Saucers, Space & Science - No 47

Magazine Overview

Title: SAUCERS SPACE & SCIENCE
Issue: no. 47
Volume: 1967
Date: Spring 1967
Publisher: Saucers Space & Science
Country: Canada
Language: English

This issue of Saucers Space & Science, dated Spring 1967, is dedicated to reporting numerous sightings of unidentified flying objects (UFOs) and flying saucers from late 1966 and early 1967 across North America. The cover prominently features the magazine's title, year, issue number, and several photographs of alleged UFOs, alongside contact information for the editor and the Unidentified F. Ying Object Research Society.

Key Articles and Reports

Peoria Incident: Car Controlled by UFO

A 21-year-old Peoria man, Leon P. Gaines, reported that a round blue object in the sky took control of his car, driving him several miles out of his way. He described the object as large and blue, hovering over his car before suddenly taking control of the steering and brakes. His companion, Miss Geneva Robinson, corroborated his description. Officials suggested a weather balloon might have been responsible, but other calls about the object were also received.

Police Witness UFO Over River

Police in Cairo, Illinois, reported seeing a flying saucer for 15 minutes over the Mississippi River between Cairo and Charleston, Missouri. Residents of Poplar Bluff, Missouri, also reported similar sightings. Patrolmen Gene Smith and Carl Jones described the object as having red and white lights that turned greenish when changing altitudes at high speeds.

Detroit Sighting: Another 'Saucer'

Mark Osterman of Detroit reported seeing two light yellow oblong objects in the sky, which appeared to be ringed by halos of light. He captured a color photograph of the phenomenon. The Air Force was investigating a separate report of a UFO over Lake St. Clair near Selfridge Air Force Base. Osterman, a former flight engineer and gunner for the Air Force during the Korean War, stated the objects departed at 'unbelievable speed'.

CPA Jet Crew Reports Saucer Encounter

Five members of a Canadian Pacific Airlines DC-8 crew reported seeing a flying saucer on a recent flight from Lima, Peru, to Mexico City. Captain Robert Millbank described seeing two beams of light that grew larger, shot out sparks, and then appeared to have a string of lights between two white lights. The object leveled off at their left wing-tip, and they could see a shape between the lights that appeared thicker in the middle. It disappeared behind the plane.

Photographic Evidence and Editor's Notes

The issue includes several photographs of alleged UFOs. One photo, taken by Harold Pawluk, shows an object seen from Los Angeles. Brothers Dan and Grant Jaroslaw claim to have photographed a UFO near Selfridge Air Force Base. Joseph Ferriere, editor of Probe Magazine, also sighted two objects and took photos. A photo of Toronto's City Hall includes a 'saucer-shape' in the center, identified as the council chamber.

The Editor's Notes section acknowledges a large influx of news and mail since the last issue, partly due to mentions in other publications. The editor highlights three paintings of spacecraft from Galaxy Research and requests clippings from local newspapers for future issues. A special project is announced, seeking information on monitoring and telemetering discs seen by individuals worldwide.

UFO Seen by Boys in Fort William

Two boys in Fort William reported seeing an unidentified flying object with red and green flashing lights. They described it as the size and brilliance of a 60-watt light bulb, too high for a helicopter. The object moved up and down, circled a cloud, and flashed its lights before fading away.

Frightened Boy Reports Flying Saucer in Bertie

An eight-year-old boy, David Chute, and his mother, Marie, reported seeing a flying saucer in Bertie Township. David described bright lights that hurt his eyes and 'legs' extending from the object. His older brother, Ron, also saw bright lights. The family's account is presented with a sketch by David.

Hamilton Sightings: Multiple Visits

Several residents in the Hamilton area reported sightings of unidentified flying objects over three instances in a week. Clarence Allen and about 30 friends linked by radio network observed a disc-shaped illuminated object hovering over the city. Another resident reported a similar occurrence, seeing a flashing object about 200 yards away.

Mysterious Object Hits Car, Vanishes

In Stratford, an unidentified flying object struck a car on Highway 7, causing $200 damage. Provincial police investigated but found no clue to the object's identity, describing it as 'something solid, maybe metallic'.

