SUFOG Magazine June 2007

Magazine Overview

This issue of SUFOG Magazine, dated June 2007, is published by the Southampton UFO Group, which has been active for 16 years. The cover features a drawing of a grey alien and highlights the magazine's focus on the supernatural, unexplained, flying saucers, ghosts, and paranormal investigations. The issue includes articles on the Roberts File (Part 1), the passing of Bob Taylor, crop circle formations in 2007, Avebury 2007, McMinnville Alien Daze 07, Paranormal SUFOG, George Warner Photos, a UFO reported over Portsdown Hill in Portsmouth, and other UFO reports.

Editors Corner

Steve Gerrard, the SUFOG Magazine Editor, reports on the group's progress and recent activities. He mentions attending a meeting organized by Lillian Jones on the Isle of Wight, where he met Richard Cattle, who has been investigating UFO sightings and paranormal events on the island. Gerrard clarifies that the Isle of Wight County Press misreported the meeting as a SUFOG branch starting, when it was actually a discussion group initiated by Lillian Jones. He explains that starting a SUFOG branch on the island is difficult due to the cost and the effort required to manage the magazine. Gerrard provides his new mobile number for contact and specifies preferred times for calls and texts. He also mentions that he has contacted other UFO researchers to contribute articles, including Malcolm Robinson for a book review and Ernie for paranormal insights. Group member Bill has provided a review of a conference. The magazine also features photographs from George, who is now pursuing his work independently. Gerrard and Ernie plan to investigate a recent sighting near the Channel Islands. He notes that the UFO world has been quiet recently but expresses optimism for SUFOG's growth and seeks ideas for publicizing the group and magazine.

Contents

The magazine's contents page lists a variety of articles, including contact information for various UFO groups worldwide, SUFOG diary entries for 2007 meetings and events, and subscription details. Specific articles cover topics such as the passing of Bob Taylor, Isle of Wight County Press reports, UK UFO reports, a vintage case, newspaper and book reviews, George Warner photos, world news, SUFOG catalogues, UK UFO conferences, HANSARD entries, McMinnville Alien Daze 07, the MOD and FOI, the Roberts File, Paranormal SUFOG, crop circle formations, and news headlines that didn't make the magazine.

SUFOG Diary - 2007

The diary outlines upcoming SUFOG meetings and events for 2007. These include a Paranormal Evening on July 18th, a skywatch and BBQ at Netley Abbey on July 21st, a meeting on Crop Circle Formations of 2006 on August 15th, and an Avebury Weekend on August 25th-26th. Further meetings are scheduled for September 19th (Paranormal Evening), October 17th (discussing 'The Worlds Strangest UFO Stories... Did Aliens Build The Pyramids?'), and November 21st (Historical Program on the Frederick Valentich Case). The year concludes with a Christmas Party meeting on December 12th. Regular meetings are held at the CIU Club in Netley Abbey, Southampton, from 7:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., with a £3.00 charge for room hire. Readers are advised to contact the editor to confirm meeting details due to potential cancellations.

SUFOG Contact Corner

This section provides contact addresses for various international UFO research organizations, including UPRI in Ireland, DEGUFO in Germany, Junji Numakawa in Japan, Contact International UFO Research in the UK, Magonia, UFO Monthly.Com, UFODATA, and E2WUFOS in the UK. Subscription details for the Southampton UFO Group Newsletter are also provided, with annual membership fees for the UK, Europe, and the USA & Rest of World.

The Passing of Bob Taylor

This article reports the sad passing of Robert (Bob) Taylor, a witness in the 'The Livingston Incident' which occurred in Dechmont Woods, Scotland, in 1979. Taylor claimed to have encountered a 'Spaceship' with two circular devices that attacked him, rendering him unconscious. The case was investigated by the author and Steaurt Campbell. Bob Taylor's family confirmed the accuracy of the author's reporting. The author emphasizes the classic nature of the case and the witness's truthfulness, stating that Bob Taylor will be missed and that he now knows the UFO enigma. A request is made to keep this news within the UFO community and not leak it to the press. Robert's funeral was scheduled for Wednesday, March 21st.

