UFO Information - 1988 No 01

Magazine Overview

Title: UFO INFORMATION
Issue: 1-1988
Date: 1988
Publisher: UFO-Information
Country: Sweden
Language: Swedish
ISSN: 0346-3540
Price: 100:- per year

This issue of UFO INFORMATION, a Swedish magazine focused on UFO events and knowledge, presents a collection of reports and investigations from various parts of the world. The magazine is run on a voluntary basis, with Kjell Thörnlund serving as the editor and publisher. It aims to provide current information on UFO phenomena and encourages reader contributions.

UFO-Rapporterna Ökar! (UFO Reports Are Increasing!)

The editorial, written by Kjell, expresses gratitude to new subscribers and contributors, emphasizing the magazine's voluntary nature and the resulting irregular publication schedule. He notes an increase in reported UFO sightings, with many being explainable as satellites or aircraft, but highlights that a few interesting cases will be published. This issue includes an extended page count as a bonus. The editorial also provides a table of contents for issue 1-1988.

Contents Overview

Ett nytt "Villas-Boas"-fall i Brasilien (A New "Villas-Boas" Case in Brazil)

This article details the case of José Inacio, who experienced a UFO abduction in Brazil. After the incident, he exhibited behavioral problems, including apathy and forgetfulness. His employer advised him to seek medical consultation. The report includes testimonies from witnesses who saw a luminous, circular object hovering over the abduction site. The case was investigated by UFO researcher Luiz do Rosario Real, who conducted a photographic reconstruction and interviewed local residents. The article also notes that José Inacio lost his desire to smoke after the experience and seems unaware of the broader significance of his case.

UFO-jakt i Kina (UFO Hunt in China)

This section discusses UFO reports from China, drawing on information from Japanese correspondent Herr Yusuke J. Matsumura. The article suggests that Chinese authorities are becoming more concerned about UFO phenomena and may begin to suppress UFO research. It mentions the establishment of a civilian UFO research society in China and the publication of their magazine. The author speculates that the Chinese government might be taking a stricter approach to UFOs, similar to crackdowns in other countries. Several specific reports from Shanghai are detailed, including sightings of disc-shaped objects, power outages, and stopped watches. The reports are analyzed by Shanghai Observatory experts, who suggest the objects could be man-made or natural atmospheric phenomena, rather than extraterrestrial.

"Big Foot"? I Bohuslän (Sweden)

This is a personal account from Margareta Nilsson about an encounter on Kynnefjället in Bohuslän, Sweden, in the late 1960s. While berry picking with friends, she became separated and encountered a large, hairy, bear-like creature with glowing eyes. The creature grabbed her, and she managed to break free. Immediately after, she and her friends witnessed a large, dark, metallic object hovering overhead, emitting a pulsating sound and a blue-white light. The object disappeared towards the southeast. The article also mentions that the creature's fur left marks on her boot, and the incident left her with deep psychological scars.

...och deltavinge i Finland (...and Delta-wing in Finland)

This report describes a sighting in Evijärvi, Finland, during the summer of 1986. Four witnesses observed a delta-winged craft moving slowly and silently over a lake. The craft was described as having a transparent cockpit, a polished metallic hull, and wingtip lights. It was estimated to be about twenty meters long. The craft moved towards eastern Finland. Local folklore suggests that delta-winged craft and strange human-like figures have been observed in the area repeatedly. These figures are described as about 1.60m tall, wearing colorful, reflective overalls, and having pale skin and hair.

Närkontakt i Linköping (Close Encounter in Linköping)

This is a report of a close encounter of the second kind that occurred in Linköping, Sweden, on October 29, 1987. A man named Sven was walking his dog when the dog suddenly lay down, seemingly affected by a strong pressure. Two cars braked sharply, and a girl pointed to the sky. Sven observed a low-hovering oval object, approximately 10-12 meters long and 3-4 meters high, moving slowly. He felt a massive pressure in the air. The object emitted a crackling sound and was surrounded by a faint corona. The object moved towards Stjärnorp. Sven's dog later became ill and had to be euthanized, with a veterinarian diagnosing a hip joint injury possibly caused by extreme pressure. Sven also developed a skin rash, suggesting a possible infection.

Kidnappningsfall i Polen (Kidnapping Case in Poland)

This brief report mentions witnesses Miroslaw Goralski and Krzysztof Kobus in Sztum, Poland, who contacted a writer about UFOs. They reported seeing a silver, delta-shaped object that appeared to be falling and exploding. This incident occurred after they had been digging in the garden.

USA varnades av rymdvarelser (USA Warned by Aliens)

This is a very brief mention, likely a headline or a short note, indicating a report about the USA being warned by aliens.

