Notizie CUN - No 00

Magazine Overview

This document is issue number zero of 'NOTIZIE C.U.N.', a circular informative bulletin from the Centro Ufologico Nazionale (CUN), dated February 1984. It is published by the CUN and originates from Torino, Italy. The bulletin is in Italian.

Editorial Rationale and Content

The editorial team expresses dissatisfaction with the infrequent publication schedule of 'Quaderni UFO' and the uncertainty surrounding its future, particularly regarding funding. They believe 'Quaderni UFO' prioritizes external dissemination over the internal need for constant updates and connection within the CUN. To prevent further fragmentation of the CUN's structure, the editorial staff has taken it upon themselves to create this circular to rapidly inform members of all activities, news of interest, and to provide a space for proposals and discussions. They intend to revive sections related to the Secretariat and Central Archives, similar to those recently reintroduced in 'Quaderni UFO'. Members are encouraged to promptly report their 'activities' and 'proposals and discussions' concerning investigations, archives, dissemination, and study, to ensure everyone remains updated and engaged. The content will be concise for economic reasons, with printing and shipping costs personally covered by the editorial team for this initial issue. Future issues will be sent only to those who express interest and collaboration.

Secretariat General

To handle the high volume of correspondence more efficiently, the response work will be divided among Paolo Fiorino, Gian Paolo Grassino, Massimo Neebia, and Edoardo Russo, based on their availability. The Torino office, which collectively manages the Secretariat and Central Archives, also includes Alberto Garino and Camillo Michieletto.

Received Material

The bulletin briefly lists recent materials added to the documentation bank, focusing on interesting investigations:

• Alessandro Cortellazzi (Trento): Dossier on sightings in the Trento region from June 6, 1983, including cases in Trento, Sfruz, Toss di Ton, Dro, Mortaso, and Rovereto (35 pages).
• Paolo Toselli (Alessandria): Reports on cases in Moirano, Acqui, and Alessandria (17 pages).
• Massimo Pigliucci (Rome): Report on a case in Pezzana (VC) (18 pages).
• Gianfranco Bussacchini (Fiorenzuola): Report on a local case (9 pages).
• Internal Investigations: Over 50 pages of investigations into cases in Torino, Castagneto Po, Pecetto, Cirié, Coassolo (TO), and Pistolesa (VC).
• Michele Sisti (Trieste): Two detailed reports on nighttime sightings in Trieste on September 27 and October 31, 1983 (39 pages).
• G.S.E. Group (Luigi Di Ruzza, Cassino): A catalog of Frosinone cases investigated between 1976 and 1981, with summaries and brief comments (22 pages).
• Claudio Cavallini (Vigevano): Two reports on cases from June 6, 1983, in Lomello (PV) and Golfo de Rosas (Spain) (37 pages), a low-altitude report from Pavia in January 1983 (13 pages), and retrospective investigations of cases in Cilavegna (PV) from 1949 and 1962 (11 pages), Vigevano in 1975 (7 pages), and an IR-3 from 1962.

Regional Catalogs

Circular No. 3 (November 1983) of the Regional Catalog Project is available. It provides an update on the status of regional catalogs, reiterates the project's general objectives, and sets short-term goals related to updating and documenting the central archives. Interested individuals can request this and previous circulars from the Secretariat.

Investigation Methodology

On June 20, 1983, a report on a sighting in the province of Torino on June 6 was sent to several members. This report was drafted following the 'standard' criteria recommended in 'Quaderni UFO' No. 6, along with explanatory notes. Members are encouraged to request this material and follow the guidelines for drafting reports. The notes for report drafting constitute the basis of the investigation methodology and replace older forms or questionnaires.

Approximately twenty reports have been received following these methodological criteria, described as detailed and well-made. Particularly noteworthy are the reports from Claudio Cavallini (Vigevano), Paolo Toselli (Alessandria), Michele Sisti (Trieste), Massimo Pigliucci (Rome), and Gianfranco Bussacchini (Fiorenzuola).

Back Issues of Notiziario UFO

To raise 'emergency funds', the National Ufological Center's Secretariat is selling back issues of 'Notiziario UFO'. Available issues include:

• 1971: No. 42 (24 pages) - L. 1500
• 1972: Nos. 43-48 (20 pages each) - L. 1500 each
• 1973: Nos. 49-54 (4 pages each) - L. 2000 for all six; No. 55/60 (36 pages) - L. 2000
• 1974: No. 62 (20 pages) - L. 1500; Nos. 63/64 (32 pages) - L. 2000
• 1975: No. 65 (20 pages) - L. 1500
• 1977: Nos. 73,74 (20 pages) - L. 1500 each
• 1978: Nos. 75/76 (36 pages) - L. 2000

Additionally, issues from No. 78 (November 1978) to No. 95/96 (April-May 1980) edited by Mariotti are available for L. 2000 each, and issues 1 to 15 of 'Quaderni UFO' for L. 1000. Issues 99 and 100 of 'Notiziario UFO' are L. 1500 each. Issue No. 97/98 is sent free of charge. Payments should be made via postal order to Gian Paolo Grassino, Casella Postale 82, 10100 Torino.

Activities

Progetto Italia 3

On November 27, 1983, the Steering Committee recognized 'Progetto Italia 3' as a study commission. This informal study group, formed in 1981 by the editorial team of 'Documenti UFO' and coordinated by Massimo Pigliucci, focuses on close encounters of the third kind (IR-3) in Italy. Participants have met in various cities to discuss objectives and study methods, and an initial list of known IR-3 cases has been compiled. The most recent meeting in Bologna on October 30 discussed investigation problems and report drafting, using a concrete case from 1980 in the Genoa area as an example. A catalog of all documentary sources (reports, articles, letters, etc.) related to Italian IR-3 cases is being compiled by Paolo Fiorino, with over 300 cases and thousands of sources collected so far. Individuals with knowledge of such cases are encouraged to report them.

