SUFOI Intern - 1996 08

Magazine Overview

Title: SUFOI INTERN
Issue Date: August 1996
Publisher: Skandinavisk UFO Information
Country: Denmark
Language: Danish

This issue of SUFOI INTERN, the internal newsletter of Skandinavisk UFO Information, provides updates on UFO and related phenomena investigations, organizational news, and upcoming events. It details recent crop circle findings, UFO sightings, and reports on various research projects and publications.

SUFOI HEADLINES !

• The headlines highlight several key topics for the month:
• An exciting event at the Steno Museum in September.
• The peak season for crop circles, with three new cases reported.
• An investigation into a mysterious sphere, possibly from Russian glass production in the 1700s.
• A daylight video from Albertslund is under examination.
• A personal note about several SUFOI members getting married in September.

FAT PENNEN (Deadlines)

• Key deadlines are listed for upcoming publications:
• Next Intern newsletter: October 10th.
• UFO-Nyt issue number 4: October 2nd.

REP. MØDET - Af Per Andersen (Representative Meeting)

A representative meeting is scheduled for Sunday, September 22nd, at the Steno Museum in Århus. The event includes lectures, a planetarium show, and an exhibition. Spouses and guests are welcome. Deadlines for submitting semi-annual reports (September 4th) and registering for the Saturday event (September 12th) are also mentioned.

NYT OM RAPPORTARBEJDET (News on Report Work)

STILLE SOMMER - Af Toke Haunstrup (Quiet Summer)

This section reports a quiet period on the 'observation front' during June-July, with only two crop circle cases on Lolland, a track in a raspberry patch near Odder, a few video cases, and various observation reports.

SPORSAGER PÅ MODE ? - Af Toke Haunstrup (Track Cases in Fashion?)

This article delves into recent crop circle findings in Denmark. It revisits a case from Holeby on Lolland, previously covered in UFO-Nyt. Two new crop circle cases emerged in July. The first, found by a farmer on Lolland, featured a central circle surrounded by four others connected by 'beams'. Despite aerial photography, the pattern was deemed asymmetrical, suggesting a possible hoax. A second case near Holeby involved a large and a small circle, with clear human or animal tracks. The author notes that crop circles seem to be 'in fashion', predicting an increase in cases, possibly due to increased interest in Denmark as a tourist destination for UFOs or as a trend for people to create them to test organizations like SUFOI.

Another curious case from the Odder area involved flattened vegetation in a raspberry patch, with no clear tracks. An excerpt from Emil Vestergaard Jensen's report describes the crushed raspberry bushes and a 'crushed' center without ground indentation.

SIDSTE NYT (PA) (Latest News)

A new crop circle in a wheat field near Dybbøl is currently being investigated. This is noted as an early significant event for the person who passed their AC (presumably an exam or test).

KOMMENTAR FRA PA (Commentary from PA)

Per Andersen comments on the rising trend of crop circles, predicting a continued increase. He speculates whether UFOs are attracted to Denmark as a tourist spot or if it's a growing trend for people to create these formations.

VIDEOOPTAGELSER - Af Toke Haunstrup (Video Recordings)

Two video cases were reported in July. The first, from Horsens on July 23rd, involved a bright object observed for 30 minutes, recorded by a fixed camera. The movement was analyzed and found to match observations of the planet Jupiter. The second case, on July 8th, involved an oval, balloon-like phenomenon observed for 15 minutes in Albertslund. This case is notable for being a daylight video recording.

AKTIVITETER (Activities)

RUSSISK KUGLE VAR JORDISK - Af Per Andersen (Russian Sphere Was Earthly)

This article details the final report from a project supported by SUFOI concerning a mysterious sphere found in Russia. The glass sphere was discovered in 1983 near Kasimov, Russia, at a depth of seven meters in red clay. After a decade in a local museum, it was sent for analysis by RIAP. The investigation, hampered by the dissolution of Soviet scientific structures, concluded that the sphere was likely a human-made glass product from 150-200 years ago, possibly an intermediate product or a child's toy. Photographs of the sphere are included.

UFOLOGISK TIDSSKRIFT - Af Per Andersen (Ufological Journal)

The editorial team met to plan the launch of a new ufology journal. The first issue is planned for October and will include articles on the history of UFO research in Denmark, a report on distance estimation, analyses of abduction cases, and reviews of serious ufological articles.

