Se upp!

Magazine Overview

'Se upp!' is the information and contact organ of the Västerås Tvärvetenskapliga Förening (VTF), with this issue being Number 1 of Volume 5, dated 1980. The magazine covers a range of interdisciplinary topics including UFO phenomena, space research, meteorology, parapsychology, chemistry, astronomy, and archaeology. The cover prominently displays the title 'Se upp!' and lists the various fields of study the organization engages in.

Editorial Stance and Content

The editorial on page 2, titled 'Som Sagt!', announces the upcoming annual meeting of VTF on February 13th at Råbygården. It highlights the difficult task of the nomination committee in finding a new chairman and vice-chairman, and encourages members to volunteer for board positions. The editorial also notes that the current issue of 'Se upp!' contains all the necessary documents for the annual meeting.

A statement on page 2 emphasizes that all work within the association is voluntary and unpaid. Consequently, the quality of printing and appearance of the magazine are considered secondary, and textual errors such as misspellings and grammatical mistakes are to be tolerated.

Annual Report 1979

Pages 4-7 detail the "Verksamhetsberättelse 1979" (Activity Report 1979) and the financial statements. The board held 4 meetings, and the association published 5 issues of 'Se upp!' during the year. Membership stood at 49 at year-end, with 20 members aged 7-25. The association organized 19 member meetings, including 9 youth meetings. The UFO group participated in a field research course and investigated 3 UFO cases, with two being quickly explained as known phenomena. Guest speakers covered topics such as parapsychology (Arne Groth), astronomy, and parapsychology again. The association also gave lectures in schools.

The financial report (Balanserat årsbokslut för verksamhetsåret 1979) on page 6 shows total expenses of 5,191:51 SEK and total income of 5,191:51 SEK for 1979. Key expenses included membership fees to national organizations (UFO-Sverige, Föreningen för Psykobiofysik), speaker fees, travel reimbursements, telephone costs, and printing/distribution of 'Se upp'. Income was primarily from membership fees, lecture fees, and voluntary contributions. The association had 403:20 SEK in cash and 1,158:64 SEK in its postgiro account as of December 31, 1979.

The board for 1979 consisted of Jan Eriksen (Chairman), Paulus Antila (Vice Chairman), Anna Carin Roos (Secretary), Heidi Chanachowicz (Vice Secretary), Karl-Erik Karlsson (Treasurer), and several board members and substitutes. The report concludes with thanks to the members for their trust and support.

The auditors' report (Revisionsberättelse) on page 7, dated January 19, 1980, confirms that the accounts, cash book, payment orders, and bank records for the period January 1 to December 31, 1979, have been reviewed. The auditors recommend that the annual meeting grant the board discharge from liability for the period covered by the report.

Membership and Fees

Page 3 outlines the annual fees for 1980: 50 SEK for adults and 15 SEK for youth/pensioners. Subscriptions for 'UFO-INFORMATION' are handled directly by the magazine, costing 60 SEK per year. The page also mentions the 'UFO-Sveriges stödfond' (Support Fund), a separate fund for grant-giving managed by an independent person.

Bylaws

Pages 8 and 9 contain the statutes (Stadgar) of the Västerås Tvärvetenskapliga Förening (VTF). Key points include:

• Name: Västerås Tvärvetenskapliga Förening (VTF).
• Objectives (§2): To activate, research, and inform in seven areas: UFO research, astronomy, space research, meteorology, archaeology, parapsychology, and chemistry.
• Membership (§3): Open to all upon payment of the annual fee. Membership ceases upon request, non-payment of fees by the first quarter, or discrediting the association.
• Neutrality (§4): VTF is neutral regarding politics, religion, and race, but this does not preclude activities related to belief systems.
• Board (§5): Elected by the annual meeting, typically nine members, including a chairman, vice-chairman, treasurer, and secretary elected directly. The board meets at least quarterly.
• Fiscal Year (§6): The fiscal year coincides with the calendar year. The board is responsible for the activity report and financial statements.
• Treasurer (§7): Responsible for keeping accounts and managing the postgiro and bank accounts, with the chairman co-signing the postgiro account.
• Auditors (§8): Two auditors elected by the annual meeting, responsible for reviewing the accounts.
• Annual Meeting (§9): The highest decision-making body, held before the end of February. A notice must be sent to members at least 8 days prior. The agenda includes opening, election of officers, review of reports, and election of the new board and auditors.
• Amendments (§10): Changes to statutes require a 2/3 majority vote at two consecutive meetings, one of which must be the annual meeting.
• Dissolution (§11): Dissolution requires a 2/3 majority vote at two consecutive meetings with at least two months between them. Remaining assets are to be used to further the association's objectives.

Future Content and Membership Reminder

Page 10 previews upcoming content for the next 'Se upp!', including a report from the annual meeting, a section on 'Planeterne 1980', and the program 'SVENSK UFO-80'. It concludes with a reminder for members to pay their membership fees to ensure they receive the next issue.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue revolve around the activities and administration of the Västerås Tvärvetenskapliga Förening. The editorial stance emphasizes the voluntary nature of the work and the importance of interdisciplinary research, particularly in the field of UFO studies. There is a clear focus on organizational matters, including membership, board elections, financial reporting, and adherence to bylaws. The magazine serves as a communication channel for members, providing updates on meetings, reports, and future plans, while also soliciting contributions and encouraging active participation.

This document is a flyer or announcement for member meetings and events related to the Råbygården and the Västerås Tvärvetenskapliga Förening. The primary focus is on regular monthly meetings and specific events like night observations.

Member Meetings

The main announcement is for "MEDLEMSMÖTEN" (Member Meetings) held at "RÅBYGÅRDEN". These meetings take place "Den andra onsdag i varje månad!" (The second Wednesday of every month!) at "KL.199" (7 PM).

Night Observations

Additionally, the document announces "Nattobservation lördagar i jämn vecka." (Night observations Saturdays in even-numbered weeks.). A specific note indicates that the observation scheduled for "den 9 februari" (February 9th) was "inställt" (cancelled). The next scheduled observation was for "den 22 Mars" (March 22nd).

Västerås Tvärvetenskapliga Förening

The "Västerås Tvärvetenskapliga Förening" (Västerås Interdisciplinary Association) is featured, with several areas of interest depicted graphically. These include:

• Rymdforskning (Space Research)
• UFO-fenomen (UFO Phenomenon)
• Astronomi (Astronomy)
• Forntidsforskning (Ancient Research)
• Parapsykologi (Parapsychology)
• Kemi (Chemistry)
• Meteorologi (Meteorology)

The graphic associated with Parapsychology includes symbols for '0+', '≈', and '□'.

Location and Map

A map is provided to guide attendees to "Råbygården", located at "Pilfinksgatan 3" within "RÅBY CENTRUM". The map shows surrounding streets such as "Lövhagsgatan", "Rabyleden", "Lövsångargatan", and "Råbykorset". It also indicates the presence of "BUSS 14.15" routes, a "GULF" petrol station, and "STAN" (likely referring to the city center or a specific area).

Other mentioned locations include "HAMNEN" (Harbor), "INDUSTRI LEDEN" (Industrial Road), "NYNÄS", and "Fredriksbergsgatan", suggesting the broader geographical context of the area.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes are community gatherings (member meetings), scientific and pseudoscientific interests (UFOs, astronomy, parapsychology), and practical information (location, transport). The editorial stance appears to be informative and community-oriented, promoting participation in the association's activities and events.