UFO Allehenda - 1988 No 1

Magazine Overview

This issue of UFO Allehanda, identified as Nr. 1 from 1988, is a member publication for the Enköpings UFO-förening (Enköping UFO Association). It provides updates on the association's activities, news from the UFO community, and various articles related to UFO phenomena.

Enköpings UFO-förening Activities

The magazine opens with contact information for the Enköpings UFO-förening, including their address, postgiro, and telephone numbers. It welcomes new members: Inger Thorsén from Enköping, Gunnar Therén from Kiruna, and Uno Koppvillem from Vladivostok. The association also highlights its library, available for borrowing on Wednesday evenings from 7:19 PM.

Gratitude is expressed to voluntary donors for a kepiator (likely a donation drive item) and to those who helped make the annual national meeting (Riksstämma) a success. The board thanks everyone for their fantastic work.

National Meeting (Riksstämma) 1988

The issue details the 1988 Riksstämma, held on March 26th in Enköping. The event is described as technically successful, with all aspects running perfectly and attendees being satisfied, although public turnout was lower than expected. The event began on the evening of March 25th with a supper for 20 people, mostly local members. The main meeting on March 26th was attended by 35 delegates from across Sweden.

Key speakers included Christer Nordin, chairman of UFO-Sverige, who gave a highly praised 95-minute presentation. Håkan Blomkvist from AFU was unable to attend due to influenza. Redaktör Clas Svahn from Luleå spoke about the 'Ghost Rockets' phenomenon, presenting new information and images. A panel debate was lively and lasted for an hour, concluding around 7 PM. A new book on Ghost Rockets is anticipated.

The 1989 Riksstämma will be hosted by the Stockholm UFO-förening, and good luck is wished to them. Two members from the Enköping association, Jörgen Granlie and the author, were elected to the UFO-Sverige board. Ivar Karlsson and Lars Brundin were elected as auditors.

The association's annual meeting in February saw a change in the board due to Ivar's resignation after 8 years of service. He was thanked for his work managing the association's finances. Kurt Karlsson was elected as the new treasurer. The association had 65 members at the time of the meeting.

Upcoming Events and Social Activities

Wednesday evenings throughout the winter were dedicated to study evenings, with the current topic being 'Geology,' concluding on May 14th. The magazine announces a flea market on May 14th at 10 AM, encouraging donations of unused items. The flea market will be canceled in case of rain.

On the same day, May 14th, at 2:30 PM, troubadour Stefan Demert will speak about Ambres, discussing 'Who is Ambres and what does he want.' This event is expected to be very interesting and potentially crowded, so attendees are advised to arrive early.

The day will conclude with a closing party at 7 PM, featuring entertainment, dancing, and a package auction. Attendees are encouraged to bring items for the auction, with each purchase earning a raffle ticket for prizes. Coffee will be served all day.

Menu for the Festive Gathering

For the festive part of the day on May 14th at 7 PM, four dishes are offered: Skaldjurs-sallad (Seafood Salad) for 45 SEK, Lax och fågelfat (Salmon and Poultry Platter) for 50 SEK, Kallt bufféfat (Cold Buffet Platter) for 55 SEK, and Partajfat med oxfilé (Party Platter with Fillet) for 70 SEK. Orders and payment must be placed by May 10th via postgiro or directly to the cashier by May 5th. Meal drinks and coffee will be available.

News from Other UFO Publications and Reports

"UFO-Sverige möttes åter i Enköping" (UFO-Sweden Met Again in Enköping)

This article from the Enköpings-Posten (EP) reports on the UFO-Sverige meeting held at Folkets hus in Enköping. It highlights that UFO organizations in Sweden continue their work of observing, investigating, and informing about UFOs. The meeting, the second such event in Enköping in eight years, featured Krister Nordin, the national chairman of UFO-Sverige. The internal part of the meeting involved elections, budget discussions, and reviewing the economy of the UFO-Aktuellt magazine. The public session focused on the activities of UFO organizations and dispelling myths about UFOs. Nordin stated that no 'E.T.' has visited Sweden and that while movies are based on real events, the public is not yet ready to accept information about UFOs. Three displays showcased real-life UFO encounters, including the 1946 'Pollenkungen' incident involving Gösta Karlsson. Karlsson claims to have material from alien visitors but refuses to show it until the public is more receptive. Neither Nordin nor Arnold Idebring, chairman of the Enköping UFO-förening, have personally seen a UFO. The Enköping association, with 65 members, actively investigates reports, averaging 4-5 observations per year in the region. The report mentions a model UFO flying overhead during Nordin's speech.

