SBI Report - No 04 - Vol 1 No 04

Magazine Overview

Title: THE SBI REPORT
Issue: Vol. 1, No. 4
Date: June 1979
Publisher: Scientific Bureau of Investigation, Inc.
Country: USA
Language: English
Cover Headline: 'WE'RE LAST... BUT COMING UP FAST.'

This issue of The SBI Report, a monthly publication by the Scientific Bureau of Investigation, Inc., focuses heavily on a critical examination of prominent figures and organizations within the UFO community, particularly NBC radio producer Lee Speigel and Dr. J. Allen Hynek. The magazine positions itself as a source for seeking and telling the truth about UFO phenomena.

Articles and Features

Straight Talk by Pete Mazzola

This editorial piece by Pete Mazzola, the editor, is dedicated to setting the record straight regarding UFO discussions, specifically targeting Lee Speigel's role as a producer for potential United Nations/UFO discussions. Mazzola criticizes Speigel, dubbed "The Alien," for his perceived self-acclaimed status and lucrative salary from NBC for his "The UFO Report" program. The SBI dismisses Speigel's program as "BALONEY!!!" and vows to expose the "tricks of the trade" behind his "super-stardom."

The article traces Speigel's rise, linking it to Dr. J. Allen Hynek, whom Mazzola controversially labels the "Benedict Arnold of the U.S. Air Force." Hynek, after a long consultancy with Project Blue Book and alleged CIA involvement, is said to have converted his opinions on UFOs and subsequently organized CUFOS. The SBI alleges that information gathered by CUFOS is routed back to the CIA.

A specific abduction case involving a 13-year-old boy from New Jersey is detailed, where Hynek requested an investigator. Subsequently, Hynek and Speigel collaborated, appearing together on TV shows to promote the boy's story and gather more cases for Hynek's Center. The SBI questions Hynek's claim that Speigel is a Field Investigator within CUFOS, stating Hynek has no such investigators.

The 1978 UN/UFO Discussions

Mazzola further scrutinizes Speigel's role as a producer for the 1978 UN/UFO discussions, orchestrated by Hynek. The SBI claims this collaboration boosted Speigel's status and achieved Hynek's goal of disrupting the debates. The article asserts that Speigel did not invest his own money, with Hynek supplying film footage and other materials from England and Japan. The SBI criticizes the quality of the films and slides presented, deeming them inconclusive. They also point out that Hynek, who previously dismissed UFO sightings as "swamp gas" during his Blue Book days, now claims these photos are genuine.

The SBI's own presentation is contrasted as more informative and conclusive. The 1978 UN/UFO discussions, involving Grenada's Prime Minister Sir Eric Gairy, are described as a "joke" and "GARBAGE" due to a lack of serious data and a focus on irrelevant topics.

Speigel's Radio Program and UFO Review

The article then analyzes Speigel's radio program, sponsored by OMNI magazine (publisher of Penthouse). The SBI suggests Penthouse should stick to its original content rather than discussing UFOs. They note that OMNI pays NBC for commercials, which in turn pays Speigel's salary, implying he is "overpaid." Speigel is provided a free studio and uses tape cassettes for his pre-recorded interviews.

Speigel is also identified as the Chief-of-Field Investigations for "UFO Review," a 20-page newspaper published by Timothy Green Beckley, who earned the nickname "Mr. UFO" in the sixties. The SBI dismisses Beckley as "Mr. Flake" and criticizes "UFO Review" for its extensive advertising and limited content on uninvestigated UFO cases, suggesting it's useful only for pet owners.

UN/UFO Discussions and SBI's Role

The article reveals that Speigel is proclaiming he will produce the 1979 UN/UFO discussions in July. However, the provided UN General Assembly agenda from June 18th to July 1979 shows no such discussions. The SBI states that Maj. Coleman Von Keviczky is secretly meeting with delegates to introduce a proposal for UN/UFO talks in October. The SBI asserts that they, not Speigel, will produce the next presentation to the General Assembly, leveraging their resources, photos, and credible witnesses to convince delegates that UFOs present a threat to the world.

