Studiekreds Bladet - 1975 No 01

Magazine Overview

Title: STUDIEKREDSBLADET
Issue: 1
Volume: 2
Date: 1975
Publisher: STUDIEKREDSBLADET
Country: Denmark
Language: Danish

This issue of STUDIEKREDSBLADET, the second volume and first issue of 1975, serves as a communication platform for Danish UFO study circles and organizations. The cover features a stylized title and a grid indicating the publication schedule for the year. The magazine aims to improve contact between groups, share information on their activities, and foster collaborative research.

Editorial Content

Leder (Editorial)

The editorial reflects on the economic and political climate of 1975, expressing hope that it won't negatively impact the magazine. It addresses feedback regarding the subscription price, noting a slight increase due to reduced annual production to six issues while maintaining the 20.00 kr price. The editor expresses a commitment to keeping the price stable in 1976 and potentially increasing the number of pages. The editorial also touches upon printing issues, specifically delays caused by the printer's move and a forgotten cover design for issue number 10, which resulted in a month-long delay. The editor apologizes for these shortcomings, emphasizing that UFO work is largely voluntary and that such issues are common when relying on volunteer efforts. Despite these challenges, the commitment is to ensure timely delivery and readability in 1975.

Indholdsfortegnelse (Table of Contents)

• The table of contents outlines the various sections and articles within the issue, including:
• Front page
• Magazine data and table of contents
• Editorial (Leder)
• News from Fredericia UFO Gruppe
• News from Virum UFO Kreds
• News from SUFOI's Københavnsudvalg
• News from SUFOI Lolland-Falster
• "Et år er gået" (A Year Has Passed)
• UFO 75
• DEBATKASSEN (Debate Box) on SUFOI and study circle functions
• Article continuation
• Information about the printing press

Key Sections and Articles

News from Fredericia UFO Gruppe:
This section includes meeting reports from November 8th and December 26th, 1974. The November meeting discussed observations by a person referred to as 'Finnen,' who allegedly captured photographic evidence of UFOs. The quality of these images was deemed good and potentially genuine after initial examination. The meeting also addressed subscription price increases for various UFO magazines. A planned meeting with Østergaard Jensen was initially scheduled for November 12th but was postponed to November 22nd.

A detailed report from the November 22nd meeting with Østergaard Jensen, a retired mechanic and radio amateur, is provided. Jensen discussed experiencing strong radio static during electrical rainstorms, which he believes is caused by electrical charges in the atmosphere affecting radio signals. He also noted a pattern of this static disappearing at specific locations while driving, leading him to map these points and identify a parabolic line. This line appears to delineate a magnetically active field on Fyn.

The December 26th meeting report mentions an observation of a UFO near Middelfart Sparekasse, initially mistaken for a shooting star. The group also discussed their ongoing project to map UFO observations across Denmark, Norway, and Sweden, requiring a large map and back issues of UFO publications. Decisions were made regarding the distribution of Studiekredsbladet within the group and the payment for circulating copies.

News from Virum UFO Kreds:
This section details upcoming meetings for early 1975. Topics include observations by Superintendent Maarup, news from space probes like Mariner and Pioneer, and a review of Danish newspaper coverage of UFOs in 1974. Another meeting will revisit Einstein's theory of relativity. Later meetings will cover J. Allen Hynek's "UFO Documented," theories on the origin of life, and a review of recent issues of UFO-Nyt. The section highlights that Studiekredsbladet has completed its first year and proposes that Virum UFO Kreds subscribe to the magazine to facilitate contact between UFO groups.

News from SUFOI's Københavnsudvalg (Copenhagen Branch):
The author, writing as the new representative for SUFOI's Copenhagen branch, reflects on 1974 as a year where Studiekredsbladet proved its worth. The branch has been active since late 1974, tackling various tasks despite members having other jobs. They are preparing for a public UFO lecture in Valby in February 1975 and are involved in its organization. The text suggests that unemployed individuals might consider contributing to UFO work. The branch is seeking interested individuals to join their UFO efforts and notes changes in SUFOI's management, emphasizing the need for fresh energy. They also mention an upcoming 'sensation' on the UFO front that they have been working on for three years and encourage readers to subscribe to UFO-Nyt.

News from Svendborg UFO Klub:
This report details a meeting on January 7th, 1975, attended by five people. The group decided to attend a film screening organized by a flying club. The films demonstrated the ease of operating an aircraft and its capabilities. The next meeting is scheduled for February 4th.

