Comic books April 1962

Cover by Jon D'Agostino. Archie-style teen comedy featuring Freddy and his gang of clean-cut yet trouble-prone pals. Freddy decides to enlist in the ROTC, but he's not ready for the Army, and the Army's not ready for Freddy. Once Freddy's in uniform, no one believes that he's actually a soldier, not even Peggy or Stuff. But when Stuff enlists too, that's one soldier too many. Nick the Beatnik is hired by a farmer to scare away crows with his bongos. The Army Knows Best; Bombs Away; A-Camping We Will Go; Capt. Corey's Cursiousity Corner; Freddy's Puzzle Page; Freddy's Color Page; Nick the Beat: Like Corn, Man; Time Out For Laughs; Gag Time! 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Volume 25, Issue 12 - April, 1962. Photo cover. True crime articles, stories and photos. 8 1/2-in. x 11 1/4-in., 82 p, B&W Cover price $0.25.

Men's magazine featuring articles on true crime, and politics. 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 66 pages, B&W Cover price $0.50.

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April 1962. Cover by Gaughan. Stories: "A Planet for Plundering" by Jack Williamson, "Big Baby" by Jack Sharkey, "Founding Father" by J. F. Bone, "Star-Crossed Lover" by William W. Stuart, "The Tail-Tied Kings" by Avram Davidson, "The Long, Silvery Day" by Magnus Ludens, "Gourmet" by Allen Kim Lang, and "Moondog" by Arthur C. Clarke. 5.25-in. x 7.5-in.; 194 Pages, B&W. NOTE: Cover claims 196 pages, this includes the covers. Cover price $0.50.

Initially titled "Jem" until some time in the late 50's-early 60s. Men's interest magazine with fiction, articles and pictorials. 8-in. x 11-in., 72 pages, B&W with color on some pictorial pages. Mature readers. Cover price $1.25.

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Volume 6, Issue 4 - April, 1962. Vintage men's interest magazine that features short fiction stories, music reviews, adult humor comics, interviews, fashion, and nude pin-up photography. This issue with a Charles Willeford story, "The Sin of Integrity". 8" x 11", 76 pages, mostly B&W with some color pages. -MATURE READERS- Cover price $0.50.

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Cover by Joe Sinnott and Vince Colletta. Stories and art by Joe Sinnott, Vince Colletta, Bill Molno, and Rocco "Rocke" Mastroserio. The Godzilla-ish sea monster from the 1961 B-movie becomes the star of this cult-classic Charlton monster comic. The tentacled fish-men of sunken Atlantis declare war on the surface world, in a story (and cover) with art by future Fantastic Four legend Joe Sinnott. But first they must get past Gorgo and his monstrous mother. And the Sea Spewed Death; Soul for Sale; Monsters of the Deep; Sea Serpents - Legends or Fact? 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.12.

Add to cart CGC 5.0 $70.00 View scans Paper: Cream Slab: Significant front/back scuff(s) Label #0001997011

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Cover pencils by Gil Kane, inks by Murphy Anderson. Green Lantern's Statue Goes to War!, script by John Broome, pencils by Gil Kane, inks by Joe Giella; Green Lantern is brought to the future again to assume his Pol Manning identity to discover why three generals are trying to overthrow the government. Zero Hour in the Silent City!, script by John Broome, pencils by Gil Kane, inks by Joe Giella; Green Lantern must discover what has stopped all sound in the city. 36 pgs. $0.12. Cover price $0.12.

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Tarzan newsletter by Vernell Coriell. Bill Gilmour bio, stuntman Jock Mahoney becomes Tarzan. 7-in. x 9 3/4-in. 8 Pages B&W.

Sad Sack's Army Life Cover price $0.12.

