UFO-Bulletinen - No 2, 1972

Magazine Overview

Title: UFO BULLETIN
Issue: Nr. 2
Volume: Årg. 1
Year: 1972
Publisher: UFO-Södertälje
Language: Swedish

This issue of UFO Bulletin, the member magazine for UFO-Södertälje, aims to increase knowledge and understanding of UFOs, humanity, and the universe. The magazine has been renamed from its previous iteration to better reflect its content. It notes a significant increase in membership and UFO reports following a positive article in Länstidningen about the association and a landing at Skirsjön.

Editorial and Association News

The editorial section highlights changes in the magazine and its goals for increased informativeness. It mentions the success of a recent national conference in Motala, where it was decided that Södertälje would host the next year's conference in February-March 1973. UFO-Södertälje has also taken on the role of PR and information center for UFO-Sweden, initiating various projects. The association will take a break from regular meetings during the summer but will continue working on projects, including planning for the autumn's activities. The editorial expresses gratitude for donations of money, books, and materials that have aided the association's development and wishes readers a pleasant summer.

Table of Contents

The issue includes sections on: Redaktionellt (Editorial), Lokala UFO-rapporter (Local UFO Reports), Vetenskapliga nyheter (Scientific News), Besökarna från rymden (Visitors from Space) by Knut Aasheim, Religion och UFO by Göran Ebbesson, En underlig varelse – kallad människa (A Strange Being – Called Human), Besöks USA av rymdmän (USA Visited by Space People) by Lynn Myking, and Organisationsnytt (Organizational News).

Local UFO Reports

The magazine plans to include a summary of interesting observations from across Sweden and Scandinavia in future issues. The New Year's phenomenon over Sweden, Norway, and Denmark is discussed, with debate over whether it was a falling satellite or a formation of flying saucers. While FOA and GICOFF suggested it was a Russian Kosmos satellite, Norwegian experts disagreed. The article notes that while a rocket explanation fits some observations, it doesn't explain all, particularly those involving intelligent movement patterns like slowing down, descending, and ascending. A specific sighting over Södertälje by Ann-Charlotte Johnson is detailed, involving 7-8 white luminous objects moving south around 04:20 AM on New Year's morning, lasting about 1-2 minutes. Another report from Viksberg is mentioned but lacks details. The New Year's phenomenon remains unidentified.

Another incident on January 14th involved a bright object observed over Södertälje. Herr S from Bergvik described a strongly luminous object moving slowly west for 90 minutes, possibly Venus. Margareta Johnson also observed the object for about an hour, noting it was brighter than any star and made small movements, which could be explained by the autokinetic effect. While Venus is the most likely explanation for these specific observations, the article acknowledges other reports.

Birger Mattsson from Kiholm reported a silver-white phenomenon on the same evening, described as more powerful and distinct than a typical meteor shower. Several other people reported mysterious aerial phenomena, but the information was too scarce for definitive conclusions.

Scientific News

A Greeting to Space: This is How We Look on Earth

This section details the message sent with the American Jupiter rocket launched on March 1, 1972. The message includes a picture of a naked man and woman (Adam and Eve) and a sketch showing Earth's position in the solar system. This was intended to inform potential intelligent extraterrestrial beings about humanity. The artwork was modified by NASA to be less explicit. The plaque is attached to the rocket's antenna. It also features a diagram symbolizing the 14 pulsating stars of the Milky Way, indicating Earth's location, and a depiction of the solar system with the Pioneer F trajectory. The most complex part of the engraving represents two states of the hydrogen atom. Dr. Sagan expressed skepticism about its comprehensibility to colleagues, but hoped extraterrestrials would have ample time to decipher it.

New Planet Discovered

An article from Aftonbladet (February 29, 1972) reports that the existence of a tenth planet in our solar system has been proven by California University's Lawrence Livermore Laboratory. This planet, believed to influence Halley's Comet's orbit, is located beyond Neptune and is twice the size of Saturn.

Visitors from Space (by Knut Aasheim)

This article discusses the vast number of UFO reports and suggests they represent different civilizations. It notes that contactee accounts, numbering over a thousand, allow for a classification of 'UFOnauts' or types of civilizations contacting Earth. The author, after years of study, posits that some UFOlogists believe their contacted group is the only one interacting with Earth, leading to confusion. Some researchers even suggest UFOs originate from secret bases on Earth or from within the Earth. The author argues that both possibilities, and more, are true. Accounts of people being burned by radiation or temporarily paralyzed by beams are mentioned, leading some to label space beings as dangerous. Conversely, other accounts describe friendly beings offering guidance for humanity's future. The author suggests that different groups from space contact individuals based on their 'vibrational frequency,' with harmonious individuals being contacted by similarly advanced civilizations. The visitors are categorized into four groups: 1. Highly evolved spiritual beings. 2. Highly evolved physical beings. 3. Remnants of previous highly developed civilizations on Earth. 4. Physically and scientifically advanced beings with an indifferent or negative attitude towards Earthlings.

Religion and UFOs (by Göran Ebbesson)

This section explores the parallels between Jesus Christ and UFO phenomena. It questions Jesus's origins and his ability to perform miracles, comparing them to parapsychological phenomena that are often dismissed as superstition. The article discusses the concept of reincarnation, citing Professor Ian Stevenson's research on over 1000 cases, particularly those involving children. It suggests that God, as the highest developed spirit, created a body that Jesus used for his incarnation. The author posits that parapsychological gifts demonstrate God's power and that Jesus exhibited 'power over spirit and matter,' healing the sick and raising the dead. The article also mentions Kathreen Kuhlmann as an example of divine healing through a human medium and discusses the concept of the astral body, suggesting Jesus and his disciples, like Petrus, could leave their physical bodies. It proposes that Jesus's mission was to change humanity's way of life, and that UFOs may share a similar mission. The author suggests that while many details are puzzling, the phenomena align, and that UFOs represent an opportunity for humanity to change its development path. The article emphasizes placing Christ within a larger context of development and highlights the opportunity for humanity to receive help from these visitors.

