SAUCER NEWS

Magazine Overview

Title: SAUCER NEWS
Issue: Newsletter #2 - Confidential
Date: June 5, 1956
Publisher: SAUCER AND UNEXPLAINED CELESTIAL EVENTS RESEARCH SOCIETY
Editor: James W. Moseley

This newsletter is a confidential publication that is released "only as often as worthwhile material is available." It focuses on UFO-related news, particularly concerning alleged cover-ups and controversial books in the field.

Analysis of Gray Barker's "They Knew Too Much About Flying Saucers"

Editor James W. Moseley begins by addressing Gray Barker's book, "They Knew Too Much About Flying Saucers," calling it the "most controversial saucer book yet written." Moseley states that some of the "hush-ups" described in the book have been "over-dramatized."

He specifically refutes Barker's comments about Elliott Rockmore, former editor of "Flying Saucer Review." Moseley explains that Rockmore's disappearance from the saucer scene was due to a lack of funds and a "psychological deterioration" resulting from talks with a former Army Intelligence officer who was warning him about possible Communist interest in the saucer question. Moseley claims to have "the inside story" from personal conversations with this officer.

Moseley also finds Barker's comments about him to be "largely misleading and, in parts, untrue." He then discusses Barker's account of the alleged "hush-up" of Edgar R. Jerrold, former head of the Australian Flying Saucer Bureau. Citing a letter from a British correspondent, Moseley relays that Fred Stone of the Australian Flying Saucer Research Society was horrified that Barker presented Jerrold's case as another "closing down" incident. In reality, Jerrold had withdrawn due to the work becoming too much and had also "bilked scores of subscribers out of their subscriptions."

However, Moseley concedes that Barker's information on the "Bender Case" (concerning Al Bender of Bridgeport, Conn.) is "very good." Barker also provides an account of the "hush-up" of an individual identified only as "Smallwood," who lives outside the United States. "Smallwood" claims to have found a saucer fragment and to have been visited and threatened. Moseley states he has corresponded extensively with "Smallwood" and believes his story to be true.

New Revelations: Dominick Lucchesi "Hushed Up"

Editor Moseley then reveals information that he believes even Gray Barker may not yet know. He introduces Dominick Lucchesi, described as one of the insiders on the "Bender Case" and one of the two men to whom Barker's book is dedicated. Moseley announces that Lucchesi "HAS ALSO BEEN 'HUSHED UP'!" This incident reportedly occurred in March, when Lucchesi was stopped on his way home from work by two men who presented "authorized credentials" and questioned him for over two hours.

Moseley concludes this section by asserting that despite Barker's book not being entirely accurate, these "hush-ups" are indeed happening, humorously adding, "Perhaps yours truly will be next!"

SAUCER BRIEFS

This section provides several short updates:

• Truman Betherum: Author of "Aboard A Flying Saucer" now claims to have traveled 170,000 miles into outer space in a saucer, though Adamski is still considered to have preceded him in such claims.
• Multiple "Hush-ups": A California man reported being "hushed up" by eleven men, contrasting with the usual two or three involved.
• Williamson vs. Miller Dispute: Further details have emerged regarding a feud between George Williamson (author of several saucer books) and Dick Miller, a California lecturer. The two had a falling out in Prescott, Arizona, during the early days of Williamson's Telonic Research Center. According to information received by Moseley, Miller is alleged to have been involved in "dubious and downright dishonest activities." Williamson reportedly has full details, including names and addresses of witnesses.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The newsletter strongly suggests the existence of organized efforts to suppress information about flying saucers and related phenomena, referred to as "hush-ups." The editor, James W. Moseley, positions himself as an insider with direct knowledge of these events, validating some of Gray Barker's claims while correcting others. The editorial stance is one of skepticism towards sensationalism but firm belief in the reality of UFO cover-ups, with a personal implication that the editor himself might be a future target. The publication aims to disseminate what it considers "worthwhile material" on the subject, indicating a commitment to reporting on UFO incidents and investigations. The tone is informal yet serious, reflecting a dedicated interest group.