Rapportnytt - 1980 no 1

Magazine Overview

Title: RAPPORTNYTT
Issue: 1 1980
Volume: 8
Publisher: Norsk UFO Center
Country: Norway
Language: Norwegian
Date: 1980-01

This issue of Rapportnytt, published by Norsk UFO Center, focuses on UFO phenomena and sightings, with a particular emphasis on events in Norway. The cover prominently features illustrations of flying saucers and announces a special issue on events at Namsenfjorden. The magazine is distributed by Norsk UFO Center in Bergen.

Special Issue: Events at Namsenfjorden

The magazine highlights a new special issue from NUFOC detailing unexplained events at Namsenfjorden. The issue poses several questions regarding these occurrences, including:

• Who made the strange triangular imprints on the shore around Namsenfjorden?
• What was the silent, bus-like object that Forestry Master Lorentz Johnsen saw crash into the fjord?
• What kind of flying objects pursued cars and directed powerful 'searchlights' towards Namsenfjorden?
• Were these the same objects that created giant, unexplained imprints, caused TV broadcasts in Bangsund to fail, and scorched paint on a cottage wall at Sundsvannet?
• What kind of flying device did Military Captain Erling Bakke observe up close from his cabin at Namsenfjorden?

The special issue is in A4 format, containing nine text pages and two photo pages, produced by a professional printer with a glued spine. It can be purchased for 30 Norwegian Kroner, including postage, by sending the amount to Norsk UFO Center, Postboks 2119, 7001 Trondheim, with the reference 'NAMSENFJORDEN'. The postgiro number is 34 69 57.

Subscription and Membership

For those not active members of NUFOC, passive membership can be obtained by subscribing to 'Internt UFO Forum'. The ordering address for this is on page 2. The magazine also offers the complete 1979 volume of Rapportnytt for 30 Kroner, ordered by sending the amount to their postgiro number 3 07 08 10, with the reference 'Årgang 1979'.

Editorial and Publication Details

Rapportnytt is described as Norway's only official UFO magazine, published by Norsk UFO Center, Vestlandet. The main postal and ordering address is Norsk UFO Center, Postboks 1155, 5001 Bergen, with postgiro 3 07 08 10. The magazine is published 5 times a year, with a subscription price of 30 Kroner. The responsible publisher is Finn W. Kalvik. Editorial staff members include G. Bertelsen, Kenneth Nilsen, Marit Boge, and Per Ottesen. Egon Nielsen serves as the editor-in-chief. Contact details and addresses for regional NUFOC branches in Nord-Norge, Midt-Norge, Øst-Norge, Sør-Norge, and Vest-Norge are provided, along with contact information for the report center expedition and the global section.

Contents of Issue 1, 1980

The issue includes the following articles:

• Norske observasjoner (Norwegian observations) - page 4
• Hullene i isen på Sildsetvatnet (The holes in the ice at Sildsetvatnet) - page 8
• UFO-kongress i Italia (UFO Congress in Italy) - page 10
• Humanoider i Italia (Humanoids in Italy) - page 11
• Kom ikke amerikanerne først til månen? (Didn't the Americans get to the moon first?) - page 14
• Havarerte UFO-fartøy og "små menn" 3. del (Crashed UFO craft and "little men" part 3) - page 16
• UFO skadet politibil (UFO damaged police car) - page 18
• En UFO-kontakt utenom det vanlige (An unusual UFO contact) - page 20
• Humanoider i California (Humanoids in California) - page 21
• Litt fra Sverige (A little from Sweden) - page 27

Editorial Stance

The editorial reflects on the current world situation, noting that despite global unrest, UFOs continue to visit Earth. The editor speculates that these intelligences find Earth interesting due to its isolation and potential for more rational development. The editorial points to a trend of increasing close encounters and landings, suggesting that the coming decade may bring more exciting events. It concludes with a hope that the focus on extraterrestrial matters might distract world powers from earthly conflicts.

