UFO RESEARCH NEWSLETTER

Magazine Overview

Title: UFO RESEARCH NEWSLETTER
Issue: Vol. VI, No. 3
Date: November - December 1978
Publisher: UFO Research Associates
Country: USA
Language: English

This issue of the UFO Research Newsletter focuses on significant UFO events and research, with a prominent cover story detailing the disappearance of pilot Frederick Valentich and a comprehensive report on alleged UFO crash retrievals and alien body discoveries.

Pilot Disappears After Reporting UFO

The lead story recounts the disappearance of Frederick Valentich, a pilot flying a single-engine Cessna 182 over Bass Strait, Australia, on October 21, 1978. Valentich reported a mysterious object pacing his aircraft, describing it as having a "green light and sort of metallic light." Despite assurances from Melbourne Flight Service Control that no other aircraft were in the vicinity, Valentich insisted the object was not an aircraft and was "playing some sort of game." His transmission abruptly cut off, followed by sounds of engine trouble and "metallic scratching." The Australian Air Force launched a search but found no trace of the plane. The report also mentions ground observers seeing UFOs that same evening and notes that King Island residents had been reporting UFO sightings for weeks. Valentich's father expressed belief that his son might have been abducted.

Noted Researcher Revives Aliens in Captivity Controversy

This section introduces Leonard H. Stringfield's research paper, "Retrievals of the Third Kind: A Case Study of Alleged UFOs and Occupants in Military Custody." Stringfield, a researcher with extensive credentials in ufology, has spent months investigating claims of crashed UFOs and recovered alien bodies. The paper acknowledges its limitations, including the use of pseudonyms for witnesses and fragmented information, but suggests that the U.S. Air Force may possess evidence of extraterrestrial craft. The article highlights the potential significance of Stringfield's work, which could challenge established scientific views.

Documented Cases of UFO Crashes and Recoveries

The newsletter then presents a chronological list of alleged UFO crash and retrieval incidents, drawing from Stringfield's research:

• Summer 1947, Roswell, N.M.: A Major "J.M." witnessed an object explode, scattering metal fragments that could not be bent or broken.
• 1948, Northern Mexico: A metallic disc, approximately 90 feet in diameter, was recovered. It contained a single dead humanoid, about 4 feet 6 inches tall, with hairless skin and no thumbs. An Air Force captain tracked the UFO in flight at speeds up to 2,000 m.p.h.
• 1952, Edwards AFB, Calif.: A radar specialist confirmed a crashed UFO over 50 feet in diameter, containing dead humanoids 4.5 feet tall. The craft was reportedly held at the base and then shipped to Wright-Patterson AFB.
• 1952, Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio: A civilian security guard saw a tarp-covered craft being moved, along with recovered alien bodies.
• Spring 1953, Ft. Monmouth, N.J.: A radar specialist viewed a film depicting a silver disc with two small, mongoloid-like humanoids inside.
• April 1953, Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio: Metallurgist Major Daly examined a silver, metallic craft containing non-native metals.
• May 21, 1953, Near Kingman, Ariz.: Project engineer Fritz Werner examined an oval UFO and saw the body of its 4-foot-tall occupant, described as dark brown with a silver suit.
• 1953, Near Dutton, Mont.: Cecil Tenney observed a cigar-shaped object explode, and later saw men carrying bodies.
• 1955, Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio: An employee cataloged UFO material and observed two preserved humanoids, 4-5 feet tall with large heads and slanted eyes.
• 1957, Southwest U.S.: Lt. Col. "T" reported a UFO impacting the ground, from which four badly burned bodies were recovered. The aliens were about 5 feet tall, with large heads and silver suits.
• 1962, Near Holloman AFB, N.M.: A UFO crashed, and two dead occupants, 42 inches high, were found and transported to a medical university.
• December 1964, Ft. Riley, Kans.: PFC "A.K." patrolled an area where a large UFO rested on the ground. The object was 35-48 feet in diameter.
• 1966, Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio: Military intelligence officer "J.K." saw nine alien bodies in deep freeze and was told 30 bodies were held at the base. He also heard of five UFO crashes in the region.
• 1966, Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio: James Mitchell obtained a photo of two men holding up a 3.5-foot-tall alien body with a pear-shaped head.
• 1968, Nellis AFB, Nev.: A TOP SECRET report described a UFO hovering over the base, emitting smaller craft, one of which landed, and a humanoid emerged, causing a military unit's weapons to jam.
• 1973, Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio: A pilot observed five crates containing bodies of humanoids approximately 4 feet tall.
• 1973, Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio: Air Policeman Carl S. saw three bodies, about 3 feet tall with large heads and "off-white or cream" skin, lying on refrigerated tables.
• Spring 1977, Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio: Military personnel reportedly carried litters with small alien bodies into a secure area.

Vietnam Veteran Spots UFO in New York

This section details recent UFO sighting reports from January-August 1978 across several states and one foreign country. A notable case involves Jan R. Bowles, a Vietnam veteran, who reported a tubular-shaped UFO near Cicero, N.Y., on April 5. The object, estimated at 10 feet above the treeline, emitted brilliant lights and a "quiet threashing sound," moving horizontally alongside his car at 50-60 yards away.

Another sighting occurred on January 19 in Shermans Dale, Pa., where Mrs. Pat Palakovic and her children observed a UFO hovering over their house, causing it to shake. The object emitted a "rumbling noise" and a "silvery spray" that caused dead leaves and intense skin redness upon contact.

On July 26, near Union, Mo., Mrs. Ruth Stieffermann and her family saw an unusually bright light that approached a car, causing the rear end to lift off the ground. Police found two indentations on the car's trunk lid.

In Parma, Ohio, on August 22, children witnessed a large UFO, estimated at 220 feet long, descend over a field, spraying material that killed leaves and trees. The object reportedly "smashed a tree" and showed interest in fuel storage tanks.

Near Fairbury, Ill., on January 8, Gary and Randy Dorn and others observed brilliant lights hovering over a cemetery. The object responded to their car's headlights, moving erratically and approaching them.

On January 10, the Dorn family and others saw a similar object emitting a humming sound that seemed to avoid other aircraft.

On August 11, near Roosevelt, Utah, Dale Wood observed a silvery, dome-shaped object with intense green light hovering overhead. The object circled the area before departing.

Walton II: A Worthy Companion Piece (Book Review)

This section reviews two books concerning the abduction of woodcutter Travis Walton: "The Walton Experience" by Travis Walton himself, and "Ultimate Encounter: The True Story of a UFO Kidnapping" by Bill Barry. The reviewer praises both books for their detailed accounts and for countering inaccuracies in previous reports. Barry's book is highlighted for its "you-are-there" descriptions and its investigation into the abduction, examination by aliens, and subsequent release of Walton. The review also mentions the involvement of figures like Philip Klass and the connection to cattle mutilations. The section concludes with a quote from Travis Walton expressing his weariness with discussing the experience.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The newsletter consistently presents accounts of UFO sightings, alleged crashes, and retrievals, often emphasizing witness testimony and claims of government secrecy or cover-ups. The research presented, particularly Stringfield's work, aims to provide evidence for extraterrestrial visitation. The publication appears to support the investigation of these phenomena, providing a platform for researchers and witnesses to share their experiences and findings, while also acknowledging the controversial nature of the subject matter and the need for further research.