Stockholms UFO-Nytt - 1995 No 2

Magazine Overview

Title: Stockholms UFO-nytt
Issue: 2/95
Date: 1995
Publisher: Stockholms UFO-förening (STUFO)
Country: Sweden
Language: Swedish
Document Type: Magazine Issue

This issue of Stockholms UFO-nytt, the information bulletin for the Stockholm UFO Association, delves into several prominent UFO-related topics. The cover story questions the authenticity of the infamous Roswell autopsy film, suggesting it might be a CIA-produced hoax. The magazine also provides an in-depth look at the Tunguska event of 1908, exploring various scientific theories about its cause, and revisits the classic Betty and Barney Hill abduction case, detailing their experiences and the subsequent hypnotic regression sessions.

Articles and Features

"Är obduktionsfilmen en CIA-produkt?" (Is the Autopsy Film a CIA Product?)

The editorial piece by Stefan Roslund opens by noting the end of summer and the upcoming autumn, which brings another issue of STUFO-nytt. It highlights the increased media attention on UFOs, particularly the British documentary on Roswell which was shown on TV4 due to public demand. The article then poses the question about the authenticity of the 'autopsy film,' acknowledging that while some aspects suggest it could be genuine, others point to the contrary. A theory is presented that the film might be a fabrication by the US Air Force and CIA, designed to ultimately expose the Roswell incident as a hoax and discredit UFO phenomena. However, the author expresses doubt about the effectiveness of such a strategy. The issue also promises coverage of the first known abduction case (Hill), an excerpt from a student's essay on UFOs, and theories surrounding the Tunguska meteorite.

"Domedagen i Tunguska" (The Tunguska Doomsday)

This article details the catastrophic event that occurred on June 30, 1908, at 07:17 local time, when an explosion with a force equivalent to 1000 Hiroshima bombs occurred eight kilometers above the remote Tunguska region in Siberia. The blast devastated an area of 1600 km2, flattening trees like matchsticks. The sound was heard up to 160 miles away, and unusual light phenomena were observed in Europe a week later, with photographs showing daylight at night. The Royal Meteorological Society registered a shockwave that circled the globe twice. Eyewitness accounts describe a blinding fireball and heatwaves causing burns. The article recounts the efforts of geologist Leonid Kulik, who led expeditions in the 1920s to investigate the event. Despite finding no meteorite fragments, Kulik noted peculiar holes in the swamp which he initially believed were impact craters, but later concluded were unrelated to a meteorite. Kulik was murdered by Nazis during the war, never finding a definitive answer to what happened.

"Olika teorier" (Different Theories)

This section explores various theories proposed to explain the Tunguska event. In the 1950s, astronomer Frank Whipple suggested it was the first instance of Earth being hit by a comet, a theory initially dismissed but later gaining traction. Following the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, some drew parallels, suggesting a similar nuclear explosion. The UFO hysteria of the 1950s led to the theory of a malfunctioning alien spacecraft making a crash landing. Later, in the 1960s and 70s, physicists debated the possibility of a small black hole passing through Earth. The article also discusses antimatter as a potential cause, though it notes that an antimatter explosion would likely occur at a higher altitude. The article references a Russian book illustrating these theories and mentions that the explosion's altitude of eight kilometers was determined through model experiments.

"Lösningen?" (The Solution?)

This part of the Tunguska article presents Arthur C. Clarke's theory that the event might be linked to the Beta-Taurid meteor shower, which Earth's orbit crossed on June 30, 1908. Clarke suggests that a large meteor from this shower vaporized in the atmosphere, creating an intense, short-lived "blowtorch effect" that reached the ground. The article cites Conny Ljung as the author of this section and lists Arthur C. Clarke's "Mysterious World" and Patrick Moore's "Domedagsboken" as sources.

"Det första kända ombordtagningsfallet" (The First Known Abduction Case)

This article recounts the famous abduction case of Betty and Barney Hill. Following Kenneth Arnold's 1947 sighting of 'flying saucers,' reports of UFOs and alien encounters increased. Ten years later, the phenomenon of human abduction began to be reported. The first widely known case involved Antonio Villas-Boas in Brazil in 1957, who claimed to have been taken aboard a craft. The article then focuses on Betty and Barney Hill, who on September 19, 1961, while driving home, encountered a strange light that grew larger and brighter. They stopped their car, and Barney approached the object, seeing several beings in the windows. He was overcome with fear and they fled. Later, they experienced a period of missing time and a strange beeping sound. They sought help from psychiatrist Dr. Benjamin Simon, who conducted hypnosis sessions. Under hypnosis, both described similar experiences of being taken aboard a craft and subjected to medical examinations. Betty described seeing a rotating cigar-shaped object with rows of windows, and beings. Barney recounted being drawn to the craft and seeing figures. Both described being examined, with Betty undergoing what she believed was a pregnancy test. The article notes that Dr. Simon concluded they had experienced a deep emotional disturbance but did not believe the abduction was real, suggesting it might have stemmed from dreams. The case gained wider attention through John G. Fuller's book "The Interrupted Journey" and the film "The UFO Incident."

