SBEDV - No 104-111 - 1975-1976

Magazine Overview

This issue of the BOLETIM SBEDV (Bulletin of the Brazilian Society for the Study of Flying Saucers) is dated Maio-75/Agosto-76 (May-August 1975) and was published in July 1976. The bulletin, with ISSN 0037-8666, is published by the SOCIEDADE BRASILEIRA DE ESTUDOS SOBRE DISCOS VOADORES and originates from Brazil. The cover prominently features a drawing of a man, identified as witness Luiz Gonçalves, explaining a UFO episode, with a smaller inset image of a UFO.

Key Articles and Content

Constitution of the Directorate (Pages 5-7)

This section lists the Directorate for the 1975/76 biennium, including Dr. Walter Kari Bühler as President, Sr. Orlando Teixeira Fernandes as Vice President, and Dr. Guilherme Pereira as Secretary. It also notes the passing of Vice President Sr. Orlando Teixeira Fernandes, acknowledging his significant contributions to SBEDV.

Conversation with the Reader (Pages 5-9)

This section features correspondence and discussions on various UFO-related topics. It announces the founding of new ufological associations in Brazil, such as the "Seção Ufológica da 'Fraternidade de Ciência Real'", the "Comissão de Estudos da Vida Extraterrestre Terra", and the "Seção Ufológica" of COPPEX. The bulletin "Enigma" from Portugal is also mentioned.

SBEDV clarifies its stance on parapsychology, stating that it only studies these phenomena when they are accompanied by concrete UFO events, while respecting the freedom of scientific development.

Panorama of Yesterday and Today (Page 5)

This piece reflects on the 20th anniversary of an encounter with George Adamski in Palomar Gardens, California, USA. It discusses the predictions made by Adamski regarding the evolution of human-alien relations and the timeframe for broader contact (five to twenty years). The author notes that while ideal conditions haven't been met, there's progress in ecumenical movements and mutual respect among different groups.

News from Sister Societies (Page 5)

This segment highlights the "G-Paz" Ufological Society from Salvador, Bahia, and its study of footprints found in sand, possibly left by a UFO or an extraterrestrial craft. It also mentions a photograph of a supposed ufonaute skeleton published in a German bulletin, but criticizes the lack of details regarding its discovery.

"Ballet" of UFOs in Goiás (Pages 10)

This section details a letter from SBEDV associate Sr. Antônio de Menezes from Goiânia, dated September 19, 1975. He describes an observation on August 4, 1975, of numerous minuscule objects moving in a curved line, forming a "ballet," and a single stationary object with a luminous tail. He likens the sight to a "true invasion of Earth."

Item 1: Constitution of the Directorate (Page 5)

This item details the leadership of SBEDV for the 1975/76 biennium.

Item 2: Conversation with the Reader (Pages 5-9)

This section includes reader correspondence and SBEDV's responses. It addresses the pacifist nature of ufonaute, contrasting it with human belligerence. It also discusses the challenges of accepting new ideas and the potential for political manipulation of UFO information. The SBEDV criticizes the political approach to UFO research, advocating for objectivity and open dissemination of information.

Item 3: A Ufological Congress (Pages 6-7)

This article discusses the "19th International Ufological Congress" held in Curitiba, Paraná, on September 12, 1975. Dr. Josef Allan Hynek, an astrophysicist and former "expert" for the US Air Force, was a prominent figure. The article notes Hynek's assertive stance on the existence of UFOs, which caused a stir in Brazil. However, it also raises concerns about contradictions in his statements and his alleged political affiliations, particularly his involvement with the "UFO-Center" and its ties to government agencies like the CIA and Rand Corporation. The article criticizes the secrecy surrounding projects like "Starlight" and the government's use of disinformation.

Item 4: Relationship Between Ufological Research Methods and Their Results (Pages 8-10)

This section delves into the methodology of ufological research. It discusses the pacifist nature of ufonaute, contrasting their non-interventionist approach with human tendencies towards conflict and exploitation. The authors argue that the current human civilization is comparable to indigenous peoples in relation to extraterrestrials, suggesting a need for mutual understanding. They criticize the political efforts to deny or distort UFO evidence, citing the case of George Adamski and the alleged "character assassination" of researchers.

The article proposes several recommendations for ufological congresses, including better program planning with broad collaboration, open dissemination of news through various media, and a focus on objective research rather than political agendas. It also emphasizes the importance of evaluating witnesses' moral, intellectual, and psychological standing.

Item 5: "Ballet" of Flying Saucers in the Skies of Goiás (Page 10)

This item recounts a personal sighting by Sr. Antônio de Menezes, who observed numerous small objects forming a "ballet" in the sky, along with a stationary object. He describes the event as resembling an "invasion of Earth."

References (Pages 7-8)

A comprehensive list of references is provided, citing various magazines, books, and articles related to ufology, including publications from Brazil, France, and the USA. These references support the claims and discussions presented throughout the bulletin.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue include the nature of UFO phenomena, the role of ufologists and researchers, alleged government secrecy and disinformation campaigns, and the perceived political influence on UFO research. The SBEDV's editorial stance is critical of government interference and secrecy, advocating for objective scientific inquiry and open access to information. They emphasize the importance of distinguishing between genuine UFO phenomena and politically motivated distractions. The society also expresses a cautious optimism about the potential for human-alien contact and stresses the need for a more evolved and less belligerent human society to facilitate such interactions.

This issue of DISCO VOADOR, dated November 25, 1975, features several reports on unidentified flying objects (UFOs) and aerial phenomena. The cover story details an incident where a flying saucer allegedly paralyzed the engine of a truck.

