UFO Allehenda - 1986 No 3

Magazine Overview

Title: UFO Allehanda
Issue: Nr. 3.86.
Date: 1986 (Jubilee 1976-1986)
Publisher: Enköpings UFO-förening
Type: Member magazine

Content Summary

This issue of UFO Allehanda, published by the Enköpings UFO-förening, marks the organization's 10th anniversary, celebrated with the theme "Jubileum 1976-1986." The magazine features a welcome to new members, including Kjell Andersson, Tarja Laurenen, and Susanne Lindqvist. Arnold expresses his gratitude for birthday wishes on his 65th birthday. Ivar Karlsson, the treasurer, is highlighted for his honey production.

A significant news item is the report of a UFO landing on Öland, described as a large object approximately 50 meters in size, with witnesses but no photographic evidence. A more detailed report is promised for a future issue.

The magazine recaps recent events, including a successful closing party for the summer season. A lecture by Håkan Blomkvist from the Archive for UFO Research in Norrköping is praised for its engaging content, with attendees finding it very interesting. Colleagues Anders Liljegren, Christer Nordin (Chairman of UFO-Sweden), and Sindy Östlund were also present. A planned lecture by Jan Fjellander on parapsychology did not take place.

The Enköpings UFO-förening's traveling exhibition, developed over the spring, premiered and attracted considerable interest despite coinciding with a carnival. The exhibition is available for rent by local UFO groups starting in the fall. The magazine thanks those who contributed approximately 65-70 hours to the exhibition's creation, including groups from Gävle, Stockholm, and Malmö.

The issue details the UFO-Sweden national meeting held in Östersund, where Enköpings UFO-förening was the host. Sala Tvärvetenskapliga förening will continue to serve as the central group for another two years. Gudrun Anderssen from Västerbergslagens UFO-för has joined the UFO-Sweden board. This region has reported a high number of UFO observations, with 15 reports in the first three months of the year.

The magazine notes a quiet summer period with no UFO reports in Enköping. A contact number (0171/30549) is provided for reporting unusual sightings at any time.

The 10-year anniversary of the Enköpings UFO-förening is a central theme, with historical press clippings from ten years prior highlighting the continued interest in UFO phenomena. A celebration is planned for September 13th at the club's premises.

• Several UFO sightings are documented:
• White object with three half-spheres: Observed on July 4, 1976, in Enköping, described as large and moving from west to east.
• Circling object: Seen on July 7, 1976, in Bålsta, circling a passenger plane and described as a blank sphere.
• Light sphere: Observed on June 25, 1976, in Enköping, appearing reddish-yellow and brighter than usual.
• Light phenomenon from forest: Seen on April 28, 1976, in Tortuna, rising from a forest and changing color to white.
• Large light sphere: Reported on June 9, 1976, in Enköping, larger than a full moon and colored like a faded orange, which dissolved.
• Dark oval object: Seen on July 21, 1976, in Västerås, hovering and then moving upwards into the clouds.
• Mysterious flying object in Giresta: Observed on New Year's Eve (presumably 1985/1986), described as a flat, rocka-shaped craft with blinking lights, moving at approximately 50 km/h.
• Numbers in the sky: On August 23, 1978, in Köping, the numbers "1986" were seen formed by grey-blue clouds.
• "Boys on a kick-sled": A humanoid encounter reported in Norrbotten on December 18, 1977, where two figures and a box ascended into the sky.

Details about upcoming events include a field research course in Lersäter (September 6-7), a study circle on history, and the annual Christmas party (December 13th) and annual meeting (February 1, 1987).

An excursion to AFU in Norrköping is being considered for the fall.

The anniversary celebration on September 13th will feature a welcome drink, food (landgång and coffee for 25 SEK), bar service, music by "UFO-kapellet," historical presentations, a package auction, and a lottery.

