UFO Information - 1975 No 06

Magazine Overview

Title: UFO-INFORMATION
Issue: Number 6, 1975
Publisher: UFO-Sverige
Language: Swedish
Content Focus: This issue of UFO-INFORMATION covers a range of topics related to UFO phenomena, including international research, specific sightings, technological theories, and the challenges of investigating such events.

Editorial: A Call for Unity and Support

The editorial, signed by 'Jonzon', reflects on the past year and looks forward to 1976, emphasizing the need for a "common effort for success." It thanks all contributors, members, and readers for their support, acknowledging that the magazine has faced challenges such as delays due to holidays and illness. The editorial highlights the progress made in UFO research and public acceptance in Sweden over the past six years, contrasting it with the past when discussing UFOs was not socially acceptable. It urges readers to support the magazine through subscriptions and by recruiting new members, stressing that their continued existence and improvement depend on reader engagement. The editorial concludes with New Year's wishes, hoping for greater acceptance of UFOs as a reality in the coming year.

Soviet UFO Research: Unveiling Secrets

This section, featuring a map of potential Soviet UFO observation sites, details claims by Soviet top authorities that they possess "fantastic evidence" of alien spacecraft visiting the Soviet Union. Dr. Felix Ziegel, a respected scientist and UFO researcher, is presented as a key figure who has trained Soviet cosmonauts and is now revealing previously secret UFO cases. The evidence includes:

• Metallic Particles: Unexplained metallic particles found after low-flying UFOs scraped the ground.
• 'Angel Hair': A mysterious, web-like substance found after numerous UFO sightings, which smells unpleasant and dissolves quickly. Analysis has not identified it as a known terrestrial substance.
• 'Space Nest': A peculiar metallic object containing intertwined needles, discovered by geophysicist Alexander Zayekin in the Tombov region. It is made of an unknown, brittle gray metal and is being analyzed.
• Eyewitness Reports: Accounts from credible witnesses of incredible UFO encounters, including two instances where military planes were forced down.

One of the most detailed cases described is from April 27, 1961, near Lake Onega, where a "space probe from another planet" scraped the frozen shore. A team led by Major Anton Kopeikin and Fyodor Denidov investigated, with 25 witnesses reporting a blue-green oval object flying silently at high speed. The object left a 15-meter long and 3-meter deep furrow, and ice samples contained magnesium, aluminum, calcium, barium, and titanium. The strange black grains found in the ice were deemed of artificial origin and resistant to acid and high temperatures.

The Åland UFO Landing

This article recounts a close encounter on Åland in April 1973. A driver on his way to Mariehamn experienced his car radio emitting loud static and his car engine faltering. He stopped and observed a large, approximately 30-meter diameter, windowed craft hovering about 50 meters above the ground, about 150 meters away. The craft was metallic with flashing red and green lights. The observation lasted about ten minutes and included electromagnetic and physiological effects.

Satellite Tracking Station Receives Intelligent Signals

This article discusses a project by the British Interplanetary Society in April 1973, which suggested a spacecraft within the Moon's orbit was attempting to communicate. Scottish philosopher Duncan Lunan theorized that the spacecraft, from a system in the Bootes constellation, had suffered a catastrophe 1,300 years prior and was seeking a new home. While Samuil Kaplan at Gorky University reported receiving timed, pulsed signals, subsequent investigations did not confirm Lunan's theory. However, a recent article in the Seattle Times mentions a peculiar experience in October 1965 at a NASA satellite tracking station in South Africa, where a powerful, inexplicable transmission from space was received.

The Mystery of the Missing Data Tapes

This section details a puzzling incident at a NASA tracking station in October 1965. A strange signal was detected, and the data tapes from this event were later found to be missing from the archives. The station manager, Dough Hogg, admitted that the tapes were removed on orders from NASA by two men.

