UFO Newsclipping Service - 1988 04 - no 225

Magazine Overview

This issue of the U.F.O. Newsclipping Service, number 225, dated April 1988, focuses on recent UFO sightings and investigations from various locations in the United States. The publication is co-edited by Lucius Farish and Rod B. Dyke and is produced by the U.F.O. Newsclipping Service based in Plummerville, Arkansas.

NASA Reviews Sky Activity

The lead article details an analysis by Dr. Paul D. Lowman Jr. of NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center regarding photographs of night-time sky activity in Little River County, Arkansas. Dr. Lowman interpreted the photos as showing celestial objects and aircraft, suggesting camera motion or tripod movement might explain some anomalies. He noted that the documentation was detailed and precise, but found nothing 'out of the ordinary' in the images themselves. His interpretation contradicted opinions from NORAD, the University of Arkansas, and local science teacher Bill Dempsey. Dr. Lowman encouraged observers to pay close attention to precise timing, direction, duration, brightness, and color in future observations, praising the local documentation as 'some of the most professional observations' the agency had received.

Countians Also UFO Watchers

This section reports on UFO sightings in Foreman, Arkansas, and Idabel, Oklahoma. Sharon Hill of Idabel described a flask-shaped object with flashing red and blue lights hovering over a field for about 20 minutes before accelerating away. She contacted the sheriff's department, which confirmed receiving multiple reports from the Little River County area.

More UFOs

This brief section notes several reported sightings of bright lights and hovering orange and blue balls in the sky near Staunton, Virginia, and Jake's Flat. An Augusta County Sheriff's deputy responded to a report of a vehicle being followed by a UFO but saw nothing unusual.

UFO organization calls sighting 'credible'

This article by Steve Berentson from the Whidbey News-Times reports on an investigation by the Mutual UFO Network (MUFON) into a sighting by Dan MacIndoe and his family on January 21st. MUFON State Director Dr. Donald Johnson classified the sighting as 'credible and sound,' ruling out all conventional explanations. The object was described as a bright, orange-yellow stationary light that shot straight up, made a sharp right-angle turn, and approached the witnesses at high speed before disappearing. Johnson stated the case was classified as an 'unknown' due to factors like restricted military airspace, multiple witnesses, lack of sound, unusual lighting, and lack of wind.

UFOs: Are They Really Up There... Or Down Here?

By Lt. Col. USAF (Ret.) Wendell C. Stevens, this article explores the diversity of UFO phenomena. Stevens notes that UFOs and their occupants vary widely in appearance, behavior, and technology, defying simple categorization. He discusses different craft shapes, materials, and flight capabilities, as well as the wide range of descriptions for alien beings. The article suggests that the complexity of these encounters makes it difficult to generalize, and that visitors may come from various locations across the galaxy and beyond. It also mentions a series of books titled 'UFO Photographs Around the World' as a resource for understanding this variety.

'Intruders' author says aliens are here

This piece introduces Budd Hopkins, author of 'INTRUDERS: The Incredible Visitations at Copley Woods.' Hopkins, an award-winning painter and sculptor, is also a meticulous investigator of UFO reports. His book focuses on the case of 'Kathie Davis,' an Indiana woman who recalls a series of alien abductions involving genetic experiments. Hopkins's work is based on interviews and corroborating testimony from hundreds of people worldwide who report similar experiences. The article highlights Hopkins's initial observation of a 'small, circular, metallic craft' in 1964, which led him to investigate UFO reports and document cases of alien abductions and physical examinations.

Resident witnessed unidentified object

This article features Kathy Karkutt of Romulus, Michigan, who recounts her experiences with unidentified flying objects. She describes seeing a 'large cowboy hat' shaped object with flashing lights in 1964, and later a 'bread box' shaped object with silver lights. Karkutt expresses fear but also a sense of helplessness, having called the police department about her sightings.

What Kind of Aircraft Was That, Tuesday Night?

This short piece from the Delaware Valley News-Eagle asks readers if they saw a low-flying object with white and red lights over Paupack, PA, on a Tuesday night. The craft was described as moving slowly, with a sound like a distant jet.

More area reports of UFO sightings

This article from the Tribune-Democrat in Johnstown, PA, discusses additional UFO sighting reports received after a published account. Stan Gordon, who heads a statewide volunteer organization investigating strange happenings, reported several calls. One witness described seeing lights as an object floated across the road at a low level, noting its size and lights. Another report from Bucks County described a 'rectangular, gray metallic object' with lights. A wave of similar sightings was also noted in the Texarkana, Texas area, dubbed 'Big Bertha.'

Aliens have ignored earlier landing sites

This article by Dave Matheny discusses several attempts to create designated landing sites for UFOs, which have largely been ignored. Examples include sites in Lake City, Pennsylvania; El Cajon, California; and 'Spaceport Earth' near Mt. Rainier, Washington. The article notes that despite fanfare and publicity, these sites failed to attract extraterrestrial visitors.

