UFO Research Newsletter - 1975 10 11 - Vol 04 No 08

Magazine Overview

This issue of the UFO RESEARCH NEWSLETTER, Volume IV, Number 8, published by UFO Research Associates (UFOR) in October-November 1975, focuses on the AIAA symposium on UFOs and presents a collection of recent sighting reports and scientific opinions on the phenomenon.

AIAA Symposium Probes UFO Mystery

The newsletter details an in-depth look at the UFO phenomenon as discussed at an American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) symposium in Los Angeles on September 27, 1975. The symposium, titled "Hypotheses Concerning the Origin of UFOs," was dedicated to the late Dr. James E. McDonald. Key speakers included Dr. J. Allen Hynek (Northwestern University), Dr. Robert M. Wood (physicist), Dr. Jacques Vallee (investigator), Stanton T. Friedman (nuclear and space physicist), and James M. McCampbell (NASA and nuclear power plants).

Symposium chairman Dr. William F. Hassel stated the working premise was that UFOs exist, inviting investigation. Dr. Hynek noted significant progress in establishing facts for hypotheses. Dr. Wood found the extraterrestrial hypothesis (ETH) to have the greatest consistency with data, suggesting it aligns with a deeper layer of scientific understanding. Dr. Vallee emphasized the integration of physical and psychic phenomena in UFOs and the need for better investigations and data quality. Stanton T. Friedman asserted that evidence overwhelmingly indicates Earth is being visited by intelligently controlled extraterrestrial vehicles, deducing the ETH from sightings of manufactured objects. He also addressed the lack of direct communication, suggesting aliens are concerned about safety and that Earth's governments are engaged in "tribal warfare."

Publisher Information and Subscription Rates

The newsletter is published monthly or bi-monthly by UFO Research Associates (UFOR) at 1230 N. Horn Ave., Apt. 408, Los Angeles, Calif. 90069. The editor is Gordon I.R. Lore, Jr., and the business manager is Martha D. Lore. Subscription rates are $7.00 for U.S., Canada, and Mexico; $8.00 for foreign surface rate; and $11.00 for foreign air mail. Single copies cost $.60 (U.S., Canada, Mexico) and $.80 (foreign).

Further Scientific Perspectives

Stanton T. Friedman criticized Dr. Hynek for not speaking up sooner about the inadequacy of the USAF's Project Blue Book, suggesting that Report No. 13 was still classified TOP SECRET as of 1971. McCampbell noted that UFOs emit copious amounts of high-frequency electromagnetic energy, acknowledging a "gaping hole" in observational data but advocating for continued investigation.

Southwest Sighting Reports

Several recent sighting reports from the Southwestern U.S. are detailed:

• March 7, Albuquerque, N.M.: Mrs. Marie Martin and others observed an "upside-down, saucer-shaped" object with a revolving orange light and red blinking light, featuring 12 square holes. Four small jet aircraft were seen "buzzing" the object.
• June 8, near El Paso, Texas: A military intelligence officer and his wife saw a large, brilliant orange ball, about half the size of a full moon, with a green band and red outline, which hovered for 30 minutes.
• August 8, West Covina, Calif.: Mrs. Kathy McKee observed a group of six or eight brilliant yellow lights in the southwest sky, which faded to a reddish color.
• August 26, Los Gatos, Calif.: Mrs. Virginia Cline and Karen McDonough saw a "very beautiful object" that was silver-red, hexagon-shaped, rose, and then approached them rapidly, flashing and rocking.

Other Sighting Reports

• July 18, Shippensburg, Pa.: Roger Snyder reported a black object resembling a "giant bird" falling from a thundercloud at 20,000 feet, which then leveled off and accelerated at "many times the speed of sound."
• July 1975, Rhodesia/South Africa: Multiple reports from Rhodesia detail sightings of orange, circular objects, bright round silver objects, and a round UFO emitting a "quivering orange glow" with a trap-door. Objects were seen over Salisbury and its suburbs.
• July 26, Macheke, Rhodesia: John Clark experienced a "terrifying experience" with a brilliant UFO at treetop level, which emitted a bright light that paralyzed him.
• July 26, Marandellas to Rusape, Rhodesia: Tony Alexander and a friend were followed by a UFO.
• July 28, Warren Hills, Rhodesia: Police pursued a stationary object that moved away at high speed.

