Notiziario UFO - 1983 09-10 - Vol 18 No 101 English abstracts

Magazine Overview

Title: NOTIZIARIO UFO
Issue: Vol. XVIII No. 101
Date: September-October 1983
Publisher: Pierluigi Violin
Country: Italia
Language: English abstracts from Italian original.

This issue marks the return of NOTIZIARIO UFO to the newsstands after a three-year hiatus, under a new publisher, Pierluigi Violin. The editorial, "AGAIN IN THE SUNLIGHT" by Roberto Pinotti, expresses enthusiasm for the relaunch and notes the resurgence of UFO news, countering sociologist Francesco Alberoni's claim that the phenomenon was exhausted.

Featured Articles and Investigations

A UFO IN VARZI

Authored by Antonio Chiumiento, this article details a sighting on June 5, 1983, in Varzi (province of Pavia). A farmer and his wife observed a luminous yellow object in a field. They reported seeing a man approach the object, which then ascended into the sky, leaving behind alleged traces and a substance. However, the field was subsequently mown by the owner, preventing further investigation by CUN.

UFOLOGY AS A PROFESSION

This section features J. A. Hynek, though the content of his contribution is not detailed in the provided text.

WHAT METEORITES TELL US

Corrado Malanga reports on organic material found in meteorites, suggesting the possibility of extraterrestrial life.

THE WILL TO "BELIEVE"

Paolo Toselli offers a critical perspective on ufologists, arguing that a tendency to favor preconceived ideas and avoid non-exotic explanations leads to a biased approach. He suggests that some ufologists may unconsciously desire the mystery to remain unsolved, contributing to the perpetuation of the UFO myth.

UFOs IN THE PAST? - PART 1

Mario Cingolani begins an exploration of historical UFO phenomena, linking the translation of the Holy House in Loreto and unusual aerial lights to potential ufological implications since 1300 A.D. The section also briefly mentions a 1954 case in Gricignano d'Aversa.

1954: GRICIGNANO D'AVERSA (NA)

Investigated by Umberto Telarico, this is a retrospective look at a nearly unknown 'abduction' case. On December 9, 1954, a peasant disappeared and returned 48 hours later, claiming to have been taken by two beings described as varying in size. The experience left him physically and psychically affected until his death.

A MATTER OF ELITE

Roberto Farabone discusses the need for complex knowledge and competence to seriously study UFOs, suggesting that while anyone can speak about them, only a select few possess the necessary expertise and can set aside preconceived notions.

UFOs: MANIPULATORS OF E.M. ENERGY?

Luigi Sorgno presents research on Electro-Magnetic waves, exploring how their effects might explain typical UFO encounter phenomena such as paralysis, hallucinations, and animal reactions, posing the question of whether UFOs could be purposeful manipulators of E.M. energy.

THE ENIGMA OF THE "MARTIAN MONUMENTS"

Umberto Telarico summarizes computer research from the Mars Research Center concerning the Viking-1 pictures of a 'head' and pyramids on Mars.

THE "LUMINOUS GLOBES" OF JULY 18, 1967

This article, by the Sezione Ufologica Fiorentina (S.U.F.), is a chapter from a forthcoming book. It reviews 'M class' reports (mass sightings) across Italy on July 18, 1967, suggesting the phenomena were likely caused by the re-entry of the Soviet satellite 'Cosmos 169'.

THE C.I.A. AND UFOS

This section includes a translation of an article by Victor Marchetti from a 1980 U.S. magazine, "Frontiers of Science."

"E.T.": SOMEONE DOES NOT LIKE IT

Roberto Pinotti writes about an incident where an Islamic Center in Milan criticized the movie 'E.T.', labeling it as a work of demonic evocation and the broader ufological movement as a pseudoreligious imposture designed to lead people away from real religions.

DIALOGUE BETWEEN DEAFS

Pier Luigi Sani offers a critical review of the ufological chapter in astronomer Mario Rigutti's book "Life in the Universe," characterizing it as an example of UFO debunking writings.

CATALOGUE OF ITALIAN TRACE-LANDING CASES

Maurizio Verga presents a list of 102 Italian ground trace reports, detailing summaries, sources, evaluations, and identification levels. The cases are categorized into direct association (UFO seen and trace found), hoaxes, and deduced association (traces found without UFO sighting).

Publisher's Notes and Address Change

The publication notes that this issue (No. 101) is the first under the new publisher, Dr. Pierluigi Violin. Two more issues have been produced and will be sent out soon. An apology is extended to foreign friends for the lack of contact, and assurance is given that C.U.N. is active, despite challenges with money and manpower. A new operational address for C.U.N. in Torino, Italia, is provided for exchange publications.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The issue reflects a commitment to investigating UFO phenomena, from contemporary sightings to historical cases and scientific analysis. There's a critical examination of ufological methodology and biases, alongside an interest in the broader cultural and religious implications of UFO beliefs. The return of the publication signifies a continued effort to document and discuss UFO-related events and research within Italy and internationally, despite facing resource constraints.