Other Features and Departments

• Articles:
• "STRAIGHT TALK" by Pete Mazzola
• "FIGHTING FOR YOU" by Phyllis Giarnese

• Features:
• "A SPECIAL REPORT" by Jim Fillow
• "CONFIDENTIAL" by Coleman VonKeviczky

• Departments:
• "GRAPEVINE" by Marty Cannon
• "READER FEEDBACK" by Dorothy Soultanokis
• "SPOTLIGHT" by Thomas Herberg

Grapevine

Marty Cannon's "Grapevine" column provides several short news items:

• New York: The SBI is preparing a confidential report for CBS news correspondent Roland Smith concerning UFO presence on the East Coast.
• Wantaque, New Jersey: International Directors Mazzola & Fillow, along with leaders of a group called Vestiga and two SBI witnesses, conducted a stake-out at Wantaque Reservoir on June 22nd to capture UFO photos, which were reportedly successful and are being analyzed.
• New Jersey: SBI International Director Jim Fillow will begin writing "feature articles" for the new magazine "CENTRAL JERSEY," with his first UFO article appearing in September.
• Old Bridge, New Jersey: The SBI thanks Mr. Phillip Fillow for donating a pair of RCA Walkie Talkies for field work.
• East Brunswick, New Jersey: Congratulations are extended to SBI Legal Advisor Edward J. Ramp on his engagement to Yasmine Larson, with a lighthearted remark about nicknames.
• New York City, New York: Pete & Jim are honored by an invitation to the Hayden Planetarium for the 10th Anniversary of the MOON LANDING celebration, sponsored by the American Institute of Aeronautics & Astronautics.

Organizations and Personnel

The magazine lists the staff and board of officers for the Scientific Bureau of Investigation, Inc. Key personnel include Peter Mazzola (International Director, editor), James Fillow (International Director, associate editor), Dr. Marvin Weinstein (Director of Research), Elaine Mazzola (Treasurer), Margaret Fillow (Recording Secretary), and Peter Spangler (Regional Director). Edward J. Ramp serves as Legal Consultant, Dorothy Soultanokis as Office Manager, and Harry Jay as Translator.

The SBI is described as a non-profit, federally recognized scientific and educational tax-exempt organization dedicated to solving the UFO enigma.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The primary theme of this issue is a critical exposé of individuals and organizations perceived to be misrepresenting or exploiting the UFO phenomenon for personal gain or disruption. The editorial stance is one of skepticism towards mainstream media portrayals and established UFO researchers like Speigel and Hynek, while strongly advocating for the SBI's own investigative integrity and the seriousness of the UFO issue. There's a recurring emphasis on the need for factual, conclusive evidence and a distrust of sensationalism and self-promotion within the UFO community. The magazine also highlights its own activities and aspirations to lead future UFO discussions at the United Nations.

This document, titled 'U.S. INTELLIGENCE GLOBAL CONTROL OF U.F.O.S', appears to be a special report or magazine issue focused on the alleged involvement of U.S. intelligence agencies in managing information about Unidentified Flying Objects (UFOs). It is authored by Maj. (Ret) Coleman VonKeviczky, director of I.C.U.F.O.N. The issue date is indicated as February 8, 1966, with a cover headline 'Aid Tells UN: Prepare for Visitors From Outer Space'. The document is marked 'CONFIDENTIAL'.

U.S. Intelligence Global Control of UFOs

The core of the document is a diagram illustrating the purported structure of U.S. intelligence concerning UFOs. It shows the President and the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff at the top, with various departments and agencies branching out. Key entities mentioned include the State Department (Bureau of Intelligence and Research), Defense Department (Assistant Secretary for Intelligence), Justice Department (FBI), National Security Council, CIA (Office of Scientific Intelligence, Directorate of Operations, Directorate of Intelligence), ATIC Air Technical Intelligence Center, and NASA. The diagram highlights 'PROJECT BLUE BOOK' under ATIC, described as a 'Covert Group of selected military experts on UFOs' and an 'Emergency Force: "BLUE BERETS"' for UFO retrieval. It also mentions 'OSI' (Office of Scientific Intelligence) and 'PRO MEETINGS' involving military experts and scientific advisers.

