UFO Allehenda - 1997 No 3

Magazine Overview

Title: UFO ALLEHANDA
Issue: Nr 3
Volume/Year: 1997
Publisher: Enköping-Sala UFO-förening
Country: Sweden
Language: Swedish
Cover Headline: GOD JUL ! OCH GOTT NYTT ÅR!

This issue of UFO Allehanda, the member magazine for the Enköping-Sala UFO-förening, provides information to its members. Published three times a year, the magazine details UFO sightings, organizational news, and cultural commentary.

Information from the Board and Leader's Column

The issue begins with information from the board, including details about the club's location at "the little red cottage" near the E18 - road 55 junction, also known as Ullundakorset. Membership fees for 1997 are listed: 150 SEK for family membership, 100 SEK for individual members over 20, and 50 SEK for individual members aged 16-20. Members are reminded to pay their dues and are asked to provide names for family memberships.

The "Leader's Column" by Arnold Idebring reflects on the approaching winter and the turn of the millennium, expressing a belief that UFO research may lead to the dissolution of UFO organizations within ten years. He recounts a recent successful autumn party with a popular "paketauktion" (package auction). A planned flea market was canceled due to a lack of items, and a renewed appeal is made for donations. The growth of UFO organizations in Sweden is noted, with four new ones forming, while UFO-Strängnäs-Acribeia has ceased operations. Upcoming events include a family party in December and discussions with a Lucia group. The column also touches on the tradition of serving Christmas porridge and invites members who cannot attend regular parties to join the Wednesday evening gatherings for coffee and discussion.

Upcoming Events and Activities

Arnold Idebring's column also discusses future plans, including the possibility of guest lectures from individuals like Anders Palm and Jens Tellefsen, with Erik Strand also being considered. These events are planned for after the annual meeting, likely in February. Idebring also announces his intention to step down as the standing chairman after 1998, having served since 1980, emphasizing the need for new leadership. A Christmas cleaning event is scheduled for December 10th in Ullunda to prepare the location for the holiday season.

Christmas Party, Porridge Party, and Lucia Celebration

A detailed announcement for the annual family party on Friday, December 12th, at 7 PM in the UFO-lokalen is provided. The event will feature mulled wine (julglögg) and Christmas porridge (julgröt). An auction of donated Christmas packages is a highlight, with each winning bid including a free lottery ticket. The event is described as a family and children's holiday, and attendees are encouraged to bring children and grandchildren. The tradition of serving porridge, mulled wine, and coffee is emphasized, despite the organization's often tight economy.

Case Study: Landed UFO Scared Boys

This section details a UFO incident that occurred in late October 1977 near Hönefoss, Norway. Two 14-year-old deaf boys, Frank Sverre Mandt and Johnny Myhr, witnessed a large, luminous, disc-shaped object descend from a forest ridge and land on a wet football field. The object, estimated to be about 20 meters in diameter, hovered, then slowly landed on three legs. It emitted a strange green light and had two windows, one of which showed a human-like figure without a face. After the object took off, the boys reported the incident to the police. The school caretaker and a youth leader investigated the landing site and found three deep impressions in the ground, measuring approximately 15 cm deep, 30 cm long, and 20 cm wide, with hard-packed earth. The following day, police and representatives from the Norwegian UFO center conducted further investigations, measuring the distances between the impressions as 6.50m, 6.50m, and 6.65m. Police inspector Øysten Foss led the investigation and stated that the evidence suggested something with significant weight had landed, ruling out a helicopter due to the lack of noise and the nature of the impressions.

Case Study: The Balls Just Bounced Off

This article recounts an incident from Sunday evening, August 21, 1965, near Hopkinsville, USA. Farm workers and their wives reported shooting at a UFO-like creature, but the bullets had no effect. A family on the Langfords of Sutton farm, returning from a church service, saw a bright, glowing object descend behind a barn. Later, dogs began barking, and two men went to investigate, encountering a being about 120 cm tall, dressed in a silver, luminous suit, with a large head and long, webbed-fingered arms. The men fired at the creature with a rifle and pistol, knocking it down, but it quickly got up and ran away. The family locked themselves inside, but a woman saw a face with wide-open eyes staring through the dining room window. The men again fired at the creature, which fled but was apparently hit. The report states that five such beings were present, and at least fifty shots were fired over twenty minutes, all of which sounded like hitting a tin can. The beings moved as if weightless, and their arms were raised when approaching but lowered when fired upon. They repeatedly returned to the vicinity of the house but did not attempt to enter. After about twenty minutes, they disappeared into the night. The police found no traces of the visitors. Radio reporter Bud Ledwith investigated the case, and an officer from the USA Air Force Bluebook also looked into it. However, some points in the officer's report were found to be misleading. Lenny Langford, one of the witnesses, later suggested that the group had been in a "suggestive state" during a church service, but he belonged to a highly traditional Pentecostal church. Other investigators considered a connection to a traveling circus, suggesting the witnesses might have seen escaped apes. Bud Ledwith remained convinced of the witnesses' sincerity, and the Allen Hynek Center for UFU Studies later noted that the family suffered greatly from publicity and curiosity seekers, leading them to sell their farm.

