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MUFON NEWSLETTER
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Summary
This March 1987 MUFON Newsletter covers recent activities and reports. It details a well-attended slide presentation in Portsmouth, NH, and an upcoming seven-week UFO course in Newburyport, MA, taught by Raymond Fowler. The newsletter also mentions a radio show appearance by Alex Newberry of WGIR and reports on a significant UFO sighting by a J.A.L. pilot in Alaska, which was covered by Newsweek and Weekly World News. Additionally, it includes 'Cases in Work' detailing a sighting by a Swanzy police officer and another by two officers near Claremont.
Magazine Overview
This document is the March 1987 issue of the MUFON NEWSLETTER, published by MUTUAL UFO NETWORK, INC., based in Rye, NH. The issue number is #5, and it covers recent activities, lectures, courses, and reported sightings relevant to UFO investigation.
Portsmouth Library Lecture
The newsletter reports on a well-attended slide presentation held on November 13, 1986, at the Portsmouth Library. During this event, attendees learned of a UFO sighting in York, Maine, which was subsequently handed over to the Maine State Director for MUFON. Members of MUFON Massachusetts also attended.
UFO Course
A significant announcement is the upcoming seven-week UFO course to be taught by noted author, lecturer, and UFO investigator Mr. Raymond Fowler. The course will take place at the Newburyport High School and is scheduled to begin on March 30, 1987. The curriculum will utilize audiovisual equipment and include handouts with copies of government documents released under the Freedom of Information Act. For more information, interested individuals are directed to call Sue Smith at (617)374-3805. The newsletter highlights this as a 'rare opportunity to learn first hand from one of the best.'
Radio Show
Mr. Alex Newberry of WGIR in Manchester invited the newsletter's author to participate in a show about UFO activity in New Hampshire. A three-segment show was taped the previous month.
Sighting in Alaska
The newsletter details a UFO sighting that occurred on November 17, 1986. J.A.L. pilot Kenjyu Terauchi and his crew, aboard a 747 cargo aircraft, reported sighting a large UFO near Anchorage, Alaska. This incident was covered in the January 12, 1987, issue of Newsweek and the February 3, 1987, issue of Weekly World News. Interestingly, the newsletter notes that the FAA offers a mail-order package about this sighting for $194.00.
MUFON Symposium 1947 - 1987
An announcement is made regarding the MUFON Symposium, themed 'Forty Years is Long Enough,' scheduled for June 26-28, 1987, at the American University in Washington, D.C. Information is provided about on-campus housing options: dormitory-style single rooms are available for $27.00 per night, and double rooms for $25.00 per night. Off-campus housing in local motels is also an option. For registration forms or more information, interested parties should write to MUFON P.O. Box 453, Rye, NH 03870.
Cases in Work
This section highlights ongoing investigations:
- Swanzy Sighting: On March 4, 1987, at 10 PM, a police officer in Swanzy sighted a slow-moving set of lights. MUFON member Michael Scadova of Keene alerted MUFON to this case.
- Claremont Sighting: Two police officers near Claremont reported observing a large object that subsequently split into two parts.
Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance
The newsletter consistently focuses on UFO sightings, investigations, and educational opportunities within the field. It promotes MUFON's activities, such as lectures and symposia, and highlights the importance of UFO education through courses like the one offered by Raymond Fowler. The editorial stance appears to be one of active investigation and dissemination of information regarding UFO phenomena, encouraging member participation and reporting of sightings. The inclusion of media coverage (Newsweek, Weekly World News) and official sources (FAA) suggests an effort to connect UFO reports with broader public awareness and official documentation.
THIS IS A RARE OPPORTUNITY TO LEARN FIRST HAND FROM ONE OF THE BEST.
Key Incidents
A slide presentation on UFO activity was held at the Portsmouth Library, which was well attended and included a sighting in York, Maine.
A police officer in Swanzy sighted a slow-moving set of lights, a case alerted to MUFON by member Michael Scadova.
Two police officers near Claremont reported sighting a large object that split into two parts.
J.A.L. pilot Kenjyu Terauchi and his crew aboard a 747 cargo aircraft sighted a large UFO.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MUFON Symposium about?
The MUFON Symposium will be held from June 26-28, 1987, at the American University in Washington, D.C., celebrating 'Forty Years is Long Enough'.
Where can I find information about the UFO course?
For information on the seven-week UFO course taught by Raymond Fowler, call Sue Smith at (617)374-3805.
What was the UFO sighting in Alaska?
On November 17, 1986, J.A.L. pilot Kenjyu Terauchi and his crew sighted a large UFO near Anchorage, Alaska, a story covered by Newsweek and Weekly World News.
What is the cost of campus housing at the MUFON Symposium?
Dormitory-style campus housing is available for $27.00 per night single or $25.00 per night double.
In This Issue
People Mentioned
- RAYMOND FOWLERAuthor, Lecturer, UFO Investigator
- SUE SMITHContact for UFO Course
- ALEX NEWBERRYWGIR Radio Host
- KENJYU TERAUCHIJ.A.L. Pilot
- MICHAEL SCADOVAMUFON Member
- Peter R. SeromiaEditor/Contributor
Organisations
- MUTUAL UFO NETWORK, INC.
- MUFON
- FAA
Locations
- Portsmouth, USA
- York, USA
- Maine, USA
- Newburyport, USA
- Manchester, USA
- New Hampshire, USA
- Alaska, USA
- Anchorage, USA
- Washington, D.C., USA
- Swanzy, USA
- Keene, USA
- Claremont, USA