Saucers, Space & Science - No 11

Magazine Overview

Title: SAUCERS, SPACE & SCIENCE
Issue: Number 11
Date: August, 1959
Publisher: Fulcrum Productions
Editor: Gene Duplantier

This issue of "Saucers, Space & Science" presents a collection of articles and reports concerning UFO sightings, space exploration, and related phenomena from around the world.

SAUCER OVER POLAND

The lead story details an incident photographed by Dr. Stanislaw Kowalczewski in Muszyna, Poland, on December 22, 1958. Initially observed as a bright "setting sun" peeking through clouds, the object later appeared as a dark disc with a dome shape. The authenticity of the photograph and the apparatus used has been scientifically examined and confirmed. Dr. Kowalczewski also noted another "supposed star" type appearance later.

FLYING SAUCERS FROM MARS AND VENUS ARE SPYING UPON OUR GLOBE

This section reports on a statement by Dr. Alberto Perego of Milan, Italy, who claimed that beings from Mars and Venus are spying on Earth via flying saucers, with approximately 3000 sightings reported recently, including one above the Vatican on October 28, 1958.

WAS IT A FLYING SAUCER?

An account from Galt, Ontario, Canada, describes a small white dot observed on the night of May 6, 1959. The object, seen by multiple people including reporter Phil Potentier, grew brighter, faded, and moved, even appearing to have a "tail" before disappearing and reappearing east of the city.

ETHIOPIANS SIGHT FLYING SPHERE

Reports from Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, detail the sighting of a strange green sphere that moved with a swaying motion over Yergalem.

ANOTHER SAUCER VISITS KITCHENER

On June 18, 1959, Homer Schaefer of Kitchener, Ontario, Canada, witnessed a UFO drop from the sky, hover, and then appear to land. He regretted not having his camera with him at the time.

MAN FROM SPACE PSYCHIATRIC CASE

Comedian Jonathan Winters was taken into custody in San Francisco on May 14, 1959, after climbing the rigging of a sailing ship and declaring himself "a man from outer space." He was deemed to be in need of further psychiatric care.

NEW GENERATOR USES 2 GASES

General Electric Co. reported on May 29, 1959, the development of a 3-inch disc fuel cell that produces electricity from hydrogen and oxygen, potentially suitable for space vehicles.

KING MYSTERY HOLE CONTINUES GROWING

An unexplained, growing hole on Elver Kvist's farm in King township, Canada, is described. The hole expanded significantly over a few days, reaching 14 feet deep and 12 feet wide at the bottom, with no apparent cause.

MARTIANS ON MOON

An editorial from the Manchester Guardian discusses the possibility of Martians claiming sovereignty over the moon and the potential implications of human space travel to lunar colonies.

METAL OBJECT FALLS FROM EMPTY SKY

On June 20, 1959, an Air Force team in Hamilton, Ohio, USA, collected pieces of an alleged UFO that fell from the sky and shattered on a concrete sidewalk. The object was described as being made of light metal, about the size of a softball.

SAW GREEN MONSTER MALAYA MAN SAYS

Prospector Arthur Potter reported seeing a "green monster" in the waters of Lake Chini in Malaya. Villagers have long claimed to have seen such creatures in the sacred lake.

SEEK PROBE OF SILENCED UFO TALK

This article by John Lester investigates demands for an investigation into the alleged "muzzling" of American Airlines pilot Capt. Peter Killian by the U.S. Air Force after he reported sighting UFOs on February 24, 1959. Groups like CSI and NICAP are pressing for answers regarding the conflicting explanations provided by the Air Force.

OBJECT WITH INTENSE LIGHT SEEN IN SKY

Ralph Damm of Kitchener, Ontario, Canada, reported seeing an orange glow hovering over the city for 15 minutes on April 22, 1959. The object's light was intensely bright, and it flew slowly without noise.

