Saucers, Space & Science - No 64

Magazine Overview

Title: SAUCERS SPACE & SCIENCE
Issue: No. 64
Year: 1972
Publisher: Gene Duplantier
Country: Canada
Price: 75¢

This issue of SAUCERS SPACE & SCIENCE, published quarterly and established in November 1957, is a non-profit publication dedicated to the UFO phenomenon. Edited and published by Gene Duplantier, with Eileen Duplantier as Girl Friday, the magazine features a wide array of content including detailed UFO sighting reports, analysis, and related topics.

Science Must Investigate!

This lead article by Geo. D. Fawcett argues that UFOs represent a serious challenge to science, religion, and society, necessitating a sincere and sober investigation. The author notes that UFO reports include instances of electro-magnetic interference, physiological effects on humans and animals, landing and occupant reports, and radar tracking. Witnesses come from diverse backgrounds, including aerospace engineers, scientists, astronomers, police officers, and government officials. Fawcett criticizes past investigations like the Air Force Project Blue Book and the University of Colorado's study as having only scratched the surface. He calls for a new approach, supported by recent scientific recommendations and polls, to address the UFO enigma, which he predicts will continue with thousands of sightings worldwide, often unreported by major news services.

The article then provides a sampling of UFO incidents from 1971:

• January 3, 1971 - Montesano, Wash.: A motorist's car engine failed when approaching three lights, restarting after the UFOs departed.
• January 18, 1971 - Quincy, Ill.: A woman and her son observed a globe-shaped UFO with 14 boxlike windows emitting a light beam.
• February 18, 1971 - Vader, Wash.: A witness fired shots at an orange, humming UFO that passed close to his home.
• February, 1971 - Sweden: Reports from the Laplanders area described UFOs with four-foot tall occupants aiming a paralyzing light beam.
• February 26, 1971 - Brooksville, Fla.: Two boys reported a UFO with a plexiglass dome and occupants. Approaching it caused a stinging sensation and numbness; the UFO emitted a sound like a swarm of bees and a searchlight beam.
• March 20, 1971 - Mount Airy, N.C.: A businessman and his son reported a UFO with 'windows' that followed their car.
• April 6, 1971 - Greenhill, Australia: A man was 'sucked out' of his house window by an unknown force after seeing a 'small, saucer-shaped-faced man' and a bright red flying object.
• May 16, 1971 - Chesterfield, Ind.: A large UFO caused house lights and telephones to fail, and animals to act in terror, emitting a high-pitched sound.
• June 25, 1971 - Las Vegas, Nev.: A hovering UFO caused a power generator to fail and livestock to become excited. Witnesses reported ear pain, numb heads, and trembling.
• August 11, 1971 - Uberaba, Brazil: A pilot reported an orange UFO, described as a round basin on top of another, following his plane for over 20 minutes.
• October 26, 1971 - Enstone, England: A TV crew filmed an orange UFO that maneuvered unusually.
• November 2, 1971 - Near Delphos, Kansas: A UFO, about eight feet across and 10 feet high, landed, emitting a rumbling sound, leaving broken tree limbs, a fluorescent glow, and a 'brown circle' that dried the ground.
• December 14, 1971 - Lexington Park, Md.: UFOs with flashing lights were seen, and radar at Patuxent Naval Station tracked 'something.' Earlier in 1971, Finland reported radar tracking of UFOs.

Editor's Notes

In the 'Editor's notes,' Gene Duplantier discusses the results of an E. Harris UFO poll, where SAUCERS, SPACE & SCIENCE received 47.5% of the votes, significantly outranking other UFO magazines. He also highlights a proposal by Brian Hay, director of CAPRO, to form a Canadian skywatch patrol called CASP, involving various organizations across Canada to collect and share UFO reports. This initiative aims to centralize information and potentially foster an international program.

