Magazine Summary
SAUCER TIT
Summary
This issue of Saucer Tit, dated August 1, 1979, focuses heavily on the intersection of UFO phenomena with sexuality, quoting various ufologists who propose theories linking flying saucers to repressed urges or even extraterrestrial sexual interest. It also addresses the ongoing issue of hoax letters, highlighting the emergence of new anonymous writers and the editor's stance on their authenticity. The publication covers the Sixteenth National UFO Conference held in Cincinnati, noting disappointing attendance but continued ufologist discussions. Additionally, it touches upon organizational shifts within ufology, with some delegates being urged to join MARCEN, and mentions news briefs including the release of a non-subscriber from prison and the discontinuation of research by 'U.F.O. Canada'. The issue also includes letters to the editor from prominent figures like Laura Mundo, Dr. Ernest Taves, Riley Crabb, and Bill Spaulding, with Spaulding making a dramatic confession of GSW's alleged CIA ties.
Magazine Overview
Title: SAUCER TIT
Issue Date: August 1st, 1979
Publisher: Official Publication of the Saucer and Unexplained Celestial Events Research Society
Type: Non-Scheduled Newsletter
This issue of "Saucer Tit" is dedicated to female non-subscribers and highlights the work of Laura Mundo in alerting the world to the danger of accelerating sun spots. The editor, James W. Moseley, presents a collection of quotes from leading ufologists that explore the connection between UFO phenomena and sexuality.
UFOs and Sexuality
The issue features quotes from various ufologists that suggest flying saucers are related to sexual urges or interests. J. Allen Hynek quotes Isakower and comments on Grinspoon's theory that UFO sightings are infantile perceptions of the mother's breast. Ted Peters questions if Unidentified Flying Breasts should travel in pairs. Waveny Girvan discusses the theory that flying saucers are a result of a repressed sex urge. Hewes & Maney speculate that Ufonauts might be interested in sexual interaction with humans due to frustration after long journeys.
National UFO Conference (NUFOC)
The Sixteenth National UFO Conference was held on July 14th near Cincinnati, Ohio, sponsored by OUFOIL. Attendance was disappointing, but ufologists gathered for semi-formal and informal discussions. The editor, James W. Moseley, served as master of ceremonies and proposed New York City for the next year's convention, with Tucson, Arizona, suggested for 1981.
Hoax Letters and Anonymous Writers
The "weird wave of hoax letters" discussed in the previous issue has somewhat calmed down, but two new anonymous writers have emerged. One, calling himself "Damn Concerned," criticizes earlier letter writers for "expousing causes that are pure fantasies." Another, "God Damn Concerned," responded with an angry and insulting letter, deemed a "Sickie" by the editor.
Personalities and Organizations
Dr. Bill McIntyre convinced OUFOIL delegates to join MARCEN, a Maryland-based flying saucer organization. W. Todd Zechel has decided to no longer participate in organized ufology, stating he will conduct research privately. News briefs mention Gilbert Ziemba's release from prison and his formation of a new UFO group, Janice Croy's move, and Howard Gontovnick of "U.F.O. Canada" discontinuing active research due to a perceived lack of serious scientific study in the field.
Letters to the Editor
Laura Mundo criticizes "Saucer Tit" for being "off base" and trying to keep women out of research, referencing Adamski's predictions about conditions on Earth and the role of accelerating sunspot energies. She suggests preparations can be made to minimize the effects of an upcoming peak in January 1980.
Dr. Ernest Taves shares a headline from an in-house news sheet of a governmental agency, hinting at a significant story without revealing its name due to security concerns.
Riley Crabb praises "More Saucer Shit" as a "classic" and commends the editor for keeping UFO researchers informed.
Bill Spaulding makes a dramatic confession, stating that GSW works for the CIA and that he reports to an ex-CIA agent, Art Lundahl. He claims the lawsuit over suppressed UFO documents is a ruse and that GSW is suppressing later materials from the late 1960s and 1970s. He also suggests he is the "bastard child of a CIA operative."
Bob ("Raving Robert") Schiller offers a humorous personal ad for the next issue.
Ron Spanbauer criticizes the "bickering" and "battle of egos" within the publication, urging researchers to focus on the phenomena rather than personal disputes and encouraging more input from female researchers.
