Svsvaren - 1979 No 2

Magazine Overview

Title: SVÄVAREN
Issue: NR 2/79
Publisher: UFO-CENTER, KARLSKOGA
Date: 1979

This issue of Svavaren, the official organ of the UFO-Center Karlskoga, focuses on UFO phenomena, reports, and related discussions. The cover features a humorous illustration of figures disbelieving in flying saucers, juxtaposed with the magazine's serious intent. The issue includes a table of contents listing articles on editorials, a strange case, an extraterrestrial skeleton, observation evenings, a UFO rally in South America, and a 'third degree' encounter.

Editorial: "Ledare"

The editorial, titled "Ledare" (Leader), addresses the readers as "ALL UFO-FANS AND OTHERS!" It notes the arrival of autumn and anticipates a "highly charged and eventful" season for the UFO-Center, emphasizing activities rather than necessarily more sightings. The editorial highlights the new, spacious club location made possible by Kerstin's efforts, encouraging members to visit. It mentions that three meetings have already taken place: an autumn kickoff, a general meeting, and observation evenings (one with clouds, one clear). A building evening for a UFO detector project is also noted. The importance of the club location as a social hub for discussing UFOs, astronomy, and ancient science is stressed. The editorial also calls for volunteers to help expand and finalize posters for a public exhibition at the library, urging interested individuals to contact the chairman for discussions on timing. A crucial piece of information is provided: the regular meeting time at the club's location (SINTRAMS VÄG 4) is "always" at 19:00, with any deviations to be announced separately.

Content and Articles

Editorial Improvements and New Staff:
Page 3 discusses improvements in the quality of the magazine "SVÄVAREN," attributing this to new staff members Acke Svensson and his partner Eva. The editorial board now includes Acke Svensson, Carl-Florian Micu, Jörgen Stenkvist, and Owe (the author). The ambition is to make the magazine more interesting with original content, including material not previously published in Swedish and original articles. Readers are encouraged to submit tips, articles, or new conclusions based on their own thoughts and observations, especially if they encounter someone who has seen a UFO or have seen one themselves, as the editorial team is willing to conduct interviews.

Observations:

• Observation with "Bound" Eyes: On Friday, September 21st, a group of 7 people went out with telescopes despite poor weather. They traveled to a location near Kristinehamn where a gap in the clouds allowed them to briefly observe the Pleiades constellation before clouds covered the sky again. They returned to the club and discussed telescope settings while eating.
• Observation in "Party Weather": On Saturday, September 22nd, a group of 10 people went out with telescopes. Owe Lewitzki guided them to a good observation spot west of Linnebäck. After setting up telescopes in the dark, they were impressed by the view of the Milky Way, observed three satellites, and were shown the Andromeda Galaxy. They also observed the Pleiades and other celestial objects. The group had a meal and packed up around 11:00 AM.

Undenäs Report:

On the evening of May 3rd, Ragna Karlsson was gathering firewood near her home when she saw a sharp, blue-white light. Looking up, she saw a strange object hovering above the treetops. The object, described as approximately 4 meters long and divided into four parts, moved slowly and silently. It then moved to an open area, swayed, and its front section became transparent with swirling colors. The rear part disappeared. The object then accelerated rapidly upwards, leaving a condensation trail. Ragna experienced a headache and difficulty sleeping for two days afterward. The report notes that this is a shortened version of a full report available from the chairman, Owe L.

Commentary on the Bayeux Tapestry:

This section discusses the famous Bayeux Tapestry, which depicts William the Conqueror's conquest of England. It highlights a depiction of a comet that, according to chronicles, guided the Normans. The author notes the striking similarity between this 'comet' and UFOs, suggesting it's too great a coincidence to be mere chance. The witness who reported the Undenäs sighting claims never to have seen the tapestry, leading to speculation that either a UFO seen 800 years ago has been encountered again, or that the image from the witness's subconscious played a role in the observation. The article concludes that it is difficult to ascertain the truth at this point.

