TFO Newsletter

Magazine Overview

Title: TFO Newsletter
Issue: #4
Date: 12 May 1956
Publisher: North Jersey U. F. O. Group

This newsletter from the North Jersey U. F. O. Group provides updates on upcoming events, recent activities, and news within the UFO community.

Key Events and Announcements

Gray Barker Meeting

The newsletter announces a crucial meeting with Gray Barker scheduled for Thursday, May 24th, in Newark. Tickets are priced at $1 and are available from the group's headquarters. The organizers emphasize the importance of this meeting for the group's future efforts, urging members to support it and bring guests.

Air Fair-1956 Exhibit

The North Jersey U. F. O. Group will have an exhibit at the AIR FAIR-1956, taking place from 1 to 5 p.m. on Sunday, May 20th, at MORRISTOWN AIRPORT. The exhibit will feature a variety of items, including guided missiles, space satellites, antique and new aircraft, radio-controlled flying models, static model planes (provided by Bill Wilson), rockets, jet engines, and a brass band. Admission is free, with a small parking charge. The group will also be selling tickets for the Gray Barker meeting at this event.

Film Premiere: "UFO"

A significant portion of the newsletter is dedicated to the premiere of the United Artists film, "UFO," which opened in Los Angeles on Wednesday, May 9th, and was set to open in the East in late June. Mr. Munsick attended a special showing. The film, produced by Clarence Greene and Russell Rouse, is based on the experiences of Al Chop, who served as P. I. O. for 'saucers' at the Pentagon. Chop cooperated with Major Donald Keyhoe, and Captain Edward Ruppelt also assisted the producers. The film reportedly includes two actual color films of UFOs, previously kept secret (UTAH AND MONTANA FILMS), which are presented as concrete proof of the existence of 'saucers.' The film will be discussed at the May 24th meeting. It recreates the MANTELL CASE, showing wreckage, and includes a tense scene depicting the second WASHINGTON AIRPORT 'SAUCER BUZZING,' with radar returns illustrating the UFO's actions around a jet.

The newsletter hails the film as a breakthrough for the UFO community, stating it "should do the trick, with proper support." Members are encouraged to watch the film and bring as many people as possible.

UFO Group Activity and Publicity

Reports from various saucer groups indicate their continued activity worldwide, with recent mentions of groups in Panama and China. The Baltimore group is noted for its successful meetings, and other groups are forming in Texas and Washington, D.C. The North Jersey U.F.O. Group itself received notable attention in the English magazine "URANUS," which has generated significant widespread interest.

CSI Program and Frank Edwards

Several members of the North Jersey U.F.O. Group attended a program by CSI featuring Frank Edwards. Edwards delivered an interesting talk that shed new light on various aspects of the saucer problem. His book is mentioned as containing further information and a notable personal account.

Other Items

Waukegan Contact Group Bulletin

The newsletter includes a mention of a postcard from the Waukegan Contact Group advertising their RESEARCH BULLETIN. The North Jersey group states they have no direct connection with the Waukegan Group but are helping to circulate their publication.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The newsletter reflects a strong commitment to promoting UFO awareness and providing support for UFO research and advocacy. The emphasis on the Gray Barker meeting and the "UFO" film premiere highlights a strategy of leveraging public events and media to advance the cause. The group appears to be actively engaged in community outreach, participating in public fairs and seeking publicity. There is a clear editorial stance in favor of the reality of UFOs, as evidenced by the excitement over the "concrete proof" presented in the film and the general tone of reporting on UFO sightings and group activities.