UFO-Norway News - 1996 No 2

Magazine Overview

Title: UFO-NORWAY NEWS
Issue: No. 2 1996
Date: 1996
Publisher: UFO-Norway
Country: Norway
Language: English (translated from Norwegian)
ISSN: 0802-2453

This issue of UFO-Norway News, expanded to 40 pages with an unchanged price, features a collection of reports and articles focusing on UFO phenomena, with a particular emphasis on sightings in Norway and the ongoing debate surrounding extraterrestrial contact.

Editorial

The editorial by Mentz Kaarbø notes the increase in pages but not price, and a decrease in the number of observation reports. However, the presence of two reports from Hessdalen offers hope for renewed activity there. The editorial highlights Mr. Odd-Gunnar Røed's visit to the UFO Conference in San Marino, where he gathered new information and met scientists, including Mr. Derrel Sims, a researcher on implants. The editorial posits that implants represent the strongest indication of physical contact in asserted fourth-degree encounters. It also mentions a Norwegian report of a possible abduction experienced in Spain, noting an increase in such reports and questioning the psychological mechanisms that might cause similar traumatic dreams if they are not real physical experiences.

Norwegian Sightings

By Odd-Gunnar Røed (pp. 4-8)

The number of reported sightings has decreased, attributed to the arrival of spring and brighter skies making observations more difficult.

• Gvarv, Telemark (Summer 1984): Three individuals observed a black, American football-shaped object, approximately 15 meters in diameter, moving slowly (20-30 km/hour) with multi-colored lights on the underside and white light on top. It disappeared behind trees after 10-15 seconds, with no sound.
• Tynset, Hedmark (1986): A strong ticking sound was heard, and a large, round globe was seen approaching from the south. It stopped, then divided into five or six smaller globes that flew in different directions. The sound subsided, and the original globe remained. The ticking sound returned, the small globes rejoined the large one, and it disappeared southwards.
• Rykende, Arendal, Aust-Agder (14 September 1991): A 16-year-old boy saw a cigar-shaped, metallic object with green lights moving steadily and humming. It disappeared behind trees about 150 meters away. His parents arrived too late to see it. Similar sightings were reported in the area the same evening.
• Storsjøen, Koppang, Hedmark (25 January 1996): A woman and her husband observed what appeared to be a large moon splitting in two, with the upper half fading and the lower half sinking behind a ridge. A bright light remained visible for some time. The editorial staff notes this as a classic example of optical illusions, explaining how atmospheric disturbances can affect the perception of celestial bodies.

Editorial Comment: These reports suggest the Hessdalen phenomenon may still be active and could return on a larger scale.

Hessdalen Phenomenon

Hessdalen, Sør-Trøndelag (23 February 1996): This report comes from Jan Baldwin and Andreas B. Olsen.

Two individuals traveled to Hessdalen to conduct observations, using maps and the Hessdalen Report for reference. At approximately 10:50 PM, they observed a blinking light above the horizon. Through a telescope, it appeared as a "pill capsule" that was initially motionless, then moved downwards at moderate speed, became stagnant, moved left, and stopped again before disappearing. The phenomenon lasted about three minutes. The object had sharp outlines illuminated from outside. They also observed other aircraft that looked different from this object. The telescope used was a 20x50 binocular.

Editorial Staff Comments: The observers provided drawings, which were similar. The report lacks information on the object's distance, which would help eliminate sources. If the drawings are accurate, the object resembled the "typical" Hessdalen phenomenon with a "cigar-like" shape.

Hessdalen, Sør-Trøndelag (12 April 1996): An observer driving through Hessdalen noticed a bright yellow object with four corners and brighter lights. The observer felt fear and increased speed, as the light seemed to follow the car, turning blue. The object disappeared when the car reached Hessdalskjølen and turned towards Vårhus. The observer estimated the object to be 800-1200 meters away and "four times bigger than Venus."

