UFO Information - 1970 No 09

Magazine Overview

Title: UFO-INFORMATION
Issue: No. 9
Date: November 1970
Publisher: ARBETSGRUPPEN FÖR UFOLOGI (Working Group for Ufology)
Language: Swedish

This issue of UFO-INFORMATION focuses on the organizational aspects of the UFO movement in Sweden, alongside reporting on various UFO sightings and related phenomena. It emphasizes the need for a structured approach to information dissemination and public relations within the UFO community.

Allmän Information (General Information)

The magazine announces the establishment of a new Reklam & PR-sektion (Advertising & PR section) for UFO-Sverige, based in Skövde. This section's primary role is to manage contacts with the press, radio, and television, and to provide guidance and materials to local UFO groups for their public relations efforts. The section requests that all UFO groups submit a list of available materials, such as slides and literature. The formation of this section is seen as a significant step towards increasing the national organization's visibility. However, its official approval is pending the next general assembly due to statutory procedures.

The editorial stresses that UFO-Sverige should not be an organization for passive members but should actively engage in public awareness and internal knowledge enhancement. Several activity suggestions are provided for UFO groups:

• Hold regular meetings (weekly or bi-weekly).
• Establish new UFO groups in nearby towns.
• Organize "information evenings" or small exhibitions.
• Distribute posters in public places and schools.
• Assist in distributing questionnaires for a petition to the UN.
• Investigate local UFO observations and report findings.
• Encourage members to read books and magazines on UFOs and discuss them.
• Contribute material and viewpoints to UFO-Information.
• Participate in the UFO-Sverige Translation Department.

Vad är, vad vill UFO-Sverige? (What is, what does UFO-Sverige want?)

This section critically examines UFO-Sverige's lack of a clear and well-defined program, which is seen as a significant handicap in dealing with the public and media. It argues that the UFO movement has historically been plagued by internal conflicts and external opposition from institutions like FOA (Swedish Defence Research Agency) and the scientific establishment. The article suggests that a strong, unified program is essential to establish credibility, counter skepticism, and gain public acceptance of UFOs. It calls for proposals from all groups to help shape this program, which is intended to be finalized by early 1971.

UFORAMA (UFO News)

This section compiles news and reports related to UFOs from both domestic and international sources.

De publicitetsskygga... (The publicity-shy...)

This article discusses the phenomenon of "publicity-shy" UFO witnesses who prefer to keep their experiences private. It contrasts them with individuals who might fabricate stories for attention. An example is given of a witness, "L.N.", who reported seeing white, fast-moving objects and later more pointed objects in a V-formation, seeking an explanation beyond conventional ones.

Svenska Rapporter (Swedish Reports)

Several recent sightings are reported:

• September 6: Two observations over eastern Östergötland, including a yellow, strongly luminous object moving erratically.
• September 22: Two phenomena observed, including a white object with "white sparks" and later, more pointed objects in a V-formation.
• Mårup Observation (August 13): The magazine presents a series of official explanations for the Mårup sighting, including T-33 jet planes, and notes the subsequent silence from the Air Force.

Torby (NWT)

Fredrik Olsson reported seeing a mysterious glowing sphere, described as a "flying saucer," near Torby, which emitted a yellow-white glow and was accompanied by a dull detonation.

Gullered (VOD)

A report from Gullered describes a green glowing sphere seen moving rapidly towards the ground.

USAF Sparar UFO-Dokumenten (USAF Saves UFO Documents)

An article notes that the U.S. Air Force considers its 21 years of UFO research documents, collected under Project Blue Book, historically valuable and will archive them at Maxwell Air Force Base. Researchers and media representatives will be granted access.

UFO-Landning i Italien? (UFO Landing in Italy?)

A report from Ostuni, Italy, describes a shiny, disc-shaped object with a dome and intense red light that was seen diving close to the ground before moving south. It was described as silent.