Questions in the House my Lords...

This section notes that Norman Baker, a Member of Parliament, has tabled a question in Parliament concerning Project Condign and the report 'Unidentified Aerial Phenomena in the UK Air Defence Region', asking about the report's cost, author, circulation, and actions taken on its recommendations.

ISLE OF WIGHT COUNTY PRESS - 4th March 2007 - INVENTOR WITH IDEAS OUT OF THIS WORLD

This article profiles Leonard G. Cramp, a world-renowned inventor and aerospace engineer. It describes his workshop and his inventions, including a hoverplane and the 'Magikar,' a personal hovercraft designed to resemble a magic carpet. Cramp is noted for his frustration that his inventions have not been mass-marketed. The article mentions his book, 'The Advanced Time Factor,' and his belief in the possibility of humanoid aliens. It also references a painting he created in 1959 depicting a spacecraft.

UK UFO Reports

This section compiles several recent UFO sighting reports:

• North-West Evening Mail - 18th April 2007 - UFO Seen While Eating Chinese: A Furness family reported seeing a bright white ball of light, possibly a satellite according to Stuart Baines of Furness Astronomical Society.
• Jersey Evening Post - 26.4.07 - Pilot's UFO shock: Experienced Aurigny pilot Captain Ray Bowyer and a Blue Islands pilot reported seeing large, unidentified objects, described as bright yellow lights, off the coast of Alderney. Jersey radar did not detect the objects. The reports were sent to the Ministry of Defence.

The Gravesend Reporter - Sidcup, Kent - 26th April 2007 - MOD Probe Into UFO Sightings

This article details an investigation by the Ministry of Defence into UFO sightings reported by residents in Gravesend, Singlewell, and Northfleet. Frank Salmon of UFOMEK contacted the MoD. While some suggest the objects were Chinese lanterns, others, including Malcolm Eggleton, doubt this theory, noting the objects' speed and movement. The MoD stated they investigate reports but often find rational explanations.

The Bury Free Press - Bury St Edmunds - 26th April 2007 - Four 'UFOs' Spotted In Skies Over Town

Four black spheres were reported flying in formation over Bury St Edmunds. The police received a report but no further calls. The information was passed to the Ministry of Defence, which stated it does not investigate all UFO reports unless there is evidence of compromised airspace.

The Register - Register – London - 27th April 2007 - UK Airline Pilots Spot Giant UFO

This article reiterates the sighting of a large, unidentified object off the coast of Alderney by two airline pilots. Captain Ray Bowyer described a sharp, thin yellow object with a green area. Another pilot confirmed the sighting, noting the object was stationary and possibly military test aircraft. The Ministry of Defence is investigating.

The Guernsey Star - Channel Islands - 28th April 2007 - Testing Is UFO Theory

Flybe pilot Troy Queripel suggests the UFOs seen off Alderney could be military test planes, citing the presence of military air space around the Channel Islands. He believes this is a more likely explanation than extraterrestrial visitors, although he acknowledges the pilots were shaken.

The Guardian – London... 3rd May 2007... MoD Opens Its Files On UFO Sightings To Public...

The Ministry of Defence plans to release its 'X-Files' on UFO sightings, dating back to 1967, to the public. This follows a similar move by the French national space agency. The released files are expected to shed light on famous UK sightings, such as the Rendlesham Forest incident.

Hunts Post - Huntingdon... 2nd May 2007... A Close Encounter In Norfolk Road...

UFO researcher John Hanson is investigating a 1976 UFO mystery in Huntingdon. A man named Dave reported seeing a dome-shaped object with coloured lights and a telescopic probe. An RAF investigator was reportedly dispatched. Hanson is seeking information from readers to help solve the case. George Robbins, chairman of the Norfolk Road Residents Association, expressed skepticism about UFOs in the area.

Hunts Post - Huntingdon... 8th May 2007... Are We alone? Your UFO Stories...