A Strange Being – Called Human

This narrative describes an alien visitor's observations of Earth and humanity. The alien notes that humans are very similar to each other and are called 'människor' (humans). The visitor observes military training involving bayonet practice to kill humans, and learns that soldiers are forced to learn this. The alien is shocked by the emphasis on killing and the fact that soldiers are sent against their will. The visitor witnesses a ceremony where a young man is decorated with a medal for killing one hundred men, and later hears of another man being executed for killing two people. The alien concludes that young men are forced to learn to kill effectively, with rewards for those who kill many and death for those who kill fewer. The narrative ends with the alien's somber reflection that this strange being called human seems to be eradicating itself very quickly.

A telegram dated May 10, 1972, outlines a pledge for humanity: to not kill each other, not let anyone starve, and not destroy the environment. It also promises to help each other selflessly, unite to save Earth, and to love one another. The section concludes with the proverb: "It is better to light a candle than to curse the darkness."

USA Visited by Space People (by Lynn Myking)

Stanton Friedman, a physicist, asserts that evidence for Earth being visited by intelligent extraterrestrial craft is overwhelming. He criticizes the media and some scientists for their dismissive attitude towards UFOs. Friedman states that scientists concluded interstellar travel would be possible within a generation, meaning other civilizations could be millions of years ahead technologically and capable of reaching Earth. He claims that official explanations often contradict facts and that many scientists privately believe in UFOs but do not admit it. Friedman stresses the importance of investigating UFO observations, even if costly, to understand our cosmic neighbors. He believes the biggest obstacle to public acceptance of flying saucers is humanity's reluctance to examine its own significance in the universe. Friedman presented evidence, including photographs of alleged UFOs and a list of 37 books and reports supporting UFO observations and theories of interstellar travel.

An accompanying philosophical note suggests that the true significance of UFOlogy lies not in the phenomena themselves but in their philosophy, acting as 'red signals' to awaken humanity's dormant soul.

Mystical Radio Signals

Soviet astronomers have detected mysterious signals from the Krim radio telescope, believed to originate from within our galaxy. Astronomer Ivan Mosjejev stated that the source is likely within our galaxy but not yet precisely located. Further study will continue at the Steinberg Institute in Moscow and the Krim observatory.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

This issue of UFO Bulletin strongly advocates for the serious investigation of UFO phenomena, challenging skepticism from media and some scientific circles. It presents UFOs not just as unexplained aerial objects but as potential messengers or entities with a mission akin to spiritual guidance, drawing parallels with religious figures like Jesus. The magazine promotes the idea of extraterrestrial contact and the possibility of advanced civilizations interacting with Earth. There's a clear stance that humanity needs to evolve and that these visitors might offer help. The association, UFO-Södertälje, is actively working to spread information and raise awareness about UFOs and their potential implications for humanity's future. The publication also touches upon broader themes of human behavior, conflict, and the potential for a more harmonious existence, both on Earth and in the wider universe.

This document is issue number 10 of the publication UFO-Södertälje. It focuses on organizational matters and calls for active participation from its members. The content is primarily in Swedish and appears to be a newsletter or bulletin aimed at informing and engaging the local UFO research group.

Call for Active Members

The main headline, "VILL DU VARA AKTIV I UFO-SÖDERTÄLJE?" (DO YOU WANT TO BE ACTIVE IN UFO-SÖDERTÄLJE?), sets the tone for the issue. The text explains that thanks to the participation of many, the organization is beginning to get organized, but there is still much that can be done. Several areas where help is needed are highlighted.

Observation Investigations

One key area is "Observationsundersökning" (Observation Investigations). The tasks involved include investigating UFO cases, distributing questionnaires, conducting interviews, follow-up work, and documentation. For significant events, there is a possibility of collaboration with their technical advisor, Evert Carlson.

Collaborators for UFO-Bulletinen

Another section seeks "Medarbetare i UFO-Bulletinen" (Collaborators for UFO-Bulletinen). Specifically, they are looking for individuals who are proficient in languages to translate articles for their member publication. The text encourages anyone who feels they can contribute to the cause of UFOs and UFO-Södertälje to contact the chairman, Håkan Blomqvist, for further information.

An important note is added: "OBS. Dina vänner och bekanta kan också få bli medlemmar. Tänk på det..tack." (OBS. Your friends and acquaintances can also become members. Think about it..thanks.). This emphasizes a drive to expand the membership base.

Writing Contributions

The publication also invites contributions for its own bulletin with the question, "Vill du skriva i Bulletinen?" (Do you want to write in the Bulletin?). It asks if readers have any questions, topics they wish to debate, or articles they want to write. The editorial team "mottar tacksamt allt material" (gratefully receives all material).

Meetings

The "MÖTEN" (MEETINGS) section announces the final meeting of the season. It is scheduled for Wednesday, May 31st, at 7:30 PM. The venue is "Kotten, Kottstigen 1, 1 tr. ned." (Kotten, Kottstigen 1, 1st floor down). The announcement concludes with a warm welcome: "Hjärtligt välkomna." (Heartily welcome).

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring theme throughout this issue is the active engagement and recruitment of members for UFO-Södertälje. The organization appears to be in a phase of growth and development, relying on volunteer efforts for its operations, including research, documentation, and publication. The editorial stance is clearly one of encouragement and invitation, seeking to mobilize individuals with diverse skills to support the UFO research cause. There is a strong emphasis on community involvement and the sharing of information through their bulletin and meetings.