DEBATKASSEN (Debate Box):
This section features discussions and opinions related to SUFOI and the functioning of study circles. One entry addresses the role of Studiekredsbladet, clarifying that while published by SUFOI, it is a cross-organizational publication open to all. Another entry discusses the challenges and rewards of working within UFO organizations, noting that while SUFOI is the leading UFO organization in Denmark, other groups are also active. The importance of serious UFO research and the growing public interest are highlighted. The section also includes a call for comments on previous thoughts shared and a reminder to subscribe to UFO-Nyt.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue include the activities and reports from various Danish UFO study groups, the challenges and rewards of volunteer work in the UFO field, and the importance of communication and collaboration between different organizations. The editorial stance is one of openness to diverse opinions on UFOs, a commitment to providing a platform for discussion, and a desire to see the UFO field grow and gain more serious attention. The magazine positions itself as a vital link between different UFO-related entities in Denmark.

Title: UFO-Nyt
Issue: 7
Volume: 5
Year: 1974

This issue of UFO-Nyt, published by SUFOI (the Danish organization for UFO research), focuses on the activities and perspectives of various SUFOI groups and addresses broader organizational matters within the Danish UFO community.

Lolland-Falster Group Activities

The issue begins with an update from the Lolland-Falster SUFOI group, based in Søllested. Two meetings have been held since the new year, but detailed reports are not yet available as the group is conducting research and wishes to avoid publicizing findings before they are fully understood. Ole Henningsen, a contact person for the group, states that they are investigating many interesting tasks. The group has grown to ten members who are actively working on SUFOI's investigations, including some students who are tasked with specific UFO-related assignments. The article expresses that significant progress is being made in Søllested.

Editorial and Community Contributions

A section titled 'ET ÅR ER GÅET' (A Year Has Passed) reflects on the past year and the continued existence of the Studiekredsbladet (Study Circle Newsletter). The author expresses gratitude to Torsten for his significant efforts in keeping the publication running, emphasizing that without him, the newsletter would not exist. The author also appeals to other groups to contribute material to the publication, seeing it as a small token of thanks for Torsten's work in maintaining the magazine.

There is a call for more information about other UFO groups, with the hope that reading their reports might inspire new ideas. The author encourages all groups to contribute content in 1975 to support both readers and Torsten. The issue also touches upon a discussion regarding the reduction in the annual number of publications. While agreeing with John Juhler that the observation overview loses value when not received monthly, the author suggests a potential solution: an internal bulletin to group leaders during months without a full publication. The ideal scenario would be a 12-issue-per-year publication, but the economic realities for Torsten and the readers are acknowledged.

The editor expresses agreement with Torsten that groups have not sufficiently improved contact with each other, attributing this to factors like distance and lack of time for correspondence. A suggestion is made for group leaders across the country to meet at least once a year, though the cost of such meetings is recognized.

Bent Eriksen from the Fredericia UFO Gruppe also contributes, noting that hobbies, including UFO research, often involve costs. He believes that meetings would strengthen contact between group leaders and benefit the UFO cause. He expresses hope that 1975 will bring progress in solving UFO mysteries and encourages collaboration to strengthen the UFO cause.

SUFOI's Organizational Structure and Operations

A significant portion of the magazine is dedicated to a "DEBATKASSEN" (Debate Box) section, featuring a discussion about SUFOI's organizational structure and operations. This section addresses several questions posed to SUFOI:

SUFOI's Purpose:

1. Clarifying the UFO enigma: Collecting and analyzing UFO observations to understand what they are, where they come from, their purpose, and who is behind them.
2. Pressuring authorities: Using collected information to pressure scientific and governmental bodies to take the UFO problem seriously.
3. Public dissemination: Making information and experiences available to the public through publications, lectures, etc.

Information Dissemination:

SUFOI's information activities include the member magazine "UFO-Nyt" and special "SUFOI-EXTRA" booklets. The first EXTRA, "UFO'er på Radar" (UFOs on Radar), is noted as a success, though perhaps priced too low. Two more EXTRA booklets are planned for the year, along with book publications based on Coral Lorenzen's work. Lectures are actively organized, particularly in Sjælland, with local leaders in other regions also conducting public meetings. Evening school classes are also mentioned.

SUFOI's Approach:

SUFOI claims to follow the most scientific line among Danish UFO organizations. This means rigorously verifying information before disseminating it. When direct verification is impossible, information is only shared if the source is known to adhere to similar verification standards.

Contact Reports:

SUFOI does not bring psychological contact reports because there is no possibility for verification. While occasional "chance" contact reports are published, more extensive ones (like recurring experiences or "runtures") are difficult to verify, pushing them into the realm of belief. SUFOI acknowledges that some members feel the organization has not adequately organized member events, and refers to previous issues of UFO-Nyt for details.

