Stockholms UFO-Nytt - 1992 No 2

Magazine Overview

Title: Stockholms UFO-Nytt
Issue: Number 2, 1992
Publisher: Stockholms UFO-förening (Stockholm UFO Association)
Type: Information bulletin for members.

Contents

This issue of Stockholms UFO-Nytt provides a diverse range of articles for its members, covering topics from ancient mysteries to modern science and unexplained phenomena.

Föredrag: Egyptens Pyramider (Lecture: The Pyramids of Egypt)

Christer Nordin recounts a 14-day trip to Egypt with UFO-Sweden to observe the pyramids. He focuses on the Great Pyramid of Giza (Cheops Pyramid), noting its original height of 147 meters, now reduced to 136 meters due to erosion and environmental factors in the densely populated Cairo. Nordin expresses concern about the encroachment of modern buildings on this ancient wonder. He discusses the theories surrounding the pyramid's purpose, noting the lack of definitive evidence for it being a tomb for Pharaoh Cheops, despite the presence of chambers. The construction, involving over 2.3 million stone blocks, is highlighted, with only simple tools like wooden clubs and copper chisels acknowledged by researchers. An entrance discovered in the 1980s leads to a system of passages, including a chamber 85 meters below ground that is closed to tourists. The article describes the narrow passages, the Queen's Chamber, and the impressive King's Chamber, built with 43 granite blocks, one weighing 80 tons. The sarcophagus within the King's Chamber shows signs of melting, leading to speculation about extreme temperatures or advanced technology, possibly related to radioactivity or crystals, hinting at the possibility of an ancient power plant.

Inkomna rapporter (Incoming Reports)

This section details recent UFO sightings and experiences reported to the association.

• April 9th: Three people in Gärdet, Stockholm, observed three light points moving towards Ursa Major (the Big Dipper) for 4-5 seconds.
• April 21st & 22nd: A woman in Kallhäll saw lights in the sky that she initially thought was a constellation but later described as hundreds of lamps forming a triangle. A drawing of her observation is included.
• May 29th: A woman in Sollentuna reported seeing three blinking lights (green, blue, white) in a triangular formation that flew over her house. She later speculated it might have been a low-flying airplane.

Planerade aktiviteter hösten -92 (Planned Activities Autumn -92)

The association outlines upcoming events:

• September 17th: A video screening of 'Nostradamus - The Man Who Saw the Future' at Deva Center, Dalagatan 30. Admission: 25 SEK.
• End of October: A visit to Cosmonova, the Planetarium. Details to follow, with bookings starting mid-August. Location: Naturhistoriska Riksmuseet, Frescati. Admission: approx. 50-55 SEK.
• November 19th: A lecture by Håkan Blomqvist titled 'Contact with Space People - Myth or Reality?' at Spirara Center, Sibyllegatan 50. Admission: 30 SEK.

En resa med Stockholms tunnelbana - Mot Laseräventyret (A Trip on the Stockholm Subway - Towards the Laser Adventure)

Laila recounts her experience trying to reach the 'Laser-grotta' (Laser Cave) at the Royal Institute of Technology (Teknis). After a series of subway mishaps, including a train going to the wrong destination and a breakdown, she finally arrived late. She was guided by Inga-Lill Wallin and managed to catch part of the presentation and see the laser exhibit, finding it interesting but beyond her technical understanding.

Röd fläck på pannan (Red Spot on the Forehead)

This article, translated from Hungarian UFOmagazin, discusses the electrical effects of ball lightning.

• Historical Account: It recounts the death of G. W. Richman in St. Petersburg in 1753, who was killed by a ball lightning strike while conducting experiments. His assistant described a blue fireball descending from a thundercloud and touching Richman's forehead, followed by a loud noise and Richman's death. A red spot and a hole in his shoe were noted.
• Modern Incident (Hungary, June 18, 1966): A detailed account describes a large, 70 cm long, yellow-red ball lightning that struck a house during a thunderstorm. The ball lightning entered the house through the TV antenna, causing extensive damage to the roof structure, the living room, the TV, and a wall socket. It also caused damage in a neighboring apartment. The occupants sustained minor burns, hearing loss (50%), and vision impairment due to the intense light. The article includes a map of areas in Hungary prone to ball lightning.

Ett besök på Teknis (A Visit to Teknis)

This article details a visit to the Royal Institute of Technology (Teknis) where lecturer Jens Tellefsen explained the principles of laser light. Laser is defined as 'Light Amplification by Stimulated Emission of Radiation'. The article explains spontaneous and stimulated emission of photons and how laser light is monochromatic and coherent. Applications of lasers are discussed, including industrial uses like cutting sails (Royal Sails AB in Stockholm) and cleaning old paintings, as well as medical applications such as non-contact surgery (especially in blood-rich organs like the liver and spleen) and eye surgery. The potential for lasers in treating heart disease, vascular diseases, and cancer is highlighted. The visit included a tour of the 'laser-grotta' guided by Leif Kjellberg, where visitors could observe lenses and a holographic display of Professor Dennis Gabor, the inventor of holography.