Two New Jupiter Moons Discovered

This article reports on the discovery of Jupiter's 13th and 14th moons by Charles Kowal, a researcher at Caltech. Kowal, who is described as being exceptionally skilled with telescopes, had previously discovered Jupiter's 13th moon in 1973. The discovery of these small celestial objects requires extraordinary precision and perseverance. The article also touches upon Jupiter's characteristics, such as its banded appearance and its emission of more radiation than it receives from the sun.

Strange Radio Transmissions from Unknown Worlds

This article by John A. Keel explores unexplained radio signals, both from space and potentially from Earth, that are baffling scientists. It discusses phenomena like 'lightning from a clear sky' and the impact of VLF (Very Low Frequency) experiments on telephone systems. The article mentions the National Security Agency using VLF for coded messages and reports of strange transmissions intercepted by various entities. It also touches upon the possibility of signals from supercivilizations and the nature of pulsars. The article highlights the increasing problem of "electromagnetic pollution" and its potential effects on technology and even human life, citing instances of power outages coinciding with UFO sightings.

Soviet UFO Encounters and Technology

This section continues the discussion on Soviet UFO research, detailing specific incidents and evidence. It includes reports of UFOs forcing down military aircraft, mysterious metallic objects, and observations of unusual aerial phenomena by Soviet citizens and scientists. The article mentions that many Soviet scientists have shared their UFO encounters with Dr. Ziegel, despite potential career risks. It also notes that the Soviet government officially distanced itself from UFO reports in 1968.

The UFO-Information Magazine's Operations

Details are provided about the magazine's editorial team, contact information, and subscription details. The magazine is printed by its own printing house, and all work is done voluntarily. The article also mentions the availability of a new and improved slide show about UFOs for rent.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue include the investigation of UFO phenomena, the potential for extraterrestrial contact, the role of scientific research in understanding these events, and the challenges posed by unexplained signals and electromagnetic interference. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry and a belief in the importance of UFO research, advocating for greater public awareness and support for organizations like UFO-Sverige. There is a clear emphasis on the need for collective effort and international cooperation, particularly between American and Soviet scientists, to solve the UFO mystery.

Title: UFO-Information
Issue: 4
Year: 1975
Publisher: UFO-Sverige
Country: Sweden
Language: Swedish

This issue of UFO-Information delves into various aspects of the UFO phenomenon, including alleged government cover-ups, witness accounts of sightings in Sweden, and the burgeoning field of satellite communication.

CIA and the Flying Saucers

The lead article, "CIA OCH DE FLYGANDE TEFATEN" (CIA and the Flying Saucers) by Thorvald Berthelsen, explores the alleged role of the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) in controlling and suppressing information about UFOs. It posits that censorship is not direct but rather a sophisticated method of steering public perception, stemming from the 1953 Robertson Panel. This panel's directive was to remove the 'aura of mystery' surrounding UFOs. The article references the disappearance of six military aircraft over the Bermuda Triangle in 1945 as a factor in the CIA's rapid establishment and its subsequent focus on unidentified aerial phenomena. It also mentions a purported incident in New Mexico in 1966 where a UFO crash was confirmed, and its parts were handled by the Air Force, with a subsequent official message to cease transmission.

Major Donald Keyhoe, a UFO authority, is quoted as stating that the CIA has always controlled the suppression of official UFO information. He claims that the strategy involves quickly publishing explanations or ridiculing witnesses when rumors surface. The article also touches upon the National Reconnaissance Office (NRO), an anonymous intelligence service that spends nearly a billion dollars annually on high-altitude reconnaissance.

A proposed US law, the 'Criminal Code Reform Act of 1974,' is discussed, which could make it illegal for journalists to reveal information related to national security, potentially including UFO data under the broad definition of 'foreign relations.' The article suggests that contact with extraterrestrial intelligence could lead to significant technological and energy advancements, potentially disrupting major industries like oil, and could also foster global unity and a unified Earth government.