"Saxat" (Clippings)

• "ETT MÖTE MED UFO" (A Meeting with a UFO): This piece from Ölandsbladet recounts Siw Fester's experience of seeing a landed UFO in Haverdal, Sweden. She describes a bright object landing on a meadow, extending landing gear, and remaining there for 35 minutes. The following day, a neighbor reported a similar encounter with a luminous being. An investigation of the landing site revealed a flattened and partially burnt circular area in the grass. The author, Gunnar Schelin, emphasizes the importance of not remaining silent about such experiences.
• "Tillrättaläggande" (Correction): Gunnar Schelin clarifies that he is not an atheist, as might have been inferred from a previous article. He states that UFO research prioritizes facts over belief and that he respects the function of Christianity in society.
• "BORLÄNGE TIDNING - Polisen jagade UFO" (Borlänge Newspaper - Police Chased a UFO): This report describes an incident where Borlänge police were alerted to a strong spotlight in the sky. A motorist observed the light descending towards Tjärna-Båtsta and later saw it over Båtstasjön and near Amsberg. The police patrol also observed a light ascending and descending near Nybroberget. A plane landed at Dala Airport around the same time, but its position did not match the sighting. The light was moving towards the southwest.
• "Norra Västerbotten - Var det ett UFO?" (Northern Västerbotten - Was it a UFO?): This article from Norway describes Brynhild Pedersen waking up to a loud motor sound and seeing a blue-white light outside her window. She observed a hexagonal object in the air with a bright blue-white light in the center and alternating red and green lights on its edges. The object moved erratically before flying away. When she contacted the local airport, they had no record of any civilian or military aircraft in the area at that time.
• "CORRESPONDENTEN - Mars 'nära'" (Correspondent - Mars 'Near'): This piece discusses the astronomical event of Mars being closest to Earth in September 1988, coinciding with the 50th anniversary of Orson Welles' 'War of the Worlds' broadcast. Mars will be 58 million kilometers away, making it a prominent celestial body. It is predicted that this event might lead to an increase in UFO reports, with people mistaking the bright planet for an extraterrestrial spacecraft.

"Rymdvarelser varnade USA för att kolonisera månen" (Aliens Warned USA Against Colonizing the Moon)

This article, likely from a larger publication given the 'HELGBLADET' header, reports on claims by American top researcher Timothy Good, author of "Above Top Secret: Worldwide UFO Cover-up." Good alleges that during the 1969 moon landing, Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin encountered alien spacecraft in a lunar crater. According to Good, these extraterrestrials warned the astronauts against colonizing the moon, stating their own technological superiority. Good also claims that a secret US intelligence group investigates UFO reports and that a 1952 government document confirms a UFO crash in Mexico in 1947, with the recovery of four small alien bodies. These bodies are rumored to be stored at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base. The article also mentions that Prince Philip subscribes to UFO magazines and that former British Air Chief Marshal Lord Dowding believed in the existence of UFOs, suggesting they could help bring peace to Earth.

"Toppforskare avslöjar sensationell händelse" (Top Researcher Reveals Sensational Event)

This is a continuation of the previous article, detailing Timothy Good's claims about UFOs and alien encounters. It reiterates the alleged warning given to NASA astronauts about colonizing the moon due to the presence of technologically superior alien beings. It also mentions the alleged UFO crash in Mexico in 1947 and the recovery of alien bodies. The article notes that Lord Louis Mountbatten believed UFOs could help create peace on Earth.

Space and Science News

"Ny rymdsond skall borra sig in i kometerna" (New Space Probe Will Drill into Comets)

This article from Illustrerad Vetenskap reports on a new space probe being developed by NASA. The probe is designed to capture a comet and penetrate its icy core to analyze its composition. The mission is planned for February 1993. The probe, about half a meter long and made of titanium, is shaped like a golf tee and will impact the comet's core at 150 km/h. A small onboard laboratory will analyze ice samples to determine if comets formed in space before the solar system or were part of it from the beginning. Previous models were repelled by the ice, but the new design proved successful in tests.

"Därför löpte den ryska rymdapan amok" (Why the Russian Space Monkey Went Amok)

This article describes an incident where a Russian space monkey named Jerosja went amok during a 14-day space mission. The mission involved two monkeys, ten rats, fish, and insects to test the effects of space on living beings. Jerosja showed high stress levels during launch and refused to eat. On the fifth day, it freed itself from its restraints, tampered with instrument buttons, and removed sensors. Technicians were concerned about the mission's success. A second monkey was placed in a model cabin to test if it could also interfere with controls, but it did not. The mission's landing was also problematic, with the braking motor firing incorrectly, causing the spacecraft to land 3,200 kilometers off course in Siberia. The animals were rescued after a day and taken to a space medicine institute in Moscow for examination. The article notes that animal experiments are necessary for gathering data that cannot be obtained from human cosmonauts. Jerosja's name, meaning 'troublemaker,' is fitting, and it is unlikely the monkey will be sent into space again.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently promotes the investigation and discussion of UFO phenomena, encouraging members to share their experiences and participate in the association's activities. There is a clear emphasis on factual reporting and research, as stated by Gunnar Schelin. The publication also covers broader topics related to space exploration, science, and societal issues, such as pension reform, indicating a diverse range of interests within the UFO community. The editorial stance appears to be open-minded yet grounded in evidence, acknowledging the unexplained while also seeking rational explanations for most reported events.