ARTIKEL SENDT TIL IUR - Af Per Andersen (Article Sent to IUR)

An article by Toke on distance estimation from PADUR analyses has been translated into English and sent to the International UFO Reporter (IUR).

UFOERNES VERDEN - Af Per Andersen (The World of UFOs)

Kim is working on compiling classic UFO cases previously published in UFO-Nyt. The project, titled 'Ufoernes Verden', is facing challenges in producing a 200-page volume affordably. The plan is to break it down into four A5 booklets.

JUBILÆUMSBOG - Af Per Andersen (Anniversary Book)

For the 50th anniversary of UFO phenomena in 1997, Hilary Evans and Dennis Stacy are editing an international anniversary book. Kim Møller Hansen will contribute an article from Denmark.

SUFOI PICTURE LIBRARY - Af Per Andersen (SUFOI Picture Library)

SUFOI has established a picture library, selling images and photos for articles, books, and the press.

INDEPENDENCE DAY - Af Per Andersen

An advance screening of the film 'Independence Day' was attended. The film is described as a 'typical disaster film', interesting but not spectacular.

UFO-SVERIGE KONFERENCE - Af Per Andersen (UFO-Sweden Conference)

Details are provided for a UFO-Sweden conference in Göteborg on October 27th, featuring speakers like Jenny Randles, Paul Fuller, Kent Jeffrey, Nick Pope, and Ole Jonny Brænne.

NYT PROJEKT VED KØBENHAVNS UNIVERSITET - Af Per Andersen (New Project at Copenhagen University)

SUFOI has been contacted by Inge Norus, a student at Copenhagen University researching religious aspects in UFO journals. She requested materials and promised a report on her analysis by Christmas.

NYT UFO-NYT TRYKKERI - Af Kim Møller Hansen (New UFO-Nyt Printer)

SUFOI's printer for UFO-Nyt, SCOOP Tryk, has ceased operations. However, a new printer, Glumsø Bogtrykkeri, has been found, which can produce UFO-Nyt at the same price.

NYT OM PERSONER (News About People)

• Peter Nørgaard is moving but his new address is not yet known.
• Jan is getting married to Pia.
• Martin Lyck is withdrawing from the representative council to focus on his sociology studies at Copenhagen University.
• Lennart Pedersen is also stepping down from the representative council due to work and family commitments but will continue as a report recorder. His new address and phone number are provided.

DET ER DOG UTROLIGT (It's Unbelievable)

SUFOI received a letter from Paul Barrier in California, who claims to have been involved with UFO phenomena for nine years. He believes the world is ready for his information on crop circles and animal mutilations, mentioning a DNA helix design that appeared in a Wiltshire wheat field on June 17th, 1996, which he claims to have requested.

SUFOI inviterer til: (SUFOI invites you to:)

An "Ufo-dag" (UFO Day) is scheduled for Saturday, September 21st, 1996, at the Steno Museum in Århus. The program includes a welcome, lectures on a Danish 'car stop' case and whether UFO witnesses are crazy, a pause, an astronomy show at the planetarium, and time for informal UFO discussions. The price is 30 DKK. Registration is required by September 12th.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are the ongoing investigation and reporting of crop circle phenomena, UFO sightings, and the dissemination of information through publications like SUFOI Intern and the upcoming Ufologisk Tidsskrift. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry, with a focus on detailed reporting and analysis of reported events, while also acknowledging the possibility of hoaxes and conventional explanations (e.g., Jupiter sightings, human-made objects). There's a clear emphasis on community engagement through events like the UFO Day and the active participation of its members and representatives.

This issue of "Indberetninger Gennem Perioden" from SUFOI (Skandinavisk UFO Information) covers reports and activities from July 1996. The magazine includes a detailed log of UFO observations, investigations into crop circle phenomena, and organizational news.

