UFO Information - 1988 No 04

Magazine Overview

Title: UFO INFORMATION
Issue: 4-1988
Date: October 1988
Publisher: UFO-Information
Country: Sweden
Language: Swedish
ISSN: 0346-3540
Price: 100 SEK for a full year subscription.

This issue of UFO INFORMATION magazine is dedicated to current UFO events and increasing knowledge about the UFO phenomenon. It is published four times a year and is run by volunteers.

Editorial and Publisher Information

The magazine is edited by Kjell Thörnlund, with contributions from Sören Andersson, Ronny Thunér, Håkan Gustafsson, and Kristina Finér. The editorial office is located at Danmarksgatan 4B, Linköping. Subscriptions and memberships can be processed via Postgiro 483 64 25-1. The magazine costs 100 SEK for a full year.

Readers are invited to submit articles and discussion contributions. For articles, it is requested that manuscripts be typed with double spacing and on one side of the paper only. Authors are responsible for their own articles, and reproduction of material requires permission from the editor.

The magazine also seeks assistance from knowledgeable and skilled illustrators and translators for English, French, and Spanish texts. They are also looking for contacts with UFO enthusiasts who can help investigate and process current UFO cases in their local areas.

Increased Interest in UFOs

The editorial notes a significant increase in interest surrounding UFO phenomena in late 1988, evidenced by more letters and inquiries. This interest comes from the general public, schools, businesses, and the media. The increase is speculated to be due to a potential rise in UFO events or heightened public awareness, possibly influenced by Whitley Strieber's book "Närkontakt" (Communion), which was recently released in Swedish. The editorial acknowledges the work of many UFO groups that have been active, often highlighted in the daily press. The editors express gratitude to their subscribers for 1988 and welcome them to 1989, promising extra content for their 20th anniversary. Plans are also underway for a traveling exhibition across the country.

Feature Article: A Humanoid Encounter in 1901?

This article, by Jenny Randles and Philip Barnet, revisits an account from a 1978 DAILY EXPRESS series about a 1901 incident, considered one of Britain's oldest humanoid reports. The witness, a man named Frank, was ten years old in 1901 when he encountered a strange, greenish-blue, metallic object resembling a hut with a small door and a tower. The object was approximately 120 cm high and 150-180 cm long. Two humanoid figures, described as being about the same height as the object (under 120 cm), emerged. They had human-like features, skin the color of their own, and wore grey-green, military-style uniforms. A notable feature was a dark helmet covering their ears, with two 'cables' extending from the sides. The figures communicated through gestures, with one warning Frank to stay back. After the figures re-entered the object, it emitted a bright flash, creating a circle of light around itself, and then ascended rapidly with a "swishing" sound, leaving behind a pulsating red light at the rear.

Frank described the object as a "strange vehicle" and not what he would typically consider a UFO. He noted similarities to modern reports, particularly the short stature of the beings. The article suggests this case might represent a transition between reports of 'mechanized Victoriana' and modern 'electromagnetic spaceships'.

UFO Sightings and Reports

Six Lights in a U-Formation (September 6, 1988)

Manfred Holmberg, a 67-year-old amateur astronomer, observed six stars moving at high speed, faster than jet planes but slower than meteors, in a formation over Berg and Ljungsbro. The lights were round, steady, and did not flicker. Later, he saw a cylinder-shaped craft rotating on its axis, with two black fields and blinking lights. He estimated its size to be about 10 cm at arm's length through binoculars.

UFO Meets Airplane (April 19, 1988)

A UFO group in Borlänge observed several aircraft, followed by a large red, spherical object on a collision course. The object veered away and disappeared into a forest. Military authorities could not provide an explanation.

Strange Flying Object near Landvetter (April 25, 1988)

Several people reported seeing an unusual object hovering over Mölnlycke. The object was described as round, illuminated, and resembling a star when stationary. It remained in place for about 20 minutes before moving.

UFO over Kungälv (April 29, 1988)

A witness reported seeing a wheel-shaped object with multiple colors rotating on its axis. The object disappeared towards Ytterby. The witness is certain it was not an airplane or helicopter.

Mini-UFO near Barkan (May 13, 1988)

Two individuals near Barkan, Enköping, observed a disk-like, blank, shiny object about 45-50 cm in diameter. It landed briefly near a telephone pole, then jumped over a road and moved in a zig-zag pattern before ascending rapidly.

Mysterious Crash Landing north of Ljungskile (May 20, 1988)

Four people in a boat observed a large, shimmering object flying overhead. The object began to emit smoke, then descended in a spiral, crashing on land with a loud noise. A column of light and smoke was observed.