Review: CONTACT

This section reviews the film "CONTACT," which premiered in Sweden on November 7th. The film is based on Carl Sagan's novel and stars Jodie Foster, who plays Dr. Eleanor Arroway, an astronomer who receives a radio signal from extraterrestrial intelligence in 1999. The review highlights the film's exploration of science versus faith and features quotes from Jodie Foster and Matthew McConaughey. Foster describes her meeting with Carl Sagan as a profound experience, while McConaughey discusses his character's fascination with Ellie despite their differing views on God.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently focuses on UFO sightings, encounters, and investigations, presenting detailed case studies from various locations and time periods. There is a clear interest in documenting and analyzing these phenomena, often with a critical eye towards official explanations or potential misinterpretations. The publication also serves as a communication channel for the Enköping-Sala UFO-förening, informing members about meetings, events, and organizational matters. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry into the UFO phenomenon, while also acknowledging the importance of community and shared experiences among enthusiasts.

Title: Ivars spalt!
Issue: Semestervecka i Idre Fjäll
Date: December 1996 (implied by "God Jul och Gott Nytt År önskar IVAR")
Publisher: UFO-Sverige (implied by subscription offer)
Document Type: Magazine Issue

Personal Travelogue: A Week in Idre Fjäll

This issue features a detailed personal account by Ivar of his week-long holiday in Idre Fjäll, Sweden, from September 13th to September 20th, 1996. The trip was organized by the Tunafors supporterklubb, with 46 members, mostly pensioners, participating. Ivar, from Enköping, was the only participant from his town but was a member of the club.

Daily Activities and Excursions:

• Saturday, September 13th: The group arrived in Idre, checked into their accommodation, and participated in an evening dance at the restaurant.
• Sunday, September 14th: The day involved a hike on Idre Fjäll followed by a game of bangolf.
• Monday, September 15th: An excursion to Nipfjället was undertaken, featuring the 'Nipgubben' (Nip Man) and a peculiar hill where cars roll uphill. The day concluded with table tennis upon returning to Idre.
• Tuesday, September 16th: A 11 km hike to Grövelsjöfjället was undertaken, crossing into Norway after 4 km. The group was guided by Karin. On the return journey, they took a 7 km boat trip across Lake Grövelsjön, passing the wreckage of a German bomber plane from the 1940s. Ivar also met the chairman of the Motala male choir, with whom he became friends. The evening included a visit to the Fjällkapellet for vespers.
• Wednesday, September 17th: The group visited Burusjön, where activities included a barbecue and competitions. Ivar won a deck of cards. He, along with his brother Nisse and Bert Lundgren, provided musical entertainment. The evening ended with bowling and dancing.
• Thursday, September 18th: The day was spent picking lingonberries and blueberries. The evening featured a 'Bygdekväll' (village evening) with a large buffet and dancing.
• Friday, September 19th: A hike to a dilapidated croft was made, where the group also rested. They observed bear tracks, some of which were fresh. Bengt had visited the location 25 years prior. Upon returning, they participated in a bingo walk, and Ivar won a butter knife. He then played bangolf with his brother, losing the game. His brother won the weekly bangolf final. The evening's entertainment was provided by a folk music group from Älvdalen, Mora, and Rättvik. Ivar met his friend Stefan from Älvdalen, who had previously arranged for him to play Kalle Jularbo's accordion at the Porfyr Museum in Älvdalen.
• Saturday, September 20th: The group spent the morning cleaning the cabin before departure. Ivar noted that the week had been filled with fantastic experiences. Three gift certificates for car numbers were raffled, and Ivar won one. He mentioned that Idre Fjäll is a large resort with 300 employees who are very service-oriented.

Return Journey and Observations:

On the way home, the group revisited the Porfyr Museum in Älvdalen, which was closed, but they managed to get inside. There, they met Sally, a friend of Kalle Jularbo's wife, and a man who had worked at Hagström's factory. This man had worked with Björkman from Enköping, who was the brother of Erik, a known musician in Enköping.

Before reaching Enköping, around 11:30 PM, Ivar observed a strong smoke plume, likely from a riding arena in Åkerby, though he was unaware of a fire at the time.

Announcements and Closing:

The issue concludes with a reminder about items for a flea market and the Christmas party on December 12th at 7:00 PM. Ivar wishes readers a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

UFO-aktuellt Subscription Offer

Following Ivar's narrative, there is an advertisement for 'UFO-aktuellt', described as Sweden's largest and leading magazine on UFO phenomena, published four times a year. A subscription costs 180 kronor for four issues, providing the latest news from Sweden and around the world, with several pages printed in color. Interested individuals are instructed to send the payment to postgiro 50 50 60-4, specifying 'UFO-Sverige' as the payee and including their sender information.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The primary theme of this issue is personal experience and travel, specifically a detailed account of a holiday. The inclusion of the 'UFO-aktuellt' advertisement suggests the magazine's focus or readership interest in ufology and related phenomena. The editorial stance appears to be one of sharing personal narratives and potentially promoting related publications or events within the community.