UFO Newsletter (Richard Nolane) - No 15 - 22 octobre 1997

Magazine Overview

Title: UFO Newsletter
Issue Date: October 22, 1997
Publisher: Not explicitly stated, but published from APT, France.
Editor: Richard D. Nolane

This issue of UFO Newsletter, number 15, dated October 22, 1997, focuses on current ufological developments and introduces a new project on the history of UFO phenomena before 1947. The magazine covers a range of topics, including political scandals linked to UFO research, specific sighting reports, and investigations into alleged disinformation campaigns.

Editorial

Richard D. Nolane, the editor, notes the increased publication frequency of UFO Newsletter due to access to new, serious information sources. He announces a new long-term project dedicated to the ancient history of UFO phenomena, predating December 31, 1947. He promises this will be an unprecedented offering in French ufology and asks for reader support.

"TROTTINETTE", "L'ENCORNET" ET LES OVNI

This article critiques the handling of the 'Yann Piat affair,' suggesting that political figures on the French Riviera might be involved in disinformation, drawing parallels to how ufology deals with sensitive topics like Roswell and Area 51. The author warns that pursuing the truth about UFOs can lead to falling prey to manipulators who use researchers and journalists driven by their convictions. The case of the 'Yann Piat affair' is presented as a lesson that the greatest enemy of truth can be the desire to reveal it at all costs. The article criticizes the spread of 'Grey' alien narratives and the reliance on 'authorized sources' for security reasons, arguing that these elements have tarnished democratic politics and contributed to the cover-up of cases like Roswell. The author concludes that good intentions can pave the road to hell, especially when they lead to unsubstantiated theories like those involving 'Greys' and underground bases.

QUI A MONTE L'AFFAIRE DE L'EMBRYON DE PORTO-RICO?

This section investigates the mysterious 'embryo' case from Porto Rico, initially reported in the previous issue. Jorge Martin's research suggests that the official explanation of the 'embryo' and its vial being a 'keychain' is questionable. The Institut Médico-Légal de Porto-Rico's prolonged examination and the selective editing of video evidence raise suspicions of a disinformation campaign aimed at discrediting UFO research and local mysteries like the Chupacabras. The article highlights that Porto Rico has become a hotspot for UFO activity, and serious researchers like Jorge Martin are being targeted by methods designed to ridicule their findings.

RETOUR VERS LE PASSE

This brief report details a UFO sighting near Springfield, Missouri, on September 18, 1997. Two witnesses observed a triangular UFO with colored lights being engaged in an aerial 'battle' with other lights, a phenomenon reminiscent of ancient accounts of aerial confrontations.

DEVASTATION NOCTURNE EN CHINE

An incident in southern China on November 30, 1994, is presented as another example of a staged UFO event. A luminous ball accompanied by projectors reportedly caused significant damage to an orchard and a railway car factory, cutting trees and moving wagons, while inexplicably sparing nearby telephone poles and animals. The information was relayed by Professor Sun Shi Li of Beijing.

SURPRENANT SUICIDE D'UN COLONEL BRESILIEN APRES SES REVELATIONS SUR LES OVNI

This news brief reports the surprising suicide of Colonel Uyrange Soares de Hollanda, a retired Brazilian Air Force officer, at the age of 56. The Colonel had led 'Operation Prato' in 1977 to investigate UFO sightings in the Amazon and had publicly confirmed the Brazilian military's investigation into the phenomenon. His suicide is considered particularly surprising given his good health and recent public statements about UFOs.

UN DOCUMENT EXCEPTIONNEL SUR L'ANNEE 1947

This section reviews 'PROJECT 1947: A Preliminary Report on the 1947 UFO Sighting Wave' by Jan L. Aldrich. The book is described as a comprehensive study of how the global press covered the 'arrival' of flying saucers in 1947, a period of intense confusion. It includes 40 pages dedicated to Scandinavian press coverage and is noted as an essential tool for researchers of UFO history. The book is available in English for $20 plus shipping.

BREVES - BREVES

• Victoria, Canada: A UFO the size of a football field and a multi-story building, with dazzling colored lights, was sighted over Selangor, Malaysia. Witnesses reported seeing occupants with long ears and small red eyes.
• NICAP: The National Investigations Committee on Aerial Phenomena (NICAP) has reportedly been revived to combat official disinformation, with a website available at www.nicap.com.
• Palestine: Police investigated a reported alien abduction attempt of a 10-year-old girl, who sustained scratches. A neighbor reported seeing an aerial 'whirlwind.' Some suspect Israeli involvement to instill fear.

LE RETOUR DES DISQUES DIURNES ?

• This section notes a resurgence in 'Daytime Disc' sightings. Three recent observations are detailed:
• Northern Chile (Summer 1997): A soldier reported seeing a hovering oval metallic object about 10 meters in diameter during an exercise.
• Austin, Texas (September 26, 1997): A witness observed a whitish oval object moving in a straight line across the sky.
• Phoenix, Arizona (September 27, 1997): A bright silver disc was filmed, with some images resembling those of a Swiss contactee.

LE FILM DE MEXICO

This article discusses a 35-second video filmed in Mexico City on August 6, 1997, showing a metallic gray flying disc. The video, sent to presenter Jaime Maussan, is undergoing analysis by various labs. Initial assessments suggest the object is authentic and was filmed with a digital video camera. The UFO is estimated to be 11 to 15 meters in diameter and was observed at an altitude of approximately 1100-1200 meters. The footage shows the object hovering and then moving away. The discovery has divided American ufologists, with some questioning its authenticity. The article also notes that the object filmed in Mexico differs from a supposedly manipulated photo from Moscow.

LE TRANSFERT DE TECHNOLOGIE PRESUME DE ROSWELL : LE FEUILLETON CONTINUE!

This piece revisits the controversy surrounding the alleged transfer of transistor technology from the US military to Bell Labs following the Roswell crash in 1947. Representatives from the Department of Defense and USAF met with Jack Shulman of American Computer Company to discuss the matter. The article suggests that if Bell Labs merely patented technology provided by the military, it could constitute a significant financial scandal, as the invention would belong to the government and taxpayers.

UNE PUBLICATION EN FRANCAIS RESERVEE EXCLUSIVEMENT A L'HISTOIRE ANCIENNE DES OVNI !

This announcement introduces 'FOO-FIGHTER,' a new 8-page newsletter from UFO Newsletter edited by Richard D. Nolane. It will focus on lesser-known or unknown UFO cases prior to December 31, 1947, with particular attention to the Roswell incident and the US cover-up. The newsletter will be published quarterly, with the first issue due in November. The subscription cost is 100FF for 5 issues.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue include the potential for disinformation and manipulation within ufology and politics, the importance of historical research (especially on pre-1947 cases), and the ongoing debate about the authenticity and interpretation of UFO evidence. The editorial stance, as expressed by Richard D. Nolane, is one of critical inquiry, emphasizing the need for serious, well-documented research while cautioning against sensationalism and the pitfalls of pursuing truth at any cost. There is a clear emphasis on uncovering historical UFO cases and challenging official narratives.