UFO Allehenda - 1990 No 2

Magazine Overview

Title: UFO Allehanda
Issue: Nr. 2 1990
Publisher: Enköpings UFO-förening
Country: Sweden
Language: Swedish

This issue of UFO Allehanda, the membership magazine of Enköpings UFO-förening, is dated Nr. 2 1990. It is published three times a year by the board and aims to provide information to its members. The organization has its own club room at Ulunda korset and lists contact details including a postgiro number and postal address in Enköping. The magazine welcomes new members and lists Mikael Sjöberg from Uppsala, Tina Mattson from Gefle, and Eva Pettersson from Angered as new applicants.

Table of Contents Highlights

The issue features a variety of articles and reports under the heading "UR INNEHÅLLET" (Contents):

• Information
• Festprogram (Festival Program)
• Pressklipp (Press Clippings)
• "Jag är bergsäker "Ett flygande tefat"" (I am certain "A flying saucer")
• "Förföljdes av ljus tiden försvann" (Followed by light, time disappeared)
• "Eva skrek av rädsla" (Eva screamed in fear)
• "Det okända" (The unknown)
• "Ivars spalt" (Ivar's column)
• "Borta i 90 år" (Gone for 90 years)
• "Svenskarna i andras ögon" (Swedes in the eyes of others)
• "Rymdvarelser räddar rysk ekonomi" (Space beings save Russian economy)

Editorial and Club Activities

The "Hej igen" (Hello again) section reflects on the end of summer and the start of autumn, emphasizing the opportunity for members to gather and engage in club activities. The writer notes that while summer activities were limited, new subscribers to "UFO-Aktuellt" received their magazines, and sample copies were distributed. UFO-Sverige participated in a large fair in Östersund. The local Enköping chapter has not received many UFO reports, possibly due to a lack of reporting. The upcoming season includes themed evenings with guest speakers, advertised in the local newspaper. During early summer, members met on Wednesday evenings for sausage grilling, a tradition that will continue in the autumn. An "upptaktsfest" (kick-off party) is planned, with details to be found in an advertisement. A field research course is scheduled for September 15-16 in Björn, Dalarna, costing 250 SEK including food and lodging.

The report from the board meeting confirms the "upptaktsfest" on September 8th. The program for the autumn, including guest speakers, could not be finalized due to economic constraints, with one lecture per month being the maximum affordable. Wednesday evenings will continue to be regular meeting nights for sausage grilling and socializing. The club room has been renovated during the spring. The board also mentions a visit to the Spiritualists on October 2nd, where a film and lecture about UFOs will be presented. Four people have registered for the field research course.

Event Announcements

• Upptaktsfest (Kick-off Party) Knytis:
• Date: Saturday, September 8th
• Time: 19:00
• Location: Club room at Ulundakorset
• Format: Knytis (potluck/bring-your-own-dish)
• Special Guest: Ma Stjärnliden, a medium, will speak about UFOs for approximately one hour starting at 19:30.
• Activities: Package auction (bring a package to bid on, each winning bid gets a free lottery ticket), followed by dancing.
• Refreshments: Coffee and soft drinks will be available.

• General Meeting:
• Date: September 26th
• Time: 19:00
• Location: Club room
• Activity: Screening of the film "Olösta mysterier" (Unsolved Mysteries), with coffee service.

Feature Articles

"Jag blev förföljd av ett mystiskt ljus - och tiden försvann spårlöst" (I was followed by a mysterious light - and time disappeared without a trace)

This article recounts the experience of 17-year-old Tom Arne Kristensen from Norway. On May 13, 1989, while riding his moped home from his girlfriend's house near Oslo, he was overtaken by a bright light. He describes feeling warmth and a sensation of blood rushing to his legs. The light, which he initially thought was a car, was silent and seemed to press down on him. It followed him, and he noticed that the 20-minute journey home took over 40 minutes, with the extra time unaccounted for. He describes the light as coming from 12 powerful spotlights arranged on a tall pillar, but the beam did not reach the road. He was terrified and later became convinced it was an unidentified flying object (UFO). The article notes that Tom Arne has not been the same since the incident and is now afraid to drive at night.

