Studiekreds Bladet - 1975 No 05

Magazine Overview

STUDIEKREDSBLADET - Issue 1, Volume 2, 1975

This issue of STUDIEKREDSBLADET, a Danish UFO journal, focuses heavily on the "UFO-75" event held in Thisted from July 19-25, 1975. The magazine aims to foster better contact among Danish UFO study groups and stimulate interest in collaborative research.

UFO-75 Event in Thisted

The central theme is the "UFO-75" summer arrangement. Journalist Per Borgaard, who attended the event, provides an article based on his experiences and observations. He notes that the event was organized on a private basis, independent of the major UFO organizations, and attracted participants from various groups. Borgaard's article, originally published in Fredericia Dagblad, highlights the seminar's proceedings, including presentations by Bent Eriksen of the Fredericia UFO Gruppe, who discussed local observations, and Peter Alf Hansen of Skandinavisk UFO Information, who spoke about UFOs in relation to ball lightning. Graver Karl Hansen offered insights into hoaxes within the UFO field, categorizing them into unconscious errors, conscious fraud, and 'unearthly trickery'.

Other speakers included Flemming Ahrenkiel, chairman of SUFOI, who presented a scientific description of artificial gravity fields, and Willy Wegner, a historian of Danish UFO literature. Ole Henningsen from SUFOI's research department demonstrated how many UFO images could be explained as natural phenomena. Ole Knudsen, SUFOI's Aarhus representative, provided a firsthand account of the Apollo-Soyus mission launch.

Borgaard concludes that the seminar was factual and objective, even for skeptics. While discussions in smaller groups might have been more speculative, the overall event aimed for a scientific approach. A notable aspect was the seminar's success in bringing together different UFO organizations, which often have strained relationships.

UFO Organizations in Denmark

The magazine touches upon the landscape of Danish UFO organizations. Skandinavisk UFO Information is described as the oldest, aiming for a scientific approach. Dansk IGAP, founded by H.C. Petersen, follows the philosophy attributed to George Adamski. Frit UFO Studium is characterized by its focus on disseminating information widely with less emphasis on source criticism.

Despite past difficulties in collaboration, the Thisted seminar, being privately organized, saw representatives from all three major factions. The hope is that this personal contact will pave the way for future cooperation.

Recent UFO Sightings

Several recent UFO sightings are reported, particularly in the Fredericia area:

• Cigar-shaped UFO over Fredericia (June 30, 1975): A resident reported seeing a long, cigar-shaped object emitting a strong yellowish light for four minutes. It was estimated to be 10-15 meters long and flew at an altitude of 400-500 meters, moving from west to east.
• Bowler-hat-shaped UFO in Fredericia (July 3, 1975): Following the cigar-shaped sighting, more reports emerged. A young woman described an object with bright lights, resembling a bowler hat, with three 'pads' underneath. It hovered silently and emitted no engine noise.
• Other sightings: Reports include an oval-shaped object disappearing behind a factory chimney and an object seen near the Lillebælt bridge, initially mistaken for a military target.

UFO Group Activities

Meeting minutes from local UFO groups are included:

• Fredericia UFO Gruppe (April 11, 1975): Discussions included recent observations, a planned cooperation meeting, issues with report recording, and study group work. They reviewed past issues of UFO-Nyt for reports.
• Fredericia UFO Gruppe (May 9, 1975): Topics covered were updates since the last meeting, UFO-75 preparations, and study group work.
• Fredericia UFO Gruppe (June 13, 1975): The group reviewed new observations, including one from April 24th, and discussed a report from Fredericia Dagblad about a possible balloon sighting. They also received reports from Sønderparken and Christiansfeld.
• Fredericia UFO Gruppe (June 30, 1975): Bent reported receiving a name list from Ole Knudsen, intended as a telephone chain, but criticized its accuracy. The group also discussed problems in study group work, aiming for a solution at a later meeting.
• Bornholms UFO Club (June 30, 1975): The meeting included reading a letter from a former member who started a new UFO group in Glamsbjerg and expressed interest in cooperation. They also discussed a report about the 'curse of the pyramids' and plans to form a 'REPORTGRUPPE'. The next meeting was scheduled for August 18, 1975.
• Bornholms UFO Club (August 18, 1975): Guests included John Jensen, who had attended a world conference in Zurich.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently promotes a scientific and objective approach to UFO research, as exemplified by the "UFO-75" seminar. It encourages detailed reporting and analysis of sightings, while also acknowledging the existence of hoaxes and misidentifications. The editorial stance is open to all opinions on the UFO subject, with a dedicated 'DEBATKASSEN' (Debate Box) for diverse viewpoints. There is a clear effort to bridge the gap between amateur researchers and scientific inquiry, and to foster cooperation among different UFO organizations. The publication also highlights the importance of timely reporting, with an editor's note expressing a desire for more current meeting minutes from the contributing groups.

