Rapportnytt - 1980 no 5

Magazine Overview

Title: RAPPORTNYTT
Issue: Nr. 5
Year: 1980
Publisher: Norsk UFO Center, Vestlandet
Type: Norway's only official UFO magazine.

Contents Overview

This issue of RAPPORTNYTT, published in 1980, delves into various UFO phenomena, investigations, and alleged cover-ups. It features reports on sightings, close encounters, and a UFO congress, alongside critical commentary on government secrecy.

UFO-Kongress i København

The Scandinavian UFO Information (SUFOI) held a congress in Lyngby Storcenter, Denmark, on October 18th. Ufologists from Denmark, Sweden, and Norway were present. Topics included ancient astronauts, the authenticity of UFO photographs, ball lightning, and scientific research into UFO phenomena. Peter A. Hansen, chairman of SUFOI, stated that while they are not focused on 'flying saucers and little green men' theories, they do not rule out the possibility of UFOs being alien spacecraft. He believes Earth might be visited by intelligent beings from other star systems, noting the shift in terminology from 'flying saucers' to the more general 'UFO' (Unidentified Flying Object).

Mosjøen Close Encounter (1954)

The magazine recounts a sensational event in Mosjøen in late August 1954, where sisters Edith Jacobsen and Åsta Solvang claimed to have seen and attempted to communicate with a man who then vanished in a strange, silent craft. The event divided the town into believers and non-believers, with a third group remaining undecided. NUFOC has published a special issue on this 'third-degree' close contact.

The "Lie" (Løgnen) - CIA Secrecy and Soviet Involvement

This section critically examines the alleged secrecy surrounding UFO phenomena, particularly by the CIA. It references Jimmy Carter's 1976 campaign promise to publicize UFO information if elected, a promise that was not kept. The article suggests that the CIA believes all unexplained UFOs must be kept secret due to potential Russian experiments with laser and sound beams. However, the author questions this rationale, asking why such experiments would occur over the USA, Japan, and Europe rather than over Russia itself. The piece posits that the CIA's secrecy stems from a fear that the public cannot handle the truth: that a significant percentage of UFO observations might be controlled by intelligent extraterrestrial beings. The article also raises questions about the KGB's role in similar matters.

Mysterious Tracks at Stordalsvatnet (1962)

An article details strange 'runes' or tracks found in the snow on the ice of Stordalsvatnet in Etne, Norway, during the winter of 1962. Karl Hegerland and a companion discovered two parallel, faint lines in the snow, about 1 cm deep, with unusual markings resembling Arabic script appearing intermittently between them. These tracks extended for at least 5 km. Hegerland, an experienced outdoorsman, had never seen anything like it and ruled out animal or bird tracks. The article notes that the tracks were discovered on a Thursday and were no longer visible by Wednesday, suggesting they were made recently.

UFO Sighting Over Stordalsvatnet (1962)

The day after the mysterious tracks were found at Stordalsvatnet, Karl Hegerland reported seeing a large, black UFO. He described it as being approximately 50 meters long with a wingspan of about 80 meters, featuring a narrow yellow stripe from wingtip to wingtip. It had four large engines on the wings, two windows in the front, and three triangular landing legs underneath. The UFO flew slowly and silently at an altitude of 20-30 meters, passing within 50 meters of Hegerland. He observed two occupants inside, described as slender, young, with fine features, wearing white suits with hoods, and having pointed noses and fair skin. The UFO flew south, over a peninsula, then over the water, passing close to power lines before disappearing into the distance. Hegerland had kept this experience secret until now.

Mysterious Light Over Andøyfjorden (March 1980)

On Tuesday, March 25th, 1980, at 11:30 PM, Herr Svenning from Dale in Kvæfjord observed a light in the sky over Andøyfjorden. He contacted Harstad Tidende, which published an article about the event. Around the same time, Fru Haugan Dahl also saw a similar light in the same direction, describing it as twice the size of Venus. Her initial theory was a balloon or rocket. On Friday, March 28th, another witness from Breistrand reported seeing the light, which lasted until 1:10 AM. The NUFOC department contacted Herr Jensen at the Nordlysobservatoriet in Skibotn, who had difficulty explaining the phenomenon. Given the object's movement, silence, and reddish color, theories of aircraft or meteors were dismissed. Jensen considered a balloon theory but found it unlikely due to the speed and distance covered. The Andøya Rocket Range confirmed no activity during that period. The Norwegian Armed Forces also reported no unusual air activity. NUFOC concluded that the phenomenon was likely a UFO.

