Ufologia - No 26 - Avril-Mai-Juin 1981

Magazine Overview

Title: ufologia
Issue: N° 26
Date: April-May-June 1981
Publisher: Cercle Français de Recherches Ufologiques (CFRU)
Type: Documentary and Information Review on Unidentified Flying Objects and Related Phenomena.

Editorial Stance

The editorial emphasizes the need for perseverance and objectivity in ufology, noting that while spectacular cases are rare, serious groups continue to research, organize, and demystify dubious cases. The credibility of private ufology depends on maintaining these efforts. The magazine aims to diversify its content by including translated articles and maintaining its usual sections. The editorial also highlights that subscriptions include four issues.

Key Articles and Content

"Rencontre rapprochée du troisième type en Nouvelle-Zélande avec "Enlèvement""

This lengthy article details a series of bizarre incidents reported in the Gisborne region of New Zealand between November 1977 and March 1978. The author, after attending a seminar in Tauranga, visited Gisborne to investigate reports. The focus is on a case involving three young women who decided to spend a night observing from a hillside in the Waimata Valley. They reported missing time and a subsequent hypnotic regression session revealed details of an encounter with a UFO and possible abduction.

During the regression, one of the women, referred to as Miss B., described waking up to a bright light and seeing a disk-shaped object with a dome. She and another woman, Miss S., were drawn towards the object. The regression suggested they entered a small, round room inside the craft. Miss B. described an encounter with a tall, masculine humanoid wearing a white uniform. A discussion, though not fully recalled, seemed to involve the possibility of constructing similar devices. The women reported feeling a sensation of being pushed by a light beam as they returned to their car and fled the scene.

The article discusses the challenges of investigating such cases, including the difficulty in establishing how witnesses entered alleged craft and the potential for 'programming' of witnesses. The author concludes that the women likely experienced a genuine adventure, though its true nature remains elusive.

Table of Contents (Sommaire N°26)

The issue's table of contents lists a variety of articles and reports, including:

• Close encounter of the third kind in New Zealand
• A sky map from the Paleolithic era
• Strange flying object over Nagasaki/JAPAN
• Unknown object over Tokyo and Saitama/JAPAN
• Flying object observed by two young scouts in the USA
• Discovery of a 'STONEHENGE' in AFRICA
• The mysterious fireball: was it an OVNI?
• Great mysteries: the Abominable Snowman of NEVADA?
• The 'Smithsonian Institute' (USA): an asset for Jean SIDER!
• OVNI sightings in the QUEEN CITY sector, USA
• The UFO phenomenon in the press
• 'INFO-SERVICE' publications
• Unidentified Flying Objects: Press updates
• USA SPACE INFORMATION: about the US shuttle
• INSOLITE & PARAPSYCHOLOGY: Brief news
• Investigator's Check-List: advice and recommendations
• COMPLEMENTARY READINGS: bibliographic section

Other Sections

• Subscription Conditions: Details for ordinary and support subscriptions for France, USA, Canada, Japan, USSR, and Argentina are provided, with prices in French Francs (FF).
• Important Note to Collaborators: Guidelines for submitting articles, emphasizing typed submissions, illustrations, and the refusal of political, religious, or advertising content. Documents are published under the author's responsibility.
• Notes: Information regarding reproduction rights, becoming a local correspondent, reporting observations (anonymity respected), and the availability of the bulletin in exchange for other publications.

Organization and Personnel

• Cercle Français de Recherches Ufologiques (CFRU):
• Headquarters: UFOLOGIA-CFRU, B.P. N°1, 57601 FORBACH CEDEX, FRANCE.
• Bureau: Includes Director of Publication (Francis SCHAEFER), Editor-in-Chief (Michel TURCO), and various advisors for legal, information, technical, and astronomical matters.
• International Correspondents: Lists correspondents in Italy, Canada, USA, Argentina, England, Belgium, Switzerland, Sweden, Guadeloupe, Germany, and Spain.
• Regional Network: Details correspondents and regional sections within France (Bas-Rhin, Haut-Rhin, Charente Maritime, Nord, Essonne, Pas-de-Calais, Meurthe & Moselle, Moselle).

