Probe - Vol 4 No 1 - 1967

Magazine Overview

Title: PROBE
Issue: Volume FOUR No. I Whole No. 18
Date: Spring Issue 1967
Publisher: PROBE
Country: USA
Price: 75 CENTS

This issue of PROBE, 'The Controversial Phenomena Magazine', is presented as a significant improvement in format and material, now expanded to 44 pages. The cover prominently features blurred photographic evidence of unidentified flying objects over Rhode Island, posing the question "SPACESHIP OVER RHODE ISLAND ?".

Editorial

By Joseph L. Ferriere, Managing Editor

Joseph Ferriere expresses pride in the magazine's expansion and improvements. He calls attention to several items of interest for the reader. The upcoming issue will be a "Special Issue" dedicated to the "Skywatch Tower Case", detailing the mystery surrounding the first flying saucer photograph. The price for this special issue is $1.50, but subscribers will receive it as part of their regular subscription. Ferriere also announces plans for a public lecture in Boston, Mass., and provides contact information for interested readers. He introduces the formation of FOES (Foreign Objects Exchange Service), an international organization for UFO research, and encourages reader participation. Additionally, Ferriere recommends a comprehensive book titled "The Reference For Outstanding UFO Reports" for serious researchers.

Key Articles and Features

"Spaceship Over Rhode Island?"

This article details an incident on July 24, 1966, where the editor, Joseph Ferriere, and Harold Trudel of Woonsocket, Rhode Island, photographed two flying discs over power lines in East Woonsocket. These photographs have appeared in various publications. The article recounts Trudel's subsequent, obsessive efforts to capture more UFO evidence, leading to two inconclusive photographic attempts. On November 9, 1966, Trudel succeeded in photographing a 'golden-yellow glow' object. The resulting four photos, taken with a pulsating effect and a rocking motion, are presented. The film was developed by Leonard E. Brodt. An addendum includes a 34-hour interrogation of Trudel by Ferriere and Brodt, clarifying details about the sighting, including the use of a flashlight for frame numbers, estimated three-second time exposures, the object's pulsating appearance, its slow movement, and its solid, glowing nature. Trudel reported hearing a faint humming or vacuum cleaner-like sound. He expressed reluctance to file a report with the government, fearing ridicule.

Leonard Brodt, after hearing Trudel's account, conducted his own skywatching on December 26, 1966, at the same location. He observed and photographed an orange ball of light that hung motionless before vanishing after approximately 45 seconds. This marked Brodt's first UFO observation.

"The Flying Saucer Story" (Book Review)

Reviewed by Brinsley le Poer Trench, this book is described as a well-illustrated, 208-page work divided into four parts. It covers UFO sightings from 1947 to 1966, discussing early Air Force investigations, potential origins of saucers, landed UFOs, reported contacts, and the possibility of extraterrestrials among us. It also explores government secrecy and proposes an international organization called "International Sky Scouts".

"Flying Saucers Over Australia" (Book Review)

Reviewed by James Holledge, this 130-page book provides a clear presentation of UFO activity in Australia from the early years up to 1965. It includes many UFO reports not widely covered in American media, as well as accounts of landings and statements from Australian authorities, scientists, and researchers. The book is noted for its interesting photos and comparative viewpoint.

"The White Sands Incident" (Book Review)

This book by Dr. Daniel Fry, reprinted in an attractive hard cover, details his claim of being the first man to ride in a flying saucer that landed at the White Sands Proving Grounds on July 4, 1950. Fry describes the spacecraft and his conversation with its operator, "ALAN". The book discusses space and space travel, and includes interpretations of biblical passages related to space ships and contact.

"UFOs Around The World" (Book Review)

Edited by Edward J. Babcock, Jr. and Timothy Green Beckley, this 64-page volume offers a global presentation of UFO activity. It includes a foreword by Colman Von Keviczky, a piece by Jacques Vallee, an article on UFO activity over Belgium by Edgar Simons, and a comparison of UFO activity and geomagnetic fields by Stan Seers.

"The Advent of the Cosmic Viewpoint"

By Bryant Reeve, this 256-page book explores the implications of entering the Space Age and humanity's potential contact with extraterrestrial civilizations. It focuses on the psychological and societal impact of these events.