Editorial Stance and Recurring Themes

The magazine consistently questions official explanations and highlights instances of potential government cover-ups, particularly by the CIA. It promotes the idea that UFO phenomena are real and warrant serious investigation, often suggesting extraterrestrial origins. The recurring themes include eyewitness accounts, the challenges of investigating unexplained phenomena, and the perceived obstruction by authorities. The publication aims to inform the public about UFO events and encourage open discussion, despite what it portrays as a climate of secrecy and misinformation.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue revolve around unexplained aerial phenomena, eyewitness testimonies, and the perceived reluctance of official bodies and governments to disclose information about UFOs. The editorial stance is clearly pro-investigation and pro-disclosure, critical of what it terms 'lies' and 'secrecy' surrounding the topic, particularly from agencies like the CIA. The magazine champions the idea that UFOs are a genuine phenomenon that deserves public attention and scientific inquiry, often implying an extraterrestrial origin for these objects.

This issue of The MUFON UFO JOURNAL, dated December 1979 (Volume 141), presents a collection of UFO sightings, landings, and alleged crash incidents from various locations, primarily focusing on events in 1979, with some historical accounts from earlier decades. The articles are translated from Norwegian and feature reports from Chile, Brazil, Argentina, the USA (Indiana, Arizona), and Australia (Tasmania, Queensland).

UFO Sighting in Antofagasta, Chile (May 29, 1979)

An Air Force officer, Captain Danilo Catalan Farias, claims to have witnessed a gigantic UFO that was also detected by radar. He described it as a black triangle with two small tails, flying faster than sound. Catalan, initially a skeptic, stated that the experience convinced him of the existence of beings from other planets.

UFO Landing in Belo Horizonte, Brazil (May 5, 1979)

An investigation was launched into a UFO incident in Pampulhas, Belo Horizonte, Brazil. According to two police officers, the UFO landed in a field near a military school and remained for about 1.5 minutes. The object expelled flames from what appeared to be turbines. During the sighting, car radios and engines stopped for 55 seconds, and the intense light from the object made it difficult to see if it was being observed by anyone.

UFO Over Indiana, USA (January 8, 1979 & November 8, 1978)

Two separate incidents in Indiana are reported. On January 8, 1979, Mr. and Mrs. Marion Ritchie observed a cylindrical object with white, red, and green lights hovering over an open field for five minutes. The object was estimated to be 4.5 meters long and hovering 25-30 meters above the ground. On November 8, 1978, Mrs. Cathy Wilfong and her sister, Cindy, witnessed a UFO near Greenfield, Indiana. They found a large, approximately 42-meter-long imprint in a soybean field, which was later investigated by "The Center for UFO Studies" and MUFON.

Unusual Experience in Indianapolis, USA (September 25, 1978)

Jim Altees reported an unusual experience in Indianapolis on September 25, 1978. While walking, he heard a loud sound and saw a bright object descending. The object was described as being the size of two houses, octagonal, with 18 lights. The experience lasted for 4-5 minutes. His father suggested possibilities including a secret US weapon, a Soviet craft, or an extraterrestrial object.

Vehicle Incidents in Australia (February 5 & 9, 1979)

Two incidents involving vehicles in Australia are detailed. On February 5, 1979, a man driving near Lawitta, Tasmania, experienced his car being enveloped in a blinding white light, causing the engine and lights to fail. He suffered temporary memory loss. On February 9, 1979, a banana farmer near Liverpool Creek, Queensland, observed a hovering, dark, beehive-shaped object. As he approached, the object emitted a blinding flash, causing his car's headlights, dashboard lights, and engine to stop functioning.