This issue of STUDIEKREDSBLADET, dated November 1975, is published by BUFOC and focuses on UFO phenomena and related mysteries. The cover story highlights the 'Magnetbakken' phenomenon on Bornholm, where cars are reported to roll uphill on a specific stretch of road near Kobbegård, Gudhjem, attracting significant local and national attention.

Articles and Discussions

The 'Magnetbakken' Phenomenon

The issue extensively covers the 'Magnetbakken' near Gudhjem. An article from 'Bornholmeren' dated July 14, 1975, describes the phenomenon as a major tourist attraction, with the local tourist chief and newspaper staff confirming that cars indeed roll uphill without engine power. The article suggests a form of magnetism is responsible. A subsequent article from 'Bornholmeren' dated July 18, 1975, addresses a correction regarding the location of the anomaly, with Lieutenant P.F. Jensen clarifying that the initial measurements might have been taken on a slightly different part of the road, but the phenomenon itself is real. Jensen's own measurements with a compass showed no anomalies, but he acknowledges the possibility of an unknown force.

Major H.C. Petersen, leader of the Danish UFO organization IGAP, is interviewed and states he is not surprised by the 'Magnetbakken' and believes it's not magnetism but an unknown force. He criticizes the scientific community for dismissing such phenomena. He also predicts a potential 'UFO invasion' of Bornholm within the next month, suggesting it might be related to a tilted antenna in the power grid.

BUFOC Meeting Report (September 1, 1975)

A meeting report from Bornholm details discussions on various topics. The 'Magnetbakken' was discussed, with theories ranging from optical illusions to actual magnetic forces. Participants also reviewed photos from a conference in Zurich related to 'visits from other worlds'. Palle reported on a disappointing UFO meeting in Thisted, finding no new information. Poul Thorsen's theory about a flashing light on Nordbornholm being linked to an electric fence was confirmed. The phenomenon over Olsker-Årsballe-Smogebæk was also discussed, with a note that the witnesses did not believe in flying saucers. Palle recounted a story about a man at sea who saw a sharp blue light that caused a tingling sensation. The meeting also approved the use of Erich von Däniken's books for the member magazine, following permission from Frede Melhedegaard. A list of BUFOC's archive material was to be compiled for members. The possibility of loaning Erich von Däniken's film 'Fortids gåder - fremtids virkelighed' was to be investigated. An article from 'UFO-Aspekt' about the public being kept uninformed about UFOs was read. Palle posed four debate questions regarding the origin of races after the flood, the builders of Babylon, the builders of the catacombs, and the Piri Reis map.

BUFOC Meeting Report (September 14, 1975)

This meeting report from Aalborg details the arrival of new material just before the deadline. John Juhler has stepped down as leader of SUFOI-Aalborg. The meeting discussed the upcoming SUFOI representative meeting, where OC would attend instead of TB. They reviewed a UFO report from John, who had photographed a UFO that pursued and frightened his daughter near Egense. This led to contact with the 'UFO-journalist' of Aalborg Stiftstidende. Several UFO reports were received, and the group planned to visit more witnesses. They also discussed the possibility of a UFO landing on another planet and how they might be received. The meeting concluded with plans to form a driving fund for report-taking trips and to organize the collected newspaper clippings.

Aalborg Stiftstidende Article (September 3, 1975)

An article titled 'Something is happening over Himmerland: I was shaken when the UFO came' reports on unusual UFO activity over Himmerland. A 15-year-old girl, Lone Christiansen, from Egense, described seeing a sharp, luminous object hovering over her while riding a moped. The object followed her, and she became frightened. Her friend, Niels Henrik Eriksen, also witnessed the phenomenon. Lone's father, Bent Christiansen, confirmed the event and stated that Lone was crying afterwards. The UFO was observed through binoculars, and photos were taken.

BUFOC Meeting Report (September 14, 1975 - Continued)

At the Aalborg meeting, the group discussed the SUFOI representative meeting and the challenges faced by OC, who lacked voting rights. They reviewed observations from the first week of September, including photos of a UFO near Egense that had pursued and frightened a person's daughter. This incident led to significant media attention. The group received numerous inquiries and planned to visit more witnesses to gather reports. They also discussed the possibility of being received as 'gods' on another planet and the panic caused by H.G. Wells' novel being broadcast on American radio.

