Circulaire CNEGU - No 28 - Series 2 - 1994 fev

Magazine Overview

This document is issue number 28 of the 'CIRCULAIRE CNEGU', published in February 1994 by the Comité Nord-Est des Groupes Ufologiques. It is a 10-page publication, indicated by 'P.1/10' to 'P.10/10', and is primarily in French.

Key Articles and Reports

New Observations

The issue leads with 'NOUVELLE OBSERVATION', detailing several recent sightings. An article from 'L'Est Républicain' (Jan 5, 1994) describes a 'third type encounter' in Tronville-en-Barrois, with a mention of a 'flying saucer' and a dense fog causing optical distortions. 'Le Nouveau Détective' (Jan 13, 1994) also covers the Tronville-en-Barrois case, referring to 'strange visitors'. 'France-Soir' (Jan 6, 1994) reports on a 'saucer' that resembled a car, driven by a single man, which stopped and used its headlights. The article speculates that dense fog might have caused a physical distortion of shapes and lights, interpreted by the viewer's imagination.

Another sighting from Flavigny-sur-Moselle on February 12, 1994, describes a large white and yellow ball, the size of a house, rotating above a field. This report is attributed to 'Est Républicain' (Feb 13, 1994).

Misidentifications and Related Technologies

A section titled 'MEPRISES' discusses the 'raptor/Pathfinder' drone developed by Aerovironment for the US Air Force, noting its solar energy engine and potential for long-duration surveillance. It also mentions a 'Vespa in the shape of an S.V.' seen in 'Actualités GAUMONT de 1954' footage available at the Vidéothèque de Paris.

Media and Publications

The 'CIRCULAIRE CNEGU' extensively reviews media coverage and publications related to ufology:

• Books:
• 'OVNI Contact' by F. Marie is reviewed, with a mention of cases from the Aube region and a call for witnesses.
• 'Les mystères résolus de l'île de Pâques' is discussed, with a chapter on the 'egarement du public' and theories involving extraterrestrials.
• 'Les Grandes énigmes' by Jacques Marseille is presented as a comprehensive work covering various mysteries, including UFOs.
• 'Les stars racontent l'étrange' includes testimonies from R. Hossein and R. Vadim about seeing UFOs.
• 'Le dernier secret de Nostradamus' by Guy Tarade and Alexandra Schreyer is analyzed, with sections on 'Extraterrestres?', 'Le maître du monde', and potential alien interventions.
• 'Le grand livre de la connerie' by D. Porte and W. Reymond touches upon UFOs, aliens, and ancient astronaut theories.
• 'Le diabolique secret des OVNI' by J.M. Lesage is published by the Commission d'Etudes Ouranos.
• 'Animalité' by W. Strieber is mentioned.
• 'La terre est un berceau' by A.C. Clarke and G. Lee is a science fiction novel involving extraterrestrial elements.

• Magazines and Newspapers:
• 'Knack' (Belgium) reported on a Russian project for a giant saucer-shaped dirigible.
• 'Psychologies' (Feb 1994) features an article on 'Les états de l'âme' and the recognition of spiritual emergence as potentially 'normal' human experiences.
• 'L'Est Eclair' published an article on 'OVNI Contact' and called for witnesses.
• 'Saône et Loire' questioned if UFOs are 'meta-terrestrials'.
• 'Tau Ceti' (Dec 1993) covered the activities of the Tau Ceti ufological group.
• 'Mad Movies' (Jan 1994) mentioned a film 'Freaked' as having a 'celluloid UFO'.
• 'Spectateur' (Jan 1994) featured an article on the TV series 'V'.
• 'France Soir Ouest' highlighted the work of J. Heidmann and SETI.
• 'La Vie du collectionneur' offered items related to UFOs for sale.
• 'Science et Vie Junior' (Feb 1994) provided an index of topics including UFOs and extraterrestrials.
• 'Avantages' (Dec 1993) discussed the possibility of aliens landing, with betting limits set on such events.
• 'Ouest-France' included a drawing of a UFO.
• 'Mystères' (Feb 1994) featured articles on a mirage in Paris, dolphins, UFOs, and spiritual emergence.
• 'Horoscope' (Feb 1994) discussed 'the crisis and extraterrestrials' and the potential for aliens to visit Earth.
• 'Télé 7 Jeux' (Jan 1994) included a puzzle related to famous people named Jacques.
• 'Presse Ufologique' (SCEAU Bulletin, 1993) summarized 1992-1993 activities, archive safeguarding, and future forecasts.
• 'Tau Ceti' (n°31) covered UFOs on TF1, research on UFOs, and alien theories.
• 'Phénomèna' (Nov-Dec 1993) discussed close encounters and the 'Mérignac affair'.
• 'La Ligne bleue survolée?' (CVLDLN, n°28) included notes on PANI, manipulated history, and ufological approaches to folklore.
• 'LDLN' (n°322) featured recent observations, including vibrations in the Marseille region and a black triangle.
• 'Ufomania' (Feb 1994) listed various UFO sightings and related news from different French regions and international medical journals.

