Case [illegible] (Closed) — Dr. Leon Davidson

This internal memorandum concerns the persistent inquiries of a Dr. Leon Davidson regarding a so-called 'space' message. The author of the memo expresses significant frustration with Dr. Davidson, noting that he is 'on our backs again' and demanding a verbatim translation of the message and the identification of the transmitter. The document references a previous letter sent to Davidson by Captain Wallace W. Elwood of the USAF/ATIC, dated August 5, 1957. In that letter, Captain Elwood informed Davidson that the message was actually identifiable Morse code originating from a known, licensed United States radio station. Despite this explanation, Davidson remains unsatisfied, arguing that the characteristics of the sounds on the tape recording do not match Morse code. The author of the memo urges the recipient to obtain the requested translation and transmitter information from ATIC to 'dismiss this man once and for all.' The memo highlights the risk that if the information is not provided, Davidson will use his possession of official government letterhead to publish an article in a 'space magazine' criticizing the Air Force for concealing information regarding flying saucers. The author concludes by noting that Davidson is not a fool and that ATIC's previous attempts to satisfy him with standard operating procedures have been ineffective.