Cover photo of Richard Boone. Story by Paul S. Newman. Art by Gil Kane, Giovanni Ticci, and Alberto Giolitti. Gunslinger-for-hire Paladin travels the Old West as a bodyguard and freelance do-gooder; based on the popular TV series. Paladin investigates why shipments have stopped coming from a gold mine, and discovers miners have come down with an epidemic. Trying to leave, Paladin is targeted by the town doctor, who thinks he must kill Paladin to stop the plague. Paladin is hired to protect a wealthy man marked for death by an angry town. Plus a story with early art by future Marvel legend Gil Kane. The Gold Plague; Big-Talk Billy; Ned West, Gunsmith: The Exploding Gun; The Dude; Mother Lode Camps. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.12.

Mexican series. Reprints material from Brave and the Bold (1955) #34. Cover by Joe Kubert. 1st Silver Age appearance of Hawkman in "Creature of a Thousand Shapes!", script by Gardner Fox, art by Joe Kubert; Katar and his wife Shayera, police officers from the Planet Thanagar, come to Earth in pursuit of a shape-shifting criminal from their world; Police Commissioner Emmett helps them to establish secret identities, and, after they have succeeded in their mission, helps convince them to stay on Earth. 36 pages, full color, Spanish language.

Volume 15, Issue 4 - April, 1962. 8" x 11", 118 pages, B&W. Cover price $0.50.

Stories and art by Warren Kremer and others. Harvey's mischievous little devil is not as famous as their friendly ghost, but his design became a permanent part of pop culture. Hot Stuff encounters a strange creature in a museum. The Little Devil goes to a land where everyone is shy. The Monster in the Museum; Youre Getting Warmer; Bashful Land; Stumbo: Me and My Big Shadow. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.12.

Cover pencils by Dick Dillin, inks by Sheldon Moldoff. "Hostage of Dimension X," art by Ruben Moreira; A kidnapped scientist tries to help his other-dimensional captors save their universe before it is destroyed, and before they invade our dimension to take it over. One-page Moolah the Mystic story by Henry Boltinoff. "Do You Know Your Neighbors?" public service announcement starring Buzzy, script by Jack Schiff, art by Win Mortimer; Buzzy and his friends learn about the backgrounds of their neighbors through their ethnic customs. Ad for Superman and Superboy Spectaculars. "The Giant in the Obelisk," art by Bill Ely; A legendary giant from an ancient stone obelisk comes to life. Aquaman ad. Science Shorts page by Henry Boltinoff. "The Beam That Transformed Men," pencils by Mort Meskin, inks by George Roussos; A ray beam from an orbiting spaceship causes weird transformations in people and reporter Wes Harris tries to figure out the meaning behind the aliens' actions. Metal Men ad. Mysteries in Space non-fiction cartoon, script by Julius Schwartz. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.12.

Photo cover features Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz. The comedic misadventures of Lucy and Ricky Ricardo, based on the beloved TV sitcom that set the standard for all to follow. Lucy and Ricky try to find space on a crowded beach. Lucy keeps leaving the same "leave more" note for the milkman. So eventually, he just leaves her the entire cow. The Ricardos encounter beatniks. Pizza Pie in the Sky; The Bargain; Cyrus Shy: Self Defense; April Showers; The Beatniks. Final issue of the series. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.15.

Cover by Joe Sinnott and Vince Colletta. Stories and art by Joe Sinnott, Vince Colletta, Rocco "Rocke" Mastroserio and Charles Nicholas. Charlton's long-running romance title showcased the fashions and relationship ideals of its rapidly changing eras. Camilla goes all the way to the rainforest to find out if Nick is still alive. Frank and Denise work together, so they must keep their romance secret. Travel agent Lynn falls for Karl, a client with a secret, in a story with early art by future Fantastic Four legend Joe Sinnott. To Find My Love; We Denied Our Love; Man or Mouse?; Trust a Stranger. 32 pages, Full Color.

One of many vintage supermarket tabloid magazines full of high profile FBI and CIA cases of the era, accompanied by black and white photographs and testimonials from those involved in, and close to the events themselves. 8.5" x 10.5", 58 pages, B&W, recommended for 16+. Cover price $0.25.

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Volume 24, Issue 6 - April 1962. Children's activity and story magazine. Easter Stories and activities! 66 Pages. PC/PB&W. Cover price $0.35.

