Saucer News - Whole Number 60 - Vol 12 No 02 - 1965 06

Magazine Overview

SAUCER NEWS, Volume 12, Number 2 (Whole Number 60), dated June 1965, is the official publication of the Saucer and Unexplained Celestial Events Research Society. The magazine is edited by James W. Moseley and incorporates 'The UFO Reporter.' It is published quarterly in Fort Lee, N.J.

Editorial Notes

The editorial section announces the purchase of 'The UFO Reporter,' which was published by Eugene R. Steinberg since 1961. Subscribers to 'The UFO Reporter' will now receive SAUCER NEWS. The delay in this issue is attributed to the Editor's recent trip to Ecuador and personal marital problems. The editor reveals that damage to saucer files and theft of documents in November 1964 was the work of his ex-wife, Sandra Moseley, who also allegedly wrote a libelous letter about him to 'Interplanetary News.' The magazine states it responded to these charges in a letter published in the same magazine. Changes in the SAUCER NEWS staff are noted: Gary Oxton has been relieved of his duties, and Melvyn Stiriss resigned as Associate Editor due to a conflict of interest with his new job as a reporter for 'The Record.' Readers are urged to send their zip code numbers for faster mail delivery.

The editorial staff includes James W. Moseley (Editor), Y.N. ibn Aharon and John J. Robinson (Assistant Editors), Eugene Steinberg (Managing Editor), Bryan Essenhigh (Overseas Editor), Michael G. Mann (Photo Editor), Ted Hunt (Mental Health Editor), and Associate Editors Gladys Fusaro, Peter Kor, Richard E. Wallace, and Gray Barker.

Letters to the Editor

Several readers submitted letters:

• George D. Fawcett from Easton, Pa., praises SAUCER NEWS' format and timeliness, particularly an article on 'Little Men' landings.
• Ralph Rankow from New York, N.Y., criticizes the editor for appearing on WOR radio and 'besmirching NICAP,' questioning the editor's motives and suggesting his attacks on NICAP will harm the magazine.
• Rose Hiett from Jerome, Arizona, congratulates the magazine on its March issue and inquires about the publication status of a book by Yonah N. ibn Aharon on 'Extraterrestrialism.' She also discusses the 'Jessup book on UFOs and the Bible.'
• Howard Menger from Vero Beach, Florida, discusses his 'Electro-Craft' project and the need for funding, suggesting lectures or a way to raise $500 for building a model.
• Alan Wilcox from Fort Lauderdale, Florida, warns against repeating the 'Otis T. Carr routine' and criticizes Howard Menger's plan to hold funds for X-4 Electro-Craft specifications, comparing it to the Carr fiasco.
• Jerome Clark from Brookings, South Dakota, praises SAUCER NEWS as one of the best publications and highlights its coverage of the 1962 South American UFO flap.
• Joe Enright from Brooklyn, N.Y., commends the magazine for injecting humor into the subject and for its ability to stand up to criticism.

Feature Articles

• Speaking of Saucers by Richard E. Wallace (Page 6): This article defines a saucer convention, initially describing them as gatherings for enthusiasts to exchange experiences and promote their books, often resulting in a 'three-ring circus' with no tangible results. However, the author notes an event on June 20th, 1964, the 'Congress of Scientific Ufologists,' which challenged this view. Despite initial pessimism due to past failed 'scientific' conventions, the first annual Congress in Cleveland, Ohio, surpassed expectations with over 300 attendees and an estimated 200 turned away. Although the proceedings had issues like a failed air conditioning system and poor audio, the audience's sustained attention to serious UFO discussions provided 'unimpeachable evidence' that a convention can be scientific and engaging. The author encourages attendance at the second annual Congress in Parma, Ohio, on June 26th, 1965, noting that SAUCER NEWS will have a delegation present.

• Prospective: The Saucer Movement by Peter Kor (Page 9): Kor examines the evolution of the saucer movement over nearly twenty years. He notes that while theories and evidence have been presented, a definitive proof remains elusive, which sustains the research. The movement has grown from individual curiosity to a zealous, international, and popular phenomenon, with a missionary purpose of preparing the public for an 'alien space race.' Kor argues that the movement's image is often the opposite of what researchers intend, with claims of scientific proof dissolving into belief and speculation. He asserts that saucer research has never been truly scientific, lacking objective search, hypothesis testing, and prediction. The author suggests that the movement is essentially a 'spontaneous religious revolution,' forcing a reformulation of existential questions and intertwining with materialism and a technological twist on traditional mythological themes.

• The UFO Coloring Book (Part Two) by Patricia A. Jones (Page 12): This article is the second part of a series on a UFO coloring book, though its specific content is not detailed in the provided pages.

