Saucers, Space & Science - No 58

Magazine Overview

Title: SAUCERS SPACE & SCIENCE
Issue: No. 58
Year: 1970
Publisher: Gene Duplantier
Country: Canada
Price: 75¢ per copy, $2.50 per year subscription.

This issue of Saucers Space & Science, published quarterly, focuses on UFO reports from late 1969 and early 1970, alongside articles on space exploration, science fiction movies, and astronomical news. The magazine is a non-profit publication for those interested in UFO phenomena.

Outer Space Movies

The article "Outer Space Movies" discusses the growing popularity of science fiction films due to advancements in space exploration, such as the moon landings. It highlights several upcoming and current productions:

• Costigan's Needle: A story involving galactic forces and immortal beings.
• The House That Stood Still: An A.E. van Vogt novel.
• Perry Rhodan: A film coming to North America from Europe.
• Journey to the Far Side of the Sun: Starring Roy Thinnes.
• Voyage to the End of the Universe: By AI-TV.
• MAN IN SPACE: A six-part TV series by Seven Arts TV about America's trip to the Moon.
• Avco-Embassy Pictures:
• No Man's World: About a U.S. moon patrol discovering Russian activity on the Moon.
• The Poseidon Adventure
• Almost Midnight: Based on a novel by Martin Caidin.
• Who Need Space?: A two-part documentary by Warner Bros-7 Arts.
• Apollo 11-Man on the Moon: An 8mm movie in color or black & white by Columbia Pictures.
• Trog: Starring Kim Braden and Peter Bryan (WB-7 Arts).
• Zero Two: About life on the Moon in the year 2021, starring James Olson.
• THX 1138 4EB: To be filmed entirely in San Francisco.
• The Valley Where Time Stood Still: Starring James Franciscus and Rita Golan.
• When the Dinosaurs Roamed the Earth: (WB-7 Arts) starring Victoria Vetri.

The cover photo is identified as a U.S. defense command photo of comet Tago-Sato-Kisaka, first spotted in October 1969 in Japan.

UFO Reports 1969-70

This section details numerous UFO sightings and encounters:

• Ballantrae, Ontario (1964): A Toronto artist reported a seared circle on a farm, approximately 50 feet in diameter, with evidence of vegetation damage around the outer edge. This site has remained barren for five years.
• Melita, Manitoba (Oct. 6, 1969): An RCMP constable reported a bright, redish-yellow light that grew larger as it moved west, eventually disappearing behind a cloud.
• Brandon, Manitoba (Oct. 5, 1969): A teacher and his wife observed a bright white, oval-shaped light that moved rapidly, flashed, and illuminated the sky for two minutes.
• Provost, Alberta (Nov. 4, 1969): A UFO was spotted at an altitude of 500 feet, pulsing with orange light and moving in a westerly direction.
• Ladysmith, B.C. (Nov. 22, 1969): Three lights (white on top, red on bottom) were observed, which then moved in a large circle at high speed. The object was described as moving too fast to be a plane.
• Stratford, Ontario (Nov. 29, 1969): Richard Scott took a Polaroid photo of a red glow moving slowly in an easterly direction.
• Duncan, B.C. (Dec. 9, 1969): A "greyish, saucer-shaped" UFO with a transparent center hovered for about three minutes before ascending rapidly.
• Welland, Ontario (Dec. 5, 1969): A pilot flying towards Toronto reported a single bright white light oscillating up and down over Lake Ontario. It disappeared to the southeast at high speed.
• Vermilion, Alberta (Nov. 27, 1969): A bright white ball with a prominent blue flame-like tail was seen skimming just above treetop level.
• South Edmonton, Alberta (Dec. 12, 1969): A bright white ball of light with a distinct bright tail passed overhead and then disappeared suddenly.
• Nanaimo, B.C. (Jan. 1, 1970): A nurse observed a glowing, circular object about 50 feet in diameter with two human-like occupants hovering near the hospital. The craft was silvery, metallic, and had a "necklace of lights." The occupants were described as having "strikingly good-looking physiques" and wearing tight-fitting uniforms. The craft made no sound.
• Burnaby, B.C. (Jan. 4, 1970): A "golden glob" like molten gold, glowing in the sky, was observed. It was later identified as a burning homemade balloon with candles.

