Pegasus - 1980 July-August

Magazine Overview

Title: PEGASUS
Issue: JULY/AUGUST
Date: 1980
Publisher: SURREY INVESTIGATION GROUP ON AERIAL PHENOMENA

This issue of PEGASUS, the journal of the Surrey Investigation Group on Aerial Phenomena, covers a range of topics related to unidentified aerial phenomena, folklore, and witness accounts. The magazine acknowledges a scarcity of UFO 'events' in the local area but highlights several reports and articles of interest.

Contents This Month

The issue features several articles and reports, including:

• Page 2: "The Hopping UFO" (Bordon, Hants): A detailed account of a sighting by Mr and Mrs Ford.
• Page 3/4: "Ezekiel's Wheels" Why Jehovahs Witnesses have Got It Wrong...: An article by Omar Fowler examining biblical interpretations.
• Page 5: News Snippits "UFOWISE": A collection of brief news items and announcements.
• Page 6/7: UFO's Behind the "Iron Curtain": A report translated from Russian, exploring folklore and UFOs.
• Page 8/9/10: Manual of Psycho-Physiological Effects (Part 1): A detailed guide on the effects of UFO encounters.
• Page 11: "Tailpiece News": A concluding section with miscellaneous news.

Additionally, there is a report titled "Now An Odd UNO (Unidentified Noise)" by B. Maguire.

The Hopping UFO (Case S.952)

On Wednesday, June 4th, at 2 am, Mr and Mrs Ford were driving near Bordon, Hants, when they observed a strange object. Described as being "Big as a football" and spinning "very fast" with red and white flashes around its rim, the object suddenly began to "jump" backwards and forwards in mid-air without making any sound. The couple stopped their car to observe the phenomenon. The object then zoomed off to the left, giving the impression it was going to land, and was lost from sight. Shortly after, a glowing light was seen in the sky, which vanished into a cloud. Mrs Ford later described an "echoing rumbling" sound. The object's shape was sharply defined, and it was watched for approximately ten minutes, close to 0200. The report notes that the object did not conform to the size of a pea/golf ball or tennis ball held at arm's length.

Now An Odd UNO (Unidentified Noise)

Reported from Sinlesham near Reading on July 31st, a strange noise was heard coming from an almost cloudless sky. Two witnesses described it as a high-speed whirring noise, alternating in frequency and coming from above. The event occurred between 1330 and 1355 and lasted between one to two minutes. Weather conditions were sunny with scattered cloud and hot.

"Ezekiel's Wheels": Why "Jehovah's Witnesses" Have Got It Wrong...

Written by Omar Fowler, this article discusses a personal encounter with a Jehovah's Witness who sought to change his views on the world and Creation. Fowler questions the origin of God and humanity, suggesting a possible hybrid experiment. He examines biblical stories, including the invasion of Judah by Assyrian King Sennacherib, and contrasts the biblical account with the Jehovah's Witnesses' interpretation. The article references Ezekiel Chapter 1 and the description of a cloud coming from the North with an "amber" glow, and four "living creatures" with a fire. Fowler suggests that the Jehovah's Witnesses' interpretation of "wheels within wheels" might be flawed.

News Snippits "UFOWISE"

This section includes several brief news items:

• An invitation to the "PSYCHIC & MYSTICS Fayre & UFO Show" at Alexandra Palace on September 27th/28th, 1980.
• An address change for the British UFO Research Association's Edinburgh Branch to "Almond Brae", 47a Easter Bankton, Murieston, Livingston, West Lothian.
• A question is posed regarding whether Peter Hill's interest in the forestry worker case (9/11/80) warranted his moving house.
• Peter Hill is scheduled to present a paper at the SUFOI Congress in Copenhagen in October 1980.
• The second "LONDON INTERNATIONAL UFO CONGRESS" is planned for May 24th/25th, 1981, with invitations sent to prominent speakers.
• The group has been invited to offer services to the new "Radio Surrey" in the Guildford area.
• A questionnaire has been sent to Kenneth Wolstenholme, a Director of Radio Surrey Limited.
• Richard Colborne has returned to the UK from Mexico.

UFO's Behind the "Iron Curtain"?