Following the previous article, The Hunts Post received numerous UFO stories. John Bray submitted a photograph of a close encounter from 1979. Sue Plows identified the man in the Norfolk Road sighting as her brother, Dave, who tragically committed suicide in 1991. Alan Williams suggested the marking on the craft might be VRWCON. Other readers shared experiences of seeing silver discs and other aerial phenomena.

The Belfast Telegraph - Belfast... 15th May 2007... We Are Not Alone...

Betty Meyler, president of the UFO Society of Ireland, suggests that mysterious orange lights seen over Bangor could be aliens conducting surveillance. Air traffic control confirmed receiving reports but had no record of aircraft. Meyler notes such sightings are rare in Northern Ireland and believes aliens may eventually reveal themselves peacefully.

Bournemouth Daily Echo... 26th May 2007... UFOs? Er no, just high spirits...

This article debunks theories about mysterious lights over Bournemouth, identifying them as Asian-style sky lanterns released by students celebrating the end of their courses.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue of SUFOG Magazine are UFO sightings, paranormal investigations, and the potential for government secrecy regarding these phenomena. The editorial stance appears to be one of open-minded inquiry, encouraging readers to share their experiences and contributing to the collective understanding of UFOs and the paranormal. There is a clear emphasis on reporting on credible sightings and investigations, while also acknowledging the possibility of hoaxes and the need for rational explanations. The magazine also highlights the efforts of UFO research groups and the growing public interest in these subjects, as evidenced by the MoD's decision to release UFO files.

This issue of UFO DATA magazine, dated March/April 2007, is the 14th issue and focuses on a variety of UFO-related topics, including recent sightings, historical cases, and the role of government agencies and researchers. The magazine features a mix of news reports, book reviews, and personal accounts.

UFO Reported Over Portsdown Hill, Portsmouth

A report details a sighting on February 3rd, 2007, by two witnesses (father and daughter, both SUFOG members) over Portsdown Hill, Portsmouth. They observed two bright, flat, round, metallic objects, described as being incredibly bright, hovering at approximately 4,000 feet. The objects moved slowly towards Spinnaker Tower. A friend who is an air controller at Swanick reported no unusual activity at the time. The article also mentions SUFOG's plans for future skywatches in the Portsmouth area and a larger event in August at Avebury.

A Vintage Case (Person): George Adamski

This section critically examines George Adamski, a controversial figure in UFOlogy, who is described as a self-proclaimed professor, contactee, and dis-information agent. It questions whether he was employed by a government agency to discredit UFOs. Adamski, born in Poland in 1891, emigrated to the US and served in the army. He later lectured on philosophy and founded the 'Royal Order of Tibet'. His space adventures allegedly began after the Kenneth Arnold sighting in 1947, and he claimed to have seen numerous 'saucers'. In 1952, he made contact with 'space friends', leading to his books 'Flying Saucers Have Landed' (1953) and 'Inside the Flying Saucers' (1955), which detailed visits to the moon and Venus and contact with 'blonde people from outer space'. The article suggests that Adamski's sensationalized accounts made the subject of UFOs appear ridiculous to scientists, quoting George C Andrews on how mixing real and fabricated information can make a subject seem unfit for serious study.

Newspaper Reviews by Ernie Sears

Ernie Sears reviews several newspaper articles and smaller publications related to UFOs:

• National Papers: Mentions a sighting of a 'mile wide' pair of craft vanishing off the Channel Islands, confirmed by two airplane pilots. Sears notes the 'desperate efforts and downright lies' from authorities regarding UFOs.
• The Daily Express (April 25th): Joked about earth dwellers visiting the planet Gliese 581c, with Sears suggesting they might already be here.
• The Sunday Times (March 25th): Reported on the French National Centre of Space studies' 'spooky' website, which was overloaded with 1,600 registered cases, a quarter of which were unexplained.
• The Times (March 24th): Claimed the French SPACE Agency would eventually put 100,000 documents online, including police reports and sketches, illustrated by a 'grey' with orange eyes.
• The Guardian: Reported on the UK Ministry of Defence (MOD) releasing files, with a 1998 photo of an alleged craft over Falkirk. Dr. David Clarke suggested this would make it harder to sustain the idea of suppressed evidence.
• The Times (Recent Date): Mentioned CERN's 'BIG BANG' incident causing delays due to scientists getting their maths wrong.
• Isle of Wight County Press (April 20th): Featured an article by Chris Phillipsborn asking 'Is there life from Mars?', covering the SUFOG Organisation and an interview with 'leader' Steve Gerrard, who believes in ET life.
• The Daily Express (April 25th): Joked about earth dwellers visiting the planet Gliese 581c, with Sears suggesting they might already be here.
• The Sunday Times (March 25th): Reported on the French National Centre of Space studies' 'spooky' website, which was overloaded with 1,600 registered cases, a quarter of which were unexplained.
• The Times (March 24th): Claimed the French SPACE Agency would eventually put 100,000 documents online, including police reports and sketches, illustrated by a 'grey' with orange eyes.
• The Guardian: Reported on the UK Ministry of Defence (MOD) releasing files, with a 1998 photo of an alleged craft over Falkirk. Dr. David Clarke suggested this would make it harder to sustain the idea of suppressed evidence.
• The Times (Recent Date): Mentioned CERN's 'BIG BANG' incident causing delays due to scientists getting their maths wrong.
• Isle of Wight County Press (April 20th): Featured an article by Chris Phillipsborn asking 'Is there life from Mars?', covering the SUFOG Organisation and an interview with 'leader' Steve Gerrard, who believes in ET life. Richard Cattel is investigating the paranormal on the island.
• House of Commons and Lords: Discusses the attempt to exempt MPs from the Freedom of Information Act, with Norman Baker MP resisting the changes.
• Bournemouth Echo and BBC South Today (May 21st, 2007): Reported on strange lights over Bournemouth, which were attributed to 'Chinese lanterns' by some, though Steve Gerrard and others disagreed.

Book Review: Majic, Eyes Only by Ryan S Wood

This review covers Ryan S Wood's book, which compiles reports of 'flying saucer' crashes from around the world. The reviewer praises Wood's tireless research and his inclusion of documents released under the Freedom of Information Act, particularly the 'SOM 1-01 Extraterrestrial Entities And Technology Recovery And Disposal' document. The book categorizes cases by their quality, from 'LO' to 'HI'. It discusses various crash incidents, including Roswell, the Los Angeles Air Raid of 1942, the Braxton County case of 1952, and the Santa Rosa, New Mexico case of 1963, which involved the discovery of small bodies. The reviewer notes that while some cases may have mundane explanations, others may hide something more significant, using the idiom 'Don't throw the baby out with the bathwater'.

Magazine Reviews by Ernie Sears (Continued)

• OVNI (May/June 2007): A bi-monthly magazine featuring articles on Mars, 'remote viewers', and mysterious objects. It includes an image from the European Space Agency and a photo of a possible daylight UFO. It also covers news from New Zealand, sighting reports from the USA, Canada, England, and Tasmania, and a 'Flying Triangle' sighting.
• The Researcher: A new publication for the reviewer, featuring articles on 'Mysterious Shadows', 'Peakland Spooklights', and a John Lennon UFO encounter. It is published by Merseyside Anomalies Research Association (MARA).
• BEYOND: A paranormal magazine covering UFOlogy, conspiracy cover-ups, and bizarre experiments. It includes articles on 'relationships with inhabitants of celestial bodies' and 'abductions'.
• MAGONIA: Described as being for skeptics, this magazine features an 8-page article on the Roswell incident and the US Air Force's handling of it.