BUFOC Meeting Report (September 14, 1975 - Further Details)

The meeting continued with discussions on various topics. They debated the 'Laser-strålen' (laser beam) and its potential uses. A driving fund was established to cover fuel costs for report-taking trips, with members contributing 2 DKK per meeting. The group also discussed the possibility of using honorariums for lectures by group members to fund the group's activities. The meeting concluded with plans for the next meeting on October 12, 1975.

Aalborg Stiftstidende Article (September 3, 1975) - Continued

The article details the experience of Lone Christiansen, who saw a UFO near Egense. She described it as a sharp, luminous object that hovered over her and followed her. Her friend, Niels Henrik Eriksen, also witnessed it. Lone's father, Bent Christiansen, confirmed her distress and stated that the UFO was still visible in the horizon and was photographed.

SUFOI-Aalborg Meeting Report (June 22, 1975)

This report notes that John Juhler has resigned as leader of SUFOI-Aalborg. The group is working on sorting UFO reports and sending them to Copenhagen. They had one new report from John, which was reviewed. The group discussed future plans for the organization in Northern Jutland and mentioned a planned meeting with Frank Pedersen. They decided to take a summer break until the end of August due to difficulties in gathering everyone during the summer months. The next meeting was scheduled for August 25th. The group also went out to look for UFOs but had no success.

SUFOI-Aalborg Meeting Report (September 14, 1975)

This report details a meeting where a new member, Alex Christiansen, joined. The meeting began with an orientation on news from SUFOI, including the Representative meeting. They discussed observations from the previous week, including photos of a UFO near Egense that had caused significant media attention. The group received many inquiries and planned to visit more witnesses. They also discussed the possibility of being received as 'gods' on another planet and the panic caused by H.G. Wells' novel.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue revolve around UFO sightings, unexplained phenomena like the 'Magnetbakken', and the efforts of UFO research organizations such as BUFOC and SUFOI to investigate and document these events. There is a clear stance that these phenomena are real and warrant serious investigation, often contrasting with the dismissive attitude of the 'established' scientific community. The magazine also touches upon ancient mysteries, biblical interpretations, and the possibility of extraterrestrial contact, reflecting a broad interest in the unexplained and the fringes of conventional knowledge.

This document is a scanned page from the Danish magazine "Stiftstidende", issue number 20, likely from the 1970s, focusing on UFO sightings.

Article: Witness Testimony and Police Report The page details a UFO sighting experienced by Bent Christiansen, who described a phenomenon near Hals-Barre that had a crescent shape with a cone-shaped light. The object moved in jerks but remained mostly stationary before moving south. Christiansen, who lives in the area, stated that he was familiar with local lighthouses, aircraft, and the night sky, and was certain the object was not natural.

Agteparret (the couple) reported the incident to the police. The police, in turn, contacted Aalborg Airport's control tower, which confirmed no flights in the area at that time. The Flywertaktisk Kommando in Karup also reported no unusual military flights. The observatory in Rude Skov and the Skandinavisk UFO Information alarm central in Sjælland had also not received any reports.

The camera used by Bent Christiansen to photograph the object was given to Stiftstidende. The film was developed in the newspaper's darkroom, resulting in three images described as "quite indistinct" by the editorial staff.

Article: Family Sighting and Electromagnetic Effects Another account features Ole Nielsen from Nr. Kongerslev. He and his family were driving along the east coast when they observed a luminous object at low altitude near the Hals-Egense ferry landing. The object was stationary on the horizon and then disappeared, only to reappear later over their home in Nr. Kongerslev.

Upon returning home, the Nielsen family heard a buzzing sound. They then saw the same object, described as a large, luminous object with a bluish glow and two sharp red lights, moving across the sky. During this observation, the house lights went out for 15-20 seconds, and when they returned, the UFO had vanished.

Ole Nielsen's comment reflects a shift in his belief: "I have never believed in UFOs before. I do now!"

Comparison to Previous Cases A later article in the same publication notes that the photographs taken in the current incident bear a strong resemblance to photos taken by Ebbe Truelsen in 1973.

Contact Information The page also includes contact information for SUFOI-AALBORG, with an address and postal code for Torben Birkeholm in Aalborg.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance The recurring theme is the reporting of unexplained aerial phenomena (UFOs) with witness testimonies and attempts at official verification. The editorial stance appears to be one of serious investigation, as evidenced by the police and military checks, and the newspaper's own photographic analysis. The comparison to past cases suggests an ongoing interest in UFO phenomena and a potential pattern of sightings.