SPACE - No 32 - 1959 08

Magazine Overview

Title: SPACE
Subtitle: (Saucer Phenomena and Celestial Enigma)
Publisher: Norbert F. Gariety
Editor and Publisher: Norbert F. Gariety
Publication Address: 267 Alhambra Circle, Coral Gables, Florida
Phone: HI 8-9300
Issue Date: August 1959
Issue Number: Bulletin No. 32
Subscription Rate: $3.00 per year

Key Articles and Reports

Mystery Flying Lights Reported Over Pacific

The lead story details a sighting by Capt. George Wilson of Pan American Airways on July 11, 1959, approximately 1000 miles east of Honolulu. While flying a DC-70 at 20,000 ft., Wilson and his co-pilot and flight engineer observed an intensely bright white light, followed by four smaller lights, approaching at an "inconceivable" speed. The object appeared about 1,000 feet above them and to their left, maintaining a course opposite to theirs. Suddenly, it made a sharp right turn at extreme speed and disappeared. Wilson, a 19-year veteran pilot, expressed his shock and stated, "I'm a believer now." The report notes that four other transpacific airliner pilots from Pan-Am, Canadian Pacific Airlines, and Slick Airways made similar reports around the same time. The article expresses frustration with the Air Force's policy of only releasing reports to Air Force Intelligence and suggests this incident might be a sign of loosening censorship.

Blenheim, New Zealand Sighting

This report, dated July 22, 1959, from the "MAIL of Nelson, New Zealand," describes a sighting by Mrs. Frederick Moreland of Blenheim. At 5:30 a.m. on July 12, she observed a green glow in the clouds while going to milk her cows. Two large green things, described as "eyes or big lamps," appeared and dropped towards the ground. She noticed the entire paddock was bathed in a "horrid" green light. The object was a "saucer-shaped glow with two indented green lights in the bottom," about 20 to 30 feet in diameter, hovering at roof-top height. It had two rows of jets shooting orange flames. The air became warm, and a faint hum was audible. Two men, dressed in shiny material resembling aluminum foil with opaque helmets, were seen inside. One man stood up, appearing to look downwards. Mrs. Moreland was shaken but continued milking. Her husband contacted the police and the Air Force. An Air Force officer later drew an artist's impression based on her description. The report also mentions an aircraft engineer, Mr. Doug Thynne, who was willing to believe the account.

#### Corroborating Report from Blenheim

Following Mrs. Moreland's report, R. A. Holdaway of Blenheim reported seeing a bright light shining through his window around 4:30-5:00 a.m. on July 13th. The light became brighter and then faded without sound, traveling from East to West.

AF General Says It May Be Possible to Talk With Men From Mars

This section highlights a shift in official attitudes towards extraterrestrial communication. Maj. General Donald J. Keirn, USAF, addressed the Institute of Aeronautical Sciences, suggesting that a well-built space station or a listening platform on the moon could be used to receive signals from other planets. He stated that if contact were established, informative and even visual communication could evolve. The article posits that if conversation with space creatures is not considered impossible, then official recognition of flying saucers might be imminent.

Unusual Lights in Sky Over Asbury Park, N.J.

Several residents and Ocean Township police reported seeing mysterious lights in the sky on the night of June 9, 1959. The lights were seen moving from southwest to northeast, with three of them hovering over the Atlantic for nearly an hour. Officials at Lakehurst Naval Air Station and Ft. Monmouth could not identify them.

Vanishing 14-Foot "Egg" Reported North of Vancouver, B.C.

Alex Gillis and Jerry Monkman reported seeing a giant, egg-shaped flying saucer parked in front of their truck on April 29, 1959, at 10:30 p.m. near Grassy Plains. The object was about 14 feet across, with a light shining through the top. It disappeared without a sound, rising straight up at terrific speed. The men reported the incident to the Royal Canadian Mounted Police.

San Diegan Enjoys Private Rainstorm

Charles Coval, a missile engineer in San Diego, reported experiencing a private rainstorm in a 20 ft. square area on July 19, 1959, despite a clear sky. The Weather Bureau could not explain it, but Coval suspected "rain." The San Diego Union sent a reporter to investigate.

Abominable Snowman Search Proves Futile

An American expedition, including brothers Peter and Brian Byrne and backed by Texas oil man Tom Slick, returned to Katmandu without finding the legendary Abominable Snowman. They requested permission to search for six more months.

130 Pound Bat Killed

A native tribesman in Luzon, The Philippines, is credited with killing a giant bat weighing 130 pounds with a 12-foot wingspan.

British to Try Venus Contact

British scientists announced an attempt to make contact with Venus by bouncing radio waves off the planet in the fall. Venus will be at its closest for 18 months during September, about 30 to 40 million miles away. The attempt will use Britain's Jodrell Bank telescope.

George Adamski Cancels Balance of Tour

George Adamski cancelled his scheduled lectures in Italy, Austria, Germany, and Denmark, and returned to Los Angeles. The magazine suggests his lecture tour had been long and strenuous, and that his heart condition may have influenced the decision. The article defends Adamski's visit to Queen Juliana of the Netherlands, stating that the press misrepresented the event and that the audience lasted much longer than planned.

The Abominable Palmetto Man?????

This article, referencing a Miami Daily News story, introduces the "Abominable Palmetto Man" allegedly seen in the Florida Everglades. The creature is described as over 9 feet tall, weighing 600-700 pounds, with a 4-foot shoulder width, and a face that glows. It moves with a slithering motion. The report details sightings by Dutch and Marvin Thomas and Victor Buzzan near Brooksville. The magazine then delves into the possibility of this being a hoax, referencing the Flatwoods Monster case and the Desverges case, where official explanations were "HOAX" but investigations failed to prove it. The article questions the plausibility of the Palmetto Man hoax, particularly the logistics of operating the "monster" in the dark and after being shot at.

Mysterious Object Over Woomera Rocket Range

An unidentified flying object was sighted over the Woomera Rocket Range in South Australia on Monday night. Observers described it as a bright white shuttle-cock traveling south. Sightings of UFOs were also reported at various other places in Australia the same night.

Contact Claim in Brazil??

A 32-year-old Brazilian bank employee, Senor Helio Aguiar, claimed to have received a mental message from space men on April 24, 1959, near Salvador City. The message, transmitted mentally, warned against atomic experiments for war purposes. Aguiar photographed a disc-shaped object. The report discusses three possible explanations: Aguiar saw a real UFO and interpreted the message, he fabricated the story, or he saw a UFO whose occupants transmitted the message. The article notes that Capt. Leib Leibovitch, an Army Officer, was involved and that Aguiar agreed to submit to tests, including hypnosis.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently reports on UFO sightings and encounters, often from credible witnesses like pilots and ordinary citizens. There is a clear skepticism towards official explanations, particularly those that label incidents as "hoaxes" without thorough proof. The editorial stance appears to favor open-mindedness towards the phenomena and a desire for transparency from government and military bodies regarding UFO information. The magazine actively seeks news clippings and encourages reader participation. The recurring theme is the presentation of unexplained aerial phenomena and the critical examination of official responses and media coverage, often highlighting discrepancies and potential cover-ups. The magazine also touches upon related topics like space travel and the search for extraterrestrial life.