MAN SEES NOT ONE, BUT 2 FLYING SAUCERS

Elmer S. Reist of Indiana reported seeing two "extremely bright lights" flying side-by-side at high speed across the sky on July 1, 1959. The objects were described as aluminum-colored, circular, and soundless.

PLASMA MAY POWER SPACESHIP TO MARS

Republic Aviation Co. is developing an "experimental plasma propulsion system" for interplanetary spaceships, aiming to enable travel to Mars. The system utilizes the "pinch effect" to control superheated, electrified gas.

RUSS SCIENTISTS CLAIM DISCOVERY OF NEW STARS

Russian astronomers, led by Viktor Ambartsumyan, claim to have discovered vast new galaxies where stars are being born, potentially the source of powerful cosmic rays. These "non-stationary or blue" galaxies consist largely of gas.

SPACE EXPLORATIONS

By Ronald W. J. Anstee, this article discusses the limitations of current understanding of space and the significance of the "Pioneer" rocket's return. It highlights differing views on the rocket's trajectory and mentions George Adamski's earlier reports on space conditions and radiation. The article also touches upon the admission of UFO visitors by Brazilian and U.S. authorities and the potential penalties for pilots disclosing such sightings.

MOON FAR FROM COLD. "DEAD"

Scientists now view the moon as a "lively body" with a "crawling skin and seething innards." Dr. Dinsmore Alter points to changes in the crater Linne and photographic evidence of haze, suggesting the moon may have an atmosphere created by gas emissions. Russian astronomer Dr. N.A. Kozyrev reported a "volcanic eruption" from the central peak of Alphonsus, described as a half-hour-long discharge of gas.

SAUCERS, SPACE & SCIENCE -- LATE BULLETIN -- AUGUST ISSUE #11

SUPERSONIC SAUCER MAY BE NEXT PROJECT AT AVRO: Preliminary studies are underway at Avro for a supersonic saucer, potentially for military use as a manned interceptor. The first prototype, "the Avrocar," has not yet been tested publicly.

SCIENTISTS PLANT 'LUNAR GARDENS' -- Seek Vegetables for the Moon: A research program by the Air Force is exploring the feasibility of growing vegetables in pressurized glass jars, with the goal of establishing a base on the moon. Scientists are investigating ideal moon vegetables that are light-seeded, germinate rapidly, and resist cosmic rays.

FLYING 'LIGHTS' SIGHTED -- Five Planes Report High-Speed Objects over Pacific: Pilots of five trans-Pacific airplanes reported seeing a group of "extremely bright lights" flying at high speed over the ocean on July 12, 1959. The objects approached at approximately 21,000 feet altitude before disappearing.

'SAUCERS' ICE FRAGMENTS OF EXPLODED COMETS?

Donald H. Robey, a Convair scientist, suggests that green fireballs and flying saucers might be ice fragments of exploded comets. He theorizes that frozen gases in comets, when bombarded by cosmic rays and entering the atmosphere, can create a vivid green glow.

BRIGHT OBJECT IS SPOTTED OVER NEVADA

A UFO, visible to the naked eye but not radar, streaked across the Nevada skies on Tuesday night, June 17, 1959. This was the third sighting in the Las Vegas area in three weeks.

U.S. FIRMS HUNT DEATH RAY TO REPEL MISSILE ATTACKS

The Defense Department has contracted a dozen firms to develop "death rays" and "anti-gravity machines" as part of a plan to devise "unorthodox" methods for defending against ballistic missile attacks over the next 20 years.

DOes CHRIST SEND OUTER SPACE MESSAGES?

William C. Lamb argues against the claim that Christ is sending messages through UFO contactees and trance mediums. He posits that these messages are from "familiar spirits" and represent a deception, citing biblical examples of false prophets and spirits.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently explores the intersection of space, science fiction, and unexplained phenomena, with a particular focus on UFO sightings and the possibility of extraterrestrial life. The editorial stance appears to be open to investigating and reporting on these phenomena, often presenting witness accounts, scientific theories, and speculative ideas. There is a clear interest in promoting ufology and encouraging readers to consider possibilities beyond conventional scientific understanding. The inclusion of biblical references and discussions on mysticism suggests a broader, sometimes spiritual, interpretation of these events.