UFO hovered over Karlstad (June 27, 1988)

A person driving near Karlstad saw a large, round, cream-colored metallic object hovering just above the treetops, emitting a strong light.

Chased by a UFO (July 24, 1988)

Four people in a boat near Malung observed three luminous, hat-shaped objects following them. The objects mimicked the boat's maneuvers. The witness described the experience as very unpleasant.

Park Worker saw UFO (August 1, 1988)

A park worker in Karlstad saw an object flying low and fast, emitting a hissing, metallic sound.

Light Phenomena crossed the country (August 20-21, 1988)

Reports from Skärhamn and Stenungsund described a red light high in the sky moving slowly. Coast guard reports mentioned a yellow-red sphere in the zenith, moving from southwest to northeast, splitting into smaller lights. In Motala, several points of light were observed moving rapidly. These were described as silent and clearly not aircraft.

Personal Accounts and Reflections

The Case of the Missing UFOs (Article by T. Sören Andersson)

This section discusses the difficulty in obtaining clear information about UFOs, with many reports being dismissed or misinterpreted. It touches upon the psychological aspects of UFO experiences and the collective unconscious as theorized by Carl Jung.

Encounter near the Lake (Article by Bernt)

Bernt recounts an experience from around 1980 near Lake Fryken. While sitting around a campfire with friends, the natural sounds of insects ceased, creating an eerie silence. Suddenly, a craft described as an "oversized Braun razor" with a glowing underside descended. It emitted a cream-colored light, revealing two shadowy figures inside. The craft hovered briefly before ascending rapidly. The witness emphasizes the reality of the experience and its lasting impact.

The Domsten Document

This section announces the publication of a book by the Archive for UFO Research (AFU) detailing the Domsten case from 1958, involving two young men who encountered small grey beings attempting to pull them into a UFO. The book includes documentation, correspondence, and police reports.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue include detailed witness testimonies of various aerial phenomena, ranging from humanoid encounters to descriptions of unusual craft shapes and behaviors. There is a consistent emphasis on the need for more investigation and documentation of these events. The magazine appears to maintain an open, yet critical, stance, presenting reports and encouraging readers to share their own experiences. The editorial stance is one of promoting knowledge and understanding of the UFO phenomenon, acknowledging the increased public interest and the challenges in interpreting these events. The magazine also highlights its own longevity and commitment to the subject through its 20th anniversary and plans for a traveling exhibition.

Title: UFO-Information
Issue Date: July/August 1983
Volume: 8, Issue 8
Publisher: UFO-Information
Country of Publication: Sweden
Original Language: Swedish
ISSN: 0280-7442

This issue of UFO-Information delves into a significant close encounter of the third kind and presents a collection of historical UFO reports, alongside articles on life extension and a tribute to a key figure in the Swedish UFO community.

Main Feature: A Third-Kind Close Encounter in Indiana

The cover story, "En tredje gradens närkontakt i Indiana" (A Third-Kind Close Encounter in Indiana) by R. A. Busse, details a remarkable event experienced by the Eggen family in Pine Township, Indiana, on January 12, 1983. The investigation was undertaken by R. A. Busse at the request of the Center for UFO Studies due to his proximity to the witnesses. The primary witness, Ed Eggen, along with his sons John (15) and Donald (10), reported observing a glowing, 'L'-shaped object hovering over a swampy area. The object emitted a light described as neon-like. The family's dogs became agitated, but some geese remained unusually quiet.

Ed Eggen described seeing a "small person" holding the object, which was hovering two to three feet above the ground. The being, approximately 90 cm tall, was facing southeast and appeared to be searching for something. It wore a light gray, wetsuit-like uniform with a dark gray belt featuring circular or ring-like objects. The being's head was described as "very large," bald, and ivory-colored with large, fish-like eyes. Its nose area was marked by "two slits or grooves."

Donald Eggen, the younger son, initially pointed out the being. As Ed and John approached, a second being, similar in appearance and attire, was observed hovering near a fence. This second being also had large, dark eyes and a smooth, ivory-colored head. Ed attempted to communicate calmly with the beings, but received no discernible response.

As the beings departed, they swiftly moved west, paralleling X-gatan. A third being, described as moving "very fast and much faster than the other two," emerged from behind a pile of trash and followed the others. The three beings converged at a point approximately 90 meters west of the first being's original location. The witnesses observed the three beings transform into a "flood of light" and ascend rapidly into the sky, disappearing into the clouds. The object, previously described as 'L'-shaped, straightened out into a long, glowing rod as they departed.

