UFO-Fonstret - 1994 No 3

Magazine Overview

Title: UFO FÖNSTRET
Issue: NR 3 1994 ÅRGÅNG 1
Publisher: UFO-Sveriges Ungdomssektion
Country: Sweden
Language: Swedish
Date: 1994

This issue of UFO Fönstret marks a temporary pause in publication due to the editorial team's other commitments. The magazine, published by the youth section of UFO-Sweden, aims to foster interest in UFO phenomena among young people aged 7-25. The editorial, titled "Framtidens ufologi ligger i våra händer" (The Future of Ufology Lies in Our Hands), emphasizes the growing number of UFO observations and the need for continued research. It also touches upon the media's portrayal of UFOs, noting a recent TV4 program that offered a more balanced perspective than usual.

Key Articles and Features

Editorial: Framtidens ufologi ligger i våra händer

The editorial highlights that this is the last issue for the time being, with a potential merger or change in format for the future. UFO-Sverige has received nearly 400 observations this year, surpassing previous records. The editorial commends a recent TV4 program for its balanced approach to UFOs, contrasting it with programs that tend to either mystify or dismiss the phenomenon. The issue will cover topics such as children witnessing UFOs, the 'Oz Factor,' and the Håknäs case. It also explores the religious perspectives on UFOs, noting that the Catholic Church considers it a scientific matter, while Jehovah's Witnesses provided a magazine discussing the topic. The Swedish Church, through priest Gunnar Linnarsson, engaged in a thoughtful discussion. The editorial encourages readers to become field investigators for UFO-Sverige, emphasizing the importance of broadening research by involving physicists, astronomers, and other professionals.

Rörliknande föremål förbluffade Säkerhetspolisen, SAPO (Cigar-shaped object baffled the Security Police, SAPO)

This article details an incident on August 25, 1991, in Håknäs, Sweden, where a family observed a cigar-shaped object for approximately 30 seconds. The Swedish Security Police (SÄPO) investigated the case, interviewing the family and deeming it the best case they had examined. The six-page secret report, obtained by UFO-Sweden, was classified to protect national security. The investigator noted the witnesses' high credibility and that the object's movement and sound were inconsistent with a missile. The case remains unexplained.

Korta notiser med kommentarer (Short notices with comments)

• Rael Movement: The article reports that the Swiss foreign ministry rejected an application from a group led by French journalist Claude Vorilhon (known as Rael), who believes Earth was created by extraterrestrial beings called 'elohim.' The commentary notes that 'Elohim' is another name for Jesus Christ and that the Rael movement is religious, not investigative.
• Massive prayer during New Age festival: A report from the Christian newspaper 'Dagen' criticizes a New Age festival in Stockholm, calling it 'occultism.' The festival included yoga, UFO experiences, and crystal healing. The article urges mobilization against these 'spiritual forces.' The commentary clarifies that New Age blends magic, astrology, UFO beliefs, and alternative therapies, distinguishing it from UFO-Sweden's investigative approach. It also mentions 'Bed för Sverige' and 'Ungdom med uppgift' as prayer groups.

Det gäckande Oz-fenomenet (The Elusive Oz Factor)

This section, written by Mikael Sjöberg, explores the 'Oz Factor,' a term coined by Jenny Randle to describe a state of altered consciousness akin to a dream world, often experienced during abductions or close encounters. It cites the 1944 Le Verger, France case where Madeleine Arnoux experienced time loss and encountered small beings. Another case describes a woman in Tanzania who felt observed by a small figure. The article discusses 'clear dreams' and the phenomenon of 'dream time' in Australian Aboriginal culture. It also mentions medical conditions like narcolepsy and epilepsy that can cause memory loss. A historical account from 1912 on the Isle of Muck, involving two boys and strange beings, is also presented. The article notes that the Oz Factor often involves a feeling of silence and a sense of being in a borderland between physical reality and something else. It also describes a Swedish case from E 20 involving a silent, slow-moving object observed by two women, where time seemed to stand still and no other vehicles were present.

Ordlista (Glossary)

• Abduction: Being taken aboard a 'craft.'
• Stiebervarelser: Insect-like beings described by an American author.
• Dream time: A concept in Australian Aboriginal culture involving time distortion.
• Schamanism: Sorcery practiced by medicine men.
• Självhypnos (Self-hypnosis): A state of relaxation to recall memories more clearly.
• Suggestion: A method to 'wake up' from hypnosis.

Julklappstips (Christmas Gift Tip)

Readers are encouraged to gift a subscription to UFO-Aktuellt, which features interviews, reports, and the most interesting UFO cases. Information is provided on how to subscribe via postgiro.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

This issue reflects UFO-Sverige's commitment to investigating UFO phenomena with an open yet critical mind. The 'Oz Factor' and unexplained sightings like the Håknäs case are presented as key areas of research. The magazine distinguishes its investigative approach from religious or New Age beliefs, emphasizing the need for empirical evidence and scientific inquiry. The editorial stance is one of encouraging active participation from readers in the field of ufology, positioning younger generations as the future of UFO research in Sweden.