• Television and Radio:
• 'A2' (Feb 1, 1994) featured a segment on 'OVNI Contact' and asked about the release year of 'Rencontres du troisième type'.
• 'TF1' (Jan 22 & 25, 1994) aired a commercial for the film 'Comme un oiseau sur la branche' which included a UFO.
• 'F2' (Jan 19, 1994) showed a commercial with a UFO.
• 'TF1' (Feb 2, 1994) aired a commercial for 'Crunch' featuring an extraterrestrial eating a chocolate bar in a saucer, causing a cataclysm.
• 'TF1' (Feb 3, 1994) broadcast a spot for the show 'Mystères', including a reconstruction of the Bentwaters sighting.
• 'M6' (Feb 6, 1994) featured a report on Ridley Scott's films and advertisements, including a Pepsi ad with a UFO.
• 'RFM' (Feb 10, 1994) appealed for witnesses to mysterious lights and vibrations near Cavaillon and L'Isle-sur-Sorgue.
• 'France Info' (Dec 25, 1993) reported on vibrations heard in Marseille, with military denial of any terrestrial cause.
• 'Ici et Maintenant' (Jan 8, 1993) discussed a UFO landing in the Meuse region and the subsequent military investigation.
• 'RFM' (Feb 11, 1994) announced a film project by S. Spielberg about the 1947 Roswell crash, allegedly based on a recovered film.
• 'Radio Rire et chansons' broadcast a prank call about an observatory.
• Various TV shows and films with UFO themes are listed, including 'ALF', 'Fantomas contre Scotland Yard', 'Saturn III', 'Dune', 'Moontrap', 'Superminds', 'Code quantum', 'Nicograph 1993', 'Maxie's world', 'Les routes du paradis', 'La nuit des juges', 'Sciences on tourne', 'En route vers les étoiles', 'Les enfants du cosmos', 'Gaïa, la planète vivante', 'Pégase', 'Les OVNIs de Bentwaters', 'Mystères', 'La terre est un berceau', 'Animalité', 'Critters 4', 'Alien' trilogy, and 'Swamp Gas visite l'Europe'.

Organizations and Initiatives

• SCEAU (Sauvegarde, Conservation des Etudes et Archives Ufologiques): A new association has been created to safeguard ufological documentation. Its goals include archiving private and public documents, managing the collection, and promoting preventive archiving. Its headquarters are in Paris.
• U.B.A.U. (Union Belge des Associations Ufologiques): Contact information is provided.
• SETI: Mentioned in relation to the 'En route vers les étoiles' documentary and the 'Nicograph 1993' salon.
• C.A.D.A. (Commission d'accès aux documents administratifs): Published a guide on accessing administrative documents.
• CERPA and MAGONIA: Mentioned in relation to the Haut-Var animal mutilation reports.

Other Mentions

• Jean-Luc Vertongen (SOBEPS): Expresses a position against promoting and studying UFO phenomena, calling the UFO dossier 'hollow' and 'incoherent'.
• Led Zeppelin album pack: Correction regarding its release date.
• UFO-related merchandise: A 'soucoupe' toy with buttons and a cylindrical monster is described. 'Super transferts' decals featuring aliens and spaceships are also mentioned. 'Ring Raiders' mini-planes are advertised.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The publication consistently reports on UFO sightings, media coverage of UFOs, and related research initiatives. There is a strong emphasis on documenting and disseminating information about UFO phenomena. The editorial stance appears to be one of active investigation and reporting, encouraging witness participation and critically reviewing media portrayals of UFOs. The creation of the SCEAU association highlights a concern for the preservation of ufological history and data. The inclusion of media reviews suggests an effort to connect ufological research with broader cultural representations of the phenomenon.