Fantastisk upptäckt i England: Hastigheter bortom ljusbarriären (Fantastic Discovery in England: Speeds Beyond the Light Barrier)

This article discusses a groundbreaking claim by two English researchers, Dr. John Allen and Geoffrey Endean from Oxford University, who suggest they have found evidence of matter rotating at double the speed of light around the Krabbnebulosan (Crab Nebula). The discovery, based on electromagnetic fields interpreted as matter, is presented as a challenge to established physics and could imply a significantly smaller universe than previously thought. Professor Gunnar Larsson-Leander expresses skepticism, suggesting the findings might be theoretical rather than observational.

Oförklarligt ljus sågs i Koivujärvi (Unexplained Light Seen in Koivujärvi)

Residents of Koivujärvi, Finland, reported seeing a bright object in the forest, suspected to be a flying saucer, which emitted a neon-colored light. Investigations of the area yielded no concrete evidence.

Apollo 14 undersöker mån-ljusen (Apollo 14 Investigates Moon Lights)

This section discusses reports from Apollo 11, 12, and 13 astronauts who observed light flashes on the moon, described as streaks or dots. These are speculated to be cosmic radiation, but John Keel questions this explanation, noting that astronauts have photographed these flashes and that human eyes cannot typically see cosmic ray particles without special equipment.

Ryssar före Armstrong? (Russians Before Armstrong?)

An article from "Beyond" magazine, based on an interview with a defected Russian scientist named Professor Lev Mohilyn, claims that a manned Russian moon expedition occurred in June 1968. The account describes a "mechanical monster" attacking and killing one cosmonaut, while the other returned to Earth. The article speculates on why this event was not publicly disclosed by the Soviets.

"Fosfener" och UFOs ("Phosphenes" and UFOs)

Dr. Bernard E. Finch discusses the phenomenon of "phosphenes" – visual effects triggered by electrical or magnetic fields. He suggests that phosphenes might explain some reported UFO-related phenomena, such as car malfunctions (engines stalling, headlights going out) and radio interference, when a large, glowing object is observed.

UFORAMA forts. (UFORAMA cont.)

Observationer (Observations)

• Prostökna: Margaretha Karlsson reported seeing a square, red-blinking object that seemed to be landing, and later flew low over her car.
• Mårup: The magazine reiterates the official explanations for the Mårup observation, noting the lack of further information from the Air Force.
• UFORAMA-tips: A suggestion is made for Danish UFO organizations to establish roles similar to Swedish ones (MO, JO, PO) to address potential espionage.
• Tefat över Angola (Flying Saucers over Angola): Reports from Angola describe "flying saucers" pursuing cars and causing interference, along with multiple fireballs.

UFO-Sweden Newsletter

Announces the upcoming third issue of the UFO-Sweden Newsletter in December, inviting contributions from individuals with interesting observations or research on UFO phenomena.

Ömsesidigt samförstånd leder till fred (Mutual Understanding Leads to Peace)

This philosophical article by Dr. Daniel W. Fry discusses the nature of social science and contrasts it with physical science. Fry argues that while physical science has a strong foundation of mutual agreement and verifiable facts, social science lacks this consensus, leading to conflicting doctrines and potential conflicts. He emphasizes the importance of establishing a common ground of understanding and verifiable facts to solve humanity's most pressing problems and ensure a positive future.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are the organization and professionalization of the UFO movement in Sweden, the reporting of diverse UFO sightings, and the exploration of scientific and psychological explanations for UFO phenomena. The editorial stance appears to be one of promoting a more serious and credible approach to ufology, encouraging active participation, and seeking to bridge the gap between the public's interest in UFOs and the often dismissive attitude of authorities and mainstream science. There's a clear emphasis on the need for evidence-based research and clear communication.

This issue of UFO-Aktuellt, number 15, volume 4, dated September/October 1970, published by UFO-Sverige, focuses on significant UFO and extraterrestrial encounter reports, alongside a proposal for global social reform. The magazine features articles detailing alleged alien encounters, UFO photography cases, and an investigation into a peculiar incident in Bolivia.

