Boston Traveler breaks the Betty and Barney Hill story

When

The Boston Traveler began a five-day series by reporter John H. Luttrell, opening on its front page, on the Hills' claim that they were taken aboard a craft in 1961. The Hills had not consented; the series made them nationally known and preceded John G. Fuller's book on the case.

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  1. PressWishing a happy 60th anniversary to N.H.'s contribution to the 'flying saucer' craze of the 50s and 60s (Dean Shalhoup) (opens in a new tab)The Nashua Telegraph / 2021-09-18
  2. OtherThe Abduction of Betty and Barney Hill (opens in a new tab)Boston Public Library / 2025-10-30

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This reports on Betty and Barney Hill encounter (19 Sep 1961).

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