SBI Report - No 38

Magazine Overview

Title: THE SBI REPORT
Issue: 38
Date: May-June 1983
Publisher: Scientific Bureau of Investigation, Inc.
Type: Official Publication of Scientific Bureau of Investigation, Inc., A-NON-PROFIT-Scientific and Educational Corporation.

Features and Articles

This issue of THE SBI REPORT, dated May-June 1983, delves into various aspects of ufology, with a strong focus on UFO sightings and investigations in New York State. The cover prominently features Mrs. Elaine Mazzola, wife of editor Pete Mazzola, who reportedly witnessed UFOs with her husband, with details promised on page 8.

UFOs Linked to '77-N.Y. Blackout

In an article titled "Official story can't explain catastrophic power failure," Pete Mazzola explores his theory that UFOs are responsible for some of the country's electrical power failures, specifically referencing the massive New York City blackout on July 13, 1977. He recounts the events of that night, including flickering lights and a subsequent city-wide blackout, and describes observing unusual lightning bolts and a strange red-glowing ball of light ascending from behind a wooded area.

N.Y. State: A Lab for UFO Studies

This article, the fourth in a series, highlights New York State as a prime location for UFO research due to frequent sightings. Pete Mazzola details two specific cases: one involving Richford police chief Homer Combs and Bakersfield barber Joseph Colefice, who reported seeing two UFOs on November 10, 1981, coinciding with a power outage in Richford. Another case involves police officers from Windsor reporting a close encounter with a large, bright object on February 3, 1982.

UFOs Seen Over Rural N.Y. Area

Pete Mazzola continues his series by documenting UFO sightings in upstate New York. He focuses on a case from May 20, 1981, where four witnesses observed a strange, bright white light, described as a domed disc, approaching from the southeast near the Martyr's Shrine in Auriesville. The object reportedly hovered, then moved northwest before vanishing. The article notes that astronomical bodies were not visible in that part of the sky at the time.

Ufologists Own UFO Story (Parts I & II)

These articles, appearing on pages 6 and 8, detail Pete Mazzola's personal experiences and evolving belief in UFOs. He recounts an encounter in 1966 at Bien Hoa, South Vietnam, where he observed an orange-glowing object moving erratically. He also describes a significant New Year's Eve encounter on December 31, 1978, in Staten Island, where he and his wife witnessed multiple formations of glowing objects passing overhead in a y-type formation. He expresses how these experiences, combined with his research and interviews, convinced him of the reality of UFOs.

Two Separate UFO Photos Analyzed

This piece by Colman von Keviczky discusses the analysis of two separate UFO photographs. One photo, taken by Pete Mazzola of his daughter, shows a bright object hovering over a telephone pole, which was not visible to the naked eye at the time. A photo-analyzing facility confirmed the object's density, though its nature remained unexplained.

Amazing Close Encounter in East Germany

Antonio Huneeus contributes an article detailing an "Amazing Close Encounter in East Germany," suggesting a global scope to UFO phenomena.

Departments

The "Departments" section notes that due to the focus on an upcoming symposium, the usual "Director's Message," "UFO Update," and "Letters" are omitted and will return in the next issue. It includes "Symposium Update," "Newsclips," and "Spotlight."

Symposium Update

Dotty Swift provides an update on the upcoming SBI UFO Symposium in Albany, New York, scheduled for August 12-14. She refutes rumors of cancellation and lists the scheduled speakers and their lecture titles, including Arthur Bray, John Keel, Colman von Keviczky, Antonio Huneeus, Dan Lowenski, Dave Waters, and Pete Mazzola himself, who will present on "UFOs Don't Exist!"

Editorial

In his editorial, Pete Mazzola emphasizes the importance of smaller UFO groups and the dedication of ufologists who contribute their time and resources. He shares his realization from giving lectures that minor UFO groups generate significant information and highlights the collaborative spirit among ufologists. He commends the efforts of Gayle McBride in organizing the 1985 MUFON Symposium in North Carolina.

UFOs Plague French Town

This brief report describes villagers in Beurre-sur-Pain, France, being disturbed by the noise of flying objects, which are identified as commercial jets from the nearby Lyons airport. Despite being identified, the noise from these jets causes alarm.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are UFO sightings, their potential connection to unexplained events like power outages, and the personal experiences of individuals, including law enforcement officers and ufologists. The editorial stance, as espoused by Pete Mazzola, is one of active investigation, a belief in the reality of UFOs based on evidence and personal testimony, and a strong emphasis on the importance of ufology as a field of study and the dedication of its practitioners. The magazine promotes the Scientific Bureau of Investigation (SBI) as a key organization for documenting and researching these phenomena, and actively encourages reader participation and support through subscriptions and attendance at events like the upcoming symposium.

