. Menzel and Lyle G. Boyd. The publication views this book as presenting a "new public relations problem for all serious UFO investigators." Menzel is described as notorious for his past writings that allegedly use "twisted facts" to dismiss UFO phenomena.
The new book is noted for claiming to contain "previously top-secret UFO records of the Air Force." The magazine argues that the Air Force would only release easily explained reports, and that the public, upon reading Menzel's book, might believe all cases in AF files have been explained. This is contrasted with the review of the book by the Science Fiction Book Club, which called it "The first book to approach the subject from a true, scientific viewpoint." The magazine asserts that this claim is "utterly absurd" to anyone familiar with works like "The Challenge of UFOs" by Prof. C.A. Maney & Richard Hall.
The publication expresses concern that the unknowing reader might accept Menzel's claims at face value, presenting a "challenge to us" (UFOlogists). The core message is that Menzel and Boyd's effort "represent only one side of the story" and that this narrative must be countered "before the book does any damage."
Call to Action and Contact Information
An urgent plea is made for this warning to be reprinted in all UFO publications. The message is attributed to Allen Greenfield, Chairman of the Newspaper Committee, and the "Regular Look-See editor." Readers are encouraged to send their reports to SUMMER LOOK-SEE HQ, located at 3403 West 119th Street, Cleveland 11, Ohio. Ricky Hilberg is identified as the Chairman of the Project Committee and Summer Editor.
Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance
The issue strongly advocates for transparency and a balanced presentation of UFO evidence. It exhibits a critical stance towards authors perceived as dismissive of UFO phenomena, particularly Donald H. Menzel. The editorial stance is one of active engagement and defense of the UFOlogy community's efforts to investigate and report on unexplained aerial phenomena, urging proactive measures to counter what it views as potentially misleading information presented to the public.