This report, contributed by Mr Jean Bastide (France) and translated from the Russian journal "Sovetskaya Etnografiya" (March/April 1979), explores the concept of UFOs and 'Spacemen' within the context of folklore. The term NLO (neopoznaniye letaiushchiye objekti) is explained as the Soviet term for UFOs. The article notes that reports of UFOs were published in Soviet popular science periodicals, with theories ranging from natural phenomena to alien visitors or man-made gadgets. The US Project "Blue Book" is mentioned as having concluded its work after 22 years, attributing appearances to scientific phenomena, hallucinations, or atmospheric conditions. The investigation focuses on folklore and verbal reports, comparing them to "bylichki" (Folk Stories). Bylichkas are described as reports of concrete, often frightening, encounters with the "other world". The article suggests that modern UFO sightings share similarities with these traditional stories, with witnesses often feeling observed or surprised. It notes that the greater part of these events occur at night in secret, deserted areas, and that contemporary accounts of 'spacemen' parallel older stories of devils and forest ghosts.

Manual of Psycho-Physiological Effects Attributable to UFO Phenomena (Part 1.)

This section, contributed by J.M.Andrade (CEAFI Portugal) and José Figueiredo, details the psycho-physiological effects that may arise from UFO encounters. These effects can originate from the phenomena itself or from an intelligence controlling the UFO. The manual outlines four types of occurrence:

1. Physiological: Including feelings of warmth, perspiration, burns, headaches, nausea, breathing difficulties, eyesight disturbances, paralysis, numbness, pain, muscular pains, itching, perception of noise, weight loss, effects of radioactive radiation, blood diseases (like leukaemia), and death.
2. Psychological: Such as neurosis, hysteria, nervous shock, hypnosis, somnambulism, and feelings of fear and anguish.
3. Psychosomatic: Including digestive disturbances, gastric-intestinal ulcers, deafness, aphasia, temporary blindness, convulsions, thoracic tension, and sexual disturbances.
4. Parapsychological: Such as precognition, clairvoyance, and other effects.

The article also presents conclusions from a statistical study of about 1000 UFO sightings by Claude Poher, detailing secondary effects like thermics (5%), fear (7%), temporary paralysis (2%), psychological effects (4%), strange smells (2%), and animal reactions (5%). It also references an article on the effects on animals by Gordon Creighton and discusses the voluntary actions of UFOs, such as witness capture (e.g., Barney and Betty Hill) or emission of light beams, irrespective of humanoids.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue of PEGASUS include the reporting and analysis of UFO sightings, the exploration of folklore and its connection to modern phenomena, and the detailed examination of the potential physical and psychological impacts of such encounters. The editorial stance appears to be one of open investigation into aerial phenomena, encouraging member contributions and seeking to publicize the group's activities. There is a clear interest in comparing witness accounts with historical narratives and scientific explanations, as seen in the articles on "Ezekiel's Wheels" and "UFO's Behind the Iron Curtain."

Title: Pegasus
Publisher: SIGAP (Surrey Investigation Group on Aerial Phenomena)
Publication Frequency: Bi-monthly
Target Audience: SIGAP members only; copies available to non-members.
Issue Details: This issue is identified as number 10, with a publication year of 1981. Subscription fees are £4 annually, and individual copies cost £0.25 or £0.50.

Analysis of UFO Beam Effects on Health

The primary focus of this issue is a statistical breakdown of the effects reported by witnesses exposed to different colored UFO beams. The data suggests a correlation between the color of the beam and the severity of the physical and psychological symptoms experienced.

White Beams (49%)

• These are the most frequently reported, associated with:
• Eyesight disturbances
• Nausea
• Loss of weight
• Slight burns
• Hypnosis and amnesia

Blue or Violet Beams (24%)

• These beams are linked to:
• Loss of weight
• Hypnosis and amnesia
• Limb pains
• Paralysis
• Appearance of yellow and blue spots on the body

Red Beams (24%)

• Associated with more severe effects:
• Burns (1st, 2nd, and 3rd degree)
• Eyesight disturbances
• Pains (head and kidneys)

Green Beams (1%)

• Reported effects include:
• Weight loss
• Appearance of spots on the body
• Nausea
• Severe burns
• A notable case from Crixas, Brazil (13/8/1967) links green beams to death by leukaemia or marrow aplasia.

Orange Beams (1%)

• Symptoms include:
• Erythema (skin redness)
• Paralysis

Yellow Beams

Yellow is sometimes associated with white beams, producing similar effects and contributing to an increasing order of danger. The overall order of danger is presented as: White/Yellow, Red, Blue-Violet, and Green.