Witness Accounts and Case Reports

Norge v/FWK - Nøtterøy (Autumn 1953):

Herr Foss recounts an experience from Autumn 1953 near Nøtterøy. While driving, he and a passenger, referred to as N.N., observed a luminous object with a green, shining light descending rapidly from a great height towards a field. The object, described as being larger than a car and not transparent, appeared to be two deep plates placed against each other. Foss stopped the car, ostensibly to adjust the radiator curtain, but in reality to confirm what he was seeing. N.N. confirmed seeing the same object. They both concluded it was a 'flying saucer'. The object, not quite touching the ground, then moved northwest towards a hill called Vadås, and continued ascending towards Tønsberg. Later, as they passed Oserød farm, the object reappeared, moving at high speed towards them and then over them, as if saying goodbye, before heading towards the Oslo Fjord. Foss reported no fear and no sound from the object. N.N. expressed a desire to travel in such a craft, but Foss noted that with the object's superior technology, they would have had little chance if it had been hostile. Foss has not had any particular interest in UFOs since, and they decided against reporting the incident to the police or the press due to potential consequences, as openness about such matters was limited at the time. Mrs. Foss mentioned that the local newspaper reported sightings of unknown objects in the sky around that time. The witness's credibility is vouched for by people who know him.

Rånåsfoss (February 1977):

Helene A. Brustad (secretary) and her three children observed a mysterious object from their living room window, facing the Glomma river. The object was seen in the west at an altitude of approximately 15 degrees. This occurred on a February day (date not recalled) around 17:00 and lasted for five minutes. The object was described as a round craft with high speed and a bright light, moving back and forth for about 30 seconds. Suddenly, the light turned off, and when it reappeared 30 seconds later, the object had changed its position. The children noted it appeared grey. The object moved up and down several times before disappearing towards the ground. The observers noted it was dusk and clear weather, and many other witnesses were present but had not reported themselves. The main light was white, and the observers believed it was a UFO, as they had never seen anything similar before.

Avd. Øst - Sørreisa (Date not specified, possibly related to 220879/I):

An account from Sørreisa describes an observation of a strong light at 23:30 near K. Johnsen's cabin at Reinvatnet. The object came from the south and moved towards the link station at Lysheia. Initially mistaken for a plane, it was later seen to have two white lights at the rear when it made a turn. The lights were horizontal during the turn, after which a strong light reappeared. The object then moved diagonally towards the observers in the southeast and downwards. As it passed over the water, it illuminated a strip about 1.5 meters wide. It disappeared from view about 100 meters above the water, behind a birch forest, and was absolutely silent. The observation occurred during dusk and clear weather and lasted four minutes.

Jevnaker (Date not specified, related to 031079/I):

Assistant Abel-gaard, near Jevnaker church, observed a strongly luminous object flying steadily eastward. He stopped his car, and the object seemed to pause briefly before accelerating and disappearing over a hill towards Nordmarka. Periodically, the object appeared to emit a reddish light in addition to white light. The direction and timing matched an observation from Bjoneroa on the same evening, reported in 'Ringerikes Blad' on October 4, 1979. The observation took place between 09:22 and 09:24. The weather was clear, dark, and windless, with no moon.

Herøysundet - Hordaland (Date not specified, related to 261079/I):

Nils S. Drangsvoll was in his car waiting for his sister when he spotted a 'strange' star-like object over Onarheim on Tysnes. He watched it for about 45 minutes. A plane then appeared from the direction of Stord, and the 'star' suddenly accelerated rapidly towards the plane, then changed course upwards and disappeared. Drangsvoll and his sister observed this from outside the car. They heard no sound except from the plane. The object blinked yellow and red (pulsating). The weather was clear, with no moon.

