Saucer News - Whole Number 18 - Vol 03 No 04 - 1956 06-07

Magazine Overview

Title: SAUCER NEWS
Issue: VOLUME 3, NUMBER 4 (Whole Number 18)
Date: JUNE-JULY 1956
Publisher: SAUCER AND UNEXPLAINED CELESTIAL EVENTS RESEARCH SOCIETY
Country: USA
Language: English

This issue of SAUCER NEWS features a prominent article by Editor James W. Moseley, proposing a controversial theory about the origin and purpose of flying saucers. The cover highlights a mysterious rock incident involving an 8-year-old girl in New Jersey. The magazine also includes a book review, other feature articles, recent news, and letters to the editor.

Editorial Notes

The editorial notes discuss the staff's consideration of reproducing the full text of the 316-page Air Force Project Blue Book Special Report #14, which is mostly charts and graphs and not readily available to researchers. They plan to print it with their analysis for one dollar, requesting advance orders to gauge interest. The newsletter, issued irregularly and containing "too hot to handle" material, is also being mailed out. Back issues of SAUCER NEWS and an Air Force "fact sheet" are available. The editors are seeking material for future issues, particularly articles on new or unpublished aspects of the flying saucer subject.

Feature Article: The Solution to the Flying Saucer Mystery by James W. Moseley

James W. Moseley presents his theory that flying saucers are not interplanetary but are manufactured in the United States by a secret organization separate from the government. He explains that these saucers are powered by atomic energy, converting atomic radiation into electrical energy. Their primary purpose, he claims, is to absorb excess radioactivity in the atmosphere caused by secret atomic tests that have gone out of control. These saucers are remotely controlled, vary in size from 6 to 30 feet in diameter, and can fly at speeds exceeding 4,000 miles per hour, with the ability to hover and change course abruptly. They operate from a super-secret underground base in the southwestern United States.

Moseley asserts that the secrecy surrounding these craft is due to the need to hide the fact that the atmosphere is dangerously polluted. He suggests that some atomic tests have resulted in radioactive clouds that the saucers are sent to decontaminate. If a saucer becomes "saturated" with radioactivity, it is directed into the ocean. He notes that these saucers cannot land and have a self-destruct mechanism to prevent crashes. They make little noise by ionizing the air and minimize air friction. Their electrical nature causes them to glow in the dark and can lead to thunderstorms and unusual weather patterns.

Moseley believes that even top rocket experts were initially kept in the dark about these saucers. He references Willy Ley's changing opinions on whether saucers are a US military secret. He questions why scientists who publicly comment on saucers often claim they do not exist or are extraterrestrial, rather than considering the "Earth Theory." He concludes by stating that other unconventional craft are also being built by the US for different purposes.

Moseley acknowledges the potential backlash for publishing this information, fearing he might be "hushed up" like other investigators. He states he has proof but cannot identify it, citing the article's explanation as the only one that accounts for all saucer characteristics, including their random appearance, proximity to atomic plants, lack of sound, rapid maneuvers, and electrical disturbances.

He points to two sources of information: a suppressed science-fiction book titled "So Shall Ye Reap" and a pamphlet from an electrical company featuring a saucer-like device.

Feature Article: "There Were Giants in the Earth in Those Days" by John Pitt

John Pitt challenges M.K. Jessup's theory that "little people" played a significant role in human prehistory. Pitt argues that mythological stories of giants, prehistoric human remains indicating taller stature, and large-scale ancient Egyptian sculptures suggest a history of large beings, not pygmies. He dismisses the idea that structures like Zimbabwe, the Pyramids, or the Sacschuaman catacombs were built by "little men," suggesting that massive beings like Nephilim might have been responsible for such grand constructions.

Pitt contrasts the idea of "little people" with the more imposing figures of giants and ogres from mythology. He notes that primitive art often depicts humans on a scale comparable to mammoths and dinosaurs, supporting the idea of ancestors being of substantial size. He also touches upon the idea of the Moon's origin and Atlantean speculation about using it as a target for guided missiles, drawing parallels to terrestrial craters.

Recent News

Electronic Device Amplifies Telescope: A new electronic device called the Lumicon, developed by Bendix Aviation Corporation, can amplify light up to 40,000 times. This device is expected to revolutionize astronomy by effectively creating a 1200-inch lens for the 200-inch telescope, potentially enabling the first photographs of Mars' canals. It also has applications in medicine, allowing for lower-level X-ray examinations.

Saucer Documentary Film Shown: The editor attended an advance showing of the documentary film "Unidentified Flying Objects" in New York. The film features two previously secret motion picture clips of flying saucers, one taken in Montana in August 1950 and another in Utah in July 1952. The Mariana film from Montana is considered clearer and shows two saucers, while the Newhouse film from Utah shows approximately 14 saucers but is less clear.

California Convention and Invention: The annual flying saucer convention was held in California, featuring speakers like George Van Tassel, Orfeo Angelucci, and Major Donald Keyhoe. Additionally, a California physician, Frederick Streib, has constructed a three-foot diameter model of a saucer that has made successful test flights. He believes a 18-foot version could carry two people and cost around $10,000.

News Briefs: Soviet scientists claim to have explored a strange Antarctic oasis. A group in Argentina waited for flying saucers from Jupiter's moons. The Thames River monster reported in a previous issue was revealed to be a hoax by British students.

