Studiekreds Bladet - 1974 No 06

Magazine Overview

This issue, Nr. 6 of "STUDIEKREDS-BLADET" from August 1974, is the first issue of the "1. årgang" (1st volume) after the summer break. The magazine is published by SUFOI and serves as an orientation from their study circles, focusing on current UFO-related topics. The cover prominently features the question "ER UFOLOGI FARLIGT???" (Is Ufology Dangerous???), indicating a key article by Håkan Blomquist. Other highlighted sections include "SCIENCE" and "OBSERVATIONS TEKNIK".

Editorial (Leder)

The editorial notes that this issue is thinner than usual due to the summer holiday, with fewer reports from study circles. However, it promises other interesting content. It introduces an article by Håkan Blomquist, "Er Ufologi Farlig?", originally published in "Dansk UFO Tidsskrift" and reprinted with permission. The editor acknowledges that the article raises important points that may be new to readers and invites discussion on whether Blomquist's claims are accurate.

The editorial also touches upon the phenomenon of "de sorte mænd" (the black men), stating that the editorial team does not necessarily consider these reports correct but encourages reader contributions. The "black men" are described as extraterrestrial visitors working within military and government sectors, reportedly acting to suppress serious UFO research. They are said to threaten or intimidate individuals involved in UFO investigations.

The editorial highlights significant changes in the magazine's presentation, including a new printing arrangement with SUFOI's printer in Dragør, moving from spirit duplication to a more secure method. The magazine has also switched to a two-column format to improve readability and appearance. These improvements are made without increasing the subscription price, despite a rise in postage costs.

It is announced that the deadline for submitting material for the next issue is the 15th of each month, emphasizing the need for timely contributions from study groups.

Articles and Features

"Er Ufologi Farligt?" (Is Ufology Dangerous?)

This article, by Håkan Blomquist, is presented as a significant piece that prompts discussion on the potential risks associated with ufology. The editorial team encourages readers to engage with the topic.

"De Sorte Mænd" (The Black Men)

The editorial discusses the "black men" phenomenon, describing them as extraterrestrial agents who allegedly interfere with UFO research. The editorial team is seeking more information and material on this topic from readers.

SCIENCE

A new section, "SCIENCE," is introduced, promising exciting news from the scientific world every two months. The current issue features an article about the discovery of a cave in France where human-like beings reportedly lived about 1,000,000 years ago. This section also includes news from the Broager/Felsted group.

OBSERVATIONSTEKNIK (Observation Technique)

This is a detailed article, adapted from materials by S.U.F.C.I. and I.G.A.P. and prepared by Sven Madsen of the Fredericia UFO Gruppe. It outlines a systematic approach to observing and reporting UFO phenomena. Key points include noting the time, location, weather, number of objects, appearance (shape, color, light), sound, estimated size, position, speed, and any maneuvers. It provides methods for estimating size and position, such as using finger spans and compass directions.

"OG SÅ TILLOD DE SIG AT FORKLARE RAPPORTEN" (And Then They Allowed Themselves to Explain the Report)

This article by Peter Alf Hansen discusses the concept of study circles and reporting. It is presented as a significant piece that encourages UFO groups to send all their reports to the SUFOI Rapportcentral.

NYT FRA FREDERICIA UFO GRUPPE (News from Fredericia UFO Group)

This section provides a meeting report from June 4, 1974. The meeting covered recent UFO activity (or lack thereof), a discussion about the Lillebæltsområdet (Little Belt area) as a hotspot for observations, and a summary of a cooperation meeting held on May 10, 1974. The group noted many smaller and some longer observations in the Lillebæltsområdet. They also discussed "mysterious coincidences" and an article suggesting UFOs draw energy from the area. During a coffee break, discussions touched on the group's finances, which are described as not having a large surplus, limiting their ability to fund activities like guest speakers or slide shows. A proposal to use a school room instead of KFUM was rejected.

