Project 10073 Record — Elk Creek, Missouri, 17 January 1967

This document file contains records regarding a UFO sighting reported by a civilian in Elk Creek, Missouri, on January 17, 1967. The witness reported observing a green globe-shaped object with red appendages at approximately 7:30 PM, estimating it to be about three-quarters of a mile away. The witness believed the object was preparing to land in nearby timber and hills. The report was processed under Project 10073. Because the initial report was directed to the White House, it was flagged as 'Presidential' by internal staff. The Foreign Technology Division (FTD) of the Air Force subsequently contacted the witness on March 15, 1967, informing them that the provided information was insufficient for a scientific evaluation and requesting that they complete a formal FTD Form 164 to provide further details. The file includes the original Project 10073 record, a formal letter from Colonel James C. Manatt, a memo routing slip noting the 'Presidential' nature of the inquiry, a letter from Colonel William E. Poe regarding the referral from the President's office, and a hand-drawn sketch and letter from the witness describing the object.