Visste Du att... (Did You Know...)

• Metonic Cycle: Every 19 years, lunar phases repeat on the same date plus one day. The second full moon in a month is called a Blue Moon.
• Vacation Time: The article notes the increase in vacation days in Sweden from two weeks in 1938 to five weeks plus two extra days by 1991.

Hjälp UFO-Sverige att synas (Help UFO-Sweden to Be Seen)

An appeal to purchase a UFO-Sweden lapel pin (1 cm diameter, black with gold text) for 20 SEK plus postage, with payment to Postgiro 477 81 97-6, marked 'UFO-nål'.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently focuses on UFO phenomena, unexplained aerial phenomena, and related scientific and historical topics. There is a clear interest in investigating and reporting on sightings, providing explanations where possible (e.g., laser technology), and exploring speculative theories (e.g., ancient technology in pyramids, nature of ball lightning). The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry, presenting information and encouraging member participation through reports and attendance at events. The association actively promotes itself and its activities.

This issue of Aftonbladet Söndag, dated January 5, 1992, is primarily focused on paranormal phenomena and UFO-related topics. It features a mix of local folklore and more controversial claims about extraterrestrial contact and advanced technology.

Haunted Stockholm

The cover story, "Här spökar det." (Here it haunts.), invites readers on a tour of allegedly haunted locations in Stockholm. It lists several sites:

• Spökslottet, Drottninggatan 116: Described as Stockholm's most famous haunted house, it is said to contain buried treasures and walled-up skeletons, with the ghosts of former malevolent inhabitants still present.
• Stockholms slott (The Royal Palace): Home to two ghosts, 'Vita Frun' (The White Lady) and 'Grå Gubben' (The Grey Old Man). An invisible presence has been felt in the old library of Gustaf VI Adolf.
• Skanskvarn, Gullmarsplan: This former mill, now a restaurant, is said to be haunted by 'Linda', the ghost of a miller's wife from the 1800s, who wanders and mourns her husband.
• Kåkbrinken, Gamla stan (Old Town): It is said that on the night of November 8-9, the ghosts of those beheaded during the Stockholm Bloodbath dance down this street.
• Operan (The Royal Opera): Ghosts of Gustav III and Queen Kristina are said to haunt the premises.
• Klara kyrkogård (Klara Cemetery): Beneath the cemetery lies a medieval monastery, and a nun in a black habit is said to wander the graves at night.

The source for this article is cited as "Aftonbladet söndagen 5 januari 1992".

The High Bridge Incident: The Claims of Howard Menger

A significant portion of the magazine is dedicated to the story of Howard Menger, a prominent UFO contactee and inventor. The article is structured around his book, "From outer space to you" (1959), Connie Menger's "A song of Saturn" (1968), and their joint work published in 1991.

Part 1: Howard Menger's Account (1959)

Howard Menger recounts his birth in 1922 and his family's moves, eventually settling in High Bridge, New Jersey. He describes early childhood memories of flying discs and a woman with golden hair who spoke to him. He notes that his views on human evolution, which differed from his teachers' religious beliefs, led to poor grades. After serving in the army during World War II, he began encountering extraterrestrial beings. He describes seeing a man in a khaki uniform who communicated mentally and a woman who confirmed his contact with the golden-haired woman, identifying her as belonging to his 'people' from another planet. He also recounts an encounter in Okinawa where he believed a nurse was extraterrestrial.

Upon returning to the US in 1945, Menger, who was artistically gifted, started a sign-painting business. He married Rose and had a son, Robert, who showed early signs of genius. Menger then describes an encounter where he saw a fireball land and transform into a metallic craft. Two men and a woman with light hair emerged; this was the same woman he had met earlier. She told him he would teach groups of people and reveal his story by the summer of 1957.

He also mentions receiving small, shoebox-sized devices from 'space friends' to be placed in terrain to influence people's interest in spacecraft. Tragically, his son Robert died of a brain tumor and cancer in 1954, followed by his brother Alton's death in a car accident in September 1955, and then his mother and father's deaths. Menger found solace in the belief that death is a transition and that a better world would come.

He claims to have traveled to the moon, meeting scientists, geologists, and astronomers. He states he has no photographs because photography was forbidden, but describes seeing musical instruments, art, architecture, gems, and clothing cleaning technology. He also describes seeing a metallic disc-shaped craft that moved and changed shape, even appearing as a pulsating mass and a white bubble.

