UFO Allehenda - 1988 No 3

Magazine Overview

This issue of UFO magazine, number 3 from 1988, published by Enköpings UFO-förening, focuses on UFO sightings, alien encounters, and related research within Sweden. The cover features a stylized drawing of a cockpit view with a UFO in the sky and announces the UFO-Sveriges Riksstämma on April 8th.

Editorial Content

NYA MEDLEMMAR (New Members)
The magazine welcomes Roger Söderlund as a new member. It also informs members about the membership fees for 1989, which remain unchanged from 1988: 50 Kr for individual members, 80 Kr for family membership (children under 16), and 30 Kr for youth members (15-20 years old). A payment card for the membership fee is included with the magazine.

Tidningens innehåll (Magazine Contents)
The issue promises information from the association, an invitation to the Christmas party (JULFESTEN), a presentation of Whitley Strieber's book "Närkontakt" and the author himself, and various press clippings, including some from Värmland.

ETT HJÄRTLIGT TACK (A Heartfelt Thank You)
A thank you is extended to the Enköpings UFO-förening for their congratulations on recent birthdays from Tage Karlsson, Undine Karlsson, Elvira Idebring, and Ann-Christine Thorsén.

Upcoming Events
Members are reminded of the Christmas party on December 10th. The 1989 National Meeting (RIKSSTÄMMA) is scheduled for Saturday, April 8th, at 10:00 AM in Hall Z at ABF Huset Sveavägen, with an external program lasting approximately four hours. Advance tickets cost 40 Kr, and payment should be made to Postgiro 44 01 98-3-4. The event is organized by Stockholms UFD-förening.

Hejsan alla UFO-medlemmar (Hello all UFO members)
This section, likely an editorial or a letter from the board ('Styrelsen'), reflects on the passage of time and the current state of UFO activity. It notes that while there hasn't been much significant UFO activity in their local area, Värmland has reported several sightings. Three out of four recent reports in Enköping have been identified as IFO (Identified Flying Objects). The section mentions a successful autumn party which raised funds for the club. A general meeting was held, but attendance was low. Wednesday evenings are dedicated to studying past UFO cases. The new UFO book by Whitley Strieber, "Närkontakt," is highlighted, and the book is being discussed in their study circle, which has 12 registered participants. A video film, initiated by Enköpings UFO-förening in 1985 with funds from a Christmas party, has been completed and is now available for screening in schools and youth centers. 2500 Kr was donated to UFO-Sverige for this film, which cost 10,000 Kr to produce. The autumn planning conference was held in Sala on October 15th, with one representative attending. Discussions at the conference included issues with the UFO-Sverige magazine, attributed to typesetting and layout problems, and efforts to improve its quality with better translation and public contributions. A planned board training course in Räfsnäs was canceled due to low participation. The Mellersta UFO-district participated in the Tierp fair, but no report was received. The annual family party is scheduled for December 10th, featuring Lucia, Santa Claus, and rice pudding. The annual meeting will be held on February 5th. The spring closing event is anticipated in early May, and members are invited to submit program ideas. Members are encouraged to visit the club's library on Wednesday evenings. The board wishes readers a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. The next issue of UFO-Allehanda is expected for the spring closing in 1989.

GRÖTFEST (Porridge Party)
Details about the Christmas party on Saturday, December 10th, at 5:00 PM. It will be a large family party with Lucia, Santa Claus, rice pudding, and Lucia coffee. An obligatory gift auction will be held to raise funds. Attendees are asked to bring one or more wrapped gifts, and each gift purchased enters them into a lottery for prizes. Singing and music will be part of the tradition. Friends are welcome, and neighboring UFO associations are also invited. Food will be provided. The next meeting after the Christmas break is on Wednesday, January 11th. The annual meeting (ÅRSMÖTET) is on Sunday, February 5th, at 1:16 PM. All activities will take place in the club's local meeting room. Children will receive a candy bag and a small surprise from Santa.

Svar på Mats Nilssons inlägg i UFO-Lokal information (Reply to Mats Nilsson's post in UFO-Local information)
This section is a response to a previous post by Mats Nilsson, who suggested that UFO associations were operating on a tight budget ('på sparlåga'). The author refutes this, stating that Västerbergslagens UFO-förening is actively working on projects like flyers for a market and engaging with the public. They highlight their youth group's model-building activities based on UFO cases, which they see as a first step to activating young people. They encourage other interested associations to contact them for information. The author agrees with Mats that the national organization needs to be more proactive in supporting local associations by providing ideas and activities. They suggest that planning conferences should be better utilized. The author proposes that the national organization should contact local associations directly via mail or phone to address concerns. They also suggest compiling issues and problems discussed at planning conferences and developing activities for youth and schools to improve public outreach. Finally, they recommend a mobile training group to inform associations about field research, board techniques, etc., with costs to be covered by the national organization.

