UFOIC Newsletter - No 25 October 1969

Magazine Overview

This is issue number 25 of the U.F.O.I.C. NEWSLETTER, a bi-monthly publication from Sydney, Australia, dated October 1969. The cover price was 20 cents. The newsletter covers a range of UFO sightings and related topics, with a focus on eyewitness accounts from various countries.

Editorial and Staff

The publication lists its editorial and administrative staff, including President Mr. F. Phillips, Vice President Mr. T. Dutton, Secretary Mr. T. Homan, and Treasurer Mr. W. Moser. The editorial committee includes Mrs. J. Van der vord. The newsletter also notes the passing of Dr. M. Lindtner, the former President, and extends condolences to his family. Mr. Fred Phillips has taken over as President. Mr. T. W. Dutton is acting president in Mr. Phillips' absence.

World Scene: Manilla Valley Landing

The lead story on the cover details a sighting in the Philippines. Three farmers reported seeing a white, low-slung, saucer-shaped vehicle land and take off near the Philippines Communications Satellite ground station in Rizal Province. The farmers described two passengers as Caucasian-looking, about six feet tall, wearing white flying suits and glass-like headgears. Colonel Aderito de Leon (Air Force Rtd.) and Colonel Patterson (United States Air Force) investigated the reports, with Patterson stating the US Air Force has an interest in such phenomena but lacked sufficient information for a decision or investigation.

U.S.A. Weird UFO Behaviour

In October 1968, in Lakeland, Florida, Mr. & Mrs. W. L. McMullen, Miss Sharon Burgess, and two school students reported a disc-shaped UFO, approximately 13 ft in diameter and 8 ft high, hovering 7 ft above a palm tree. Two occupants in white outfits and headgears were seen through its transparent dome. During the sighting, the witnesses experienced audio and visual interference on their TV and noted a smell like ammonia. Lakeland police were called but the object had departed.

U.S.A. Light Beam on Car

On March 10th, 1969, a housewife in Missouri reported a bright beam of light on Highway 202. She saw a charcoal grey disc with a dome at an estimated altitude of 1000-2000 ft. A funnel of light emanated from underneath, widening to the width of the highway. Her dog became agitated, and as she drove into the beam, her car slowed to 8 mph before functioning normally again. She reported her eyes hurt for days afterward, presumably from the bright light.

England: Saucer Swoops Over Brickyard

On June 29th, 1969, at 11:47 p.m., Mr. Jack Cook witnessed an oval, yellowish-orange object with green light and orange flames swooping at terrific speed over a brickyard in Ansley Hall. He described it as "like an oval butter dish." The object emitted a loud hissing noise and had vertical lines like windows. Four other witnesses in nearby areas reported the same sighting.

Chile: Car Mysteriously Moved

On February 9th, 1969, near Chillan, Chile, Mr. Emiliano Escalona and Professor Arturo Sepulveda reported that the motors of their two cars were running and the vehicles had been moved approximately 170 ft from their original parking spot without leaving wheelmarks. This occurred simultaneously with an explosion and a blinding light, and the rising of a huge silver object over nearby mountains. Argentine Broadcasting confirmed the case, noting the cars' motors were running while batteries were disconnected.

Finland: Snow Landing

On November 14th, 1968, in Nivala, Finland, a 16-year-old girl named Oili Antilla saw a round, white object with a pulsating red middle descend rapidly. It flew in a straight line, hovered over trees, and landed about 350 yards away. The object glowed brighter, then rose swiftly and disappeared. A round, shallow mark was found at the landing site. During the sighting, lights in nearby houses went out, and a fuse in the village transformer was blown.

Canada: UFOs Use Farm as Landing Field

A farmer in Chapeau, Quebec, reported that strange flying machines had been using one of his fields as a landing strip for some time. A striking incident occurred three weeks prior to his report, when he and his family saw four objects, about 30 ft in diameter and 16 ft in height, projecting intense light. The ground was burned in four circles of 27 ft in diameter with a 2 ft ring around the circumference, showing indentations as if an object with legs had landed. Grass was still burning, and two small trees within a circle were also affected.

Australian Scene: UFOs See Apple Island

A report from Tasmania describes Mr. & Mrs. P. Berry observing a dark grey, circular object with a domed top, about the size of a full moon, travelling under low clouds. A second object followed. Mr. Berry estimated the UFOs to be 20 ft in diameter. Blow-ups of photographs did not reveal details.

Broken Hill Visite

Clifford Turley, a 14-year-old student, and eight other boys reported seeing a bright, clear, disc-shaped object hovering high up over Broken Hill. It appeared to be made of shiny metal, resembling the light of a planet, and disappeared rapidly.

Baralaba Man Followed by "Visitors"

On July 25th, 1969, Mr. Adrian Reimer reported seeing a "this bright light in a paddock" near Baralaba, Australia. He described it as an "upturned tortoise shell" with portholes and a mast, emitting a humming sound and flashing coloured lights. He stated it moved in a jerking motion close to the ground. A second "shell" seemed to come from behind trees, and a third followed him as he drove away. His parents and Mr. John Major also saw the objects and observed them through binoculars.

White Lights Over Ryde Area

On November 7th, 1968, Mr. Harold Reid and Mr. Peter Reid observed a brilliant white light in the sky near Ryde, descending swiftly towards the ground before disappearing behind trees. The same or a similar object reappeared, joined by two smaller white lights, and they ascended and descended in geometrical patterns before speeding off.

Disc Leaves Tell-Tale Ring

On May 22nd, 1969, Graham Longey in Tasmania saw a large, solid, whitely brilliant, circular object with windows hovering a few feet off the ground. It moved rapidly upwards and disappeared. He found a burnt patch approximately 18 ft by 11 ft, which he considered proof of his sighting.

UFOIC News & Forthcoming Events

The Secretary, Mr. W. Moser, opened a meeting with a moment of silence for the late President, Dr. M. Lindtner. Mr. W. Dutton spoke about Dr. Lindtner's contributions and character. Dr. L. R. Allen gave a lecture on "Radio Waves in the Sky," discussing Radio Astronomy, its history, and advancements, including the Mills Cross near Canberra and the Radio Heliograph near Narrabri. A social meet-ing was held on September 5th, featuring taped sightings and Apollo slides. An October 18th Junior Meeting was also scheduled.

Upcoming Events and Announcements

Announcements include a social for members on November 7th with Dr. Harley Wood as guest speaker, an appeal for storage space for UFOIC property, and the election of officers for December 2nd. The newsletter also reviews the book "Flying Saucers over the West" by A. W. Bearne and mentions new publications like "Saucers, Space and Science." UFO kits are available for purchase. The newsletter sends get well wishes to President Mr. F. Phillips, who was injured in a car accident. It also promotes DATA-NET, an information exchange program with UFOIC, APRO, and NICAP, and reminds members about outstanding membership fees.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are eyewitness accounts of UFO sightings, including descriptions of objects, their occupants, and their behaviour. There is a strong emphasis on scientific investigation and research, as evidenced by the lecture on Radio Astronomy and the availability of UFO kits for evaluation. The newsletter also highlights the community aspect of UFO research, with details of meetings, social events, and appeals for member participation. The editorial stance appears to be one of serious inquiry into the UFO phenomenon, aiming to gather and disseminate information from credible sources.