UFO Goteborg Manadsblad - 1968 September

Magazine Overview

This is the September 1968 issue of the "UFO Månadsblad" (UFO Monthly Bulletin) published by UFO-Göteborg. The cover prominently displays the title "UFO Göteborg" with two crossed torches and the date "Sept.-68". The magazine serves as a member's bulletin, aiming to inform the public about UFOs.

UFO Sightings in Sweden

The issue highlights a surge in UFO sightings across Sweden, particularly in the western region. Previously, Norrland was considered a hotspot, but the focus has now shifted to Västra Sverige. Several incidents are detailed:

• Vänga: Peculiar imprints were found on the ground at a summer cottage, baffling many.
• Ebbared: An elderly couple reported seeing a strange light phenomenon over a lake.
• Mölnlycke: Reports emerged of unusual lights in the forest accompanied by a vibrating sound, with several individuals claiming to have witnessed it.
• Skåne: Three young boys managed to photograph a dome-shaped object during a rainy day in July. These photographs are considered unique and are stored in the organization's archives.
• Rångedala (near Borås): For several consecutive evenings, strange lights and blinking phenomena were observed, leading to requests for explanations from the police and press.
• Göteborg: Blinking lights were also witnessed in broad daylight.

The magazine acknowledges the effort required to collect such information from the public and expresses admiration for individuals like Gösta Rehn who dedicate their time to studying these phenomena.

UFO Investigations and International Cases

The article "ÄR VI BEVAKADE?" (Are We Being Watched?) by Rune Rydebrandt delves into a series of extraordinary observations made in Cincinnati, USA, between late 1949 and early 1950. These reports stem from Sergeant Donald R. Berger's operations using searchlights to track a foreign object.

Key incidents detailed from the Cincinnati area include:

• September 11, 1949 (St. Gertrude Church, Madeira, Ohio): An object was tracked at 40mm elevation and 5000-7000 meters altitude, disappearing straight up and reappearing at a much higher altitude.
• October 23, 1949 (St. Peter and Paul Church, Norwood, Ohio): While tracking an object, two groups of triangular objects, each with about five craft, emerged from a main disc. These smaller craft moved towards the light beam but then veered off. This spectacle repeated, and the main disc remained visible until nightfall.
• December 30, 1949 (Norwood, Ohio): An object initially appeared small and dim, then grew brighter, expanding to cover almost the entire beam before disappearing. It reappeared briefly before its glow diminished and it vanished completely.
• January 11, 1950 (Norwood, Ohio): An object was clearly observed for about 15 minutes after fog cleared. Smaller objects were seen passing through the light beam, with at least two objects observed multiple times.
• August 19, 1949 (St. Peter and Paul Church, Norwood, Ohio): An object was tracked at 40mm elevation, appearing as a glowing disc. It remained stationary when the light beam was moved. The estimated distance was between 6-8 km. Local newspapers published articles about this sighting.
• March 9, 1950 (Norwood, Ohio): Two smaller objects emerged from the main disc, appearing as if the disc was pushed back. After about ten minutes, the disc returned to the beam.

The article notes that these reports are considered significant, even by the U.S. Air Force, and that film cameras were reportedly operating during some of these events, with the resulting films being thoroughly examined and found to be genuine.

"MYSTERIUM nej!" (Mystery No!) Article

This section, also by Rune Rydebrandt, challenges the dismissive attitude of self-proclaimed "experts" who label UFOs as mere hysteria or hallucinations. The author argues that if UFOs are a mystery or a riddle, they must exist. The article criticizes the tendency to avoid confronting the unknown and highlights that UFOs are not unknown, despite denials.

It emphasizes the importance of logical investigation over dismissive rhetoric. The author points to the positive stance of Tage Eriksson at FOA (Swedish National Defence Research Institute) regarding UFO phenomena. Eriksson's statement that UFO observations are not solely fantasies and that there are real reasons behind them is cited as support for the organization's work. The article concludes that UFOs are real and that their origin will eventually be understood.

It also notes the growing global interest in UFOs, with the topic becoming a common subject of discussion.

Organization News (FÖRENINGSNYTT)

This section provides updates on the activities of UFO-Göteborg:

• September 6: A planned excursion with a telescope was canceled due to poor weather. The resignation of Secretary Svend Östergaard was discussed, with Jörgen Kjernell taking over the role temporarily. Stig Jadermark was appointed as the organization's treasurer.
• September 13: Correspondence with APRO in the USA was discussed, and plans were made to share information on two significant Swedish UFO cases. An invitation to hold a lecture at Allmänna Läroverket in Borås was accepted. A lecture series on astronomy with Stig Nordling was arranged, and microfilm from Norway was to be shown. Plans for bingo nights and intensified lotteries to raise funds were also made. Tore Lund, a former member, returned and was welcomed.
• September 20: Jarl Åberg's illness was noted, and members decided to send him a gift. Stig Nordling gave a lecture on astronomy, focusing on constellations. During the break, members socialized, and drinks and magazines were sold. A lottery prize of 25 SEK was won by Fru Margaretha Jadermark. Stig Jadermark presented on "UFO pictures: genuine or fake?", providing data for each image. A free discussion on UFOs followed, allowing members to delve into the complexities of the subject. The meeting saw a larger attendance than usual, though some who promised to come were absent due to a misunderstanding about the address. Changes to meeting days were announced to accommodate members' work schedules.

Other Content

• TEFATSBILD? (Saucer Photo?): A photograph taken over San Francisco is presented, with "experts" suggesting it shows a camera reflection rather than a genuine UFO.
• Afropå Kontakter!!!!!! (About Contacts!!!!!!): This section, by Britta Mesessen, appears to be a humorous or artistic commentary, featuring illustrations of a monkey and an astronaut-like figure in a tree, and a scene with several people and a fallen astronaut-like figure. The text "Bilder utan ord" (Pictures without words) suggests it is a visual piece.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently promotes the reality of UFO phenomena and encourages serious investigation. It criticizes those who dismiss UFOs outright and highlights the importance of evidence, such as photographs and eyewitness accounts. The organization actively seeks to inform the public and engage with scientific institutions like FOA. There is a clear stance against skepticism and a belief that UFOs are a genuine subject worthy of study. The recurring theme is the "mystery" of UFOs, but the editorial stance is that this mystery is solvable and that UFOs are not mere figments of imagination.