Miniatyr-UFO med lilleputtar (Miniature UFOs with Little People)

This is another brief mention, possibly a headline or a short note, suggesting a report about small UFOs and small beings.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently focuses on UFO sightings, close encounters, and alleged abductions, presenting witness testimonies and investigative reports. There is a clear interest in unexplained aerial phenomena and potential extraterrestrial contact. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry into these subjects, encouraging reader participation and sharing of experiences. The magazine highlights the challenges of investigating such phenomena, including official skepticism and the difficulty of obtaining concrete evidence. The reports often include detailed descriptions of the objects, their behavior, and any associated physical or electromagnetic effects. The magazine also seems to be interested in how governments and authorities respond to UFO reports, as seen in the China section.

This issue of UFO-Information, published by MUFON UFO JOURNAL in August 1980, features a cover story titled "KANADENSISK ROCKGRUPP KIDNAPPAD?" (Canadian Rock Group Kidnapped?). The issue is translated from Swedish and includes investigations by Lawrence J. Fenwick, Harry Tokarz, and Joseph Muskat of the Canadian UFO Research Network (CUFORN).

Case Study: Goralski and Kobus Encounter (Sweden, September 20, 1979)

The issue begins with a detailed account of an encounter experienced by Goralski and Kobus in Sweden. Goralski saw a "ring" with "white flames" descend into his garden. He described the object as "two silver deltas with a cross in the middle." Both men experienced a high-frequency "buzzing" or "grinding" sound inside their heads, which Goralski called "unbearable." As they approached, they were enveloped in a "dense, white mist" and a strong light. Goralski's spade disappeared. Kobus felt as if he was sitting in a comfortable armchair, noting Goralski's contorted face and his own sensation of being pushed down and then lifted rapidly.

Goralski, feeling a sense of well-being, experienced a sensation of being lifted upwards like an elevator. He attempted to communicate with unseen beings, asking about circuits and transistors, receiving the answer "Nothing." When he asked, "What is matter?" the reply was, "Matter's primary attribute is its ability to penetrate other matter."

Kobus, still in his "armchair," saw a stream of colors – red, black, blue, yellow, then gray – before the display ceased. His mind felt like a computer receiving information. He observed Goralski turning and looking out through the "mist" as if through a window. Kobus's "armchair" vanished, leaving him suspended, and he experienced a visual display of people in historical clothing.

Goralski looked down and saw his city, clearly distinguishing lakes and streets. He was then abruptly returned to his garden, falling about 30 cm. Kobus felt his "chair" pulled out from under him, causing him to fall and roll onto his back.

Upon returning to his house, Goralski found the garden gate key still in the lock, indicating the events might not have been a dream. The two men remained in the cottage until morning, and when they recounted their experience to friends, they were laughed at, leading them to contact Popik. Psychological tests confirmed both men were normal and not mythomaniacs. The incident occurred on September 20, 1979.

Case Study: Canadian Rock Group Kidnapped? (CUFORN Investigation)

This section details investigations by CUFORN into alleged repeated abductions. The primary case is that of "Jack T.," a 27-year-old man in 1982, who worked as a controller and technician and played in a local rock group. After reading Budd Hopkins' book "Missing Time," Jack felt gaps in his memory. He underwent three regressive hypnosis sessions with Dr. Aphrodite Clamar in New York, which he felt provided him with knowledge.

Jack attended a MUFON UFO Symposium in Toronto in July 1982. CUFORN's president, Joe Muskat, interviewed Jack and found him to be normal, with psychological tests confirming this. CUFORN's board interviewed Jack for seven hours in Toronto on July 17, 1982. Jack was described as intelligent, steady, quiet, honest, and slightly nervous. He was recently divorced and left-handed. He agreed to share his experiences on the condition of anonymity.

The investigation revealed that Jack's experiences began when he was two years old in 1957. The article notes a correlation between left-handedness and abduction victims, though this is presented as a question.

Hypnosis Sessions in Toronto

On July 20, Jack underwent hypnosis with Dr. Susan Schuman, a competent therapist. He recalled experiences related to his time as a child and his work as a technician. He described a series of events starting in 1957, involving encounters with "humanoids" and "UFOs."

The "Bigfoot" Laborer

Further hypnotic sessions uncovered memories of an encounter when Jack was 14 in 1969. He and his friend Ken Johnson were picked up by a large "Bigfoot-type" creature and taken aboard a landed craft. There, a "type 1 humanoid" explained that Bigfoot creatures were used as manual laborers. Jack witnessed Ken being operated on, with blood coming from his ear and temple, suggesting something was being implanted in Ken's head. Jack suspected he might also have had something implanted.