Interpretation of Findings

Mr. Windey, based on statistical calculations, affirms that the observed effects on witnesses' health are not coincidental. The fact that beams are projected directly onto witnesses leads to the conclusion that intelligent forces may be behind these phenomena.

SIGAP Operations and Membership

"Tailpiece News"

• This section provides updates on SIGAP members and activities:
• Ted Giles: Has emerged from "UFO Retirement" and is active again. He is a radio "ham" living in Hove, Sussex.
• Omar Fowler: Is on holiday for two weeks in early September; meetings will resume mid-October.
• Answerphone: An answerphone (Farnborough 41012) has been installed for "24 hour" coverage of UFO calls.
• Directory Listing: SIGAP will be listed in the 1981 telephone directory under "Unidentified Flying Objects."

Advertisements and Subscriptions

• Join a UFO Club: An advertisement offers a comprehensive updated UFO directory for £1 from UFO NETWORK, London.
• SIGAP Subscriptions: Annual subscriptions of £4 are due by September 1st and should be sent to the Secretary, Michael G. Prewett, at his Mytchett, Camberley, Surrey address.
• Exchange Magazines: SIGAP has numerous exchange magazines available for members, including "UFO Insight," "MAPIT," "Skywatch," "UFO News Bulletin," "Mersey News," "Northern Ufology," and "Northern UFO News." Interested members should apply to O. Fowler.
• Articles & Views: Members are invited to submit articles and views for inclusion in the magazine "Pegasus."

Book Review

• "UFO Phenomena and the Behavioral Scientist": Edited by Richard F. Haines, this 464-page book published in 1979 by U.S. Scarecrow Press Inc. costs $18.50. It is divided into four sections: Cultural Factors, Eyewitness Reporting Factors, and Selected UFO Research Data & Theory, with three detailed chapters in each. It is recommended for those interested in UFO phenomena for professional or casual reasons.

Surrey Investigation Group on Aerial Phenomena (SIGAP)

Background and Mission

"Pegasus" is the official magazine of SIGAP, a non-profit organization founded in 1967 dedicated to the study of Unidentified Flying Object phenomena. The magazine is published bi-monthly and is intended for members, though non-members can purchase copies.

Investigation Procedure

SIGAP was formed by a small group in early 1967 to investigate UFO reports in Surrey and surrounding counties. Their investigation process includes:
1. Hot-line: News of a sighting via the Farnborough 41012 hot-line triggers immediate action.
2. Preliminary Enquiry: Designed to eliminate obvious explanations, as over 80% of reports are found to be natural or man-made phenomena.
3. Witness Interview & Site Visit: If no immediate explanation is found, investigators interview witnesses and visit the observation site.
4. Consultant Expertise: SIGAP utilizes its own consultants to help explain sightings.
5. Liaison: The group collaborates with similar organizations nationally and internationally.
6. Reporting: Significant reports are sent to the Center for UFO Studies in Evanston, Illinois, USA, run by Dr. J. Allen Hynek, a former consultant to the US Air Force on UFOs.

Key Personnel

• Group Secretary: Michael G. Prewett (20 Loman Road, Mytchett, Camberley, Surrey)
• Chairman & Investigation Co-ordinator: Omar Fowler (149 Mytchett Road, Mytchett, Camberley, Surrey)

Exchange Magazines

• SIGAP maintains an exchange program with various UFO publications from around the world, including:
• Northern UFOLOGY
• BUFORA Journal
• Quest (Bristol)
• UFO Insight (Crewe)
• SAPRT (Romsey)
• CEFAI (Portugal)
• MAPIT (Manchester)
• UFO Network
• GEP (Germany)
• UFO News Bulletin (Bristol)
• National UFO Laboratory (France)
• Flying Saucer Review
• Radio 210
• Southern T.V.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue revolve around the tangible effects of UFO phenomena on human health, supported by statistical data. The editorial stance, as expressed by Mr. Windey, is that these effects are not random but indicative of intelligent forces at play. The magazine also serves as a communication channel for SIGAP members, providing updates, subscription information, and promoting engagement through article submissions. The review of "UFO Phenomena and the Behavioral Scientist" further reinforces the magazine's commitment to exploring the scientific and psychological aspects of UFO studies.