Abbreviations are provided for terms like JANAP (146), CIA, ATIC, and Project Blue Book. The diagram suggests a complex network of intelligence gathering, analysis, and control related to UFOs, involving both military and civilian agencies.

Statements and Testimonies

The document includes several testimonies and official statements regarding UFOs:

• Maj. Coleman VonKeviczky's Proposal to U Thant: A press release from VonKeviczky, a UN public information office technician and UFO researcher, informed UN Secretary General U Thant about his proposal to establish a UN observer network to monitor extraterrestrial UFOs. He stated that UFOs are 'manned by intelligent beings' and that their 'dangerous radiations and frequent landings' pose a threat. He noted that the UN had no UFO information in its files, prompting his 'odd proposal'.
• General Nathaniel F. Twining's Report (1947): An official report from General Twining, Commanding General and Chief of Staff of the US Air Force, stated that the UFO phenomenon is 'real and not visionary or fictious'. He described objects as 'Circular or elliptical in shape, flat on bottom and domed on top' with 'extreme rates of climb, maneuverability' and evasive actions, suggesting they might be controlled.
• President Harry S. Truman's Statement (1950): Truman stated that if flying saucers exist, they are 'not constructed by any power on Earth'.
• CIA Memorandum (declassified 1977): A declassified CIA memorandum from April 20, 1977, indicated that a 'world-wide reporting system has been instituted and major Air Force bases have been ordered to make interceptions of unidentified flying objects.'
• General Benjain Chidlaw's Statement (1953): General Chidlaw, in charge of U.S. Continental Air Defense, mentioned 'stacks of reports about flying saucers' and that they are taken seriously, especially considering the risks involved in interception.
• NASA Correspondence (1978): NASA correspondence with ICUFON stated that 'Reports of unidentified objects entering United States air space are of interest to the military as a regular part of defense surveillance,' but that the Air Force no longer investigates UFO sightings.
• Michael A.G. Michaud's Statement (1978): Michaud, Deputy Director of the U.S. State Department Office of International Security, declared that 'ALIENS FROM OTHER SOLAR SYSTEMS ARE A POTENTIAL THREAT TO US, AND WE ARE A POTENTIAL THREAT TO THEM.' This statement is interpreted as a reason for the arms race and focus on outer space defense against 'galactic Task Forces (UFOs)'.

The Dover Abduction Case

A special report details the 'Dover Abduction', allegedly occurring on September 15, 1978, involving a man named James Herbert (a pseudonym). Herbert claims he was taken aboard a craft about twenty years prior (late 1950s/early 1959) where he encountered other humans and non-Earth beings. He described being shown a screen depicting celestial relationships and a solar system. During this experience, he mentioned 'Jesus Christ', which caused an upset reaction from the aliens. This event reportedly led to nightmares and contributed to the breakdown of his marriage.

Regressive hypnosis conducted by a psychiatrist confirmed the abduction took place in Dover, N.J., around the summer of 1959. During hypnosis, Herbert recalled incidents of an examination on board, which caused him extreme fright. The case is noted for its similarities to the Betty and Barney Hill abduction (1961) and the Andrreason abduction (1967), particularly the shared element of nightmares preceding the reporting of the incident and the presentation of charts related to the universe.