Title: SAUCERS, SPACE & SCIENCE
Issue: LATE BULLETIN - AUGUST ISSUE #11
Date: August 1959

This issue of "Saucers, Space & Science" is a late bulletin focusing on UFO phenomena, scientific theories, and technological developments. It includes an offer for readers to purchase photographs of alleged UFO sightings and provides updates on various related topics.

UFO Photo Offer

The magazine presents a "UFO PHOTO OFFER" to its readers, providing an opportunity to acquire new photos for their collections. Four specific photos are listed for sale at 25 cents each, including:

• Photo #1: Polish saucer (referenced from the August '59 issue, Page 1).
• Photo #2: May 6th Galt saucer (referenced from the August '59 issue, Page 2), photographed by Phil Potentier of the Galt Evening Reporter.
• Photo #3: An enlargement of a Polish saucer.
• Photo #4: The first photo taken of a three-toed-print left by a Galt saucer in June 1957, also photographed by Phil Potentier.

All photos are approximately 3½" x 5" and the price includes postage. Readers are instructed to remit by cash or Postal Money Order, with an additional 15 cents required for bank exchange if sending a cheque. A coupon is provided for readers to print their name and address clearly and indicate their photo choices. The offer also includes subscription details for "SAUCERS, SPACE & SCIENCE": 3 issues for $1.00 and 6 issues for $2.00. Correspondence should be mailed to Gene Duplantier at 125 Woodycrest Ave., Toronto 6, Ontario, Canada.

'Saucers Ice Fragments of Exploded Comets?'

This section reports on a theory presented by Donald H. Robey, a Convair scientist, to the American Meteorological Ass'n. Robey suggests that green fireballs and flying saucers might be ice fragments of exploded comets, referred to as "cometoids." He explains that comets are composed of frozen gases like carbon, oxygen, nitrogen, and hydrogen, which can explode in space. When Earth passes through such a cluster, these fragments enter the atmosphere.

Tests conducted by the Bureau of Standards show that frozen nitrogen can emit a vivid green light when bombarded by radiation. Robey theorizes that cosmic rays and other radiation excite the atoms in these cometoids while in space. Upon entering Earth's atmosphere, they warm slightly, causing their excited state energy to produce a green glow. He estimates that within three minutes, these objects slow to about 500 miles per hour, appearing to move deliberately without significant heating because the generated heat is dissipated by the evaporation of their elements into gas. This evaporation process causes each nitrogen atom to emit light. Robey further suggests that the erratic flight paths could be due to gas pressure release from internal bubbles. He posits that similar cometoids, eroded into disc, spherical, or conical shapes by atmospheric entry, could explain other "unidentified flying objects" (UFOs). This report is attributed to the Illinois State Register, June 12, 1959.

Bright Object is Spotted Over Nevada

This news brief, datelined Las Vegas, Nevada, and reported by AP, details a sighting of a UFO on a Tuesday night. The object was visible to the naked eye but not to radar. This was the third such sighting in the Las Vegas area within three weeks. Witnesses included a sheriff's sergeant, control tower crewmen at McCarran Field, and Air Force personnel. The object was seen flashing down toward the desert northwest of Las Vegas at 10:15 p.m. An airman at the Air Force radar installation at Angel's Peak, located 30 miles northwest of Las Vegas, also spotted the object visually, but radar could not track it. The clip is credited to Dorothy Lefler of Cincinnati, Ohio, via the Oklahoma City Times, June 17, 1959.

