Project 10073 Record Card and Correspondence Regarding Stony Meteorite - Shiloh, Ohio

This document details the investigation of a stone found in Shiloh, Ohio, in July 1957, which was initially suspected by a civilian to be a meteorite. The object was submitted to the Air Technical Intelligence Center (ATIC) for analysis. The investigation involved multiple departments, including the Air Weapon Materials Branch, and utilized the expertise of mineralogists from the Battelle Institute. Initial internal correspondence from July 15, 1957, acknowledged the receipt of the stone and noted that while it appeared to be a meteorite, it was estimated to be over 100 years old and held no intelligence value regarding UFOs. Subsequent technical examination by Drs. D. T. Williams and Charles B. Solar concluded that the stone was not a meteorite. The final report, dated October 17, 1957, clarified that the object was likely a volcanic 'bomb' or a piece of indurated sedimentary rock, possibly containing a fossil, which had been transported to its location by glacial activity. The document includes correspondence between the Air Force and the civilian owner, who repeatedly requested the return of the object. The Air Force confirmed that the stone would be returned and expressed appreciation for the owner's cooperation. The file also contains photographic documentation of the stone, which was used to support the analysis of its surface characteristics, specifically the absence of aerodynamic flow lines typical of meteorites.