The CFRU is described as a non-profit association dedicated to the rational study of unidentified celestial phenomena and related issues, aiming to compile and disseminate intellectual knowledge on ufology.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently focuses on UFO sightings, investigations, and related phenomena, including parapsychology and historical mysteries. There is a strong emphasis on objective reporting and the scientific study of UFOs, while acknowledging the subjective and sometimes puzzling nature of witness accounts. The CFRU positions itself as a central hub for collecting, analyzing, and disseminating information on ufology, both nationally and internationally. The editorial stance appears to be one of serious inquiry, encouraging reader participation and aiming to inform the public objectively, while maintaining a critical approach to the subject matter. The quote from astronaut James McDivitt sets a tone of wonder and openness to the possibility of extraterrestrial life.

This issue of UFOLOGIA, dated March 1977, is a French-language publication focused on UFO phenomena, scientific fiction, and related mysteries. It features a diverse range of articles, including case studies of alleged UFO encounters, an investigation into the use of hypnosis in UFO research, and a report on an ancient astronomical discovery.

Hypnosis and UFO Research

The issue begins with a detailed discussion on the use of hypnosis in investigating UFO phenomena. The author emphasizes the need for caution and proper preparation when using hypnotherapy, warning against disturbing a subject's psyche. The translator's opinion highlights the improvisational nature and lack of preparation in a specific hypnosis session, noting that while a humanoid was mentioned, precise details about the craft's interior and entry/exit were omitted, suggesting a deliberate 'erasure' of these memories. This 'erasure' is seen as evidence of foreign interference in the minds of 'contactees.' The translator concludes that such cases still present many unanswered questions.

Paleolithic Sky Map Discovery

A significant article reports on the discovery of a Paleolithic sky map by Soviet archaeologists. This map, engraved on a stone turtle and dating back 35,000 years, presents notable differences from modern astronomical charts. Specifically, the star Alioth is shown in a different position, and two previously unknown stars are depicted within the constellation of the Big Dipper.

UFO Sightings and Incidents

The magazine presents several detailed accounts of UFO sightings and incidents from various locations:

Nagasaki, Japan (January 19, 1977)

Residents reported a scintillating object resembling a red jellyfish with eight orange jets of light, observed hovering for about 10 minutes before disappearing. Firefighters confirmed the sighting. An investigation by the Inasa police department yielded no results.

Tokyo and Saitama, Japan (January 20, 1977)

An unknown object, described as a pale blue scintillating object about the size of a human head, was observed moving in the sky. Police patrols followed the object, which was also reported to have possibly fallen into Tokyo Bay or near the Tsukiji Temple.

Eustis, Florida, USA (February 15, 1977)

Two young scouts, Robby Tanner and K-Spears, reported observing a cone-shaped object with red, green, and blue lights, leaving a comet-like trail. The object moved at high speed and disappeared quickly. The description noted the absence of sound and its luminous nature.

Fawn Grove, Pennsylvania, USA (March 5, 1977)

A large fireball, described as being the size of the moon, was observed for several minutes. It illuminated the night sky and then disappeared. The incident left a large area of burnt grass and three small, deep holes in the ground arranged in a triangle. While a meteorite was suggested, its prolonged burning time and drifting behavior contradicted this explanation. The presence of the holes led to speculation about a UFO landing.

Queen City, USA (February 12, 1972)

Multiple witnesses, including families and a passing motorist, observed a strange light in the sky. Described as a brilliant white light with pulsating red and green lights, it remained stationary for a significant period before slowly drifting away. Witnesses ruled out conventional explanations like airplanes or hot air balloons.

Other Sightings (November 1979)

The issue includes a condensed section of UFO observations from November 1979, detailing incidents in:

• Masevaux, France: An orange ball with a violet trail.
• Charroux, France: A haloed disk observed and photographed.
• Hiaignac and Hure, France: Two red-orange balls observed near an airfield.
• Santiago, Chile: A humanoid seen next to a flying saucer that took off at high speed.
• Valencia, Spain: A plane followed by four red-light emitting objects.
• Marseille, France: A large red ball observed by witnesses and police.
• Homecourt, France: A luminous green object with fish-tail empennages.
• Balledent, France: A diamond-shaped object observed for a few minutes.
• Thenay, France: A red-orange saucer emitting a strong beam of light.
• Tilh, France: A powerful white light disk observed ascending and descending.
• Le Fousseret, France: A rotating blue light with a projector.
• Augisey, France: Unusual traces found in a field, suggesting a possible meteorite or UFO landing.
• Montliew, France: A large cigar-shaped object with red and white lights, accompanied by a silver-clad figure.