New Clubroom: The Enköpings UFO-förening inaugurated its new clubroom in Ulunda, shared with Fältbiologerna. The event was attended by about thirty people, including UFO logists and field biologists. Krister Nordin and Annika Nordin from UFO-Sweden were present, discussing a new publication called "UFO-aktuellt."

Study Circles: The club plans study circles on building UFO detectors and UFO logy.

Giresta Sighting: A detailed account of a mysterious flying object observed in Giresta is presented, including witness testimonies and a drawing by Gert-Inge Svensson. The object was described as rocka-shaped, flat, with blinking lights, and moving at a slow speed. The investigation is ongoing, with possibilities ranging from natural explanations to UFOs.

• Other Sightings:
• Stridsflyg jagade tofat (Fighter jets chased UFOs): A report from Brazil about fighter jets being scrambled to intercept unidentified flying objects.
• Jagar rymdvarelse (Hunting an alien): A police investigation in Rome concerning a report of an alien creature photographed by individuals claiming contact with extraterrestrials.

• UFO-INFO Section: This section includes various short reports:
• "Pojkar på spark" lyfte och försvann! (Boys on a kick-sled lifted and disappeared!): A humanoid encounter in Norrbotten on December 18, 1977.
• Stridsflyg jagade tofat (Fighter jets chased UFOs): A report from Brazil about fighter jets intercepting UFOs.
• Jagar rymdvarelse (Hunting an alien): A police investigation in Rome regarding an alleged alien sighting.

• UFO-INFO:
• "Pojkar på spark" lyfte och försvann! A humanoid encounter in Norrbotten on December 18, 1977.
• Stridsflyg jagade tofat: Brazilian fighter jets pursued UFOs.
• Jagar rymdvarelse: Police in Rome investigating an alien sighting.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently promotes UFO research and investigation, encouraging members and the public to report sightings. There is a strong emphasis on the anniversary of the Enköpings UFO-förening, highlighting its decade of activity. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry, presenting various sightings and investigations while acknowledging the need for rigorous analysis. The publication aims to inform its members about UFO phenomena, organizational activities, and related events within Sweden and internationally. The recurring theme is the ongoing mystery and study of unidentified flying objects, with a focus on local Swedish reports and the activities of UFO-Sweden.

Title: Borås Tidning
Issue Date: October 21, 1976
Volume/Issue: Vol. 10, Issue 39
Language: Swedish

This issue of Borås Tidning features several articles related to UFO phenomena and a peculiar gardening story.

UFO Crash in USA '48

The main article on the cover, "Rymdskepp, störtade i USA -48" (Spaceship crashed in USA -48), reports on a fantastic story from The National Tattler concerning a UFO crash in 1948. According to the article, UFO expert Robert Carr, chairman of NICAP, claims that a flying saucer crashed in New Mexico in February 1948, and its crew was taken in by the Air Force. Carr further alleges that the bodies of the extraterrestrials are still kept at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base in Ohio, USA.

The article also notes that the US Air Force has officially denied these claims, dismissing them as 'pure nonsense'. The report mentions that for over 25 years, the US Air Force has allegedly possessed a crashed UFO and its deceased occupants, keeping them under strict guard while allegedly ridiculing and harassing witnesses who tried to reveal the truth. This accusation was reportedly made by two leading ufologists.

Personal UFO Sighting Account

An anonymous witness recounts an experience where a circular object, described as being about two meters in diameter and one meter high, suddenly rose from a box-like structure and ascended rapidly. The object made a 90-degree turn at an altitude of approximately 200 meters and flew east, disappearing behind treetops. The witness described the object as silent and gray, with a reflective surface. The entire observation lasted about 3 to 4 minutes, and surprisingly, no tracks were found at the scene.

Ivar's Jubilee Column

This section, written by 'Ivar', commemorates the founding of the Enköpings UFO-förening (Enköping UFO Association) on August 15, 1976. The founding meeting at Kondéteri Drett in Enköping was attended by 15 interested individuals, and an interim board was appointed: Are Laine (chairman), Birgitta Andersson (secretary), and Olle Björklund (treasurer).

