Studiekreds Bladet - 1975 No 02

Magazine Overview

Title: STUDIEKREDSBLADET
Issue: 1
Volume: 2
Year: 1975
Cover Months: February, April, June, August, October, December

STUDIEKREDSBLADET is a Danish periodical serving as an inter-organizational time-script, aiming to foster better contact among serious UFO groups. It publishes material from various groups, encourages joint research, and provides a platform for diverse opinions on the UFO phenomenon. The issue highlights a significant increase in UFO activity in Denmark during early 1975.

Editorial (Leder)

The editorial reflects on the enduring interest in the UFO subject despite the demanding, often unrewarding, and private-life-impacting nature of UFO research. It acknowledges the frustration of encountering impenetrable mysteries and the difficulty of obtaining clear answers from organizations or individuals. The editor posits that the continued fascination stems from the persistent sightings of unexplained flying objects worldwide. The editorial encourages readers to remain observant, particularly noting a prediction of heightened UFO activity on specific dates, as suggested by ufologist John A. Keel.

UFO Activity in Denmark

The magazine reports an unprecedented "UFO wave" in Denmark during the first half of 1975, with numerous sightings occurring over a short period. This surge in activity is particularly surprising given Denmark's historically lower ranking in UFO reports compared to countries like South America and the USA. The report mentions that the SUFOI Alarm Center has been inundated with reports, with activity concentrated around Midtsjælland, specifically Soro and Stagelse, as well as Copenhagen. One notable incident involved a car stopping near Ørbæk on February 19th when a large, circular, blue, luminous object hovered low over the vehicle, causing all electrical systems to fail. The object then vanished, and the car resumed normal function. The driver reported feeling a "prickling" sensation and experienced subsequent physical discomfort. The car also displayed unusual blue stripes.

Group Activities and Reporting

The editorial emphasizes the crucial role of UFO groups in collecting and processing UFO reports. It stresses the importance of thorough report-taking, ideally through personal interviews with observers, to gather comprehensive details. The magazine advocates for feedback to those who submit reports, as the primary motivation for reporting is to understand what was seen. The issue also details the operational principles and agreements between STUDIEKREDSBLADET (SB) and SUFOI, outlining SB's role as an independent, inter-organizational communication channel, its financial independence, and its reliance on SUFOI for printing services under specific conditions. A key condition is that SB must maintain an editorial line acceptable to SUFOI's core principles.

Specific Group Reports

Fredericia UFO Gruppe: This group's report includes minutes from two meetings. The first meeting on January 11, 1975, focused on membership dues and study group work. The second meeting on February 21, 1975, reviewed correspondence, discussed collaboration issues, and continued work on a study group project. The study group aimed to develop an ideal reporting schema by combining ideas from different proposals. They also discussed a photograph that appeared to be a UFO rather than a nebula.

Virum UFO Kreds: This section outlines upcoming meeting topics for March and April 1975. These include discussions on new propulsion theories, the Pascagoula contact case, contact reports from Argentina, local UFO observations in Sjælland, quantum mechanics, the Betty and Barney Hill case, astronaut observations, and theories about Venus and Saturn trips. The section also includes a quote emphasizing the importance of thorough preparation for presentations.

News and Articles

ELBO-BLADET Article: An article from February 26, 1975, details the UFO incident near Ørbæk where a car's engine stopped. It also positively mentions SUFOI's role in receiving reports.

MORGENPOSTEN Article: An article from March 2, 1975, reports on mysterious, foreign helicopters sighted over South Funen. It notes that authorities deny military activity in the area. The article suggests John A. Keel's book "Operation Trojan Horse" for readers interested in such phenomena.

Mystiske Fly Over Sydfyn: This section expands on the mysterious helicopter sightings over South Funen. Witnesses described "white powder" being emitted from the helicopters, illuminating the area. Despite multiple civilian reports, authorities, including the Langelandsfortet and the Air Force, denied any military helicopter activity in the region. The report also mentions the blue powder found on Gudrun Rasmussen's car in Ørbæk, linking it to the UFO sighting.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are the increasing UFO activity in Denmark, the importance of systematic UFO reporting and investigation by dedicated groups, and the challenges of understanding and explaining UFO phenomena. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry, encouraging detailed reporting and collaborative research among UFO enthusiasts, while acknowledging the often-frustrating lack of definitive answers. There is a clear emphasis on the practical work of UFO groups, such as report collection and analysis, and on fostering communication and cooperation within the UFO community.

Title: NYT FRA SUFOI
Issue: 1/1975
Publisher: SUFOI
Country: Denmark
Language: Danish
Document Type: Magazine Issue

This issue of NYT FRA SUFOI, published in 1975, features a significant organizational debate, meeting reports from various Danish UFO groups, and discussions on UFO phenomena. The cover prominently displays "DEBAT KASSEN" (Debate Box), signaling a focus on discussions within the UFO community.