Sickness, Death, and a Warning

On August 21, 1982, Jack had a hypnosis session with Dr. Schulman. Coincidentally, Jack's grandmother died on the same day. Jack's father, Bill, was attacked by a "metaphysical being dressed in black," leaving a black mark on his chest. During hypnosis, Jack described the location of a party where his band had played the night of the "van incident." Dr. Schulman noted some hesitation and gave Jack a "shot of confidence."

Larry Fenwick received two unusual phone calls at his office, one sounding like a series of recordings and the other a woman screaming. His wife was diagnosed with cancer and pleurisy, but later recovered. Harry Tokarz and his fiancée Sandy faced business problems and a lawsuit. Harry's film and TV business nearly went bankrupt when a major client, Canadian Broadcasting Corporation, terminated their contract. Joe Muskat experienced personal issues with a colleague, and his wife threatened to leave him. Dr. Schulman had a "terrible quarrel" with his fiancée during a vacation and lost a significant amount of money gambling.

The Van Incident

On October 16, 1971, Jack and five others were returning from a party when their van was stopped by a UFO. Jack described seeing "flying saucer-like lights" and "blue lights" emanating from the bottom of the craft, with "vents" and "red lights" around the edge and a "dome on top." The object appeared gray in the dark. As Calvin attempted to make a U-turn, the van's steering failed, and the UFO pulled the van towards it. The van stopped about 6 meters from the UFO, which emitted sounds like a "road brush" or "pneumatic air pressure."

Inside the van, the occupants heard footsteps and felt the presence of beings outside. Jack described the beings' hands as having four fingers, with wide tops. The beings wore dark blue, tight-fitting uniforms with boots. The uniform covered their entire bodies except for their hands and faces, and had a high collar. The beings communicated telepathically, conveying that they meant no harm and were conducting tests.

Jack was asked to remove his shirt. He was then placed on the floor of the UFO, where instruments, including what appeared to be dental instruments, were used for examination. A device resembling a "Contempra phone handle" was used to scan his arm, revealing his muscles and pulse. A "large lamp" was shone on his head, and a "cut" was made near his ear. A machine resembling a dentist's drill was used, with various arms and instruments.

A Question About Religion

During another encounter, the beings asked Jack if he was a member of any religion. He explained he was raised as a Jehovah's Witness but no longer believed. When asked which was the true religion, the beings replied, "There is no true religion on Earth."

Genetic Manipulation Theory

Bill T. proposed a theory that "outsiders" wish to eliminate "corrupted blood" from family lines, particularly those with a history of cancer or heart disease. They allegedly achieve this by preventing male offspring in the third generation of abductees through mental manipulation.

Dr. Schulman's Summary

Dr. Schulman concluded that hypnosis alone could not determine the truthfulness of Jack's account, though she believed he thought he was telling the truth. She noted that the more details Jack provided, the greater the risk of him fantasizing to fill gaps. She also pointed out that Jack had read Bud Hopkins' book. Dr. Schulman speculated that mental blockages might have been created by "higher powers" and warned that the investigators might be "playing with fire."

Telepathy

Klas Sefastsson writes about telepathy, emphasizing the importance of "feeling" another person's personality as the primary connection, akin to a "telephone number." He advises practicing this with a neutral attitude, focusing on the intention for the other person to "ring."

USA Warned by Space Beings

This section, attributed to Timothy Good's book "ABOVE TOP SECRET; WORLDWIDE COVER-UP," claims that US astronauts were warned by space beings not to colonize the Moon. Buzz Aldrin and Neil Armstrong allegedly encountered alien spacecraft in a lunar crater, and the beings stated they were "vastly superior" to humans, leading to the cancellation of plans for a moon base.

Miniature UFO with Little People (Malaysia, May 19, 1979)

In Bukit Mertajam, Malaysia, six schoolchildren reported a landed UFO with 8 cm tall creatures. One creature shot a beam that split a brick. Another creature emitted an electric shock when touched. The UFO then lifted off, leaving falling leaves in its wake.

Available for Order

The final pages list items available for order from UFO-INFORMATION, including stickers, posters, a handling program, T-shirts, and back issues.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are UFO sightings, humanoid encounters, alleged abductions, and the use of hypnosis for memory retrieval. There is a strong emphasis on investigating these phenomena, with CUFORN and MUFON being prominent organizations. The editorial stance appears to be one of serious inquiry into these unexplained events, presenting witness testimonies and investigative findings, while also acknowledging skepticism and the need for psychological evaluation. The magazine also touches upon themes of government secrecy and potential extraterrestrial interference in human affairs.