The Other World

Gene Duplantier's article, "The other world," explores the connection between UFO fanzines and science fiction (SF) fanzines. He notes that while many ufologists focus on the reality of UFOs, and SF enthusiasts on fictional worlds, both fields deal with similar concepts like space people and alien origins. Duplantier contrasts the often spirit-duplicated or mimeographed UFO fanzines with the professionally printed SF fanzines, which he praises for their quality of material and presentation. He lists several prominent SF fanzines such as WITZEND, FANDOM UNLIMITED, and PHANTASMAGORIA, and mentions popular SF artists and writers interviewed in these publications. The article suggests that many ideas explored in science fiction today may become tomorrow's reality.

Legend of the 'green people'

This section by Barbara Matthews recounts the traditional tale of the 'green people' from East Anglia, England. The story, first written down seven hundred years ago, tells of two green children found in a pit who spoke an unknown language and only ate beans. They were taken to the lord of the manor, where the boy died, but the girl learned English and described her home as a green country where the sun never shines. She recounted how she and her brother followed stray sheep into a cave, which led them to a bright light and eventually out into the open, where the cave entrance vanished. The girl eventually lost her green color and married, but reportedly kept wandering near the wolfpits.

The conclusion to the legend suggests the possibility of 'little green men' living underground or flying saucer occupants from elsewhere. It posits that these beings may be afraid of humans due to our perceived aggression and size. The continuous green light described could be sunlight filtering through water.

Prof. Hynek lectures in Toronto

Henry McKay reports on a lecture given by Professor J. Allen Hynek in Toronto. Despite a commercial air traffic shutdown, Hynek traveled by terrestrial vehicle. The talk, arranged by Dr. A.R.G. Owen and Victor Sims, covered Hynek's interest in UFO reports, his role as a U.S. Government advisor, the current UFO enigma, and the importance of well-researched reports. Highlights included a slide presentation and an outline of his upcoming book, "U.F.O. Experience, A Scientific Enquiry." Hynek also met with the 'New Horizons' UFO Study Group to discuss local incidents and reporting methods, including the potential relationship between lenticular clouds and UFOs.

Message From A UFO

Rey d'Aquila details an encounter by Mrs. Mary Weare in Chalfont St. Peter, England. Mrs. Weare attempted to contact UFOs using Morse code via flashlight. On August 22, 1971, a large UFO appeared, causing a strong vibration and making her compass haywire. The craft hovered, emitting a 'non solid' beam of light onto which symbols appeared. Mrs. Weare copied these symbols, which came in three series. After the UFO disappeared, she contacted the Ministry of Defence, who investigated but found no indication of unauthorized air activity. The symbols were unlike anything known to ufologists.

Saucer Party

Michael G. Mann describes a 'saucer party' held at the Fort Lee home of Jim Moseley, a gathering of UFO investigators. Mann notes that the Ufology scene has become largely social, with most theories and data already explored. He contrasts this with the past, which involved more theorizing and rivalries. The party featured film footage from the 1971 Giant Rock Space Convention, which Mann found less appealing due to the presence of 'hippies and dippies.' He mentions Dominic Luchessi and the editors of CAVEAT EMPTOR, as well as his fiancée Marcia, who witnessed the Palomar sighting. Mann concludes that while Ufology may be dormant, it is not entirely dead.

It's CHUM fun

This section compiles several UFO reports submitted by listeners. The editor, Gene Duplantier, appeared on CHUM radio and CKVR television to discuss UFOs.