Invasion? Pensacola cites UFO encounters

This Florida Today article reports on UFO investigators in Pensacola, Florida, looking into photographs submitted by a resident of Gulf Breeze. The businessman claims to have witnessed 16 UFO sightings between November 1987 and February 1988. One photo reportedly shows three disc-shaped objects, while another shows a spaceship hovering above a road. The businessman also provided videotape evidence and detailed unusual experiences, including encounters with a shielded creature and being struck by a blue beam. MUFON investigators Charles Flannigan and Donald Ware are involved, and physicist Bruce Maccabee has also examined the evidence.

More light in the Dakota night

This article from the Beacon in Beulah, ND, details Dan Huffman's sighting of six bright lights over Lake Sakakawea on February 26th. Huffman, a former military reconnaissance man, described the lights as stationary, evenly spaced, and intense. He noted the lights were too far apart to be ice fishermen and too bright to be spotlights. His wife also saw the lights. The sighting coincided with unidentified radar blips at Minot Air Force Base and a sighting by Victor Walker near Zap.

Mutual UFO Network International Director Visits Gulf Breeze, Believes Photos Authentic

By Walter H. Andrus, Jr., International Director of MUFON, this article details the investigation into UFO photographs taken by a resident in Gulf Breeze, Florida. Andrus states that the photographs are 'incredible' and represent one of the most amazing UFO cases he has investigated in 30 years. He commends the photographer for his sincerity and the Sentinel newspaper for its diplomatic reporting to protect the witness's confidentiality. The article also mentions that samples of the photographs have been sent for computer enhancement evaluation.

Foreman UFO sightings widespread

This article from the Northwest Arkansas Times reports on the widespread UFO sightings in Foreman, Arkansas, which began in late December. Over 200 reports have been received by the local sheriff's department. The sightings are noted for their duration and the number of people involved, with no military or commercial air explanations found. The article categorizes encounters into Close Encounters of the First, Second, and Third Kind, noting that while many sightings occurred, no direct contact with extraterrestrial life forms has been reported in the Foreman area.

Encounters categorized

This section, also from the Northwest Arkansas Times, further details the categories of UFO encounters: First Kind (visual sighting without physical impact), Second Kind (with physical impact), and Third Kind (sighting of occupants). It provides examples from the Foreman sightings, including those of Linda Carr, Debbie Dickey, Ricky Goodson, John Taaffe, Jim Williamson, and the French family, describing various lights and objects observed.

Daytime sighting

This short report from the Little River News in Ashdown, Arkansas, describes an Ashdown man's sighting of a bright, unusually shaped object in the western sky that appeared to be reflecting sunlight. He described it as a figure eight shape that accelerated off to the west in a split second, disappearing quickly.

UFO Column Draws Responses

This column from the Richmond Journal features a response from a reader who suggests that the author's previous articles on 'supernatural and psychic' experiences might be related to UFO abduction cases, recommending Budd Hopkins's book 'Intruders.' The author, Mr. Cox, acknowledges Hopkins's work and the concept of alien abductions but maintains his own experiences did not fit the typical abduction pattern. He also reiterates his belief that the UFOs he and his wife saw were not conventional helicopters.

List of area UFO sightings growing

This article from the Tribune in Bismarck, ND, details a growing list of UFO sightings in central North Dakota, including Dan Huffman's report of six bright lights over Lake Sakakawea. UFO investigator Don Johnson notes this is the most activity he's seen in nine years, suggesting it could be a new wave of activity or increased reporting due to media coverage. The article lists specific dates and locations of sightings in the Bismarck area.

Last year filled with unexplained sightings

This report from Spirit in Jeanette, PA, summarizes the activities of the Pennsylvania Association for the Study of the Unexplained (PASU) in 1987. PASU investigated hundreds of cases, including UFO sightings, Bigfoot reports, unusual sounds, and animal killings. A significant wave of UFO activity was noted from August to November.

Opinion: In the eye of Kalm's storm

This opinion piece reflects on a presentation about alien abductions and the 'New Age' movement's positive approach to the subject. The author, who attended a Women's Forum presentation, discusses her own experiences and calls the abductions a form of 'rape, seduction and totalitarian control.' She recounts a personal experience of abduction in 1973, involving 'almond-eyed' creatures and a feeling of suffocation, and notes similarities with Betty Andreas's book 'The Andreas' Affair.' The author also mentions Budd Hopkins and his research into UFO abductions, suggesting that aliens may not fully understand the impact of their actions on humans.

Encounters with UFOs? Kirkland man checks 'em out

This article profiles Donald A. Johnson, Washington State Director for MUFON, who investigates UFO sightings. Johnson, a Ph.D. in psychology, approaches investigations with skepticism but believes 'there's something there.' He discusses a recent investigation involving a Whidbey Island sighting and a related incident of 'vehicle interference' where a car's engine stalled and electronics malfunctioned. Johnson speculates that these phenomena might be related to 'super technology' or parallel universes, while remaining skeptical of abduction-by-alien stories.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue revolve around the persistent occurrence of UFO sightings across the United States, the efforts of organizations like MUFON to investigate and categorize these events, and the challenges of finding conventional explanations. There is a consistent emphasis on witness testimony, the variety of reported phenomena, and the ongoing mystery surrounding unidentified aerial objects. The editorial stance appears to be one of open-minded investigation, presenting witness accounts and expert analyses while acknowledging the lack of definitive answers. The issue highlights the public's fascination with UFOs and the potential implications of these sightings for our understanding of the world and beyond.