"Jag är bergsäker: Ett "flygande tefat" svävade över heden!" (I am certain: A "flying saucer" hovered over the heath!)

This article features the testimony of Rolf Crantz, a 61-year-old policeman with 40 years of experience, who had previously been skeptical of UFO reports. On a clear March evening on northern Öland, while on duty with a colleague, he observed a blinking object in the sky. Initially mistaking it for reflections in the windshield, they soon realized it was something hovering silently. They stopped their car to observe it more closely. Crantz describes it as a flying saucer that hovered over a heath before moving rapidly across the sky. He is adamant that it was a UFO and not a helicopter or other conventional aircraft.

"Eva skrek av rädsla och själv stod jag som förstenad inför den otroliga synen..." (Eva screamed in fear and I stood petrified before the incredible sight...)

This is the account of Eva and Sören Bro-man from Laxå, Sweden. On the evening of October 12, 1978, they saw red lights moving strangely over the airport. They initially thought it was a plane in distress. When they drove to the airport, they witnessed a giant, boomerang-shaped craft with red lights on its 'wingtips' hovering silently at a low altitude. The craft made a loud, metallic noise and passed over the runway, then ascended and disappeared. Eva was terrified and screamed, while Sören was frozen in shock. The craft returned, and Sören flashed his car lights, causing the craft's lights to turn white. It then made a sharp, vertical turn and vanished. Sören became convinced it was a UFO. He later had contact with a man named Edward Mejer from Switzerland, who claimed to have contact with 'aliens' and sent him pictures of UFO phenomena. Mejer's letter, wishing Sören luck with a lecture he was to give, was postmarked before Sören even knew about the lecture, adding to the mystery.

"Rymdvarelser skall rädda rysk ekonomi" (Space beings will save Russian economy)

This article reports on statements made by Jurij Tarasov, spokesperson for the "Trollkarlarnas gille" (Guild of Magicians), in an interview with the Soviet newspaper Pravda. Tarasov predicts that the Soviet economic crisis will end in four to five years, not through government efforts alone, but with assistance from beings in flying craft. He claims these are not from outer space but from a parallel civilization on Earth that is far more advanced. He dismisses the idea of 'three-eyed aliens' landing in Voronezh as quackery, emphasizing that his organization is 400 years old and scientific. He expresses concern about charlatans charging large sums for their alleged services.

"Det hände i New York. Borta i nittio år" (It happened in New York. Gone for ninety years)

This short piece tells the story of a man found dead in New York after being hit by a taxi. The man was dressed in old-fashioned clothing, and his possessions, including money and documents, were dated about 90-100 years prior. The police discovered that a 30-year-old man had disappeared 90 years ago. The theory presented is that the man was abducted by a spaceship and experienced a time dilation effect, returning to the present day only slightly aged, while 90 years had passed on Earth.

"Tefat siktade över Ryssland" (Flying saucers sighted over Russia)

This report from Motala Tidning states that the air defense in Pereyaslavl-Zalesskij, northeast of Moscow, has sighted UFOs on several occasions. Described as disc-shaped with diameters of 100-200 meters, these objects were detected by radar and observed by a pilot who attempted to intercept one. The UFO reportedly flew three times faster than a fighter jet. They were seen at altitudes between 1,000 and 7,000 meters and were capable of rotating, flying in zigzags, and moving horizontally and vertically with astonishing agility. The objects also emitted pulsating flames. The Soviet newspaper "Rabochaja Tribuna" reported these sightings.

"Tefatsinvasion" (Flying saucer invasion)

This article from Hallands Nyheter describes a recent "flying saucer invasion" in southern Belgium, where unidentified flying objects (UFOs) have caused panic. An organization dealing with space phenomena has received 600 reports from 3,000 people who have seen luminous flying objects of unknown origin. An engineer and his wife nearly collided with a large metallic object emitting orange light. According to the organization, all the UFOs are triangular and equipped with orange lights, moving quickly and silently.

"Belgisk UFO-jakt" (Belgian UFO hunt)

Following the reports of UFO sightings in southern Belgium, the entire country has been mobilized in a massive hunt for these objects. Thousands of volunteers are scanning the night sky, the air force is deploying specially equipped aircraft and helicopters, and police are on standby. This operation, lasting three nights, aims to clarify the phenomenon, which has resulted in over a thousand observations of triangular objects with three light sources.

