New England UFO Newsletter - No 09 - 1978 01

Magazine Overview

This issue of the New England UFO Newsletter, dated January 1978, presents a diverse collection of reports and articles related to UFO phenomena, paranormal events, and related news. The cover prominently features a headline about a mysterious message for Earth and the potential discovery of a new planet.

Cover Story: Message from 'Asteron'

The lead story details a mysterious broadcast that interrupted television programming in Southern England. The voice, identifying itself as 'Asteron,' an authorized representative of an Intergalactic mission, delivered a message urging humanity to destroy weapons of evil and learn to live together in peace, or face leaving the galaxy. Police and television engineers were baffled by the transmission, which was described as sophisticated and expensive to produce.

Astronomical Discovery: A Possible New Planet

Astronomers have reportedly identified a slow-moving object in the night sky that may be a new planet. Charles Kowal of the California Institute of Technology, reporting through the Central Bureau of Astronomical Telegrams, noted an object moving at a speed similar to, but slightly greater than, Uranus. While data is limited, one interpretation suggests it could be a new planet orbiting the sun between Saturn and Uranus, with an estimated diameter of 100 to 400 miles.

Bigfoot Sightings in South Dakota

The newsletter reports on a series of Bigfoot sightings in Little Eagle, South Dakota, on the Standing Rock Reservation. Since September, twenty-eight sightings have been reported, with the creature described as being between six and nine feet tall, and weighing between 600 and 900 pounds. Some residents are carrying guns or considering moving due to fear.

UFO-TRIVIA

This section, edited by Ed Fogg, presents a quiz with questions related to UFO history and terminology, including the origin of the term 'Flying Saucer,' UFO occupants mentioned by George Adamski, physical evidence left by a saucer in New Mexico, and the founder of NICAP.

Short Notes from the News Media

• This section highlights various news items related to UFOs:
• Producer Jack Webb is reportedly engaged to produce a thirteen-episode series of UFO programs for television.
• A humorous article by Art Buchwald is mentioned, revolving around the landing of a flying saucer in Washington D.C. and the occupants' request to see 'our leader.'

Editorial: 'It looks from here as if...' by Jim Delay

Jim Delay's column reflects on a lull in locally reported UFO sightings, suggesting it's a good time for readers to catch up on reading, prepare book reports, and organize their UFO-related materials. He also touches upon the subjective nature of belief in UFOs, questioning whether beliefs are based on evidence or psychological need.

Close Encounters of the Third Kind - A Critical Look

This section invites readers to share their impressions of the movie 'Close Encounters of the Third Kind,' questioning whether it was an honest portrayal and if humanity is any closer to understanding UFO phenomena than in previous years.

Flying Saucers Are Real... The Air Force Doesn't Exist.

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Trivia Answers

Answers to the UFO-TRIVIA quiz are provided.

Saucer Searchers - Good Hunting

This article details an encounter with Betty Hill in Exeter, New Hampshire, who claims to have discovered a UFO landing site. She describes signaling UFOs with her car headlights and observing lights in the sky that change color and move in unusual ways. The article recounts her past experience with her late husband, Barney, of being abducted by spacemen. A graduate student, David Leuser, also reports witnessing unusual lights and spotlights coming from the ground and shooting into the sky.

Further Information on the May 11 Sighting in Monson, Ma.

The Public Information Office at Westover AFB confirmed the presence of six Air Force planes over Monson on the date of a reported sighting. While some investigators suggest the sightings were aircraft, witnesses maintain they saw something unknown.

Additional Information on the Westborg Report

Joe Nyman thanks Langley Gatling for investigating the flight patterns of Marine helicopters from the South Weymouth Naval Air Station, indicating that it's plausible for such helicopters to have been in the Westboro area.

NEUFOBG Sighting Summary

• A table summarizes three UFO sightings:
• March 21, 1977: Mammoth Rd., Lowell, MA - one object moved slowly like a plane.
• September 9, 1977: Heath Rd., South Easton, MA - one object made a whistling noise and disappeared quickly.
• September 20, 1977: Nr. Kennebunkport, ME - two objects followed a car and beamed light over trees.

Correcting an Earlier Report

By Joe Nyman, this section revisits a UFO sighting reported in the April 1977 newsletter. The sighting occurred on December 19, 1976, near Taunton, Massachusetts. Burton and Priscilla Cole observed two large objects, unlike airplanes or helicopters, flying low near trees. One object dipped below the trees and disappeared, while the other moved slowly before also disappearing. The object was described as having flashing lights and a rotating section, with estimated size larger than a full moon. No electromagnetic effects were noted. Investigators visited the site and found the wooded area unsuitable for landings.

President's Message by Dave Downs

Dave Downs uses the analogy of the Six Blind Men and the Elephant to discuss the complexity of UFO phenomena. He stresses the importance of keeping an open mind to endless possibilities. Downs also comments on the movie 'Close Encounters of the Third Kind,' noting the significant promotional spending compared to government UFO research. He mentions the positive 'spin off benefits' from the Condon Committee Study and highlights Dr. Saunders' computer study of UFO cases. Downs encourages readers to see the movie.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The newsletter consistently promotes an open-minded approach to investigating UFO phenomena, acknowledging the complexity and elusiveness of the subject. It encourages readers to share information and consider various possibilities without jumping to conclusions. The editorial stance appears to be one of diligent research and open inquiry, serving as a platform for diverse reports and perspectives within the UFO community. The inclusion of news media snippets and corrections to previous reports indicates a commitment to thoroughness and engagement with the broader public discourse on UFOs. The newsletter also seems to value personal accounts and witness testimonies, as evidenced by the detailed reports on sightings and encounters.