UFO-Nytt - 1993 No 4

Magazine Overview

Title: UFO-nytt
Issue: Nr 4
Year: 1993
Publisher: Västerbergslagens UFO-förening
Type: Member magazine
Frequency: 4 times per year

Contents Overview

This issue of UFO-nytt, published in 1993, features several articles and reports related to UFO phenomena and investigations. The magazine serves as a member publication for the Västerbergslagens UFO-förening.

Key Articles and Reports:

• "20 års aktivt UFO arbete." (20 Years of Active UFO Work) by Gudrun: This personal reflection details the author's 20-year involvement with UFO research. Initially, the interest was driven by thoughts of aliens and a sense of wonder. Over the last 10 years, the approach has become more serious and investigative, exploring various theories. The author notes a decrease in active members over time and calls for members to attend the annual meeting to discuss the future of the association (VBU).

• "Bortrövandet längs floden Allagash." (The Abduction Along the Allagash River) by Raymond E. Fowler, translated by Mårten J. Stenmark: This is a detailed account of an alleged UFO abduction incident that occurred on the night of August 26, 1976, involving four art students camping along the Allagash River in Northern Maine. The witnesses, Jack and Jim Weiner, Charlie Folts, and Chuck Pak, reported seeing a large, glowing, oval object emitting a light beam. They described the object moving towards their canoe and then towards their campsite. The article details their fear, the rapid burning of their campfire, and a period of missing time. Subsequent hypnosis sessions revealed more details about the encounter, including being taken aboard a UFO and subjected to examinations. The report highlights the physical evidence found, such as burn marks, and the psychological impact on the witnesses. The investigation was conducted by MUFON and involved extensive interviews and hypnosis sessions over 24 months, leading to a 10-volume report and a book by Time-Life.

• "Jag fick besök av rymdvarelser!" (I Had Visitors from Aliens!) by Alan Hilton: This article features Alan Hilton, described as a leading ufologist from England, who recounts an encounter with extraterrestrials. These beings, who called themselves Peter Dankin and Neil, claimed to be from the planet Ionunca, near the Zeta Reticuli star system. They explained their use of 'black holes' for space travel. Hilton states that these beings were friendly and visited him because his house was located over a significant point in a secret energy field that was threatened by a planned highway construction. They intended to relocate a 'node' under his house. The article also mentions Hilton's collection of UFO-related artifacts, including a model of a spaceship and a battery from a spacecraft, and references other ufologists like Adamski.

• "Undersökningsgruppen." (The Investigation Group): This section likely refers to the investigation into the Allagash River abduction case, detailing the methodology used, including interviews, psychological profiling, and hypnosis. It emphasizes the thoroughness of the investigation, which spanned 14 months and resulted in a comprehensive report.

• "Nej, Ett ryskt flygande tefat." (No, A Russian Flying Saucer): This is a brief mention, likely a short report or news clipping, about a Russian flying saucer. No further details are provided in the scanned pages.

• "Stanley Ingram och Plantos spelen." (Stanley Ingram and Plantos Play): This is a brief mention, possibly a short article or news item. The context is unclear from the provided scans.

• "Rymdvarelserna stal mitt ansikte." (The Aliens Stole My Face): This is a title suggesting a personal account of an alien encounter, possibly involving a strange or disturbing experience. No content is visible in the scanned pages.

• "Det finns dinosaurier på Mars." (There are Dinosaurs on Mars): This title indicates a speculative or theoretical article about the possibility of dinosaurs on Mars. No content is visible in the scanned pages.

• "Urklipp" (Clipping): This section likely contains various clippings or short news items related to UFOs.

Other Features:

• Subscription Appeal: A Christmas-themed illustration with Santa Claus encourages readers to subscribe to UFO-Nytt as a gift. There is also a general call for contributions (articles, clippings, drawings, etc.) from members.
• Contact Information: A phone number (0240-79135) is provided for reporting events.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine's stance is clearly pro-UFO investigation and belief in extraterrestrial phenomena. The detailed reporting of the Allagash abduction case, including the use of hypnosis and the emphasis on physical evidence, suggests a commitment to rigorous, albeit unconventional, research methods. The inclusion of personal accounts from ufologists like Alan Hilton and members like Gudrun highlights the community aspect of the organization. The editorial tone encourages active participation and contribution from its members, fostering a sense of shared inquiry into the unexplained.