UFO Sightings Across Sweden

The magazine features numerous detailed accounts of UFO sightings reported across Sweden during the summer months of 1975. These include:

• A Witness in Sweden: Describes a sharp, stinging smell and an egg-shaped craft with lights moving in jerks, approximately 150 meters away. The craft was about 30 meters in diameter and had red and green lights.
• Kyrkoherde Sven Röjder (Lungsund, Värmland): Saw a silent, bright white object flying north at an altitude of 30-35 degrees, about the size of the full moon.
• Bosse Rindeskär and Ola Lindholm (Ludvika, Dalarna): Observed a bright object moving north, described as having fixed contours and no tail.
• Georg Jansson and Benny Jonsson (Ludvika): Witnessed a bright object moving horizontally, round with fixed contours, and about half the size of the moon.
• Kenneth Momkvist (Grycksbo, Dalarna): Observed a large, bright object moving from south to north, sometimes disappearing behind clouds.
• Lars Pettersson and Thomas Mårs (Rättvik, Dalarna): Saw an intense light moving from east to west at low altitude, disappearing into a cloud.
• Olle Karlsson (Munkedal, Bohuslän): Described a phenomenon resembling a 'slow shooting star' that moved slowly from north to south, sometimes stopping and moving in a zig-zag pattern.
• Håbol, Dalsland: Five people observed a glowing orb that approached rapidly, appearing to come from above the treetops. The object was described as being the size of a football.
• Skövde: A strongly luminous object was observed for over an hour, moving in a north-westerly direction, described as four to five times larger than Polaris, emitting a strong yellow-red glow.
• Anna-Greta Eriksson (Hyltebruk, Småland): Witnessed a bright orb moving in a circular arc, then approaching them before disappearing. The experience caused eye irritation the next day.
• Hedemora, Dalarna: Two people observed a yellow-red orb moving north, disappearing under clouds.
• Military Personnel (Ljusdal, Hälsingland): Observed a bright light moving in a west-east direction, then changing course and moving in an arc.
• Holger Lindén (Skänninge, Östergötland): Saw three objects flying in formation, described as pipes moving forward at low altitude and high speed.
• Stina and Gustaf Nilsson (Brömsebro, Blekinge): Observed a glowing orb flying north, described as beautiful and mesmerizing.
• Kristina and Thorvald Domej (Lycksele, Lappland): Saw a gray, round object moving towards their car, causing them to fear a collision.
• Karin and Berton Sköld (Smålandsstenar/Värnamobygden): Observed a large, bright yellow-red orb moving silently overhead, which then dissolved into smaller spheres.
• Anonymous women in Anderstorp: Reported seeing a large luminous object with protruding parts that emitted light.
• Tyra Pettersson (Smålandsstenar): Saw a bright orb moving silently at low altitude, with a strong light.
• Ann-Marie Bastmark (Stora Skedvi, Dalarna): Observed a bright, orb-shaped object that disappeared suddenly.
• Gislaved, Småland: Several people observed UFOs, including cigar-shaped objects flying in formation. Overstelöjtnant Sten Dalborg of the Swedish Air Force acknowledged unexplained radar observations and unusual sightings.
• Fru Wivan Gustavsson (Stockaryd, Småland): Saw a sock-shaped object with a red and yellow glow moving in a wide arc.
• Strömslund: Several people observed strange gold-shimmering objects and a bright red object.
• Eksjö: Two people saw a bright light, four times the size of normal stars, which moved rhythmically before disappearing.
• Aneby, Småland: Anna-Lisa Hjalmarsson and her daughter observed a large, bright, football-sized orb with a sound similar to a distant train.
• Hunseberg, Småland: Four young men described a luminous round body with a pulsating glow.
• Mellerud, Dalsland: Four people observed a large red-orange orb with a smaller object inside.

