UFO-Norge Nytt - 1981 No 4

Magazine Overview

Title: UFO-NORGE NYTT
Issue: Nr. 4
Volume: 3 årgang
Date: Oktober 1981

This issue of UFO-NORGE NYTT, the member magazine for the national organization UFO-NORGE, serves as a forum for news and discussions related to unidentified flying objects. It aims to provide information of interest to its members and welcomes contributions. The magazine is published 4-6 times a year and sent free to members.

Editorial

The editorial section, titled "Redaksjonelt...", apologizes for the two-month delay in publication, attributing it to health and work-related issues, as well as a lack of UFO activity and submissions. The editor notes a positive trend towards international cooperation in UFO research and suggests that data processing of UFO reports could yield conclusions, though expresses pessimism about potential resistance from mainstream media. The editorial also raises questions about the connection between global UFO activity and civilization, and whether such inquiries are relegated to speculation.

UFO Activity in China

The article "UFO over CHINA" reports on an increasing number of UFO sightings in China and the formation of a new UFO organization called CURO (Chinese UFO Research Organization). CURO, established in May 1980, aims to collect, process, and study UFO information in China, and to promote understanding of the UFO phenomenon. The article details several specific sightings, including a disc-shaped object observed by students in Wuhan, a photographic evidence case near Beijing, and a highly publicized incident in Fujian Province where a UFO sighting caused panic, leading to casualties. CURO's chairman, Cha Leping, categorizes UFO shapes into disc, ring, and egg-forms, large rectangular objects, and objects resembling spiral nebulae.

"The Visitors" (De besøkende)

This section presents an article originally written for "OPEN MIND" magazine in 1969, discussing the nature of alleged extraterrestrial visitors. It categorizes these visitors into four main groups: spiritually highly developed beings, physically highly developed beings, remnants of lost civilizations on Earth, and physically highly developed beings with scientific and technical expertise but lacking spiritual development. The article suggests that different groups contact different types of people on Earth based on vibrational frequencies. It also touches upon theories of UFOs originating from underground bases or from within Earth, and the phenomenon of 'Men in Black' attempting to silence UFO researchers.

UFO Sightings in Norway

Several personal accounts of UFO sightings in Norway are featured:

• Lysende objekt over Lillestrøm: Gunvor Buskerud reported observing a luminous, oval object moving erratically in the sky on the night of August 2nd, 1981. Her UFO detector also registered electromagnetic activity during the observation.
• UFO Fotografert over Sandefjord - Filmen Forsvunnet!: A 15-year-old named Lars Sperre photographed a dark, cylinder-shaped object. The film he sent to UFO-NORGE for analysis mysteriously disappeared.
• Hjørdis Hokstad i Lånke: - Jeg så en UFO: Hjørdis Hokstad describes seeing a small, grey-brown suited figure and a blank, spiraling object ascend from behind a tree on July 25th, 1981. She also noted scorched marks on the ground where the object was observed.
• UFO i Lånke også for 3-4 år siden?: This short piece mentions a witness who previously saw a shadow-like or fog-like formation over Elvatun, Lånke, but was hesitant to come forward publicly.
• Lysfenomen i Orkdalen 14/4-81: A report from the local sheriff's office describes a strange, blinking light descending from a great height and observed for about half an hour.

Metal Bit Analysis

The article "MYSTISK METALLBIT FALT NED FRA LUFTA" presents an analysis of a metal fragment that fell from the sky in Feiring, Norway. The analysis is compared to a similar analysis of a metal bit from the USA. The Norwegian sample contained iron, chromium, nickel, lead, copper, magnesium, manganese, aluminum, silver, and titanium. While there are similarities, the article refrains from drawing definitive conclusions.

Organizations and Research

• NIVFO - HVA ER DET?: This section critically examines NIVFO (Norsk Institutt for Vitenskaplig Forskning og Informasjon), questioning its legitimacy as a scientific institute and warning against its methods of collecting information and discouraging witnesses from cooperating with other UFO groups.
• NOTISER: This section contains several short notes:
• Parthenon Forlag: Provides updated contact information for a small publishing house specializing in UFO books.
• Fotografi: Mentions that a Norwegian photography magazine will feature an article on UFO photography and UFO-NORGE.
• Vi Menn: Announces that the magazine "Vi Menn" will publish UFO articles in January 1982, including one about UFO-NORGE.
• Delphi Forlag: Recommends books on parapsychology and the supernatural published by Delphi Forlag.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently promotes the serious investigation of UFO phenomena, encouraging open-mindedness and scientific inquiry. It highlights personal testimonies and photographic evidence, while also acknowledging the skepticism and ridicule often faced by witnesses. The organization UFO-NORGE positions itself as a central body for collecting and disseminating information, fostering both national and international cooperation. There is a recurring theme of the potential for extraterrestrial contact and the importance of understanding these phenomena for humanity's future. The editorial stance is one of advocating for the legitimacy of UFO research and encouraging continued investigation, despite challenges and opposition.

This issue of Nordlands Posten, dated February 18, 1980, focuses heavily on UFO phenomena, with the main headline "Meløy har hatt UFO-besøk" (Meløy has had UFO visits). The issue includes reports of sightings, discussions on potential connections between UFOs and natural disasters, and personal accounts of paranormal experiences. It also features an article on the space shuttle Columbia and a book review.