Alleged UFO Crash Investigation in Arizona, USA (May 1953)

This section presents an account from Fritz Werner, who claims to have assisted in the investigation of a crashed unknown craft near Kingman, Arizona, on May 21, 1953. The craft was described as oval, about 10 meters in diameter, and made of an unknown metallic material. A deceased alien being, approximately 130 cm tall, wearing a silver metallic suit, was found in a tent near the wreckage. The report includes details about the craft's interior, including swivel seats and instruments. The account is corroborated by Werner's diary entries. A separate, but potentially related, incident involving Major Daly, a metallurgist and AF-major, is also mentioned, describing an investigation of a similar craft in April 1953.

UFO Landing in Rosario, Argentina (April 7, 1979)

A report from Bigand, Argentina, describes a UFO landing on a soybean plantation. Police confirmed that the ground in a specific area of the plantation was burned in a circle approximately 8 meters in diameter.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue revolve around unexplained aerial phenomena, including sightings, landings, and alleged crashes. The journal presents these accounts as reports requiring investigation and analysis, often highlighting witness testimonies and the involvement of organizations like MUFON and "The Center for UFO Studies." The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry into UFO phenomena, presenting evidence and witness accounts without definitive conclusions, but suggesting the possibility of extraterrestrial origins and government secrecy surrounding the topic. The use of translations and credits to various news sources and individuals indicates an effort to compile and disseminate information on UFOs globally.

Title: THE MUFON UFO JOURNAL
Issue: November 1979
Volume: 79
Date: November 1979
Publisher: MUFON
Country: USA
Language: Norwegian (translations from English)

This issue of The MUFON UFO Journal presents a collection of UFO and humanoid encounter reports, primarily focusing on cases from the Philippines, France, and the United States. The content includes detailed witness testimonies, investigator notes, and analysis of the phenomena.

Article 1: Flyvende tallerken. (Flying Saucer)

This section details two separate incidents. The first, from Caseros, Argentina, describes residents reporting a luminous object and several cars experiencing engine stalls on a Saturday morning. Soil samples and burned grass were collected for analysis. The second report, originating from Manila, Philippines, on May 26, 1979, describes a UFO emitting multi-colored lights that flew over the city. Residents of Legaspi, in Albay province, witnessed the object. The manager of a radio station described the craft as having an 'extraterrestrial sheen' and being the size of a fist held at arm's length. This was the second UFO sighting in the Philippines within a week; a previous report mentioned an American scientist observing a UFO with two retractable antennas, and figures that appeared to be human-like with tentacle-like hands.

Article 2: VESENER OBSERVERT I EN "KVASI-LANDING" I NÆRHETEN AV BEAUSOLEIL. (Beings Observed in a "Quasi-Landing" Near Beausoleil)

This article recounts an incident that occurred in the summer of 1951 near Beausoleil, France. Witnesses included Fru X (40), Herr X (electrician, 49), and Herr Y (policeman, 50). While on their way to a theater performance, they observed a small, egg-shaped object, approximately 60 meters away, hovering 7-8 meters above an open square. The object was described as completely transparent. They approached the object and discerned a 'pilot' inside, who appeared to be normal height, wearing a light-colored, one-piece suit, and described as thin and elderly, with a prominent white mustache. The being was bareheaded and seemed engrossed in the theater performance. A second figure was partially visible. The object was about 4-5 meters long. When the witnesses tried to draw the attention of others, the object rapidly ascended with a faint, whistling sound, disappearing towards the NNØ. Fru X did not speak of this incident for 26 years, as her family and others dismissed it. The observation lasted about 20-25 seconds, and the witnesses felt no fear.

Commentary on the Beausoleil Incident

A. On the Witnesses: The article states that the witnesses are believed to be credible, with Fru X described as a reliable and balanced woman. Her son confirmed she consistently told the same story without deviation.

B. On the Observation: The observation is considered remarkable, particularly the detail of two beings seemingly watching a play. The fact that no one else noticed the object, despite it being daylight, raises questions. The investigators suggest the object may have tilted towards the witnesses, making it more visible. Fru X insisted she saw the beings in profile, not from underneath. The 'Russian-sounding' voices heard by Herr X are discussed in the context of the Cold War and the recent launch of Sputnik, suggesting a possible psychological association by the witnesses.