UFO Sightings Log (Page 1)

The first page presents a table of UFO observations with dates ranging from September 15, 1958, to July 29, 1996. Each entry includes the observation date, time, location (often with postal code and town name), duration, object description (color, shape), and status codes. Notable observations include:

• 15.09.58 & 20.09.64: Observations near Tiset Nørremark, Gram, Denmark, lasting approximately 5 meters.
• 20.07.95: Observation near Hasmark Strand, Otterup, Denmark, lasting about 30 seconds, described as yellow-green and dark.
• 09.09.95: Observation near Hobro, Denmark, lasting 10-15 meters, described as yellow-white.
• 02.05.96: Observation near Egeholm, Hvidovre, Denmark, lasting about 2 meters, described as silver and red.
• 05.96: Observation near Bellinge, Odense SV, Denmark, lasting 50-60 seconds, described as yellow and orange.
• 08.07.96: An observation near Albertslund, Denmark, noted as 'NB: Video-optag!' (Note: Video recording).
• 08.07.96: Observation near Odense, Denmark, described as yellow and metallic.
• 09.07.96: Observation near København Ø, Denmark, described as yellow and black, noted as 'Fly' (possible aircraft).
• 14.07.96: Observation near Balaton Révfülop, Hungary, described as white, noted as 'Fly'.
• 20.07.96 & 22.07.96: Two observations near Horsens, Denmark, noted as 'NB: Video-opt.' (Note: Video recording), described as white and red, and white respectively.
• 23.07.96: Observation near Horsens, Denmark, noted as 'NB: Video-opt.', associated with 'Jupiter'.
• 25.07.96: Observation near Århus C, Denmark, described as yellow-orange, noted as 'Fly'.
• 27.07.96: Observation near Vejen, Denmark, described as blue, associated with 'Jupiter'.
• 28.07.96: Observation near Holeby, Denmark, described as 'Flere' (several), associated with 'Jupiter'.
• 29.07.96: Observation near Århus C, Denmark, described as white, associated with 'Venus'.

Page 2 explains the 'STATUSKODER' (Status Codes) used in the log, such as A=Alarm received, B=Message received, C=Forwarded to, D=Observer contacted, E=Forms sent to observer, F=Forms received from observer, G=Report recorded, H=Report sent to Report Central.

Russian Mystery Solved (Page 3)

This article, dated August 8, 1996, reports on the resolution of a 13-year-old mystery involving a glass sphere found by Russian workers in 1983 near Kasimov, Ryazan region, Russia. The sphere, found in a 7-meter layer of red clay, was examined by Professor Valentin N. Fomenko of the Ukrainian organization RIAP (Research Institute for Anomalous Phenomena) in collaboration with the Danish UFO organization SUFOI. The analysis revealed the sphere to be approximately 200 years old, likely a glass production intermediate from the mid-18th to mid-19th century in Russia, possibly used as a child's toy. The investigation included detailed analysis of the sphere's shape, density, impurities, radiation, and rotation.

SUFOI Picture Library (Page 4)

This page advertises the SUFOI Picture Library, offering illustrations for serious publications, primarily UFO-related but also other 'mystical' subjects. It provides price examples for books and periodicals (black and white and color) and contact information for ordering.

SUFOI Intern (Page 5)

This section, dated July 1996, is an internal newsletter for SUFOI's representative body. It includes:

• SUFOI HEADLINES: Mentions two new crop circle cases being investigated, a surplus in SUFOI's finances, and the release of a new newsletter.
• SKRIV DIG DET BAG ØRET! (Write it behind your ear!): Lists deadlines for the next 'Intern' (August 10) and 'UFO-Nyt' (October 2).
• BEHOLDNINGSOPGØRELSE - IGEN! (Inventory Count - Again!): A plea from Per Andersen for members to submit their inventory counts by August 10 to finalize the accounts.
• NYT OM RAPPORTARBEJDET (News on Report Work):
• SPOR I DANSKE MARKER (Tracks in Danish Fields) - By Toke Haunstrup: Reports on two crop circle cases investigated by Erling Hegelund. The first case involved two round/oval areas in a field near Valsø Magle (Ringsted) where winter wheat had withered. The second case, near Harreby, involved a field of clover grass where an oval area of flattened grass was discovered. The investigation explored possibilities like over-fertilization and helicopter landings, but no definitive cause was found.

SUFOI Intern (Continued) (Page 6)

• SPOR I DANSKE MARKER (Continued): The Harreby crop circle investigation is further detailed. The oval area measured 17 meters long and 50-75 cm wide. Three deep holes were found within the oval, resembling soil sampling 'prøvestik'. Researchers from Foulum were contacted but denied taking samples. The possibility of a helicopter landing was investigated, with authorities confirming no military helicopter activity during the relevant night. The possibility of a private helicopter was considered less likely due to the nighttime landing.