"The Coming of the Saucers"

Authored by Kenneth Arnold and Raymond Palmer, this book recounts Arnold's 1947 sighting of nine UFOs over the Cascade mountains and the subsequent "Maury Island Incident". It is described as the first "flying saucer" book and contains facts that have allegedly never been refuted.

"A Doctor Is Born"

By Dr. W. D. Chesney, M.D., this book discusses medical trade unions, malpractice, and other issues within the medical profession.

"Gray Barker's Book Of Adamski"

This book by Gray Barker presents heretofore unpublished information about George Adamski, including accounts of his last days, his encounter with a "man from Venus", and his fight with the "Silence Group". It also explores Space Age Philosophy and controversial letters related to Adamski.

"New Dimensions of Energy"

By Ronald C. Calais, this article delves into the work of John Worrell Keely, an inventor from the late 19th century who claimed to discover a new source of energy called "Apergy". Keely's inventions, including a "hydro-pneumatic-pulsating-vacue-engine" and a small "metal airship", are described. The article notes the scientific skepticism surrounding Keely's claims and the eventual end of his career. It also mentions the "peculiar hum" experienced by the Binkowski family in Rotterdam, New York, and draws a parallel to Keely's "Apergy" waves. The article also briefly touches upon Lester J. Hendershot's 1928 invention that reportedly generated electricity from the air.

"A Hypothetical Diagram of John W. Keely's Airship"

This section includes a diagram illustrating Keely's airship, with labels for various components.

"A Striking Similarity in Structural Design"

This section presents a diagram of a "Venusian Scout Ship" and notes its structural similarities to Keely's airship.

"A Man From Space Speaks -AMANO-"

This section advertises a manuscript titled "Philosophy From Outer Space" dictated by "AMANO" to Mark Dewey, focusing on "Techniques for Higher Contacts".

"Know Thyself Subconsciously", "Celestial Wisdom", and "Cosmic Wisdom Attunement"

These are book advertisements for works by Clark Wilkerson, focusing on subconscious knowledge, planetary contacts, and cosmic attunement.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently focuses on controversial phenomena, particularly UFOs, and presents photographic evidence and witness accounts as credible. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry into unexplained phenomena, encouraging readers to question conventional explanations and to seek out further information through books and subscriptions. There is a clear emphasis on presenting evidence that challenges established scientific or governmental narratives, as seen in the reluctance of witnesses to report to the Air Force and the magazine's role in disseminating such information. The inclusion of articles on new energy sources suggests a broader interest in unconventional scientific discoveries beyond just UFOs.

This issue of FATE magazine, identified as issue II, features a prominent article on the Hendershot fuelless motor, a mysterious invention that purportedly drew power from the Earth's magnetic field. The magazine also includes articles on the theoretical construction of flying saucers, the 'Visco Report' detailing alleged alien landings, and information about the 1967 Congress of Scientific Ufologists.

The Hendershot Fuelless Motor

The lead article, "The Hendershot Fuelless Motor," details the invention by Lester Hendershot. His four-year-old son's disappointment with a toy airplane sparked the idea for a motor powered by the Earth's magnetic field. Hendershot built a working model of this fuelless motor, which later gained significant media attention. Colonel Charles A. Lindbergh and Major Thomas Lanphier of Selfridge Field, Detroit, tested the motor and were reportedly impressed, believing it could revolutionize aviation and other fields. However, the invention mysteriously faded from public view. The article suggests that Hendershot admitted the motor required exact specifications and could only run for a few hours, preventing him from perfecting it. Dr. Hochstetter, a research laboratory head, initially denounced it as fake, but later demonstrations in Detroit showed the motor operating at high speeds. Hendershot himself was reportedly paralyzed by an electrical surge from the device. By 1957, Hendershot was still alive but distrustful and hesitant to discuss his invention. The article speculates that his work for the government might be connected to projects aiming to construct saucer-shaped aircraft powered by electromagnetism. An advertisement in the 1950s claimed ownership of Hendershot's motor plans, and electronic engineers believed the device could operate if within range of a powerful radio station. The article concludes that the knowledge contributed by Keely and Hendershot was premature and largely misunderstood.