Virum UFO Kreds Activities (January-February)

The Virum UFO Kreds held several meetings during January and February. The January 14th meeting covered the Allingham observation and the Kirlian effect, with discussions comparing Adamski's and Allingham's observations, and an explanation of the Kirlian effect based on Soviet research. The January 28th meeting reviewed police officer Mårup's two observations and discussed why people who have one UFO sighting often have more. Flemming Ahrenkiel presented his scrapbooks of newspaper clippings dating back to 1959. The February 11th meeting focused on Einstein's special theory of relativity, presented by Flemming Ahrenkiel. The February 25th meeting discussed Allen Hynek's book "UFO documented", last-minute news about Jupiter and Mercury, and a critique of the Condon Report. All meetings included a "tea break with accompanying consumption of French bread with cheese."

Meeting Reports

SUFOI-Aalborg Meeting (January 2, 1975):

This meeting, hosted by John Juhler, began with a discussion about a UFO segment on the TV program "Fortidens Vidne" (Witness of the Past), with general agreement that it would foster a more positive public attitude towards UFOs. Various reports and articles were reviewed, and the inadequate coverage of UFOs in Danish radio was contrasted with French radio's UFO broadcasts and American TV programs. John Juhler shared UFO publications, leading to a discussion about a critique of UFO-Nyt's price increase by Olc Christensen. Suggestions for printing and format to reduce the cost of UFO-Nyt were proposed. The rest of the evening was dedicated to preparing for the upcoming member meeting for UFO-Nyt readers in North Jutland, scheduled for February 19th, which would include presentations about SUFOI, slideshows, and the review of UFO reports from Jutland.

SUFOI-Aalborg Meeting (February 19, 1975):

This meeting was held at Torben Birkeholm's home. Despite only one person officially registering, the meeting proceeded with a presentation on SUFOI's organizational structure, report intake, and public information efforts. Slideshows from a representative meeting in Copenhagen were shown. Torben Birkeholm then presented SUFOI-Aalborg's history, work, and approach, comparing it with SUFOI's general structure. He also discussed the format of group meetings using sample agendas. The meeting included a tea/coffee break, followed by a slideshow of UFOs, which served as a basis for discussion.

SUFOI-Aalborg Meeting (March 2, 1975):

Originally scheduled to be held at Ulla Kristensen's, the meeting was moved to John Juhler's due to her unavailability. Vagn Andersen was the only public attendee and was welcomed to the group. The meeting continued the review of Jutlandic UFO reports from the previous meeting. After a break for refreshments, the review of reports was completed, to be studied further later. John Juhler announced his departure for Aarhus to study in the summer, which would pose a challenge for the group, but he pledged to assist during the transition period.

SUFOI-Aalborg Meeting (January 3, 1975):

This meeting, hosted by Frank Lerbæk, had two attendees, including the undersigned. A report was discussed about a man who found large holes in his lawn, with his flowers and bushes damaged, and his house sustaining some damage. He suspected a UFO. The woman he contacted conducted investigations and found evidence of something moving back and forth, and flattened grass. The incident led to a truck tire track on the road nearby.

SUFOI-Lolland-Falster Meeting (January 30, 1975):

This meeting at Duegård focused on the "Moon obelisks" photographed by Luna Orbiter II in 1966, a topic recently covered in the Danish book "UFO-myten og de psykiske fænomener" by Brinsley le Poer Trench. The group had obtained microfilm of the Lunar Orbiter II images and requested a magnified photo from NASA to verify the reports. Another topic was a cave painting from Fergana, Uzbekistan, depicting a hovering disc with a small man. The group also examined a photograph of a bison skull with a hole in its forehead, as presented by Erich von Däniken. The meeting included screenings of films about Apollo XI and X missions, and "Foo-Fighters" from World War II, as well as material on Egyptian pyramids. Three lectures were held in January and February, with more planned for March.

Other Activities

Group Meeting (February 26):

Ten members attended this meeting, which began with a review of numerous newspaper articles, including the "the woman on Fyn (traffic jam)" (see separate article), and other UFO observations. Immediately after the meeting started, a UFO alarm occurred, drawing some members outside, though nothing was seen. However, participants sensed the excitement of "others" observations.

Previous Activities:

Previous topics covered in the Studiekredsbladet were reviewed to assess progress. More material on "Moon obelisks" had arrived, previously mentioned by Asger Lundbak. NASA materials were still pending. The group was working on obtaining copies of a Chinese book about stone discs from Kina/Tibet, a subject also covered by Erich von Däniken and others. Articles from Willy Wegner in DUT (Dansk UFO Tidsskrift) and Flying Saucer Review on this topic were also noted.

Correspondence:

A letter was sent to A.P. Møller in December 1974 regarding a potential observation from one of their ships.

A report was received from a young man on Lolland about observing a "ufonaut" a few years prior. Investigations are underway, though no UFOs were observed in connection with the incident itself.

Media Review:

A tape recording of TV's "Fortidens Vidne" from January 24, 1975, featuring Mårup and H.C. Petersen, was heard. Thirty color slides from the TV program were synchronized with the audio for easier viewing. Information on how to borrow these slides will be provided later.

