Tellus - 1961 12 vol 1 No 12

Magazine Overview

Title: Tellus
Issue: No. 12
Volume: I
Date: December 1961
Publisher: ORGAN FÖR M' I. S.
Price: 1 Kr.

This issue of Tellus, a Swedish magazine focused on ufology and related topics, presents a diverse range of articles covering personal encounters, scientific experiments, historical anecdotes, and ongoing research.

Table of Contents

The issue features the following articles:

• Vieste Ni ett år...
• Radiakprov på människan.
• Människan från den andra atjärnan.
• En mystisk pilot.
• Lyckönskningar till M I S.
• Forskarna och gravitationen.
• Satelitrapport.
• Brasilianska flygv. och UFO- Fotos
• Kennedy och psykisk forskning.

"Did You Know in a Year..." (Vieste Ni ett år...)

This section provides a chronological list of scientific discoveries and inventions, highlighting key dates and individuals:

• 1803: John Dalton develops atomic theory.
• 1845: Chr. Schönbein discovers cotton gunpowder.
• 1867: Alfred Nobel invents dynamite.
• 1824: W. Sturgeon discovers electromagnetism.
• 1837: S. Morse invents the telegraph.
• 1687: Isek Newton explains gravitation.
• 1675: O. Römer studies the speed of light.
• 1398: Pierre and Marie Curie discover radium.
• 1530: N. Copernicus determines the solar system's structure.
• 1931: E. Lawrence invents the cyclotron.

It also includes a brief mention of Leonardo da Vinci (1452-1519), noting his visionary sketches for inventions like flying machines, helicopters, parachutes, tanks, submarines, and diving suits, as well as his significant contributions to anatomy, geology, chemistry, and physics.

"Radioactive Test on Humans" (Radiakprov på människor)

This article, summarized from Kvällsposten, reports on an experiment in England where three volunteers lived on a diet containing radioactive fallout. The participants claimed to feel in prime condition and would have continued if the diet hadn't become monotonous. The experiment is seeking one or two women of childbearing age for further testing.

"Humans from Another Star" (Människan från den andra atjärnan)

This section features accounts from the Fourth International Congress for Unidentified Flying Objects. Dr. Lothar Reinbacker and Grundolf recount incredible stories heard in Wiesbaden. A woman claims that 800,000 "planetarians" live among us and travel in spaceships from other stars. The article includes a personal narrative from Elisabeth Weindt of Goslar, who describes meeting a beautiful woman who claimed to be from another solar system. This encounter involved a message of love and a journey through a "window" in the sky, leading to a pearlescent room where she met a man named Ramon. Ramon explained they were from another solar system and invited her into a spaceship. Later, Ramon appeared again and invited her to join him. She recounts a journey to the Moon, observing its craters and mountains. Another account features a woman who claims to be a teacher from Venus, sent to educate Earth's youth, but finds human history "terrible."

"A Mysterious Pilot" (En mystisk pilot)

This article, submitted by Kazimierz Zaleski, Chairman of the Polish Interplanetary Society, and originally published in Courrier Interplanétarie (September 1961), details the discovery of an injured man by the Polish coast guard. The man, suffering from severe burns, had unusual fingers and toes. His body's organs and blood system were found to be different from humans. The material of his clothing was metallic. Due to his inability to communicate, it was speculated that he died after removing a band from his wrist, and his body was reportedly sent to Russia.

"Congratulations to M.I.S."

This section includes a message from Charles Nohn in Marseille, a collaborator with C.E.R.G. (European research center for gravity research). He congratulates the formation of the Malmö Interplanetary Society and expresses hope for its success in advancing gravity research. He mentions being asked by Dr. Umberto Bonfiglioli of Rome to submit an article on their theories of gravity.

"Researchers and Gravitation" (Forskarna och gravitationen)

According to the Daily Sketch, British atomic physicist Professor Bruno Pontecorvo, who defected from behind the Iron Curtain, is leading a research program in Dubna, Russia, aimed at controlling gravitation. Pontecorvo stated at a recent conference that practical experiments are now feasible. Desmond Clough, a scientific correspondent for the Daily Sketch, suggests that if Pontecorvo succeeds, it could usher in an era of "flying saucers" and human flight without wings or mechanical assistance. The article also briefly mentions research from New Zealand Scientific Space Research in July-August 1961.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently explores themes of extraterrestrial contact, advanced technology, and the mysteries of the universe. The editorial stance appears to be one of open-mindedness and curiosity towards unexplained phenomena, presenting personal testimonies and scientific speculation without overt skepticism. The inclusion of historical scientific milestones suggests an interest in the progression of human knowledge and its potential future directions, particularly in relation to space and physics.