An introductory meeting was organized at Åsenstugan, inviting representatives from other UFO organizations, including Thorvald Bertelsen from UFO-Sverige and Karl-Olov Petterssen from Köpings UFO-för. Several people from Sala Amatörför. för Tvärvetenskap also attended. The event featured a screening of UFO-Sverige's film and a Q&A session. Approximately 120 people attended, significantly boosting the membership of the Enköpings UFO-förening.

The column details the association's early activities, including monthly meetings initially held at a café and later in a basement premises. They organized 'vigilance evenings' where members would go to different locations in the Enköping area to observe and communicate via radio with nearby UFO associations. The group also presented UFO-Sverige's film at various venues like schools and libraries. They assisted UFO-Sverige's office in Skänninge with collecting newspaper clippings.

When UFO-Sverige's office moved to Skänninge, the association helped with newspaper clipping. In the early eighties, the association acquired its own premises in Ulunda. Ivar then shifts to recounting two UFO incidents that occurred during the summer.

UFO Incident 1: Slånbärsvägen, Enköping

Yvonne Berg observed something strange in the sky on Slånbärsvägen in Enköping. Her daughter Marika provided the details. Yvonne had recently returned from Italy and was asked to fill out a form about her experience.

UFO Incident 2: Outside Eskilstuna

Ivar's brother Jonny and his girlfriend Marita were swimming at Barvasjön and on their way home, they noticed a light in the sky moving at the speed of a private plane. Suddenly, the light made a sharp turn, circled, and disappeared. Jonny stated that such a maneuver could not be performed by any human-made craft.

Honey Sales

In a somewhat unrelated note, Ivar mentions a fantastic swimmer girl who won all her races, attributing her success to consuming a jar of honey before each race. He then offers to sell honey at a 'UFO price' of 20 SEK per package (approx. 1 kg).

Sports Activity

The Enköpings UFO-förening is considering forming a team for floorball (innebandy) and invites interested individuals to contact them.

Cover Story: A Monster Plant

"Han har fått en monsterplanta i sin trädgård" (He has got a monster plant in his garden) is the main headline on the cover. The article features Denis Moat from St Peters Place, Canterbury, England, who has a mysterious plant in his garden. This plant has large, ten-kilogram fruits and long, tentacle-like branches, growing at an astonishing rate of thirty centimeters per day.

The origin of the plant is unknown, but it is rapidly dominating Denis's garden, killing off other plants like beans and roses, and threatening tomatoes and Brussels sprouts. Despite its invasive nature, Denis cherishes his 'monster' and has bought a large stock of stockings to support the heavy fruits and prevent the branches from breaking.

Children's Play Module

An advertisement or description for a children's kitchen module is included. It features two workbenches with cabinets, a stove with three burners and an oven, and a window that can be fitted with a curtain. The benches are 40 cm high, and the total length is 100 cm with a height of 110 cm. It is described as being painted in beautiful colors and suitable as a Christmas gift.

Handicraft Advertisement

An advertisement from 'Hemslöjden Bergsgatan' (Handicraft, Bergsgatan) showcases various items that the advertiser makes at low prices. These include serving carts, wall lamps, table lamps, and 'pigtittare' (likely a type of decorative item). The advertiser offers to take orders for almost anything within the limits of their capacity. Serving carts are available for immediate delivery.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently features UFO-related news, including alleged crashes, expert opinions, and personal sightings. There's a clear interest in UFO phenomena, with a dedicated UFO association being highlighted. The editorial stance appears to be one of reporting on these events, including official denials, and fostering discussion within the UFO community. The inclusion of the 'monster plant' story and handicraft advertisements suggests a broader scope beyond just UFOs, possibly reflecting local interests or a desire to fill the publication with varied content. The honey sales pitch by 'Ivar' adds a quirky, personal touch to the content.