Youthful Romances (1953 Ribage) comic books 1953

Cover by Adolphe Barreaux. Stories and art by Bob Correa and Howard Alexander. Series continues from Youthful Romances (1949-52 Pix) #18. Tales of love and heartbreak, with a twist: in-story appearances by real-life musicians of the era. Barbee loves her manager Pete, but he doesn't notice her feelings, until they get a little help from real-life guitar legend Les Paul and partner Mary Ford. (This story prominently features their 1953 hit song, "I'm Sittin' on Top of the World.") Redheaded Kitty despises her boss's son Steve, but he's the most handsome man she's ever seen. General's daughter June thinks soldier Tom is just dating her to win favor with her father, and it isn't until he's wounded in battle that she realizes the truth. Plus a profile of Hollywood legend Charlton Heston. Cover features a photo of Les Paul and Mary Ford. Sitting on Top of the World; Dangerous to Kiss!; The Tell-Tale Heart; Charlton Heston: From Television to Hollywood; I Trapped My Man! 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Ray McClelland. Stories and art by Bob Correa, Charles Tomsey, Ed Thursland and Alvin Hollingsworth. Tales of love and heartbreak, with a twist: in-story appearances by real-life musicians of the era. Redheaded Jeanie fears that her beau Steve is secretly a "dope peddler," until they get a little help from real-life singer Bobby Wayne. Fiercely protective of the family name, Lynn acts rashly when she learns her redheaded younger sister is dating an ex-convict. Redheaded Bette loves Barry, the sensitive artist she models for, but wealthy playboy Jed colors outside the lines. Plus a profile of Hollywood legend Debbie Reynolds, including a photograph, from early in her career. Cover features a photo of Les Paul and Mary Ford. Tortured Love; Hearts Will Find a Way; Artist and Model; Debbie Reynolds: Sparkler from Texas; Deep in Romance. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.