World News & UFO Reports

• The National Post (April 9th, 2007): Reports that half of French UFOs remain unexplained, with France releasing three decades of archives online. The GEIPAN archives contain over 100,000 documents, including police reports and witness statements. 58% of the phenomena investigated remain unexplained.
• The FARS News Agency (April 12th, 2007): Reports a UFO observed in western Iran for over half an hour, described as a ball with a blue color, which disappeared after the weather grew cloudy. Similar incidents have been reported in the area, including a UFO crash in Barrez Mounts.
• The Moose Jaw Times Herald (April 22nd, 2007): Features an article by Blair Woynarski on Stanton T. Friedman's lecture, 'Flying Saucers ARE Real'. Friedman, a UFOlogist, battles 'noisy negativists' and discusses the Roswell crash, including witness accounts of wreckage and small, grey bodies.
• The Waxahachie Daily Light (April 24th, 2007): Reports on a 30-year-old UFO sighting in Ellis County, Texas, by a woman named 'Kathy'. Brian Vike, founder of the Vike Report, describes the case as fascinating and credible. Vike receives many reports and posts them online, allowing readers to interpret them.

UFO DATA Magazine (Continued)

• UFO DATA magazine (60th anniversary issue): Mentions the Roswell incident and a 1947 encounter involving F15s. It also discusses military mind control and alien abductions, and reviews a book on the subject. The reviewer notes personal experiences that align with 'sightings' and mentions Dr. Helmut Lammer's credentials.
• RAPPORT MAGAZINE: A publication founded by abductees, featuring articles on 'The Oz Factor', 'Skywatch reports', and an obituary for Bob Taylor. It also includes a report on the Denchmont Woods abduction case and a review of 'Voyager 11'.
• EAST TO WEST SOCIETY: A Scottish UFO group newsletter featuring an article on 'Nazi History of Alien Contact' and 'Reptilians'.

George Warner's Images over Portsmouth

This section includes two photos attributed to George Warner, showing UFOs over Portsmouth, dated March 21st, 2007, and April 1st, 2007. The accompanying text notes that George Warner has resigned from SUFOG membership.

Southern Daily Echo Weekend Magazine (June 2nd-8th)

This magazine featured an article on crop circle buff Lucy Pringle, with the heading 'Ever Decreasing Circles'. It includes photos of crop circles and mentions Lucy's book, 'Crop Circles Art in the Landscape'. Lucy Pringle does not dismiss paranormal activity but finds questions about crop circle categories 'offensive'.

The Press Telegram (May 25th, 2007)

Roswell May Cash In On Fame With UFO Theme Park: Roswell, New Mexico, is considering building a UFO-themed amusement park, the 'Alien Apex Resort', complete with an indoor roller coaster simulating an alien abduction. The city has received funding for initial planning, and the park is expected to cost several hundred million dollars. This initiative aims to boost tourism, as visitors often complain there isn't enough to do in Roswell during the annual UFO festival.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently promotes the idea that UFO phenomena are real and that governments are often secretive or dismissive of evidence. There is a strong emphasis on eyewitness accounts and the importance of research, with a critical view of official explanations and a skepticism towards those who dismiss UFOs outright. The publication appears to support the work of UFO research groups like SUFOG and highlights efforts to make UFO data more accessible, such as France's declassification of archives. The tone is generally investigative and advocates for open inquiry into the UFO subject.

This issue of The Chilliwack Progress, dated May 29, 2007, features a lead story titled "UFO Sighting Doesn't Add Up For Accountant," detailing an unusual experience by Lisa McCubbin. The Connellsville Daily Courier section from June 11, 2007, focuses on the "Kecksburg Incident Continues To Intrigue," with researcher Stan Gordon discussing the 1965 event. The magazine also includes a "SUFOG CATALOGUE (Part 5)" of UFOs over Hampshire, a section on "UK UFO CONFERENCES," and "STRANGE PHENOMENA INVESTIGATIONS (SPI) MEETINGS START UP AGAIN." Additionally, there's a review of a book by Ryan S Wood, a section on "NEWS HEADLINES THAT DIDN'T MAKE THE MAGAZINE" from April-June 2007, and a detailed look at the "AVEBURY 25TH - 26TH AUGUST 2007" event.