Extraterrestrial Child's Skeleton?:

This article reports on a skeleton found on the beach at San Carlos, Panama, in March 1979. Dr. Francisco de Aguilar, a psychologist and psychiatrist, believes it is the skeleton of an extraterrestrial child. The skeleton is described as 15 cm long and 6 cm wide, with movable arms and legs. The finder initially thought it was a doll. Dr. de Aguilar offers a reward for the return of the fabric that surrounded the skeleton. He considers this find to be one of the most significant of the "UFO phenomenon's century." The article also mentions a similar skeleton found in 1972 at Playa Erendira, Mexico, which was declared "not of earthly origin" by experts. The San Carlos skeleton is considered better preserved. Analysis suggests the being had a human-like but shorter body, a proportionally larger head, straight legs, and a broad chest. The large spinal canal suggests high mental activity. The shoulder blades are described as wing-shaped. The article acknowledges that the skeleton could be from an unknown terrestrial animal, but Dr. de Aguilar claims to have definitive proof. He also speculates that Earth is being visited by extraterrestrials aiming to prevent humanity's self-destruction through nuclear war. He further suggests that "Men in Black" are part of an international conspiracy to suppress UFO reports, orchestrated by the USA, Soviet Union, and the Vatican.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are UFO sightings, the nature of UFOs, potential extraterrestrial contact, and the historical context of such phenomena. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry and reporting on various aspects of the UFO phenomenon, from personal sightings and club activities to more speculative theories about alien life and cover-ups. There is a clear effort to present detailed reports and encourage reader participation, while also exploring controversial topics like alien skeletons and historical interpretations of anomalous phenomena. The magazine aims to be informative and engaging for UFO enthusiasts.

This issue of Notiziario UFO, dated June 1979, features a cover story titled "POLSK TREDJEGRADARE." (Polish Third Degree.) and a main cover headline "Närkontakt av tredje graden?" (Third Degree Encounter?). The magazine appears to be a Swedish publication, indicated by the translation credit and the price in Swedish Kronor. The issue number is 11, and the volume is implied to be 1979.

Närkontakt av tredje graden? (Third Degree Encounter?)

The lead article details a reported third-degree encounter in Poland from the previous year. A Polish farmer from the Lublin region claimed that two "bizarre" beings with almond-shaped eyes and greenish faces invited him into a craft resembling a bus hovering in the air. These beings, dressed in black suits similar to diving suits, moved by hopping and communicated through unintelligible sounds. During the visit, the farmer was reportedly examined with X-rays and was present during the aliens' meal, which consisted of a "transparent" dish, though he was not allowed to taste it. The incident, reported to the local newspaper "Kurier Polski," occurred on May 17, 1978, near a village about sixty kilometers from Lublin. The farmer encountered the beings while walking through a forest with a horse-drawn cart. Villagers who heard the story found strange marks and parallel lines on the ground, with some fields appearing to have been run over, damaging the crops. Simultaneously, a 6-year-old boy in the village reported seeing a large airplane and hearing a terrible noise that shook his house. Polish UFO experts reportedly confirmed the credibility of the farmer's account, noting that he had no prior knowledge of flying saucers, had never read books on the subject, and did not own a TV.

The article is attributed to "Notiziario UFO," June 1979, and translated by Eva Harling-Svensson.

UFO-RALLY

Another article, "UFO-RALLY," details an event that occurred between August 17 and September 24, 1978, during a rally called "Vuelta a la America de Sud ACA/BIR," which covered nearly 30,000 km across South America. The rally gained attention due to an alleged UFO sighting under peculiar circumstances. Two participants, Chilean Carlos Acevedo and his companion Angel Moya, claim their car, a Citroen GS 1220 Club, was "sucked up" by an unidentified flying object (UFO) and transported approximately 70 km after all the gasoline was consumed. Acevedo described seeing a large, egg-shaped light approaching at high speed in his rearview mirror, which caused his engine to stop and their car to lift off the ground. Moya recalled feeling intense heat and a sense of being moved. They estimated their speed during this event to be 4200 km/hr. Upon being set down by the roadside, they discovered their fuel tank was completely empty, despite being full earlier. The incident was reported to a gas station attendant about 120 km from Bahia Blanca, who stated that they too had seen the flying saucer. The story, initially met with skepticism in the Italian press, prompted Argentine journalists to provide detailed accounts. The article concludes that the event, while seemingly incredible, is supported by independent witnesses and evidence, suggesting a challenge to human logic in the form of UFO phenomena, specifically teleportation.