How To Make A Flying Saucer

This section, authored by William D. Clendenon, Jr., and reprinted from "Flying Saucers" published by Raymond A. Palmer, explores the theoretical workings of a flying saucer. The author explains that Mr. Clendenon has an improved model of his air-ship and plans to release more details in a forthcoming book. The article presents diagrams, noting they contain purposeful mistakes for reasons explained later. The core concept involves electromagnetic propulsion, with Dr. Stewart Way at the University of California (Santa Barbara) having succeeded in constructing an electromagnetic submarine. The author theorizes that a flying saucer model would work by applying an electrical charge to a battery, which then flows through a rheostat to a horseshoe magnet, creating a magnetic field. This field induces a charge on a disk, which then activates potentiometers. These potentiometers, containing mercury reservoirs and coils, create an electromagnetic field that causes a sucking action, compressing coils like a piston. This process vaporizes mercury, completing the circuit. The author describes a complex system of rotating globes and potentiometers designed to create directional thrust. The article also touches upon John Keely's 'aerial navigator' and the use of mercury in his model. It suggests that electromagnetic propulsion is now a reality, citing Dr. Way's electromagnetic submarine.

The Visco Report

This section presents "The Visco Report," described as a strong testimony brought to the editor's attention mysteriously. The report allegedly contains warnings of "dire consequences" if made public. The author of the report sent copies to Senators Paul Douglas, B. Goldwater, E. Dirksen, and W. Morse, urging investigation. The report claims that the operations of the occupants of these vehicles are contrary to human understanding and could advance civilization by a thousand years. It posits that the vehicles enter areas of least resistance, follow the planet's gaseous contour, and stop with all energy shut off on a "Visco Plateau." An undercurrent then elevates the vehicle, arching it over for a landing. The author recounts his first observation of such a vehicle, finding it difficult to believe. The report suggests that the vehicles move towards fixed goals and that those who have seen them have a right to voice their opinions. It mentions an event on October 11, 1960, that allegedly stopped an open Congressional hearing. The author believes the vehicles are seeing-eye craft used to monitor Earth and perform experiments, entering via the North Polar Region and leaving by the South Polar Region. The energy source is described as gravity, the cheapest available. The report also discusses the phenomenon of flying saucers giving off a red or orange glow and shutting off electrical appliances, attributing this to magnetic field manipulation. The author mentions the possibility of a "light weight atomic reactor" being installed in such vehicles to increase efficiency and notes that they might recharge from the sun or static electricity. The report concludes by stating that the F.S. are a prelude to a real thing that will come when conditions are right, and that the events listed in the report can occur in the morning when the sun is in the East.

Flying Saucerama & The Great East Coast Blackout

This section advertises "Flying Saucerama" by Dr. Frank E. Stranges, described as an information-packed presentation with suppressed information and UFO photographs. It also promotes "The Great East Coast Blackout," an eyewitness report investigating why UFOs were hovering above power lines before a power failure and why the LBJ Ranch was blacked out.

Hoosier Challenger

This page lists the contents of "Hoosier Challenger," including departments for Fiction, Articles & Fillers, and Unidentified Flying Objects. Specific articles mentioned are "Most Anything (Let's Stop This Farce...)" by Claire Emerson, "Journey Into The Unknown (True Experiences)," and "Spice of Life (Humor & Satire)." It also lists sections for Advertisements, Emerson's Mailbox, The Bookshelf, and The Flight of Pegasus. The publication is dated 1967 and is owned by Claire Emerson.

New York's First Flying Saucer Convention

This section announces the 1967 Congress of Scientific Ufologists, scheduled for June 22nd-25th, 1967, at the Hotel Commodore in New York City. It lists honorary advisers such as Long John Nebel, Ray Palmer, Art Ford, Curtis Fuller, and John Keel. Featured guests include Kenneth Arnold, Gray Barker, Art Ford, Gordon Evans, Long John Nebel, Howard Menger, James Moseley, Ray Palmer, James Randi, Stewart Robb, and Ivan Sanderson. The convention will feature four public sessions with at least two personalities each. Information is provided on hotel reservations at the Commodore and special rates for admission to public sessions, with discounted passes available for members of the Saucer and Unexplained Celestial Events Research Society (S.A.U.C.E.R.S.).

