Odd Socks and Unrequited Love

1st June 2015

This month Dr Jackson has asked his assistants to help answer some of the questions sent in by concerned readers.   Dear Dr Jackson. I recently purchased some new clothing and, in an attempt to lose my reputation of being predictable and unadventurous and other such uncomplimentary names, I bought several pairs of black socks with the latest fashion in striped toes. Very daring I have to say! But they…

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A look at the Lunar Module

The Lunar Module could be considered as the ‘workhorse’ of SHADO’s space operations. The only craft capable of transporting supplies, equipment and crew to Moonbase, it features in many of the episodes and is a typical product of the design team with its chunky, yet streamlined frame and large cargo compartment. A modelmaker’s delight, and good fun to draw as well! There are several accounts that purport to give an…

1st June 2015
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Exposed: the debut of Paul Foster

I don’t intend to delve deeply into the biography of Michael Billington in this issue; that has been done far more effectively in other places. What I would like to attempt however, is to look at how the character of Paul Foster developed over the course of the series. Most UFO fans will already be well aware that the introduction of Paul Foster became necessary after the dismissal of Franco…

1st June 2015
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Exposed: Drabbles

1st June 2015

1. Paul Foster climbed into the jet. Jim, his co-pilot, started the check procedure. “Take off in two minutes.” “Roger”, Foster murmured. He had an uncomfortable feeling while the test plane rolled into her start position. “What’s the matter, Paul?” Jim asked while they waited for the take-off clearance from the tower. “Don’t know, but … last night I had the nightmare of the UFO again.” “Oh that”, his comrade…

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The Virginia Monologues: 6

1st June 2015

Her. Ever since that first meeting, when we discussed the Utronic equipment and I offered to show him everything in intimate detail, I have been watching him. I know what he intends. I have seen the requisition to security –ordering an identification card for a new recruit. Even now I am anticipating a phone call to his office, the presentation of that card with my name on it. My passport…

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Ed Straker reads your stars

1st June 2015

Commander Ed Straker reads your stars: This month, due to the increased activity from the alien foe, I have asked a reliable member of the organisation to give a personal astrological reading for each star sign. He has taken time from his very busy schedule to calculate these readings and I trust that Herald readers will find them satisfactory. The June Horoscope Capricorn: 22nd Dec – 19thJan The weekend is…

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