• Report 1 (Welland, Ont.): A bright light skimmed down over a high school around 7 p.m. in May 1964.
• Report 2 (Port Colborne, Ont.): In 1957, two round, silvery bright objects were seen streaking across the sky at high speed.
• Report 3 (Niagara Peninsula): Mrs. L. Prohl and her daughter often saw strange things in the sky.
• Report 4 (Penetanguishene, Ont., c. 1950): A UFO shaped like a flying saucer was observed on a clear, starry night.
• Report 5 (Huttonville, Ont., March 1967): A large, shiny, bright ball with a tail was seen, also reported by about 30 others and seen at Campbellville, Ont. The report also mentions a girl in Las Vegas seeing objects land on mountains.
• Report 6 (Sudbury, Ont.): A grandfather saw two luminous objects on a marsh, which disappeared after he yelled at them. His horses were scared.
• Report 7 (Naples, Florida, December 1970): Six bright lights moved together in the sky, observed by a member of the Sky Watchers Society.
• Report 8 (Milton, Ont.): Bright white lights appeared southwest after a red light faded; the object stayed high.
• Report 9 (Strathmore, Alberta): A friend's truck was circled at low altitude by a hovering light, which then sped away into the sky after the truck's motor was started.

Conventions - 1972

This section lists several upcoming UFO-related conventions in 1972:

• Third Annual Midwest UFO Conference: June 17, Holiday Inn, Quincy, Ill., featuring David Saunders and others.
• Congress of Scientific Ufologists: June 23-25, Captain Logan Hotel, Logansport, Ind., sponsored by HESPRS.
• Third Annual UFO Symposium: March 24-26, YWCA Auditorium, Oklahoma City, Okla., sponsored by the International UFO Bureau.
• Third Annual Understanding Convention: June 16-18, International Center of Understanding, Merlin, Oregon.

U.F.O. MANUAL

A brief advertisement for "U.F.O. MANUAL" is included, promising solutions for pollution and information on identifying 'friendly' and 'hostile' craft, along with safety measures. It is available for $1.00 in the U.S.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue revolve around the reporting and investigation of UFO phenomena. The magazine strongly advocates for a serious, scientific approach to understanding UFOs, presenting numerous sighting reports as evidence of a widespread and persistent enigma. There is a clear editorial stance that UFOs are a significant subject worthy of in-depth study, moving beyond mere speculation to factual documentation. The issue also touches upon the intersection of UFOlogy with folklore and science fiction, suggesting that these fields often explore similar concepts. The magazine positions itself as a platform for disseminating such information and fostering a community of interested individuals.

This issue of SS&S (Saucers, Space, and Science) magazine, dated 1972, covers a range of UFO and paranormal phenomena. The cover story highlights the 'Strange Story of Susan X,' detailing her alleged encounters with a mysterious man and alien beings. Another prominent article discusses the 'Brown Mountain Lights' in North Carolina. The magazine also includes personal testimonies of UFO sightings, investigations into alleged paranormal events, and updates on ufological activities and publications.

The Strange Story of Susan "X"

Susan, an RN with a 10-year interest in ufology, recounts several unusual experiences. In 1963, while driving, a man suddenly appeared in front of her car. After being hit, he was unharmed and vanished from the car. Later, she and friends were to be picked up by Tom and Paul, but the men arrived shaken, claiming a mystery man had appeared in their car. This led to an experience where Susan and her friends were taken to an alien planet, described as a black horizon with humanoid figures. The beings, silvery in color, communicated with them, asking about human life, procreation, and death. The mystery man, who was the leader, assured them they would not be harmed. Susan later encountered the mystery man again during a picnic and on a Ferris wheel. The car involved in the initial incident was covered in strange stains and sand. The episode was documented in a diary, though her handwriting was noted as illegible and showing emotional turmoil.

The Brown Mountain Lights Visited Again

By Emmett Kelly, Jr., this article describes the reappearance of the Brown Mountain Lights in North Carolina in April 1967. Visible from Jonas Ridge, the lights were observed by a group including a man and his sons from New York. The mountain is described as bare rock and forest, with no inhabitants. Scientists had previously investigated the lights but found nothing. The author recounts sending an S.O.S. and the letter 'Y' by flashlight, after which the sky lit up with a terrific orange glow, changing to red and then a bright white light. The lights are described as a phenomenon seen since covered wagon days, with clusters of amber and green lights appearing in patterns.