OBSERVATIONER I DET FYNSKE (Observations in Funen) - By Toke Haunstrup (Page 7)

This section details two specific observations:

• Strynø Observation: A female observer reported seeing an object on January 24th that resembled wings without a body, with four antennae of varying thickness. The object was described as rectangular, about five times as long as it was wide/high, and moved in a straight line. She initially thought it was a satellite but later doubted it.
• Nyborg Observation: An observer reported her waterbed and house shaking and a humming sound around 3:57 AM on April 29, 1996. The phenomenon lasted about 10 minutes. She observed two dark clouds following each other. Her neighbor reported a similar experience.

NYT FRA RC (News from RC) - By Toke Haunstrup (Page 8)

This section covers updates from the SUFOI Alarmcentral (RC):

• Staffing: Lennart is stepping down from managing the Alarmcentral due to a new job, with PN and the author (Toke Haunstrup) taking over shifts. Efforts are underway to form a group of volunteers to cover the Alarmcentral shifts.
• Low Activity: The period has seen a low number of observation reports.
• Projector Lights: Four observation reports were received in two weeks, three of which involved projector lights, possibly related to the Roskilde Festival.
• SUFOI Materials: There has been interest in SUFOI video materials.
• June Observations: The observation list for June was notably small, possibly due to members forgetting to submit their lists.
• Half-Yearly Report: A status update on observations from December to May shows 97 reports received, with 67 occurring within that period. More details will be in the next UFO-Nyt.

Other News and Activities (Page 9)

• AGREEMENT WITH DANISH CROP CIRCLE GROUP: An agreement for cooperation with the Dansk Korncirkel Gruppe (DKCG) has been accepted by Carl Otto Bindslev.
• SUFOI HAS SURPLUS AGAIN: Preliminary financial results for the year ending June 30, 1996, indicate a surplus of approximately DKK 8,000. This marks the ninth surplus in the last ten years, with equity increasing by over DKK 100,000.
• RESPONSE FROM MINISTRY OF ENVIRONMENT: SUFOI received a letter from the Danish Ministry of Environment regarding a conference on spotlight/laser light issues. SUFOI has offered assistance and hopes to be invited.
• TV Interview: An open letter to Minister Svend Auken resulted in a brief interview with SUFOI (PA) on DR's TV-Avisen on June 18.
• NEW NEWSLETTER RELEASED: SUFOI Newsletter No. 15 (1996) has been published, with contributions from Flemming Rasmussen and Mark Smith.
• REPRESENTATIVE MEETING IN AARHUS: A representative meeting is planned for September 21-22 in Aarhus, potentially at the Steno Museum/Planetarium.

PORT HOLDER MEETING (Page 10)

• PORT HOLDER MEETING: The next meeting for the PORT project (Project over Rothsteins Teorier) is scheduled for October 5-6, 1996, at Torben Birkeholm's.

NEWS ABOUT PEOPLE

• JØRGEN BENGTVIG AND ANNIE AABIN: Thank SUFOI for a wedding bouquet and update their phone number.
• PETER NØRGAARD: Will be on summer vacation in weeks 26, 27, and 32, reachable by mobile phone for urgent local observations.
• PER ANDERSEN: Will be on vacation in weeks 30, 31, and 32 but likely reachable at home.
• BRIAN E. MØLLER: Has moved to Åbenråvej 14, Kiskelund.

THE DRY DATA

• Membership Statistics: As of June 30, 1996, SUFOI had 717 subscribers, an increase of 3 from the previous year. The projected total for 1996 is 770 subscribers (compared to 787 in 1995).
• Initial Giro Payments 1996: Lists initial payments by initials.
• Funds: Research Fund: DKK 3,686. Support Fund: DKK 9,226.
• Cash Box (Changes): A detailed breakdown of expenditures and remaining balances for various individuals (HKP, TB, PA, KMH, etc.) for the period ending June 30, 1996.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are UFO sightings, crop circle investigations, and the internal workings of the SUFOI organization. The editorial stance appears to be one of diligent investigation, data collection, and collaboration with other organizations, while also maintaining a focus on the financial health and operational efficiency of SUFOI. There is a clear emphasis on reporting factual findings and encouraging member participation.

