The UFO Enigma

Magazine Overview

The UFO Enigma, November 1985 issue, Volume 6, Number 2, is a monthly newsletter published by the UFO Study Group of Greater St. Louis, Inc. It is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the investigation and reporting of unidentified flying objects (UFOs) and is not affiliated with any national society. The publication covers UFO-related news, research, and events.

CAUS Releases Air Force Intelligence Reports

This section details the release of two significant documents by CAUS, an organization headed by Lawrence Fawcett and Barry Greenwood. Document Volume One is a compilation of summary reports of UFO sightings submitted to Air Force Intelligence, offering insights into the 'flaps' of the late 1940s and early 1950s, appearing for the first time in 33 years. Document Volume Two provides a record of Air Force Intelligence administrative activities concerning UFOs between 1950 and 1953, shedding light on official Air Force policy that had been restricted from public view. These volumes are available from CAUS, with inquiries directed to Barry Greenwood in Stoneham, MA.

Plasma Research and UFOs -- Topic of November Meeting

John Roppolo reports that the November 10th meeting of the UFO Study Group will feature a program titled "Plasma Research: A Possible Key to UFO Understanding." This presentation will compare sightings of colored luminous balls in the sky with recent advancements in plasma research. The meeting is scheduled to take place at the Farm and Home Savings Building in Webster Groves at 2:00 p.m.

UFO Study Group Activities - November 1985

The newsletter lists several upcoming events for November 1985:

• November 6: Parapsychology Committee meeting at John Schroeder's home in St. Louis.
• November 10: UFO Study Group Meeting at the Farm and Home Building in Webster Groves.
• November 12: Quad-County MUFON meeting at Bonanza Sirloin Pit in Collinsville, IL.
• November 19 & 26: St. Charles Committee & St. Charles/MO MUFON meetings at Bonanza Sirloin Pit in St. Charles.

UFO Study Group of Greater St. Louis - Officers 1985-86

The issue introduces the officers for the 1985-86 term:

• President: Karen Tellor
• Vice-President: Olga Anderson
• 2nd Vice-President: Leo Wicklinski
• Treasurer: Spencer Wolling
• Recording Secretary: Ken Hanke
• Corresponding Secretary: Melva Hagemann
• Chief Field Investigator: Cary Jascur
• Co-Librarians: Mike Shannon and Walter Palmer
• Historian: Robert Murphey
• Marshall: Frank Brown

The editorial staff for "The UFO Enigma" is also listed, with John Roppolo as Editor-in-Chief and an editorial committee including Barbara Becker, Frank Brown, Vi Echle, John Schroeder, Mike Shannon, Marjorie Sherrill, Karen Tellor, and Bruce Widaman.

60 Unidentified Aircraft Tracked Over Tucson

Reprinted from The Arizona Daily Star, this article by Daniel R. Browning details an incident on Monday, October 7, 1985, where Tucson International Airport radar detected approximately 60 unidentified aircraft. An air-traffic controller monitored these objects for about 90 minutes as they moved southwest of the city and then northeasterly. The objects were observed in 15 groups of four to six, traveling at about 250 knots (288 mph). Federal authorities stated they were not investigating because if they were airplanes, no laws were broken. A police helicopter pilot attempted to identify the objects but was unsuccessful. Sgt. Doug Russell reported that the pilot saw lights but could not catch up. The objects were estimated to be at altitudes between 4,000 and 7,000 feet. Coral Lorenzen of the Aerial Phenomena Research Organization (APRO), a Tucson-based group, noted the unusual nature of the sighting, with clusters of aircraft traveling in waves, stating, "We've never had anything like this." She also mentioned receiving about 20 calls from people claiming to have seen the aircraft.

1985 MUFON Symposium Videotapes Available

This section announces the availability of videotapes from the 1985 MUFON Symposium held in St. Louis. These tapes feature presentations by physicists, medical professionals, and writers on UFOlogy. Individual lectures are priced at $27.00 each and are available in VHS and Beta formats. Notable lectures include those by Bill Moore, Stanton T. Friedman, Budd Hopkins, and George Fawcett. A "Complete Symposium" set of 4 tapes is also available for $121.00. Orders can be placed through MIDWEST MOTION PICTURE PROTEGES, INC. in St. Louis.

BOLS Discussed at St. Charles Meeting

John Roppolo reports on the September and October meetings of the St. Charles Committee, which focused on a two-part article in Fate Magazine titled "Seeing the Lights" by Hillary Evans. The article discusses luminous "balls of light" (BOLs) reported worldwide, which can manifest in various ways. Some BOLs are described as taking an interest in human welfare, while others have exhibited "malicious" behavior. The St. Charles Committee meets on the third Tuesday of each month at the Bonanza Sirloin Pit in St. Charles.

Low Level Glowing Objects Seen in Cuba

Bruce Widaman describes a Skywatch event held on October 19 in Cuba, MO, where glowing objects were observed close to the ground. These objects disappeared when participants turned on flashlights and were later identified as "glow worms." The event included a tour of astronomer Charles Capen's observatory. The next skywatch is tentatively scheduled for Festus, MO.

Get Well Wishes

Good wishes are extended to Dr. J. Allen Hynek, who is recuperating in Scottsdale, AZ after surgery and treatment in St. Louis and California.

Support Your Study Group

Information is provided on how to support the UFO Study Group through purchasing items such as "The Galactic Gourmet Cookbook" and T-Shirts, available from Helen Manke in Florissant, MO.

Introducing New Officers

This article, the first in a series by John Roppolo, introduces the newly elected officers of the UFO Study Group. Karen Tellor, the new President, is highlighted. She has a background in Quad-County MUFON and previously served as editor of The UFO Enigma. Her goals as President include increasing membership, bringing back former members, and promoting better communication between Missouri and Illinois to foster UFOlogical research. She is employed as a Program Analyst dealing in Aeronautical Engineering.

Quad-County MUFON to Change Meeting Location

Effective November 1985, the Quad-County MUFON meetings will be held at the Bonanza Sirloin Pit in Collinsville, IL, behind the Collinsville Hilton Hotel. The next meeting is scheduled for November 12 at 6:30 p.m.

Parapsychology Meeting

A meeting on aspects of UFO sightings related to parapsychological phenomena will be held on Wednesday, November 6, at 7:30 p.m. at the home of John Schroeder in St. Louis.

Membership Renewal

A notice encourages members to renew their membership by cutting out a coupon and mailing it with $6.00 to the UFO Study Group of Greater St. Louis.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently reports on UFO sightings, official investigations (or lack thereof), and the activities of UFO research groups like CAUS, MUFON, and the UFO Study Group of Greater St. Louis. There is a clear emphasis on disseminating information about UFO phenomena and encouraging research and membership within the UFO community. The editorial stance appears to be one of open investigation and reporting, aiming to inform its readership about the latest developments and findings in the field of UFOlogy. The publication also highlights the importance of community events and the sharing of research through various mediums like newsletters and symposium tapes.