UFO Allehenda - 1997 No 1

Magazine Overview

Title: UFO Allehanda
Issue: Nr 1 1997
Publisher: Enköping-Sala UFO-förening
Country: Sweden
Language: Swedish

This issue of UFO Allehanda, the member magazine for the Enköping-Sala UFO association, provides a comprehensive look at UFO and UAP phenomena, with a particular focus on reports from Sweden and Russia. It also details organizational news and upcoming events.

Information from the Board

The magazine opens with information from the board, announcing that UFO Allehanda is the official member magazine of the Enköping-Sala UFO association, published three times a year. The association's club location is described as 'the little red cabin' at the intersection of E18 and road 55, also known as Ullundakorset. Membership fees are listed: 150 SEK for family membership, 100 SEK for individual members over 20, and 50 SEK for individuals aged 16-20. Payment details for the postgiro account (67 81 27-2) are provided, along with the association's postal address and telephone numbers for the local club, the chairman Arnold Idebring, and secretary Mats Nilsson.

The table of contents includes sections on board information, the spring festival ('Vårfesten'), unknown beings in Russia ('Okända varelser i Ryssland'), excerpts from Rapport-Nytt, the board list for 1997-1998, 'Ivars spalt' (Ivar's column), and a 'Bad och grillparty' (Bath and barbecue party).

A significant announcement is made regarding membership fees for 1997, urging members who have not yet paid to do so via the postgiro account.

Editorial Letter and Board Update

The editorial letter, signed 'Arnold', welcomes the spring and notes the association's activities. It mentions a well-attended lecture by Jens Tellefsen on gravitational radiation, which was found to be interesting and well-explained. A major organizational change is reported: the Sala UFO-förening has merged with the Enköping UFO-förening, forming the Enköping-Sala UFO-förening. This merger has increased membership and brought organizational advantages, including an expanded board with two members from Sala. The new board composition is listed, including Chairman Arnold Idebring (Enköping), Treasurer Ivar Karlsson (Enköping), Secretary Mats Nilsson (Sala), and several board members and substitutes from both Enköping and Sala.

Upcoming events include the UFO-Sverige national meeting in Strängnäs on April 26-27, featuring lectures and exhibitions. The association itself is organizing a flea market on May 2nd and 3rd, and their traditional spring festival on May 24th. Information about the festival is promised elsewhere in the magazine. For those helping with lawn maintenance at the club location, a newly renovated, self-propelled lawnmower is available. Wednesday evenings will continue to be social gatherings throughout the summer.

Spring Festival Details

The 'Vårfest' (Spring Festival) is detailed, scheduled for Saturday, May 24th, at 6:00 PM at the Ullundakorset location. It is a potluck-style event ('knytis'), with collective ordering of food and drinks available at the venue. Participants are encouraged to bring a dish if they wish. The evening will begin with a welcome drink, followed by an optional crossbow shooting competition if the weather permits, with prizes for the top three.

After the meal, a package auction with a free lottery will take place, and attendees are asked to bring a package to contribute. The emphasis is on a cheerful atmosphere, and guests are welcome regardless of membership status.

Unknown Beings Over Russia

This section reports on various UFO and alien encounter cases from Russia. It begins by noting that Russian authorities, like their American counterparts, have historically denied the existence of UFOs, attributing sightings to misinterpretations. However, in the late 1970s, the newspaper Pravda began publishing accounts of mysterious visitors.

One case involves veterinarian Dr. V.G. Paltsev, who encountered a landed craft with three small, humanoid beings near Moscow. He was struck by an unknown force and later experienced recurring dreams of being taken aboard the craft. A doctor, using hypnosis, concluded that Paltsev had likely been abducted.

Another incident describes Professor A. I. Nikolaev and three colleagues camping in southern Russia when they discovered a metallic, saucer-shaped craft partially hidden by grass. When they threw stones at it, the stones seemed to enter the craft. An unknown force rendered Nikolaev unconscious. The group managed to drag him away, and two men stayed with him while the third sought help. Later, two short, approximately one-meter-tall beings in space suits and helmets were seen near Nikolaev. The craft then emitted a glow and disappeared. Professor F. Ziegel, who investigated the case, stated it was undoubtedly a landed spaceship, possibly due to crew illness.

Several days later, three other scientists near Moscow heard voices speaking an unknown language while in their tent, experiencing a sense of danger. They then observed a purple, glowing, bulb-shaped object about 25 meters high, which ascended and entered a fluorescent cloud. The next morning, a circle of flattened grass, about 150 meters in diameter, was found near their campsite.

The section also touches upon a 1978 sighting by Hope and Ruby Alexander in Bromley, Kent, UK, of a luminous triangular object. Their report to a local newspaper noted no apparent explanation, leading them to drop the matter. The magazine mentions that the Russian scientific center in Novosibirsk later inquired about this case, showing continued interest from Russian researchers in UFO phenomena.

This section draws information from the book 'The Worlds Greatest Mysteries' by Nigel Blundell and Roger Boar.

New Members

Several new members are welcomed to the Enköping-Sala UFO association: Magnus Björkfall, Gunnar Karlsson, Kennet Zetterlind, Anita Lundgren, Åke Johansson, Björn Akersen, Annica Pettersson, Mikaela Lundahl, and Per Andersson.