This issue of 'INDBERETNINGER GENNEM PERIODEN' from June 1996 covers a range of topics related to UFOs and crop circles in Denmark. It includes a detailed report on a mysterious crop circle incident, an agreement for collaboration between two organizations, a list of contact numbers, and a film review.

Crop Circle Incident in Hareby

The main article, 'Mysterium i græsmark' (Mystery in the Grass Field), details an unusual event discovered on a mown grass field near Hareby. The morning after the field was cut, residents noticed that instead of the usual straight lines of cut grass, a large circle approximately 18 meters in radius had been formed. Within this circle, three holes were found arranged in a triangle, with about half a meter between them. Skandinavisk UFO Information (SUFOI) is investigating the phenomenon. Toke Haunstrup from SUFOI stated that the Danish Air Force reported no military activity in the area, leaving the cause of the incident unexplained. SUFOI is seeking information from local residents who may have observed anything unusual.

Erling Hegelund from SUFOI, who examined the phenomenon, suggested that a UFO might have landed on the field, creating the formation. He can be contacted for further information.

Collaboration Between DKCG and SUFOI

A significant portion of the magazine is dedicated to an agreement for collaboration between Dansk Korn-Cirkel Gruppe (DKCG) and Skandinavisk UFO Information (SUFOI) regarding crop circles in Denmark. The agreement outlines the purpose of the partnership, which includes:

• Ensuring the most optimal utilization of existing resources for crop circle research in Denmark.
• Ensuring the most professional surveying, analysis, and assessment of crop circle occurrences in Denmark.
• Facilitating a free exchange of information about Danish crop circles.
• Establishing mutual support in the work with crop circles.

The agreement details the fieldwork process, where DKCG can utilize SUFOI's rapporteurs and consultants for surveying and analysis. Information exchange is to occur within a reasonable timeframe, with both parties receiving copies of collected data, analyses, and conclusions.

Furthermore, the agreement specifies that neither party will have general economic obligations, and financial matters will be settled on a case-by-case basis. It also clarifies that the collaboration does not involve any restrictions on statements to the press and neither party has the right to speak on behalf of the other unless specifically agreed upon.

SUFOI Representative Contact Information

A list of telephone numbers for SUFOI representatives is provided, dated July 1, 1996. This includes names, initials, phone numbers, and in some cases, specific notes such as 'IKKE SOMMER' (Not Summer), 'HEMMELIGT NUMMER' (Secret Number), 'IKKE MANDAG' (Not Monday), and 'EFTER KL. 2000' (After 8 PM). The 'ALARMCENTRAL' number is also listed.

Film Review: Independence Day

A brief review of the American sci-fi film 'Independence Day' is included. The article notes that the film broke Jurassic Park's record by grossing $100 million in six days. It describes the film as an alien invasion story with spectacular special effects, starring Will Smith, Bill Pullman, and Jeff Goldblum. The film, directed and produced by Roland Emmerich and Dean Devlin (known for 'Stargate'), was scheduled for release in Denmark on October 11th, with premieres at Imperial in Copenhagen and in 50 other cities.

Observation Reports

Page one of the magazine contains a table of observation reports from the period of June 1 to June 30, 1996. These reports include dates, times, durations, locations (with postcodes and town names), number of observations, colors of observed objects (e.g., 'Sort, hvid', 'Grøn', 'Grå', 'Lysegrå'), and status codes. Some entries mention 'Projektørlys' (spotlights) and a 'Status' of 'E' (Skemaer afsendt til observatør - Questionnaires sent to observer) and 'Modtaget hos' (Received by) 'TH' or 'AC/TH'. An earlier observation from 'Forår '93' (Spring '93) in Kastrup is also listed.

Status Codes

A key to the status codes used in the observation reports is provided, explaining abbreviations such as 'A' for Alarm received, 'B' for Message received, 'D' for Observer contacted, 'E' for Questionnaires sent, 'F' for Questionnaires received, 'G' for Report recorded, and 'H' for Report sent to the central reporting office.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are UFO sightings and crop circle phenomena, with a focus on investigation and information gathering. The magazine promotes collaboration between organizations dedicated to these subjects. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry, seeking to understand unexplained events and encouraging public participation in reporting observations. The inclusion of a film review suggests an awareness of popular culture's engagement with sci-fi themes.