UFO Allehenda - 1982 No 1

Magazine Overview

Title: UFO Allehanda
Issue: Nr 1, 1982
Volume: Årg 3
Publisher: Enköpings UFO-förening (Enköping UFO Association)
Country: Sweden
Language: Swedish
Document Type: Magazine Issue

This issue of UFO Allehanda serves as a member bulletin for the Enköpings UFO-förening. The cover features a stylized drawing of a UFO hovering over a snow-covered cabin, with the magazine title prominently displayed.

Annual Meeting and Organizational Matters

The primary focus of this issue is the upcoming annual meeting (årsmöte) of the Enköpings UFO-förening, scheduled for Sunday, January 31, 1982, at 17:00 in the club house Ulunda 8. The agenda (DAGORDNING) is detailed and includes standard procedures such as opening the meeting, approving the agenda, verifying the legality of the summons, electing a meeting chairman and two minute-takers/tellers, and electing a secretary.

• Key items on the agenda include:
• Review of the treasurer's report for 1981.
• Review of the auditors' report and a vote on granting the outgoing board freedom from responsibility.
• Election of the chairman and treasurer, each with a one-year term.
• Election of five other board members, with three of them serving two-year terms. The board members will decide amongst themselves how to stagger their terms.
• Election of two auditors.
• Election of delegates to the national UFO association's meeting (riksstämman) and two substitutes.
• Election of a radio and communications leader, a reporter for observation evenings, and a coffee committee.
• Election of a two-person nomination committee (valberedning).
• Approval of membership fees for 1982.
• Other matters brought forth by the board or members.
• Introduction of new members.
• Closing of the meeting.

The board extends a warm welcome to all members for a well-attended annual meeting.

Editorial and Member Contributions

"Hejsan." (Editorial/Letter from the Board)

This section, likely an editorial or a message from the board, starts by wishing everyone a Happy New Year and a good continuation of 1982. It references the organization's activities in 1981, noting that the UFO-E (likely a national UFO organization) started the year with one new member and added two more early in 1982. However, it also mentions a slight decrease in membership, from 55 to 52 members.

The author expresses a desire to move closer to solving the UFO question but admits uncertainty about the factual basis. The importance of the organization being more accepted in society is highlighted, emphasizing the need to continue the 'fight' with the same positive spirit seen among UFO enthusiasts, particularly mentioning the camaraderie during meetings in places like Lersäter.

Regarding activities, the author expresses some disappointment that they haven't been as successful as hoped. Ideas for what to do during Thursday meetings have been sought without much response. Study circles started in 1981 were completed, but plans for a fall 1981 continuation were met with lukewarm interest. For the spring term, the plan is to build a telescope, with optical components ordered from the USA. The setup is expected to happen on Thursday evenings. For those not interested in telescope building, the library offers books for reading and discussion. The main goal is to relax and be together.

Participation in observation evenings (spaningskvällarna) throughout the year was reportedly poor, with most evenings having no attendees, attributed to bad luck with the weather. Two announced grill-and-observation evenings were canceled due to bad weather. The hope is for better weather and increased interest in 1982.

The member magazine, UFO-Allehanda, is entering its third year. The goal is to improve it, with the biggest wish being to acquire a photocopier (fotostat maskin) for double-sided printing and to save writing time. The cost is a barrier, and the organization is asking for leads on good used machines. The magazine published 6 issues plus an extra supplement for the 'Mälarträffen' (a regional UFO meeting), which is planned again this year.

A recent article in 'Intern UFO-Information' stated that only 6 UFO organizations in Sweden had any activity, and the Enköping group is among them.

"IVARS SPALT" (Ivar's Column)

This section contains a personal account and reflections from a member named Ivar. He mentions that the Christmas season is over and hopes for a very eventful UFO year. He recounts a UFO case reported by a colleague, Nyholm, near Grillby, which occurred the week before Christmas. Nyholm had obtained material from Ivar and promised to share more after January 6th. Nyholm and others observed the phenomenon, and Ivar promises to report further when the investigation is complete.