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue revolve around unexplained aerial phenomena, advanced propulsion systems, and the potential for extraterrestrial technology. The magazine appears to adopt an open-minded stance, presenting various theories and reports related to UFOs and unconventional energy sources without necessarily endorsing them as fact. The editorial stance seems to be one of encouraging investigation and the pursuit of truth, even when dealing with controversial or mysterious subjects. The inclusion of the "Visco Report" and the detailed explanation of the Hendershot motor suggest a focus on presenting potentially revolutionary, albeit unproven, scientific and technological concepts. The coverage of the UFO convention further emphasizes the magazine's commitment to exploring the UFO phenomenon.

This issue of PROBE UFO NEWS REPORTS, dated November 2, 1966, with the cover headline 'Everyone's Seeing Things?', delves into a multitude of unidentified flying object (UFO) sightings and related phenomena. The publication appears to be a compilation of reports from various newspapers and personal accounts, focusing on events primarily from the 1960s.

The Visco Report

Several pages are dedicated to the 'Visco Report,' which details a hypothetical or observed event involving a vehicle. This vehicle is described as entering first and second stages, originating from inner space and moving towards outer space. A crucial juncture involves contact with the rotation of 'Planet Fatima,' from which the vehicle derives its energy. This contact is irreversible, necessitating a landing on another planet. The report posits that vehicles traveling at higher speeds cover twice the distance and travel twice as fast. Diagrams illustrate the vehicle's trajectory, including launching points, stages, and its interaction with Planet Fatima's rotation. The report also mentions a 'Visco plateau explorer pilot vehicle' and a second vehicle landing at approximately 6:02 PM. The dynamics of gravity, positive and negative forces, and the vehicle being encased in a mass of gases are discussed. The report suggests that the planet's rotation governs the vehicle's course and that the launching process is powerful enough to register on a seismograph.

Wanaque Reservoir Sightings

A significant portion of the magazine focuses on the UFO sightings around the Wanaque Reservoir in New Jersey. The 'When The Flying Saucers Returned To Wanaque' section details a wave of sightings that began on Monday night, October 10th, 1966, and continued. These sightings were reported by multiple individuals, including police officers like Mrs. Robert J. Gordon's husband, Sgt. Benjamin Thompson, Patrolman Lynn Wetback, Patrolman Bill Pastor, and Patrolman Edw. Wester. The objects were described as saucer-shaped, about the size of an automobile, with multi-colored lights, and exhibiting unusual maneuvers. Sgt. Thompson described one object as 'a bright, bright white light about as big as a car' that lit up the area and blinded him. The sightings stirred up brush and water in the reservoir. Despite these reports, the Air Force initially refused to investigate officially, leading to criticism from UFO researchers like August C. Roberts, who believed in a government cover-up.

The 'The Bridgeport Post' article on October 24, 1966, reports a plane crash near the Wanaque Reservoir that killed a Monroe couple, and notes that 'flying saucers' were sighted in the area. The 'Worcester Daily Telegram' article from December 23, 1966, titled 'UFOs an Old Question,' references the Wanaque sightings and includes a humorous anecdote about a 'Nest of Owls' hoax from 1909, suggesting a long history of UFO-related public interest and skepticism.

Other Sightings and Reports

Beyond the Wanaque incidents, the magazine compiles various other UFO reports:

• Hartford, Connecticut (October 14, 1966): Reliable citizens reported seeing three spinning, blinking red and green objects. Professor Robert L. Brown suggested this might be due to dust from the moon.
• Woonsocket, Rhode Island (October 15, 1966): Five individuals reported seeing a strangely lighted object described as about the size of a bathtub, with pulsating lights and unusual maneuvering.
• Epsom, New Hampshire (October 23, 1966): Residents reported a flashing, bouncing object in the western sky, described as flashing red, yellow, green, and blue.
• Randolph Township, Pennsylvania (October 24, 1966): Two policemen reported seeing an object 'like a flare dancing across the horizon.'
• Bridgeton, New Jersey (October 24, 1966): A woman reported seeing a flying saucer land near a high school football field.
• Plymouth, Massachusetts (November 2, 1966): A man claimed to have photographed a UFO hovering over the area, described as saucer-shaped.
• The Kansas City Star (January 13, 1967): Peace officers in Missouri and Kansas reported seeing unidentified flying objects for nearly two hours before dawn.
• The Aurora Advertiser (January 20, 1967): UFOs were sighted over Exeter and Cassville, Missouri, with one object described as five feet in diameter with four horns.

Planet X and Barnard's Star

An editor's note discusses the discovery of a planet orbiting Barnard's Star in 1963, noted for its East to West rotation. The report questions whether this planet could be 'Planet X' or even 'Planet Fatima,' given the 'Visco Report's' description of Planet Fatima's rotation. This discovery is presented as 'food for thought.'

Official Statements and Skepticism

The publication includes an official Air Force statement asserting that 'The AF has no evidence that UFOs are extraterrestrial or represent advanced technology of any kind.' This stance is contrasted with the experiences of witnesses and the views of UFO researchers who believe in a cover-up. The article 'UFOs an Old Question' highlights the historical context of UFO reports and the tendency for hoaxes.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are the prevalence of UFO sightings across various locations, the descriptions of unusual aerial objects, the skepticism and sometimes dismissive attitude of official bodies like the Air Force, and the persistent belief among some individuals and researchers that these phenomena are significant and possibly extraterrestrial in origin. The editorial stance appears to be one that validates witness accounts and encourages further investigation, while acknowledging the potential for misidentification and hoaxes. The 'Visco Report' itself represents a more speculative and theoretical exploration of UFO propulsion and origin, distinct from the observational reports.

This issue of "UFO THEORIES TAKEN SERIOUSLY" from October 16, 1966, published by United Press International and associated with the Los Angeles Herald-Examiner, focuses on the increasing credibility and scientific interest in Unidentified Flying Objects (UFOs).

Main Articles and Features

UFO Theories Taken Seriously

The lead article by William B. Mead highlights a significant development: the Air Force has awarded a $300,000 contract to the University of Colorado for a scientific investigation into UFO sightings. This move has lent a new respectability to the study of UFOs, with scholarly magazines now treating the subject with "straight-faced respect." Despite this, scientists like Dr. J. Allen Hynek, a Northwestern University astrophysicist who has investigated UFO reports for 18 years under Air Force contract, still find the spaceship theory difficult to accept within the framework of known physics. However, Hynek admits the "possibility" due to the caliber of people reporting sightings, stating, "You can't call all the people liars all of the time."

Dr. Condon, a physics professor and former director of the National Bureau of Standards, is tasked with leading the independent study for the Air Force. While Condon considers the existence of flying saucers "highly improbable," he does not dismiss all believers as extremists. He suggests that many low-altitude UFOs might be "plasmas of ionized air," sometimes created by lightning or electrical discharges. This theory is contrasted with the more extreme views of groups like the Aetherius Society, who believe Jesus Christ arrived on Earth in a flying saucer.

The article also touches upon the public's perception, noting that while scientists may scoff, ordinary people are "not so sure." Recent widely publicized sightings, such as those near Ann Arbor and Hillsdale, Michigan, have fueled public interest. Hynek's earlier conclusion that these sightings were "luminous swamp gas" did not quell the ongoing reports.

3 Mystery Satellites In Orbit

An article by Evert Clark, from The New York Times News Service, dated November 1, 1966, reports on the discovery of three unidentified satellites in orbit around Earth. These objects were detected by tracking radars in May and June but could not be identified with any specific launching country. This marks the first time the official Satellite Situation Report has listed "unknowns." While some speculate they could be natural meteoroids or debris from man-made rockets, military officials initially resisted listing them to avoid fueling "flying saucer" enthusiast claims. The report is published by NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center.

