UFO-Nytt - 1985 No 3

Magazine Overview

Title: VÄSTERBERGSLAGENS UFO NYTT
Issue: Nr 3, 1985
Publisher: Västerbergslagens UFO-förening
Country: Sweden
Language: Swedish

This issue of UFO-NYTT, the magazine for members of the Västerbergslagens UFO-förening, is dedicated to the significant UFO wave that swept through Dalarna in January 1985. The publication comes out four times a year.

From the Editors

The editorial team welcomes readers back from their summer holidays, hoping they are rested and tanned. They express hope for clear, cloudless evenings to observe the skies. This particular issue is largely comprised of reports from January 1985, during the major UFO wave that affected Dalarna. It also includes an article discussing the phenomenon of alien abductions and the reasons behind them. A detailed report is provided by the investigation group following their trip to Hessdalen.

Readers are encouraged to report any strange sightings in the sky by contacting the investigation group at 0240/79146 or 0240/80082. Those wishing to contribute articles, stories, or information related to the UFO field are invited to write to the Västerbergslagens UFO-förening at Box 71, 771 01 Ludvika. The editors also urge readers to spread the word about the magazine and consider gifting a subscription as a Christmas present.

The editorial team consists of Bernt Berglund, Monica Eriksson, and Ingvar Kjällving. Membership for 1986 is priced at 40 kronor, with a reduced rate of 25 kronor for individuals under 16 years old. The postal address is Box 71, 771 00 Ludvika.

Investigation Group's Hessdalen Trip No. 2

The report details a second trip by the investigation group to Hessdalen, Norway, undertaken on May 9-12, 1985. The group, consisting of Gudrun Andersson, Johan Kinneryd, Börje Eggestad, Conny Persson, and Gunnar Senbom (accompanied by his dog Nicole), aimed to observe UFO phenomena. They rented a bus and a cabin, facing challenging conditions due to late spring snow and difficult terrain.

Thursday, May 9th: The journey began with high spirits. Upon arrival in Hessdalen around 10 PM, they found significant snow cover. The group struggled to reach their rented cabin due to the snow, with one member, Gunnar Senbom, opting to camp with his dog. After a difficult trek, they finally found their cabin late at night. While relaxing, Gudrun Andersson reported seeing a light streak across the sky, but it was too fast to identify.

Friday, May 10th: The day started with clear skies. The group attempted to contact Gunnar Senbom without success. They spent the day resting and exploring the vicinity of their cabin. They discovered mice had been eating their crispbread and read a guestbook that noted visits from various UFO organizations. As evening approached, the sky became overcast, raising concerns about visibility. They managed to observe from a viewpoint about 150 meters from the cabin but saw no UFOs. They stayed out until about 1:30 AM before deciding to descend the mountain the next morning due to the worsening weather and melting snow.

Saturday, May 11th: Waking up at 6 AM, they packed up quickly. The snow was not as hard as hoped, and they encountered significant waterlogged areas. Using planks borrowed from a nearby cabin, they managed to cross the difficult terrain. The descent was as time-consuming as the ascent. After changing into dry clothes, they paid their host, Lars Lillewold, who showed them photos taken by Alan Hynek during his January visit. They then visited a local shop for supplies before returning to Aspåskjölen to check on Gunnar Senbom. He had not seen any UFOs but had set up eight cameras. The group also met the Aspås family, who reported seeing a silver, gleaming object in daylight on Good Friday.

Sunday, May 12th: The group woke to sunshine and warmer temperatures. They packed up and met the others, who were also disappointed about not seeing any UFOs. However, they did observe a light in the sky around 1 AM that resembled a satellite but flew lower than usual. The journey home was tiring due to the heat in the bus. As they traveled south, the spring scenery became more apparent, with green lawns and blooming flowers, bringing a sense of relief upon returning home.

Events from the UFO Wave in January

This section, authored by Johan Kinneryd, details several UFO incidents reported in Dalarna during January 1985.

January 9th: This date saw a significant increase in UFO reports. Two girls in Mockfjärd reported seeing a red ball of light. Around the same time, three employees of the Dala-Demokraten newspaper independently observed strange lights. Rune Österlund, a photographer, witnessed a powerful light near Falun that he initially thought was a new aircraft. He stopped to photograph it but found the traffic heavy. As he got closer, the light appeared stationary and then vanished with a hissing sound. He found it strange that no other cars stopped despite the bright light. The next day, he saw a similar light and managed to take a photograph, which was later published in Dala-Demokraten and sold to the USA. The photo, taken at 1/60 sec with an aperture of 4, is described as a heavily enlarged copy from the negative.