Spacespots

This section provides brief news items related to space and astronomy:

• Canadian scientists discovered X-ray stars sending radio signals.
• Magnetic storms from solar flares are creating spectacular Northern Lights and disrupting radio communications.
• Italian astronomer Prof. Raffaele Bendandi claimed discovery of a new planet between the sun and Mercury.
• Japanese astronomers reported Neptune is 12% greater in diameter than previously estimated and is warmer.
• Astronomer Peter van de Kamp announced that Barnard's star is circled by two planets too cold for life.
• The Orbiting Astronomical Observatory found that the farthest galaxies are 40 billion light years away, a significant increase from previous estimates.
• Pioneer F spacecraft is scheduled for launch to Jupiter in 1972.
• The Soviet Union launched 32 observation satellites.
• Dr. Elbert King's studies of moon samples suggest tektites do not come from the moon.
• Dr. Gary Latham's idea of exploding an atomic bomb on the moon has been reconsidered.
• The Saturn IV-B booster crash on the moon during Apollo 13 is expected to send waves 30 miles down.
• Astronaut Richard F. Gordon, Jr.'s Gemini 11 flight photos revealed dust in the constellation of Orion.
• Russia is planning a 1978 mission to gather scientific information from Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune.
• Echo I fell to a fiery death off the coast of South America on May 23, 1969.
• Australian scientists detected radio signals from objects up to 500 light years away, possibly from another civilization.
• University of California researchers discovered a complex substance (ammonia) in deep space, suggesting the possibility of life.
• An observatory on Malta reported astronomers seeing "ghost" flashes near pulsars.
• A new kind of star cluster may be a missing link in the evolution of the universe.
• University of Arizona scientists identified Saturn's rings as being made of ammonia ice.
• The Earth's yearly orbit is 600 million miles, and the Earth travels at 184 miles per second.

UFO News You Can Use

This section lists various resources and requests for information:

• Tapes for Sale: Tapes on "The Flying Saucer Story," "UFOs and the End of an Age," and "An Earthman Visits a Martian Spaceship" are available.
• Contact Request: Michael Lindner seeks researchers investigating pre-1946 UFO sightings, hostility, angel hair falls, and UFO occupants.
• Pre-Deluge Picture Stones: Stones and photos are available for sale.
• Free Copy: Anomaly Newsletter by John A. Keel is offered.
• Literature: A paperback catalog of occult and UFO literature is available from Flying Saucer News.
• Souvenir Badges: Badges from the First National Space and UFO Convention are for sale.
• UFO Kits: Miniature polarizer and spectroscope available.
• Moon Landing Postage Stamps: A collection of stamps related to the Apollo 1969 mission is offered.
• Newspaper Column: "Exploring the Supernatural" by Timothy Green Beckley is available for local newspapers.
• Basquatch and Bigfoot Fans: A request for reports of these creatures.
• UFO Books for Sale: A list of UFO books, including works by Keyhoe, Adamski, Jessup, and Ruppelt, is available.
• Convention: The Congress of Scientific Ufologists Convention is scheduled for June 26-28, 1970, in Columbus, Ohio.
• Free Sample: E.S.P. sample copy available to SS&S readers.
• Index: An index of UFO-related articles in 1968 FATE magazine is available.
• Fact Sheet: Fact Sheet No. 1 is available from the Public UFO Information Center.
• Fanzine: "Anomaly," a science-fiction fanzine, is available.

Editorials and Stances

• J. Allen Hynek on Scoffers: J. Allen Hynek expresses his continued interest in UFO research despite the Condon Report's conclusions. He criticizes the scientific community for shutting down investigation and discussion.
• Scientists Seek to Keep UFO Records Intact: Dr. Thornton Page expresses concern that the Air Force may be moving Project Bluebook records to Maxwell AFB, with classified records potentially being declassified or burned.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently features reports of UFO sightings from various locations, often with detailed witness accounts and photographic evidence. There is a strong emphasis on documenting these phenomena and encouraging reader participation. The publication also covers related topics such as space exploration, science fiction, and astronomical discoveries, suggesting a broad interest in the unknown and the future of humanity in space. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry into UFO phenomena, encouraging scientific investigation while acknowledging skepticism and the need for reliable data. The inclusion of various associates and representatives from different countries indicates a global reach and interest in the subject matter.

This issue of SS&S (Saucer, Space & Science) magazine, dated 1970, focuses on UFO phenomena with a strong emphasis on reports from Canada. The cover headline highlights "STRANGE PHENOMENON FITS DESCRIPTIONS OF FLYING SAUCERS," setting the tone for the issue's content.

