SUFOI Maneds Nyt - 1962 03

Magazine Overview

Title: SUFOI MÅNEDS NYT
Issue: MARTS 1962 (March 1962)
Publisher: SUFOI
Document Type: Magazine Issue

This issue of SUFOI MÅNEDS NYT focuses on the activities and resources of the SUFOI organization, with a particular emphasis on its library services and literature distribution.

SUFOI Norway and Sweden

The "SUFOI NORGE" section reports that Norway now has several dozen members spread across the country and anticipates the formation of regular UFO groups and an organizational structure similar to Denmark's. Norwegian members seeking literature published by SUFOI (such as UFO-NYT, "Ombord i rumskibe", "Telepati etc.") are directed to contact Johan Grandt Tanum at Karl Johansgatan 43, Oslo. It is noted that obtaining materials from this Norwegian contact is easier than having them sent from Denmark.

The "SUFOI SVERIGE" section indicates a growing number of registrations in Sweden, with a strong interest in UFOs, comparable to Norway. The SUFOI Secretariat expresses interest in receiving news from these "brother countries" and encourages members to share any information or suggestions.

SUFOI Library and Literature

The "BIBLIOTEKERNE" section announces that new book lists from the SUFOI libraries are being sent out with the current issue. It acknowledges that the library's collection is not yet extensive and appeals to members to donate UFO books or materials that would be of interest. Such donations are welcomed and help members who cannot acquire UFO literature themselves.

"BOGINDBINDING" (Bookbinding) offers a service for members who wish to have their collected issues of magazines or booklets bound. For a fee of kr. 4.00, members can have publications like UFO-NYT, Teknisk studiehefte, Kontaktprogrammet, and Kosmologi bound. Interested members are advised to contact Kirsten Benn at SUFOI Birkerød for details.

The "SEKRETARIATET" section lists available materials for purchase from the secretariat. These include lectures by Hermann Oberth and Carl Anderson on "Mars to måner" (Mars to Moons), "De flyvende tallerkener og offentligheden" (Flying Saucers and the Public), "Data om flyvende tallerkener" (Data on Flying Saucers), and "Observations- og kontaktberetninger" (Observation and Contact Reports), all priced at 1.00 kr. Also available is "Den frie energi og de flyvende tallerkener" (Free Energy and Flying Saucers) by Birgit Thiede for 4.00 kr. UFO emblems (3 sheets with 12 stickers each) are sold for 1.00 kr. Complete sets of "Kosmologi", "Teknisk Studiehefte", and "Kontaktprogrammet", as well as UFO-NYT from March 1959 to the present, can also be acquired. However, some of these materials are in very limited supply, and prompt action is recommended for those wishing to supplement their UFO literature.

New UFO emblems (with a needle, featuring an Adamski-type saucer) are being manufactured and will be available soon for 2.00 kr. The secretariat also notes that detector compass needles are difficult to obtain, but SUFOI Sundby's representative, Åge Møller Christensen, occasionally manages to procure a few. Members interested are advised to contact him and join a waiting list. Complete detectors are not yet available.

Rapportcentralen (Report Center)

Erling Jensen, from Rapportcentralen, requests that all members who have set up a detector inform him of its location. To save postage, group leaders are encouraged to collect this information from their members and send it to him collectively. The Rapportcentralen is placing significant emphasis on detector alerts and data collection.

Library Catalogues

Two extensive lists of UFO literature are provided. The first, from the "S.U.F.O.I.s' bibliotek" in Kastrup, dated February 15, 1962, lists books in Danish, Swedish, and English. Notable Danish entries include works by Donald Keyhoe, G. Adamski, Frank Scully, and Poul Goos. Swedish entries feature Max B. Miller and Otis T. Carr. English titles include works by B. and H. Reeve, Harold T. Wilkins, Gray Barker, and G. Williamson.

The second list is a "LITTERATURFORTEGNELSE" (Literature List) from the library in Randers, covering works in Danish/Scandinavian languages and foreign languages (English, Spanish, French, Italian, German, and Japanese). Danish/Scandinavian authors listed include Niels Meyn, Eygen Semitov, Erik Arnesen, G. Adamski/Leslie, Frank Scully, Donald Keyhoe, and others. The foreign language section includes titles such as "Approach" by Edgar Sievers, "Australian Saucer Record", "AFSCA World Report" by Gabriel Green, and numerous English publications like "Flying Saucer News", "International Bulletin", and "NICAP Special Bulletin".

SUFOI Library Regulations

A detailed set of regulations for the SUFOI libraries is presented. The purpose is to promote knowledge of UFOs and UFOlogy. Membership is open to individuals over 18, while those under 18 must borrow through a group leader. Personal library cards are required for borrowing. The loan fee is kr. 1.00 per book for 4 weeks, with funds used for new acquisitions and maintenance. The loan period can be extended to 2 weeks for popular books. Members must report any change of address. Full responsibility for borrowed books lies with the borrower, who must replace lost or damaged items. Failure to return a book on time incurs a fine of kr. 2.00, and if not returned within two additional weeks, it will be collected by messenger at the borrower's expense, with a further fine of kr. 3.00. Books may not be sublet or lent out to non-members, and violations can lead to exclusion from further borrowing and claims for damages. Study circles can request study materials. Books will not be lent to households with infectious diseases; in such cases, the library must be notified, and books will be collected and disinfected or burned at no cost to the borrower. Newly published Danish books will only be available for loan after a year. All borrowers have received these regulations, and non-compliance will result in exclusion from further borrowing.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The issue reflects SUFOI's commitment to disseminating UFO information and fostering a community of interest. The recurring themes are the growth of UFO awareness and organization in Scandinavia, the importance of accessible literature and library services, and the collection of sighting and detector data. The editorial stance appears to be one of active engagement, encouraging member participation in sharing information, donating materials, and utilizing the organization's resources. There is a clear effort to catalog and make available a wide range of UFO-related publications from various countries and authors.