True Experiences by Walter Howard

Walter Howard shares several personal accounts. At 18, while working on the railroad in West Virginia, he and his foreman, Pete Genenetti, encountered three or four lights hovering above the ground. One light was smoky yellow, another bright flame, and a third bluish. Pete, frightened, ran back down the mountain. Howard continued and heard voices, experiencing lights in the air until one light fell to the ground, exploded with a humming sound, and the other lights disappeared. He also recounts a disembodied voice calling his name while walking with friends near Cherry River, W.Va. Another experience involved a dog-like creature with teeth bared that vanished before their eyes, occurring the day before three men were killed in a gunfight at a dance. A neighbor's account describes seeing a 'green dragon with fire coming out of its nose and mouth.' The article also includes a dictated message from 'Osiris' about a 'big beast of Saturn' sometimes seen by motorists.

How Ted Owens Flew on Three Different Occasions!

As told to Otto O. Binder, this section details three instances where Ted Owens claims to have levitated. The first, at age five, involved being drawn up into the air while in his grandmother's yard. The second, as a teenager, occurred when he remained suspended in a swan dive position on a diving board. The third instance happened in 1943 on a Swedish ship, where he lifted and moved through the air towards the railing. Bob Armstrong, a childhood acquaintance, reportedly witnessed and confirmed the second incident. The sailors on the ship during the third incident reportedly forgot the event, except for Bob Armstrong.

UFOs Seen Over Quebec City

This report from a Toronto radio newscast on January 7, 1972, describes sightings of a luminous object hovering over Ste-Foy, a suburb of Quebec City, for two consecutive nights. J.-Rene Guay reported seeing a mysterious object hovering about 50 feet above his car, which then rose to about 150 feet. Another driver spotted a similar object near St-Apollinaire. Georges Gendron, a lawyer, also reported seeing an object on Wednesday night.

What's in a Name? By Dennis Stamey

This article explores the idea that UFO occurrences might be the result of an alien force attempting communication. It suggests that patterns in names, dates, and places might be significant. The author references Dan Butcher's findings in 'Cosmos' about recurring names of alleged spacemen and gods. He also notes John Keel's observation about an 'Alvie Maddox' appearing in relation to the Silver Bridge collapse and later in a UFO sighting in Texas. The article posits that people with the same names seem to appear in unrelated paranormal events. It also mentions Charles Fort's observation of a 'savage pun' in the names of murderers.

Editor's Note

The editor notes two coincidences: the French ufologist 'Jean Plantier' and his own name 'Gene Duplantier,' and receiving a subscription from a woman named 'Monka' on the same day an article about a contactee named 'Monka' was received.

What They're Doing & Saying

This section provides brief updates: Arthur Bray discussed UFOs on WCAU radio; the Montreal Planetarium featured 'Flying Saucers'; a new group, 'Commission d'Ovniologie Internationale,' was formed; Kevin McCray surveyed ufologists; England's 'AWARENESS' magazine advertised SS&S; and Dr. Gary Latham called for continued lunar exploration.

Witnessed Physically Affected (Case 119)

This report details a UFO sighting by Gene Whitlock and his family in Anderson, Indiana, on May 16, 1971. They experienced a complete power failure, heard a high-pitched sound, and saw a slow-moving, wobbling object. The object's proximity caused their farm animals to scream and howl, and Mrs. Whitlock, their 13-year-old son (an epileptic), and Mr. Whitlock felt numb, weak, and trembled. The son had an epileptic seizure. The sound persisted for 20 minutes after the object moved away. A large tree east of the house, which had budded, suddenly died after the sighting. The report notes that attempts to contact local airports and the State Patrol were unsuccessful.

UFO Commentary

This section describes 'UFO Commentary' as a quarterly publication focused on scientific investigation into baffling mysteries, featuring photos, graphs, and charts. It offers subscriptions and sample copies.

Letters to the Editor

Letter from Gilles Cote (Sorel, Quebec): Cote describes an experiment in sending light messages via an automobile headlight with a controlled shutter towards the Big Dipper constellation, calling for 'RAMU.' Less than a minute later, a phenomenon appeared: a strong flashing light that sent short, white-blue bursts. He also saw two orange spheres through a telescope.