"På återbesök i Martebo" (Revisiting Martebo)

This report details a two-week UFO-Sweden project in Martebo, Gotland, conducted between April 1 and 14. The project involved 20 members and utilized instruments like a weather station, an IR-camera, and video cameras. Researchers interviewed Signe Jacobsson and Ingemar Gotvik, who grew up near the site of reported light phenomena. They also interviewed Anders Samuelsson, who had also witnessed the lights. Signe Jacobsson described seeing strange lights, like a large sun, since 1923, noting that people were hesitant to discuss such experiences due to fear of being labeled crazy. The light has become a tourist attraction, but despite extensive observation efforts by UFO-Sweden, no definitive sightings were made during this expedition, partly due to poor weather conditions. One researcher reported seeing a light resembling a lifebuoy through an IR-camera, which then disappeared into the ground.

"Ljuset på Martebomyr" (The Light on Martebomyr)

This is a reference to a 13-page booklet by Inga-Lill Wallin, the chairwoman of UFO-Stockholm, which further details the history of the Martebo light, her expeditions, and theories about the phenomenon. The booklet can be ordered for 51 SEK.

"Inkomna rapporter april-maj" (Incoming Reports April-May)

This section summarizes UFO sightings reported to UFO-Sweden during April and May 1995. A total of 23 cases were received, with 9 originating from the Stockholm area. Specific sightings include:

• April 9: A woman in Stenhamra, Ekerö, saw a medium-sized star moving in a straight line before ascending at a 90-degree angle.
• April 19: A man in Västerhaninge observed a pale, white light with multiple points of light approaching from the southeast. He described it as a craft with a luminous underside and a strange, cold, flickering glow, appearing to glide weightlessly. The observation lasted about seven to eight seconds.
• April 29: A woman in Krusboda, Tyresö, saw six boomerang-shaped lights moving in relation to each other, moving rapidly from southwest to northeast.
• May 4: An observer in Salem saw a grey, blue, and green aurora-like phenomenon moving westward, followed by "shooting stars" in a V-formation that descended and then ascended.
• May 4 (later): A woman in Tyresö reported seeing three luminous points forming a triangle with darkness in between, emitting a bluish-white glow.
• May 20 (23:30-00:00): A woman in Skarpnäck saw a very large object with a strong light and many small light points, possibly windows. It appeared to dissolve and then reappear.
• May 20 (evening): A man in Vårberg saw something resembling a small, half-cigar, about 2.5-3 cm long (relatively), emitting a 60-watt lamp-like glow. It moved horizontally at high speed and disappeared.
• Week 21 (23:00-01:30): A man on Tulegatan in Stockholm observed an extremely large object at a very high altitude, estimated to be three times larger than Polaris, with six to seven lights that sometimes turned orange-red. Smaller objects were also mentioned.
• May 23 (around 10:00): A woman in her bed saw a cigar-shaped object through her window. It was low and approximately 100 meters away, described as three to four meters long, metallic, and shiny.

"Humorsidan" (Humor Page)

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Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue of Stockholms UFO-nytt are the investigation of unexplained aerial phenomena, the exploration of various theories surrounding these events, and the reporting of contemporary sightings. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry, presenting different perspectives and theories while also documenting firsthand accounts from witnesses. The magazine aims to inform its members and the public about UFO phenomena, encouraging critical thinking and further investigation. There is a clear interest in historical cases like Tunguska and Roswell, as well as contemporary reports from Sweden and abroad. The publication also seems to promote related publications like UFO-Aktuellt and Rapport Nytt, indicating a network within the UFO research community.

Title: Stockholms UFO-nytt
Issue: 2/1995
Date: 1995
Publisher: Stockholms UFO-förening
Country: Sweden
Language: Swedish

This issue of Stockholms UFO-nytt delves into the phenomenon of unidentified flying objects (UFOs) from various perspectives, featuring historical accounts, modern sightings, and personal reflections.

