S.I.G.A.P. Newsletter

Magazine Overview

Title: S.I.G.A.P. Newsletter
Issue: No.7
Date: December 12th, 1967

This issue of the S.I.G.A.P. Newsletter, dated December 12th, 1967, focuses on UFO reports from November. The publication is from The Surrey Investigation Group on Aerial Phenomena (S.I.G.A.P.), which is affiliated with the 'British Unidentified Flying Object Research Association' and aims to promote unbiased investigation into UFO phenomena. The secretary is R. Beet, located at 195 Epsom Road, Guildford.

November U.F.O. News Views

The newsletter reports a relatively quiet month with only 7 UFO reports, four of which were deemed of no great significance due to being unidentified lights. However, three reports are highlighted as extremely interesting.

Case S.75: Mr. M. Chadd's Sighting

On Saturday, November 4th, Mr. M. Chadd and his girlfriend observed a glowing object hovering approximately 10 feet over bushes and trees near Cutmill for about 15 minutes. The glow diminished, and the object disappeared. This incident occurred 15 to 30 minutes before the Caravelle crash at Haselmere, about 8 miles away, which the newsletter notes might be a coincidence. The investigation into this case is ongoing due to scant information. A sketch of the object is noted to be similar to one made by Mr. J. Birch of Worplesdon in 1962, and both sketches are presented for comparison.

Case S.74: Mrs. Quick's Sighting

On Saturday, November 14th, Mrs. Quick of Storrington, Sussex, reported a sighting from the previous Thursday evening near the South Downs, Washington, Sussex. Mr. Fowler interviewed Mrs. Quick on November 15th. The object appeared on top of the Downs near sunset, around 5 pm. Mrs. Quick observed it for approximately 2 hours using opera glasses. She was joined by another woman who also viewed the object. During the sighting, the object glowed blood red and vivid white, shot across the Downs at terrific speed, and performed various manoeuvres before disappearing. The group is waiting to contact the other witness before making comments.

Case S.77: Creature Report - Ghost, UFO Occupant or Hallucination?

This report by Dick Beet details an event on Thursday, November 23rd, following a call from Alan Franklin, a reporter for the 'Woking Review' and a member of S.I.G.A.P. The incident occurred on Sunday, November 12th, shortly after midnight, on a deserted road between Cranleigh and Shere. Dick Beet, Alan Franklin, and two skeptical friends visited the location. The observer, Philip J. Freeman, a carpenter, was returning from Cranleigh with his girlfriend. He stopped to wipe his misted windscreen when he noticed a terrible burning smell. As he turned to speak to his girlfriend, he saw a white face, about ten inches long and six inches wide, oblong, with no facial markings, standing beside the window about six inches away. He also observed a white arm coming from the side of it onto the roof, and the body appeared black and bell-shaped. After putting the car into gear, he turned around and saw only the light face as they drove off. Alan Franklin and Mr. Freeman visited the spot but found no clues.

Planet Investigation

This section discusses the implications of discovering inhabited planets, emphasizing the need for extreme caution before any manned landings. It suggests thorough study, sampling probes, and surveillance instruments. Contacts with alien intelligence should be made circumspectly to avoid unknown factors and disruptive effects on local populations. A decision to make overt contact or depart without evidence would depend on prolonged study. This section is attributed to NASA/RAND (Research and Development Corporation) and taken from "Incident at Exeter" by John G. Fuller.

Group Notes. S.I.G.A.P.

Members are informed that a copy of "Flying Saucers Are Hostile" by Brad Steiger and Joan Whritenour is available in the library. They are encouraged to contact O. Fowler for details on this or other books. Members are also reminded to fill in and return their investigator forms.

SPACELINK MAGAZINE

A leaflet for Spacelink Magazine is included with the newsletter. The editor is Edgar Hatvany, who recently gave a lecture to S.I.G.A.P. in Guildford. The newsletter recommends purchasing the magazine.

Lectures and Meetings

S.I.G.A.P. acknowledges the success of their meetings and regrets not offering a full lecture program, as they are an extension of the BUFORA Group. BUFORA organizes a complete lecture coverage for the year, with meetings held at Kensington Public Library, usually on Saturdays. Details can be obtained from secretary Mr. R. Beet. S.I.G.A.P. plans to hold a meeting in the new year, with details to follow in the next newsletter. They also plan to release car stickers with the group's name and the words 'Watch the sky for UFO's'.

Now UFO's Are Stopping The Traffic: Daily Express Nov. 7th

This section critiques a Daily Express report about a lorry driver, Mr. Karl Farlow, encountering a UFO on the A338 road in the New Forest. The report is described as lacking in depth, suggesting the reporter did not research UFO activity thoroughly. The BUFORA Group provided additional information. The UFO reportedly blacked out the lights and electrics of the lorry, though the diesel engine continued to run. The driver observed a green glowing egg-shaped object hovering low over the road. A white Jaguar car approaching from the opposite direction also had its lights and engine cut out. A trapdoor on the UFO opened, and a tube extended to the ground, sucking up grass, leaves, and stones. After several minutes, the tube retracted, and the trapdoor closed. The UFO sped off, and the lights on both vehicles came back on. However, despite the batteries having enough power to restart the lights, they were insufficient to start the vehicles. The Jaguar driver left, but the diesel lorry had to be towed. The lorry's electrics were found to be in perfect working order, but the battery was flat. The newsletter notes the flat battery story and wonders about potential after-effects on drivers, as has often been the case in similar incidents.

What Next In Space?

This brief section speculates that the Russians may be planning something, citing the introduction of two new astronauts into their publicity programs. A new space voyage, possibly a trip around the moon and back, is suggested, with further information expected in January.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The newsletter consistently promotes the unbiased investigation of UFO phenomena. It highlights specific sightings and encounters, providing details of the objects, their reported behaviors, and the circumstances of the observations. The editorial stance is one of cautious inquiry, presenting facts and noting ongoing investigations, while also referencing external sources and publications. There is a clear emphasis on gathering information and encouraging member participation through reporting and form completion. The group also engages with media reports, offering critical analysis and additional details when available.