UFO Research Newsletter - 1972 07 08 - Vol 02 No 04

Magazine Overview

This issue of the UFO Research Newsletter, Vol. II, No. 4, published monthly by UFO Research Associates (UFOR) and dated July-August 1972, focuses on "Puzzling New Zealand and South American Sightings Highlight Foreign Reports." The newsletter covers a wide range of UFO reports from various countries, discusses theoretical explanations for UFO phenomena, and touches upon issues of information control and the possibility of extraterrestrial life.

Foreign Reports: New Zealand and South America

The newsletter details numerous UFO sightings from 11 foreign countries since 1970. A significant portion is dedicated to reports from New Zealand and South America.

South Africa: On June 27, 1972, policemen and a farmer fired rifles at a UFO over Ft. Beaufort. The object, initially a "ball of fire," changed color, dodged the rifle fire, and flew away.

Australia: On May 26, 1972, several sightings occurred in Hobart, Tasmania. J. Sproule reported "three red lights circling the Domain." Later, David Ledwell saw a "dome-shaped object only 400 feet from the ground" with a red light on top and four lights underneath, describing it as "fantastic" and noting what appeared to be "landing legs."

New Zealand: The issue highlights several New Zealand reports. On May 19, 1972, at 2:30 a.m. in Hastings, Russell Orr, a businessman, and local policemen observed a "barrel-shaped" UFO for over an hour through a telescope. It moved slowly and was described as having a band around the middle. Other New Zealand sightings include a "saucer-shaped" object hovering behind trees at Havelock North, a "gleaming" saucer at Thames, a "ball-shaped, silver-gray" object near Thames, a "flashing bar-shaped rectangle" observed by duck hunters near Himatangi, and a "brilliant flashing object" seen near Mangamaire-Pahiatua.

India: On or about April 25, 1972, thousands of witnesses reportedly saw a "football-shaped, luminous" UFO hover over Srinagar for an hour, rotating and emitting bright flickers of light.

Argentina: On January 8, 1971, near Tafo Viejo, two farmers saw a UFO that looked like two dishes joined at the rims, with a reddish bottom and luminous top. The object settled about 30 meters away, rocked back and forth, and was said to have burned pastures, a cornfield, and dried up a lemon plantation. On January 31, 1971, residents of Rosario reported seeing four flying objects with colored lights moving east at great speed.

Brazil: In December 1970, in Guaratingueta, Sao Paulo, a witness saw reflections of light delineating a "great flying saucer." On September 29, 1971, a bright light appeared near a mountain in Guacut, causing panic. On December 19, 1971, near Porto Alegre, an "orange-colored object" frightened many people and was seen emerging from water. On December 22, 1971, in Mossoro, an object "emitting intense light" descended, was observed for about 10 minutes, and was described as having no windows and expelling sparks.

Venezuela: On December 20, 1970, residents of El Hatillo saw a flat, luminous UFO speeding from north to south, emitting a noise like a "long whistle."

Peru: On June 16, 1971, "thousands of witnesses" reportedly observed an oval-shaped UFO emitting various colored lights darting from west to east above Cuzco.

Mexico: On or about February 18, 1971, a UFO hovered southeast of Torreon, leaving a "wake of bright yellowish light."

UFO Research Newsletter Details

The newsletter is published monthly by UFO Research Associates (UFOR) from P.O. Box 34252, Washington, D.C. 20034. The editor is Gordon I.R. Lore, Jr., and the business manager is Martha D. Hall. Subscription rates are $7.00 for the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, with higher rates for foreign subscriptions. Single copies cost $.60 or $.80.

Space Time Tunnels and Black Holes Theory

An editorial comment explores the possibility that "black holes" or "time tunnels" in space could be an answer to UFO flights from other planets. This theory was reportedly hinted at in a Wall Street Journal article on June 16, 1972, concerning mysterious signals from an object named Cygnus X-1. Scientists are reactivating their interest due to Cygnus X-1's characteristics: a smaller diameter than Earth but an energy output 1,000 times greater, with rapid fluctuations. The theory suggests that gravitational force from matter, such as other galaxies, causes stars to squeeze into a dense ball, creating black holes. Physicists Kip Thorne and Remo Ruffini are mentioned. Ruffini speculates that escaping a black hole could involve a time lapse of billions of years. Thorne calls Cygnus X-1 "by far the best candidate for a black hole."

White Holes Theory

Robert Kjellming suggests that matter from black holes may emerge from "white holes," acting as connections between universes. This theory is considered more fantastic by some scientists.

French and Scandinavian Sightings

France: Several French sightings from February to September 1970 are detailed, including a large UFO near Fontenay-le-Combe, two "ellipsoidal" objects near Quimper, three luminous discs near an atomic submarine base, six "yellowish star" objects near Riec-sur-Belon, and a white, luminous UFO near Leuhan.

Scandinavia: An "intensely luminous" UFO reportedly landed in Kuusamo, Finland, on January 3, 1971, causing nearby lights to go out and leaving a melted spot in the snow. Near Gjesing, Denmark, witnesses saw a UFO described as a "dark cloud with a black ring inside."

"Blacklist" Information Revealed

Dr. Robert F. Creegan, a philosophy professor at the State University of New York at Albany, revealed information concerning organizations that maintain "blacklists" against UFO information. Graduate students interviewed a former confidential secretary to a General Dynamics executive who stated that staff members were warned against discussing UFO matters. A New York state official indicated that state police had numerous UFO investigations but were not permitted to release information.

NAS Says Intelligent Extraterrestrial Life May Exist

A National Academy of Sciences (NAS) committee report suggests a "high probability that intelligent life exists elsewhere in the universe." The report urged increased federal funding for astronomical probing to detect signals from other inhabited worlds and called for a national program to achieve this goal.

Enquirer Panel Meets in California

The National Enquirer's Scientific UFO Investigative Panel met in Berkeley, Calif., from June 23-25, 1972. The panel, including Drs. J. Allen Hynek, Robert F. Creegan, and others, reviewed a "vast mass of material" received from a $50,000 reward offer. They made recommendations for follow-up studies, including physical and chemical analysis of materials from Delphos, Kansas, and sought expert opinions. Renewed sightings in Washington state were noted, and instrumentation for field studies was sought.

Sighting Capsules

Brief reports of other sightings include:

• January 12, 1972: Near Carrizoza, New Mexico, four yellow lights were seen at high altitude.
• March 2, 1972: Strange lights were seen in the New Jersey areas.
• March 17, 1972: A bright blue object with a "flat trajectory" was observed near Gore, New Zealand.
• March 17, 1972: A "rocket" with flaming debris was witnessed near Fremont, Calif.
• March 19, 1972: In Pocahontas, Ark., police officers observed a bright light that hovered for an hour and moved slowly west.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are the global nature of UFO sightings, the diverse characteristics of reported UFOs, and the ongoing scientific and theoretical investigations into their origin and nature. The newsletter presents a wide array of anecdotal evidence from various countries, suggesting a persistent phenomenon. It also delves into speculative scientific theories like black holes and white holes as potential explanations for advanced propulsion. The inclusion of the "Blacklist" information and the NAS report on extraterrestrial life indicates an editorial stance that acknowledges the significance of UFO phenomena and the potential for profound discoveries, while also highlighting challenges in information dissemination and the broader search for life beyond Earth. The publication actively solicits reports from its subscribers, indicating a commitment to ongoing investigation and data collection.