CIA Reported to Have Asked AF to Debunk UFOs

By Bulkley Griffin, The Telegram and Gazette, November 7, 1966, this article reveals that the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) allegedly asked the Air Force over a dozen years prior to adopt a policy of "systematic 'debunking of flying saucers'" to decrease public attention. Dr. James E. McDonald, a senior physicist at the University of Arizona, is cited as revealing this information from the classified Robertson report. The CIA's request was reportedly due to the large wave of UFO reports in 1952, which were seen as potentially clogging military intelligence channels during a national security crisis.

Shiny Spaceman Alights From Saucer

This piece from the Milford Daily News (November 4, 1966) recounts the experience of Woodrow Derenberger, who claims to have met a "spaceman" near Parkersburg, West Virginia. Derenberger described the encounter, which began when a "dark, long object" hovered over the highway. A "man" emerged, communicating telepathically, and stated they came from a less powerful country and meant no harm. The "spaceman" was described as about six feet tall with dark hair and a dark complexion, wearing a "blue and quite shiny" outfit. The object, described as "charcoal gray" and shaped like an "old kerosene lamp globe," reportedly took off at "tremendous speed."

Flying Objects Identified - Rocket Debris

Reporting from The Boston Globe (November 16, 1966), Frank Macomber states that the North American Air Defense Command (NORAD) identified three "unidentified" satellites orbiting Earth as pieces of space debris from United States launches, possibly explosive bolts or burned-out rocket casings. This identification contradicts the NASA report that listed them as "unknowns."

Newsmen Spot UFO

An article from The Eagle-Tribune (October 28, 1966) by Larry Bretts details several reports of strange lights and objects seen over Tower Hill, Lawrence, Massachusetts. The reporter, along with other newsmen and residents, observed lights and an object described as stationary with blinking lights, likening it to a "ruler, tilted at a 45 degree angle." The object disappeared, leaving the observers to label it an Unidentified Flying Object.

Six Area Sightings Are Cited

Jack Lloyd of The Philadelphia Inquirer (November 12, 1966) reports on six "real good solid" UFO sightings in the Philadelphia area. The article references Dr. Daniel W. Fry, a "foremost tracker of flying saucers," who spoke at a local event. Dr. Fry asserted that visitors from other celestial bodies exist and that humanity is technologically far behind them. He also suggested that the scientific community's rejection of UFOs is a matter of ego.

'We Saw Something'

Richard Luongo of the Herald-News Staff Writer (November 14, 1966) recounts how Wayne, Michigan resident August Roberts' interest in UFOs began with a 1944 sighting near the Mexican border. Roberts described seeing a "large orange ball floating below us" that looked like a "headlight of a train." This experience, along with subsequent sightings and his hobby of collecting UFO photos, led Roberts to believe that "some one in a high level of office of our government... is deliberately lying to the American public concerning the truthfulness or reality of UFOs."

Gulf Coast Sightings

Cleveland Grammer of The Houston Post (December 11, 1966) reports on multiple sightings in Wharton County, Texas. Mrs. Mark De Friend described a brilliant, pulsating object that followed her car for about half a mile at a height of 50 feet. Her husband also logged numerous sightings of strange pulsating lights. Other reports include a glowing object rising from a wooded area and nine reddish-glowing objects streaking across the sky. Two Rio Grande Valley policemen reported a large, silent, spherical object passing over their patrol car.

Air Force Thinks This May Be the Real Thing...

This article from The Evening Gazette (January 12, 1967) discusses photographs taken by two brothers, Dan and Grant Jaroslaw, in Mount Clemens, Michigan, of a UFO hovering over Lake St. Clair. Maj. Raymond Nyls of Selfridge Air Force Base commented that the pictures "look pretty authentic" and are among the best he's seen. The photos were taken near the U.S. Air Force base and are being investigated.

Flying Objects Identified - Rocket Debris (Follow-up)

An Associated Press report from The Worcester Daily Telegram (January 17, 1967) provides an update on the Michigan UFO photos. Dr. J. Allen Hynek, an Air Force consultant, stated that the pictures appeared authentic and supported reports of similar sightings. He noted the similarity to other photos and verbal descriptions, and that the Polaroid nature of the prints made a hoax less likely.

