SUFOG Newsletter No 027

Magazine Overview

This document is the 27th newsletter from the Southampton UFO Group, dated January 1993. It is organized by Steve Gerrard and features an article by Tom Truebridge. The newsletter covers various aspects of UFO research, media reports, and related events.

A Close Look at C.SETI 1992, Alton Barnes, Woodborough Hill

Tom Truebridge recounts his participation in an operation organized by crop circle researcher Colin Andrews and Steven Greer, director of the American organization C.SETI. The operation had two main components: communication and light. The 'thought' element aimed to neutralize hostility and break down barriers by fostering an open mind, drawing parallels to the mental link often reported in UFO cases. The 'light' element utilized a powerful parallel beam spot lamp to vector in any moving object in space, though a laser system was not employed at Woodborough Hill. On the night of Sunday, July 26th, a significant sighting occurred, but there was no visual record, only a tape recording made by Steven Greer.

What the Media Had to Say in: Dec 1991

This section compiles a comprehensive list of newspaper articles from December 1991, categorized by regional, world, and national publications. Examples include 'UFO SEEN' from Kent Today, 'FIRE IN THE SKY BAFFLES EXPERTS' from the Shropshire Star, and 'LOAD OF BALLOONEY' from the Daily Star. It also lists crop circle articles, such as 'IT'S FULL CIRCLE FOR THE HOAXER'S ART' from the Basingstoke Gazette.

Press Cutting Collection

Tom Truebridge maintains a monthly running total of newspaper and magazine articles in his collection, detailing the number of items related to crop circles, nationals, regionals, locals, unknowns, magazines, world events, and specific topics like the Bermuda Triangle, Big Foot, cattle mutilations, and faces on Mars. The total number of collected items is 5373.

General Information

This section provides useful addresses and information. Paul Fuller is listed as a crop circle specialist and author who produces 'The Crop Watcher' magazine. Tom Truebridge offers a list of around 300 slides obtainable from Quest International and a collection of about 120 audio tapes, available for swapping. Forthcoming meetings and lectures are announced, including the MUFON Conference in Richmond, Virginia (July 1993), the Ancient Astronaut Society in Las Vegas (August 1993), and the 3rd World UFO Congress in Tromso, Norway (May 1993). A local event, 'UFOS: FACT OR FANTASY?', is scheduled for Sheffield Polytechnic in August 1993, with contact details for Stewart Smith.

Press/TV/Radio Matters Over the Past Month (15.12.92 - 15.1.93)

This section reviews television programs, newspaper articles, and magazine reviews related to UFOs. Television programs mentioned include 'EQUINOX: ET PHONE HOME' and 'THE TIME & THE PLACE'. Newspaper articles cover topics like a UFO landing pad near Dallas, Texas, and the 'Aurora Project' spy plane. Magazine reviews highlight 'Strange Magazine' (featuring humanoids), 'Kindred Spirit' (with an article on crop circle formations), 'Northern UFO News', and 'UFO' magazine (covering American ufology, the UN, and US underground bases).

UFO Hot Lines & Books for Sale

Contact numbers for UFO hotlines and reporting services are provided, including a standard rate and a 'peek rate' per minute. A list of books for sale is offered, such as 'Mankind - Child of the Stars' by Max Flindt & Otto Binder, 'Communion' by Whitley Strieber, 'Operation Earth' by Le Poer Trench, and 'The Cosmic Connection' by Carl Sagan. Prices are listed, excluding postage.

Two VHS Videos for Sale

Two VHS videos are offered for sale: 'Tape 1: VHS E-180' includes a BBC scene with John Spencer discussing his book and a conference, and 'Tape 2: VHS E-180' features documentaries on UFOs, discussions, and interviews, including one with Timothy Good and an abductee. The videos are priced at £7.00 each or both for £12.00, including postage and packaging.

Subscription Details

The newsletter consists of at least 4 pages of double-sided A4 paper, plus new cuttings. An extra page is included in the summer months for crop circle information updates. The subscription cost is £5 per year, and it is published monthly.

UFO Research of Manitoba

Reports indicate an increase in crop circles from 1990-1992, with 40 submissions to the North American Institute for Crop Circle Research in 1990-1991. Several additions were reported in 1992, including a complex pattern in Coalhurst, Alberta, consisting of seven circles joined by corridors.

Help.....

Queries are posed regarding a new American TV program called 'SIGHTINGS' that featured a segment on STS-48 and UFOs, and a request for information about 'Tomorrow's World' in 1966 that investigated a flying saucer simulation.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The newsletter consistently focuses on UFO sightings, crop circles, and related phenomena. It actively encourages reader participation through the sharing of information, press cuttings, and participation in events. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry into UFOs and related mysteries, with a strong emphasis on compiling and disseminating information from various sources, including media reports and personal accounts. There is a clear effort to connect enthusiasts with resources, contacts, and upcoming events within the UFO community.