Letter from T.A. Topor (Timisoara, Romania): Topor reports UFO sightings in Romania, including descriptions from a ship skipper named N. Stefanescu who observed a white, shiny object that became a disk with yellowish-orange colors, lasting 12 seconds and estimated to be 17 meters in diameter.

Letter from Gene (N/A): Gene discusses Kenneth Larson's paper on the Kenneth Arnold saucer and Mr. Dohmen's research on symbolism and mathematical approaches, referencing a 'g' concept and symmetrical proportions.

UFO Seen by Persons in Peterborough, Ont.

On November 8, 1971, at 6:30 p.m., witnesses in Peterborough, Ontario, saw a bright, moving object in the sky. Described as a structured vehicle about 30 feet wide, moving at approximately 90 mph and 1,200-1,600 feet high, the object had a distinctive lighting pattern: a large, white, bug-eye front light, dark yellow side lights, and a high, narrow red rear light. It was triangular in shape. The object proceeded east and then turned north. A family member driving nearby also witnessed the object. Attempts to contact other observers by phone were unsuccessful.

Apollo Club Active

This section announces meetings of the Apollo Club in the Toronto-Hamilton-Niagara Falls area, discussing Apollo missions, Skylab, and showing films. It also mentions a session on photographing planets and stars.

"AWARENESS" - The Official Magazine of Contact (U.K.)

This is an advertisement for 'AWARENESS,' a leading UFO publication from the United Kingdom, featuring articles on aerial phenomena and ufologists. It also mentions 'THE UFO REGISTER,' a publication offering in-depth coverage of UFO trends and patterns. Subscription details are provided.

Il Giornale Dei Mysteri

An advertisement for an Italian language magazine that combines elements of 'Beyond,' 'Fate,' and 'Search,' offering a special subscription rate for 1972.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently presents accounts of UFO sightings, alien encounters, and unexplained phenomena, often with a focus on personal testimonies and alleged physical effects. There is an underlying theme that these events may be attempts at communication or indicators of a larger, controlled existence. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry into these mysteries, encouraging reader contributions and questions. The publication also promotes other ufological resources and magazines, fostering a sense of community among researchers and enthusiasts.

This issue of 'UFO & SPACE NEWS YOU CAN USE' (Issue No. 64, 1972) is primarily a promotional piece offering various items and publications to readers interested in ufology and space phenomena. The cover boldly advertises 'OUT OF THIS WORLD SPECIAL OFFERS!' and highlights the main compilation, 'UFO & SPACE NEWS YOU CAN USE', described as a jam-packed informative list sourced from over 100 publications.

Special Offers and Publications

The issue details several items available for purchase:

• UFO & SPACE NEWS YOU CAN USE: A compilation of sources for space-oriented magazines, movies, moon & space maps, space posters, UFO photos, pins, amulets, discounts on UFO reading material, and information on trading UFO collections. It is priced at $2.00.
• Flying Saucers - 101 Things You Can Get FREE: A booklet offering 101 sources for free information, details, sample photos, maps, and magazines. This is available for $2.00.
• Flying Saucer TREASURE CHEST: Another booklet, also priced at $2.00, packed with information and claimed to save the buyer many times its purchase price. Both booklets were compiled by Paradice International.
• Flying Saucer Masterpieces: A set of 10 pen and ink sketches by artist Hal Crawford, depicting classical UFO reports. These are printed on 8"x11" white stock and cost $2.25 for the complete set. Scenes include spaceships approaching planets, aliens, astronauts exploring Mars, and saucers rising from water.

An order form is provided on page 1, allowing readers to select and order these items, with a note to add 25¢ for bank service charge on cheques. Orders are to be made payable to Gene Duplantier.