Bright Silver Ball and Venus Confusion

Reports of a bright silver ball heading north were received in the Toronto area. The official explanation suggested people might be seeing the planet Venus, which appears low in the southwest sky, or other planets like Mercury or Saturn, whose lights can be distorted by atmospheric conditions.

Lucan Youth Sights UFO

Bruce Currie, a 13-year-old boy interested in astronomy, reported seeing a ghostly blue object with flashing red lights. He ruled out meteors, helicopters, and planes, concluding it was a UFO. His mother, Mrs. Howard Currie, also witnessed the object. They attempted to photograph it, but the film developed blank. Bruce expressed a healthy respect for UFOs, believing they are not earthly.

Large Glowing Object in Western Sky

An unidentified flying object, described as twice as big and brighter than a star, was seen in the western sky near Wiarton. Reports indicated the disk first appeared red, then changed to green and white. It was stationary for about 10 minutes before moving quickly and disappearing. Provincial police and an RCMP officer also reported seeing an 'extra bright star' in the western sky.

Cigar-Shaped Object Seen

An Owen Sound insurance man reported seeing a two-foot long cigar-shaped object pass 100 feet overhead, emitting a mechanical ticking sound.

Saskatchewan Reports

Reports from Saskatchewan include Con Giesbrecht sighting an orange crescent-shaped object that followed his car and then disappeared near Humboldt. Brian Barclay reported an egg-shaped glowing object that changed shape and became round, observed through binoculars.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are the widespread nature of UFO sightings across different regions and the consistent descriptions of objects exhibiting unusual characteristics, such as strange lights, high speeds, and inexplicable maneuvers. The editorial stance, particularly evident in the 'Editor's Notes' and the quote from the 'UFO Believer', suggests a serious approach to these phenomena, encouraging readers to report their experiences and take sightings seriously, countering public skepticism and ridicule. The magazine aims to document these events and foster a community of researchers and believers.

This issue of SS&S, dated Spring 1967, is dedicated to reporting on numerous unidentified flying object (UFO) sightings and related phenomena. The magazine compiles accounts from various locations in Canada and the United States, featuring witness testimonies, official statements, and speculative explanations.

Regina and Saskatoon Reports

The issue begins with a report from Regina, where the Director of the Regina Astronomical Society, John Hodges, described a sighting as a "classic", legitimate U.F.O. report, ruling out it being a meteor or balloon. Further accounts from Regina include a pilot who saw two bright objects travelling at high speed, and a weather observer who spotted similar objects. The Moose Jaw Air Station also received multiple calls about unidentified objects.

Saskatoon reports include Wally Cameron, a sports reporter, who witnessed two bright objects with unusual trails that separated. Mrs. L. Sopher of Montgomery Place described two bright objects with flame-colored spark trails. Mrs. Bea Godfrey also saw three objects or lights near the horizon, with two moving. Mr. and Mrs. W.J. Hughes reported seeing two trails of light with an orange-red glow.

Perdue and Area Sightings

In Perdue, Ken Bunn reported seeing two glowing objects with bright tails, described as different from planes, moving in a SE to NW direction. He noted a whooshing sound and that the objects seemed level with telephone poles. Dale Wilkinson and Ann Forsythe also reported seeing strange objects in Perdue.

Springwater and Muenster Accounts

Garnet Heinbeck reported an object crashing in the Ruthilda-Landis area, breaking into four flaming objects and then smaller parts, falling extremely slowly. Mr. Heinbeck reported this to the R.C.M.P. in Saskatoon, who suggested it might have been a meteorite, but the witnesses were sure it was not.

In Muenster, Mrs. Audrey Moore and companions saw two objects with tails travelling together across the sky, noting they were different from planes and made no sound.

Biggar Investigation

Don Richardson, Jeanette Loeden, and Mary Lou Guenther, members of the Saskatoon UFO Club, visited the Biggar R.C.M.P. to inquire about UFO reports. They learned that a retired magistrate, Jim Sundestrum of Kindersley, had reported a UFO on October 20th. Additionally, a constable from the Rosetown R.C.M.P. reported seeing an object with trails travelling SE to NW.