UFOR's New Mexico Subcommittee

The subcommittee in Albuquerque is building its roster of consultants and members, including electronics engineers, computer programmers, military pilots, and personnel from the Defense Nuclear Agency.

New Mexico Scientists Air UFO Views

Dr. Alan Y. Pope, director of aerodynamics at Sandia Laboratories, stated that UFOs are "real, solid objects of probable ET origin" and believes ET beings will "come out and openly contact us" within 10-20 years. He suggested UFOs might accelerate faster than light and overcome gravity, possibly surveying Earth for scientific purposes or entertainment. Pope criticized aviation writer Philip J. Klass and astronomer Donald H. Menzel for debunking the subject and praised the Betty Hill star map case as "the strongest case I've ever seen."

Dr. Charles Hyder, an astrophysicist, believes proving UFOs are of ET origin is paramount but questions whether they are visiting us. He maintains a "loose skepticism" and finds pilot reports the most worthy of scrutiny. He admitted seeing a metallic object at White Sands Missile Proving Grounds that could "turn on a dime."

Radar Tracking and Coverup Highlights Old Reports

This section compiles historical sighting reports from October 1950 to October 1973, including:

• A military report of a UFO tracked on radar at speeds between 5,000-10,000 m.p.h.
• A sighting by an aviation expert listed as "unknown" by the AF.
• An object that passed under an aircraft.
• An object that paced a "camper" and emitted a light beam.
• A witness chasing a UFO at speeds up to 85 m.p.h.

Specific incidents include:

• October 5, 1950, Hollywood-Burbank Airport, Calif.: Capt. Cecil Hardin and Jack Conroy observed an 85-foot long UFO with blinking lights, traveling at high speed.
• September 27, 1973, Granada Hills, Calif.: Daniel M. Vucurevich and others saw a disc with white, red, and green blinking lights.
• Fall 1956, Southern California coast: The U.S. Army Air Defense Command tracked a UFO off the coast, determined to be 40-50 miles offshore at 10,000 feet, traveling between 5,000-10,000 m.p.h. The incident was allegedly covered up, with explanations of anomalous radar signals.
• Summer 1968, near Ripon, Calif.: Jack Thompson observed a bright white light that ascended and descended rapidly, followed by three lights "zooming" around his camper. The object later emitted a bluish-green beam and was described as a cigar-shaped UFO with searchlight-like beams.
• October 16, 1973, Thousand Oaks, Calif.: Michael Newton and an airline pilot saw a steady, blue-green light moving at an estimated 1,500-2,000 m.p.h., described as a luminous, blue-green light growing in size.
• April 23, 1952, Sandia Base, N.M.: Carl L. Hawk observed a black, rectangular, wing-like object with a yellow "V" on its bottom, traveling at least 1,000 m.p.h.
• Summer 1953, near St. Louis, Mo.: Lawrence H. Cafer observed a disc reflecting sunlight that hovered over an AF base, then took off with "rocket-like speed."
• January 1, 1951, Oak Grove, La.: Mr. and Mrs. J.C. Sowell observed a "light gold" UFO, 40-50 feet in diameter, with rectangular windows, which performed complex turns.
• September 14, 1973, near Huntsville, Ala.: Mr. and Mrs. James E. Batt observed blinking lights and a UFO that accelerated rapidly, chased by their car at up to 85 m.p.h.

UFO Films Hopeful Sign

The newsletter notes a trend of TV moguls presenting UFO subjects more objectively, citing two recent made-for-television films. "The UFO Incident," based on John G. Fuller's "The Interrupted Journey," is praised for its authenticated abduction case and psychological depth, combining the story of Barney and Betty Hill with their hypnotic regression. The film is described as a "UFO love story" that is "all true."

Another review mentions "UFOS Past, Present and Future," a book by Robert Emenegger, suggesting it provides evidence of the U.S. government "lifting the wraps" on the UFO subject, with admissions from former Project Blue Book personnel and objective recounting of sightings.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are the scientific investigation of UFOs, the presentation of evidence supporting the Extraterrestrial Hypothesis (ETH), detailed accounts of numerous UFO sightings across different locations, and the suggestion of government cover-ups. The editorial stance appears to be one of advocating for serious, objective research into the UFO phenomenon, highlighting scientific opinions and documented sightings, while also acknowledging the challenges and potential skepticism surrounding the subject. The inclusion of media reviews suggests an interest in how the UFO topic is being portrayed to the public.