Further details are provided from official data from the "Automovil Club Argentino" in Viedma. The car, number 102, left Viedma at 4:05 AM on September 23. Inspector Jorge Osimi in Pedro Luro was contacted by Acevedo and Moya at 4:45 AM. This implies they arrived in Pedro Luro by 4:30 AM, covering the 160 km distance in just 25 minutes, an impossible speed for a conventional explanation. The article questions if this was a "rigged deception?" but concludes it was not, as another car, Jarque-Rocamora, which started 15 minutes earlier, was surprised to find Acevedo-Moya already arrived and could not have overtaken them. The consistent data and witness accounts suggest that the phenomenon was not fraud but a new challenge to human logic: teleportation.

This article is also attributed to "Notiziario UFO," May 1979, and translated and shortened by Eva Harling-Svensson.

KLIPPT OCH SKURET (Cut and Scraped)

This section contains several shorter articles:

UFO har börjat attackera människor (UFOs have started attacking people)

This article reports that for the first time, UFOs (Unidentified Flying Objects) have allegedly carried out attacks on humans. Top experts believe that these violent UFO attacks, which have occurred in Brazil, may spread globally. Thousands of people in northern Brazil have reportedly witnessed UFOs, and two tragic deaths have been reported. The article mentions the case of José Sousa, a 22-year-old, and his 40-year-old brother Firmino, along with their cousin Auleriano Alves, who were severely burned after an encounter with a UFO. This case is known as the "Crab Island Case" and has baffled investigators. Professor Carneiro Belfart examined the charred remains of José Sousa and the two burned fishermen, noting that the burns were similar to lightning strikes, but there was no evidence of fire damage to the boat. Dr. Sylvio Lago, a hypnotherapist, hypnotized the two survivors, who described four alien figures arriving in a UFO. The article also notes that Soviet scientists have created dust and water samples resembling flying saucers, suggesting that UFOs might be formed by air turbulence, and increased UFO sightings could be linked to air pollution.

Människan var tre meter lång (Man was three meters long)

This piece discusses the discovery of "Peking Man," described as a giant, three-meter-tall human. A Swede discovered teeth and skeletal remains in China before World War I. Excavations were halted in 1937 due to the Japanese invasion. Some findings were sent to the USA for safekeeping and have not been seen since. New excavations in 1977 revealed that these giants lived in caves outside Peking. Peking Man could speak, cooked food over open fires, and lived in groups of at least 50 people. Dating methods now indicate they are approximately 460,000 years old.

Viktiga rymddata försvann i det blå.. (Important space data disappeared into the blue..)

This short report from Mountain View (TT-DPA) dated 770905 (likely a typo and should be 790905 given the context of the magazine) details a mistake by NASA that caused important information about Saturn's moon Titan to be lost in space. The Pioneer II probe transmitted data, but NASA had failed to inform the Soviet Union in time, causing the signals to be mixed with Soviet satellite signals. A NASA spokesperson apologized, citing the complexity of managing sensitive data. The information about Titan, which could have revealed the presence of organic life, will not be available until November of the following year when another American spacecraft passes Saturn.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue revolve around unexplained phenomena, particularly UFO sightings and encounters, with a focus on alleged physical interactions and their potential implications. The magazine presents accounts of alien visitations, mysterious transports, and even alleged attacks, often highlighting the baffling nature of these events and the challenges they pose to conventional scientific understanding. There is a clear interest in exploring the possibility of phenomena like teleportation and the potential for extraterrestrial intelligence. Alongside these UFO-centric narratives, the issue also touches upon ancient human history and mysteries, such as the "Peking Man," and briefly mentions a scientific mishap involving NASA, suggesting a broader curiosity about the unknown and the limits of current knowledge. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry into these subjects, presenting reported incidents and expert opinions without outright dismissal, while acknowledging the need for further investigation and the challenges to logical explanation.