UFO Allehanda

Magazine Overview

Title: UFO Allehanda
Issue: No. 4
Year: 1983
Publisher: UFO-Sverige
Country: Sweden
Language: Swedish

This issue of UFO Allehanda delves into various unexplained aerial phenomena and alleged alien encounters, presenting a collection of reports, witness testimonies, and investigations.

Key Articles and Reports

Russian 'Cigar' UFO Observed by Thousands

The issue begins with a report on a massive UFO sighting over Voronezh, Russia. A metallic, cigar-shaped object, estimated to be at least 800 meters long, was observed by thousands of witnesses at an altitude of 2,000 meters on a summer day in 1961. The object reportedly descended, then ascended vertically, emitting a flame before disappearing into the sky. Panic reportedly broke out among the witnesses.

Italian Kidnapping Account

Luciano Calli, an Italian man, claims he was taken aboard a small, disc-shaped craft and then into a large, tube-shaped machine, estimated to be 600 meters long. Inside, he reported seeing hundreds of beings and numerous disc-shaped vehicles.

Pilot's Account of Giant Cigar-Shaped Craft

A well-known case detailed is the observation of a giant cigar-shaped craft by Captain James Howard of B.O.A.C. (British Oversea Airlines) on July 29, 1954. The craft was observed parallel to the 'Centaurus' aircraft for 18 minutes and was estimated by the crew and 51 passengers to be as large as the 'Queen Mary' ocean liner. The object reportedly changed shape in a bizarre manner.

UFO Over Lake Ontario Captured on Photo

A sighting on a July morning in 1976 resulted in a photograph of what is described as a cigar-shaped object over Lake Ontario. Barry Digregorio, an experienced photographer, captured an image of a highly polished, silver-colored, cylindrical object with vents along its length. Despite inquiries to local authorities, the object's identity remained unknown.

Spooky Lights: Unexplained Phenomena in the USA

This section explores several cases of unexplained lights in the United States:

• Rattlesnake Knob, North Carolina: Since around 1850, residents have reported seeing strange red or yellow-white lights hovering over Brown Mountain. Early investigations by the state's geological institute attributed them to locomotive headlights or swamp gas, but later reports, including a 1925 analysis, found these explanations insufficient, especially given that the lights were seen long before railways and cars, and even during periods when railways were inoperable due to flooding.
• 'Triangelstaten' (Kansas, Missouri, Oklahoma): Spooky lights appear so regularly in this region that it has become a tourist attraction. Theories suggest reflections from car headlights in river fog, but the lights have also been observed to move directly towards observers.
• Wet Mountain Valley, Colorado: A well-documented site of spooky lights is a hilltop near Wet Mountain Valley, near an old graveyard. Reports of blue lights hovering over graves date back to the late 19th century. Investigations in the 1950s and later by National Geographic described glowing blue-white patches. Theories include radioactivity, luminous paint, or even gases from decaying bodies, but none fully explain the phenomenon, especially since the lights have appeared even during power outages.

UFOs and Water Dowsing in Wyoming

Pat McGuire, a 38-year-old farmer from Wyoming, USA, claims that aliens from another dimension use his 2000-hectare ranch as a landing site and have helped him find water. Dr. Leo Sprinkel, a psychologist, conducted hypnotic regression sessions with McGuire and became convinced of the veracity of his claims. McGuire's ranch is described as a lush green oasis on a dry plateau. He purchased the land in 1970 and, despite skepticism, was told by the aliens to drill a well, which he successfully did, finding water. Seven years later, he discovered an underground river, now irrigating 1000 hectares of corn. McGuire's family and others have also reported seeing UFOs and strange lights over the ranch.

Personal Accounts and UFO-Förening Activities

• Ivar's Column: Ivar shares personal anecdotes, including a story about a fortune teller named Petrus Eriksson who accurately predicted events, some with tragic outcomes. He also mentions his family's involvement in his father's funeral and apologizes for inadvertently revealing details about a secret outing related to the Christmas party.
• Enköpings UFO-förening Activities: The Enköpings UFO-förening has been active. They received a donation of a caravan toilet, held a meeting with UFO-Sverige Aktuellt's editorial staff, started a study circle on parapsychology with 18 participants, and presented UFO-Sverige's information film at an event. They also announced their annual Christmas party ('grötfest') on December 17th, inviting neighboring organizations, and their annual meeting on January 29th. A lecture on 'Parapsychology' by Jan Fjällander is planned for February.
• Subscription Offer: Members of Enköpings UFO-förening can subscribe to UFO-Sverige Aktuellt for 1984 at a discounted price of 15 Kr, with the regular price being 75 Kr.
• Hessdalen Project: The Hessdalen project is set to begin in January, with a team of about 20 people involved. The Enköpings UFO-förening has assisted in preparing snowshoes for the monitoring team.

UFO Sightings in Sweden

• Husvagnscampare Skrämdes av Nattligt UFO: A mother and daughter camping near Grängesberg, Sweden, witnessed a large, windowed object hovering over Södra Höörken lake for fifteen minutes. The object, described as silver-colored and hat-shaped, emitted a strong red light. No sound was heard, and the object disappeared suddenly.
• Förbryllande Föremål (Mysterious Object): Director Jonas Pontén reported an encounter on his sailboat on Lake Hjälmaren. He observed a strange object that moved slowly, then rapidly, and disappeared. He was unable to identify it and was deeply affected by the experience.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently features reports of unexplained aerial phenomena, including cigar-shaped UFOs, disc-shaped craft, and mysterious lights. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry, presenting witness accounts and investigative findings without necessarily offering definitive explanations. There is a focus on documenting sightings and encouraging further research. The magazine also highlights the activities of local UFO organizations, fostering a sense of community among enthusiasts. The recurring theme of unexplained lights in various locations, coupled with alleged alien encounters and the search for water by extraterrestrials, suggests a broad interest in the unknown aspects of our world and beyond.