Title: UFO-Aktuellt
Issue: 1993-04
Volume: 1993
Date: April 1993
Publisher: UFO-Sverige
Country: Sweden
Language: Swedish
ISSN: 0284-6605
Price: 35 kr

This issue of UFO-Aktuellt, published by UFO-Sverige, focuses on various UFO sightings and alleged alien encounters from Sweden and internationally. The cover features a dramatic headline, "I dag ska jorden gå under" (Today the Earth will end), alongside an image of a flying saucer, suggesting a theme of impending extraterrestrial events or significant discoveries.

Article Summaries

John's Spaceship Encounter

The issue opens with a personal account from John, who claims his car was pulled into a spaceship while he was driving in the wrong direction. His family was reportedly examined by the visitors. A small battery, supposedly from the spaceship's light ramp, was later found in the car. The origin of this battery and its purpose remain a mystery, with the suggestion that it might be a clue left for them.

UFO-Sverige Investigation Group

This section highlights the work of the UFO-Sverige rapportcentral, praising the efforts of Kurt and Berit. It acknowledges the demanding nature of their work, which involves constant availability. The article notes that new individuals have taken over their roles, and expresses hope that Kurt and Berit will continue to contribute to the field. The report also mentions receiving new reports, including an interesting incident from Lars Andersson in Grängesberg on October 22nd. Conny and Ingmari were dispatched to Borlänge and Dalarna, and later an incident was reported in Orsa, for which they received positive feedback.

Recent UFO Reports from Sweden

Dyviken Sighting (July 20, 1993): Magnus Malm and a friend were UFO-spotting when Magnus saw a moving star. He described the object as emitting light that shone back, then making a turn around a star before stopping. The object's color changed from blue to red, and its light emission was yellow. Gudrun Andersson handled this report.

Orsa Sighting (September 20, 1993): Anna Agerberg reported waking up with a headache and observing an object in the sky that was not an airplane. She noted its blinding light and minimal movement. Gudrun Andersson also handled this report. Follow-up indicated the witness was reliable, and this sighting was potentially linked to crop circles found in Orsa, though the circles were later deemed fake.

Smedjebacken Report (October 27): This report was initially identified as a plane but was later clarified. The article emphasizes the importance of verifying observations from different angles and times.

Russian Flying Saucer Prototype

An article titled "NEJ, ETT RYSKT FLYGANDE TEFAT!" (No, a Russian Flying Saucer!) discusses a prototype flying saucer developed by the Moscow Aviation Institute, named "Rossiya." This craft is intended for transporting extremely heavy objects, assisting in construction, and for evacuation missions or projects in remote areas like Siberia. The "tefat" is described as having a diameter of 200 meters and a height of 70 meters, with a top speed of 220 km/h and a range of 4000 kilometers. It can lift loads of 200 tons. The article humorously suggests that future UFO visitations might actually be Russian craft.

Stanley Ingram and the CE-4 Cases

This lengthy section, written by Don Warley and translated by Mårten Stenmark, details a series of alleged UFO encounters and abductions in southern Tennessee between 1973 and 1977, primarily involving Stanley Ingram and his 14-year-old daughter, Becky.

Initial Encounters: The events began when Stanley and Becky started looking for UFOs from a fire watchtower. They later attended a meeting with David Swanner, who had previously reported "voices in the head" and an abduction. The voices directed Becky to a school football field for a meeting.

The Abduction: Inside a craft, Becky encountered two beings, described as short with dark eyes, slender figures, and thin necks, who identified themselves as "Alton" and "Fombo" from the planet Plantos. They assured her she would not be harmed. The room was black and white with a console and spinning chairs. Becky was placed on a bed-like surface and examined with a hand-like device.

Aftermath and Further Abductions: Becky felt weak and tired for weeks, experiencing frequent urination. Both Becky and Swanner were reportedly abducted again, with fragmented memories of flying over cities and possibly Hawaii. These "memory images" were believed to be implanted by the aliens to conceal their activities.

Clock Malfunctions and Formula: Swanner's watch stopped, and a new one also malfunctioned. Stanley's watch, borrowed by Swanner, also stopped but later worked again after the aliens reportedly confirmed it. Swanner received messages for Stanley, but attempts to follow up were unsuccessful. Information about earthquakes was reportedly shown to Swanner on a map. In a later incident, Swanner was given the formula for the UFO's propulsion system, which Stanley secured.