Title: SBI REPORT
Issue: May-June 1983
Publisher: SBI
Country: USA
Cover Headline: Widely separate saucer pics analyzed

This issue of the SBI REPORT delves into various UFO phenomena, featuring detailed investigations, witness accounts, and analyses of photographic evidence. It highlights the challenges faced by researchers and the potential for government secrecy.

Article: Widely separate saucer pics analyzed

This article by Colman Vonkeviczky presents two photographs of similar objects taken 21 years apart, one from El Paso, Texas in 1950 (USAF Project Blue Book, case #1060) and another from Sweden in 1971. The 1950 photo, dismissed by some as 'lens flair,' shows two Saturnian-shaped, silvery objects. The 1971 photo, taken by Lars Thorn, depicts a similar craft with a bulging bottom. ICUFON (Intercontinental Galactic Spacecraft-UFO-Research and Analytic Network) analyzed both images and concluded they depicted the same type of craft, refuting claims of hoax or model. The article emphasizes the importance of comparing multiple sightings to understand UFO operations.

Article: Mayor and daughter saw Amazing landed saucer in E. Germany

Authored by Antonio Huneeus, this piece details a Close Encounter of the Third Kind (CE3K) case from East Germany in 1952. Oscar Linke, a former mayor, and his 11-year-old stepdaughter, Gabrielle, escaped to West Berlin and provided a sworn affidavit about their experience. They reported seeing two figures in shimmering metallic suits and a landed object resembling a 'warming pan' with a 'conning tower.' The report was initially sent to ATIC (Air Technical Intelligence Center) by the CIA. The article notes that while the case was considered 'unevaluated,' West Berlin intelligence officers conducted a thorough investigation, likely also probing Linke for information on Soviet affairs due to the Cold War context. The case is presented as one of the more interesting but isolated Air Force 'unidentifieds.'

Article: Green light meant go when bakkie had a brush with a UFO

Written by Sarah Hetherington, this article recounts the experience of Izak Ferreira near Beaufort West, South Africa. While driving, Ferreira saw two parallel greenish lights approaching. As he slowed down, his 'bakkie' (pickup truck) inexplicably accelerated to 160km/h. He managed to regain control after about two kilometers when the lights disappeared. Ferreira believes the lights were not natural phenomena and that the incident was 'can't be rationally explained.' His wife, Alice, vouches for his credibility.

Article: More Americans Recognize E.T. Than VP George Bush

This brief report notes a survey where Americans were more likely to recognize the character E.T. from the movie than Vice President George Bush. Out of 300 people interviewed, 220 recognized E.T., while only 115 recognized Bush.

Article: It happened to me UFO

A personal account from an unnamed individual who was driving a dune buggy and saw a collection of beautiful bright lights descending from the night sky. The music on the radio turned to static and then to a strange language as the lights approached. The narrator fled the scene.

Article: UPSTATE

This section, continued from page 5, discusses UFO reports from upstate New York. Dave Waters' conclusions suggest that a specific sighting was a 'bonafide unknown' after analyzing witness interviews using a Voice Stress Analyzer. The article stresses the need for cooperation among UFO organizations to solve the 35-year mystery of unidentified flying objects and combat government suppression. It highlights New York State as a 'high prone area for UFO activity,' noting two major power blackouts that occurred with UFO observations nearby. The SBI urges readers with UFO information to come forward.

Article: BLACKOUT

This article, continued from page 3, investigates a massive power outage in New York. The author questions Con Edison's explanation of a severe electrical thunderstorm, pointing out that six transformers were struck by strange lightning, and UFOs were observed by residents before the blackout. The author also notes that Con Edison restricted photography of the area and that a New York State trooper described the fire as highly unusual. The article suggests that UFOs might be responsible for the power failure and criticizes the government's handling of such events.

The Spotlight

This section features organizational updates and announcements. It welcomes new members to the SBI (Scientific Bureau of Investigation), including field investigators and representatives from various countries. It also lists renewals and promotions within the organization. A crucial announcement requests members to update their mailing addresses to the new P.O. Box 193, Staten Island, New York 10312, to ensure proper mail delivery. The section also promotes the upcoming UFO-SBI Symposium in August.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue include the analysis of UFO sightings and photographic evidence, detailed accounts of close encounters (CE3K), the investigation of unexplained phenomena like power outages linked to UFOs, and the persistent issue of government secrecy and potential cover-ups. The SBI's stance is one of active investigation, urging public cooperation, and advocating for transparency in UFO research. The publication positions itself as a vital source of information in the global search for answers regarding UFOs.