"Ta mig men skona mina barn! bad jag desperat-och plötsligt lyfte farkosten och försvann i natten..." (Take me but spare my children! I pleaded desperately - and suddenly the craft lifted off and disappeared into the night...)

This article from Hemmets Veckotidning features the account of Susanne Hansson and Mikael Olofsson. While driving home one Sunday evening with their children Johanna and Lina, they witnessed an enormous craft hovering a meter above a golf course. Susanne describes it as emitting the most fantastic light she had ever seen. She became frightened and urged Mikael to drive faster. Despite her initial fear, she is now grateful for what they saw, noting that many other people also witnessed the phenomenon. Susanne expresses concern that the experience may have negatively affected her children, particularly as she was breastfeeding their infant daughter, Lina, at the time.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue of UFO Allehanda revolve around unexplained aerial phenomena, witness testimonies, and the potential for extraterrestrial contact. The magazine appears to adopt a stance of open inquiry, presenting various accounts without immediate dismissal, while also acknowledging skepticism and the need for evidence. There's a clear interest in documenting personal experiences and exploring the implications of UFO sightings, ranging from personal fear and disorientation to broader societal impacts like economic salvation or potential threats. The inclusion of press clippings from various newspapers indicates an effort to gather and disseminate information from a wide range of sources. The editorial tone seems to encourage discussion and sharing of experiences within the UFO community, as evidenced by the club's activities and calls for new members.

This issue of KURIREN, identified by the identifier AR68 and associated with Luleå, features a cover date of September 26, 1900. The main cover headline is "Mystiken tätnar kring ljusskenet" (The mystery thickens around the light phenomenon), and it also advertises "UFO-HONUNG I LOKALEN TILL SALU" (UFO-HONEY FOR SALE LOCALLY).

Articles and Content

"SVENSKARNA I ANDRAS OGON" (Swedes in the Eyes of Others)

This section presents an account from an African visitor to Sweden who describes his observations of Swedish culture. He notes the inhabitants' fondness for poultry, their habit of decorating homes with feathers and chicken images, and their consumption of eggs in various forms. He also describes children dressing up, bonfires, and the setting off of rockets, which he interprets as an attempt to ward off an evil deity. Later in the year, he observed the sun being worshipped, with people dressing up a pole with leaves and flowers, dancing, and singing songs, mimicking frog movements and sounds. As evenings grew darker, people gathered around simple lights, with adults wearing bibs and caps, and worshipping small shellfish, which they ate with strong drinks. The most frightening experience occurred during the longest nights, when a group of women in white robes entered his home, singing about horses and cats, with one woman carrying a light around her hair. He also witnessed a "great pig feast" where a pig was prepared in many ways, and on the evening of the first day, their god appeared, resembling their old medicine man with a mask and strange clothes, bringing valuable gifts before disappearing. He notes that this deity was said to visit once a year. The visitor concludes that Swedes are a very exotic people. This piece is attributed to a book titled "Frihet, jämlikhet, främlingskap" (Freedom, Equality, Foreignness) by Arne Järtelius.

"Visst ser astronomerna 'flygande tefat'" (Astronomers Certainly See 'Flying Saucers') by Cias Svahn

This article discusses the perception of UFOs among professional astronomers. It debunks common misconceptions, such as professional astronomers never seeing UFOs, not being interested, or UFO witnesses being poorly educated or young. The article presents findings from a 1975 survey conducted by astrophysicist Peter Sturrock at Stanford University among members of the American Astronomical Society. Out of 2,611 distributed questionnaires, 1,356 were returned. The results showed that nearly a quarter (23%) of astronomers believed the UFO phenomenon deserved scientific investigation, 30% thought it likely should be investigated, and 27% considered it possibly worthy of investigation. Only 20% felt it was not worth more time. The article highlights a generational difference: younger astronomers (21-30 years old) were more open, with 65% wanting the question explored further, while only 23% of those over 60 felt the same. The author suggests that older astronomers are bound by outdated dogmas. A smaller, earlier survey by J. Allen Hynek in 1952 found 41% of respondents willing to investigate.