The Abominable Man of Nevada

An employee of a company near the Nevada atomic polygon reported seeing a tall, human-like being with dark fur covering its body. The being walked like a man and disappeared into the bushes. This sighting is linked to reports of similar beings, known as 'Sasquatch,' in the northwestern United States.

Historical Note: Early Airships

A document from the National Air and Space Museum confirms that only small, manually propelled dirigibles were available in 1896-1897, leaving early 'airship' sightings unexplained.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

UFOLOGIA consistently explores unexplained phenomena, with a particular focus on UFO sightings, alleged alien encounters, and the potential use of advanced technologies or extraterrestrial interventions. The magazine adopts a stance of open inquiry, presenting various accounts and encouraging further investigation. There is a clear interest in the scientific and historical aspects of these phenomena, as evidenced by the inclusion of the paleolithic sky map and the historical note on airships. The editorial approach seems to be to document and analyze these events, even when explanations are elusive, suggesting a belief in the importance of these mysteries for understanding our world and potentially our place in the universe.

This issue of "ACTUALITES" from CFRU focuses heavily on unidentified flying objects (OVNIs) and related phenomena, with numerous reports from France and Spain during late 1980 and early 1981. The magazine also includes articles on scientific endeavors, unusual occurrences, and a bibliography of relevant books.

Key Articles and Reports

OVNI géant dans le ciel de Valence

This article details a sighting in Valence, France, on a Wednesday evening. A couple reported observing a large, illuminated, ovoid-shaped object of yellowish color with two points at the ends. The object hovered silently for approximately three minutes before accelerating northwards at high speed and disappearing into the night. The witnesses described the object as ten times the size of a large airplane. Another witness, the personal secretary to the prefect of Drôme, corroborated the sighting. The police have opened an investigation and contacted the G.E.P.A.N. (Groupe d'étude des phénomènes aérospatiaux non identifiés) in Toulouse for their assessment.

OVNI dans les Pyrénées

A round-looking unidentified flying object was sighted in the region of Ceret (Pyrénées-Orientales) by a group of hunters. They reported seeing a brilliant object emitting 'sparkling radiation' that remained almost motionless at a distance of about 500 meters. The silent OVNI moved slowly towards the north and disappeared after a few minutes.

Avion contre ovni

An article reports that a fighter jet pursued an unidentified flying object (OVNI) on January 4th in the region of Cáceres, Estremadure, Spain. A witness observed the jet chasing the OVNI. The object was described as glowing violently and having a greenish or white color. The 'saucer' was flying faster than the jet, estimated at 1600 km/h.

OVNI (aussi) sur l'Espagne

An unidentified flying object was seen on a Saturday night by residents of Cortegana, a town in the mountainous region of Huelva province, southern Spain. The town's doctor described the object as spherical and moving at high speed without making noise, at an altitude of about two hundred meters. The previous night, several similar objects were reportedly seen over France and Portugal.

Dialogue avec les extra-terrestres

This section discusses Soviet scientists preparing to communicate with extraterrestrials. They plan to send electromagnetic signals to approximately 15 planets outside the solar system within the next three months. The Soviets believe extraterrestrial existence is possible based on scientific knowledge in astronomy, physics, chemistry, and biology. The signals will reportedly depict 'cosmic landscapes representing the sun as seen from the planets that surround it'.

Les extra-terrestres venaient de la mer...

According to a Spanish OVNI specialist, José Benitez, OVNIs sighted in southern Europe in December likely emerged from the sea near Casablanca. Benitez, a journalist and author, claims over a hundred OVNIs, mostly circular and orange, were detected on military radar screens between December 7-8 and December 24-28 in the Huelva, Cadiz, and Seville regions. They generally followed a horizontal trajectory, sometimes less than 200 meters from the ground. Benitez also reports a case where an object landed on a farm, and three tall beings emerged, leaving a 15-meter diameter circle of scorched earth.