UFO Sighting Doesn't Add Up For Accountant

Lisa McCubbin, a tax accountant from Chilliwack, British Columbia, Canada, reported a UFO sighting on a Sunday night. She described the object as a "very big hang-glider, at least as big as a small aircraft, maybe larger," lit up by city lights and visible just below cloud level. Unlike a hang-glider, it did not descend but instead circled the UCFV campus before moving rapidly west into the darkness. McCubbin dismissed the hang-glider explanation due to its inability to perform tight circles and ascend. She speculated about drug smugglers using hang-gliders but concluded this was not the case. Unfortunately, her video camera did not capture the object. Paul Greenhalgh, president of the Fraser Valley Astronomers' Society, suggested a remote-controlled stunt kite as a "plausible" explanation, noting that depth perception at night can be misleading. He added that this was just one possible answer, and Canadian military aircraft in the area were also mentioned as a potential, though unconfirmed, explanation. Constable Bert Paquet of the Chilliwack RCMP stated there were no other UFO reports, but acknowledged that people are often reluctant to discuss such sightings. McCubbin believes others may have seen the object and hopes they will come forward. A similar report of a large, triangular-shaped object was made on the ufoinfo.com website on May 4.

Kecksburg Incident Continues To Intrigue

This section discusses the enduring mystery of the Kecksburg Incident, which occurred on December 9, 1965. A bluish object was sighted over American states and parts of Canada, eventually plummeting to Earth in a wooded area in Kecksburg, Pennsylvania. The article raises questions about the object's nature, the military's involvement, and a potential government cover-up, particularly concerning an acorn-shaped object reportedly removed from the scene. Stan Gordon, a researcher and lecturer specializing in the Kecksburg Incident, has been studying these questions for years. He was a guest lecturer at the Mt. Pleasant library's "Get a Clue @ Your Library" program, drawing a crowd of about 40 people. Gordon, who has been fascinated by the event for over 40 years, has spoken nationally and continues to gather information. He noted that significant interest in the incident persists, with many people coming forward with information years later. Television programs on the History Channel and "Unsolved Mysteries" have brought the incident to wider attention, prompting contacts from people across the country. The video presentation included photographs and eyewitness accounts. Sue Wallace of Indiana County expressed her interest, noting her grandchildren's fascination. Gordon has also researched Bigfoot and other UFO sightings, particularly in Pennsylvania, but has not personally witnessed a UFO.

UFO's Over Hampshire... (SUFOG CATALOGUE) (Part 5)

This section lists several UFO sightings cataloged by SUFOG (presumably a UFO research group) in the Hampshire and Basingstoke areas of the UK:

• November 1968, Ashurst: A bright light moving fast from SW to NE, followed by a small red light. Witness: M.F. Le Marchant.
• November 15, 1981, Ashurst: A slow-moving glowing white disc. Witness: Unknown.
• April 16, 1966, Basingstoke: A white disc that lit up the sky.
• March 26, 1969, Basingstoke: A white sphere moving slowly.
• January 6, 1981, Basingstoke: A yellow light moving horizontally above the M3 motorway at 1,000 feet altitude. The object was not flashing.
• June 21, 2001, Basingstoke: A satellite object flying directly overhead, emitting a bright beam that returned to a bright star, then faded, possibly a flare from an Iridium satellite.
• July 12, 2001, Basingstoke: A bright light flash followed by a large cloud of smoke, vanishing simply. Witness: Matt Charlton.

UK UFO CONFERENCES...

The "Roswell 60" Conference is scheduled for October 20-21, 2007, at the Parkside Hotel and Conference Centre in Pontefract, West Yorkshire. Speakers include Dr. Jesse Marcel Jr., Dr. Kevin Randle, Michael Hesemann, Nick Pope, Russel Callaghan, and Philip Mantle. Ticket information is provided.

STRANGE PHENOMENA INVESTIGATIONS (SPI) MEETINGS START UP AGAIN.

SPI is holding meetings at The Spread Eagle Public House, 39-41 Katherine Street, Croydon, Surrey. The venue offers food and a variety of real ales. Upcoming events include:

• Saturday, August 4th: Guest speaker Nick Pope will discuss the Ministry of Defence's UFO project and the release of UFO files.
• Saturday, December 1st: Guest speaker Professor Chris French will discuss "The Psychology of Anomalous Experiences."