Regional Coordination Tuscany

A good example of local activity comes from Tuscany, where the efforts of Sandra and Giuliano Lenzi (Livorno) and Fabrizio Villa (Montespertoli) have led to the formation of a regional coordination group. This group, comprising about twenty researchers from CUN and other organizations, aims to pursue common work and information programs and organize monthly meetings. Tuscan members have rapidly compiled lists of cases from almost all provinces. Future activities include deepening knowledge of scientific subjects relevant to ufology (astronomy, psychology, physics, chemistry) and developing specific programs for archiving, data processing, investigation, and trace detection techniques. Organizationally, a secretariat and a regional archive have been established (responsible for the Regional Catalog coordination), along with a rapid intervention team for field investigations and study groups. This initiative is well-structured and commendable. Analogous initiatives in other regions are encouraged, and Tuscan members are invited to contact the Secretariat of the Regional Coordination, c/o Sandra Lenzi, Via Adriana 4/6, 57100 Livorno.

From Pavia...

Claudio Cavallini of Vigevano (PV) is highlighted for his work in cataloging and decentralizing the archive for the province of Pavia. He has recently conducted numerous investigations into both recent and older cases, producing detailed reports. Following receipt of documentation from the Pavia Documentation Bank, he has investigated cases based on newspaper clippings. To find witnesses with complete information, he has made dozens of phone calls throughout the province, inquired at the registry office, and placed paid advertisements in newspapers, uncovering previously unknown cases from 1983 and 1949, including nighttime lights and close encounters. He has also compiled a list of his documentation according to the criteria in the third circular on regional catalogs.

Regional Convention Palermo

On January 28-29, a convention was held in Palermo titled '3rd Regional Convention on Anomalous Celestial Phenomena', organized by the local CUN branch. Topics included psychophysiological evaluations of IR-3 witness experiences, the problem of physical trace detection, and new perspectives in regressive hypnosis. For more information, contact Gioacchino Pezzati, Via Maltese 92, 90146 Palermo.

Information

Notiziario UFO N. 102

Issue No. 102 of 'Notiziario UFO' is currently being printed and is expected to be dispatched by the end of February. The delay is attributed to technical issues by the publisher, Pierluigi Violin. The number of subscriptions received is significantly lower than expected, raising concerns about the initiative's economic survival. Members are urged to actively seek potential subscribers and communicate their names to the publisher.

Translators Wanted

Volunteers are needed to translate foreign articles for 'Notiziario UFO', particularly from French and English. Interested individuals should contact the Secretariat, which will provide photocopies of the texts.

Latest Sightings

Since the summer, there have been sporadic UFO sightings across Italy. Members are encouraged to report cases and conduct investigations whenever possible. Since the beginning of the year, about four or five cases have been reported:

• January 5: Sightings of cigar-shaped objects moving rapidly, stopping, and circling in the sky near Castiglione delle Stiviere and Desenzano del Garda (BS), reported in 'Giornale di Brescia'.
• January 6 & 7: Multiple reports of stationary lights resembling headlights on the mountains near Tiarso di Sotto (TN), accompanied by engine-like noise, reported in 'L'Adige' and 'Alto Adige'.
• Late January/Early February: Possible sightings in Gorizia and Asolo (TV). However, no news was received from Veneto and Friuli until Paolo Toselli, who transferred to Bassano del Grappa (VI), investigated two local sightings on February 11 and 18.
• The February 11 sighting involved five independent witnesses who saw two headlight-like lights take off with a low hum and become four lights in a square formation.
• The February 18 case involved a single witness who saw a large, orange light relatively low to the ground.

National Congress Genoa

The 3rd National Ufology Congress will be held in Genoa from May 4-6, on the theme 'UFO and Mass Media'. It is organized by the National Ufological Center with the patronage of the Ligurian Association of Journalists. A special package including food and lodging at a special price for CUN members is anticipated. Further information will be provided soon.

From Udine...

Alberto Lazzaro, former director of the CUN branch in Reggio Emilia, has recently moved to Udine and is working to establish a local CUN section with Giuseppe Zurco. Members and interested parties in the area are invited to contact Alberto at Via Torino 91, 33100 Udine. For the province of Reggio Emilia, contact Lorenzo Bartoli, Via Cipriani 1, 42100 Reggio Emilia.

Zanfretta Story

A book dedicated to the Zanfretta case, containing unpublished material from hypnotic sessions and police investigations, is expected in April from the Genoese publisher Alcaez. Written by journalist Rino Di Stefano, the book is titled 'Luci nella notte' ('Lights in the Night').

Assembly Florence

The annual assembly of CUN members is likely to be held in Florence on Saturday, April 7. The National Coordination will soon send out official convocation notices to all CUN members.

Latest News

Guido Antonio Carione (Capaccio Scalo) reported a sighting in Baia Domizia (Caserta) in early February, which was covered by the local press. Further details are awaited.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The primary recurring theme is the critical need for improved internal communication and information dissemination within the Centro Ufologico Nazionale (CUN). The editorial stance is one of proactive engagement, aiming to bridge the information gap caused by the perceived shortcomings of existing publications like 'Quaderni UFO'. There is a strong emphasis on member participation, encouraging the submission of research, activities, and discussions. The bulletin also highlights the importance of systematic investigation methodology and the value of regional coordination efforts. The CUN appears to be facing financial challenges, as evidenced by the sale of back issues to raise funds. The overall tone is one of organizational revitalization and a call to action for its members.