UFO-fenomenet ur gymnasistperspektiv (The UFO Phenomenon from a High School Student's Perspective)

This main article, written by Lars Amnestål, a member of STUFO, explores the history of UFO phenomena. Amnestål's interest in the unknown began early, leading him to write a comprehensive high school essay on the subject. The article presents excerpts from this essay, focusing on historical observations and more recent, verifiable reports.

Ancient Observations

The article begins by examining early accounts, predating the 20th century. It mentions an observation in Egypt around 1480 BC during the reign of Pharaoh Thotmes III, where a large ring of fire was seen in the sky, dividing into smaller ones that shone like the sun. It also references the biblical prophet Ezekiel's vision by the river Kebar (in present-day Iraq), describing a 'flaming cloud' with 'storm winds' from which emerged strange objects like 'wheels within wheels' with 'rings of eyes'. These objects, described as 'flaming coals' and 'shining copper', landed and disgorged strange beings before departing with a roar.

A Maya legend is recounted, telling of a giant eagle descending from the sky and releasing four strange beings, described as 'unknown to our tribe' and not breathing 'the air we breathe'. Ancient Roman chronicles mention strange ships crossing the sky in 216 BC, and a round, shimmering disc was sighted in Arpi. In 99 BC, 'flaming torches' fell from the sky north of Rome, accompanied by a strange light from the west.

More recent historical accounts include an event in Leipzig on July 9, 1686, where residents saw an enormous metal sphere launch two smaller, glowing satellites. In 1756, a 'celestial sphere' appeared over Stockholm, emitting a beam like a spotlight. On October 30, 1772, the Norrköpings Wecko-Tidningar reported a 'fireball' the size of a 'Thee-Fats' seen in foggy weather.

Observations and Events during the 20th Century

The article then shifts to the 20th century, starting with an event in 1908, known as the 'Attack in the Arctic'. A mysterious cylinder-shaped ship reportedly crashed into the atmosphere and exploded over the Tunguska River in Siberia, causing devastation over five hundred square meters. While some attribute this to a meteor, hundreds of Russian peasants reported seeing a cylinder-like object crash.

In 1946, a swarm of UFOs flew over Nordkap, leading to accusations between major powers regarding airspace violations. The article notes that intelligence agencies are actively seeking answers to these mysteries, with conferences establishing that these 'rockets' travel at speeds unattainable by human technology.

After a decade-long absence of UFOs from the Arctic, three objects were observed on February 12, 1967, near a power plant in Point Barrow, Alaska. One object descended towards power lines but stopped just above them, an action that baffled witnesses. Shortly after, power at the plant failed, and generators short-circuited. Witnesses saw the UFO ascend and disappear. The article questions whether the UFO drew power from the lines.

UFOs Increasing Their 'Attack'

This section details more recent and impactful incidents. In February 1968, during a NASA expedition to study the Northern Lights, a peculiar light formation, described as a spearhead with six 'lamps', was observed under the ice in the Arctic. The formation remained stationary while the plane moved, ruling out reflections. The article questions who placed this marking and if it indicated a UFO base.

In January 1970, near Heinala, Finland, two men on skis witnessed three objects in the sky. As the objects approached, one of the men felt his body burning, and both were temporarily blinded, fearing for their lives. They managed to reach the city and receive medical attention. The objects were described as glowing strangely. Doctors attributed their severe burns and steel injuries to unknown causes, not UFO contact.

The 'final attack' occurred on January 3, 1971, near Kuusamo, Finland. UFOs lit up the arctic night, causing cars to stop and electricity to fail. A Finnish army radar station reported a convoy of sixteen objects flying north at 2,500 km/h, with increasing speed. For several days, UFOs swarmed the arctic skies. In Kalix, Sweden, residents reported a close encounter, with some UFOs landing and 'humanoids' firing 'ray guns' at them.

The article speculates about the reasons for these events in the Arctic and the possibility of UFO bases near the North Pole.

Pilots and UFOs

It is noted that pilots are well-trained to identify atmospheric phenomena but often hesitate to report UFO sightings due to fear of losing their jobs, especially within organizations like USAF and NASA, which are accused of suppressing such reports through secrecy. Pilots who do report are sometimes sidelined until they recant their stories to the media or are dismissed.

The article then recounts the 'Kidnapping in Kinross' incident from November 13, 1953. Two fishermen spotted a UFO over Lake Superior, Michigan, which was then tracked by radar at the Kinross airbase. Lieutenants Felix Moncla and R.R. Wilson were dispatched in an F-89 jet to pursue the UFO. After flying for several minutes, they reported the UFO was approaching them closely. Suddenly, their radio transmissions ceased. A two-day search for wreckage yielded nothing, and the F-89 jet and its pilots vanished without a trace.

