Saucer Smear - Vol 27 No 11 INCOMPLETE - 1980

Magazine Overview

Title: SAUCER CHEER
Issue Date: December 5th, 1980
Volume: 27, No. 11
Publisher: SAUCER AND UNEXPLAINED CELESTIAL EVENTS RESEARCH SOCIETY
Editor: James W. Moseley

This issue of "Saucer Cheer" is a non-scheduled newsletter that begins with a strong, confrontational cover headline featuring quotes from John Keel and Willard McIntyre, setting a tone of debate within the ufology community. The newsletter is published by the SAUCER AND UNEXPLAINED CELESTIAL EVENTS RESEARCH SOCIETY and mailed from Fort Lee, N.J.

"Dreaded X" Notification

The newsletter informs subscribers that an "X" appearing on their envelope signifies that this will be their last issue unless they renew shortly. This is referred to as the "last issue unless we hear from you shortly" or the "next purge."

News Briefies

This section provides a collection of short news items:

• Holiday Greeting: A general "Cool Yule" greeting is extended.
• Quote of the Month: A TV newscaster is quoted describing intertwined Saturn's rings, suggesting "forces not as yet detected are acting in ways not yet understood."
• SBI Relations: The newsletter reports a hatchet buried with the Scientific Bureau of Investigation (SBI), whose co-directors attended a UFO party, and an agreement was made not to attack each other in print.
• Harry Hoffman: Harry Hoffman, leader of the "Interplanetary Embassy" in Queens, N.Y., is reported to have "flipped out" permanently, and the Embassy is presumably closed.
• Candy Jones: Radio personality Candy Jones of WMCA is recovering from a broken hip.

Tid-Bits of Trash (New Feature)

This new section compiles various pieces of information:

• APRO Convention: The 1981 APRO convention is scheduled for Cleveland, Ohio, on June 12th-14th.
• MUFON Bash: The 1981 MUFON convention will be held in Cambridge, Mass., on July 24th-26th, with non-subscriber Joan Thompson playing a leading role.
• NUFOC: The 1981 National UFO Conference (NUFOC) will take place in De Pere, Wisconsin, on June 26th-27th. Further details can be obtained by writing to Ron Spanbauer.
• Psychic Fair: The editor and followers attended a "psychic fair" in Eatontown, N.J., near James Randi's hometown. They observed a performance by Uri Geller, who demonstrated mind-reading, spoon-bending, and fixing broken watches. The editor notes that it was difficult to determine the extent of real ESP versus stage magic.
• Spoon Bending: After the psychic fair, the editor playfully bent a spoon under the table, convincing attendees he had Geller-like powers, illustrating the "will to believe."
• James Randi: Randi had stated he would attend Geller's performance but did not show up. He claimed Geller had him barred from the lecture hall.

"Saucer Stool" Reprint

An editorial from "Saucer Stool" (April 10, 1980) was reprinted in Ray Palmer's "Search" Magazine's summer issue. The editor expresses pleasure that their work was found interesting but clarifies that they are not actively seeking members or subscribers, maintaining a mailing list of "Truly Deserving non-subscribers."

John Keel's Telephone Troubles

John Keel is experiencing mysterious telephone issues, including a robot message indicating the line was out of order and a recorded message requiring a $100 check for interviews. Keel explained that his phone line was cut, and the fee was to deter excessive calls resulting from his number being published in a disc jockey organization's bulletin.

"Fate" Magazine Articles

Two articles from the October 1980 issue of "Fate" Magazine are discussed:

• "Alias Carlos Allende": This article investigates the controversy surrounding Carlos Allende, who allegedly witnessed the "Philadelphia Experiment" in 1943. The author, Robert Goerman, interviewed Allende's father and presented documents suggesting Allende is an eccentric wanderer who annotated Morris K. Jessup's book "The Case for the UFO" under multiple names and handwritings. The newsletter notes that their own expose of Allende in 1977 shared similar impressions.
• "Solving the Mystery of Nazca": The editor, having personally investigated the Nazca lines in Peru and written an article for "Fate" on the subject, discusses this article. He refutes Eric Von Daniken's "landing field" explanation, stating the lines are visible from the ground and likely had astronomical significance to the primitive people who constructed them around 500 A.D. He concludes this mystery is not related to UFOs.