Hullene i Sildsetvatnet (The holes in the ice at Sildsetvatnet) - Reportage and photographs by Heine Schjølberg:

On Saturday, January 19, 1980, forest workers discovered holes in the ice of Sildsetvatnet. According to witness accounts, they appeared during the night of Friday, January 18. Approximately 100 holes were counted, varying in size from 20 to 80 cm, and scattered randomly over about 4/5 of the ice surface. The northern part of the lake, towards the settlement, did not have holes. The lake is elongated, about 2.5 kilometers long, situated in a side valley to Batnfjordsøra, and is about 100 meters above the settlement. The nearest inhabited houses are about a kilometer away. Several cabins are located around the lake, but it is unknown if anyone was present on the night the holes appeared. The holes were widely spaced, with distances of 20-25 meters between them, making them difficult to detect and map systematically. The shapes of the holes were remarkably regular, mostly circular, or funnel-shaped downwards. One oval hole was also observed. Photographs of the holes were taken on Monday, January 21. There were no ice fragments in the holes, and the edges were smooth. The case received significant positive coverage in the press, including VG and Aftenposten on January 24, and particularly in local newspapers like 'Tidens Krav' and 'Sunnmørsposten'.

Photographs and Explanations:

One photograph shows a close-up of a circular hole in the ice, with a ruler indicating scale. The caption states: "Reference photo" from Rensvikvatnet. Occurred due to gas development under the ice. Nikon FM, 24mm lens, f/?. 1/125 sec. Film FP-4 125 ASA. Due to heavy snowfall after Schjølberg took his photos, NUFOC personnel in Kristiansund and Ålesund were unable to investigate the holes more thoroughly.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

This issue of Rapportnytt strongly emphasizes the reporting of UFO sightings and unexplained aerial phenomena, particularly within Norway. The recurring themes include detailed witness accounts of luminous objects with varied characteristics and behaviors, the investigation of physical traces like imprints and ice holes, and a general curiosity about the nature and origin of these phenomena. The editorial stance appears to be one of serious inquiry and documentation of UFO reports, aiming to inform the public and potentially encourage further investigation. There is an underlying tone of wonder and anticipation regarding future developments in the UFO field, as suggested by the editorial's comments on the increasing trend of close encounters and landings. The magazine also touches upon broader topics such as the space race and the possibility of extraterrestrial intelligence influencing human affairs.

This issue of International UFO Reporter, dated September-October 1979, focuses heavily on UFO and related phenomena, with a significant portion dedicated to reports from Italy. The magazine's cover headline is 'ITALIA', and it features articles on ufology, parapsychology, and astronomy.

Italian UFO Conference and Sightings

The issue details the 6th Italian Congress for Parapsychology-Ufology-Astrology and Astronomy held in Cattolica with the theme 'Unknown Dimensions'. Dr. Fernando Lamperi presented on strange events over Rome in September 1978. Journalist Marcello Coppetti discussed secret weapons developed in the USA, including flying objects and underwater craft, suggesting they could be mistaken for UFOs. An appeal was made to US President Jimmy Carter to release information on UFOs, and to stop the discrimination of 'extraterrestrial life' in films. The congress also called for government guarantees for humanoids to contact politicians and journalists freely.

Several specific UFO incidents from Italy are reported:

• Cattolica, Italy (September 17, 1978): Frisør Rivo Faralli reported a CE III encounter. After hearing an explosion and seeing a light, his car stalled. He then saw a disc-shaped object with a dome, from which two small, green-skinned beings emerged. These beings, about 110 cm tall, approached his car, circled it silently, and returned to their craft. The craft then ascended vertically and accelerated horizontally. The car later started on its own.
• Cosenza, Italy (September 21, 1978): A CE III sighting involving a disc-shaped craft and beings.
• Tagliacozzo, Italy (October 25, 1978): Giuseppe Di Giovanni, a farmer, encountered a large, brown, disc-shaped object resembling a 'shoe polish box'. He observed several small humanoid beings, some blonde with pink skin, others darker and older, inside the craft. The beings were dressed in green and wore hats resembling a pope's.

