UFO Magazine News Bulletin issue 17 1978

Magazine Overview

Title: UFO MAGAZINE NEWS BULLETIN
Issue: 17
Date: May, 1978
Publisher: Not specified
Country: USA
Language: English
Price: $2.00 for four issues

This issue of the UFO MAGAZINE NEWS BULLETIN features a cover art by Denise Le Comte depicting a dragon-like creature attacking a space capsule. The publication is based in Cleveland, Ohio, and is a quarterly publication.

Notes from the Saucer's Cup by Robert S. Easley

Robert S. Easley's column begins by noting the resurgence of interest in the lost continent of Atlantis, with three major books on the subject due out. He then discusses an article from the April 1, 1978 issue of SATURDAY REVIEW by Norman Cousins regarding the benefits of the space program, quoting Cousins' conclusion that space exploration offers a chance to develop proper appreciation for humanity's station in the universe and potentially bring people closer together.

Easley reports on a UFO sighting in Henry County, Ohio, where a woman in Heller Memorial Hospital described a reddish-brown, bullet-shaped object with spotlights and blue and green lights immediately after suffering a heart attack. He also notes that on March 1, 1978, about thirty UFO reports were received in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, including a sighting by Paul Oles, program director for the Buhl Planetarium, who described a stationary bright light.

Further reports include a sighting of a twenty-foot long, cigar-shaped object with no wings or protrusions by two company directors in the 'Welsh Triangle' area of Wales, where over fifty sightings have been reported. The British UFO Research Association is investigating. Separately, Sarasota County, Florida, has been experiencing reports of a Bigfoot creature, leading to its placement on the endangered species list.

A strange object with red and white flashing lights was reported hovering above the Perry Monument on Lake Erie near Fremont, Ohio, on January 3, 1978. A Coastguardsman and the Federal Aviation Administration's Oberlin air traffic control tower confirmed no airplanes were in the area.

The publication is published at 3403 West 119th Street, Cleveland, Ohio 44111, with a subscription rate of $2.00 for four issues. Robert S. Easley and Rick R. Hilberg are editors, and Carol J. Hilberg is managing editor. The publication is a member of the National UFO Conference.

Media and Book Reviews

This section reviews several books and media related to the paranormal and science fiction. Recent books mentioned include "WEREWOLVES AND VAMPIRES" by Nancy Garden and "THE WEREWOLF IN LEGEND, FACT AND ART" by Basil Copper. "INTERSTELLAR TRAVEL PAST, PRESENT AND FUTURE" by John W. Macvey is highly recommended for its scholarly yet accessible discussion of cosmic travel.

The upcoming 13-hour series "Man and the Cosmos," hosted by astronomer Carl Sagan and scheduled for spring 1980, is highlighted. The series will explore evolution, cosmology, and the origin of life, with a budget of six million dollars. Jack Webb's TV series "Project U.F.O." is noted for its growing popularity, ranking seventh in recent Nielson ratings.

There is a strong critique of the publication "OFFICIAL UFO," which is accused of sensationalism and fabricating stories, such as UFOs destroying and rebuilding the town of Chester, Illinois. The magazine is described as a "blight to the serious investigation of the UFO phenomena" and its publisher, Myron Fass, is criticized for profiting from public interest. The UFO MAGAZINE NEWS BULLETIN refuses to buy "OFFICIAL UFO" and urges researchers to boycott it.

Steven Spielberg's movie "Close Encounters of the Third Kind" is mentioned as the biggest money-making film in Columbia Pictures history. The article also discusses the upcoming "Star Trek: The Motion Picture," expected in June 1979, and its significant budget and popularity.

Notable Figures and Events

This issue reports the death of "Long John" Nebel, a radio host who helped popularize the topic of flying saucers. His midnight to 5:30 A.M. shows featured many UFO personalities, including Jim Moseley, George Adamski, Frank Edwards, Gray Barker, and Tim Beckley. Nebel also wrote "THE PSYCHIC WORLD AROUND US" and "WAY OUT WORLD."

NASA's Comet Science Working Group has proposed a dual mission for 1985, involving spacecraft to fly past Halley's Comet and land on Comet Tempel II, with a cost of $400 to $500 million.

UFO Examiner and Pseudoscience

Ralph C. DeGraw is introduced as the editor of a new quarterly publication, "THE UFO EXAMINER," described as a slick, well-done magazine covering sightings, articles, and UFO information. The subscription rate is four dollars a year.

The feature article in the April 29, 1978 issue of SATURDAY REVIEW, "A Consumer's Guide to Pseudoscience" by James S. Trefil, is discussed. While the author disagrees with some conclusions, he finds the article interesting. Trefil notes that UFOs are moving up in rankings due to new scientific interest but could fall again.

Around and About the Saucer World by Rick R. Hilberg

Rick R. Hilberg's column previews the 15th Annual National UFO Conference to be held in Cleveland, Ohio, on August 12th. The event aims to be a lively experience for all attendees, allowing for diverse theories and research presentations. Closed sessions will be held at the Strongsville Community Library, followed by an open public meeting. Delegate housing is available at the Holiday Inn of Strongsville.

The Northern Ohio UFO Group, a newly-formed organization for Cleveland area UFO investigators, holds regular monthly meetings at the Strongsville Community Library.

Reports from Britain mention areas like Frome, Somerset, known as "Flying Saucerland," offering "UFO tours" and weekend vacations. Hotels in the area provide a "real Somerset welcome," and prices range from $22 to $30 per night. The Sir Benfro Hotel in Milford Haven, Wales, offers formal UFO weekends for about $44.

The PAGE RESEARCH LIBRARY NEWSLETTER has released a special report on "UFOs And Other Craft Adiatronic Field of Propulsion" by Richard Benson, described as technically speculative.

UFO Sightings Reports

Several UFO sightings are detailed:

• A small UFO flap in the Syracuse, New York area was reported after the Dennis Kiteveles family sighted an oval-shaped object with red, blue, yellow, and green lights on April 4th. Power briefly went out in the area, and Hancock Field radar reported a mysterious blip.
• The local Sheriff's Department reported numerous sightings in the Route 48, Sorrell Hill Road area near Baldwinsville, with objects described as boat-shaped, rectangular, or diamond-shaped.
• A Gillett, Wisconsin couple reported a UFO at 11:55 P.M. on March 3rd, described as stationary red and green lights at treetop level that rose to 2,000 feet with a rotating white light.
• Mr. and Mrs. Steve Patton, living north of Sparta, Illinois, reported a large orange light on February 13th, compared to a two-story house on fire. They observed a red object and three white lights descend from the object, which pulsed and hovered.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently promotes serious investigation into UFO phenomena while actively debunking sensationalist or fraudulent claims, as seen in the critique of "OFFICIAL UFO." There is a clear stance against the commercialization and misrepresentation of the UFO field. The publication also covers related topics such as ancient mysteries (Atlantis), cryptozoology (Bigfoot), and the intersection of science fiction and potential reality (Star Trek, Galactica, space exploration). The editorial stance favors well-researched information and critical analysis over pure speculation or unsubstantiated claims, encouraging a more scientific approach to ufology.