Political and Strategic Implications

The document suggests that the Strategic Arms Limitation Treaty (SALT) was a 'blindfold' to divert public attention from the 'imminent danger stemming from the outer space' and the 'hostile confrontation to the galactic forces'. It posits that nations would not trigger their own destruction, implying that the focus on UFOs is a primary security concern. The document questions why the USA and USSR have hampered the inclusion of the UFO global security problem on the UN agenda since 1966.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The overarching theme is that UFOs are a real phenomenon, potentially involving extraterrestrial visitors, and that U.S. intelligence agencies have been actively involved in controlling and possibly suppressing information about them. The editorial stance appears to support the view that UFOs pose a significant threat and that official explanations from scientists like J. Allen Hynek and Jaques Vallee are deceptive or insufficient compared to military evidence. The document advocates for a serious consideration of UFOs as a matter of national and international security, contrasting the 'scientific' approach with 'military evidences'. The role of the UN is presented as a potential platform for addressing this issue, though its current engagement is questioned.

This issue of the SBI Report, identified as issue number 20, focuses on "Reader Feedback" and related organizational news. The content spans multiple pages, detailing the activities and developments within the Scientific Bureau of Investigation (SBI).

Reader Feedback by Dorothy Soultanokis

Dorothy Soultanokis expresses disappointment over the cessation of the UFO SPACE NEWSCLIPPING JOURNAL, edited by Lindy Whitehurst. This journal was a comprehensive source of UFO reporting from numerous countries. The SBI relied on it for information that its own representatives might have missed. The closure is attributed to high printing production fees. The SBI is exploring arrangements to continue Ms. Whitehurst's work, and she has been offered a consultantship with the SBI in Texas. Soultanokis notes that this summer has been unusually slow for UFO activity, but senses something significant is imminent. As the issue lacks new or exciting UFO-related content, she offers critiques of two new space/UFO-themed movies: "Alien" and "Battlestar Galactica."

Movie Review: Alien

"Alien" is described as a science fiction film about a spaceship landing on another planet and encountering a terrifying passenger. The reviewer notes it is a suspenseful film and praises Sigourney Weaver's performance, suggesting she resembles Jane Fonda.

Movie Review: Battlestar Galactica

"Battlestar Galactica" is presented as a TV-inspired space epic featuring Lorne Greene in command. The cast includes Lew Ayres, Richard Hatch, and Dirk Benedict. The film is noted for its special effects and is expected to appeal to children.

Fighting For You! by Phyllis Giarnese

Phyllis Giarnese reports on the SBI's participation in the Mind, Body, and Spirit Festival at the New York Coliseum from September 26-30, 1979. This festival, imported from England, has been successful for three years and attracted over 80,000 attendees. The festival covers a broad range of "New Age" topics, including alternative systems, sciences, arts, and philosophies. The SBI aims to present an honest view of UFOs, offering their current UFO documents and memberships. Artist and abductee Marc Brinkerhoff will also display his artwork. The SBI is highlighted as the only UFO organization with a booth at the event. The article encourages readers to inform friends and family about the festival, which offers categories such as Sciences, Arts, Crafts, Human Potential, Spiritualism, Technology, Sports, Esotericism, Commerce, Environment, Survival, Healing Arts, Alternative Medicine, Ecology, Nutrition, Organic Gardening, Cooking Demonstrations, and the Dome of Ancient British Mysteries.

Festival Activities and Exhibitors

Ongoing live demonstrations will include traditional and contemporary dance, music, and physical disciplines like yoga and gymnastics. Paranormal specialists, astrologers, and dream analysts will also be present. The festival is described as a great opportunity for enjoyment and knowledge acquisition, especially given the cost of gasoline. Approximately 20% of exhibitors are expected to be European, but the primary focus is on American groups. Marc Brinkerhoff, who attended the previous year in England, described it as an "incredible experience, uplifting, highly educational and entertaining."

A floor plan of the festival is included, detailing booth locations and categories. The SBI booth is situated within the "Sciences" section.

The Spotlight by Thomas Herberg

Thomas Herberg's column discusses the SBI's progress and the "luck and destiny" that contribute to its strength and popularity. The SBI's petition to the White House for the release of all suppressed UFO data is progressing well, with thousands of supporter names collected. Petition forms are now being issued to members to aid the campaign. The report notes that the SBI Report has become more comprehensive, attractive, and legible since its first issue, with an expanded writing staff.