Two 11-Year-Old Boys Spot UFO Over Oxford

This series of articles from the Worcester Daily Telegram (January 27-28, 1967) details a story involving two 11-year-old boys, James Evanowski and Brian Lacey, who claimed to have photographed a UFO in Oxford, Massachusetts. Initially, they presented their photographs as evidence of an outer space invasion. However, they later admitted that two of the three photos were of a Westinghouse "Sun Gun" home movie lamp. Despite this, they maintained that one photo was of a genuine unidentified flying object. The boys' story caused local curiosity, and police chief Harold J. Hartland expressed surprise that the matter was kept quiet.

2 Girls Report Hovering UFOs

An article from The Worcester Daily Telegram (November 9, 1966) reports on two young ladies, Geraldine Smith and Lynn Diamond, who claim to have seen unidentified flying objects hovering over a school in Bayside, New York. They described a "wingless oval-shaped" object with red lights flashing. They also reported seeing a second, similar object later. The women expressed frustration that their report was not taken seriously by the police.

Oxford UFO Sighting Is Still Orbiting

This follow-up article from the Worcester Daily Telegram (January 28, 1967) revisits the Oxford UFO case with the two 11-year-old boys, James Evanowski and Brian Lacey. They continue to stand by their story, admitting that two photos were of a lamp but insisting that another photo was of a genuine UFO. The article also mentions other UFO reports from East Patchogue and Centerport, New York, involving bright lights that changed color and objects that screeched.

UFO?

This piece from The Monett Times (January 18, 1967) documents an interview with three Monett High School students who reported seeing a "cigar-shaped saucer" at approximately 9 p.m. in the city park. They described the object as having three antennas with red lights, a red light on the body, and emitting a blue light around it. The object was described as being about 30 feet from tip to tip and six to seven feet high. The students expressed a feeling of being observed by something superior. The article also notes similar sightings in southwest Missouri and mentions a report from a Cassville police officer and the Stone County Sheriff's office. Photographs taken by a Zanesville, Ohio barber, Ralph Ditter, are also featured.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue revolve around the increasing scientific and public interest in UFOs, the challenges of investigating such phenomena, and the tension between eyewitness accounts and scientific skepticism. The articles highlight various alleged sightings, ranging from distant lights to close encounters with "spacemen." There's a consistent effort to present both sides of the debate: the credible reports from witnesses and officials, and the scientific explanations or debunking efforts. The publication seems to lean towards presenting the evidence and allowing readers to draw their own conclusions, while also acknowledging the persistent mystery surrounding UFOs. The inclusion of alleged hoaxes and the difficulties in verifying sightings also underscore the complex nature of the subject.

The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry, presenting information from various sources, including scientific, governmental, and eyewitness perspectives. There's an underlying implication that the phenomenon is real and warrants serious investigation, even if definitive answers remain elusive. The articles often question the official explanations and suggest that there might be more to the story than what is publicly revealed, particularly concerning government involvement and transparency.

This issue of ORION Magazine, dated January 1967, features an article titled "FLYING SAUCERS: A MULTIFARIOUS ENIGMA" by Erich AGGEN, Jr. The magazine is published bi-monthly by the Christian Spiritual Alliance, Inc., based in Lakemont, Georgia.

"FLYING SAUCERS: A MULTIFARIOUS ENIGMA" by Erich AGGEN, Jr.

Erich AGGEN, Jr. shares his nearly nine-year journey of interest in UFOs, evolving from skepticism to objective enthusiasm. He emphasizes that there is no single, clear-cut solution to the UFO mystery, proposing six categories under which UFOs can be classified:

1. UFOs from "Multi-Dimensional" Space: Referred to as the "occult" by some.
2. Natural Phenomena: Such as ball lightning, lenticular clouds, and meteors.
3. Interplanetary / Interstellar Ships: Craft originating from other planets or star systems.
4. Unidentified, and / or misidentified objects, aircraft and satellites: This includes weather balloons, kites, experimental aircraft (like the Avrocar), and spy satellites (MIDAS, SAMOS, Soviet COSMOS).
5. As yet unknown and unidentified terrestrial, or, extraterrestrial life forms: These are described as pulsating, semi-transparent, vari-colored glowing spheres or globs, sometimes with no real shape, that can float or settle on the ground. An example cited is a "quivering" purple "blob" observed by Philadelphia Police in 1950, which was six feet in diameter and one foot thick, glowed faintly, and disintegrated when touched.
6. Hoaxes and Hallucinations.