The Offer and Threats: In June 1974, Swanner was stopped by a large black car and offered 500,000 for the formula. He refused, and the individuals left. These beings were described as 30-40 years old with round, dark faces, slanted eyes, and an oriental appearance.

Physical Violence: On February 5, 1975, Becky was stopped by a car with four armed men who demanded the formula. Becky was reportedly beaten. Her father and neighbors searched the area but found nothing.

Stanley's Motivation and Death: Despite the failures and ridicule, Stanley continued his efforts to understand the events. The author speculates that his intense efforts contributed to his early death from a heart attack in 1982.

Gloria Garcia's Face Removal

This article recounts the story of Gloria Garcia from Belo Horizonte, Brazil, who in 1990 allegedly had her face removed by aliens during an abduction. She described being taken aboard a saucer-like UFO and waking up on an examination table in a cold, lit room. She encountered frightening beings with long noses who spoke an unintelligible language. A machine lowered from the ceiling, and a beam of red light from a strange flashlight was directed at her face, causing her to scream in pain. She lost consciousness and woke up in a field near her home, discovering her face was missing.

Medical and Police Involvement: Doctors and police confirmed that Gloria's face had been cut off, though they could not definitively confirm alien involvement. Her doctor, Jaime Santiago Ramos, noted her severe shock and the difficulty in giving her a new face. Gloria's condition and the trauma led to her withdrawal from the world.

Investigation and Legacy: UFO researcher Francisko Barros investigated the incident but found no concrete evidence to confirm or deny Gloria's story. The military reportedly interviewed Gloria but refused to disclose details. The article notes that Gloria eventually came to view the event as a "message and a test from God." Her suffering ended when she died in a car accident on April 3rd of the previous year.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently reports on UFO sightings and alleged alien encounters, presenting these accounts with a degree of seriousness and encouraging further investigation. There is an underlying theme of mystery and the unknown, with a focus on unexplained phenomena and the potential for extraterrestrial contact. The editorial stance appears to be one of open-mindedness towards UFO phenomena, while also acknowledging the need for critical evaluation and verification of reports, as seen in the Smedjebacken case where a sighting was initially mistaken for a plane. The publication also highlights the efforts of UFO research organizations like UFO-Sverige, emphasizing their dedication and the challenges they face.

This issue of the magazine, identified as issue number 20 and volume 21, with a publication date of February 24, 1991, by publisher ARBETET, focuses on sensational claims and intriguing mysteries. The cover boldly proclaims "DET FINNS DINOSAURIER PÅ MARS!" (There are dinosaurs on Mars!), with a defiant subtitle "TROT OM NI VILL!!" (Believe it or not!!).

Dinosaurs on Mars: A NASA Cover-Up?

The lead article details the assertion by researcher Marcel Bischof that NASA has been hiding secret photographs taken by the Viking 1 probe in 1976, which allegedly reveal a herd of reptilian creatures on Mars that strongly resemble dinosaurs. Bischof claims to have received this information from an anonymous NASA source. He describes the photographs as showing creatures "surprisingly similar to the dinosaurs that once roamed our own planet." He labels this as "history's worst cover-up," accusing NASA of withholding information about life on Mars for sixteen years. Bischof believes NASA will eventually be forced to reveal its archives. While NASA neither confirms nor denies the report, they stated that even if such photographs exist, they would not be distributed in the near future. The secret NASA documents reportedly describe Mars as "a planet with life, reminiscent of the animal and plant life we had on Earth 65 million years ago, i.e., dinosaurs and other primitive life forms." The documents also warn that the information must be kept secret to avoid "panic." Bischof emphasizes that "The pictures speak for themselves. We are not alone in the universe and we have probably never been. We are just one of many life forms and perhaps not as important as we thought." He criticizes NASA for not believing "ordinary people" are strong enough to handle the truth. French astronomer Marc Gillian is quoted as saying Bischof's report is "a light in the dark tunnel that NASA has always preferred to work in." Kenneth Lee and Christine Lindsjöö are credited as the authors of this section, with a concluding remark that "USA's government and NASA treat us like children... But important things like these cannot be kept secret forever. The truth always comes out, even if it sometimes takes years."

Two images are included: one with a pointer indicating the area on Mars where the alleged dinosaur photographs were taken, and another showing what is described as "Martian dinosaurs reminiscent of the reptiles that existed on Earth hundreds of millions of years ago."