UFO Sightings in Meløy

The lead article details a UFO sighting in Meløy on January 22, 1980. An eyewitness described a strange aircraft with a humming sound moving slowly over a mountain range before disappearing behind Mesøytoppen, suggesting it may have landed. The report includes a sketch by the witness. The article notes that 1979 was considered a weak year for UFO sightings, but 1980 was already showing an increase.

Another section, titled "Merkelige lysfenomener sett i Meløy" (Strange light phenomena seen in Meløy), reports on multiple sightings in the days following the initial report. On Thursday evening, a bright, oval-shaped object was seen in the western sky over Meløya. Witnesses described it as having a light that shifted color and moved erratically before accelerating rapidly and disappearing. On Friday evening, a similar bright object was observed near Bodø, blinking and hovering before disappearing at high speed. Those who witnessed these events dismissed the possibility of them being conventional aircraft, weather balloons, or natural phenomena, emphasizing the object's incredible speed.

Connection Between UFOs and Natural Disasters

The issue delves into a potential link between UFO observations and natural disasters, referencing an article from "UFO-ASPEKT" titled "SAMMENHENG MELLOM NATURKATASTROFER, UFOer OG PSYKISKE OPPLEVELSER?" (Connection between natural catastrophes, UFOs and psychic experiences?). It highlights that UFOs were reportedly seen near the St. Helens volcano before its eruption and mentions an EDB (Electronic Data Processing) study linking UFO sightings with natural disasters. The article cites "National Enquirer" from July 22, 1980, which reported on this connection. The text also brings up the numerous minor earthquakes that occurred in Meløy during the winter of 1978-1979, suggesting a possible correlation.

Further details on this connection are provided, citing Robert Gribble of the National UFO Reporting Center, who noted sightings of large triangular craft before volcanic eruptions. The article also mentions observations of large, silver, disc-shaped craft and UFOs preceding earthquakes. Dr. Henry Manteith, a scientist studying UFO reports, believes UFOs may congregate near natural disaster sites out of curiosity. Dr. Michael A. Persinger's research is also mentioned, suggesting a link between UFO activity, natural disasters, and psychic phenomena, with events often occurring in clusters weeks before major seismic activity.

Examples are given, such as sightings before the Vesuvius eruption in Italy, volcanic eruptions in the Canary Islands and Japan, and strange phenomena reported before earthquakes in Venezuela and Missouri. The article also touches upon reports of large, bird-like creatures and UFOs during solar flares, and numerous UFO reports preceding earthquakes in California.

Paranormal Experiences in Oslo

A detailed account from a reader named Sigurd Rønning describes several personal paranormal experiences. These include instances of apparent telepathy in his childhood, a strange coincidence involving a letter about parapsychology, and an encounter with a vanishing girl at Sognsvann. He also recounts seeing a 'ghost plane' in Oslo and experiencing what he describes as a 'teleportation phenomenon' with his chair. A more recent experience involved sudden relief from headache and nausea after his hair became wet without explanation, and the discovery of perfectly tied knots in his beard, suggesting paranormal causes.

Another report details a close encounter in Oslo involving Susanne and Roger, who observed a strange light that later transformed into a more defined object with a shining bottom and a central light. This object exhibited unusual movements before disappearing. The incident was followed by Susanne experiencing a trance-like state.

UFO Sighting in Larvik

An article from VG (dated 1981) reports on a mysterious light observed by eight children in Helgeroa, near Larvik. The children described the light as having windows and being a 'flying saucer'. They reported being thrown to the ground by its intensity. After the light disappeared, they claimed a 'suitcase-like' object was dropped from the sky. Police and meteorologists investigated but found no conventional explanation for the sighting.

New UFO Organization

The issue announces the formation of a new UFO organization called "Ringsaker UFO-Forening" on the East side of Norway, affiliated with UFO-NORGE. The article provides contact information and lists the leadership, including Hans Petter Halvorsen, who is described as a science fiction film expert.

Space Shuttle Columbia

An article by John A. Pettersen details the first flight of the American space shuttle Columbia. It describes the launch on April 12, 1981, the separation of solid rocket boosters, and the shuttle reaching orbit. The article mentions that no scientific experiments were conducted, as the primary goal was to test the shuttle's capabilities, including opening its cargo bay doors and radiators. The descent and landing at Edwards Air Force Base are also described, noting a slight deviation from the planned landing path due to increased speed.

Book Review: The Sirius Mystery

There is a review of Robert K.G. Temple's book "Sirius Mystery," which explores the theory that intelligent beings from the Sirius system visited Earth in ancient times and imparted knowledge to civilizations like the Dogon people of Mali. The review highlights the book's controversial nature and its exploration of ancient mysteries, referencing figures like Erich von Däniken and Stevie Wonder who were inspired by it. The book's author, Robert K.G. Temple, is described as having a background in Sanskrit and Oriental studies.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are UFO sightings, the potential connection between UFOs and unexplained phenomena (including natural disasters and psychic experiences), and the exploration of ancient mysteries. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry, presenting various accounts and theories without definitive conclusions, encouraging readers to investigate rather than dismiss claims. The inclusion of personal accounts and reader contributions suggests a community-oriented approach to the subject matter.