Ivar also shares an anecdote from New Year's Eve, where his neighbors, the Store family, were present. Svea, a neighbor who studies at Fyrisskolan in Uppsala, described a Lucia celebration on December 13th. During the event, the lights went out, causing panic. Suddenly, spotlights were activated, and a large UFO, described as a flying saucer, descended from the ceiling. Extraterrestrial beings were on board. After landing, they attempted to communicate with the humans on stage through a form of dance, which was initially difficult but eventually led to friendship. The beings performed various acts before returning to the UFO, which then ascended. Svea regretted that Ivar wasn't there, describing the craft as large and enormous.

Ivar also mentions a conversation with a priest on New Year's Day who spoke with fear about the planets aligning in March 1982. Ivar dismisses this concern, noting that similar events have happened before without issue.

He then reflects on the concept of 'titles,' stating that the only true title for all people is 'human.' He discusses appreciating kind people and disliking unkind ones, suggesting that unkindness might be an inherited trait. He shares a personal story about a difficult childhood friend who struggled with social interactions and often caused conflict, regretting his inability to remain silent.

Ivar encourages more members to submit contributions to UFO-Allehanda, stating that any topic is welcome. He also promotes the classifieds section for members to buy, sell, or give away items for free. He concludes by wondering what the year will bring and hopes for the survival of his bees through the cold winter.

"Frågelådan "Tysta Jakop"" (Q&A "Tysta Jakop")

This section addresses reader questions, answered by 'Jakop'.

1. Question: What is the cost of UFO-Aktuellt and how do I subscribe?
Answer: You can subscribe through UFO-E by paying the treasurer. The price is 60 SEK. You can also choose to support the publication with 75 SEK or 100 SEK, which includes the membership fee for UFO-Sverige. Subscriptions can be made without a membership. You can also deposit the subscription fee into account number 50 50 60 -4 for UFO-Sverige.

2. Question: How do I subscribe to Intern UFO-Information?
Answer: If you are a member, you can pay 40 SEK to account number 11 16 52-4 at Hallstahammars UFO-förening to receive 8 issues of the magazine.

Following the Q&A, there's a humorous anecdote attributed to 'Jakop' about reading 'Intern tidn' (likely referring to Intern UFO-Information) and mistaking it for a zoological journal. He jokes about getting a full page about 'our ape,' but then clarifies that pets are not comparable to UFOs. He also mentions a person named Tysta Mari, whom he knew from before, and humorously notes she was not a python.

"UFO I NATTEN" (UFO in the Night) - By Pelle

This is a fictionalized account, as stated by the author, of a UFO sighting that supposedly occurred on May 12, 1958. The story follows Dick Larssen, who is knowledgeable about stars and planets. While observing the night sky, he notices a bright object that he initially mistakes for a star, then a plane. Later, a large light sweeps over some trees, and Dick is blinded by its intensity. He then sees a UFO, which he describes as a flying saucer. He runs home, dropping his binoculars in his haste. He tells his brother Kent, who is initially skeptical, calling him a liar and asking about his damaged jacket. The next day, Dick and Kent go to the spot where the binoculars were dropped and find them next to a tree, both heavily damaged. The tree is also described as badly burned. They take the damaged items to an astronomer in town, who finds the situation peculiar and sends the items for further research. Dick and Kent then return to the site with a camera and take numerous photos of the UFO. Upon developing the photos, they find that most of them are yellowed, but one clearly shows a UFO. The story concludes with the author stating that while this story is fictional, many similar true accounts exist, and he himself believes in UFOs.

Classifieds

"TILL SALU" (For Sale)

• 1st car, Toyota Carina, model year 1972. Price: 2,000 SEK.
• 1 pair of ski boots, almost new, size 37. Price: 100 SEK.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue revolve around UFO phenomena, organizational activities of local and national UFO groups in Sweden, and member engagement. The editorial stance appears to be one of active pursuit of UFO knowledge, encouragement of member participation, and a desire to improve the organization's resources and publications. There's a mix of factual reporting (annual meeting agenda, membership numbers) and fictionalized or anecdotal accounts of UFO sightings, reflecting a common approach in UFO publications of that era. The organization seems to be facing challenges with member engagement and funding for equipment, but maintains a positive outlook and commitment to its mission.