January 13th: Benny Söderkvist reported a strange encounter while staying alone in a cabin by Lake Mellanvalsan. His wife called to report seeing an object shaped like half an egg. Söderkvist went outside and saw the object, described as egg-shaped with the bottom cut off, hovering over the trees. Four strong spotlights on the underside emitted a white light. As the object moved over the cabin, the electricity went out, clocks stopped, and the radio and police radio emitted static. This sequence repeated three times. The object was silver-colored and emitted a loud hissing sound. The spectacle lasted about five hours before the object sped off eastward, changing shape to resemble a fluorescent tube.

The report notes that these incidents include classic UFO encounter details, such as electromagnetic interference with radios and power grids, and the tendency for UFOs to appear near power lines. The hissing sound is also a recurring report.

January 16th: Göran Söderlund from Falun observed a silver or aluminum-colored object resembling an airplane body without wings, moving slowly from the north. A strong lamp on the rear illuminated the object. He estimated its size at 15-20 meters and its distance at 1 km. The object suddenly disappeared. A quarter of an hour later, a beam of light shot straight up into the sky from the spot where the object had vanished, lasting 3-4 seconds.

Report from the Investigation Group on UFO Phenomena in Dalarna, January 1985

This section summarizes the findings of the investigation group regarding the UFO events in Dalarna during January 1985. The Dala-Demokraten newspaper received numerous reports of unexplained light phenomena, which were extensively covered in the press. The investigation group has collected 51 reports from January, with 15 occurring between 4:45 PM and 9:30 PM, indicating a significant number of sightings during this period.

Reports varied, with some describing red balls, strong spotlights, and light spheres, while only one witness reported a disc-shaped object. The mass of reports remains unexplained, although some individual sightings have been accounted for.

After January 16th, the number of reports decreased, possibly due to worsening weather conditions and increased cloud cover. The investigation group's work is ongoing, with the data collection phase complete and reports being evaluated. The current investigation comprises 88 pages, and the data is being processed for the UFO-Sverige computer. A final report is expected in the future.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are UFO sightings, the investigation of these phenomena, and the specific UFO wave that occurred in Dalarna in January 1985. The magazine also touches upon the topic of alien abductions. The editorial stance is one of open inquiry, encouraging the reporting of sightings and actively investigating them. The publication serves as a platform for sharing information and experiences among UFO enthusiasts within the Västerbergslagens UFO-förening.

This issue of FSR (Vol. 30, 1984) focuses on two main topics: a detailed account of a UFO abduction case in Botucatú, Brazil, and an article about Halley's Comet. The magazine is published in Swedish.

Abduction at Botucatú

The issue begins by recalling past UFO reports from Botucatú, Brazil, which often involved hospitals and hospital staff. The featured case concerns João Valèrio da Silva, a 38-year-old hospital attendant, married with three children. The report is based on information gathered by Dr. Luciano Stancka e Silva, who has lived and worked in the Botucatú region for ten years and was one of the first to see Valèrio after the incident.

The Abduction

On the night of November 29, 1982, around 1:50 AM, João Valèrio da Silva experienced sudden stomach pain. While getting water from the kitchen, he heard a sound like a Volkswagen idling. Turning around, he was blinded by a strong light, revealing a platform or elevator with a human-like figure. He was brought onto the platform, which then ascended to a small 'vestibule' containing several beings. Valèrio described these beings as approximately 1.90 meters tall, wearing tight-fitting overalls with openings only for eyes and mouth, and wearing mittens. He noted they spoke in a tone unlike human voices, though he couldn't understand the language. He was seated on a bench, feeling terrified. The room was brightly lit, but the source of the light was indiscernible.

The Woman

After the two beings conversed, they left the room, seemingly passing through the wall. A few minutes later, a woman entered through the same wall. She was described as dark-skinned, around 20 years old, beautiful, with long black hair reaching her shoulders, and completely naked. Valèrio became more frightened upon seeing her, as he didn't know where he was or how he got there. He observed that she appeared to be a normal woman with normal physical characteristics and was very attractive. She picked up a 'Y-shaped' object and then touched his left cheek with her right hand, at which point he lost consciousness and remembers nothing further.

