MUFON Massachusetts - Newsletter - 25 - 1985 04

Magazine Overview

This issue of the MUFON Newsletter, dated April 1985 and identified as Issue #25, is published by Mutual UFO Network, Inc. The cover prominently features the upcoming National UFO Information Week in August 1985 and the MUFON UFO Symposium in St. Louis in June 1985. The newsletter originates from Massachusetts, USA, and is in English.

National UFO Information Week, 1985

The lead story highlights the first National UFO Information Week, scheduled for August 18-25, 1985. This extensive, nationwide effort is a joint project between MUFON, the Center for UFO Studies, and the Fund for UFO Research. To date, 41 MUFON State organizations have begun planning various activities. These include one-day UFO conferences, UFO Information Evenings, press releases, media appearances, public opinion polls, lectures at libraries and college campuses, UFO exhibits at shopping malls and county fairs, photographic displays, and summer recreation programs for youngsters featuring UFO shows and documentaries. Massachusetts plans to kick off the week with the Forum and arrange for speakers to appear on local talk shows, also planning press releases and mall displays.

UFO Documentary Underway

The newsletter announces that a 60-minute UFO documentary is in production. The film will feature Dr. David M. Jacobs as the narrator, along with participants including Dr. J. Allen Hynek, Mr. Walt Andrus, Mr. Budd Hopkins, Mr. Dan Wright, Mr. John Schuessler, Mr. Barry Greenwood, and Mr. Raymond Fowler. Mass. MUFON is coordinating the production, and copies of the documentary will be sold.

Mass. MUFON UFO Forum

Flyers for the Massachusetts MUFON UFO Forum are available, with registrations already being received. The event is anticipated to have a full capacity crowd. A deadline of July 1 is noted for mailing in pre-registrations at a lower rate, after which the price will increase, and door tickets may not be guaranteed. The Forum is expected to attract 12 MUFON State Directors from various locations, including Hawaii. Attendees planning to stay overnight in the Beverly area are advised to make immediate motel reservations due to other large conventions. The Forum promises to be a stimulating and exciting event.

Speakers confirmed for the Forum include Dr. David M. Jacobs (Moderator), Dr. J. Allen Hynek, Mr. Budd Hopkins, Mr. Dan Wright, and Mr. Barry Greenwood (who will share his time with co-author Larry Fawcett). Marge Christensen will also speak briefly to open the Forum and officially launch National UFO Information Week.

Massachusetts MUFON members are needed to assist with picking up out-of-State people from Logan Airport and providing other volunteer functions as the Forum approaches. A list of members for these tasks will be compiled at the May and June meetings.

MUFON UFO Symposium, St. Louis

The 1985 MUFON UFO Symposium is scheduled to be held in St. Louis, Missouri, at the Chase Hotel, from June 28-30, 1985. Attendees are advised to make reservations for the hotel, with 50 rooms held for attendees, and reservations to be made no later than 30 days prior to the event. Room rates are provided for single, double, triple, and quadruple occupancy. Advanced reservations for the Symposium are priced at $25.00, with checks payable to the UFO Study Group of Greater St. Louis. The admission price at the door will be $28.00. A special breakfast with speakers on Sunday morning costs an additional $10.00.

Symposium speakers include George Fawcett, Stanton Friedman, Peter Gersten, Budd Hopkins, William Moore, Ted Phillips, John Schuessler, Leonard Stringfield, and David Webb. Kenneth McLean will speak on Friday evening, and Marge Christensen will speak on Saturday morning to announce plans for the first National UFO Information Week. Attendees are encouraged to take advantage of special airfares being offered by major airlines within the continental United States and to make reservations soon, as some airlines are already booked for that weekend.

MUFON National News

Mass. MUFON Meeting

The next Mass. MUFON meeting is scheduled for Saturday, May 11. Reservations are required by May 4.

Slide Sets Available

Dan Wright has informed that two sets of slides (for public information and training field investigators) will be available by April 15. The 50-slide set costs $25.00, and the 100-slide set costs $45.00. These packages include printed commentary, slides, and slide boxes. Orders should be sent to Dan Wright, 1502 Marquette, Lansing, MI 48906, with checks payable to Dan Wright.

Walt Disneyworld Says "No" to UFO Display

Florida State Director Donald Ware inquired with Walt Disney Enterprises about including a UFO exhibit in the new Future World at EPCOT Center. Disney Enterprises appreciated the suggestion but stated they do not accept ideas from outside their organization. The newsletter thanks Don Ware for his effort.

Dr. Hynek Moves to Arizona

Dr. J. Allen Hynek has officially moved his residence to Phoenix, Arizona, where the Center for UFO Studies has established a new research facility. The Center's Phoenix address and phone number are provided.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The newsletter consistently promotes MUFON's public outreach and educational initiatives, such as the National UFO Information Week and the annual Symposium. There is a strong emphasis on organizing events, disseminating information through various media, and engaging the public. The editorial stance appears to be one of active promotion and coordination of UFO research and awareness activities within the MUFON network and the broader community. The inclusion of news about prominent figures in the field and ongoing projects like the documentary reinforces this proactive approach.