Lucius Farish continues his debate with ex-Capt. Oberg, defending Stan Friedman's status as a nuclear physicist and humorously comparing himself to Goebbels, Lenin, and Jane Fonda.
Geneva Steinberg expresses offense at her name missing from a "Saucer Subversives" chart, highlighting her involvement in leftist activities and suggesting a collaboration with the CIA for recognition.
Tom Benson questions an announcement about the Wright Field Story being ghost-written by Gray Barker, with the editor offering no comment due to the effects of martinis.
Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance
The recurring themes in this issue revolve around the intersection of UFOs and sexuality, the prevalence of hoaxes and anonymous communications within the ufology community, and internal disputes among researchers. The editorial stance appears to be one that encourages open discussion, even on controversial topics like the sexual interpretations of UFO sightings, while also acknowledging and sometimes satirizing the more contentious aspects of the field. The editor also seems to engage with and publish a wide range of opinions, including critical letters and dramatic confessions, suggesting a commitment to providing a platform for diverse voices within ufology, albeit with a sometimes irreverent tone.
“Why would the Ufonauts be interested in sexual interaction with man? Maybe they're just frustrated after a long trip, like sailors on their first night in port.....”
Key Incidents
An oval UFO seen coming closer and closer is interpreted as a recall of infantile perception of the mother's breast.
The theory is suggested that flying saucers are the result of a repressed sex urge.
Ufonauts might be interested in sexual interaction with man due to frustration after a long trip.
The Sixteenth National UFO Conference (NUFOC) was held, with disappointing attendance at public sessions but gatherings for discussions among ufologists.
A letter bomb turned out to be an envelope containing two tea bags with wires.
A lawsuit against the CIA over suppressed UFO documents is described as a ruse, with GSW accused of suppressing later materials.
An announcement about the Wright Field Story being ghost-written by Gray Barker is mentioned, with the editor having no comment due to martinis.
A 'Broken Bow alien round-up' reportedly netted 65.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main theme of this issue of Saucer Tit?
This issue primarily explores the connection between UFO phenomena and sexuality, featuring quotes from ufologists who suggest theories linking flying saucers to repressed sexual urges or extraterrestrial interest.
What UFO conference is mentioned in this issue?
The Sixteenth National UFO Conference (NUFOC) was held on Saturday, July 14th, near Cincinnati, Ohio, sponsored by a local research group called OUFOIL.
What is the 'weird wave of hoax letters' discussed?
The 'weird wave of hoax letters' refers to anonymous communications received by ufologists, with the editor distinguishing between those with sensible points and others that are angry, insulting, and libelous, labeling one writer as a 'Sickie'.
What significant claim is made by Bill Spaulding?
Bill Spaulding claims that GSW works directly for the CIA and that he reports to an ex-CIA agent, Art Lundahl, stating that the lawsuit over suppressed UFO documents is a ruse and that GSW is suppressing later materials.
In This Issue
People Mentioned
- LAURA MUNDOnon-subscriber
- TOM LINDnon-subscriber
- J. ALLEN HYNEKufologist
- Dr. Grinspoonufologist
- TED PETERSauthor
- WAVENY GIRVANauthor
- HEWES & MANEYauthor
- James W. MoseleyEditor
- Bill McIntyreOUFOIL delegate
- MARCENorganization head
- Allen Greenfieldorganizer
- Ed Biebelorganizer
- +8 more
Organisations
- SAUCER AND UNEXPLAINED CELESTIAL EVENTS RESEARCH SOCIETY
- AAAS Symposium
- OUFOIL
- MUFON
- MARCEN
- GSW
- CIA
- BSRA
- GSW
- WBAI
- U.F.O. Canada
- MUFON
- Association of Super-Skeptics
Locations
- FORT LEE, N.J., USA
- Cincinnati, Ohio, USA
- New York City, USA
- Tucson, Arizona, USA
- Carbondale, Illinois, USA
- Washington, D.C., USA
- San Francisco, USA
- Southern California, USA
- Los Angeles airport, USA
- Lake Erie, USA
- Skrubal, Wi, USA
- New Jersey, USA
- Oklahoma, USA