Un OVNI dans le ciel de Flaxlanden?

An inhabitant of Zillisheim, M. Lucien Fluck, reported seeing a bright disk in the sky towards Flaxlanden around 10 PM on a Monday. He described it as too large to be a star, with three green points forming a triangle on its circumference, and it was immobile and silent. When he went to get binoculars, the disk had disappeared.

Mystérieux ovni en Touraine et dans la Gironde

Numerous residents in Touraine reported observing a strange phenomenon on a Thursday evening around 10 PM. They described a large white-orange ball moving from south to north, followed by numerous smaller balls, moving at a regular and rapid speed at a low altitude. Similar sightings were reported in the Vienne and Deux-Sèvres departments. One hypothesis suggested a satellite disintegrating. In the Sud-Ouest region, multiple witnesses reported unidentified flying objects moving in formation shortly after 10 PM. Two airline crews sighted luminous objects moving at high speed in the Bordeaux-Tours axis. Pilots initially thought they were fighter jets with landing lights on, but noted they were moving backward. The Bordeaux newspaper 'Sud-Ouest' received about fifty calls reporting luminous points flying in formation or a luminous swarm moving from southwest to northeast.

Observés aussi en Normandie

Several luminous points, grouped like flying in formation, were observed vertically above Molay-Littry, near Bayeux (Calvados), on a Thursday evening around 10 PM. Witnesses described them as 'fireworks' that performed a long ascending curve before disappearing into the clouds. The phenomenon lasted about two minutes. Local authorities suggested these might be the same objects observed in the Bordeaux region around the same time.

OVNI dans le ciel du Val-de-Marne

Three inhabitants of Bonneuil-sur-Marne (Val-de-Marne) reported spotting three unidentified flying objects between 5:30 AM and 7 AM. They described two 'stars', one very large, connected by something, with a bright white-yellow core. A third object, red, yellow, and green, appeared later, moving slowly and stopping before turning. The witnesses claim to have taken photos, but neither the gendarmerie nor the police were alerted, and air traffic control did not detect the objects.

Ovnis en Seine-et-Marne

The gendarmerie of Seine-et-Marne is investigating a report of two OVNI evolutions observed for two hours above the woods of Montge-en-Goële. Witnesses described two large balls, one emitting a blue and orange light beam, moving at high speed laterally, while the second, blue, moved parallel to it at a lower altitude. The OVNI had disappeared by the time the gendarmes arrived, and a call for witnesses has been issued.

Entre Weckolsheim et Dessenheim

Three residents of Rouffach claim to have encountered an OVNI. M. A. S., aged 25, described a flying saucer, perfectly identifiable, hovering about 50 cm above the road, with a band of intense blue light around its perimeter. The object moved slowly towards them, causing panic. The witness reversed his car, hitting a kilometer marker, and fled. He later returned with his father but found no trace.

Du Sundgau à la Corse

An inhabitant of Sundgau reported seeing a green luminous ball moving from north to south on November 11th around 7 PM, appearing to crash beyond Walheim. Another car's occupants also observed it. The same phenomenon was reportedly seen in South Corsica that evening, where a ten-meter diameter fireball crossed the sky for 45 seconds. Sightings were also reported in Nice, Marseille, and Rome.

Dialogue avec les O.V.N.I.

In Lerida, Spain, several unidentified flying objects (OVNIs) reportedly responded to blue light signals from police officers. The objects, which remained in the sky for an hour and a half, emitted intermittent light signals in response to the police's flashing lights. They disappeared with the first light of dawn.

Les extra-terrestres s'intéressent-ils à notre pétrole ?

Workers at an Esso-Rep oil drilling site in Vulaines-les-Provins reported a visit from an OVNI. The greenish object had two large headlights that blinked as it hovered vertically above the installations. The noise from the machinery prevented observers from determining if the object was silent. The OVNI eventually resumed its course at high speed.

Un objet lumineux dans le ciel de Château-Thierry

Several people observed a luminous ball in the sky above Château-Thierry. The object remained stationary at high altitude for about ten minutes before moving higher and disappearing. The stationary nature of the phenomenon led observers to rule out the possibility of aircraft landing lights.

