September 1982
The September 1982 issue of the Australian UFO Bulletin. 17 pages. Fourth anniversary of Valentich disappearance (official report: 'reason for the disappearance has not been determined'). 'Star Map Hypothesis Still Viable' (Dr. Louis Winkler, Penn State Astronomy, defending the Fish/Hill star map against new criticism).
In This Issue
Editorial: Valentich Fourth Anniversary
Pages 1
“October 21, 1982, is the fourth anniversary of the greatest mystery in Australian aviation history.” On 27 April 1982, the official report was released: “The reason for the disappearance of the aircraft has not been determined.”
Star Map Hypothesis Still Viable (Dr. Louis Winkler, Penn State)
Pages 5-8
Academic paper defending the Marjorie Fish interpretation of Betty Hill’s star map against new criticisms based on Bonneau et al.'s speckle interferometry observations suggesting Zeta 1 and/or Zeta 2 Reticuli may be binary stars.
1956 Hughenden, NW Queensland Encounter
Pages 9
Sketch of a UFO craft encountered in late 1956 at Hughenden, northwest Queensland. Object described with “mauve pink hull” and “mauve white dome”, plus “a tube with delta shape end.” Interior view sketch also included.
Book Review: “The Interrupted Journey” (John Auchettl)
Pages 10-12
Auchettl’s detailed review of John G. Fuller’s 1966 book about Betty and Barney Hill.
Betty Hill Still Active
Pages 8-9
Update on Betty Hill’s continued UFO research and advocacy activities.
MUFON Symposium Cases Reviewed
Pages 12-14
Cases from the MUFON Symposium, including references to Steven Michelak (Falcon Lake, 1967) and various international cases.
Mystery Circles (UFORUM)
Discussion of the continuing mystery circle phenomenon.
Notable Quotes
“The reason for the disappearance of the aircraft has not been determined.” Official Valentich report
“Hundreds of people reported dozens of UFOs during that same day and night.” Editorial
“The grounds for rejection of the Fish hypothesis is both premature and too severe.” Dr. Winkler (on Fish star map)
