Recherches Ufologiques - No 01 - 1977 - Seray scan

Magazine Overview

This document is a bulletin from the "GROUPEMENT NORDISTE D'ETUDES RECHERCHES UFOLOGIQUES" (GNEOVNI), an association without lucrative purpose, declared under the law of July 1901. The bulletin serves as an internal communication tool to inform members about the group's activities. It provides contact information for the association's headquarters in Ronchin and its secretariat in Béthune.

Table of Contents (Sommaire)

The table of contents outlines the various sections and articles within the bulletin:

• Presentation of the bulletin
• Composition of the Bureau for 1977
• Report of the Bureau meeting on March 6, 1977
• GHEOVNI on the radio on February 6, 1977
• Conference in our region on February 16, 1977
• Calendar of quarterly meetings
• Program for the meeting on April 17, 1977
• The GHEOVNI with the "MENSA"
• Calendar of upcoming ufological events
• Review of the ufological press
• Call for archivists
• GNEOVNI Library

Presentation of the Bulletin

The bulletin is described as a small internal publication for GNEOVNI, not aiming to be a new ufological review but rather to better inform members about the group's activities. It promises to cover conferences, information meetings, field investigations, reports of observations from the press, and collaborations with other organizations. Members are encouraged to contribute articles and reflections.

Composition of the Bureau for 1977

The bulletin lists the members of the GNEOVNI bureau elected at the annual General Assembly on January 9, 1977:

• Honorary President: Eugène SOREZ
• Honorary President: André LIENART
• Active President: Robert DE RYCKER
• Vice President: Angélo FRANCESINI
• Vice President: Serge VEU
• Treasurer: René LECONTE
• Secretary General: Jean-Pierre D'HONUT
• Deputy Secretary: Jean LEBORGNE

Report of the Bureau Meeting on March 6, 1977

An extraordinary bureau meeting on March 6, 1977, decided to create the present bulletin and establish a new division of tasks:

• Messrs. FORE and VASUMUR will handle conferences.
• Mr. DE RYCKER will direct investigations that GNEOVNI may be called upon to conduct.
• Mr. LEBORGNE will be responsible for updating the national file and creating a summarized regional file for distribution to interested organizations.
• Mr. D'HONUT will organize quarterly meetings, prepare their programs, and ensure their smooth running.

GHEOVNI on the Radio on February 6, 1977

On Sunday, February 6, 1977, a regional radio emission took place from 9:30 to 11:00 AM. The presenter, Mr. J. Kora, invited representatives from various regional ufological groups. These included representatives from Boulogne sur Mer (CFS), the Calaisienne Association Espace (ACEPA), the Association Astronomique (AN), and GNEOVNI (represented by Professor COR and Mr. D'HONDT). The broadcast also featured the Commander of the Gendarmerie of Lille, a writer of fiction, and a representative from the "Paret du Nord" interested in UFO literature. The article notes that the quality of debates on UFOs has improved significantly over the years, with discussions now focusing on a balance of regional manifestations rather than simply debating the reality of the phenomenon. The Commander of the Gendarmerie acknowledged the seriousness of the UFO issue. Mr. SOREZ presented the Ronchin affair (September 19, 1971), highlighting unusual aspects like bird behavior and the analysis of metallic particles found on site by Mr. FRANCES. The emission was considered successful in informing the public about the presence of UFO phenomena in the region and the serious study being conducted by various groups.

Conference in Our Region on February 16, 1977

A conference on UFO phenomena was organized by the Cultural Center in Tourcoing on February 16, 1977. The speaker was Mr. Jean-Claude BOURRET, a presenter for French television and author of two books on UFOs. The conference, which included a slide projection, was well-received, although the presentation itself was considered somewhat superficial, likely due to the audience being mostly laypeople. Notably, only one person in the audience expressed doubt about the reality of UFO phenomena. Representatives from GNEOVNI took the opportunity to have their books signed and presented Mr. BOURRET with a dossier on the Ronchin affair and a manual of investigations. Mr. BOURRET promised to review the documents and potentially forward the Ronchin case to the "scientific missions" division of the CNES. The Cultural Center of Tourcoing has invited GNEOVNI to organize a similar conference, presenting a future task for Messrs. SOREZ and VASDEUR.

Calendar of Quarterly Meetings

The bulletin lists the dates for the quarterly information meetings held at the group's premises in the social center of Mons en Baroeul:

• April 17, 1977
• June 12, 1977
• September 11, 1977
• December 11, 1977

Program for the Meeting on April 17, 1977

The program for the April 17, 1977 meeting includes:

• "UFO News" by the Secretary General.
• An exposé by Mr. Paul GR on the book "Chasseurs d'ovni" by F. Garües.
• A presentation on "Ces mystérieux ovni" by Ribera.
• A discussion on "Les ovni de l'apocalypse."
• A review of the "Hors Série" issue of "Histoire" on flying saucers.
• An exposé by Mr. J. Perrin on "Le mysture des omi."
• An exposé by Mr. Dominique CAUDRON with a slide projection on the subject: "L'orthoténie."

GNEOVNI with the "MENSA"

This section seems to be a placeholder or a brief mention of an interaction with the MENSA group, possibly related to a conference or meeting.

Calendar of Upcoming Ufological Events

This section appears to be a placeholder or a brief mention of upcoming events.

Review of the Ufological Press

This section likely contains reviews of articles and publications related to ufology. Specific mentions include:

• A review of the "UFO-Informations" magazine, issue No. 15 and 15 bis.
• A review of the "Bulletin d'informations" from the Groupement de Recherche et d'Etude du Phénomène OVNI (GRUFO), a new group from Vaucluse.

Call for Archivists

Mr. SOREZ, the honorary president, has generously offered his personal documentation on UFO phenomena to the group. This has allowed for the creation of photocopies of approximately one hundred press articles detailing observations that were previously unknown to their archives. The bulletin emphasizes the importance of having a personal documentation for each member and encourages members to contribute their findings to enrich the group's archives. Mr. SOREZ has shown the process of creating these archives.

GNEOVNI Library

This section indicates that the group has a library, and due to financial constraints, they are looking to acquire new books. It also mentions that the group is looking for volunteers to help with the telephone surveillance of UFO phenomena, and interested individuals can contact Mr. Jean LEBORGNE.

Upcoming Events and Meetings

• A meeting organized by the "Lumières" group in Clary on March 26, 1977, will feature a discussion on "Where is Ufology in 1977?" led by Mr. Jean-Marie HIGORNE.
• The "Groupement d'Etudes des Phénomènes Aériens Observez" (GEPAO) is organizing a day event in Romilly sur Seine on June 11, 1977.
• A conference on February 11, 1977, featured Mr. Jean-Pierre D'HONUT and Mr. Serge VAJEUR presenting a film about the Quarouble affair and a video on the "Machiavellian" aspect of UFO phenomena. The event included a debate where attendees acknowledged the complexity of the UFO issue.
• The bulletin mentions a meeting on April 17, 1977, at the social center in Mons en Baroeul.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this bulletin are the active engagement of the GNEOVNI in ufological research, including organizing and participating in conferences, radio broadcasts, and field investigations. There is a strong emphasis on internal communication and member participation, as evidenced by the call for archivists and contributions. The editorial stance appears to be one of serious, objective investigation into UFO phenomena, moving beyond mere speculation to a more analytical approach. The bulletin aims to inform and unite members, fostering a collaborative environment for studying UFOs in the Nord region of France.