The New York Times - "Ray-Gunned, So to Speak"

A sidelight of the election is reported: six counties in southern New Jersey voted to secede and form a 51st state. The article from The New York Times (November 21, 1980) does not clarify the issues, but indicates dissatisfaction with the state government. The newsletter notes this has "absolutely nothing" to do with UFOs.

Miscellaneous News Snippets

Several small news items are presented with their sources:

• Martian Money: Gulfport, Miss. (AP) - "Martian Metals" is donating money to the U.S. space program.
• Baseball Talks: Philadelphia Daily News 5/22/80.
• B.C. Forest Industry: The Vancouver Sun 6/23/80.
• Jamaican Officials: Times-Standard (Eureka, Calif.) 5/21/80.
• Cat People: A headline about a "different breed running at large."

Missives from the Masses

This section features letters from readers:

• Gary Underwood (New Mexico): Defends a drawing in a previous issue of "Saucer Beer," stating it added dimension and that the zine is sent only to interested parties, thus not pushing Ufology on the public.
• George Montgomery (Beer): Questions the newsletter's shift from educational to informative content. He recounts a visit with Ed Sanders, who denied being an Evangelist. Montgomery also jokes about the editor asking readers to bring their own bottles to parties.
• Bill Moore: Writes regarding the Meier case and a letter sent to Lee J. Elders. Moore states that no reply has been received from Elders or his associates, granting permission to publish his letter. He notes that Genesis III has refused to present evidence, and their silence speaks volumes.
• Editor's Note on Moore's Letter: The editor explains that Moore's letter is too long to reproduce but highlights its point that Genesis III seems to want to suppress absurd claims made by Meier, such as photographing "the eye of God," traveling to Saturn, and being the 13th disciple of Christ, which make his other claims less believable.
• Bob Schiller ("Raving Robert"): Comments on the newsletter's "Glaring Headlines" dedicated to "Assholes in Ufology," comparing it to Larry Flint and predicting a lawsuit from Oberg.

Letter from Kal K. Korff

Kal K. Korff writes to Jim Moseley (November 20, 1980) to provide "real facts" about alleged "alien photographs" claimed by Bill McIntyre. Korff states:

• The photos, which he has seen as original negatives, show nothing more than Rhesus monkeys.
• The photos are approximately thirty years old and depict monkeys killed in a government-sponsored rocket test flight.
• McIntyre knows the photos are not of aliens but is using them for sensationalized press.
• McIntyre sent the negatives to GSW for computer analysis, which confirmed they were monkeys. Three Zoologists and an associate named Al Reed also reached this conclusion.
• McIntyre allegedly told Spaulding they would tell the press the photos were monkeys, but is now presenting a different story using GSW's analysis.
• Korff questions the authenticity of McIntyre's doctorate, calling it "phony."
• Korff also offers a 100-page expose of the Eduard "Billy" Meier/UFO hoax, including photos and admissions of faked computer analysis, for $7.50 plus postage.

Cartoon

A cartoon depicts ufologists arriving in Toronto, Canada, with the caption "THIS MUST BE THE PLACE" and "HOME FOR UNNERVED UFOLOGISTS." A character named Mr. Grey is expected and told he will have to share a room.

Miscellaneous Headlines

Several unrelated headlines are presented:

• "Keel Is Married"
• "Kicking Baby Considered to Be Healthy"
• "Hunts expose selves in interview" (Gannett Today)
• "Crowds Rushing To See Pope Trample 6 To Death" (Journal Star)
• "Asbestos suit pressed" (The Oregonian)
• "Stop smoking or, if practical, switch to another birth control method."

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The newsletter consistently engages in critical analysis and debunking of UFO claims and personalities, often with a provocative and sometimes confrontational tone. There is a clear skepticism towards sensationalized accounts and a preference for factual investigation, as seen in the critiques of Carlos Allende, Billy Meier, and the debunking of purported alien photographs. The editor, James W. Moseley, maintains a distinct editorial voice, often injecting humor and personal opinions, while also highlighting the ongoing debates and controversies within the ufology community. The publication appears to cater to a dedicated readership interested in a more critical and less credulous approach to UFO phenomena.