This issue of Enköpings-Posten (EP), dated May 29, 1985, volume 10, features a prominent article about a Russian professor visiting the Enköping UFO society. The issue also includes a report on a UFO sighting in Australia and a reflective piece on public interest in UFOs.

Russian Professor Visits Enköping UFO Society

The UFO society in Enköping hosted a planning conference for UFO-Sverige, with six organizations and a total of 25 representatives in attendance. The host organization made contact with Soviet research professor Uno Koppvillem from Vladivostok, who was in Uppsala and expressed interest in meeting them. The professor was invited to Enköping, and the first part of the conference was dedicated to him, where he willingly answered questions.

Professor Koppvillem shared that he himself experienced a UFO event in 1956 during a trip near Moscow. He saw an egg-cup shaped object at a low altitude. He also spoke about his hometown, founded in 1856 by 40 Japanese immigrants, where Vladivostok is now located in a mountainous landscape with exceptionally clear water.

The conference participants agreed that this interaction represented an important step in international UFO contact. The conference portion focused on outward-facing activities, such as exhibitions and information campaigns.

Glödande UFO lyfte bil (Glowing UFO Lifted Car)

In Sydney, Australia, Faye Knowles and her three children reported an encounter with an unidentified flying object (UFO). The incident was reported by Ceduna police in South Australia.

Faye Knowles stated that while driving from Perth in Western Australia at approximately 2:45 AM, she saw a glowing object through the rear window. The object, described as egg-cup shaped, followed their car for a while. According to policeman Jim Furnell of Ceduna police, the object then apparently lifted the car into the air, shook it violently, and set it down with such force that one of the tires burst. Knowles reported that the car was placed down facing the opposite direction from which they had been traveling.

During the experience, the family members felt their speech became slurred and slow, described as being "in slow motion."

Following the encounter, the entire car was covered in a black ash, both inside and out, which is now undergoing expert analysis.

Faye Knowles drove about 60 kilometers before she could report the incident to the authorities.

Remarkably, just a few minutes after the Knowles family's experience, a fishing boat crew in the Great Australian Bight reported seeing a flying object. The men on board also described experiencing speech alterations during their encounter.

The Knowles family and the fishermen were approximately 80 kilometers apart when they had their experiences. Police consider it impossible for them to have heard each other's accounts before reporting their own observations.

The Knowles family will meet with scientists from the Australian UFO research center in Adelaide, who are taking the report very seriously. Colin Norris, the center's director, stated that the family's account aligns with other observations made worldwide.

VARFÖR KOM INTE PUBLIKEN? (Why Didn't the Public Come?)

This section, signed by "Arnold," reflects on the low public attendance at UFO-Sverige's information program during their annual meeting (Riksstämma), which was held in Enköping on March 25-26. Despite advertising through posters, announcements, and radio, only a fraction of the 385 people who attended in 1980 showed up.

The author questions the reason for the low turnout, suggesting it might be due to a perceived lack of UFO activity recently. He also wonders if the presence of a 5-meter saucer on the town square in 1980 contributed to the larger crowd then.

Arnold ponders whether well-known speakers (celebrities) are necessary, arguing that the content of the presentation should be the deciding factor. He notes that the exhibition held the week before at the library had a significant number of brochures taken, indicating some level of interest, but it was difficult to gauge the extent of engagement.

The author concludes by stating that he did not expect immediate answers to his questions but hopes the reflection might be useful for future events.

Other Content

Page 2 contains advertisements. One is for "Mors Dag" (Mother's Day) on May 29th, offering gifts like perfumes, lipstick, deodorants, nail polish, earrings, and necklaces, available for purchase at the UFO local on Wednesday evenings. Another advertisement is for "Mys-lampor" (Cozy Lamps), with ordering information for "Hemslöjden" on Bergsgatan.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine appears to be a local publication with a strong interest in UFO phenomena, as evidenced by the detailed reporting on the UFO conference and the Australian sighting. The editorial stance seems to be one of serious investigation and reporting of UFO-related events, giving credence to eyewitness accounts and scientific analysis. There is also a concern for public engagement and the effectiveness of outreach efforts within the UFO community, as highlighted by Arnold's reflection. The inclusion of advertisements for local businesses and events suggests a connection to the community it serves.