Another mysterious disappearance occurred on August 2, 1947, involving a British airliner, 'Stardust', captained by R.J. Cook. As the plane was about to land in Santiago, Chile, at 17:41, radio contact was lost. The word 'Stendec' was heard, but its meaning remains a mystery. The plane vanished from radar and has not been seen since.

The Mantell Incident

This section details a classic case involving a pilot losing his life in a UFO encounter. On January 7, 1948, in Mayville, Kentucky, a fast-moving object was reported. A police car was dispatched, and reports from the public flooded in. The object was described as being at least a hundred meters in diameter and moving faster than 'Horn-Pers Easter witches' (a colloquialism for high speed). The police alerted Godman Air Force Base. Initially thought to be a weather balloon, the object's change in speed and direction led to a reassessment. A group of Mustang planes was scrambled, and Flight Commander Captain Thomas Mantell Jr. was instructed to follow and identify the object at 4,000 meters altitude.

As Mantell approached the object, his Mustang plane exploded, scattering debris over a square kilometer. While some suggested Mantell was chasing a reflection in his canopy, others believed it was a UFO, questioning how a reflection could cause a plane to explode.

An accompanying note suggests that evidence indicates Mantell was chasing a balloon, referencing a previous article in UFO-Aktuellt 3/94.

Comment from the Author

Lars Amnestål reflects on his lifelong interest in space and unexplained phenomena, which began in his early teens. He describes actively searching the night sky for unusual sights and learning about stars, aircraft lights, and satellites. During his time in high school, he was chairman of a small UFO club called UFO-Tumba. His intention with the essay was to spark interest among his skeptical classmates and teachers. He admits that the selection of events and the terminology used were somewhat biased and militant, a fact he regrets from an eighteen-year-old's perspective, lacking critical research skills at the time. He states that his current goal is not to create sensation but to contribute to finding sustainable explanations for UFO phenomena, whatever they may be.

Symposium for Trans-Disciplinary Science

An announcement for a symposium titled 'Symposium for Trans-Disciplinary Science: A Trans-Disciplinary Forum' to be held on October 14-15, 1995, at Martinskolan in Stockholm. The symposium plans to feature lectures and practical experiments related to parapsychology, ufology, and earth radiation. Speakers include Jens Tellefsen, Clas Svahn, Håkan Ekstrand, and Inga-Lill Wallin, who will discuss the Martebo project. The registration fee is 300 SEK, payable to pg-konto 51 85 07-9. Contact Jörgen Granlie of UFO-Sverige for more information.

UFO-Sverige Exhibition

An announcement for a mini-exhibition from UFO-Sverige to be held on Saturday, October 28, 1995, at the UFO-Stockholm club premises in Barkarby. The exhibition will showcase famous international and Swedish UFO cases, including the Gösta Carlsson case, and information about cases from the Stockholm area. The exhibition will be open from approximately 10:00 to 16:00. Members of UFO-Stockholm will be present to answer questions, and coffee will be served.

Humor Section: BYTT, BYTT... (Trade, Trade...)

This humorous short story, written by Nikolaj Orechov and Georgij Sjisjko, is presented as being from the now-defunct magazine 'Nyheter från Sovjetunionen' (News from the Soviet Union). The story features an alien landing in a spaceship and attempting to trade technology for gasoline. The alien, who collects 'ideological antiquities', offers an 'anti-gravity' device in exchange for twenty liters of gasoline. The narrator, a human, initially tries to trade for an 'eternal motion machine' but finds the alien's offers unappealing. The alien claims to have traded his anti-gravity device for a 'rocket' and offers the 'idea' of anti-gravity, but the narrator insists on the device itself. The alien eventually agrees to give the anti-gravity device as a 'gift' in exchange for the gasoline, but then claims he used it as ballast because it was outdated without 'knitting needles'. The alien departs, leaving the narrator to wonder if the alien will return needing to trade for knitting needles.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently explores the UFO phenomenon with a focus on historical documentation and contemporary sightings. There's an underlying theme of potential government secrecy and cover-ups, particularly concerning pilot testimonies. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry into unexplained phenomena, while also acknowledging the need for critical analysis, as suggested by Lars Amnestål's self-reflection on his earlier work. The inclusion of a humorous story suggests a lighter, more accessible approach to the subject matter, alongside serious investigative articles.