Whitley Strieber's 'Communion' and 'Närkontakt'
This section delves into Whitley Strieber's book "Communion" (published in Sweden as "Närkontakt"). It describes the book as a true story where Strieber recounts being abducted by small, robot-like beings, subjected to frightening physical experiments, and hypnotically recalling repeated abductions since childhood. The book's subtitle, "A True Story," and a doctor's attestation of Strieber's sanity, were noted by Publishers Weekly. The article details Strieber's memories of the abduction, including the appearance of the beings and an encounter with one in his bedroom. He recalls being held on a bench, naked and screaming, and a being asking how to stop his crying. Strieber remembers a strange smell reminiscent of cheddar cheese, cinnamon, and damp cardboard. Through hypnosis, he realized these were not isolated incidents but repeated abductions throughout his life. His wife, Anne, also experienced phenomena related to these events. Strieber, who previously had no interest in UFOs, was forced to reconsider his views. The article explores alternative explanations, such as beings from another dimension or hallucinations, and compares the situation to a butterfly's relationship with a human.

Budd Hopkins and 'Intruders'
The article introduces Budd Hopkins, a successful painter and sculptor, who has dedicated significant time to collecting testimonies from individuals who claim to have been abducted by extraterrestrials. Hopkins theorizes that these aliens are engaged in genetic experiments on unwilling humans, collecting samples to study and potentially create a hybrid species. He describes the beings as intellectually advanced but lacking emotions. Hopkins believes humans possess something the aliens desire, and he notes reports of hybrids being born, though their fate remains unknown. He suggests that the aliens' long-term genetic research might necessitate secrecy. Hopkins also shares a story from Strieber's book "Transition," where two beings resembling Strieber's abductors were seen in a bookstore.

Genetiska experiment (Genetic Experiments)
This section elaborates on Hopkins' theory of genetic experiments. He suggests that aliens are collecting human genetic material, including sperm and eggs, and even performing artificial insemination, with the fertilized egg being removed after two months. He believes this process is ongoing and may span generations. Hopkins also mentions that the aliens' ultimate goal is unclear, and they may disappear once they find what they are looking for.

Vill varna människorna (Wants to warn people)
While Strieber and Hopkins share similar descriptions of the beings, Strieber offers a different explanation for their presence: a warning. He claims to have received a message that humanity is heading towards catastrophe around the year 2000 due to environmental destruction and ozone depletion, unless drastic measures are taken. The article questions how governments are unaware of these alleged abductions and experiments.

Ullas Skämtspalt (Ulla's Joke Column)
This is a humorous column featuring a collection of absurd and amusing insurance claim descriptions, such as a pedestrian colliding with a car and then being run over by it, or a driver hitting a stationary tram that was coming from the opposite direction.

Motalabo såg UFO (Motala Resident Saw UFO)
This article reports on a sighting by Lennart Karlsson from Motala, who claims to have seen six luminous, spherical objects in a V-formation moving rapidly across the sky on a Friday evening. He described them as moving quickly from northeast to southwest over Lake Vättern. Karlsson, a UFO enthusiast for 25 years, has witnessed similar phenomena before but never on this scale. He is certain it was not an airplane or space debris. His brother-in-law, who is not a UFO believer, also witnessed the event. Lennart Karlsson was a co-founder of UFO Sverige about 20 years ago, but the Motala chapter has since been disbanded. He notes that many people in Motala are interested in UFOs but are hesitant to admit it.

100-tals ringde med olika teorier: Älgen nedsläppt av flygande tefat (Hundreds called with different theories: The moose dropped by a flying saucer)
This article from Elfsborgs Läns Allehanda discusses the public reaction to a report about a moose found dead on Hunneberg with all its legs broken and joints shattered. Most callers (hundreds) suggested lightning strikes as the cause. However, a professor of veterinary medicine dismissed this theory. Other theories included being shot by a high-speed weapon or involvement of a UFO. The article mentions that the moose's leg bones and joints will be sent for analysis. The county veterinarian noted that animals killed by lightning are not typically autopsied, so reliance is placed on eyewitness accounts. A professor of pathology expressed skepticism about the lightning theory, citing the specific nature of the injuries.