An examination of the site revealed no physical evidence of the encounter. The weather was clear and the ground was dry.

'Vägen till Gral' (The Path to Gral)

Authored by Björn Grehn, this section, presented as an "INSÄNDARE" (Letter to the Editor), discusses a philosophical and biological concept related to eternal life. It posits that cell division, the origin of life on Earth, holds the key to reproduction and eternal life. The author suggests that in the future, it may be possible to understand and transfer this reproductive process to a single cell within an organ, leading to organs with eternal reproductive capabilities. The text uses the analogy of a small seed containing the genetic program for a vast organism. It also proposes that preserving human tissue samples in antifreeze and preservation fluid could offer a chance for eternal life, even after death, and suggests that the polar ice caps or refrigerated ships could serve as cost-effective alternatives to skyscrapers for preservation.

The section concludes with a poetic "bön" (prayer) invoking cosmic imagery and the concept of a heavenly kingdom.

Historical UFO Cases

This issue features a series of short reports on historical UFO sightings from the late 19th and early 20th centuries, compiled from various sources:

• Cigarr över Adrianopel (Cigar over Adrianople): A report from November 1885 describes a red, pulsating, cigar-shaped craft of immense size hovering over Adrianople, Turkey.
• Fartygsbesättning iakttog märkligt föremål (Ship's Crew Observed Strange Object): From November 1887, a Canadian report details a very bright, red, cigar-shaped object ascending from the sea near Cape Race, Nova Scotia, hovering, and then disappearing.
• Klotrunda ljus (Round Lights): Captain Charles J. Norcock of H.M.S. CAROLINE reported observing round lights for two hours in the East China Sea in May 1893. Captain Castle of H.M.S. LEANDER also witnessed them.
• Främmande luftskepp över Chicago (Strange Airship over Chicago): In April 1897, thousands in Chicago witnessed strange lights and what appeared to be two cigar-shaped objects with large wings in the northwest sky.
• Luftskepp landade i Illinois (Airship Landed in Illinois): On April 12, 1897, an unknown cigar-shaped, dome-shaped object landed near Carlinville, Illinois. Two pilots emerged before the craft took off.
• Marklandning i Indiana och vattenlandning i Ohio (Ground Landing in Indiana and Water Landing in Ohio): On April 14, 1897, a craft landed on John Roush's property in Indiana, with two pilots emerging. On the same day, near Cleveland, Ohio, a 13-meter long object with a dome was observed, and a man in a hunting suit emerged.
• Hallucination eller...? (Hallucination or...?): A report from 1904 in Transylvania, Romania, describes a peasant witnessing a burning wheel transform into a human-like figure.
• Luftskepp över England och Wales (Airship over England and Wales): Reports from May 1909 include a sighting of a dark, bottle-shaped object near Lowestoft, Suffolk, and a cigar-shaped balloon observed near Monmouth, Wales.

These historical accounts are sourced from publications like Flying Saucers - Serious Business, The Coming of the Saucers, UFO-Nachrichten, and South Wales Daily News.

Editor's Comments on the Indiana Case

The editor acknowledges the lack of physical evidence in the Indiana case, as is common in many UFO reports. The reactions of animals are noted as potential indicators but not conclusive proof. The editor suggests that while the report might seem like a "fairy tale," it shares striking similarities with other third-kind encounters. The witnesses, like many others interviewed by UFO organizations, were genuinely bewildered by their experience, which they perceived as real and impactful. The editor emphasizes that these witnesses did not seek publicity but wanted to report their unique experience for historical record. The editor also notes that the Eggen sons have shown no behavioral changes and that Ed Eggen reports feeling more confident and less stressed since the encounter.

Tribute to Sven Gottfrid Andersson

The magazine pays tribute to Sven Gottfrid Andersson, a notable UFO debater and founder of the Ifologiska Organisationen (later UFO-Linköping), who passed away on November 5, 1987. Andersson was a significant figure in the Swedish UFO movement from the early 1960s until his passing.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are close encounters of the third kind, historical UFO sightings, and the broader implications of UFO phenomena. The editorial stance appears to be one of serious investigation and documentation of UFO reports, presenting witness testimonies and historical data for the reader's consideration. There is an openness to the possibility of extraterrestrial visitation and a commitment to preserving the record of such events. The magazine also touches upon speculative topics like life extension, suggesting a wide-ranging interest in the unexplained and the future of humanity.