Found by His Family

Around 5:00 AM, Valèrio's wife and 20-year-old daughter found him lying on his back, unconscious, about 4 meters from the kitchen sink. He was completely naked, though he had been wearing shorts, a shirt, slippers, and a watch. His clothes were found neatly stacked beside him, including shorts soaked in oil, and his watch had stopped at 4:20 AM. The family managed to get him inside, and he was given a warm shower to remove the oil and warm him up. He gradually regained consciousness, appearing severely shocked, and felt a strong need to recount his experience. He was taken to a local radio station where his injuries were examined.

Medical Examination and Dr. Luciano's Report

Doctors could not determine how the marks on his face were sustained. They also found marks on his penis. The following day, João was examined by Dr. Luciano and another doctor, who noted that the chest marks, unlike normal injuries, had not healed. They also observed a ring of bruises around these marks. Dr. Luciano and a colleague visited the site where Valèrio was found and observed that the leaves on a nearby tree were burnt, particularly at the top. An agronomist consulted suggested that a normal fire could not have caused such damage.

Press Coverage

Following the incident, Botucatú was inundated with press, who allegedly distorted Valèrio's account. He was taken to São Paulo for a TV program, after which he returned home. Dr. Luciano later met with Valèrio again and was surprised to find the chest marks still present after 15 days, prompting him to investigate Valèrio's background. Valèrio was described as a religious, non-drinking man with no prior interest in UFOs, who was deeply affected by the experience.

Poltergeist Phenomena in the House

Dr. Luciano's investigation revealed that in November 1982, before the abduction, poltergeist phenomena had occurred in Valèrio's house. These included the spontaneous ignition of all gas flames in the kitchen and oven, and a remarkable incident where a pot lid lifted from a boiling pot, inverted itself, and was then placed back down. These phenomena ceased after Valèrio's abduction.

Dr. Luciano's Conclusions

Dr. Luciano's initial doubt about Valèrio's story was dispelled when he confirmed a water supply interruption on the night of the incident, explaining why the kitchen tap was dry. He concluded that Valèrio's detailed account and the visible distress of him and his family made it highly unlikely he fabricated the story. The physical evidence, including the marks, the burnt tree, and the oil-soaked shorts, strongly suggested that something extraordinary had occurred.

Further Developments

Dr. Luciano mentioned that Valèrio continued to report interesting experiences involving UFOs and other parapsychological phenomena, including claims of being abducted multiple times and developing healing abilities. Dr. Luciano suggested these might be 'personality changes' resulting from the abduction experience. The oil-soaked shorts sent for analysis were reported as 'lost' by the police.

Editor's Comment

The editor notes similarities between this abduction case and the famous A.V.3. case, particularly the blinding light and interior craft illumination, but also differences, such as the height of the beings (Valèrio's abductors were around 1.90m, while A.V.3.'s were around 1.55m and his 'girlfriend' 1.35m). The editor also touches upon the common explanation of poltergeist phenomena being linked to adolescents, noting Valèrio has a 20-year-old daughter and a 15-year-old son.

Halley's Comet: The First Picture

This section features the first image of Halley's Comet, taken by a Japanese amateur astronomer. It highlights that the comet, named after astronomer Edmund Halley, will be thoroughly investigated by four space probes: two Soviet, one Japanese, and the European probe Giotto. Giotto will approach within 500 kilometers but has a limited time frame due to the risk of damage from dust particles traveling at high speeds. The article mentions the comet's historical association with predictions of doomsday but assures it is harmless. Halley's Comet appears every 76 years, with the last sighting in 1910. It will be most visible in the Southern Hemisphere but can be seen in Sweden with a telescope, appearing closest to Earth in April.

Follower "Abductors" - A Special Pattern? Reflections and Discoveries Around a Perplexing Phenomenon

This article by Dr. Leo Sprinkle discusses patterns observed in abduction cases. He notes that abductees typically belong to a specific group: young, healthy, 'simple' individuals, mostly male, who did not previously believe in UFOs. Excluded are often bishops, high-ranking military, politicians, and scientists. Secondly, abductees begin to exhibit paranormal abilities, possibly latent before the experience. The 'chicken and egg' question arises: were they chosen for this ability, or did the ability develop after abduction? Thirdly, abductees often have a subconscious 'order' to do something, the nature of which they cannot recall, even under hypnosis. Dr. Sprinkle views these abductees as becoming 'cosmic citizens,' a perspective he shares with reservation.

The Case of Próspera Muñoz

The author is currently working on the case of Próspera Muñoz from Gerona, Spain, who, after 30 years of suppressed memories, is beginning to recall an encounter with extraterrestrials and an abduction experienced at age 7-8. Reading about a similar case triggered these memories. FSR previously published an article on this case, and the author is preparing another. Despite attempts to hypnotize her, the 'blockage' in her memory remained.