• Operation Windmill by Y. N. ibn Aharon, B.D. (Page 14): This article is mentioned in the table of contents but its content is not visible in the provided pages.

Book Review

• Invisible Horizons: True Mysteries of the Sea by Vincent H. Gaddis (Chilton) - Reviewed by Richard E. Wallace (Page 7): Wallace reviews Gaddis' book, which explores enigmas of the sea, including unexplained phenomena, ships rebelling against crews, and spectres warning of disaster. The reviewer is impressed by the research, noting Gaddis quotes from sources like 'Reader's Digest' and SAUCER NEWS. The book discusses the 'Varo' edition of 'The Case for the UFO' by M. K. Jessup, treating the matter seriously, unlike other works focused on profit. Wallace suggests the book provides formidable evidence that cannot be dismissed lightly, whether one's interest is solely in UFOs or broader mysteries.

Recent News

• Recent Radio Appearances by SAUCER NEWS Editor: James W. Moseley appeared on Randi's WOR night show on March 31st, discussing hoaxes, and on May 7th, discussing his Ecuador trip. He also participated in a UFO panel on May 21st.
• SAUCER BRIEFS:
• Researchers in the New York area are organizing a saucer convention in conjunction with a 'Flying Saucer Day' at the New York World's Fair.
• Detailed information about 'space contacts' involving teen-aged researchers in Philadelphia is expected to be published in the next issue.
• Predictions by Clairvoyant Jean Dixon and astrologer Pauline Messian regarding political figures are mentioned.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently features a critical yet engaged perspective on UFO research. There is a strong emphasis on reporting diverse viewpoints, as indicated by the solicitation of authors with varying opinions. The editorial stance appears to be one of skepticism towards unsubstantiated claims, particularly those associated with organizations like NICAP, while still acknowledging the importance of UFO phenomena. The magazine also highlights the personal challenges and business aspects of publishing a niche periodical, as seen in the editorial notes. A recurring theme is the distinction between serious, scientific inquiry into UFOs and the more sensational or pseudoscientific elements within the broader UFO community. The magazine also seems to champion the idea that UFO research can and should be conducted with a degree of scientific rigor, as exemplified by the positive review of the 'Congress of Scientific Ufologists.'

Title: SAUCER NEWS
Issue: 11
Volume: 1
Date: 1965
Publisher: SAUCER NEWS
Country: USA
Price: $1.00

This issue of SAUCER NEWS delves into the complexities of ufology, critically examining organizations like NICAP and presenting various recent reports and perspectives on flying saucers.

The Saucer Movement and Psychological Interpretations

The lead article discusses the

Title: SAUCER NEWS
Issue: Vol. 10, Issue 23
Date: March 1967

This issue of SAUCER NEWS, published in March 1967, delves into various UFO phenomena, scientific speculation about extraterrestrial life, and reports on astronomical discoveries. The magazine features news briefs, lecture summaries, and detailed accounts of alleged sightings and incidents.

News Briefs

Japanese Pilot Encounter On March 18th, two Japanese civilian pilots reported their planes were chased by a mysterious flying object. The object, described as 15 yards in diameter and radiating a greenish luminescence, approached a Convair 240 airliner at about 20 miles per hour, flew alongside for three minutes, and then disappeared. The pilot of the airliner experienced violent interference with his automatic direction finder and radio.

Life on Mars A distinguished group of 36 scientists, including three Nobel Prize winners, convened by the National Academy of Science, suggested that the United States begin an ambitious program to determine if life exists on Mars. They believe it is reasonable to assume Mars is inhabited with living organisms and that life independently originated there, proposing to take advantage of Mars' close approaches between 1969 and 1973.

Sulphur-Smelling UFO On the night of March 31st, a brilliant UFO, smelling of sulphur fumes, was sighted across British Columbia and Alberta, Canada, and parts of the northwestern United States. In Chase, B.C., hysterical women called the police. The object was followed by a brilliant flash and loud explosion, causing two fires in a lumberyard. Other towns reported the ground shaking, windows breaking, and a roar like thunder. Pilots of two commercial aircraft reported their cockpits were lit up by the object.

Belmont, California Sighting On March 20th, two astronomers in Belmont, California, observed two UFOs through telescopes shortly after sunset. They described a flaming object appearing behind the constellation Pleiades, followed by a second object that halted, shifted position, and then both UFOs moved off with incredible speed.

Boston Sighting On the night of April 1st, Mrs. Elizabeth Chorney and her 14-year-old son in Boston, Mass., reported a sighting of a cigar-shaped object about 100 yards in the air. The object had four windows and a red light, maneuvering slowly for 35 minutes before being joined by three smaller objects, after which all four disappeared. Seven Air Force planes were subsequently seen in the area, leading Mrs. Chorney to believe they were searching for something.