"UFO kom fel" (UFO Went Wrong)

A brief, humorous anecdote about a UFO that apparently went off course while reversing and got stuck in a transmitter in Nacka. The accompanying "humanoids" are quoted asking if they should go on TV to ask for a sandwich. The text is attributed to Benjamin C:R.

"Ivars Spalt" (Ivar's Column) by Ivar

Ivar begins his column by mentioning that he is writing despite his family's teasing about his obsession with bees. He notes that the honey harvest this year is smaller than last year, but the quality is good, and he is maintaining his prices. He mentions a visit from a beekeeping family from Gothenburg, Janme, Eva, Linda, and Lisa. Eva joined the UFO association, but Janme was not yet convinced. Ivar and his wife Ulla went on a holiday and visited relatives, where his sister Barbro's daughter Tina also joined the UFO association. UFOs were a frequent topic of conversation.

Ivar then addresses a letter from an 80-year-old woman to Lis Asklund, originally received in 1966 but published now. The letter, written in a dialect, discusses advice given by her mother on how to avoid unwanted pregnancies, involving a cotton ball and string. She contrasts the hardships of her youth with the present day, expressing gratitude for pensions and social welfare, crediting Branting and Per Albin. She recounts her participation in a march from Vimmerby to Lagårdsgärde from 1902 to 1956.

Under the "Till Salu" (For Sale) section, Ivar lists honey for sale at 25 SEK for 700g or 30 SEK/kg. He also advertises a "New" comb saw, a foldable model that won first prize at a Chicago trade fair in 1989, selling for 110 SEK (original price around 230 SEK). He mentions selling over a hundred of these saws and also advertises recordings by the band "Rock-Olga," whose members are part of his UFO association.

Finally, Ivar mentions the annual "Leversta-Olympiad," which attracted 73 participants, including a Japanese visitor named Tomoko, a pen pal of Leif, who might also join the association. He concludes by mentioning a humorous picture on the back page and wishing readers well for the upcoming kickoff party.

"Så går det... när man dricker mjölk istället för öl !!" (This is what happens... when you drink milk instead of beer!!)

This is a humorous cartoon depicting a man with exaggerated features, including a large belly and udders, holding a glass of milk and a bottle of milk, implying the negative consequences of drinking milk instead of beer.

"Mystiken tätnar kring ljusskenet" (The Mystery Thickens Around the Light Phenomenon)

This article reports on a mysterious yellowish-red light observed over Torekov on a Sunday night. Kerstin Nilsson initially reported the sighting and appealed for other witnesses. Since then, five more people have contacted the newspaper (NST) with similar accounts. Greta Svensson from Lerberget described the light illuminating her bedroom before vanishing. Many people have contacted F10 (presumably a military or aviation authority) with questions about the phenomenon. Major Torsten Paulsson, press chief at F10, stated that they have no immediate explanation but promised to investigate, including the possibility of a falling aircraft causing the light.

"UFO-HONUNG I LOKALEN TILL SALU" (UFO-HONEY FOR SALE LOCALLY)

This is an advertisement for honey for sale, with contact information for "Ivar" in Enköping.

"VAD VET DU OM UFO" (What Do You Know About UFOs)

This page promotes the magazine "UFO-Aktuellt," describing it as essential for those who want to know more and stay informed. It is published four times a year and covers interesting UFO events, news, unknown phenomena, and UFO news from around the world. Subscription details are provided, including a Postgiro number (50 50 60 - 4, UFO - Sverige) and phone numbers (0224-17771 or 0171-30549). It is advertised as "Sveriges största UFO - tidning" (Sweden's largest UFO magazine).

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently focuses on UFO phenomena, personal accounts of sightings, and related research. There is a clear interest in exploring the unknown, with a mix of serious investigation (astronomer surveys, F10 investigation) and personal narratives. The publication also touches upon cultural observations and includes elements of humor and personal columns, suggesting a broad appeal to readers interested in the unusual and unexplained. The editorial stance appears to be open-minded and investigative, encouraging readers to share their experiences and providing a platform for discussion and information dissemination within the UFO community in Sweden.