CIA and a citizen UFO inquiry

Summary

In 1973, the CIA received a communication from a citizen interested in an alleged extraterrestrial message. The individual, identified as Davidson, insisted the message was genuine and requested official support for its translation. The agency warned him that using official letterheads without permission could be problematic. Davidson, though persistent, was described as polite and determined. The CIA suggested that other units, such as ATIC, attempt to satisfy his concerns.

The document reflects the CIA's concern about maintaining institutional credibility and avoiding misunderstandings. Davidson sought clear answers and official collaboration, but the agency chose not to directly engage. Instead, it encouraged other divisions to handle the case with care. The communication ends with a call to avoid giving a negative impression of the government in response to the citizen's insistence.