Proposal for Global Social Science

The issue begins with a detailed proposal for addressing global social difficulties. It suggests establishing an international organization to convene a worldwide congress composed of delegates from every nation, race, and ideology. The congress's aim would be to collaboratively define and document principles, rules, and methods for human social relations through mutual discussion. The proposal emphasizes that the goal is not to dictate thought but to discover what people genuinely think. It outlines a process for proposing and accepting principles, ensuring that even rejected proposals are noted for future reference. The core idea is to build a social science based on simple, fundamental principles, drawing a parallel to the development of physical sciences. The proposal estimates that around a thousand delegates would be needed for a year to produce a foundational document, which would then be translated and disseminated globally. The organization behind the proposal intends to conduct further studies on logistics, costs, and location.

Cedric Allingham's Martian Encounter

A significant portion of the magazine is dedicated to the account of English astronomer Cedric Allingham. Born in Bombay in 1922, Allingham developed a keen interest in astronomy after serving in the Middle East during WWII. After the war, he settled in Yorkshire and conducted astronomical observations. Unlike many scientists, he did not dismiss UFO theories. In February 1954, while on holiday in Scotland, Allingham reported two sightings of a disc-shaped object. The second sighting, at 3:05 PM, involved a craft that was higher and faster. He managed to photograph it. Later, at 3:45 PM, he heard a whistling sound again and saw a flying saucer approaching the land. He believed its intention was to land. Allingham took two photos and described the craft as having a dome, three discs underneath, and a dark antenna on top, with 'vents' along the dome's sides. It rested on three landing legs. A man emerged from the craft, described as about 180 cm tall, with short brown hair, appearing to be in his early thirties, wearing a one-piece suit and an apparatus on his nose, possibly a filter. The alien communicated through gestures and drawings, indicating that he was from Mars. The Martian showed Allingham a diagram of the solar system, pointing to Earth and then himself, and then indicating Venus's orbit. He then drew a circle outside Earth's orbit and pointed to himself, signifying Mars. The Martian also conveyed that Mars is a dry planet with large deserts. After about half an hour, the visitor returned to his craft, which then silently ascended and disappeared. Allingham took a photo of the Martian before he re-entered the craft. A local fisherman, James Duncan, corroborated seeing the final phase of the encounter and provided a sworn statement. The article notes that Allingham planned to visit Adamski in California but fell ill with TBC and disappeared mysteriously in Switzerland.

The Monguzzi Case

The magazine also discusses the case of Gianpietro Monguzzi, a 30-year-old engineer from Monza, Italy. In July 1952, while mountaineering with his wife in the Bernina massif, he claimed to have witnessed a disc-shaped object landing about 100 meters away on a glacier. His wife was frightened, but Monguzzi took photographs. He described a 'pilot' emerging from the craft, who circled it twice before re-entering. Monguzzi took three more pictures, and after the craft silently flew away, he took two more. The article notes that the famous Washington D.C. UFO wave occurred around the same time. Monguzzi's story and photos gained international attention, but many suspected them of being hoaxes. He sold the rights to his photographs to the Italian magazine EPOCA, but his personal account was omitted, and the magazine suggested the photos were a skillful montage. Monguzzi reportedly lost his job and was ostracized due to the controversy.

Similarities Between Cases

An analysis highlights five similarities between the Bolivian incident and the Monguzzi case: 1. Both beings wore a rectangular object on their backs. 2. Both had an antenna-like structure on their backs. 3. Both wore thick, heavy clothing, especially on their feet. 4. Both carried a small tubular instrument in their right hand. 5. Both wore helmets or similar headgear. The article questions the likelihood of Senora Flores, a woman with limited education and isolated from UFO literature, fabricating such a detailed story, especially the gruesome detail of the sheep being disemboweled.

UFO-Sverige Activities

The issue includes a notice from UFO-Sverige's Reklam & PR-sektion, inviting groups to contact them for advertising and PR services. It also appeals for immediate reporting of UFO observations via phone or mail.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are the investigation of UFO phenomena, the possibility of extraterrestrial contact, and the comparison of different UFO cases. The magazine presents detailed accounts of alleged encounters and photographic evidence, while also critically examining the authenticity of such evidence. The editorial stance appears to be one of open-minded inquiry, encouraging the collection and analysis of UFO-related data, while acknowledging the skepticism and controversies surrounding the subject. The inclusion of a proposal for global social reform suggests a broader interest in humanity's future and the potential impact of understanding our place in the universe.