New Hampshire MUFON Newsletter - 1987 08 - No 06

Magazine Overview

This document is the MUFON Newsletter, Issue No. 6, dated August 1987. It is published by MUTUAL UFO NETWORK, INC. and originates from Rye, NH, USA. The newsletter covers activities and information relevant to MUFON members and UFO enthusiasts.

Director's Message

Mr. Walter Friesendorf, Assistant State Director, and the author attended the MUFON Symposium at the American University in Washington D.C. The symposium was well-attended, featuring many "legendary UFO personalities." The MJ 12 document was identified as the main topic of discussion. The latest edition of the MUFON Journal reportedly contains a complete copy of this document. The director advises reserving judgment on the document's authenticity until further research is conducted, noting that there are "some unanswered questions."

The newsletter also welcomes several new members: John Woodland from Derry, NH; Patrick Richard from Penacook, NH; Louise Smith from Goffstown, NH; Cheryl Adams from Manchester, NH; John Reynols from Dover, NH; and Fred Doe from Rochester, NH.

To All Investigator Trainees

Investigator trainees will be sent the MUFON Field Investigator's Examination. Most answers can be found in the MUFON Field Investigator's Manual, which is available from MUFON Headquarters for six dollars. The exam is designed for both teaching and measurement, encouraging trainees to use it to increase their knowledge of the UFO subject and to be "as sharp as possible when dealing with a possible UFO victim."

To Our Sky Watchers

The "Nitetime Skywriter" airplane is flying again, and its aerial advertising has already led to a UFO call due to the plane's resemblance to a UFO. The article notes, "IT IS AMAZING HOW MUCH THAT PLANE LOOKS LIKE A UFO."

This section is signed by Peter R. Geremia, NH. State Director, MUFON.

Aerial Advertising After Dark

This article, from THE UNION LEADER, MANCHESTER, N.H. dated Wednesday, May 27, 1987, discusses "Aerial Advertising After Dark." The "Nitetime Skywriter" uses a large grid (44' x 10') with 300 high-intensity bulbs attached to the underside of an airplane's wings. Each bulb is programmed by a computer in the cockpit to spell out advertising messages of up to 35 characters, which can be changed in the air.

Airplane Advertiser's Sign Over Area Mistaken for UFO

Bright lights blinking on and off over Litchfield, NH, on Monday night were likely an airplane advertiser's sign, not an unidentified flying object, according to Mal Chute of Nite Time Sky Writers. Chute, who was flying at approximately 9 p.m. in the area where two Hesser College students reported seeing a UFO, stated that his sign, when viewed from a distance, looks like shimmering lights. He mentioned that people frequently mistake his sign for a UFO and advised those who believe they have made such a sighting to contact the Manchester Airport tower to determine if the plane was flying.

The article also notes that a previously reported "UFO hotline number" in yesterday's editions of The Union Leader was nonworking.

The contact information for Nitetime Skywriter is provided: 555 Mammoth Road, Londonderry, N.H., 03053, with phone numbers (603) 432-6600 or 432-5024.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The newsletter focuses on UFO investigations, conferences, and public awareness. There's an emphasis on rigorous research and critical thinking, particularly concerning the MJ 12 document. The publication also serves to connect MUFON members, welcome new recruits, and provide training resources. The editorial stance appears to be one of cautious investigation and education, while also acknowledging the potential for misidentification of phenomena, as highlighted by the aerial advertising incident.