Saucer Sighting: R. M. Grace reported seeing an "egg-shaped" saucer hovering over a California town at about 1,000 feet, which then accelerated and disappeared.

Letters to the Editor

A letter from a 19-year-old high school graduate expresses belief in the Bible and the possibility of proving their statements, implying a personal experience or testimony related to the magazine's subject matter.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue revolve around the nature and origin of flying saucers, with a strong emphasis on the "Earth Theory" proposed by James W. Moseley, suggesting a US government project rather than extraterrestrial visitors. The magazine also touches upon historical interpretations of prehistory, particularly the debate between giants and "little people." The editorial stance, as presented by Moseley, is to challenge conventional beliefs and present potentially controversial information, even at personal risk, to inform the public about what he considers vital truths about the flying saucer phenomenon and its connection to atomic energy and atmospheric pollution. The publication also actively seeks reader contributions and promotes its own newsletter and back issues.

This issue of SAUCER NEWS, dated August-September, features a prominent book review on its cover, "THE TRUTH ABOUT FLYING SAUCERS" by Aime Michel, priced at $3.95 and reviewed by Isabel Davis. The magazine delves into personal accounts of UFO sightings and provides resources for enthusiasts.

Personal Account: Jim Fugatt

Jim Fugatt of Paynes Creek, California, shares his personal experiences with flying saucers. He claims to have seen several hundred, mostly at night, and asserts he has spoken to them in a known language. Fugatt recounts an incident where he asked a saucer to shine a red ray on him, which it did without causing harm. He states he has proof of his story and is willing to share it with anyone who comes to see him in person. He mentions a U.S. scientist who has been studying 'green men' for at least 15 years. Fugatt directs anyone interested in his $1000 offer to contact him, with the money to be given to his church.

An editor's note clarifies that the $1000 offer was made in a previous issue (Dec.-Jan. SAUCER NEWS) for conclusive proof of extraterrestrial saucers, and this offer still stands.

International Flying Saucer Sighting Days

Derek Dempster, Director of "Flying Saucer Review" in London, England, announces that June 30th and September 8th, 1956, have been designated as International Flying Saucer Sighting Days. The goal is to have people worldwide observe UFOs simultaneously to enable timing, tracking, and correlation of sightings on a global scale. Participants are encouraged to report details like time, locality, direction of travel, and object description to their local groups.

Book Review: "The Truth About Flying Saucers"

Isabel Davis reviews Aime Michel's book, "The Truth About Flying Saucers," an English translation of "Lueurs Sur Les Soucoupes Volantes." The book, recommended by the Research Section of Civilian Saucer Intelligence of New York, is praised for its objectivity, humor, and logical approach. Michel, a French science writer, critically summarizes famous American sightings and U.S. Air Force investigations. He also presents numerous Old World observations, including notable "angel-hair" cases at Oloron and Gaillac, France, and a saucer landing at Marignane investigated by Jean Latappy. The review notes that Michel meticulously details each case and examines possible explanations, particularly addressing and refuting optical-effect explanations proposed by Professor Donald Menzel. The book also features an exposition of Plantier's theory of saucer propulsion, which Michel believes offers the most rational explanation for the saucers' capabilities. The American edition has been revised by the Research Section of CSI of New York, with efforts made to check names, dates, and details, correct misinterpretations, and provide footnotes and an index.

Saucer Directory

The magazine provides a partial list of saucer magazines and clubs in the United States. Inclusion on the list does not imply recommendation or endorsement by SAUCER NEWS. Listed publications and groups include:

• "The Saucerian Bulletin": A non-scheduled magazine edited by Gray Barker, also publishing "The Saucerian Review" (annual digest) and the book "They Knew Too Much About Flying Saucers."
• North Jersey U.F.O. Group: Holds meetings and issues a newsletter.
• "Orbit": A monthly saucer bulletin published by Len Stringfield.
• "The Little Listening Post": A bi-monthly publication edited by Mrs. W.C. John.
• The Fortean Society: Publishes the quarterly magazine "Doubt," edited by Tiffany Thayer. This magazine is noted as politically slanted but informative.
• "Saucers": A quarterly bulletin edited by Max Miller.
• "The Telonic Research Bulletin": Published quarterly by the Telonic Research Center, focused on contacting alleged space beings.
• Borderland Sciences Research Associates: An organization focused on the "4-D" or "etheric" explanation of saucers, publishing "Clips, Quotes and Comments" and "Round Robin."
• "The A.P.R.O. Bulletin": Published approximately quarterly by Mrs. Coral E. Lorenzen.

Upcoming Issue

The next issue of SAUCER NEWS, scheduled for August-September and mailed around August 1st, promises further information on the nature and purpose of American-made saucers, as well as details about a secret saucer base mentioned in the current issue.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue revolve around personal UFO sighting experiences, the scientific investigation and analysis of UFO phenomena, and the promotion of a community of researchers and enthusiasts through directories and event announcements. The editorial stance appears to be one of serious inquiry into the UFO subject, encouraging evidence-based reporting and critical analysis, as demonstrated by the positive review of Aime Michel's objective approach and the editor's own offer for proof of extraterrestrial saucers. The magazine aims to provide credible information and resources for those interested in flying saucers.