Scientific Report: Cherenkov Radiation and Astronaut Sightings

Page 2 features a 'BRIEF REPORT ON CHERENKOV RADIATION CAUSED BY COSMIC RAYS PASSING THROUGH THE HUMAN EYE'. It discusses the phenomenon of light flashes reported by astronauts on Apollo 11, 12, and 13 missions. The report explains that while nothing can travel faster than light in a vacuum (186,000 miles/second), particles can travel faster than the speed of light in a transparent medium.

Cherenkov radiation, discovered by P.A. Cherenkov in 1934, is emitted when particles exceed the speed of light within a substance. This is observed as a blue glow around nuclear reactors in water. Primary cosmic rays, mostly protons moving near light speed, do not reach Earth's surface intact but produce showers of subnuclear particles. When outside Earth's magnetic field, astronauts are bombarded by cosmic rays.

The report cites a 1970 publication in the British journal NATURE by Drs. Fazio, Jelley, and Charman, who proposed that Cherenkov radiation from cosmic rays passing through the liquid in astronauts' eyeballs is responsible for the observed flashes. Detailed calculations suggest this radiation is detectable, especially with eyes closed, offering a probable explanation for the unusual phenomenon. The source is credited to the GRIFFITH OBSERVER, March 1971.

Advertisement for CAVEAT EMPTOR Magazine

Page 3 contains a full-page advertisement for 'CAVEAT EMPTOR', a new magazine described as dedicated to learning the truth behind mysteries. It poses questions about strange men in dark suits, flying saucers, ghosts, and witches, suggesting these phenomena persist despite orthodox science. CAVEAT EMPTOR aims to explore the unknown and present facts without evading them to appeal to a broad readership or gain advertising revenue. The magazine is published four times a year, with a subscription cost of $2.00 for a full year. It offers a money-back guarantee if the reader is not satisfied. The advertisement includes an order form for subscriptions, with options for 1 year ($2.00) or 2 years ($3.50), and specifies that all checks should be made payable to Eugene Steinberg. The address for CAVEAT EMPTOR is 22 Strode Avenue, Coatesville, Pa. 19320.

Additional Product Advertisements

Page 4 features several advertisements:

• FLYING SAUCERS OVER QUEBEC, CANADA: A paper reporting and evaluating strange aerial phenomena in French Canada, offering authentic pictures and conclusions about extraterrestrial visitations. It is available for $2.00 for 12 issues from COSMOS-EXPRESS, Jonquiere, Quebec, Canada.
• FLYING SAUCER UP-DAY!: A 60-page booklet by Laura Mundo, a researcher and former associate of George Adamski, including photos and her personal sightings. It costs $2.00 and can be ordered from LAURA MUNDO ENTERPRISES, Dearborn Heights, Mich. 48127, U.S.A.
• 'GEOS-10 UFO DETECTOR': A new pocket-size, solid-state UFO detector that reacts electronically to approaching magnetic fields. It costs $10.00 and can be ordered from IMPRESSIONS PLASTIQUES, Switzerland.
• OUTER SPACE MAPS: Available for $1.25, along with UFO books, magazines, and subscriptions to Spacelink. Orders can be sent to Mark R. Herbstritt, St. Mary's, PA 15857, U.S.A.
• FLYING SAUCERS-101 Things You Can Get Free: This directory is also advertised here, with orders to be sent to Paradice International, Tulsa, Okla. 74105.

Contact information for Gene Duplantier in Willowdale, Ontario, Canada, is also provided, likely for orders related to the main offers.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The issue strongly caters to an audience interested in UFOs, space phenomena, and the unexplained. The editorial stance appears to be one of promoting access to information and products related to these topics, offering a variety of reading materials, visual art, and technological gadgets. The inclusion of the Cherenkov radiation report suggests an attempt to blend scientific inquiry with ufological interests, providing a potential rational explanation for some observed phenomena while still engaging with the mystery. The advertisement for CAVEAT EMPTOR reinforces a commitment to exploring controversial or fringe topics and encouraging critical thinking among its readership.