C. On the Observed Beings: The beings are classified as 'variant 1 of Pereias type 1,' meaning normal-sized humanoids. Such beings are frequently reported in France. The article notes that these humanoids are generally not aggressive and seem knowledgeable about humans and Earth. The presence of a mustache on the pilot is considered a rare detail.

Article 3: HUMANOJ DAFFÆREN I MIDDLETON, MASSACHUSSETTS. (The Humanoid Affair in Middleton, Massachusetts)

This article, authored by David Webb, details a series of events involving UFOs and humanoids in Syd-Middleton, Massachusetts, beginning in 1962 but intensifying in late 1977 and spring 1978. The Gold family, consisting of Theresa (50), Thomas (52), and their children Allan (21), Nancy (20), and Douglas (14), were the primary witnesses.

January 1978 Events:

• January 9, 1978: Douglas, Fru Campell (Theresa's mother), and her visiting daughter Carol Ann and husband Giles were present. Nancy and Theresa Gould were in the living room when they saw a large, yellow-orange light hovering and moving towards the ground. Nancy described it as a ball of light with blinking lights as it disappeared behind trees. The observation lasted about 20 seconds. Afterward, Nancy's phone line went dead for 20 minutes.
• Later that evening, John Gold (4) reported seeing a man by his bed. Giles investigated and found no one, but then heard a banging on the window. He saw a white-clad figure on the roof of the porch, wearing a mask-like helmet, with eyes that stared back at him.
• January 10, 1978: Carol mentioned a strong wind and slamming doors. Giles went outside and may have seen a glass-like figure. Tom Gold was working north of the house when he saw a figure about 4.5 feet tall with a square helmet and gray, gloved hands with three fingers. This figure was observed standing near a tree. Tom had previously seen similar figures multiple times in December 1977. He felt no fear and continued his work.
• Tom later found an egg-shaped object on the ground, approximately 150 feet away, in a clearing. The object was described as 40 feet long, 13.5 feet wide, and about 10 feet high, with small, bubble-like windows. Its surface was matte, rough, and dark gray.
• January 11, 1978 (probable): Tom saw the UFO again. Later, he, Allan, and Nancy observed the object. Nancy estimated the time as dusk and described the object as a large boulder-like shape, possibly with 7 windows.
• January 12, 1978: Allan saw a 'disc' lift off the property. It was described as having a matte steel-gray surface, resembling two plates pressed together, with four long legs extending from the underside.
• Allan found "bag-like" marks in the soil near the site, with one hole measuring 6 inches wide and 4.5 inches deep.

April 1978 Events:

• April 9, 1978: Doug and his cousin R.P. were riding motorcycles when they saw two white heads with large, dark blue eyes in the bushes. Later, Doug, Allan, R.P., and D.P. returned and felt they were being watched. They saw fleeting glimpses of beings moving quickly. R.P. described a figure about 5 feet tall, with a large bulge on its head, a light helmet, a large oval eye, and a nose slit. The being wore a belt with a black buckle. When R.P. screamed and ran, the being retreated into the bushes. Allan noted a smell of sulfur.
• April 19, 1978: R.P. saw a white face staring at her from a few feet away through a basement window. The face had vertical slits for a nose, a narrow mouth, and large, slanted, gold-colored eyes. The being may have had a transparent helmet.

Investigator's Notes on the Middleton Case

The investigators consider the January 9-12, 1978, events to be the most significant and well-documented. They note the complexity of these cases, which involve multiple types of humanoids, cattle mutilation, poltergeist activity, strange smells, sounds, and marks, often reported in other UFO accounts. The Gould family's testimony is deemed credible, with no contradictions found in interviews. The witnesses are described as honest, though possibly prone to exaggeration. The January sightings, particularly those involving white-clad figures in broad daylight, are considered highly unusual and unlikely to be fabricated or mistaken for natural phenomena.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The journal consistently reports on UFO sightings and humanoid encounters, often presenting detailed witness accounts and attempting to analyze the phenomena. The editorial stance appears to be one of serious investigation into these unexplained events, treating the witness testimonies as credible unless proven otherwise. The recurring themes include the appearance of various types of humanoids, landed UFOs, physical trace evidence, and electromagnetic effects associated with sightings. The publication aims to document and disseminate these reports to a wider audience interested in the UFO phenomenon.