Membership and Leadership:

SUFOI's leadership is selected by a representative body. The question of whether members should elect the organization's leadership democratically is answered with a clear "NO." The current system, where those actively contributing to the cause are elected, is considered more democratic and avoids endless discussions.

Need for Multiple UFO Organizations:

SUFOI believes there is no need for 3-4 UFO organizations in Denmark. However, they acknowledge that different people have varied interests, and each organization may fulfill a specific need. A concern is raised that if one organization disseminates "nonsense," it can negatively impact the reputation of others.

Requirements for Collaborators:

Collaborators are expected to be loyal and stable. Loyalty is crucial for maintaining SUFOI's specific investigative line, while stability ensures consistent progress in their assigned tasks.

UFO Education:

SUFOI's leadership is unfamiliar with the concept of "UFO education" and does not elaborate on it.

Collaboration with Other Organizations:

SUFOI is open to collaboration with other Danish UFO organizations. They entered into a specific cooperation agreement in June, but have not yet received ratification from the partner organizations' members, even after six months. SUFOI emphasizes that they are not the ones delaying the process.

The Term 'Ufolog':

SUFOI defines an 'ufolog' as someone who researches the UFO phenomenon. They believe anyone can call themselves an ufolog as the term is not yet a formally defined field of study.

'Solving the UFO Enigma':

For SUFOI, this means identifying what UFOs are, their origin, purpose, and originators. They suggest that UFOs themselves might need to provoke the solution for it to occur within a shorter timeframe; otherwise, it could take a considerable amount of time.

UFO 75 Event in Thisted

The magazine announces a major UFO event, "UFO 75," to be held in Thisted during the summer of 1975, from July 19th to July 27th. The event will feature interesting lectures and films. Speakers include Peter Alf Hansen (on "Ball Lightning Phenomenon and its Relation to the UFO Problem"), Flemming Ahrenkiel (on "Propulsion Theories"), Karl Hansen (on "Hoaxes in the UFO Problem"), Bent Eriksen (on "UFOs in the Fredericia Area"), and Willy Wegner (on "Overview of UFO Literature from 1946 to the Present"). Films on astronomy and space travel will also be shown. Interested individuals are advised to book early and can obtain a detailed program by sending a stamped envelope to Willy Wegner in Thisted.

SUFOI's Function and Relationship with Study Circles

An article by P.A. Hansen discusses the function of study circles and groups within the "UFO cause." He outlines possible guidelines for how these groups can support SUFOI:

Information Dissemination:

SUFOI is obligated to inform the public about UFOs, primarily through "UFO-Nyt" and lectures. Study circles can assist by helping to arrange lectures that SUFOI can send speakers to. They can also hold their own lectures, provided SUFOI reviews the lecture manuscript beforehand. Contact information for Erling Jensen in Kastrup is provided for those who can arrange lectures.

Collecting Report Material:

SUFOI is responsible for collecting UFO reports nationwide. To gain a comprehensive understanding of reported UFO activity in Denmark, all observation reports are needed. A plan is proposed for study circles:

1. Define Geographical Area: Groups should inform SUFOI about the area they can cover for direct interviews with witnesses.
2. Contact Local Media: Inform local newspapers and magazines about how to reach group members if witnesses come forward with reports.
3. Establish a Phone Chain: Create a phone chain (possibly using walkie-talkies) to quickly mobilize people with cameras to confirm good observations.
4. Assign Report Responsibility: Designate individuals responsible for ensuring reports are completed promptly and sent to SUFOI's Report Center. It is crucial to contact SUFOI immediately when an observation occurs, ideally within the first 48 hours, to allow SUFOI to issue press releases.

Purpose of Centralized Reporting:

The primary goal is to consolidate reports in one place. The article notes that in the past, many local UFO organizations had their own report centers, which hindered unity. SUFOI, holding about 90% of annual UFO reports, seeks to receive the remaining ones to gain a fuller picture. An annual overview of collected material is published in "UFO-Nyt," and reports are published on an ongoing basis after thorough discussion and verification to avoid disseminating unsubstantiated cases.

Study Circles as Valuable Helpers:

Study circles can be particularly helpful to SUFOI by:

a/ Facilitating lectures.
b/ Securing timely and good UFO reports.

Interested groups are encouraged to provide feedback on these proposals.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue revolve around the structure, function, and collaboration of UFO organizations in Denmark, with a strong emphasis on SUFOI's role. The editorial stance is one of promoting a scientific and rigorous approach to UFO research, prioritizing verification and discouraging the spread of unsubstantiated claims. There is a clear call for greater cooperation and information sharing among different groups to strengthen the overall UFO cause in Denmark. The importance of systematic data collection and public education is also highlighted.