Space Communication

The magazine also features an extensive section on the evolution and current state of global satellite communication. It highlights:

• Intelsat: The largest telecommunications network, with 91 member nations and over 105 antennas. It has gone through four generations of satellites, from Early Bird to Intelsat-4.
• Intersputnik: The Eastern bloc's communication network, utilizing Molniya satellites in highly elliptical orbits.
• Satellite Technology: The article discusses geostationary satellites (like Intelsat-4) that appear stationary from Earth, and the challenges of increasing traffic volume. It mentions upcoming satellites like Intelsat-4A and the more advanced Intelsat-5, which will have significantly greater capacity.
• Regional Satellite Networks: Several countries, including Canada and the USA, are developing regional satellite networks. Germany is preparing a direct-to-home TV satellite (HLS), and Europe is developing the OTS satellite.
• Visionaries: Arthur C. Clarke is credited with foreseeing the development of satellite communication in the 1930s and predicting a future with vast communication networks.

Other Sections

• "SÖKAREN" (The Seeker): This section advertises a magazine called 'UFO-Information' (presumably the publication itself or a related one), listing its articles and subscription details.
• "1976 ÅRS RIKSSTÄMMA": An announcement for the 1976 UFO-Sverige national meeting in Örebro.
• "STOR UPPSLUTNING KRING INFORMATIONSKVÄLLARNA": Details about UFO-Sverige's information evenings, which have received positive feedback and are being expanded with study circles.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently promotes the idea that UFO phenomena are real and warrant serious investigation. There's a strong undercurrent of suspicion towards government agencies, particularly the CIA, for allegedly covering up evidence and discrediting witnesses. The editorial stance is pro-UFO investigation, encouraging public participation and the sharing of observations. The advancements in satellite technology are presented as a parallel development, hinting at the possibility of extraterrestrial communication and advanced civilizations.

Title: UFO-Information
Issue: nr 3, 1974
Publisher: UFO-TRYCK
Country: Sweden
Language: Swedish
Cover Headline: MONSTER HÖLL HEL USA-BYGD I SKRÄCK UNDER TRE VECKOR (Monster Held Entire USA Countryside in Terror for Three Weeks)

This issue of UFO-Information delves into several compelling UFO and unexplained phenomena cases, alongside discussions on the scientific study of UFOs and the debunking of iconic UFO imagery.

Monster Terrorizes Indiana

The lead article, "MONSTER HÖLL HEL USA-BYGD I SKRÄCK UNDER TRE VECKOR," details a series of unsettling events that occurred in Roachdale, Indiana, in August 1972. For three weeks, residents reported strange sounds and sightings of a large, hairy, broad-shouldered creature, approximately 180 cm tall. The creature was described as moving like a gorilla, sometimes on all fours, and emitting a foul odor. It was observed in the evenings and was reportedly responsible for the destruction of 110 chickens on the Brundine farm, as well as damaged crops. Despite investigations by forest ranger William Woodall, no physical traces of the creature were found, and it seemed to move without touching the ground, sometimes appearing transparent. The fear in the community was palpable, with some believing it signaled the end times. Similar sightings of hairy, ape-like creatures were reported in other US states during the summer of 1972, leading to speculation about a connection with UFO activity.

Adamski's Saucer Debunked Again

Another article, "ADAMSKIS TEFAT AVSLÖJAT IGEN" (Adamski's Saucer Revealed Again), discusses the ongoing efforts to explain the famous photographs taken by George Adamski of a flying saucer. While previously suggested to be an egg incubator or a German gas lamp, the latest theory, put forth by British UFO researchers Richard Lawrence and Ken Rogers of BUFO, posits that the object was the top of an old, refrigerated beverage cooler used in an Italian restaurant in London. The resemblance to Adamski's photograph is noted as striking. The article humorously suggests that if the cooler was indeed exported to the US, it would explain why Adamski, who ran a cafeteria near Mount Palomar, might have photographed it. The author also jokes that Adamski's 'mother ship' photo might be a motorcycle muffler, but then defends Adamski's philosophical views.