UFO Conference in San Marino

By Odd-Gunnar Røed (pp. 9-16)

This section details the fourth UFO conference, with Odd-Gunnar Røed as one of the invited lecturers. Røed met Michael Hesemann and Derrel Sims during his travel. The conference faced delays due to a car race. The event featured lectures on various topics:

• Johannes von Buttlar: Discussed the possibility of life on other planets, the age of humanity (claiming indications of humans 70 million years back), and the hypothesis that every 24th star in our galaxy has a planetary system. He also claimed to have received a document about a spaceship crash near Soccoro in May 1947, involving time travelers.
• Auguste Meessen: Lectured on "flying triangles" observed over Belgium between 1989 and 1992.
• Odd-Gunnar Røed: Spoke on lights in Hessdalen and over Arendal, and new Norwegian fourth-degree encounters. He used a cartoon to lighten the mood.
• Jamie Maussan Fluta: Presented dramatic events over Mexico, including a formation of 15-20 bright objects during a solar eclipse in 1990.
• Philip Mantle: Showed a video of the Rendlesham Forest incident (1980) and discussed efforts by British politicians and military to investigate it. A letter from Lt. Col. Charles I. Halt detailing the observation of "unusual lights" and a triangular object was included.
• Susan Mantle: Presented an autopsy movie produced by the German magazine Stern, intended to debunk the Santilli film. However, the film was criticized for its errors, potentially making the Santilli film more credible. Philip Mantle declared his conviction in the Santilli movie's authenticity.
• Michael Hesemann: Focused on the Santilli film, asserting that the cameraman's name is not "Barnett," the filming was done professionally on 16mm film, and the objects shown (clock, phone) existed in 1947.

Santilli Film Debate: The article presents Hesemann's points regarding the Santilli film, including claims about the cameraman, film format, and the existence of objects in 1947. It also mentions that some allege the film shows human tissue with "Turner's Syndrome." Dr. Detlev Bronk is mentioned in connection with debunking UFO observations. Dennis W. Murphy studied the wreckage, noting unusual "H-girders" and "boxes" that were mentally operated. The characters on the wreckage resembled ancient alphabets and had meanings like "The Journey of the Gods." The film's alleged misdating to June 1947, before the Roswell crash, is noted as potentially significant if it were a hoax. Investigations into missing microfilms from local newspapers covering the period of the alleged crash are also mentioned. An engineer from Wright Field Laboratories reportedly saw a large disc on a truck. Four witnesses claim to have seen scenes similar to the Santilli film by American military and intelligence units. Japanese researcher Joshen Takanao and Taiwanese Dr. Hoang-Yung Chiang claim to have seen the Santilli film previously through government requests and CIA visits, respectively. The article concludes that if the Santilli film is a hoax, it is the best trick of the century, and calls for serious researchers to study all available material.

Following the discussion, Mr. Santilli was criticized for his handling of the situation and declared he would no longer debate with the "UFO Community."

Mr. Røed, on his way home, saw what he believed to be a "majestic figure blinking his eye" from the clouds.

Derrel Sims, "Alienhunter" or Adventurer?

By Odd-Gunnar Røed (pp. 17-18, 23-24)

Derrel Sims is described as a controversial figure at the San Marino Conference, known for his energy and attitude. He is an educated, licensed hypnotist, a hypnotic-anesthesia doctor, and a Master-Practitioner in Neuro-Linguistic Programming. He served in the US Military Forces and was selected for CIA service, leaving after two years. Sims believes the CIA is staffed by ordinary service attendants, not spylike field agents, and points to the NSA as a place where real answers might be found.

Sims presented 12 implants removed from individuals with fourth-degree encounters. These included four small gold-spheres from a woman's eye (0.2 mm diameter, hollow, with a soft substance inside) and "peanut-like" objects from a knee, which were plastic-like and too large to have moved there naturally. A "wisdom" tooth, one of four that grew rapidly, was also displayed. Dentists' records showed no trace of these objects nine months prior.

Mr. Røed considers these implants strong evidence of physical phenomena in alleged situations. The implants are surprisingly not rejected by the body and are encased in the body's own organic substance, making them difficult to penetrate. Boron-Nitride is an element found in the implants. Sims also brought a metallic piece, allegedly from the Roswell crash, obtained from an acquaintance connected to the government. This piece showed traces of extreme heat, was light, had a good insulating quality, and could scratch glass. Provisional analysis indicated it was Boron-Nitride with a "negative valence." Cubically structured Boron-Nitride, harder than diamonds, has a melting temperature of 3,000 degrees Celsius and was officially produced starting in 1957.

The article suggests that if the Roswell piece is from 1947, further analysis of its isotopic composition is needed to determine if it is of earthly origin.

Sims' role involves using hypnosis to help patients reveal circumstances of implantation. He claims to be an abductee himself, having been abducted 10 times, and is dedicated to solving these mysteries. He expressed a desire to visit Norway and give a lecture.