Evert Karlsson: - Jag såg ett flygande tefat (Evert Karlsson: - I saw a flying saucer)
Evert Karlsson from Rudskoga, near Karlskoga, recounts seeing a flying saucer. After a flight in his motor-falk aircraft, he landed at Karlskoga airport and observed a large, disc-shaped object with a domed top moving at high speed from the clouds, about 1000 meters up. He described its color as similar to the moon and its shape as flat and round. The object circled several times before disappearing into a forest. Two other people reportedly witnessed the event. Karlsson, who has seen a UFO before about fifty years ago but couldn't see it clearly due to fog, is a member of the UFO association in Karlskoga and believes in the existence of extraterrestrial beings.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently promotes the study of UFO phenomena and encourages active participation from its members. There's a strong emphasis on eyewitness accounts and the sharing of information within the UFO community. The editorial stance appears to be one of open-mindedness towards the possibility of extraterrestrial visitation and abduction, while also acknowledging the need for critical analysis and investigation. The magazine serves as a platform for local UFO associations to share news, events, and research findings, fostering a sense of community among enthusiasts in Sweden.

Title: BLANDSBLADET
Issue Date: October 4, 1988
Content Focus: This issue of BLANDSBLADET, a Swedish publication, primarily focuses on UFO (Unidentified Flying Object) phenomena, featuring eyewitness accounts, research details, and discussions surrounding notable cases.

UFO Sightings and Reports

Bredby, Öland Sightings (August 1982)

The issue details a report from an anonymous observer in Bredby, Öland, who witnessed flying objects on two separate occasions in August 1982. On August 10th at 7:00 PM, the observer saw two orange, balloon-like objects hovering over Bredby, approximately one mile southeast of their location. These objects were described as being about one meter in diameter vertically and oval in shape. A third object was seen to the right, over Hemberga. The observer noted that the objects moved in unison and maintained their formation. The report emphasizes the speed and maneuverability of these objects, suggesting they were intelligently controlled.

Öjesjön, Dalarna Sighting (July 1988)

Another significant report comes from Dalarna, detailing a UFO observation on July 23, 1988, on Öjesjön. Four individuals—Ingemar Hed, Signe Johansson, Gustav Eriksson, and Inger Eriksson—were on a boat when they spotted three objects approximately 400 meters away. When their motorboat stopped, the objects also stopped. When the boat accelerated to 30 knots, the objects followed. The objects were described as dome-shaped on top, from which an intense light radiated, while the underside was dark and diffuse. They appeared to be covered with glowing threads that moved constantly. The witnesses stated that the objects made no sound and matched the boat's maneuvers, including a 45-degree turn into a bay. The witnesses, who are from Malung and aged between 38 and 55, described the experience as the most unsettling they had ever encountered but also something they wouldn't want to have missed.

The Domsten Case (December 1958)

The magazine also revisits the well-known Domsten UFO case from December 20, 1958. The report recounts the experience of Stig Rydberg and Hans Gustavsson, who were near Domsten, Hälsingborg, when they saw a light by the road. They left their car and encountered small, grey creatures that attempted to pull them into a flying saucer-like object. They managed to escape, and the object then took off. This event became a controversial international UFO phenomenon. The article notes that the witnesses' lives were significantly shaped by this encounter.

UFO Research and Documentation

Gunnar Schelin's Role

The article mentions UFO researcher Gunnar Schelin from Borgholm, who provided details for the Bredby report. Schelin is described as a diligent UFO correspondent. The report's details are presented authentically, but names and dates were altered at the request of the anonymous observer.

AFU Archive

BLANDSBLADET highlights the Arkivet för UFO-forskning (AFU), a private research foundation dedicated to documenting UFO phenomena. AFU has compiled a comprehensive 100-page documentation of the Domsten incident, which includes contemporary press clippings, opinions from UFO circles, official reports from the Swedish defense and police forces, international coverage, and follow-up investigations. The documentation is available for pre-order at a discounted price before January 15, 1989.

Expert Opinions

A quote from a rapporteur (likely referring to the anonymous Bredby witness or someone close to them) expresses curiosity about the high speed and consistent positioning of UFOs, questioning why such phenomena are not discussed more openly and suggesting a potential cover-up. The rapporteur's brother, a physics professor involved in European space research, reportedly holds a positive view, believing it unlikely that humans are alone in the universe or the most developed beings.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

This issue of BLANDSBLADET strongly leans into the UFO phenomenon, presenting it as a serious subject worthy of investigation and public discussion. The detailed eyewitness accounts, the mention of dedicated research archives like AFU, and the implicit suggestion of official secrecy all point to an editorial stance that supports the exploration of unexplained aerial phenomena. The magazine aims to inform its readers about significant UFO cases within Sweden and encourages further inquiry into the subject.