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Cover pencils by Jack Kirby, inks by Dick Ayers. "The Midnight Monster," pencils by Jack Kirby, inks by Dick Ayers; When handsome, scientist, playboy Victor Avery is rejected by a girl he turns himself into a monster to wreak revenge on her fiancé only to become his own victim. "The Man Who Played Dead!," art by Don Heck; A midget disguises himself as a dummy to gain access to homes to rob them. "Wings of the Butterfly!," art by Joe Sinnott; In the year 2050 Eric Krane is a spaceman who collects butterflies only to find himself trapped on planet where butterflies collect men. "The Speed Demon," script by Stan Lee, art by Steve Ditko; Speedy Sims races his car so recklessly he is doomed to race around the rings of Saturn forever. Ad for Amazing Adult Fantasy. 36 pgs., full color. $0.12. Cover price $0.12.

Cover art by Samm Schwartz. "Sleepy Time Pal," script by Frank Doyle, art by Samm Schwartz; Reggie watches a hypnotist on TV, and much to Archie's surprise, is able to really hypnotize Jughead and makes him his slave. "Card Shark," art by Samm Schwartz; Jughead makes money selling greeting cards. "Rainbow Riddle," script by George Gladir, art by Samm Schwartz; Archie and Jughead race towards the end of a rainbow in search of a pot of gold. "Rub Flub," script by George Gladir, art by Samm Schwartz; Jughead is upset when a magic lamp only gives him two wishes, instead of three. "An Open and Shut Case," script and art by Joe Edwards; Jinx gets a prize from her father. Archie Club News. Statement of Ownership; Average number of copies of each issue of this publication sold or distributed: 238,640. "Let's Join the Ladies," script by Frank Doyle, art by Samm Schwartz; Jughead tries to avoid women. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.12.

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April 1962. Men's magazine with fiction, cartoons and pictorials. 8-in. x 10 3/4-in., 68 pages, B&W and partial color. Mature readers. Cover price $0.50.

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Little Lulus John Stanley takes on teen culture with Kookie, who tries to make sense of those jazz-loving, shades-wearing Beatnik boys at Mama Pappas Expresso house, like Herman the sculptor, Jason the jeweler and Fleahaven the poet. Included in Paul Gravetts 2008 book The Worlds Weirdest Comic Books. Story and layouts by Stanley; art and painted cover by Bill Williams. 36 pages, full color. Cover price $0.15.

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Lassie and Timmy [as portrayed by Jon Provost] photo cover. Intro with a header photo of Timmy and Lassie. The Wild White Yonder, script by Gaylord Du Bois, art by Bob Fujitani; Ruth, Timmy, and Lassie are visiting family in Florida when they learn Paul has had an accident; On the flight home, the plane crashes in snowy mountains. Guest of Honor text story. The Samoyed text article, script by Gaylord Du Bois, art by Bob Fujitani. Blaze Shifts for Himself, script by Gaylord Du Bois, art by Till Goodan; When Ted Bailey is rendered unconscious in a vehicular accident and carried away by passing motorists to safety, Blaze is left to fend for himself, and joins a family of wild burros he defends against a cougar attack. Big Spring, script by Gaylord Du Bois, art by Bob Fujitani; Timmy and his scouting pals go camping but are swept away in a dangerous flood when the aqueduct breaks. The Dalmatian text article Gaylord Du Bois, art by Bob Fujitani. 36 pages, full color. Cover price $0.15.

Cover pencils by Harry Lucey. "The Gentleman," pencils by Harry Lucey; When Reggie tries to be gentlemanly by using Archie's coat for Veronica to step on over a puddle, Archie has to figure out how to get back at his rival. Katy's Fun Page puzzles and quizzes by Bill Woggon. Katy Keene illustration by Bill Woggon. "Big Game Hunters From Space," art by John Giunta; The Jaguar encounters two aliens from space who have been killing animals in the jungle. They agree to leave Earth if he can elude them. Betty and Veronica house ad. "Special Award," script and art by Joe Edwards; Jinx wins an award for blowing the biggest bubblegum bubble and becomes very conceited. Archie Club News. Statement of October 1, 1961; Average number of copies sold during preceding 12 months: 241,416. "Too Much Truth," pencils by Dan De Carlo; Archie gets himself in trouble with his friends and family when the doctor accidentally gives him an injection of truth serum. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.12.

