Under stjarnorna - 1998 No 6

Magazine Overview

Title: Under Stjärnorna
Issue: Number 6
Date: May 1998
Publisher: UFO-Karlskrona
Type: Member magazine for UFO-Karlskrona.

Editor's Note: A Call for Engagement

The editor, Anders Sjölander, expresses disappointment with the low turnout at a recent UFO-Karlskrona meeting, with only five people attending the end-of-year review and planning session. He emphasizes that achieving goals requires active participation and teamwork, rather than passive waiting for others to act. Sjölander also notes that the organization has received positive feedback on its website (http://www.ufo.se/karlskrona) and mentions that the UFO-Karlskrona organization has received several reports of recent observations in the area, with plans to investigate some of these cases on a small scale next year.

UFO-Sverige News

Sydostträff 6: UFO-Sverige is organizing its presumed last 'Sydostträff' (Southeast Meeting) on June 13th at 11:00 AM at Mösjöhults hembygdsgård. The preliminary program includes an introduction, a presentation on the Ante Jonsson UFO case by Clas Svahn, a lunch break, a discussion on ongoing research into the Ante Jonsson case by Ola Johansson, another break, and a presentation on the history of flying saucer films. The afternoon session will feature Richard Svensson, a short break, and a presentation by Mikael G Petersson on 'UFO contacts – what factors influence us when meeting the unknown?', followed by a discussion. Mandatory pre-registration is required by June 9th. Contact Paulo Lewenhagen at 0455-20062 for more information and accommodation possibilities.

Exhibition in Falkenberg: Volunteer staff are sought for an exhibition in Falkenberg from June 25th to August 9th. Free accommodation is offered. Interested individuals should contact Paulo Lewenhagen at 0455-20062.

UFO-Karlskrona News and Activities

Activity Report for 1998: The magazine details the planned and past activities of UFO-Karlskrona for 1998, divided into Spring and Autumn schedules.

• Spring: Activities included monthly board meetings, film viewings and discussions on topics like Roswell, pyramids and UFOs, NASA's theory on life on Mars, a coffee meeting, the Sydostträff in Björkshult, the annual meeting, a presentation on close encounters of the third kind, a planning conference, a lecture on telekinesis by Anders Sjölander, a presentation on crop circles by Elin Henriksson, the national assembly in Ludvika, and a review of the Roswell theme for the autumn. The spring season concluded with a meeting and a summer break.
• Autumn: Planned activities include board meetings, a thematic start on Roswell, continued discussions and presentations on Roswell, and a review of the Roswell findings.
• Summer: Two grill evenings are planned for June 25th (or Bryggarberget) and July 30th, both at Knösö.

OBS! Roswell Theme Work: Members interested in participating in the autumn's Roswell theme work are urged to contact Paulo Lewenhagen. Participants can choose to explore the UFO theory or more accepted scientific explanations and gather arguments and material accordingly.

Book Sale: A final call is made for purchasing the books "UFO-Gåtan" and "Uppslagsboken." Interested parties must contact Anders Sjölander by June 6th.

UFO Articles

Interview with Clas Svahn (Chairman of UFO-Sverige): Svahn describes himself as an investigator and critical examiner of the UFO phenomenon, not a believer or skeptic. He states that he has not found evidence for the extraterrestrial hypothesis despite 25 years of work but is open to re-evaluating his stance if new facts emerge. He notes that his role as chairman is demanding, consuming about four hours daily. Svahn refers readers to an Expressen Sunday magazine article from May 24th for details about a personal UFO sighting. He maintains his critical stance, noting that his views from the mid-1970s remain consistent. For a new association, Svahn advises field research, interviewing witnesses, analyzing cases, and avoiding premature labeling of phenomena as UFOs. He stresses the importance of social interaction and encourages members to communicate with the board.

• Recommended Internet Sites:
• http://www.magonia.demon.co.uk/: For the psychosocial aspects of UFO phenomena, featuring an archive of articles from the 1970s onwards, discussing abduction phenomena and the influence of sci-fi films.
• http://www.sokaren.se: A spiritual magazine where one can find information on new books, events, and subscriptions. The editor, Sven Magnusson, also notes that "Sökaren" is a forum for discussions on kundalini yoga and astrology.

Other Articles

Biological Evidence for a Pleasant Image of God: This article discusses the ideas of Norwegian-Swedish astronomer Arne Wyller, who proposes that the universe is built from atoms and that humans are physically and spiritually connected to the cosmos. Wyller suggests that a 'conscious field' outside of humanity, rather than Darwinian randomness, explains the origin of new species. He believes that scientific discoveries in biology will prove the existence of this 'divine' field, which has a more abstract and limited character than traditional religious concepts. Wyller's work draws from philosophers like Plato and Aristotle and is echoed in books like "The Conscious Universe." The article notes that a significant number of scientists and humanists now accept the idea of a cosmic intelligence. Wyller, grandson of August Strindberg, uses a lyrical style in his writing.

With the Future in the Rearview Mirror #1: This section begins a series that looks at past beliefs about astronomy, ufology, and the future. It includes an excerpt from a 1952 article in the magazine "Allt" titled "Beyond the Last Frontier." The article discusses the potential development of a human-made satellite within 10-15 years, which could serve as a powerful tool for peace or a weapon of war. It describes this artificial moon as a fast-moving star visible from Earth, orbiting at an altitude of 1,795 km above the Earth, completing its orbit in two hours. The satellite's speed is estimated at 7 km per second, or 25,486 km/h, which is 20 times the speed of sound.

Picture: A description of an astronomical event observed on December 14th by Italian/Dutch astronomers, where an explosion occurred 12 light-years from Earth, described as more radiant than the entire universe and the most powerful event since the Big Bang.

Contact Information

Under Stjärnorna: Published monthly. Editor and publisher: Anders Sjölander. Contact details provided, including address, phone number, and email.

UFO-Karlskrona: Contact person Ove Ekhav, Chairman Paulo Lewenhagen, Secretary Elin Henriksson, Treasurer Anders Sjölander. Website: http://www.ufo.se/karlskrona.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently promotes active participation and critical examination within the UFO community. There's a strong emphasis on research, discussion, and sharing information, as seen in the detailed event schedules and the call for members to contribute to the Roswell theme work. The editorial stance appears to be one of open-minded investigation rather than blind belief, as exemplified by Clas Svahn's interview. The inclusion of historical articles and scientific discussions, like Arne Wyller's theories, broadens the scope beyond simple UFO sightings, suggesting an interest in the philosophical and scientific implications of the phenomenon.