Strange Phenomenon Fits Descriptions of Flying Saucers

The lead article details an experience on the evening of October 11, 1969, involving Donat Francis and Ronald Mullin, employees of Gaspe Copper Mines Ltd. near Murdochville, Quebec. During their graveyard shift, they witnessed a luminous object exhibiting unusual behavior. Francis described a noise similar to an outboard motor, and then saw a bright object heading directly at him. He took cover as the object made turns around the dam area before heading east. A short distance away, it appeared to discharge a long blue flame and sped off. Francis described the object as having a half-moon shape with a blue windshield and propellers in the rear, initially floating before shooting forward like a meteor. Vere Cote, driving nearby, also reported a bright blue flash. Residents of the Gaspe Peninsula have reported similar experiences.

UFO Flying the Jolly Roger

This section reports on an incident near Kazabazua, Quebec, on October 10, 1969. Ivan McConnell spotted an object above his car on Aylwin Road. He described it as approximately 8 feet in diameter, cone-shaped, mostly white, and sporting the "Jolly Roger" symbol, including a skull and crossbones. It was reportedly flying east at a terrific speed and made no sound. The UFO was not seen by anyone else. The article notes that UFOs have been seen landing, pulsating, humming, and buzzing in at least three area towns since July, without displaying hostile tactics.

A Look at Books

This section reviews several books related to UFOs and related topics:

• MEETING ON THE MOON AT THE MARS STRONGHOLD by Riley Crabb: A compilation of lectures on UFO information, covering topics like the MIB, cavern world, and astral realms.
• FLYING SAUCERS OF THE LORD by David F. McConnell: A book that connects the Bible with UFOs, offering interpretations of verses from Genesis to Revelations.
• FLYING SAUCERS OF THE WEST by A.Beare: An Australian book.
• SMITHSONIAN INSTITUTION PHENOMENA ANNUAL: A documented report of over 150 short-lived events during 1969, including volcanic eruptions, land rises, and astrophysical phenomena.
• SURVIVAL IN SPACE by Vladimir Lebedev and Yuri Gagarin: Discusses how Russians view life in space.
• ALIENS IN OUR SKIES by John Fuller.
• UFOS AND THE BERMUDA TRIANGLE: A 32-page publication by Michael Lindner.
• PASSPORT TO MAGONIA by Jacques Vallee: The third book by Vallee.
• THE PRINCE OF ATLANTIS: A novel about life in Atlantis 80,000 years ago, focusing on levitation, music, and color therapy.
• ARE THE INVADERS COMING by Steven Tyler.
• Richard S. Shaver: Information on his research and knowledge of UFOs and "Shaver Mystery" is being published in a series of booklets.
• United Aerial Phenomena Agency: Published "UFO EXISTENCE/THE PROOF" and "THE BEST OF FLYING SAUCER DIGEST".
• STRANGE CREATURES FROM TIME AND SPACE by John A. Keel: An encyclopedia of monsters.
• COSMOS: A photographic edition for December 1969, edited by L.D. Gasteiger.
• SAUCERIAN BOOKS: Will publish works by Truman Bethurum, and new books by Michael X. Also mentions Gray Barker's "THE SILVER BRIDGE".
• SCIENCE AND THE UFO: Available from APRO.

Strange Experience

By Hans Lauritzen, this personal account details his experiences and observations related to UFO contactees. Lauritzen recounts a trip to Africa where he contracted chronic liver hepatitis. In November 1967, he attended the 7th International UFO Congress in Mainz, Germany, where he was told he would be contacted soon. On December 7, 1967, during a UFO observation tour in Copenhagen, he experienced a semi-trance state. He felt guided into the woods, saw two dim yellow globes, and had a telepathic conversation in Danish. He was told to "give and not receive" and to "be alone." After this, he felt a strong power within him and was cured of his hepatitis. He notes that all five friends in his group were prompted to walk alone, and one was blinded by a strange light.

Lauritzen passed a medical examination where doctors noted his liver had returned to normal size. He describes the semi-trance state as being completely conscious but influenced by its effects. He experienced pleasurable feelings and strange movements, followed by intense fear and anxiety, and later sorrow, depression, and desperation. He also experienced intrusive negative thoughts that he was forced to believe. Despite the difficult periods, he expresses gratitude to UFOs for curing his chronic disease.

UFO problem (Concluded)

This concluding section argues that evidence contradicts the claim that UFO technology is not advanced, citing the investment in space exploration by the US and Soviet Union. It mentions increased global UFO flights, test landings in populated areas, traces left by landing devices, and burned earth scars. The article states that thousands of sightings have been registered by various professionals, and the UN has been warned about visits from a highly intelligent extraterrestrial civilization. It calls for the UN to take the lead in establishing a defense system and a method for contacting visitors, warning that "Tomorrow I fear may be too late."