A Case in Focus: Aldershot

An article describes a 77-year-old man fishing near Aldershot who was invited aboard a craft by two alien beings but was rejected because he was 'too old and frail for their purposes.' The author contrasts this with cases involving younger individuals, listing Barney and Betty Hill, Armando Valdésj, Antonio Villas Boas, Dionisso Llanca, the Aveley abduction, Fortunato Zanfretta, José Antônio da Silva, Herb Schirmer, and Julio F.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The issue consistently explores the theme of UFO abductions, presenting detailed case studies with medical and psychological analyses. It highlights the potential for abductees to develop new abilities and the challenges in fully understanding these phenomena. The magazine also covers scientific endeavors, such as the investigation of Halley's Comet, suggesting an interest in both the unexplained and the scientifically observable. The editorial stance appears to be one of serious investigation into UFO and paranormal phenomena, presenting evidence and expert opinions while acknowledging the complexities and unanswered questions.

This issue of FSR, identified as issue number 22, dated July 31, 1985, delves into the complex and often unsettling world of UFO phenomena, alien abductions, and potential extraterrestrial communication. The content is primarily in Swedish, with a focus on interpretations and theories surrounding these topics.

What is Happening?

The article "VAD ÄR DET SOM PÅGÅR?" (What is Happening?) explores the implications of alien abductions. It references Dr. James Harber, a professor of mechanical engineering at the University of California, Berkeley, who suggests that "alien psychologists" are among us, dissecting creatures and kidnapping humans. The article poses questions about their intentions: to create 'cosmic' citizens, establish a 'fifth column,' or imprint information into humans. Bill Hermonn, an American who claims to have been abducted multiple times, speaks of an "imprinting room" where he was placed on a table.

The Message

"BUDSKAP ET" (The Message) discusses the messages received from these abduction cases. Don Elkins and Carle Rycckert, after studying hundreds of messages over a 25-year period from abductees and other contacts, have identified a clear pattern. The article recounts an incident where Julo F. telepathically asked one of his abductors why they contacted ignorant individuals instead of scientists. The alien response was cryptic: "The most prominent of your scientists do not even reach your toes in terms of knowledge, compared to our worst technicians."

The author reflects on the mystery, wondering how many abductees, including those unaware of their experiences, might be among us, possibly far more than we can imagine.

Publisher's Comment

The "UTGIVARENS KOMMENTAR" (Publisher's Comment) section features the editor's thoughts. The editor acknowledges the work of American investigator Budd Hopkins and his book "Missing Time," suggesting it offers a possible, though not entirely indisputable, answer to these questions. While respecting his Spanish colleague Antonio Ribera, the editor expresses more reservations about the subject matter than Ribera himself. The editor contemplates a future scenario where humanity might be 'picked up,' examined, and programmed, with their work concluded when no readers of FSR can be found after ten years. The comment concludes with a somber observation that while people may appear physically the same (HOMO SAPIENS), their inner qualities might have diminished.

Mysterious Points of Light - Was it a UFO?

This section details a specific sighting: "Mystiska ljuspunkter - var det UFO?" (Mysterious Points of Light - Was it a UFO?). Björn Ljunggren and his partner reported seeing three points of light, resembling stars, low on the horizon near Siljansnäs camping on a Saturday night. The middle light grew larger, exploded, and a dust cloud formed. Shortly after, the upper point shot upwards, and the lower one downwards. Ljunggren dismisses the idea of a meteor shower, noting the lights did not streak and were not as bright as stars. He questions if it was a natural phenomenon or a UFO. The report mentions that similar lights were seen across central Sweden that night, with Gudrun Andersson from Västerbergslagens UFO-förening receiving three reports. While unable to provide a definitive explanation, she suggests it might have been a rocket launch. Andersson also advises caution regarding unnecessary reports, noting that many people have mistaken the planet Venus, which is currently very visible in the southwest, for UFOs. She describes Venus as a large, bright planet, about the size of a caraway seed.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue revolve around the unexplained phenomena of alien abductions, the nature of extraterrestrial intelligence and communication, and the interpretation of UFO sightings. The editorial stance appears to be one of cautious inquiry, acknowledging the existence of these phenomena and the theories surrounding them, while also expressing reservations and encouraging critical observation. The publisher's comment, in particular, hints at a potentially bleak future where humanity's inner qualities may have been compromised by external influences, possibly extraterrestrial ones.