Moon Anomalies and Apollo Missions

The magazine explores alleged anomalies on the Moon, questioning whether Americans were truly the first to land there and if NASA is withholding important results. It mentions pre-Apollo sightings of mysterious 'moon-blinks' and formations like a cross and a bridge near craters, which have since disappeared. Photos from the Lunar Orbiter II mission in 1966 reportedly showed obelisk-like pillars and a square depression.

During the Apollo missions, astronauts are said to have made significant, yet unpublished, observations. Neil Armstrong and Edwin Aldrin allegedly reported seeing 'other craft' in orbit around the Moon. Dr. Glenn Seaborg, a Nobel laureate, is quoted suggesting that the Moon may have been visited by non-terrestrial civilizations. Commander Eugene Cernan of Apollo-17 reportedly described a pyramid-like formation and questioned strange objects flying overhead, with ground control confirming similar incidents. Ronald Evans also stated that NASA was reluctant to release many photos from the lunar missions, as they often surprised scientists.

Mars Exploration and Viking Probes

The issue touches upon the exploration of Mars. The Soviet probes Venus 9 and 10 in 1975 revealed a rocky, desert-like surface, contrary to expectations. The American Viking II probe, which landed on Mars on September 4, 1976, experienced a communication blackout. Upon resuming contact, it sent images of a landscape with rock blocks and a formation resembling a face, which might be a natural geological feature or an ancient structure.

UFO Crashes and Recovered Beings

A significant portion of the magazine is dedicated to reports of UFO crashes and the alleged recovery of alien bodies. These reports, often attributed to sources like Stringfield and MUFON, include:

• Laredo, Texas (1948): A UFO crash near the Mexican border resulted in the recovery of a 150 cm tall being.
• Wright Patterson Air Force Base: Several accounts suggest that this base is a repository for crashed UFOs and alien bodies. A civil guard reportedly saw a tractor towing a covered machine into a restricted area, and later saw alien beings in open crates. An engineer was shown a crashed saucer and a 120 cm tall alien in a metallic suit. Another source claims a military unit captured a living alien near a crashed craft, but the being died and was transported to Wright Patterson packed in dry ice.
• New Mexico (Korean War era): An adjutant to a general reported that personnel were shown four alien bodies from a crashed UFO near a base. The beings were described as 120 cm tall, hairless humanoids with large heads.
• Great Falls Air Force Base (1953): Cecil Tenney reported a cigar-shaped craft that exploded. He was later interrogated and saw a body in a laundry bag.

Other UFO Incidents

• Warren, Minnesota (August 31, 1979): A police car was reportedly destroyed by a bright, hovering object, leaving the deputy dazed. The object left behind physical traces on the car, including bent antennas and a dent.
• Rivera, Uruguay (March 3, 1979): Witnesses reported seeing an oval-shaped craft with beings inside, characterized by large heads covered with transparent helmets.
• Butylo, St. Route 600 (date unspecified): The Panellas couple discovered a ring of oily substance with graphite-like particles in their yard, suggesting a UFO landing.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are UFO sightings, alleged alien encounters, extraterrestrial life, and government secrecy regarding these phenomena. The magazine appears to present these reports as credible, often citing multiple sources and investigations. The editorial stance seems to be one of open inquiry into unexplained aerial phenomena and a critical view of official explanations or lack thereof. The inclusion of detailed incident reports, witness testimonies, and alleged evidence points towards a commitment to documenting and disseminating information on UFOs and related subjects.

This issue of UFO-NYT, Volume 4, No. 2, dated August 1979 (though the cover mentions a 1980 subscription offer and a special offer for orders placed before December 1, 1979), is published by SUFOI in Denmark. The magazine is in Norwegian and covers UFO phenomena with a focus on witness accounts and investigations.