AGGEN dismisses the idea of UFOs originating from Earth's interior due to the impossibility of a hollow Earth and the resulting gravitational paradox. He elaborates on the fifth category, suggesting that these life forms might represent visitors from other dimensions or space-time continuums.

The author posits that numbers 1, 2, and 4-6 likely account for half of UFO sightings, while the third group, Interplanetary/Interstellar Ships, is responsible for the other 50%. He suggests that these spacecraft are likely interstellar, originating from planets within our own solar system or even beyond, and that intelligent life is more widespread in the universe than commonly believed. He speculates that visitors might come from systems like Tau Ceti, 36 Ophiuchi, Epsilon Eridani, Eta Cassiopeiae, and Delta Pavonis.

AGGEN proposes that the objects observed are not the mother craft themselves but rather shuttle-type craft used for commuting to and from larger mother ships or outposts. These outposts could be located in deep ocean trenches like the Marianas Trench or Tuscarora Deep. He theorizes that these craft utilize a "universal" propulsion system combining gravitic, electric, and magnetic fields.

Regarding the "odd" behavior of UFOs, AGGEN argues it is actually orderly and purposeful. He notes that UFOs have been sighted over military centers, industrial areas, large cities, scientific centers, and nuclear power installations, suggesting they are assessing humanity's sociological and technological progress, which he sadly concludes is far out-pacing our former.

AGGEN offers several reasons for the aliens' silence: humanity's current stage of development, akin to adolescence, where many races fail to reach maturity; the critical period humanity is in, determining its ultimate destiny; and the lack of a proper psychological attitude in humans, who are often inflexible, intolerant of radical departures from the norm, and fearful of the unknown. He questions whether one would want to contact such a race.

Tribute to Thomas Darrah

The magazine staff extends its sincere sympathy to the family of Mr. Thomas Darrah, who passed away on January 27, 1967. They express gratitude for his hospitality and wisdom, stating that he will continue to spread light and truth.

Dr. J. Allen Hynek on UFOs

A section titled "PROBE MAGAZINE quotes Dr. J. Allen Hynek, Chief AF-UFO consultant" presents several points:

• It is false to claim UFOs are not reported by scientifically trained people; many of the best reports come from such witnesses, including astronomers and technical specialists.
• Hynek possesses hundreds of "brain teasers" from reliable, stable, educated people who generally dismiss such reports until personally experiencing them.
• UFO sightings have increased significantly in recent years, adding to a body of reports that defy current analytical methods.
• Despite the volume of data, no true scientific investigation of the UFO phenomenon has been undertaken.
• Hynek expresses a desire to make UFO study scientifically respectable, urging for as much effort to be put into puzzling cases as into high-profile crimes.

The article also mentions that Dr. Hynek admitted to the existence of photographs from satellite tracking cameras and radar confirmations of strange objects maneuvering in Earth's atmosphere.

PROBE MAGAZINE welcomes the proposal for a serious investigation of the "saucer" phenomenon by a group of capable, open-minded individuals from diverse fields, emphasizing an approach that transcends dogmatic confines and encourages exploration into new dimensions of reality.

Subscription Information

The magazine promotes subscribing to "the best new UFO magazine available" through PROBE, Joseph L. Ferriere, in WOONSOCKET, R.I. The publication is quarterly, with 4 issues costing $3.00 and 6 issues costing $4.00.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring theme is the complex and multifaceted nature of the UFO phenomenon, moving beyond simple explanations to explore deeper possibilities. The editorial stance, as represented by the article and the inclusion of Dr. Hynek's quotes, favors a serious, scientific, and open-minded approach to UFO investigation, aiming to elevate the subject from ridicule to a respected field of study. The magazine itself, published by the Christian Spiritual Alliance, Inc., suggests an interest in esoteric, religious, and educational topics, aligning with a broader exploration of unexplained phenomena and human potential.