International UFO Congress and Organization

"FACIT AV INTERNATIONELL KONGRESS: UFO-ORGANISATIONER SAMORDNAS" (Result of International Congress: UFO Organizations Coordinated) reports on the first 'serious' international UFO conference held in Fort Smith, Arkansas, USA, in October-November 1975. Approximately 350 delegates attended, and for the first time, government representatives officially participated. This participation is seen as a potential shift in official attitudes towards UFOs. The conference was covered by international press, though some reports were criticized for being biased and attempting to downplay the significance of the findings. Criticisms were leveled at the US Department of Defense and the Pentagon for allegedly suppressing information. Astronomer J. Allen Hynek, a prominent UFO researcher, accused the Air Force of systematically explaining away all sightings as conventional aircraft or natural phenomena. Despite a lack of sensational revelations reported by the media, the article suggests that evidence was presented but not widely disseminated. The presence of official observers from the Air Force and NADC is noted, with speculation that it might signal a genuine change in stance or a tactic of disinformation. The article also mentions Charles Hickson's account of a brief abduction experience in Pascagoula, Mississippi, in 1973.

USA Police and the UFO-Center

"USA-POLIS HAR FÅTT HET LINJE TILL VETENSKAPLIGT UFO-CENTER" (USA Police Get Hotline to Scientific UFO Center) highlights the growing involvement of law enforcement in UFO investigations. An article from the FBI's 'Law Enforcement Bulletin,' written by Dr. J. Allen Hynek, discusses the establishment of the Center for UFO Studies in Northfield, Illinois. This center aims to scientifically investigate UFO phenomena, recognizing that it is not merely 'overheated imagination' but something requiring serious study. Police departments have historically been the first point of contact for UFO witnesses, and many officers themselves have been witnesses. The article notes a significant increase in UFO reports in the US in late 1973, leading to increased workload for the police. The Center for UFO Studies has set up a 24-hour 'hotline' for police to report sightings, which are then relayed to the Center for analysis. Dr. Hynek emphasizes that the pattern of sightings across different individuals and locations suggests a genuine phenomenon, not mere delusion. He states that 15 million Americans may have seen UFOs by 1973, with 51% considering them real. The article concludes by stating that the Center, with police cooperation, can help solve one of the era's greatest mysteries.

Agesta Nuclear Power Plant UFO Sighting

"ÅGESTAVERKEN FICK NATTBESÖK AV FLERA UFO:S" (Agesta Nuclear Power Plant Received Night Visit from Several UFOs) recounts an incident on March 18, 1975, where the Edholm family witnessed multiple UFOs over the Agesta nuclear power plant in Sweden. The family observed a blue-white light, which, upon closer inspection with binoculars, revealed a larger, cigar-shaped object and four smaller lights. The cigar-shaped object had a steady light above it, appearing to be mounted on a mast. The objects moved in a southeasterly direction before disappearing rapidly. The four smaller objects vanished first, followed by the larger one. No sounds were heard during the observation.

Kidnapped by UFO

A brief report, "KIDNAPPADES AV UFO" (Kidnapped by UFO), mentions an incident where six American forest workers in Arizona claimed their colleague, Travis Walton, disappeared after being hit by a blue beam from a UFO. The workers reported that Walton had exited their vehicle to investigate a hovering object resembling a flying saucer and was struck by a beam, causing him to fall. When they returned a short while later, both Walton and the object were gone. The police were investigating and planned to test the witnesses with lie detectors.

Music and Publications

The issue also includes an advertisement for "KOSMISKA FANTASIER Nr. 1" (Cosmic Fantasy No. 1), an album of relaxation and meditation music by Jan Sandell, available on LP. The price is listed as 25 Swedish Kronor per record, with free freight for orders of 3 or more.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are the investigation of unexplained aerial phenomena, the scientific approach to UFO research, and the public's fascination with such events. The magazine appears to adopt a stance of serious inquiry, presenting detailed accounts of sightings and incidents while also exploring efforts to rationalize and understand these phenomena through scientific study and organizational coordination. There is a clear emphasis on the growing credibility of UFO reports, particularly those coming from law enforcement and scientifically trained individuals, and a critique of official skepticism and potential cover-ups. The editorial stance supports the idea that UFO phenomena warrant serious investigation and are not simply products of imagination.