U.S. Firms Hunt Death Ray to Repel Missile Attacks

This report from Washington, D.C., via UPI and Newsday (May 1, 1959), states that the U.S. Defense Department has engaged a dozen contractors to explore unconventional methods for defending against ballistic missile attacks. The goal is to develop "death rays," anti-gravity machines, and other "bizarre means" to provide the country with a "very high capability" in the anti-missile field over the next 20 years. Roy W. Johnson, director of the department's Advanced Research Projects Agency, confirmed the possibility of devising radiation weapons or directed rays. Scientists also believe it's possible to generate anti-gravity waves similar to electromagnetic waves, though none have been produced or detected yet. The report is credited to Gladys Fusaro of Huntington, L.I.

Supersonic Saucer May Be Next Project at Avro

This article discusses preliminary studies by engineers at Avro regarding a supersonic saucer. It mentions that the first prototype, named "the Avrocar," has not yet been tested. However, a Newsweek report from May 8th indicated that the Army would publicly demonstrate the craft in June, and that the "saucer," first announced in 1955, had already undergone secret testing. The article questions the nature of these prior tests, suggesting they might have been the lights seen over Montreal on February 23 and April 12. A supersonic saucer is deemed applicable only for military purposes as a manned interceptor, and the Canadian Government is reportedly no longer interested in the project. The prototype is being tested within a large wire-mesh cage, and ordinary security clearance is insufficient for access. An "unnatural whine" of its engines, described as a higher pitch than ordinary engines, can be detected by those with trained ears.

Scientists Plant 'Lunar Gardens' -- Seek Vegetables for the Moon

In Farmingdale, N.Y., a group of scientists is cultivating a garden of snap beans, turnips, and carrots in pressurized glass jars as part of a research program by the Air Force. This project, called a "lunar garden," aims to determine the feasibility of establishing a base on the moon. Hyman Stein, manager of space products at Republic Aviation Corporation, stated that growing time for plants on the moon could be reduced to one-quarter of that on Earth. The goal is to develop practical and economic means for providing future space travelers with a "more palatable" menu, moving beyond algae, lichens, and Iceland moss. Stein noted that due to the moon's lack of atmosphere, specialized greenhouses will be necessary. Scientists are simulating pressure altitudes of 8,000, 16,000, and 27,000 feet, observing accelerated plant growth under reduced pressure. He also pointed out that a lunar day is 14 times longer than an Earth day, which could further reduce growing time. Ideal moon vegetables would possess light seeds, rapid germination, and resistance to cosmic rays. Potential crops mentioned include corn, roasted peanuts, soybean sprouts, and lettuce. The information is from the Buffalo Courier-Express, July 14, 1959.

Flying 'Lights Sighted' -- Five Planes Report High-Speed Objects Over Pacific

This report from San Francisco, via UPI and The New York Times (July 12, 1959), details sightings of unidentified flying objects by pilots of five trans-Pacific airplanes. The objects were described as "extremely bright lights, surrounded by small lights," flying at high speed over the ocean early in the day. Captain George Wilson of a Pan American DC-7C clipper, en route from San Francisco to Honolulu, was the first to report the phenomenon. He stated the objects approached at approximately 21,000 feet altitude, closing in rapidly before heading south and disappearing after about ten seconds. The objects passed at 6:02 a.m., when the plane was about 840 miles from Honolulu. Similar reports were received from other planes bound for Honolulu. The report is credited to Dorothy Lefler.

Address Change Notification

The final page serves as a notification from Gene Duplantier, Editor of "Saucers, Space & Science," announcing a new address effective immediately. All future correspondence should be addressed to Gene Duplantier, 125 Woodycrest Avenue, Toronto 6, Ontario, Canada. The previous address at 1157 St. Clair Ave. West is no longer valid, and readers are asked to update their mailing lists.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue revolve around the exploration of unexplained aerial phenomena, scientific speculation on their origins (such as cometary fragments), and advancements in aerospace and defense technology. The magazine appears to maintain an open stance towards investigating UFO reports and theories, while also covering scientific research related to space exploration and potential future technologies. The editorial stance is one of information dissemination, presenting various reports, theories, and news items related to the field of ufology and space science.