UFO-Sweden Special Report - 1973 3

Magazine Overview

This document is the third issue of "UFO-Sweden Special Report," a newsletter published by UFO-print in Sweden, covering UFOs and strange mysteries. The issue is dated October, November, and December 1973 and is edited by J.O. Sundberg. It is presented as a free sample from The National Organization UFO-Sweden, with an option to subscribe for 1 US dollar for three issues via airmail.

Editorial

The editorial highlights contributions from Gene Duplantier of "SAUCERS, SPACE AND SCIENCE" in Canada and Yusuke J. Matsumare from CBA INTERNATIONAL in Japan. It encourages readers to purchase Duplantier's new booklets, "Hidden Planets" and "Outer Space Humor." The editor expresses a desire for more reader engagement, noting the lack of feedback from US readers. The newsletter's copyright is held by UFO-Sweden, but permission is granted to UFO-researchers to quote from it, provided credit is given and the text is unchanged. Correspondence and submissions should be sent to Editor J.O. Sundberg, UFO-Sweden Special Report, c/o Brinkgata 7, 591 00 Motala, Sweden. The Swedish magazine "UFO-Information" is also available for 10 US dollars for six numbers.

In This Issue

The issue features several articles:

• SWEDISH AIRLINER ENCOUNTERED SILVERBRIGHT UFO IN LIVELY FREQUENTED AIRPASSAGE: Reports on an incident in December 1953 where chief pilot Ulf Christiersson and mechanician Olle Johansson, flying a DC-3 airliner near Hässleholm, Sweden, encountered a "glittering like a silversaucer" object. The object was observed for 7-8 seconds at an altitude of 2,150 meters. Military experts investigated, considering theories like remote-controlled missiles, but found no radar anomalies. The object was described as perfectly circle-shaped, smooth, shining, and moving at high speed without a vapor trail.
• THE MYSTERY OF THE YELLOW DOTS: Translated from "Värnamo Nyheter" (November 16, 1972), this article describes mysterious yellow dots, about 5 cm in diameter, found on sidewalks in Värnamo City, Sweden. The Building Department and City Engineer Office had no explanation, ruling out markings or asphalt work. The article questions if flying saucers could be responsible.
• BOX-SHAPED CREATURES FROM GIGANTIC CIGAR VISITED SWEDISH LINKSTATION IN THE NORTH: This case, investigated by UFO-Sweden, involves Kjell Näslund, who was in charge of a TV-link station near Trehörningsjö Village in March 1969. He witnessed a gigantic cigar-shaped object, estimated at 150 meters in diameter, with a tunnel from which about ten box-shaped creatures emerged. These creatures, described as about 130-135 cm long and 30-40 cm wide (with a later note suggesting 70-80 cm long and 25 cm wide), floated without arms or legs. Näslund felt a strange force preventing him from moving and experienced a feeling of calm, believing the creatures were not harmful. The object emitted a buzzing sound and a trembling light before departing north.
• HIDDEN PLANETS & OUTER SPACE HUMOR - New booklets by Gene Duplantier: A review of two booklets by Gene Duplantier. "Hidden Planets" explores the possibility of other inhabited planets, mentioning "Planet X" and "Epsilon Bootis." "Outer Space Humor" is a 40-page collection of humorous stories, including anecdotes about Martians and aliens.
• THE MYSTERY OF THE INVISIBLE BUTCHER'S: This article, translated from Nya Tiden (November 11, 1972), discusses a case where police investigated reports of a "mysterious unidentified creature" in the Farm Producers Area. A farmer reported his calf being attacked by an invisible creature. Another incident involved a calf tied to a tree that was found dead, with no visible cause of death.
• FLYING EXPRESS TRAIN LANDED ON PLATEAU IN SWEDEN: This report, from UFO-Information nr. 4-5 1972, details an event on New Year's Eve 1972. A farmer named Brend Johan Andersson witnessed three unidentified flying objects that appeared to be connected, forming a shape resembling an express train. The objects were red and emitted sharp white light from what looked like windows. The incident occurred in the Orsa area.

Future Issues

The next issue of UFO-Sweden Special Report is announced to feature stories about an "Island Ghost with the Red Lantern" and "Hairy Monster Creatures." The issue concludes with holiday greetings.

Book Reviews

HIDDEN PLANETS Scientific Fact Or Flying Saucer Fiction?

This 34-page booklet by Gene Duplantier explores the existence of other planets in the universe. It discusses "Planet X," "Epsilon Bootis" as a potential source of life, and "Vulcan." It also includes a map of the planet KORENDOR.

OUTER SPACE HUMOR

A 40-page collection of humorous stories by Gene Duplantier and Wayne Wright. The booklet contains jokes and anecdotes about aliens and space travel. It is available for 1 dollar, along with "Hidden Planets."

Historical Note

An article references a Motala Tidning headline from November 28, 1959, about historical accounts of strange phenomena in Sweden from the time of Christ, including descriptions of mythical creatures.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are UFO sightings, unexplained phenomena, and the investigation of mysterious events. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry into these subjects, encouraging reader participation and the sharing of information. The publication aims to document and disseminate reports of unusual occurrences, often drawing from local Swedish newspapers and UFO organizations.