Part 2: Connie Menger's Account (1968)

Connie Menger recounts her desire to live in the country with her husband Karl. After Karl's health declined, they found a large white house in the country. Karl passed away shortly after they moved in. Connie later met Howard Menger through a UFO group. She describes a UFO group meeting where a story was recorded on tape, and a high-frequency sound and a voice message were allegedly added later. She also discusses a photograph taken of herself and Howard, which appeared to show a white ghostly figure next to them, questioning if it was a genuine anomaly or a photographic trick.

Connie states that her understanding of extraterrestrial contact is largely based on Howard's stories. She married Howard in 1958. She describes a UFO sighting in September 1958 where Howard filmed a craft that changed shape and emitted tentacles. She initially believed it was a single-celled microbe but later questioned if Howard had purchased a film and passed it off as his own.

Part 3: Howard and Connie Menger (1991)

Howard Menger details building a 1.20m diameter 'electro-craft x - 1' in 1951, which he tested. It crashed near the Ohio and Pennsylvania border, attracting attention from the Pentagon. He claims to have been offered a lifetime payment of $1500/month for his work on a larger craft, but the payment stopped after a year. He investigated the construction site, finding nothing but a fenced-off area guarded by military personnel.

Menger also presents a theory of gravity, suggesting it is a pushing force, not a pulling one, and that tides are caused by the moon blocking cosmic particles. This theory is contrasted with the scientific understanding that all bodies possess gravity.

He describes a device for generating electricity from cosmic particles, involving an aquarium-like setup with sand and metal sheets. He also mentions an experiment where a ring jumped into the air, which he attributes to his 'electro-craft' propulsion system. A physics lecturer explains this phenomenon as conventional electrotechnology involving electromagnets and induced currents in an aluminum ring.

Menger also describes building an 'electro-ray' using a neon tube, mercury, and high voltage, which allegedly created a beam of light capable of burning a hole in a cement wall. Pentagon representatives showed interest in this invention.

The article notes that Menger's claims are often met with skepticism, with some suggesting he is a fantasist or a mythomaniac. His move to Florida is attributed to a scandal related to his UFO stories and business failure.

Connie Menger reflects on her experiences, describing them as a "fantastic fantasy" and questioning the reality of Howard's claims, while acknowledging that the events and people involved seemed real at the time. She expresses growing unease about the UFO field and her marriage to a contactee.

Analysis of Menger's Claims

The article questions the authenticity of Menger's stories, pointing out that his claims about flying saucers and teleportation have been inconsistent. During a TV appearance on Long John Nebel's show, Menger seemed to backtrack on his earlier statements, suggesting his experiences might have been psychic impressions or misinterpretations. The article suggests that Menger might be a storyteller who enjoys the attention and financial benefits from his lectures and books, or that he lives in a fantasy world.

Other Content

• Astronomical Information: The issue includes a star chart for August 1, 1992, and details the positions and visibility of planets (Mercury, Venus, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune) for July-September 1992.
• Press Clippings: A section titled "Pressklipp" (Press Clipping) includes an article about "Cirkelstudier för ufo-specialister" (Study Circles for UFO Specialists), mentioning Ufo-Sverige's efforts to document crop circles in England and Sweden. Another clipping reports on the construction of a "landing strip for flying saucers" near Budapest, Hungary.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are the supernatural (ghosts) and UFO phenomena (extraterrestrial contact, spacecraft, inventors). The editorial stance appears to be one of presenting sensational claims, particularly those of Howard Menger, while also injecting a degree of skepticism and questioning the veracity of these accounts. The article on Menger, in particular, balances his extraordinary claims with critical analysis and expert opinions, suggesting that his stories may be products of fantasy, self-deception, or deliberate fabrication. The inclusion of astronomical data and news about UFO study groups provides a broader context for the magazine's focus on the unexplained and the speculative.

This document is a single page from the "Stockholms UFO-förenings informationsblad" (Stockholm UFO Association's Information Sheet). The page is predominantly a plain blue background with a single statement at the bottom.

Reproduction Policy

The text on the page states: "Återgivning av originalartiklar ur informationsbladet får ske endast om källan anges: Stockholms UFO-förenings informationsblad." This translates to: "Reproduction of original articles from the information sheet is only permitted if the source is stated: Stockholms UFO-förenings informationsblad."

This indicates a policy regarding the reuse of content published in their information sheet, emphasizing the need for proper attribution to the Stockholm UFO Association.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

Given the limited content of this single page, the primary theme is the proper citation and source attribution for published materials. The editorial stance, as inferred from this statement, is one that values the integrity of its published work and requires acknowledgment when it is reproduced elsewhere. There is no other editorial content, articles, or specific UFO-related information presented on this page.