Upcoming Meetings:

Next meetings are scheduled for April 3rd and May 1st, followed by the summer break.

Film Screening:

The film "I den store pyramide" by Roos-Hubert Paulsen, which the group wished to see, is scheduled for filming in June and will be shown in the fall.

Article Reference:

An article on stone discs is found in DUT no. 1/1974, originating from UFO-kontakt no. 2/1969, translated from Sputnik Digest no. 1/1967. The article has passed through many hands.

DEBAT KASSEN (Debate Box)

This section concludes the organizational debate. FUFOS (Frederiksberg UFO Studiekreds) is featured.

FUFOS - Frederiksberg UFO Studiekreds:

Founded in spring 1968, FUFOS began informally and quickly grew, necessitating larger premises. They secured free meeting rooms in a church's community center, including a lecture hall for 200 people and 5-6 smaller rooms for study circles. FUFOS conducted study circles on UFO reports, contacts, philosophy, astronomy, space travel, and psychic topics. The organization grew to approximately 100-150 members, leading to the creation of a newsletter, "MEDLEMSBLADET," which evolved into the modern, popular UFO-ASPEKT magazine.

In 1970, FUFOS had to move due to their size, finding new premises at Peter Bangsvej. They currently have 650 members and own a printing press and bindery valued at approximately 100,000 Danish Kroner, all paid for. FUFOS's primary objective is information dissemination, not research. They share information from abroad and domestically. In addition to UFO-ASPEKT, they have published around 25 special editions. They collaborate closely with Dansk UFO Center, planning booklets and books on UFO cases, including Danish close encounters and landings. Their past activities include lectures and exhibitions, notably UFO-UGEN 1973, which reached 7,000 people across several cities.

FUFOS's Future Plans:

In 1975, FUFOS planned events in Silkeborg, Sønderborg, and Copenhagen, with more events in other cities in the fall. Their May 4th meeting in Copenhagen was anticipated to be their largest event to date, both economically and in scope. They intend to continue their informative activities through publications, lectures, and exhibitions for the next couple of years, after which they have "great plans" to be revealed later. The organization has experienced significant growth, with a 40-75% increase in membership in the past year.

Addressing Criticisms:

FUFOS acknowledges its involvement in topics beyond UFOs, such as philosophy, religion, and parapsychology. However, they clarify that they do not run study circles for psychic topics and stopped offering psychic-oriented lectures to members in late 1973, never having promoted psychic aspects in their public activities.

FUFOS's "First Commandment" is INFORMATION. They do not research UFO cases but focus on informing the public about their existence. They question the certainty with which some people make statements about the authenticity of reports, believing only scientists with extensive knowledge of space and physics can do so. Their aim is to generate public interest that will lead to scientific and serious research.

On the need for multiple UFO organizations in Denmark: FUFOS believes in having a publication only if there's a clear external reason for it. They use their magazine as an economic basis for organizing lectures. They strongly oppose creating organizations for the sake of having them and emphasize clarity about their purpose. Ideally, they would prefer a single publication and organization that encompasses diverse opinions, with the shared goal of informing and collaborating on tasks. However, differing opinions currently hinder such a unified approach. They are willing to cooperate but will continue their activities independently if other organizations do not increase their efforts in lectures, exhibitions, and public information.

On the relationship between parapsychology and ufology: FUFOS states "NO," but clarifies this is a personal view as FUFOS has no defined stance.

Regarding the material published in "UFO-ASPEKT": FUFOS does not fully endorse the material, stating they only relay information and that the sources are responsible for its authenticity. They encourage readers to use their own judgment and conduct their own research.

Interpretation of "ufology": UFOLOGY is defined as the study of unidentified flying objects, and a UFOLOGIST is someone interested in ufology.

On running UFO study circles: FUFOS does not run study circles but initiates them. They have organized groups in various cities, encouraging people to study UFO phenomena, but these groups operate independently of FUFOS.

On FUFOS's ideology regarding UFOs: FUFOS claims to consider all aspects of the UFO issue.

On criticism of FUFOS's work as unscientific and harmful: FUFOS suggests that if reporting events is harmful, then their informative work would also be considered so. They believe it would be a shame if their efforts were perceived negatively.

On FUFOS's future existence: Given their membership growth, they believe it's unlikely they would cease to exist in 2-3 years. They hope to contribute to the UFO cause through collaboration, if their focus on information can be accommodated by existing organizations. They would consider disbanding FUFOS if their work could be better served by another organization, thus fulfilling their role and stepping aside.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are the activities of various Danish UFO organizations, the challenges and strategies of organizing and disseminating information about UFOs, and the ongoing debate about the nature and purpose of UFO research. The editorial stance, particularly from FUFOS, emphasizes the importance of public information and education over direct research, advocating for a scientific and serious approach to the UFO phenomenon. There is a clear emphasis on collaboration and avoiding the proliferation of organizations for their own sake, while also expressing a willingness to continue their work independently if necessary.