Trois enfants aperçoivent un ovni près de Vertus

Three young girls reported seeing a spherical object with blue lights at the front, red at the rear, and red and blue lights around its perimeter, moving silently and at high speed near Vertus (Marne). They described it as jumping and forming spirals. The observation lasted about a minute.

Ovni au-dessus de Rotterdam

Four Dutch police officers reportedly observed an unidentified flying object (OVNI) in the port of Rotterdam. The object, shaped like a rocket and leaving a condensation trail, remained silently in the same spot for several minutes.

USA ESPACE INFORMATION: Première sortie de Columbia

This section reports on the transfer of the space shuttle 'Columbia' to its launch pad at Cape Canaveral on December 29, 1980. The shuttle, equipped with its two rockets and giant tank, moved vertically on a tracked platform at a speed of 1.6 km/h, taking seven hours to cover 5.6 km. Its first test flight was scheduled for March 14th.

Un visage sur Mars

An electronic image taken by a satellite of Mars revealed a human-like face formation. American astronomers are intrigued, with some suggesting natural erosion of rocks, while others consider the possibility of an 'intelligent or deliberate construction'. The image, presented at an astronomy congress, was deemed 'interesting' but lacking sufficient detail for definitive conclusions.

Une maison envahie par le mercure

This article details a perplexing case in Erize-la-Petite, Meuse, France, where a couple, M. and Mme Jean Maury, discovered numerous droplets of mercury throughout their house. The phenomenon began in September and continued for months, with mercury found in various locations including cupboards, a bathroom, a saturator, a vase, and even on a cyclocross trophy. Despite investigations by medical and social services, no natural explanation was found. A chemical expert stated that mercury is not volatile and cannot spontaneously generate, suggesting a possible source from a broken barometer in the attic, or potentially malice.

Mystérieux esprit frappeur dans une H.L.M. de Melun

A mysterious 'poltergeist' phenomenon was reported in a collective housing building in Melun (Seine-et-Marne). Residents heard unusual knocks coming from inside the walls. The 'spirit' reportedly responded to police interrogations by knocking three times for three knocks and two for two. Firefighters found nothing behind the walls when they made a hole, and the knocking ceased.

Étranges vibrations dans un appartement

Residents of an apartment building in Dijon reported 'strange noises and vibrations' affecting a single apartment since the beginning of the week. The police, civil protection, and hygiene services investigated but found nothing abnormal. Gas and water companies also conducted checks, all yielding negative results.

Mercure meusien : On attend que... le phénomène se reproduise

This follow-up article on the mercury case in Meuse reports that analyses have confirmed the presence of mercury but have not identified its origin. Samples of water and heating system water were sent to a laboratory in Nancy, which ruled out the central heating radiator and a nearby well as sources. While this provided some relief regarding the water supply, the origin of the mercury remains a mystery. Some suggest paranormal phenomena, while others seek a rational explanation. The authorities have removed all mercury droplets from the teachers' home to see if the phenomenon recurs.

Voyages au pays des « terres suspendues la tête en bas »

This piece discusses potential tourist trips to observe mirages of 'suspended lands' near the Solovetzkiye Islands in the White Sea. Soviet radio reports that these optical illusions, showing unknown landmasses upside down, appear annually in the summer and are regularly recorded by meteorological services. The regularity of these phenomena may soon allow for organized tourist observations.

Check-list de l'enquêteur

This section provides a detailed checklist for UFO investigators, outlining key points to note during an observation. It covers details such as witness information, date, time, location, weather conditions, object characteristics (shape, color, size, speed, altitude, behavior), sounds, electromagnetic effects, physical traces, and any contact with authorities or photographic evidence.

LECTURES

This section lists numerous books related to UFOs, extraterrestrials, and related phenomena, along with their authors and publishers. It serves as a bibliography for readers interested in further research.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently reports on UFO sightings and alleged extraterrestrial encounters, presenting these as phenomena worthy of investigation. There is a clear interest in scientific explanations, but also an openness to more unconventional theories, including paranormal explanations. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry, encouraging readers to report their own observations and providing resources for further study through the book listings. The publication aims to document and analyze these unusual events, often highlighting the lack of definitive explanations and the ongoing search for answers.