UFO-Syd Information - 1979 No 1

Magazine Overview

This document is the first internal information bulletin from UFO-SYD, a Swedish UFO research organization, dated May 1979. It is marked as confidential and intended solely for active members, with strict instructions not to share it with third parties. The bulletin covers upcoming events, reports on recent UFO sightings and investigations, and includes appeals for member participation.

Field Course and Meetings

The bulletin announces a field course in Lersäter scheduled for May 19-20, 1979, with a registration and payment deadline of May 4. The course fee, including food and lodging (but not travel), is 85 SEK, payable to Köpings UFO-FÖRENING via postgiro. Carpooling from Lund can be arranged.

Upcoming meetings include a monthly meeting on May 13, 1979, at 15:00 at Kämnärsvägen 2:168, Lund. A theme evening is also scheduled for May 19, 1979, at 15:00 at the same location, featuring a showing of UFO-Sweden's still film.

A note regarding refreshments at meetings states that coffee with refills costs 1.50 SEK and tea with refills costs 1 SEK. Members are advised to bring money to avoid being thirsty.

Fundraising Appeal

UFO-SYD has ordered an additional 1000 '21-lotter' (a type of lottery ticket) to fund observation nights, investigations, and other activities. Members are urged to help sell these tickets, which can be picked up at Kämnärsvägen 2:168, Lund, after the bulletin's publication. The tickets are described as easy to sell.

Communication and Privacy

There's a section addressing communication issues, particularly when members call the 'Larmstation' (the chairman's home). The chairman explains that sometimes he is out investigating cases or sleeping after a tiring night, and asks members to call ahead before visiting to avoid frustration. He mentions that the answering machine is not always active and requests that people call first. He also emphasizes his right to some privacy.

Answering Machine Etiquette

Another section addresses the use of the answering machine at the Larmstation (phone number 046-13 60 01). The chairman requests that callers leave a message with their name so he can return calls. He notes that many people hang up when they hear the answering machine, which he considers a lack of phone culture. He clarifies that every call is registered, even if the caller hangs up, and hopes for improvement in this regard, stating that an answering machine is not dangerous.

Call for Volunteers

An appeal is made for more volunteers willing to help with various tasks within the organization, emphasizing that they run it together.

UFO Sightings and Investigations

UFO or Bolide?

On April 18, 1979, between 23:30 and 24:00, a luminous object was observed over southern Sweden, Denmark, and northern Germany. The object reportedly consisted of smaller elements in changing formations and with changing colors. While media experts suggested it was a fragmented satellite or a bolide, the observation time of over 20 minutes (with the longest single observation lasting about 5 minutes) is considered too long for a satellite or bolide. Some witnesses reported seeing the object disappear back into space. UFO-SYD's investigation suggests it might be two or even three separate objects, and the organization's investigators are continuing to work on the case, which attracted significant media attention.

Satellites Have Crashed

The bulletin confirms that satellites have indeed crashed, citing information from SUFOI in Denmark, NORAD in America, and the Royal Air Force in England. On April 17, the American spy satellite 19782-D crashed off the coast of South America. On April 18, the KOSMOS 777 satellite crashed off Australia. Neither of these incidents could have caused the alarms raised by the southern UFO organizations.

Close Encounter in Eslöv Again?

On April 19, 1979, between 20:45 and 21:00, a shimmering, hat-shaped object was observed along road 17 and 19 near Eslöv. The object moved and also remained stationary over a field, at a height of at least 5 meters above the ground during its movements. Burnt material, possibly metal, was found at one of the three observation sites. The witness reportedly also suffered UV radiation damage. UFO-SYD is investigating this case.

Feedback and Contributions

This is the first internal information bulletin, and UFO-SYD welcomes feedback and suggestions from members. Members are encouraged to write down their ideas and bring them to the monthly meeting on May 13. Contributions of material for future bulletins, such as clippings and articles, are also welcome. The next bulletin is expected at the end of May or beginning of June. To ensure receipt of the bulletin, members are asked to send 2 SEK in unstamped stamps before the deadline. The address for contributions is: UFO-SYD, c/o Nanne, Kämnärsvägen 2:168, 222 45 LUND. Stamps can also be left at the monthly meeting.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this bulletin are the active engagement of UFO-SYD members through meetings and volunteer work, the systematic investigation of UFO phenomena, and the importance of accurate reporting and communication. The editorial stance appears to be one of diligent research, a desire for public and member participation, and a professional approach to handling reports, while also acknowledging the need for privacy and efficient communication channels. The organization seems committed to exploring unexplained aerial phenomena and providing a platform for sharing information and experiences among its members.