UFO Rama - No 009

Magazine Overview

UFO-RAMA is a monthly publication from Italy, with issue number 9 released in August 1998. The magazine covers topics related to UFOlogy and the unexplained, featuring articles, news, and reports.

Editorial

The editorial notes the passing of ex-Colonel Philip J. Corso, author of the best-selling book "The Day After Roswell." This event overshadowed the generally positive reception of the "Sturrock Commission," which, after nearly 30 years, overturned the verdict of the Project Blue Book. The issue promises to continue illustrating the results of this UFO investigation commission.

"The Day After Roswell" Feature

The cover story highlights the book "Il Giorno Dopo Roswell" (The Day After Roswell) by ex-Colonel Philip J. Corso, co-authored with William J. Birnes. The Italian edition is curated by Maurizio Baiata, with a preface by Paola Leopizzi Harris. The book is published by FUTURO SNC, the publishing house for the official magazines of the National Ufological Center (C.U.N.).

According to the summary, Corso recounts seeing an extraterrestrial corpse in a US Military Base in 1947 and having contact in 1961 with commercial companies tasked with studying mechanical artifacts from a UFO. The article also mentions that the book was translated into Italian by FUTURO SNC.

The issue includes two photos of ex-Colonel Philip J. Corso, one old and one recent.

Simon & Schuster and Hillary Clinton

A brief section discusses the US publisher Simon & Schuster, noting its parent company Viacom, which owns MTV, Paramount, and Blockbuster. It mentions Simon & Schuster's recent sale of a division to Pearson for 8,000 billion lire. The article highlights Simon & Schuster's significant activity in educational publishing, announcing that they will publish a children's book written by Hillary Clinton. The text questions whether the First Lady reviewed the catalog before signing the contract.

"Caro Socks, Caro Buddy" Article

This article, sourced from Corriere della Sera on June 5, 1998, reports that Hillary Clinton is writing a children's book titled "Caro Socks, caro Buddy," inspired by Chelsea's cat and Bill's dog at the White House. The idea came from children's letters to the pets and the success of Barbara Bush's book "Millie's Book." Hillary will select the best letters and include a preface encouraging reading. Simon and Schuster expects the book to be a bestseller, surpassing Barbara Bush's previous success. Hillary Clinton also maintains a weekly column in nearly 400 newspapers.

The Sturrock Commission

This section details the Sturrock Commission, which convened from September 29 to October 4, 1997, at the Pocantico Conference Center in Tanytown, NY, USA. Ten scientists (7 American, 2 French, 1 German) and 8 ufologists (5 American, 1 German, 1 French, 1 Norwegian) gathered to examine the best UFO cases presented. A list of participating scientists and ufologists is provided.

UFO Sighting in Mansfield, Ohio

An article from CORRIERE DELLA SERA dated October 18, 1973, reports on a UFO incident involving Captain L. Coyne and his helicopter crew on October 18, 1973. While flying over Mansfield, Ohio, a metallic object approached at high speed. The object followed the helicopter as it descended and stopped 150 meters above. A green light beam from the UFO enveloped the helicopter, causing the radio to fail and all communication to be lost. The object then departed, and the helicopter had inexplicably ascended 1000 meters.

Americans and Russians Agree: "Flying Discs" Exist

This article from CORRIERE DELLA SERA on October 18, 1973, discusses the growing phenomenon of UFO sightings in both the US and the Soviet Union. It mentions that Soviet scientists have registered radio signals potentially originating from extraterrestrial civilizations. The article recounts the sighting by Ohio Governor John Gilligan and his wife, who observed a silver object. It also details the case of Charles Hickson and Calvin Parker in Pascagoula, Mississippi, who claimed to have been abducted by three reddish beings from a landed UFO. The article notes that the US Air Force had previously examined 12,097 sightings and concluded in 1969 that they were not visitors from other planets. However, the news from Moscow about Soviet scientists detecting extraterrestrial signals has emboldened UFO believers.

"Area 51: Aliens Dead (Dead?)" Novel

This section mentions that Mondadori has published a science fiction novel titled "AREA 51:ALIENI MORTI (MORTI?)" in its "Urania" collection. The author, Robert Doherty, reportedly combines elements from Area 51, the Roswell case, the mystery of the Pyramids, and Majestic 12. It is described as a pleasant, affordable read.

SOCEX International Congress

The Brazilian ufological group SOCEX is organizing an International Congress on life beyond Earth in San José, Costa Rica. Giorgio Bongiovanni is expected to attend from Italy. SOCEX aims to unite Brazilian ufological centers under the confederation UFOBRAS.

Mysterious Sightings in Our Skies

This report from CRONACA VERA on June 10, 1998, discusses mysterious UFO sightings. It includes images of a UFO filmed by Cristina Janese and another object filmed by the Janese family on March 10, 1998. The article also highlights that in October 1997, in the small town of S. Nicolò Comelico (BL), Italy, the mayor, Giancarlo Janese, filmed a series of mysterious Unidentified Flying Objects.

Russian Astrophysicist's Theory on Jupiter's Moon Europa

An article from LA STAMPA dated January 16, 1998, reports on the theory of Russian astrophysicist Boris Rodionov. He proposes that Jupiter's moon Europa harbors a complex civilization living beneath its ice layer. Rodionov has shared his findings with NASA. The article also mentions a project by Rodionov to communicate with potential extraterrestrial inhabitants of Jupiter using a laser beam, with a sponsor providing $7 million for the project. He awaits a response by 2001.

"Planet-B" Mars Mission

An article from PREALPINA dated July 5, 1998, discusses Japan's "Pianeta-B" space mission to Mars. The probe, launched using the M-5 rocket, is designed to transmit photographs and experimental data from Martian orbit starting in October of the following year. The mission is expected to last two years (one Martian year). The article details the probe's components and its objective to study Mars's atmosphere, particularly changes in oxygen levels and the potential for past water and life. This project makes Japan the third space power after the US and Russia. The article also notes that the failure of the Russian "Mars '96" mission had previously given the US a de facto monopoly on interplanetary space.

Prof. Ighina's Discoveries

This section, continuing from page 6, discusses the surprising technologies of Prof. Ighina. It mentions his warnings about the dangers of nuclear energy and atomic explosions, which he believed caused electrical differentials and climate disturbances. The article states that in 1946, Prof. Ighina attempted to halt nuclear proliferation by studying his "Regulator of Atomic Vibrations." It also highlights his pioneering work in television, with experiments in "magnetic atom" tele-vision dating back to 1943. His laboratory successfully transmitted images via ether using magnetic atoms, which were made conductive and transmitted vibrations to a metallic screen. The article notes that TV transmissions began in Germany in 1935, the USA in 1939, and Great Britain in 1936, but Italy had to wait until January 3, 1954, despite Prof. Ighina's 1943 invention.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently explores UFO phenomena, extraterrestrial life theories, and controversial scientific claims. There is a clear interest in historical UFO cases like Roswell and contemporary sightings. The publication also delves into fringe science and technological innovations, particularly those attributed to figures like Prof. Ighina. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry into unexplained phenomena, presenting various perspectives and reports from different sources, including international news outlets and specialized ufological publications.