NICAP Reporter - Vol 3 No 01 - 10 1964 - No 25

Magazine Overview

Title: N. I. C. A. P. REPORTER
Issue: No. 25
Volume: Vol. 3 No. 1
Date: October 1964
Publisher: National Investigations Commission on Aerial Phenomena
Country: USA
Language: English

This issue of the N.I.C.A.P. REPORTER, dated October 1964, focuses on reports of unidentified flying objects (UFOs) and related incidents. The cover features a quote from the U.S. Air Force stating that UFOs have not indicated a threat to national security. The publication aims to document and investigate such phenomena.

Reports of Unidentified Flying Objects (UFO), Possible Related Incidents and Subjects

1933 Landing of UFO Reported

This section recounts a story from a man, identified as 'Mr. X', who claims that about 30 years prior (in 1933), he encountered and inspected a UFO up close. While driving near Lehighton, Pennsylvania, he noticed a faint violet/purplish light in a field. Upon investigation, he found a bell-shaped object, approximately ten feet in diameter and six feet high, with a circular door that was slightly ajar. He entered the object, describing the interior as a chamber with tubing, dials, and a console, emitting a cold temperature and an ammonia-like odor. He noted the walls had a striated pattern and the object had no air-lock. He speculated that the occupants might have been reptilian in nature, given the size of the door and the odor. He concluded that such a vehicle was likely propelled by means other than conventional rockets, hinting at anti-gravity technology.

August 24, 1964 - Superior and St. Regis, Montana, U.S.A.

Residents of Mineral County, Montana, reported seeing lighted objects moving in the sky, described as similar to UFOs seen frequently in western Montana that summer. Observers noted the lights moved unusually, did not follow normal satellite paths, and made no noise. Some lights changed brightness and color (red to green), and some appeared to be rotating. Several observers estimated multiple objects, appearing very high and difficult to outline. Smaller lights were reported emerging from a larger one. Vic Mancini also reported seeing two lights moving in formation. The reports indicate these objects were frequently seen in the Bitterroot Valley, Flathead, and Deer Lodge areas, and around Missoula.

August 8, 1964 - St. Regis, Montana, U.S.A.

Mrs. Wes Chisholm of St. Regis reported watching a brightly-lighted object almost every night since August 8th. The object appeared in the northeast around 11:20 p.m. and remained for hours. She described its changing shapes, including pancake, 'V', half-circle, bullet, and upside-down derby hat. The light shifted from bluish-green to red and gold, sometimes becoming so bright it hurt the eyes. She also reported seeing five small red objects emerge from the main UFO, hovering nearby, and one returning to it. Another time, the main object appeared to split into two parts and rejoin. Brilliantly lighted windows or openings were seen under the derby hat shape. Mrs. Chisholm's friend, Mrs. Pauline Mainwaring, also witnessed the phenomena. During one observation, a phone line to the ranger station was dead, and the lights went off after 45 minutes.

August 17, 1964 - Missoula, Montana, U.S.A.

A local law enforcement officer, who wished to remain anonymous, described seeing an unidentified flying object through a 20-power spotting scope. He had observed similar objects for several nights over the preceding weeks. The UFO was described as 'top-shaped' with red and green lights around its perimeter, and often emitted a strong 'searchlight-like beam of white light'. The officer stated the craft spun in flight and moved across the sky at an estimated speed of '1,000 miles in a minute or less'. He estimated its size to be that of an 'average room' and noted its ability to stop and maneuver quickly.

August 14, 1964 - Missoula, Montana, U.S.A.

The daughter of a law enforcement officer reported seeing flying objects over Missoula. Her parents, initially skeptical, witnessed three or four separate objects appearing to form a pattern. Two objects moved close enough to be identified as having flashing red and green lights. Their motion was smooth and rapid, except for jerky stops and starts. One object was seen over Rattlesnake, another over Mt. Sentinel, and a third flew southeast. The parents' skepticism reportedly changed after this observation.

August 14, 1964 - Near Arlee, Montana, U.S.A.

Earl Johnston and Carmen McClure reported seeing four spherical UFOs over the Jocko Valley. One sphere, about 500 feet in diameter, came within a mile and a half of their cabin, trailing a blue light. The object moved erratically, described as like a 'drunken man driving a car', and produced a 'funny vibration' without noise. The object joined three companions and they left the valley together. Snoos McClure, father of Carmen, also reportedly sighted similar objects earlier.

August 7, 1964 - East Helena, Montana, U.S.A.

Clifford Evans reported an unidentified flying object near East Helena. He described it as a 'puff of black smoke' that made itself invisible three times before brightening and taking off in spurts. Evans took several polaroid pictures of the object, which he described as a 'round, shiny object' of no recognizable size or shape. It stayed in one spot for three minutes. This report was among many received from persons in Helena and other Montana cities.

August 6, 1964 - Spokane, Washington, U.S.A.

Several Spokane residents reported seeing a bright light traveling across the city's northern sky from west to east on Thursday night.

August 6, 1964 - Near Royal City, Washington, U.S.A.

Adults and a 12-year-old girl observed what they described as possibly 300 to 500 'strange looking grey spheres' coming over a mountain crest at high speed. One sphere came very close, landing on the gravel at the side of the road, emitting a glowing spot for a few seconds before disappearing. The objects were described as looking like large mushrooms, flat at the bottom, light grey with some darker grey ones. The sagebrush was left disturbed as if raked by a giant comb.

