Jim Moseley, 'Saucer Smear' Editor, Passes Away

The self-described supreme commander of the shockingly close to the truth 'Saucer Smear' died November 16 at a Key West, Fla., hospital. He was diagnosed with cancer of the esophagus and was 81 years old.

James W. Moseley released his first publication covering the antics surrounding saucers some 60 years ago. The 'Saucer Smear' eventually became the oldest continuously running publication of its genre.

Moseley was a writer known for his critical, humorous and sarcastic takes on UFO-related subject matter. His 'Saucer Smear' “non-scheduled newsletter” subsequently framed the often bizarre stories circulating throughout the UFO community in similarly bizarre contexts. His views and writing style were demonstrated in pieces with such titles as 'A Classic UFO Picture That Can Absolutely Be Assumed to Be Genuine', 'Starchild DNA Tests Show Something or Other' and 'Budd Hopkins Abducted by Jesus'.

Moseley was a popular guest on podcasts and was frequently sought for interviews. His controversial contributions to the UFO genre and their longevity virtually assure he and his work will continue to attract attention for years to come.

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Originally posted on Examiner.