Russian Cosmonaut Rumors Rumors persist that Russia has lost many cosmonauts in outer space, despite official denials. An Italian ham radio operator, Giovanni Judica-Cordiglia, claims to have picked up messages from nine spacemen who never returned. A total of 14 people, including one woman, are reportedly lost.

Plant and Animal Survival Research Experimenters at the Union Carbide Research Institute, funded by NASA, have proven that many of Earth's plants and animals can survive under conditions similar to those on Mars, including freezing temperatures and lack of oxygen.

Staunton, Virginia Hoax A story about seven teenagers who claimed to have seen a little man from outer space near Staunton, Va., and taken a photograph, has been admitted as a hoax by a local man named Donald Cash.

New Jersey Physical Evidence Regarding "physical evidence" found on a New Jersey highway last November, over a dozen subscribers were offered samples for analysis. A Chicago researcher, Paul Hammer, sent a sample to the U.S. Air Force, which identified the material as ordinary glass fibers.

"The Anatomy of a Phenomenon" A new book by French astronomer-mathematician Jacques Vallee, a consultant to NASA, proposes a long-range scientific study of UFOs. His proposal has reportedly interested Dr. J. Allen Hyneck and former astronaut John H. Glenn, Jr.

"The Quest" Another book mentioned is "The Quest" by Tom Allen, concerning extraterrestrial life.

CTA-102 Radio Signals On April 12th, a dispatch from Moscow stated that Russian astronomers discovered star CTA-102 sending "intelligently directed" radio signals in a regular pattern. American astronomers were skeptical, as CTA-102 is a known source of radio signals catalogued in 1960.

"Phenomena Seven Point Seven" A documentary UFO film has been produced by Empire Studios of Hollywood, with its world premiere in Socorro, New Mexico, the site of Lonnie Zamorra's famous sighting in April 1964.

William Blackburn Incident An industrial worker, William Blackburn, an employee of General Electric Company, allegedly saw three 37-inch-high beings emerge from a landed UFO on January 19th and was allegedly "hushed up" by the U.S. Government.

Lectures and Meetings

Gordon Evans Lecture In March, Gordon Evans was scheduled to lecture on "The Role of the Central Intelligence Agency in Flying Saucer Research." He arrived early but disappeared minutes before the lecture, later explaining he was called away. His lecture was general, and his answers evasive, leading to suspicion he was "silenced."

John J. Robinson Speech In April, John J. Robinson delivered an informative speech on "little men."

May Lecture with Rabbi ibn Aharon and James Randi The May lecture was held on a Sunday night. Riley Crabb of Borderland Sciences Research Associates (BSRA) declined an invitation to speak. The group scheduled Rabbi ibn Aharon, an expert on BSRA's 4-D Theory, and James Randi, a "mystery celebrity." The meeting was successful, with an overflow crowd hearing Rabbi ibn Aharon discuss the decline of BSRA under Riley Crabb's leadership. James Randi provided a geometrical explanation of the 4-D Theory.

Upcoming Lecture Ivan Sanderson was expected for a lecture on Friday, June 18th, at the Hotel Woodstock in New York City.

Saucer Landing in Massachusetts (?)

Four teenagers leaving a drive-in theatre in Lawrence, Mass., on May 14th, reported seeing a large UFO. They consulted Rev. Guy J. Cyr, a saucer researcher, who recommended they go to the Mt. Vernon ballfield for another sighting. There, the teenagers saw the UFO again, heard weird noises, and smelled sulphur. The next day, they found a "round circle" with scorched grass on the outside and bushes pushed down inside.

Cover Images and Captions

The page features six photographs. The top left shows individuals excavating a site. The top right shows individuals examining a hole in the ground. The middle left shows two men, one with a camera and tripod, examining something. The middle right shows two men with cameras and tripods. The bottom left shows two individuals with photographic equipment near a structure. The bottom right shows a group of people, including one in traditional attire, with Randi interacting with them. The caption explains that Randi visited a slum to meet a 9-year-old boy he adopted, and that a film about this will be shown on television. It also identifies the individuals in the middle right photo as the Editor (Randi) and Dennis Pryor, on location near Quito. The bottom left photo shows Randi and Yoham lining up shots at a fortress. The bottom right photo shows Randi with the "Colorado Indians," described as a primitive tribe in Ecuador's highlands.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently reports on UFO sightings and related phenomena, often presenting accounts from various sources, including pilots, researchers, and the public. There is a clear interest in the scientific investigation of UFOs and the possibility of extraterrestrial life, as evidenced by the discussion of Mars and the book reviews. The publication also addresses potential hoaxes and government secrecy surrounding UFOs. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry into these subjects, while also acknowledging skepticism and the need for evidence, as seen in the handling of the Staunton, Virginia hoax and the CTA-102 controversy.