SUFOG Newsletter No 037

Magazine Overview

This document is the November 1993 issue, number 37, of the Southampton UFO Group's newsletter. It primarily serves as a compilation of media coverage related to UFOs and paranormal phenomena, with a specific focus on articles published in September 1992. The newsletter also includes updates on various UFO research groups, archival sightings, and information on related publications and events.

Media Coverage in September 1992

The newsletter extensively lists newspaper and magazine articles from September 1992, categorized by region and publication. These articles cover a wide range of UFO-related topics, from 'Man Solves UFO Riddle' (Wigan Evening Post) and 'UFO Disc Sighting Mystery' (Colchester Evening Gazette) to more intriguing headlines like 'Light Shed on UFO Kidnap' (Northern Echo) and 'Are They Green Men?' (Colchester Evening Gazette). Regional newspapers across the UK, including those from Wigan, Wolverhampton, Rossendale, Colchester, Wrexham, Loughborough, Salisbury, Peterborough, Aberdeen, Darlington, and Yorkshire, are cited. National newspapers such as the Daily Star and The Guardian are also mentioned, with headlines like 'Mars Blast Off' and 'Anti-UFO Talk That's Strictly For The Birds'. Magazine articles from 'Chat' (London) and 'Woman' are also included, focusing on 'Grey Encounters' and 'Close Encounters of the Yorkshire Kind' respectively.

Press Cutting Collection Statistics

The editor provides statistics on their monthly press cutting collection, indicating the volume of articles gathered on various subjects. The largest categories are 'UK Regionals' (2579 articles) and 'UK Nationals' (893 articles). Other categories include 'Crop Circles' (751), 'Newspaper Unknown' (624), and 'Magazine Articles' (234). Smaller collections exist for topics like 'Bigfoot', 'Loch Ness Monster', and 'Stealth Fighter/Bomber'. The total number of press cuttings collected is 6324.

General Information and Other Publications

The newsletter also includes a section on 'General Information'. It mentions a list of around 300 slides available from Quest International and notes press, TV, and radio matters from mid-October to mid-November 1993. A review of 'Focus Magazine' (September 1993) highlights an article by Ian Ridpath on UFO sightings, including cases involving Travis Walton and President Jimmy Carter. A 'Daily Mail' article from October 30th, 1993, is mentioned, posing the question of whether the world's greatest enigmas will ever be solved. A new book by Arthur C. Clarke, 'A - Z of Mysteries From Atlantis to Zombies', is also noted.

Magazine Reviews

'Foresight' magazine (October-December, No. 118) is reviewed as a publication filled with 'wierd and wonderful' topics, including brainwaves, Jack the Ripper, and human clones. Contact details for obtaining this magazine are provided. 'Northern UFO News' (September 1993, No. 162) is highly praised by the editor as one of the best UFO magazines, packed with news and sightings, available at £7 for six issues. Contact information for Jenny Randles is given.

New Newsletters and Groups

Several new newsletters and groups are introduced:

• Newsletter of Andover Unexplained Phenomena Investigation Network (September 1993, No. 3): This Hampshire-based newsletter covers local sightings and historical reports, costing 50p per issue or free to members. Contact is via Malcolm Terry.
• Crypto Chronicle (Issue No. 2): This magazine focuses on cryptology news, including mystery cats, ape-men, and extinct moa's, priced at £1 per issue or £5 per year. Contact is via Craig Harris.
• OVNI (October 1993): A newsletter from the Phenomenon Research Association, covering topics like the Derbyshire UFO Flap, 'Foo' fighters, and crop circles. Contact is via Omar Fowler.
• BUFORA Ireland Journal (Issue 3, Vol.1): Described as one of the best magazines in circulation, it features UFO reports from Ireland, including a special report on sightings from March 31st, 1993, and an interview with Jenny Randles. It also covers a crop circle sighting. The subscription costs £5 per year (including postage).

UFO Hotline and Subscription Details

Contact numbers for 'UFO Hotline' and 'Bufora Weekly News Update' are provided. The BUFORA Ireland Journal newsletter is described as consisting of at least 4 double-sided A4 pages, with extra pages in summer months for crop circle news. The annual subscription is £5, including postage.

Meetings and Events

The newsletter reports on several meetings and events:

• Meeting of Southern Paranormal Investigations Group (October 24th, 1993): The meeting location was unexpectedly changed due to hall redecoration. Attendees were shown footage of mystery lights and figures caught on film, including footage from the Southern Paranormal Investigations Group and the Plymouth UFO Group. The editor also presented recent UFO film footage, followed by a Q&A session and a segment on an alleged UFO landing in Canada. The meeting concluded with a broadcast of a Radio One interview with Bob Oeschler. The entrance fee was 75p.
• Eastleigh Round Table Talk (October 26th, 1993): The editor gave a talk based on video footage of UFOs and crop formations. The event included a meal and drinks.

The next meeting for the Southampton UFO Group is scheduled for November 24th.

New Books and Research Groups

• New Book: 'Aliens: The Real Story' by Jenny Randles is recommended, priced at £14.99 and due out in November 1993.
• East Kent Ufo Research Group: Readers are asked if they have any information about this group.
• East Midlands Ufo Research Association: Their next meeting is on November 24th, 1993. Contact details for Anthony James are provided.

Archival Sightings

Two historical sightings from Hampshire are included:

• June 23rd, 1954 (Hengistbury Head): Five people witnessed a large, brilliant white cigar-shaped object, stationary for three minutes before moving off at high speed.
• June 27th, 1954 (Hindhead): A bright light, resembling a star, moved rapidly across the sky, exhibiting unusual movement and a noise similar to a jet aircraft.

These reports are taken from 'Flying Saucer News, No.6 Summer/Autumn 1954.

Crop Circles and Canadian Investigations

A letter from Steve Canada, an investigator in Canada, discusses crop circles. He has produced a ten-volume book on the subject and a video titled 'Crop Circle Meanings'. His theory links crop pictograms to UFOs and artificial structures on Mars.

Mysterious UFO Formations Found in Canada

This section details an account from Edwin Fuhr of Langenburg, Saskatchewan, Canada, who reported seeing five rotating, spinning objects that appeared suddenly and then ascended in a step formation, emitting a dark gray vapor. Constable Ron Morier of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police investigated the site and found rings in the grass, approximately 18 inches high, with a horseshoe design. The grass was trampled down, and no tracks or odour were detected. The report, taken from 'Modern People Press: UFO REPORT' (dated 1975), speculates whether this account is a precursor to later crop circle findings in Canada.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The newsletter consistently promotes the investigation and reporting of UFO phenomena. It emphasizes the importance of media coverage, archival research, and the activities of various research groups. The editor actively encourages reader participation by requesting information and maintaining a press cutting collection. The overall stance is one of serious inquiry into unexplained aerial phenomena, with a particular interest in sightings, crop circles, and related mysteries. The publication acts as a central hub for disseminating information and connecting individuals interested in the UFO field.