"DEN FARLIGE UFOLOGI" (The Dangerous Ufology)

This is described as a very interesting article by Swedish writer Håkan Blomquist, appearing on pages 16-17.

"NÆSTE GANG BRINGER VI BL.A." (Next Time We Will Bring, Among Other Things...)

Future content will include UFO types (part 2 of the Fredericia UFO Gruppe article), news about "the black men," and news from study circles.

SUFOF-nyt (SUFOF News)

This section, written by Henrik Jerry Henriksen, discusses the ongoing debate and potential merger between Skandinavisk UFO Forening (SUFOF) and SUFOI. Henriksen congratulates Studiekredsbladet on its half-year anniversary and emphasizes the importance of preserving the publication for inter-group communication.

He expresses disappointment that Studiekredsbladet will no longer be printed by SUFOF but understands the quality issues. He notes that SUFOI is now printing the magazine.

The core of the "SUFOF-nyt" section is the discussion about a proposed merger. SUFOI proposed that SUFOF become the "SUFOI's Copenhagen Committee," handling the Greater Copenhagen area. SUFOI offered full access to their archives and research results, emphasizing a collaborative approach where credit is shared and there is no "secrecy mongering." Henriksen supports the merger, viewing continued separate operation as "utopian" due to inevitable competition and duplication of effort. He argues that the focus should be on the UFO issue itself, not on organizational size.

However, a significant obstacle is the lack of an astronomical department within SUFOI, which SUFOF possesses. Claus Jensen, the head of SUFOF's astronomical department (following Johnny Bock's departure due to lack of time), states that they will only agree to a merger if a new astronomical department is established within SUFOI, or they will continue independently.

Henriksen also criticizes the overlap of work among UFO groups, suggesting that SUFOI has not effectively "outsourced" tasks to study circles as originally intended, leading to inefficiency. He calls for study circles to share their opinions on this matter.

Comments (Kommentarer)

The editorial team of Studiekredsbladet fully supports the idea of merging SUFOI and SUFOF. They believe it would significantly expand the workforce and help address the backlog of tasks at SUFOI. They offer a dedicated column in the magazine for the future Copenhagen committee of SUFOF to report on activities in the area, such as planning public meetings.

The team hopes that SUFOF will become an independent department within SUFOI after a potential vote, ensuring equal influence in decision-making. They suggest changing the publication's name from "Nyt med SUFOF" to "Nyt fra SUFOI's Københavnsudvalg" (News from SUFOI's Copenhagen Committee).

Regarding Henrik Henriksen's point about overlapping tasks, the editorial team questions the number of study circles seriously engaged in research. They recall that Studiekredsbladet was intended to facilitate the "outsourcing" of research tasks to UFO groups to avoid duplication, a goal they feel SUFOI has failed to meet. They encourage readers to send in their opinions on this issue.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine strongly advocates for collaboration and efficiency within the Danish UFO community. It champions the idea of a unified organization (SUFOI and SUFOF merger) to streamline efforts and avoid duplication. The editorial team is open to new ideas and encourages reader participation in discussions, particularly on controversial topics like the "black men" and the potential dangers of ufology. There is a clear emphasis on practical research, systematic observation, and the importance of disseminating information effectively through their publication. The magazine also highlights scientific findings relevant to the UFO field.

Title: STUDIEKREDSBLADET
Issue: nr. 7
Date: April 1974
Publisher: Dansk UFO Center (DUFOC)
Country: Denmark
Language: Danish

This issue of STUDIEKREDSBLADET, a publication from the Dansk UFO Center, focuses on critical aspects of UFO research, archaeological discoveries, and the potential pitfalls of ufology.