Article 1: Flying Saucer Paralyzes Truck Engine

The main article, published in O Jornal de Santa Catarina on November 25, 1975, narrates the experience of Luiz Gonçalves, a truck driver from Joinville. While driving his Alfa Romeo truck (CM-3219) on the BR-101 highway near the Sinelo restaurant around 10:30 PM on November 20, 1975, Gonçalves observed a blue and red light, about 3 meters high, appearing to come from a powerful spotlight 1 km away. Suddenly, his truck's engine stopped working and would not restart. After a few minutes, the light reappeared, closer this time, almost touching the windshield. Gonçalves then realized it was a luminous globe with a protrusion. He described it as having a clear color with a front protrusion. The object had a visible antenna-like structure on top and the spotlight effect persisted. As soon as the object disappeared, the truck's engine resumed operation. A subsequent inspection of the vehicle revealed damage to the starter motor (magneto) and the electrical installation. The report notes that the article did not clarify whether the truck's headlights remained on and if the engine restarted automatically.

Article 2: Tripulant of UFO Tries Telepathic Conversation

This section, attributed to CIPEX and GENA 2004, discusses research by ufologist Enock Burgos, published in Diário de Pernambuco on October 28, 1971. The article summarizes an interesting case from São Benedito do Sul, Pernambuco, on July 19, 1967. The witness, Maria de Figueiredo, a robust 18-year-old woman, was in her father's cornfield. She felt a strong gust of wind and a slight noise behind her. Turning, she saw a small being, approximately 1 meter tall, about 3 meters away. Behind the being was a long, metallic craft, about 2 meters long and 1 meter high, with a transparent dome. Inside the craft, another individual was visible, only the shoulder and head showing. The craft was inclined and hovering about 1 meter above the ground. The small being examined a corn cob and gestured to Maria, who interpreted it as a question about whether the corn was edible. The being then seemed to communicate with the individual inside the craft before re-entering it. Maria's dog began barking at the craft, which then ascended rapidly. Maria reported that the being had an oval face, a small mustache, sparse hair cut in a circular shape, and wore a belt, a blouse, and a vest. Around its neck was a medallion with indecipherable symbols. She felt unable to scream for her brothers but was aware of everything. Her dog's reaction confirmed her experience.

Article 3: UFO Crew Floats in the Air

This section, also attributed to CIPEX and GENA 2004, details a case from Nova Friburgo, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, reported by colleague Neuza Lira Rosa. The incident occurred in August 1973, around 2 PM, on the 'Fazenda Velha', owned by João Sanglard. The witness is Edmond Cardoso de Oliveira, a 19-year-old farm employee.

Edmond was in the orchard when he noticed a metallic ball, about 2 meters in diameter, hovering near a jaboticaba tree. Initially thinking it was a North American device, he approached. He observed that the object was suspended about 50 cm above the ground, emitting a bright, bluish-aluminum glow. It had a dark green belt in relief around its center. Above this, a cylinder about 4-5 meters high and 50 cm in diameter was topped by a cone-shaped structure with laminated layers, rotating slowly counter-clockwise. Edmond noted that lower branches of a nearby cedar tree were moving, possibly due to the object's influence. He then heard a metallic 'pop' and saw a door open on the object, revealing a being about 1.20 meters tall (though its head was level with Edmond's, who is 1.64 m, due to the being hovering 50 cm off the ground). The being was dressed in black, with gray wrists, hands, and smooth, rounded shoes. It wore a 6 cm wide band around its neck and a mask with eye and mouth openings. Its clothing was covered in semi-spheres of varying sizes, decreasing towards the head and extremities, which seemed elastic. The being approached Edmond, moving in a horizontal semi-circle. When it was about 1 meter away, Edmond fled. He looked back three times and saw the being had stopped, watching him. Upon returning home, Edmond recounted the event to his employer, who confirmed Edmond did not contradict himself when telling the story multiple times. The article also mentions that Radio Friburgo and Revista O Cruzeiro registered the appearance of UFOs in the Campos area around the same time. The report also references a similar case from Kinnula, Finland, where a being slid through the air and caused a burning sensation upon contact.

Article 4: UFO Follows Car in Ceará

This report, based on research by Sócio Edmilson R. do Ó, concerns an incident involving a traditional family traveling in a car on the road between Sucesso and Crateús in Ceará, Brazil. The family, including the father (Sr. João Batista Roque), his wife, four children, and mother-in-law, were traveling at night when the wife noticed a luminous, red-orange sphere about 45 degrees above the horizon. The object approached their car, changing colors from red to yellow, blue, violet, and others. The car was traveling at about 50 km/h. The object maintained a distance of about 200 meters from the road and 50 meters above the ground, accompanying the car for approximately three minutes. Sr. Roque stopped the car, and the object then stopped, hovering above the trees. It was observed to be ovóide in shape, with its larger diameter vertical. The object rotated around its vertical axis and produced a humming sound, described as possibly from electric motors. After about a minute, it moved away rapidly, changing its luminosity and disappearing into the horizon. The object did not interfere with the car's operation. The report notes that the object maintained parallel proximity to a high-voltage power line during part of the encounter. The witnesses were convinced they had witnessed something important.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are UFO sightings, their effects on technology, descriptions of UFOs and their occupants, and the investigation of these phenomena. The magazine appears to present these accounts as credible reports requiring further study, evidenced by the detailed reporting and the inclusion of research references and witness testimonies. The editorial stance is one of serious inquiry into unexplained aerial phenomena.