MUFON Massachusetts - Newsletter - 03 - 1982 01

Magazine Overview

The Mass. MUFON NEWS LETTER, Issue #3, dated November 1982, is a publication focused on UFO research and related activities within the Massachusetts chapter of MUFON (Mutual UFO Network).

Key Articles and Features

Ideas Exchange Fair The newsletter extensively covers the Ideas Exchange Fair held at Beverly High School on October 30th. The event drew approximately 650-700 visitors. The MUFON booth was a central attraction, offering handouts and continuously showing the videotape "UFO's Are Real." Veteran investigator Jules Vaillancourt and UFO expert Barry Greenwood were present to engage with attendees and answer questions. Several other MUFON scientists, including Dave Webb, Bob Sampson, Joan Thompson, and astronomer Jack Eddy of Colorado, served as judges for the "Make Your Own 'E.T.' Contest." This contest had about 60 entries, with prizes including a copy of the 1981 MIT Symposium Proceedings, movie tickets, and "E.T." themed merchandise. The judging was described as a challenging but well-executed task by the MUFON experts.

December Meeting Details

The December meeting is highlighted, with a special training session scheduled after the refreshment break. This session will focus on cases involving physical traces, including the process of collecting soil samples. It will also cover the proper procedure for writing case reports, adhering to the format outlined in the Field Investigator's Manual. MUFON meetings are now held on the second Saturday evening of each month. Attendees are advised to call the MUFON Hotline on the date of the meeting for up-to-date information.

New Members

• The newsletter welcomes three new members who joined MUFON as a result of a course on the UFO Phenomenon at North Shore Community College. These new members are:
• Mr. Richard Johnson of Beverly, who works as a jet engine tester.
• Miss. Joan Nester of Salem, a certified opthalmic technician who reported a UFO sighting near the White Sands Proofing Grounds while attending New Mexico State University.
• Mr. Daniel Berard of Beverly, who is a conductor for the B & M Railroad and also serves in the TSG 267 Combat Comm Squadron, USAFR.

The newsletter expresses enthusiasm for these new members and their potential contributions to UFO research.

Len Stringfield's Status Reports

Information is provided on obtaining Len Stringfield's Status Reports #1, #2, and #3, which discuss the retrieval of crashed UFOs. These reports can be acquired from MUFON Headquarters in Sequin, Texas, for a nominal fee. The newsletter emphasizes their value for understanding the topic while maintaining objectivity and highlights the importance of nationwide cooperation from ufologists in documenting leads.

Public Relations Committee

Marge Christensen has been appointed to a national Public Relations Committee by Walt Andrus, MUFON International Director. This committee's objective is to formalize a public education program for MUFON. Other members of this committee include Dennis Stacy, MUFON director of Publications, and Thomas Deuley, a member of the Executive Committee of the Fund for UFO Research. Leonard Stringfield is identified as MUFON's Director of Public Relations.

Newsletter Submission

Readers are encouraged to submit news items for the newsletter. Marge Christensen is the contact person, and submissions should be made at least one week before the next meeting to ensure inclusion.

Cover Story and Other Notes

The cover features a prominent headline "UFO's are REAL The Air Force doesn't exist." accompanied by a photo of a bumper sticker on an interceptor pilot's truck at McChord AFB, Wash. The pilot's work involves identifying unknown radar tracks for the North American Aerospace Defense command. A suggestion is made to place the MUFON Hotline number on a sticker inside car rear windshields for public visibility. Fred Chaffee reminds members that 1983 dues are due by December 31st, with rates of $10 for single members and $15 for couples. Checks should be made payable to Mass. MUFON.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The newsletter reflects a strong commitment to UFO investigation, public education, and membership engagement. The editorial stance appears to be one of active pursuit of evidence and information, encouraging participation from members and the public alike. There is an emphasis on structured investigation methods, as indicated by the training sessions and the mention of the Field Investigator's Manual. The publication also highlights the importance of community and collaboration within the UFO research field, as seen in the welcoming of new members and the call for news submissions.