Article: "OG SÅ MILLOD DE SIG AT FORKLARE RAPPORTEN !!!" by Peter Alf Hansen

Peter Alf Hansen, head of SUFOI's PR/Information department, addresses the crucial issue of UFO report handling. He emphasizes that the primary material for UFO research consists of reports submitted from around the world, particularly from Denmark. Hansen stresses the importance of consolidating these reports at a central location, SUFOI's Rapportcentral, to facilitate meaningful analysis and comparison. He criticizes the tendency for study circles or groups to withhold reports or send them to multiple organizations, which hinders comprehensive research and the creation of a unified overview.

Hansen argues that SUFOI is the only organization in Denmark with sufficient data to conduct meaningful comparative studies. He highlights that the value of a report increases when it can be corroborated by other independent reports. The more reports SUFOI receives, the greater the potential for significant results in understanding unidentified phenomena.

He strongly advocates for all UFO reports to be sent to SUFOI's Rapportcentral without exception. He also suggests that groups inform SUFOI about ongoing investigations before submitting reports, as SUFOI might be able to assist. The article expresses concern that if groups continue to withhold or misdirect reports, it could lead to a fragmented understanding of the UFO phenomenon in Denmark.

Article: "STUDIEKREDSBLADET's Comments"

The editorial staff of STUDIEKREDSBLADET supports Peter A. Hansen's call for submitting all UFO reports to SUFOI. They reiterate that UFO reports are the sole material available for research and that their loss, due to not being sent to SUFOI, is detrimental. They emphasize that SUFOI's extensive collection of reports allows for unique comparative analysis, which no other Danish group can match.

The editors urge readers to remember the importance of the annual report compilation and how corroborating reports enhance their value. They also note that a larger volume of reports allows for greater potential in understanding unidentified objects in our atmosphere.

The article concludes by stating that STUDIEKREDSBLADET will actively inform its readers about this issue and encourages those who disagree with Hansen's views on report collection to voice their opinions through the magazine for a constructive debate.

Article: "OBSERVATIONSTEKNIK" by Fredericia UFO Gruppe (Sven Madsen)

This section, the first part of a two-part article, lists and briefly describes various observation techniques related to UFO sightings. The second part, to be published in a future issue, will cover different types of UFOs with illustrative drawings.

Article: "SCIENCE" - "VUGGEN OG HULEN" (The Cradle and the Cave)

This new recurring section, "SCIENCE," aims to bring news from the scientific world to readers every two months. This installment features exciting new archaeological findings from France.

The article details the discovery of "Le Trou du Tachou" (The Badger's Cave) near Roquebrune-Cap-Martin. Initially discovered in 1962, further research by Professor Henry de Lumley and his wife, archaeologist Marie-Antoinette, suggests that human-like beings inhabited this cave at least 1,000,000 years ago. This predates the previously oldest known European human site, Stranska Skala in Czechoslovakia, dated to about 700,000 years ago.

De Lumley's assessment is based on paleomagnetic measurements of the soil. He theorizes that during a warmer period about 1.5 million years ago, rising Mediterranean waters may have initially shaped the cave, leaving behind fossilized marine life. Later, around 1,000,000 years ago, as the sea receded and a new ice age began, early humans likely sought refuge in the cave.

Although no bones of these early inhabitants were found, evidence such as flint tools, crystal knives, and carved antlers indicates their presence. De Lumley highlights the discovery of quartz tools as the oldest primitive tools found, suggesting a "quartz crystal culture" in Europe. The presence of animal bones (elephants, lions, bears, etc.) suggests these beings may have brought prey into the cave. De Lumley questions whether these early inhabitants were hunters or scavengers, noting the condition of the animal remains.

The article raises questions about the evolution and migration of early humans, particularly the Australopithecines, and how they might have spread from Africa to Europe and Asia. De Lumley speculates that there might have been multiple "cradles" for humanity, possibly including one in Europe.

This article was originally published in the English magazine TIME, Europe, on April 29, 1974, and translated into Danish by Torsten Dam-Jensen.