Calgary Sighting

A report from Calgary details Harry Scott spotting a red object that came toward him, stopped, hovered, ejected flame, and moved away. Albert Bromley corroborated the sighting.

City Youths and 'Flying Saucer' Object

Ed Barker, a 17-year-old, reported seeing an object that looked like a flying saucer with a green light and four long prongs on the bottom, travelling west. He described it as huge and round.

Astronomer's Explanation

Dave Roger, director of the Queen Elizabeth Planetarium, suggested that many recent UFO sightings might be stars or reflected lights, specifically mentioning Betelgeuse. He noted that stars can appear reddish near the horizon. He also speculated that some reports might be light reflections, but stated he is not a complete skeptic about UFOs.

Editorial: UFOs Believed to be From Beyond Earth

An editorial from the Ponoka Herald argues that the only logical explanation for unidentified flying objects is that they are intelligently-controlled devices from outside Earth's atmosphere. It suggests that evidence, such as unusual metal findings and radar traces, indicates systematic study of our world. The editorial dismisses the idea that UFO reports are suppressed due to fear of public panic, as suggested by the U.S. CIA and Air Force, and instead posits that preparation for such possibilities is needed. It also describes reports of humanoid beings seen near UFOs, noting their human-like appearance but with distinct features like slanted blue eyes and large heads.

Calgary Herald Response

A letter to the Calgary Herald responds to the Ponoka Herald editorial, agreeing that many reports contain truth and that the world is being watched. The writer suggests that these "little green men" might be a salvation, rather than a threat.

UFO Convention Announcement

The issue announces the 1967 Congress of Scientific Ufologists to be held in New York City, mentioning a new book by James Moseley.

Mysterious Object in Sky Resembled Falling Meteor

Larry Gilchrist of Calgary reported seeing a brilliant white object with a tail that changed color, which he initially thought was a meteor or satellite part. Officers at the Edmonton International Airport reported receiving about 10 calls about a mysterious object in the sky.

Spruce Grove Woman Sees 'Flying Saucer'

Mrs. Harry McLeod of Spruce Grove believes she spotted a space-like vehicle that was oval-shaped with red "legs" or antennae. She described it as having windows and moving with a jerky motion.

Mystery 'Blinking Lights' Airborne Over Fulton Place

Residents in Southeast Edmonton reported seeing a string of five to eight red blinking lights moving slowly across the sky. Some reported a buzzing noise, while others mentioned no noise.

Mystery Object Reported in Edmonton

Mrs. Anne Donaldson and Mrs. R.L. Frappied reported seeing an object with red and white lights, described as oblong, spinning, and making a noise similar to a fire chief's car. One witness stated it disappeared when an aircraft approached.

What They're Doing and Saying

This section provides brief updates on various figures in the UFO community, including promotions, new book releases, name changes for bookstores, engagements, resignations, expulsions from organizations, and anniversaries of significant sightings.

Book Reviews

The magazine features several book reviews related to UFOs and flying saucers. These include:

• "FLYING SAUCERS THROUGH THE AGES" by Paul Thomas.
• "OTHER WORLDS THAN OURS" by C. Maxwell Cade.
• "PIECES FOR A JIGSAW" by Leonard Cramp.
• "SPACECRAFT FROM BEYOND THE SUN" by Riley Crabb.
• "FLYING SAUCER INTELLIGENCE SPEAK" by Ted Owens.
• "THE GREEN SUNS" by Henry Ward (fiction).
• "UFOS AROUND THE WORLD" (INS softcover edition).
• "INSIDE THE SPACE SHIPS" by George Adamski.
• "INCIDENT AT EXETER" by John Fuller.
• "FLYING SAUCERS, THE STARTLING EVIDENCE OF THE INVASION FROM OUTER SPACE" by Coral Lorenzen.
• A forthcoming book by Capt. Robert Loftin.
• "I WAS ON MARS" by Professor Marisco Genovese.
• A transcribed lecture by Mel Noel.
• "THE HUMANOIDS" edited by Charles Bowen, featuring contributions on UFO occupants.
• "MY VISIT TO VENUS" by T. Lobsang Rampa.
• "FLYING SAUCERS ARE WATCHING YOU" by John C. Sherwood, detailing the Michigan flap.