July 29, 1964 - Livingston, Montana, U.S.A.

A Livingston woman reported sighting a semi-transparent object, described as a 'big, big, ball of fire', hovering for nearly two hours before rising silently at dawn. She noticed the object after her Siamese cat became agitated. The object resembled a 'washing machine lid' and was extremely bright.

July 20, 1964 - Bounty Land, South Carolina, U.S.A.

Reports of strange objects in the air continued. The effects of an alleged UFO were visible in the yard of Mr. and Mrs. Paul Lee. A ring approximately 16 feet in diameter and one foot wide was found in the grass, apparently caused by exhaust fumes. The grass was covered with an oily substance that had dried to a white powder. The ring was almost perfectly circular with four indentations, and two horizontal lines were found in the center. The family did not see the cause, which occurred during heavy rains.

July 16, 1964 - Houghton Lake, Michigan, U.S.A.

Kenneth Jannereth, a 23-year-old pilot-instructor, reported being followed by six or seven bright white lights for five minutes while flying a chartered plane. The lights appeared below and then above the horizon. Jannereth estimated his speed at 150 miles per hour and stated the lights hung off the rear of his airplane before fading out.

June 27, 1964 - Near Cannelton, Indiana, U.S.A.

Sheriff William Falls investigated reports of a strange, burned circle in a hay field on the farm of Mr. and Mrs. James Stowe. Mrs. Stowe described the burn as about one foot wide in a large circle, with black ashes on leaves and vegetation, resembling an 'acid type burn'. Three smaller burned circles were also present nearby. The large circle was about nine feet across. The appearance was likened to battery acid.

June 11, 1964 - Elmore, Ohio, U.S.A.

Police Chief Richard Crawford spotted an unidentified flying object hovering over Elmore at an elevation of approximately 2,000 feet. He gave chase with a searchlight and radio, and reported three witnesses to the phenomena. The object was described as a 'flying object' with flashing pink lights that pulsated for 20-minute intervals. It moved two-tenths of a mile north before disappearing.

June 9, 1964 - Sister Lakes, Michigan, U.S.A.

Residents reported an unidentified 'monster' described as nine feet tall, weighing approximately 500 pounds, with hair to the neck, a black leathery face, and glowing eyes. Deputies found tracks measuring 3-3/4 inches at the heel and over six inches across the ball of the foot. Mrs. John Utrup claimed she was chased into her house by the creature, which she described as standing on two legs and resembling a man, but not quite. Her dogs reportedly chased it, and one dog's eye turned pale blue, later returning to normal. Gordon Brown reported seeing the creature standing between a barn and a shed, with eyes that glowed like a cat's. He described its face as thick, brown skin. The creature was also reportedly observed near Glenwood.

May 30, 1964 - Mesa, Arizona, U.S.A.

Mrs. Theda Creagle took a photograph of a UFO in the Superstition Mountains. The object in the photograph, taken from a moving car, was described as silver in color, looking like a planet with a ring around it, and possibly having an enclosed cabin with a window. A vapor trail was visible leading from high in the sky to the object's location, estimated to be about five miles away. The object was stationary but seemed to be rotating.

May 25, 1964 - Delta Township, Michigan, U.S.A.

Delta Township Fire Chief Dexter Reuckert reported a loud buzzing sound and an eerie glow coming from the sky. He saw an object with a white light emanating from its bottom. The object hung over the fire station for about a minute before moving east toward Lansing, with the sound continuing for a long time.

May 18, 1964 - Kokomo, Indiana, U.S.A.

Unidentified objects were sighted over North Central Indiana. A deputy sheriff and city policemen observed the objects. Bunker Hill Air Force Base reported investigating, but radar picked up nothing. Lt. Lowell Calhoun suggested the objects were experimental aircraft, possibly U-2 reconnaissance planes. The object he saw was silver in color, moved from horizon to horizon, and changed direction sharply.

May 15, 1964 - Montana City, Montana, U.S.A.

Office workers at a cement plant reported seeing an unidentified flying object that was flat and shiny silver in color. They could not see any wings or tail, and heard no noise. The object was in view for about three minutes and seemed to be heading toward Butte.

May 15, 1964 - Near DeBeque, Colorado, U.S.A.

Passengers in a car saw a mysterious object in the sky described as a real bright star with a red and blue tail. They observed it for five to ten minutes before it fell at an angle and exploded, lighting up the whole mountain.

May 15, 1964 - Laramie, Wyoming, U.S.A.

Dozens of people witnessed an unidentified flying object hovering over the city, described as a blinking red light. It was visible for several minutes before vanishing after an apparent explosion. Witnesses agreed it was stationary for many minutes. One couple described seeing a 'big, red, glowing sort of light' that moved across the sky and then went straight up.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue of the N.I.C.A.P. REPORTER are the widespread nature of UFO sightings across the United States, the variety of descriptions for these objects (shapes, colors, behaviors), and the persistent mystery surrounding their origin and purpose. The editorial stance appears to be one of documentation and investigation, presenting these reports as credible accounts worthy of attention, while also acknowledging the official skepticism or lack of definitive explanation from authorities like the U.S. Air Force. The publication actively solicits clippings from newspapers to build its database of UFO reports, indicating a commitment to gathering evidence and informing the public about these phenomena.