UFO Contest

The editorial staff announces a UFO contest, challenging readers to submit their best UFO experience, classified according to Dr. J. Allen Hynek's system, and their oldest UFO experience. The deadline for submissions is June 1, 1980. Prizes for the winners of each category include a one-year free subscription to the magazine. The magazine also expresses a willingness to publish other interesting UFO stories from readers, with the option to anonymize names and locations.

Case Study: Raymond Shearer's UFO Contact

A significant portion of the magazine details the experience of an advocate named Raymond Shearer (pseudonym). The article, written by Warren Smith, describes Shearer's encounter in April 1970. After a long day, while driving home, he noticed a light and experienced radio interference and increased body temperature. He stopped his car near his home and encountered a disc-shaped object with blinking lights. His car's engine stopped, lights went out, and the radio went silent. He saw indistinct figures outside and believes he may have fainted. Subsequent hypnosis sessions revealed that he had a direct contact with a UFO crew. Shearer recounts being programmed and experiencing a period of erratic behavior. He describes a wound on his neck and a subsequent period of difficulty concentrating. Through hypnosis, he recalled the encounter, including being asked to enter politics to become a sympathizer. He was told the beings were from another galaxy and collected samples of stones, plants, and soil for scientists. He was not mistreated but was scared. The beings indicated they would return and that their craft could travel faster than light. He also described being inside the craft, which was larger than expected, with metallic floors, numerous machines, and computers. The beings were described as approximately 165 cm tall, weighing about 65 kg, with long, flat faces, possibly due to their helmets, resembling ancient Egyptians. They explained their propulsion systems, which overcome gravity and use electromagnetic drive on Earth. They also mentioned using water as their primary energy source on their home planet and that they had previously used atomic power but abandoned it due to human casualties. They had also experimented with transforming into pure energy, which led to problems with losing their minds and bodies. The beings could make themselves invisible. Shearer was returned to his car, which then functioned normally.

Other UFO Reports

The magazine also includes several shorter reports of UFO sightings from various locations:

• Argentina (September 23, 1978): Carlos Acevedo and Angel Moya reported a yellowish and violet light approaching their car from behind. Their car lights and engine stopped, and they were lifted 5 meters above the road and deposited 120 km away. Their car's fuel tank was reported empty.
• Uruguay (March 2, 1979): Witnesses near the Uruguay-Brazil border saw beings with large heads wearing transparent helmets piloting a strange oval craft. The craft circled a power station tower before hovering over a truck filled with farmers, who then panicked and jumped off as the UFO sped away, leaving a fiery trail.
• Sweden (March 25, 1978): Farmer Folke Isacson and his daughters observed a large, silent, red, spherical object hovering and moving up and down behind a forest. The object had a faint tail when ascending and descending and was visible for two minutes.
• Sweden (Luleå): A couple reported seeing a strong, white spotlight-like light beside the road. The light ascended at high speed, leaving a fiery trail.
• California, USA (April 8, 1979): A 6-year-old boy pointed out a UFO with two humanoid figures to his grandmother. The object, described as disc-shaped with a transparent dome, then flattened horizontally and flew away.

Special Offers and Subscription Information

The magazine announces a special offer for its 10th anniversary issue, focusing on the best UFO events in Sweden over the last decade, available for 35 Swedish kronor. It also promotes a joint subscription offer for UFO-NYT and "Det Ukendte" (The Unknown) for 125 kr., saving 25 kr., which includes 12 issues per year. Subscription details and payment methods are provided, including a postal giro account.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently features witness testimonies and investigative reports on UFO phenomena. The editorial stance appears to be open to the subject, encouraging reader participation through contests and submissions. There is a clear interest in detailed accounts of encounters, particularly those involving direct contact or unusual craft. The use of hypnosis as a tool for recovering memories of UFO experiences is highlighted. The magazine also seems to be a platform for disseminating information about UFO events globally, with reports from various countries. The publication aims to inform and engage its readership on the ongoing mystery of UFOs.