Rapportcentralen

Contact information for RAPPORTCENTRALEN is provided, including Irre Bredin, Fyrbacken, 730 40 Kolbäck, with a telephone number (0220-440 86) and email address ([email protected]).

Reports from Strängnäs and Surroundings

This section, titled 'Saxat från RPC-Nytt' (Excerpted from RPC-Nytt), presents several UFO reports, primarily from the Strängnäs region.

Stockholm, September 16, 1947: A report submitted to the Swedish Defense Staff describes a light phenomenon observed from a bridge between Strängnäs and Tosterön. The object was described as V-shaped, moving north at approximately 500 km/h, with no audible sound. The observer noted its size and brightness were comparable to the moon, with a reddish hue. The formation changed configuration mid-flight. The Defense Staff stated no air traffic was present in the area at the time.

Lysande stora föremål (Bright large objects), September 12, 1972: A report from Södertälje details an observation by a group of young people who saw several bright, large objects passing overhead at high speed. They described the phenomenon as frightening and silent. Their conclusion was that the objects were either very low-flying and large, or extremely large despite the distance.

From the cockpit, a flashing light: Health Inspector Göran Sandberg reported seeing a mysterious object at 10 PM on January 21, 1963. Using binoculars, he observed an object moving in a north-westerly direction at an altitude of about 800 meters. He noted its movement was similar to a satellite but with a more distinct, blinking light.

Military Reports on V-formation: A report from 1975, sent to UFO Köping by Lieutenant Colonel Åke Somnell, describes an observation on May 6, 1975. The observer saw several lights in a V-formation moving north at approximately 40 degrees above the horizon. The objects were compared in size and shape to a J 35 Draken fighter jet and passed at an estimated speed of 500 km/h without any sound. The formation reconfigured mid-flight. The observer also noted a separate, brighter, blinking object that appeared to be a satellite.

Found a shiny grey metal piece: This incident occurred on March 11, 1967, near Skottvångs Gruva. Kjell Klarin reported his moped malfunctioning near a mine dump. Upon returning later, he noticed a path and a mound that hadn't been there before. He found a shiny grey metal piece. On a subsequent visit, the mound was gone, replaced by a plateau. He found powder, crushed stones, and a strange smell. His compass readings were erratic in the area. The powder disappeared after rain, and the compass readings normalized.

Strängnäs, January 2, 1997: A person observed 5-7 round, reddish objects moving in a V-formation at very high speed across the sky, taking only one to one and a half seconds to cross the entire sky.

Gimo, December 1, 1997: An observer indoors saw a bright, blinking light larger than a star, with rays descending to the ground. It remained stationary in the east for two hours before moving southeast.

The section concludes by mentioning that investigations by Håkan Blomqvist of Södertälje UFO-Center suggest the objects in the 1972 Södertälje report were unlikely to be meteors.

Board of Directors 1997-1998

A detailed list of the Enköping-Sala UFO-Förening's board members for 1997-1998 is provided, including their names, addresses, and telephone numbers. This includes the Chairman, Treasurer, Secretary, board members, and substitutes.

Ivar's Column

Ivar's column welcomes readers to a new issue of UFO Allehanda, praising its professional style. He mentions the summer season and the availability of a new lawnmower. He also notes the success of the recent flea market, which added to the UFO association's funds, and welcomes the Sala-föreningen as companions to the Enköping association. The column ends with a wish for a pleasant summer.

A graphic in this section shows a kettle grill with the text "GRRRRRILLA!" and a price of 279 SEK.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

This issue of UFO Allehanda strongly focuses on UFO and UAP reports, presenting a mix of historical and contemporary sightings from Sweden and Russia. The magazine appears to adopt a stance of serious investigation into these phenomena, presenting witness accounts and official reports without overt skepticism. The organizational news highlights the consolidation of UFO groups in Sweden, suggesting a growing community dedicated to the study of these subjects. The editorial tone is informative and community-oriented, encouraging participation and discussion among members.

This document appears to be a small newsletter or magazine issue, primarily in Swedish, with the title 'BAD OCH GRILLPARTY' (Bath and Grill Party). The issue date is indicated as 1996, with a note that future parties are planned after the summer holidays. The content includes a photograph from a 1996 party, a mention of the current temperature in Poland being 12 degrees Celsius, and a section by 'Arnold och Iréne'.

Party and Future Plans

The lead article expresses hope to organize one or more parties sometime after the summer holidays, similar to previous years. A photograph from a 1996 party is presented, and the text indicates that further information will be provided when the time is right. The current weather conditions are noted, with a temperature of 12 degrees Celsius in Poland.

Product Spotlight: Angel Desk Lamp

A section, attributed to 'Arnold och Iréne', introduces an angel-shaped desk lamp. It is described as a decorative item that can be purchased at the location, where other original items are also available at low prices.

Humorous Cartoon

The issue features a cartoon with two cherubic figures discussing 'Jämställdhet?' (Equality?). One figure asks if that explains the wage difference. Another cartoon presents a dialogue where one person asks if the other drinks a lot, to which the reply is 'Only on festive occasions.' When asked what constitutes a festive occasion, the response is 'Well, when I have spirits...!' This cartoon humorously touches upon social commentary regarding drinking habits and potentially gender roles or excuses.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue revolve around social gatherings, humor, and lighthearted commentary on social issues like equality and personal habits. The editorial stance appears to be informal and community-oriented, with a focus on shared experiences and light entertainment. The mention of affordable original items suggests a community or club setting.