Marcus Allen, distributor of Nexus Magazine (UK edition), is also mentioned in relation to UFOs and paranormal subjects.

The Roberts File. (Pt 1)

This section presents the first part of a diary of UFO sightings and paranormal events collected by the late wife of a gentleman. Entries include:

• May 28/68: Report of a missing American nuclear submarine with 99 men aboard.
• June 4th: News of a "monster" and a "sea monster" (15ft long unidentified fish) in Ireland and Mudeford, Hampshire.
• June 5th: Senator Kennedy shot in the brain by a young Arab.
• June 6th: Senator Kennedy died; nuclear sub officially reported missing.
• June 8th-9th: Funeral train for Kennedy met by crowds; an incoming express train collided with the funeral train, killing 2 and injuring several.
• Night of June 30th: "Muddy rain" fell over England and the Isle of Wight, leaving mud stains. Hailstones the size of golf balls fell in Wales.
• July 1st '68: Hottest day of the year.
• July 2nd: A small earth quake occurred.
• July 25th: Radio news announced sighting of the elusive Puma in Hampshire.
• July 26th: Government clampdown on immigrants joining the "cult of Scientology"; Fate magazine article on Men In Black.
• Holiday in Yarmouth, Isle of Wight: A bright star-like object travelled at speed across the sky, not a satellite.
• July 30th: A clear night observation of a very bright object travelling slowly, followed by a smaller, brilliant object travelling at great speed.
• July 31st: News of volcanic activity in Costa Rica, with fatalities and missing persons.
• Aug 1/68: Ivan Sanderson discussed forming a club for investigating strange phenomena and mentioned his book "More Things." He believed in thousands of super intelligences, some living among us and on this planet, including in the ocean. A 158ft penguin and a small unknown animal that shoots back into the sea were also mentioned.
• Aug 2/68: News of a major earthquake in the Philippines, with over 400 deaths.

The section concludes by questioning potential connections between French nuclear tests, volcanic activity in Costa Rica, and the Philippine earthquake, and notes that Part 2 will follow in the next issue.

McMinnville Alien Daze 07

Bill Coones, a SUFOG member in the USA, reports on a speaker's forum at the McMinnville Alien Daze 07 event. He expresses disappointment with the presentations, which attributed paranormal experiences to sleep paralysis, hypnosis, or imagination. He was particularly critical of Peter Davenport's statement that 90% of UFO information is untrue unless from a certified investigator, and his warning about internet information. Coones felt that "Contactees" are the real experts, not the armchair observers or professionals who he believes act as "information Gatekeepers." He stated that these "experts" provide excuses for people to disbelieve Contactees and evidence. He urged the audience to research for themselves and not rely solely on the speakers' words.

THE MOD AND THE FOI...

This section contains an email from Nick Pope to "UFO UpDates" regarding the release of 24 Defence Intelligence Staff UFO files, available on the MoD website. It also includes a UFO report received on June 11, 2007, from Ryde, Isle of Wight. The witness described seeing a bright light, initially thought to be a plane, that moved overhead without dimming or flashing. The object then stopped, made a curve, and continued moving in a different direction. The witness was seeking information from other sightings or local UFO groups.

THE PARANORMAL HAS ARRIVED IN SUFOG...

This section details the 2007 crop circle season in the UK. It lists several formations reported between April and June 2007:

