Saucer News Non-Scheduled Newsletter - No 19

Magazine Overview

Title: SAUCER NEWS (Combined with THE SAUCERIAN BULLETIN)
Issue: Non-Scheduled Newsletter #19
Date: November 1st, 1963
Publisher: THE SAUCER AND UNEXPLAINED CELESTIAL EVENTS RESEARCH SOCIETY
Location: Official Publication, with addresses in Fort Lee, N.J. and New York, N.Y.
Editor: James W. Moseley

This issue of SAUCER NEWS is a non-scheduled newsletter focusing on an exclusive interview with Howard Menger, a prominent UFO contactee. It also includes brief news items regarding author Long John Nebel and the financial status of NICAP.

Exclusive Interview with Howard Menger

The newsletter addresses recent speculation about Howard Menger's activities, particularly a rumored convention. The editor, James W. Moseley, along with Eugene Steinberg (Advertising Manager of SAUCER NEWS), met with Menger in New York City on October 16th, 1963. Menger had traveled from an undisclosed location in the Pennsylvania mountains specifically for this interview.

Menger revealed he is developing a 4-foot radio-controlled saucer model, which he calls the 'X4'. He claims this model will be powered by a novel principle involving "free electrons under extreme pressure, used together with certain rare metals which have a high valence." He provided a drawing of the complex mechanism.

Before any public convention, Menger plans a private demonstration of the X4 for scientists and a high-ranking military observer, with the editor also invited. A public convention, if it occurs, would follow this demonstration, allowing time for publicity. However, Menger indicated this could not happen before Spring 1964, as the model is not yet operational and he is facing technical challenges and a lack of funds, having ceased his sign-painting business.

Menger stated the purpose of the convention is to prove that "there are people like us on other planets, far more advanced than us, scientifically, spiritually, and biologically." Notably, Menger no longer discusses his space contacts in the same way as in his book "From Outer Space to You," suggesting he feels he was misinformed about the origin of the beings he met.

SAUCER NEWS plans to publish more details of the Menger story in its March 1964 issue, as Menger has pledged to send all new information for public release exclusively to the magazine.

Last-Minute News

This section, presented as a supplement to the December 1963 issue, contains two brief news items:

Long John Nebel's Article in 'Prediction'

Long John Nebel has written a story for the November 1963 issue of 'Prediction,' a new magazine. This article, titled "The Man Who Became Invisible at the New York Paramount," recounts a personal experience and was originally published in Nebel's book, "The Way Out World."

NICAP's Financial Crisis

Major Donald E. Keyhoe's National Investigations Committee on Aerial Phenomena (NICAP) is reportedly facing another severe financial crisis. The organization is about to release a 128-page report titled "The UFO Evidence," which contains previously unpublished material. However, NICAP is refusing new memberships and may fold unless substantial funds are received soon. The SAUCER NEWS editor expresses hope for NICAP's survival, despite past differences with Keyhoe.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The primary theme of this issue is the ongoing investigation into UFO phenomena and the individuals involved, particularly contactees like Howard Menger. The editorial stance appears to be one of cautious reporting, seeking exclusive information, and maintaining a degree of independence from other UFO organizations like NICAP, as evidenced by the mention of "many differences with him" regarding Keyhoe. The magazine aims to provide detailed accounts of UFO-related activities and technological speculation, positioning itself as a key source for new information in the field.