"Outermost" Publication

This section announces "OUTERMOST," described as a "one-time-only" edition by the editor of SS&S. It promises "grooviest, wildest and dreamiest creations of well known ufologists," with many stories being "too hot to handle." It aims to show another side to UFOs, featuring contributors like Otto Binder, Richard Shaver, and Gray Barker. It also includes a worldwide directory of UFO publications and clubs, an art portfolio, and a list of UFO articles in national magazines. The price is $1.50.

Businessman Has Extraordinary Adventure

By Giles Cote, this article recounts an experience of Rodolf Lemieux on August 1, 1968. While driving on the road to New Irin, Lemieux spotted a strange, motionless, enormous object over the trees. He described it as a disc, 250 feet in diameter, banking at a 45-degree angle, with legs about 35 feet long. The spheres at the end of the legs were blue, red, and gold. The disc was between 35 and 40 feet thick. The object received and reflected sunlight. Lemieux approached the object and later tried to get a witness when he heard a car, but the driver did not see it. He watched the object for over ten minutes, noting its size and complete absence of noise. He became frightened and drove home quickly. He mentions having seen similar objects before, which he had dismissed as terrestrial aircraft.

Personality Profile: George D. Fawcett

This profile introduces George D. Fawcett, an active professional Y.M.C.A. Director for eighteen years. He founded organizations to serve as a "sounding board" for UFO experiences, including the New England UFO Study Group (1959), the Pennsylvania and New Jersey Two-State UFO Study Group (1965), and the Florida UFO Study Group (1968). His hometown is Mount Airy, North Carolina. Fawcett is working on a book titled "CHASING THE FLYING SAUCERS" and hopes to establish a SAUCER MUSEUM. He is married with two children and has had his UFO research articles mentioned in the Library of Congress book "UFOs and RELATED SUBJECTS - AN ANNOTATED BIBLIOGRAPHY."

Fleet of Airships Cruised Over Toronto in 1913

This short report describes an observation by occupants of the Knox Building in Toronto around 2 o'clock. They saw what they believed to be a fleet of airships fishing over the lake. Mr. R.A. Adams described them as peculiar cloud formations. The objects passed in three groups of two each, moving from west to east, and then returned west in a more scattered formation, totaling seven or eight. Mr. M.G. McTaggart and Mr. W.J. Duke also confirmed seeing airships.

The Twenty-First Century....

This brief section, attributed to Vladimir Keler and SOVIET UNION, outlines future trends: comfortable towns on sea bottoms, a science center on the moon, synthetic animals, neutrino astronomy, automatic devices for interstellar travel, entering the Earth's center, contact with other civilizations, reaching the sun's surface with super-fire-proof spaceships, gravity control, near-light-speed rockets, and telepathic communication devices.

What They're Doing & Saying

This section provides various news snippets:

• Gray Barker stayed at Jim Moseley's apartment and woke up to see what he thought was a giant figure, which turned out to be a stuffed rabbit.
• Mike Lindner of Flying Saucer News reports that occult books are outselling UFO books.
• Colman VonKeviczky has joined the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics.
• Miss Marianne Francis will lecture in Montreal.
• The Detroit UFO Information and Research Center is folding up.
• Brian Cannon and P.M.H. Edwards met in British Columbia.
• Wehrner von Braun was appointed deputy associate administrator for planning future U.S. space missions.
• Roberto Pinotti had a UFO article published in L'EUROPEO.
• L.D. Gasteiger published a photographic edition of COSMOS.
• Eric Erickson claims to know the inside story on UFOs.
• Saucer Scoop is now defunct.
• Joseph Ferriere hosts a new radio show called "Probing the Unknown."
• A two-day session on UFOs was held by the American Academy of Sciences in Boston.
• Timothy G. Beckley will give lectures.
• Earl Neff will host a weekly segment on a Cleveland TV show.
• Major Keyhoe was a guest on the Allan Douglas show, discussing Project Blue Book.
• "EANDO" Binder is a pen name used by Otto Binder.

The UFO Spotter

This is a description of "The UFO Spotter," a publication containing articles on all aspects of Ufology, including recent sightings, Bigfoot reports, and astronomy facts. It offers photos and illustrations, with subscriptions costing $2.00 per year for four quarterly issues.