New Consultants and Staff

The SBI has attracted several professional individuals. Luis Molina has joined as a Consultant of Photography, bringing expertise in Urban Planning, Video Productions, Filmmaking, Photography, and research. He has a B.A. in History and a Masters in Regional Planning & Urban Communications from Rutgers University and has held positions such as Assistant to the Dean and Adjunct Professor. William J. Flynn, a New Jersey Police Officer with training in Forensic Hypnosis, has also joined as an Investigator. His skills are deemed essential for dealing with UFO phenomena and establishing witness credibility.

William W. Bundy, Sr., an Investigator from Schenectady, New York, has also been accepted. His background includes being a Counselor/Instructor for the New York State Police Academy and an Associate Professor of Business & Law at Schenectady County Community College. He has been involved in academic policy, criminal justice advisory committees, and is a co-author of a text on the courts and judicial process.

SBI's Growth and Future

Through "luck and destiny," the SBI is building a network of professional investigators across the U.S., including police officers and contacts with major media outlets. The SBI Report is described as one of the world's finest UFO monthly periodicals, unique in its detailed behind-the-scenes stories, abduction cases, and editorial comments. Pete and Jim, leaders of the SBI, believe their organization and report will improve with age, comparing it to a bottle of wine. They are committed to their goals and express confidence that the SBI will become the largest, most professional, and globally recognized UFO organization.

Government Documents

This section provides a list of government documents related to UFOs that can be ordered from the SBI. The documents cover a range of topics and sources, including:

• Iranian A.F. jets encounter UFO (1976)
• USAF Training Manual on reporting UFOs (undated)
• President Carter's UFO report while Governor of Georgia (1973)
• Letter from Col. Senn (AF) to Gen. Crow (NASA) regarding Carter's proposal (1977)
• Soviet Scientific & Military Cooperation with US/UFO Data Collection (1967)
• CIRVIS Report: Communication Instructions for Reporting Vital Intelligence (1967)
• Letter from A.F. Press Desk Chief acknowledging UFOs as interplanetary (1953)
• Joint Chiefs of Staff letter on reporting UFOs (1954)
• USAF Regulation 200-2, Intelligence Reporting System for UFOs (1954)
• Air Material Command letter concerning "flying discs" (1947)
• NASA UFO Information Sheet 78-2 (1978)
• Declassified TOP SECRET memorandum for the President on Los Angeles incident involving UFOs fired upon (1942)
• USAF Press Release on UFO sightings in Viet-Nam (1973)
• NASA Information Sheet 78-1 (1978)
• House of Lords Official debates on UFOs (1979)
• UN/UFO word-for-word transcript of speeches by Stanton Friedman, Dr. J. Allen Hynek, Jacques Vallee, and Sir Eric Gairy (1978)
• Prime Minister Sir Eric Gairy's statement on the Peaceful Uses of Outer Space (1978)
• "The Step-by-Step UFO INVESTIGATING MANUAL" by Pete Mazzola & Jim Fillow (1978)
• "The S.B.I. REPORT" newsletter (back issues)
• "UFO's From A to Z" (cases, AF involvement, researchers, photographs)

Pricing and page counts are provided for each document.

An Exclusive First-Time Offer

A mail-order form is provided for purchasing documents. It offers a "COMBINATION" of any ten (10) documents for $75.00, and all 19 documents plus one SBI Report for $100.00. Postage and handling fees are extra. A free offer of plastic binders is available with the combination order, and a savings of $52.25 is offered for purchasing all documents and receiving a free SBI Report. The form directs readers to tear it out and mail it with remittance to The SBI, Scientific Bureau of Investigation, Inc. in Staten Island, New York.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue include the challenges and importance of UFO reporting and information dissemination, the growth and professionalization of the SBI organization, and the promotion of UFO awareness through various channels like publications, festivals, and government document sales. The editorial stance is one of dedication to uncovering and sharing UFO information, emphasizing the role of "luck and destiny" in the organization's success, and a strong belief in the future prominence of the SBI. There's also a clear effort to engage the readership and encourage their participation in the organization's mission.