SS&S 10th Anniversary Special

A special issue celebrating 10 years of flying saucer reporting by the editor of SAUCERS, SPACE & SCIENCE is announced. This issue includes photographs, a space humor section, a directory of UFO organizations, and articles by various contributors.

The Bob Howard Saucer Story

This detailed account by Norman A. Weis describes an encounter Bob Howard had with a gray disc-shaped object. The object was observed to be about 14-16 ft. in diameter and 7 ft. thick, with pipe-like landing gear legs. It emitted a curious sound like locusts or bees and produced significant heat, causing physical discomfort to Bob Howard, including scalp burns and hair loss. The story also mentions the presence of State police and a photographer, and the subsequent denial of seeing the object by the police. The area where the saucer hovered was burned brown.

UFO Over Chicago, Near O'Hare

William S. Gryzik reports on a sighting near O'Hare Airport involving a white, iridescent, sausage-shaped, soundless object with a row of lights. The object was estimated to be about 25 feet long and 12-15 ft. high. Mr. Macari, one of the witnesses, believes these objects are government-tested aircraft.

UFOs 'Return' On Schedule

Residents of southeastern Michigan reported a rash of UFO sightings, including an object with two flashing white lights and a red light in the center. Similar sightings were reported in Ypsilanti.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue revolve around the reporting of numerous UFO sightings across North America, with a strong emphasis on witness testimonies. The magazine appears to lean towards the belief that these phenomena are not easily explained by conventional means, presenting arguments for extraterrestrial origins and intelligent control. While acknowledging scientific explanations like meteors and atmospheric phenomena, the overall stance suggests that a significant, unexplained aspect of these sightings remains. The editorial section explicitly states that "Enough evidence has accumulated to indicate that something is going on for which there is no satisfactory explanation at present," indicating a belief in the reality and significance of UFO phenomena beyond conventional understanding.

Title: SS&S
Issue: Spring 1967
Volume: 33&3
Date: Spring 1967 (Determined as March 1, 1967)
Publisher: H.S. Publications, Inc.
Country: USA
Language: English

This issue of SS&S functions as a newsstand compilation, listing and briefly reviewing numerous articles about UFOs published in various magazines from late 1966 and early 1967. It also includes a detailed report on a specific incident in Canada.

Newsstand Highlights: UFO Articles in Periodicals

The majority of the issue is dedicated to a list of magazine articles, categorized by publication and date, with brief descriptions and prices. These articles cover a wide range of UFO-related topics:

• EPOCA (August 28, September 4, September 11, 1966): Featured articles titled "Rapporto Sui Dischi Volanti," "Dischi Volanti Parlano I Testimoni," and "Dischi Volanti Che Cos Concluseve."
• TIME (November 18, 1966): An article titled "Testament For Believers" (50%).
• NEWSWEEK (November 7, 1966): Covered "Out of This World" (Giant Rock Conv.) (40%).
• FATE (November 1966): Featured "Adventures of a UFO Photograph" (40%), and later in February 1967, "Along the UFO Track" and "Civilization in Outer Space" (50%).
• ARGOSY (December 1966): Published "Flying Saucers, Serious Business" (50%).
• SATURDAY EVENING POST (December 17, 1966): Presented an article "Are Flying Saucers Real" by Allan Hynek.
• SCIENCE DIGEST (December 1966): Discussed "UFOs, What a New Investigation May Reveal" (50%).
• DOMINION (January 1967): Featured "UFOs, Emissaries of Another World" (75¢), located at 205 E. 42nd St., N.Y., N.Y. 10017.
• FLYING SAUCERS / UFO REPORTS: Offered by Dell Publishing Co. Inc., 750 Third Ave., N.Y., N.Y. 10017 (50¢).
• ASTROLOGY GUIDE (January-February 1967): Posed the question "Are Flying Saucers Supernormal?"
• SCIENCE & MECHANICS (February 1967): Reported "More UFO Sightings Revealed" (35¢) and in April 1967, "Do UFOs Come From the Moon?" (35¢).
• CORONET (February 1967): Published "A Look at the People Who See Flying Saucers" (35¢), from H.S. Publications, Inc., 260 Park Ave., N.Y., N.Y. 10010.
• TRUE (February 1967): Explored "UFO Pilots --Are They Really Landing as Witnesses Insist?" (50¢).
• NATIONAL ENQUIRER (February 19, 1967): Issued a "Flying Saucer Warning."
• CANDID PRESS (February 1967): Stated "Flying Saucers Are For Real" (25¢).
• SATURDAY REVIEW (February 4, 1967): Included "A Communication Concerning UFOs" by John Fuller and a reply by J.Lear (-35¢).
• ENGINEERING DIGEST (February 1967): Questioned "UFOS Science or Sorcery."
• SAGA (February 1967): Featured "Flying Saucer Kidnapping Raids" by J.Keel (50¢).
• LOOK (March 1967): Published "Why the Pentagon was Forced to Call for Scientific Help" by Warren Rogers (50¢).
• PLANETE #29: Contained "Secret World Society" by Aime Michel, located at 42 rue de Berri, Paris, France.
• SIR (March 1967): Presented "Chased by a Flying Saucer" (60¢), and again in April 1967 with "The Truth About Flying Saucers" (60¢).
• MAN TO MAN (March 1967): Showcased "The Michigan Sightings" (60¢) from Picture Magazines, Inc., 21W26th St., N.Y.
• CAVALIER (March 1967): Explored "What the Flying Saucer Cult Really Means."
• SCIENCE & MECHANICS (March 1967): Began a series on "UFO Hoaxes x hallucinations" Pt.I and "Phenomenon at Uralsk."
• POPULAR SCIENCE (March 1967): Offered "UFOs, the Sense and the Nonsense" by Philip Wylie (35¢).
• MACLEAN'S (March 1967): Reported on "The Town that Believes in Flying Saucers" (25¢).
• MONSIEUR (April 1967): Claimed "The UFOs Have Taken Over the Earth" (60¢).
• LOOK (Special Issue, $1.00): Featured "First Authentic UFO Saucer Photo."
• REAL (April 1967): Presented "First Authentic UFO Saucer Photo" (50¢).

The Hollyburn Affair

This section details an incident reported by V.L. Stanley-Jones, occurring about 6 miles northwest of Duncan, British Columbia, Canada. On the night of February 23, 1967, Gerald F. Dochteman and his family, along with ham radio operator VE7AKG, heard a beeping sound. The sound, described as a regular pattern of clicks or switching noises, continued throughout the night and into the next day, moving away into the bush. The police were called. The sound was only heard after dark and was loud enough to be heard even through closed windows. Dochteman and his sons reported receiving a signal on their shortwave set, picked up on the 30-meter band, suggesting it was a carrier wave. The noise had ceased by the time everyone returned from the bush. The report notes that the boys, being radio-oriented, suggested the beeper might be a probe powered by sunlight cells, programmed to shut off during the day. The sound was estimated to emanate from 20 to 40 feet above the ground.

A similar noise was heard on Ricard's Trail on Wednesday evening, February 16th. The report also mentions that on February 15th, a strange object was seen over Maple Bay, heading towards Saltspring Island, which reportedly generated 1400 calls to a Los Angeles radio station within an hour, indicating widespread excitement.

Correspondence

The issue includes correspondence from Gene Duplantier in Willowdale, Ontario, Canada, and Rick Reynolds in Peoria, Illinois, USA. The printed matter section also indicates "Return Postage Guaranteed."

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring theme is the widespread media coverage of UFO phenomena in early 1967, suggesting a significant public and journalistic interest in the subject. The editorial stance appears to be one of documenting and reporting on these various accounts and investigations, presenting a broad overview of the UFO topic as it was being discussed in popular magazines. The inclusion of "The Hollyburn Affair" suggests an interest in specific, detailed eyewitness accounts and potential scientific explanations or theories. The publication itself, SS&S, seems to be a source for enthusiasts to track UFO-related content across different media.