This document, identified as 'II', appears to be a section or a small publication, possibly a newsletter or a supplement, dated around late 1961, with specific articles dated November 27th and December 2nd. It is published by Sydsvenska Dagbladet and is in Swedish. The content covers a range of topics including space exploration, alleged UFO sightings, and psychological research.

Space Exploration and Soviet Missions

The first article reports on a supposed Soviet space mission in 1958 that ended in failure, with the astronaut reportedly dying. This information is attributed to Hermen Oberth, described as the "father of rocketry." Oberth allegedly stated at a press conference in California that this incident was the reason for Khrushchev temporarily halting space experiments until greater safety could be ensured. Another section discusses the preparation by the Russians to launch an astronomical telescope in an artificial satellite, aiming to gather scientific information about space. It highlights challenges such as surviving passage through the Van Allen belts and solar storms, and predicts an increase in Russian satellite activity before the next human spaceflight.

Extraterrestrial Life and Meteorites

A report from New York dated November 27th details the findings of Hungarian researcher Bartholomeus Nagy from Fordham University. Nagy claims that single-celled organisms, entirely different from known Earth life forms, have been found in meteorites. He considers these findings strong evidence for life beyond Earth and is convinced that these organisms could not have become attached to the meteorites during their descent.

UFO Sightings in Brazil

An article titled "BRAZILIAN AIR FORCE AND UFO PHOTOS" describes an encounter by Professor Joao de Freitas Guimeroes from Santos-Sao Paulo. He met with an officer from the Brazilian Air Force who confirmed the existence of a photograph of a flying disc in their archives, identical to a sketch provided by Guimeroes. The officer advised Guimeroes not to attend a scheduled meeting about the flying disc, as the Air Force intended to intercept it. Despite missing the meeting due to a family bereavement, Guimeroes notes that many people did attend. He confirms that flying discs did appear at Sao Sebastio beach, witnessed by a judge and a customs officer, and this event was broadcast on television. The article questions why the Brazilian Air Force does not release these photographs to the public.

UFO Statistics and Observations

Under a "Statistics" heading, it is mentioned that according to Hermen Oberth, there have been at least 8,000 absolutely certain UFO sightings in the last 13 years. Former British Air Marshal Lord Dowding suggests that out of 100,000 reported UFO sightings, only 15% are considered authentic. On average, 850 observations occur annually.

Kennedy and Psychic Research

Another section discusses President Kennedy's order in October for psychologists and researchers in psychiatry to study the significance of psychic forces in understanding human behavior. The article touches upon the common belief that extensive reading leads to forgetting, but posits that all acquired knowledge is stored in the subconscious. It argues that decisions are based on experiences, and that the subconscious influences these decisions, even with information one believes is forgotten. Furthermore, it suggests that the subconscious receives not only personal ideas but also psychic influences from others, such as telepathy and thought waves. The text implies that the subconscious is our own creation but can be controlled by external forces, raising concerns about the potential for manipulation of human subconsciousness.

Holiday Greetings

The final page contains holiday greetings, "God Jul." (Merry Christmas) and "Gott Nytt År." (Happy New Year), accompanied by a drawing of Santa Claus descending a chimney.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this document are the exploration of the unknown, both in space and in the human mind. There's a clear interest in unexplained phenomena, such as alleged Soviet space failures and UFO sightings, presented with a degree of skepticism but also reporting on witness accounts and expert opinions. The inclusion of psychological research, particularly on the subconscious, suggests an editorial stance that is open to exploring unconventional aspects of human experience and consciousness. The publication seems to aim at informing its readers about intriguing developments and mysteries in science, space, and the human psyche, while also maintaining a critical perspective, as seen in the discussion of UFO report authenticity and the potential for manipulation of the subconscious.