A.O.A. International Newsletter

This newsletter provides information about UFOs in Argentina, including sightings and landing reports, written in English and published bi-monthly for $2.00 a year.

"Ciel Insolite"

A printed and illustrated international review published by UGEF, a Union of serious UFO Groups. A specimen costs 5 French francs.

UFOs Eject Fireballs

This article reports on "fireballs" ejected from a UFO over Maple Bay and Crofton, British Columbia, in January 1970. V.L. Stanley-Jones and his wife witnessed a large yellow-orange craft that dropped several "fire balls or sparks" while moving north. They observed the craft for eight minutes. Another couple, Mr. and Mrs. Arthur LeQuesne, also saw a similar bright orange ball maneuvering counter-clockwise. Mrs. Kay Clinehens reported witnessing the bright orange object, and Mrs. Fran Merrill saw a large red or blue light. Stanley-Jones mentions that two years prior, people in the area heard a "beeping" sound, which experts investigated as a possible space probe with mechanical failure.

COS-MOS

This section announces COS-MOS, a new organization for those interested in contact claims and ideas, publishing a bi-monthly illustrated journal. Brian Simmonds is the contact person in London, England.

Quest UFO Report

Quest UFO Report is described as a bi-monthly magazine featuring articles by various writers on topics such as MIB, the hollow Earth, Shaver mystery, and the Bermuda triangle. The subscription is $3.00 per year for six issues.

Announcing the Publication of the New Long Awaited *Shaver Writings*

This announcement promotes Richard S. Shaver's "Elder World in photos and text," presented in unique, informative booklets. The first three titles available are "Mysterious Shaver," "The Finding of Adam," and "Giant Evening Wings." Ordering these booklets costs $2.00.

Magazines on the Newsstands

This section lists several magazines and their relevant UFO articles:

• SAGA (Jan. 1970): "Liquidation of the UFO Investigators" by Otto Binder.
• MAN TO MAN (March, 1970): "Scanning Scandinavia's UFOs" by M.S.Player.
• STAG ANNUAL #7 (1970): "The UFO Link to World Disasters."
• BEYOND (March, 1970): "Expert Reveals How to Photograph UFOs" by John A. Keel and Gene Duplantier.
• SAGA (March, 1970): "Devil's Sea; Flying Saucer Death Trap" by O. Binder.
• MALE (March, 1970): "This American Town is UFO Target Number 1." by John A. Keel and Gene Duplantier.

It also includes a brief anecdote about a spaceship from the Moon landing at the Grand Canyon.

UFO Organization List

This provides a listing for 260 research organizations in the U.S. and Canada, available for $1.50 from Michael Lewis.

Sa ucer Magazine

This describes Saucer Magazine as a monthly publication with an abundance of UFO reports, maintaining an open mind. A sample copy is available for 10¢.

Popular Canadian UFO Book

"SCIENCE, THE PUBLIC AND THE UFO" by Arthur Bray is highly recommended, with paperback costing $3.00 and hardcover $6.00.

Important First Issue of UFO Chronolog

This publication offers information on when and where to observe lunar UFO lights, along with other articles and features. It is available for 35¢ (U.S., Canada, Mexico) or 35¢ (Great Britain) or 40¢ (elsewhere).

Lambert & Slavin

This agency investigates strange happenings, reports, deaths, and disappearances, not little green men from Mars.

For Sale

This section lists UFO photos, slides, books, outer space maps ($1.25), and a 12-power astronomical telescope. Subscriptions to SPACELINK are also available.

Tops Ide

This describes UFO quarterly "Tops Ide," founded by Wilbert B. Smith, now in its 11th year. It details the CONTACT Plan to meet space people and is published by the OTTAWA NEW SCIENCES AND CONTACT (CANADA) GROUP. Annual subscription is $3.00.

Fortean Clippings

This section expresses interest in purchasing reports of Sasquatch, unknown lake animals, giant birds, and "spook" lights, offering to exchange similar material.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue of SS&S are UFO sightings, encounters, and the characteristics of unidentified flying objects. There is a strong focus on reports from Canada, particularly Quebec and British Columbia. The magazine also delves into the potential implications of UFO phenomena, including warnings about extraterrestrial civilizations and the need for planetary defense. The editorial stance appears to be one of open-minded investigation, presenting various accounts and perspectives, including personal experiences and book reviews, while also highlighting organizations and publications dedicated to UFO research. The issue emphasizes the need for further study and preparedness regarding the UFO phenomenon.