Section: "NYT FRA BROAGERLAND / FELSTED UFO GRUPPE"

This section reports on activities in the southern Jutland UFO community. John Hansen, leader of Broagerlands UFO Kreds, has been appointed as a representative for SUFOF Skandinavisk UFO Forening. The report notes that John Hansen was hospitalized for a month due to a leg injury, which affected the group's activity during the summer.

It is mentioned that SUFOF is in negotiations with Skandinavisk UFO Information regarding a merger. John Hansen also participated in a collaborative meeting in Fredericia with various Danish UFO groups.

The report highlights a common challenge faced by UFO study circles: the gradual loss of active members, with few new members joining to replace them. John Hansen's group has lost two members, one to military service and another to vocational training.

Kai E. Møller, a SUFOI representative, is working with others to revive the old Felsted UFO Kreds, as the distance to the Broager group is too great.

Article: "DEN FARLIGE UFOLOGI" (The Dangerous Ufology) by Håkan Blomquist

Håkan Blomquist discusses the potential dangers of engaging with ufology. He categorizes these dangers into two main groups:

1. The Mind-Binding Effect of Ufology: This refers to how an intense focus on ufology can cause individuals to lose touch with reality. They become so immersed in a specific aspect of UFO phenomena that they neglect other perspectives. Blomquist shares a personal experience with this effect, describing it as characterized by wishful thinking, a lack of logic and common sense, and an unwillingness to accept facts. He suggests that this effect contributes to the reluctance of scientists and intellectuals to engage with the UFO subject.

To counteract this, Blomquist advises that active ufologists should not indiscriminately introduce new people to the field. Instead, newcomers should be taught critical and logical thinking, and encouraged to approach the subject with a scientific method. He believes that UFO research is not well-suited for large organizations, as they tend to attract individuals who may not be psychologically stable or intellectually equipped for the subject. He recommends forming small research teams or informal groups instead.

2. UFO-Beings: The article discusses the unknown motives of UFO-beings and suggests that some may not have good intentions. Contactees often receive conflicting information, and it is believed that these beings can manipulate individuals into believing their messages and spreading them as "gospel." Contact persons may develop a psychological block that prevents them from recognizing logical inconsistencies in the messages.

Blomquist warns that individuals attempting to withdraw from contact experiences often face mysterious incidents and may even put their lives at risk. He likens these experiences to "psychic attacks" in occult terminology, which can lead to mental breakdown or constant psychological disturbances.

He suggests that some UFO phenomena might be manifestations of "satanic" forces. He emphasizes that UFOs are not to be trifled with and that many ufologists who have realized the potential dangers have withdrawn from the field.

Blomquist argues that the real question is not *if* UFOs exist, but *why* they are here. He stresses the need for competence in investigating contactees and their messages, urging caution and attentiveness. He lists essential qualities for a ufologist serious about solving the UFO mystery: psychological strength and stability, clear intellect, an open mind, and a sense of humor.

Recommendations for Contactees:
* Never work alone on a "deeper" contact case; work in teams of two or more.
* Maintain a "safe distance" from the craft and any beings, and avoid direct exposure to lights or rays.
* If time seems to be lost during an encounter, seek medical attention to undergo hypnosis and determine what happened during the missing period.

Blomquist hopes that this information will reach a wider audience to prevent more people from falling into trouble due to ignorance.

This article is from the Danish UFO Journal, nr. 2, 1974, published by Dansk UFO Center. It was translated from Swedish to Danish by Willy Wegner with Håkon Blomquist's permission.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue revolve around the critical importance of organized and rigorous UFO research, emphasizing the role of central data collection (SUFOI). There's a strong undercurrent of caution regarding the potential psychological and even spiritual dangers associated with the study of UFO phenomena and direct contact with alleged entities. The editorial stance appears to be one of promoting scientific methodology, critical thinking, and a responsible approach to ufology, while also acknowledging the significant archaeological findings that touch upon human origins. The magazine actively encourages reader participation and debate on these crucial topics.