UFOs: A Warning from Extraterrestrials

Another section discusses the belief, espoused by chemist Stanton Friedman, that highly developed extraterrestrial civilizations are visiting Earth in electromagnetic craft, some of which have crashed and been secretly recovered by the military. Friedman suggests that "Whoever can build their own flying saucers will rule the world." According to information allegedly provided by extraterrestrials to contact persons, they wish to warn humanity about nuclear bombings and other "insane actions" that threaten Earth's destruction due to humanity's "ethically-social underdevelopment in the atomic age." The message highlights that instead of goodwill and understanding, humanity is ruled by hate, fear, selfishness, and greed. The extraterrestrials, however, do not want this truth to become public, fearing the loss of their privileges. A "massive cover-up operation" is said to be underway to deceive the public. The author, who has written a book titled "The Hidden Truth about UFOs," claims to reveal facts and evidence supporting these claims, noting that many people dismiss such information as "nonsense."

Mysterious Signals from Space

Researchers at NASA have detected a mysterious source of X-ray and gamma radiation in the constellation Perseus. This radiation is puzzling because it originates from a location where no known source of such radiation exists. Neil Gehrels from the research institute Greenbelt, collaborating with NASA, stated that the radiation source is unlike anything previously known. The signals were first detected by NASA's "Compton Gamma Ray" satellite.

World News Round-up

Mysterious Encounter in Russia

Two "snowmen" reportedly broke into barracks for construction workers in Kargupol, northern Russia. One was two meters tall, the other smaller. Fur tufts were found, suggesting they climbed over a barbed wire fence. This was reportedly the third such incident involving these "hairy creatures."

The Age of the Sphinx

An American geologist from Boston has proposed that the Great Sphinx of Giza, Egypt, might be significantly older than the commonly accepted 4,500 years. Based on weathering patterns, the geologist suggests the front section, excluding the head and paws, could date from between 7000 and 5000 BC. This challenges the prevailing view that the Sphinx was carved during the reign of Pharaoh Khafre around 2500 BC.

Heart-Sick Lizards?

Chinese scientists at a research institute in Guiyang have found dinosaur eggs with a magnesium content 30 times lower than normal. They hypothesize that magnesium deficiency may have caused heart disease in dinosaurs, leading to their extinction 70 million years ago. The exact cause of the magnesium deficiency remains unknown, but researchers speculate it may be linked to changes in the dinosaurs' environment.

Geological Mysteries: Blå Jungfrun

The article "Häxorna bor på världens äldsta berg?" (Are witches on the world's oldest mountain?) questions whether Blå Jungfrun in Kalmarsund, Sweden, could be the world's oldest mountain. The island's rock formation is over 570 million years old, making it the oldest known rock of its kind. The main debate is whether its height of 86.5 meters above sea level qualifies it as a "mountain." State geologist Leif Carserud and Professor Jan Bergström from the Swedish Museum of Natural History are convinced of its status. They compare it to younger mountain ranges like the Alps and Himalayas. Ayers Rock in Australia is mentioned as a similar geological formation, but it is millions of years younger. While older rock formations exist, they do not qualify as mountains. The article notes that Blå Jungfrun is also known as a home for witches and suggests it deserves a mention in the record books.

Personal Anecdote

A short, humorous anecdote titled "Prästens lilla kråka" (The priest's little crow) describes a seer named Sören Lindell observing a situation where no one was available to drive a priest's crow, humorously suggesting it might be easier if it were a "socialist container."

Editorial Message

The issue concludes with a festive message from the editorial staff: "REDAKTIONEN ÖNSKAR ALLA MEDLEMMAR ETT GOTT SLUT PÅ ÅRET OCH EN RIKTIGT GOD JUL ,,," (The editorial staff wishes all members a good end to the year and a very Merry Christmas,,,).

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

This issue leans heavily into sensational claims and speculative theories, particularly concerning extraterrestrial life and ancient mysteries. The editorial stance appears to favor exploring unconventional ideas, such as dinosaurs on Mars and UFOs as messengers, while also engaging with scientific and geological curiosities like the age of Blå Jungfrun and the Sphinx, and potential causes for dinosaur extinction. There's a clear theme of questioning official narratives, especially from NASA, and highlighting perceived government secrecy. The publication seems to aim at an audience interested in the unexplained, the ancient, and the potentially hidden truths about our universe and history.