Round UFO seen over Chicago in 1959

Summary

A silent round object was sighted over Chicago on July 9, 1959. A witness described it as an orange ball the size of a pinhead, moving horizontally without making any noise. The sighting lasted 3 to 4 minutes and occurred from the back porch of the witness's home, who worked at an industrial supply company. Although no photos or radar were used, the officer in charge considered the witness reliable.

The report classified the object as "possibly an aircraft," as it showed characteristics similar to a plane flying at high altitude. However, no follow-up or additional investigations were conducted due to the lack of information. This case is an example of how UFO reports were often filed without clear resolution, even when the witnesses were deemed credible.