Men's humor digest filled with jokes, gags, cartoons, and tasteful pin-up photography. 5" x 6.5", 98 pages, B&W. Cover price $0.35.

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Cover featuring Marshal Dan Troop (photo of John Russell) and Deputy Johnny McKay (photo of Peter Brown). Interior photos of Dan Troop. "Terror rides the Range," art by Dan Spiegle; A dying man speaks two last words, and Dan must gather evidence that will expose a ruthless killer and stop the terror. "Showdown at Three-Trees," art by Dan Spiegle; Two storekeepers in duel with rifles that don't aim very well. "A Bit of Luck," art by Dan Spiegle; Dan runs across a lawman with a lucky dollar, and joins up with him to trail down three bank robbers. 36 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.

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8.5" x 11", 68 pages, B&W Cover price $0.10.

Add to cart Fine $12.00 View scans Staple rust: Moderate. Foreign edition: UK.

April 7, 1962. 9" x 12". 28 pages. Black and white.

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April 14, 1962. 9" x 12". 28 pages. Black and white.

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April 21, 1962. 9" x 12". 28 pages. Black and white.

Add to cart Very Good $6.00 View scans Spine split 5%. Staple rust: Slight. Foreign edition: UK.

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April 28, 1962. 9" x 12". 28 pages. Black and white.

Cover by Warren Kremer. One of the mainstays of Harvey's long-running kids' comics, Little Dot also features Richie Rich and Little Lotta. Little Dot meets her latest wacky relative, Uncle Half-Dome .Sylvester the snail is slow even by snail standards, until one day he has a reason to hurry. Little Lotta finds a giant bull fiddle is almost too much for her to handle. Little Dot; Dot Was Long Ago; Little Lotta; Richie Rich; Little Dot Meets Uncle Half-Dome; Little Lotta and the Crazy Bull Fiddle; The Slow Snail; For Crying Out Loud; Richie Rich: Mis-Guided. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

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36 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.

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Cover art by Kelly Freas. "Museum of Madison Avenue," script by Gary Belkin, art by Wally Wood; Museum dedicated to famous advertising icons and campaigns. "In a Doctor's Office," script and art by Don Martin; A doctor keeps getting punched in the face. "More Efficient Snow Removal," script by Al Jaffee, art by Bob Clarke; Innovative ways to remove heavy snowfall from neighborhood streets. "Spy Vs. Spy," script and art by Antonio Prohias; The White Spy gives the Black Spy a booby-trapped present. "The Lighter Side of Entertaining," script and art by Dave Berg; Series of gags related to entertaining at home. "Six Comics in Search of a Punch Line," script by Gary Belkin, art by Mort Drucker; Six popular standup comics tell the same situational joke in their own comic style. "Movies in Flight," script by Sy Reit, art by George Woodbridge; How air travel has changed due to in-flight movies. "Spy Vs. Spy," script and art by Antonio Prohias. "Route 67," script by Larry Siegel, art by Mort Drucker; Parody of the television show "Route 66." "The Telephone," script and art by Don Martin. "The North American Veeblefetzer Corporation Annual Report," script by Don Reilly, art by Jack Rickard; The annual report of a less-than-competent corporation. 52 pgs., B&W. Cover price $0.25.

Add to cart Very Good $33.00 View scans Staple rust: Moderate.

Volume 12, Issue 8 - April 1962. Men's interest magazine focusing on true crime, and war stories. 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 76 pages, B&W. MATURE READERS Cover price $0.35.

Volume 7, Issue 2 - April, 1962.Men's interest magazine featuring articles, stories, and pictorials. "Legless Ace of the Battle of Britain," "Six Exotic Hotspots for Men." 8 1/2-in. x 11-in. 98 pages B&W. Cover price $0.35.