• Oliver's Castle, Devizes, Wiltshire (April 15th): A circle glyph in oil-seed rape, 333 ft in diameter with seven arcs.
• Chilcomb Down, Nr Winchester, Hampshire (April 22nd): A small formation (50-70 ft) of oil-seed rape with two interlocking standing rings.
• Morgan Hill, Nr Devizes, Wiltshire (May 18th): A star formation in barley, over 200 ft in diameter.
• Just north of Hullavington Airfield, Mulmesbury, Wiltshire (April 22nd): A simple, crooked circle in oil seed rape, positioned in a field corner.
• Wexcombe Down, nr Wexcombe, Wiltshire (May 22nd): A four-fold geometrical design in green barley, approximately 200 ft in diameter.
• Winterbourne Monkton, nr Avebury, Wiltshire (May 23rd): Nested crescents, approximately 180 ft in diameter, in green barley.
• Yatesbury Field (1), nr Avebury Trusloe, Wiltshire (May 30th): A formation of linked circles spanning about 300 feet of barley.
• Yatesbury Field (2), nr Avebury Trusloe, Wiltshire (May 30th): A single circle formation in young wheat, about sixty feet in diameter, with clean and neat downed crop.
• East Field, nr Alton Barnes, Wiltshire (June 3rd): A design reflecting three ancient symbols (three-rayed sun, triple alpha, triquetra) related to creation.
• Abbots Down, Nr Pewsey, Wiltshire (June 6th): A formation representing a three-dimensional globe in barley, 200ft approx.
• White Horse Milk Hill, nr Alton Barnes, Wiltshire (June 7th): A formation in wheat, described as rough but intriguing, combining elements of previous designs.
• Up Somborne, nr Winchester, Hampshire (June 10th): A formation in barley, approximately 200 ft in diameter, possibly with concentric rings.
• Church Road, nr Barton-Le-Clay, Bedfordshire (June 11th): A pictogram in wheat overlooked by the Barton Hills.
• Easton Royal, nr Burbage, Wiltshire (June 12th): A barley formation, 200 ft approx., with narrow fine lines.
• Westbury Hill, nr Westbury, Wiltshire (June 14th): A backwards S shape made of Vesica-like eclipses in young wheat.

The section also provides the website www.cropcircleconnector.com for more information.

Book Review: 'The Roberts File' (Pt 1)

This review discusses a book by Ryan S Wood, which examines UFO crashes and U.S. Government documents related to UFOs. The reviewer, Malcolm Robinson, highlights the book's exploration of cases like the Cannock Chase incident, Boscombe Downs, Rendlesham, and the Varginha, Brazil incident. A significant portion of the review focuses on the author's discussion of potential procedures for responding to alien signals, the possibility of humans being seen as 'delicacies' by aliens, and the NSA's stance on releasing information about alien beings. The review mentions Timothy Good being told by NSA linguists about nine alien groups and potential signal receiving points in Nevada or California. The book also touches upon SETI and animal mutilations. The reviewer strongly recommends the book, calling it a "vital read" for anyone interested in UFO crashes and the phenomenon.

NEWS HEADLINES THAT DIDN'T MAKE THE MAGAZINE (April - June 2007)

This section compiles a list of news headlines related to UFOs and paranormal topics from various publications worldwide between April and June 2007. Examples include "A Victorian Encounter Of The Blurred Kind" (The Times Colonist), "Interest Still High In UFOs Researchers Say" (The Toronto Star), "Annual UFO Survey Records 736 Reported Sightings Across Canada Last Year" (The Brooks Bulletin), and "Expert: V-shaped 'UFO' Is A Kite" (The Shanghai Daily). It also includes headlines from the USA, China, UK, Canada, and other countries, covering topics such as unexplained sightings, government investigations, and alien encounters.

AVEBURY 25TH - 26TH AUGUST 2007

This section announces a combined circle hunt and sky watch event in Avebury, Wiltshire, UK, scheduled for August 25-26, 2007. The itinerary includes meeting at The Barge PH at Alton Barnes at 12 noon on August 25th, followed by visits to Silbury Hill and Avebury - Red Lion PH, with a skywatch in Avebury at 9 p.m. The organizer, Steve Gerrard, provides contact details and mentions bringing a camping cooker for refreshments, asking attendees to bring their own food.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are UFO sightings, the enduring mystery of the Kecksburg Incident, and the phenomenon of crop circles. The magazine also touches upon government secrecy, paranormal investigations, and the ongoing search for extraterrestrial intelligence. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry into these subjects, presenting various reports, expert opinions, and personal accounts, while also acknowledging skepticism and the need for critical evaluation. There is a clear interest in documenting sightings, investigating anomalies, and informing readers about conferences and research in the field of ufology and the paranormal.