An Encounter with Mimi Hynek

By Odd-Gunnar Røed (p. 30)

During the UFO conference in San Marino, Mr. Røed met Mimi Hynek, widow of J. Allen Hynek. The conference was held in memory of Mr. Hynek, but Mrs. Hynek preferred not to be in the "limelight." Her husband was involved in the PROJECT HESSDALEN in Norway, and she recognized Mr. Røed from previous occasions.

Surgery of Possible Extra-Terrestrial Implantation

By Dr. Roger K. Leir (pp. 27-30)

This article discusses the growing influence of "new matter" in UFO debates, specifically reports of surgical operations removing unusual extraneous objects from individuals claiming "Close Encounter" experiences. Dr. Leir, who has performed such an operation, notes the demand for "hard evidence" from scientists like Carl Sagan, who are skeptical. Dr. Leir sarcastically remarks that such scientists would require a complete extraterrestrial spacecraft with a pilot to accept the idea.

Dr. Leir attended the "UFO Expo West" in South California in June 1995, where he met Dr. Derrel Sims. Sims showed Dr. Leir x-ray pictures of a foot belonging to a person with a CE-IV experience. Dr. Leir, experienced with x-rays, confirmed an extraneous object in the foot.

Arrangements were made for surgery. During this process, Mr. Sims presented similar x-rays of another person's hand. On August 19, 1995, two operations were performed. In the first patient's big toe, a dark gray, triangular or star-shaped object, about five millimeters in diameter, was found. It was covered by a membrane that was difficult to remove. Another smaller object (2-4 mm), resembling a cantaloupe seed, was found on the other side of the toe. The patient experienced strong pain when the objects were touched. Similar reactions were noted in the second patient with an object in the hand.

The examinations of the objects were ongoing at the time of writing. The membrane was removed, revealing a black, shining metal core. The objects showed magnetic properties. Under ultra-violet light, the membranes fluoresced green, a color similar to that observed on the skin of persons claiming close encounters. There were no signs of inflammation, which is unusual for foreign matter in the body.

Both Mr. Sims and Dr. Leir plan to continue this work and prepare a scientific paper. A video of the surgery is also available.

Astronomers and the UFO-Phenomenon

By Finn W. Kalvik (pp. 32-34)

This article responds to an article in the Norwegian newspaper Aftenposten by Professor Kaare Aksnes, who asserted that no professional astronomers have registered UFOs. Kalvik calls this assertion "nonsense."

The article cites historical examples:

• Jose A.Y. Bonilla (1883): Famous for photographs of objects crossing the solar surface, counting 283 objects in two hours.
• E.W. Saunders (17 November 1882): Described a "peculiar Guest in the Skies," a torpedo-shaped object.

Other astronomers mentioned include Frank Halstead, Clyde Tombaugh, and Percy Wilkins. In Australia in 1963, three astronomers, including Bart J. Bok, reported a similar sighting. By 1965, about 30 astronomers had reported unidentified flying objects, with the number believed to be higher by 1996.

Connection to Aftenposten: An article by Ole Jonny Brænne (published in Aftenposten in December 1995) answers Professor Aksnes' chronicle. Brænne mentions the mysterious object discovered in solar orbit in December 1991, designated 1991 VG, which remained unidentified. He also refers to NORAD's radar network for satellite surveillance, noting that the information is available for a fee.

Possible CE-IV in Granollers, Spain

By Mentz Kaarbø (pp. 34-36)

This article details a close encounter experienced by a young Norwegian girl in Spain in the summer of 1991. The account is based on a non-hypnotic regression conducted a few years later. The observation itself was previously mentioned in UFO no. 2 1994.

The girl and her sister, along with their parents, were traveling north-east of Barcelona when an object was observed "hanging" above their car. The girl felt a telepathic contact and asked if she could visit the craft. She remembered seeing two beings looking down. She was told she could visit but her safe return was not guaranteed. She decided to stay in the car.

About six months later, both sisters experienced a similar dream of lying naked on a table with three or four beings nearby, one inserting a thin tube near an ovary. A doctor's examination suggested pregnancy or abortion, which the girl denied. The article promises to continue with details of the conversation during the regression in the next issue.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue include the ongoing mystery of the Hessdalen phenomenon, the search for physical evidence of extraterrestrial contact through implants, and the reporting of various UFO sightings in Norway and abroad. The magazine also engages with the scientific community by discussing astronomical perspectives and challenging skeptical viewpoints. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry, seeking credible evidence while acknowledging the possibility of misinterpretation and optical illusions. The emphasis on implants as potential "hard evidence" and the detailed reporting of conference proceedings suggest a focus on advancing the study of UFO phenomena beyond anecdotal accounts.