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Comic books in 'Promotional'

  • Issue #1952
    101 Ways You Can Earn A New Bicycle (1952) 1952
    • Loose staple.

    101 Ways You Can Earn A New Bicycle (1952) is a promotional comic book distributed by Huffman Manufacturing Co. This comic describes many different ways children can earn money to buy their very own Huffy Bicycles. 24 pages, full color, 6.75-in. x 10.25-in., newsprint. Cover price $0.10.

  • Issue #2
    7-Up Sam Vol. 03 2
    Published Feb 1958 by 7-Up.
    • Staple rust.
  • Issue #1
    7-Up Sam Vol. 04 1
    Published Jan 1959 by 7-Up.

    7-Up Sam Vol. 04 (1959) "The Big E" is an in-house promotional comic published by 7-Up. The Big E stands for effort, enterprise, excellence, and enthusiasm. With these four traits your sales will surley grow. Featuring comic strip advertising art by Vic Herman, the creator of the 7 Up Sam institutional promotional campaign for 7 Up. This issue contains the story "7-Up Sams Big E Success Story." 8 pages, fullcolor, 7-in x 10-in.

  • Issue #2
    7-Up Sam Vol. 04 2
    Published Feb 1959 by 7-Up.

    7-Up Sam Vol. 04 (1959) "Reselling Yourself Builds 7-Up Sales" is an in-house promotional comic published by 7-Up. Learn the twelve ways to resell yourself to dealers in order to keep a healthy business relationship. Featuring comic strip advertising art by Vic Herman, the creator of the 7 Up Sam institutional promotional campaign for 7 Up. 8 pages, fullcolor, 7-in x 10-in.

  • Issue #3
    7-Up Sam Vol. 04 3
    Published Mar 1959 by 7-Up.
    • Staple rust.

    7-Up Sam Vol. 04 (1959) "Make the Youth Market a 7-Up Market In '59" is an in-house promotional comic published by 7-Up. Featuring comic strip advertising art by Vic Herman, the creator of the 7 Up Sam institutional promotional campaign for 7 Up. Leran how to corner the growing youth market. Also learn the most effictive places to cater to youth, places such as school dances, sports events, and other activities. 8 pages, fullcolor, 7-in x 10-in.

  • Issue #4
    7-Up Sam Vol. 04 4
    Published Apr 1959 by 7-Up.
    • Staple rust.

    7-Up Sam Vol. 04 (1959) "Get Into the Place Race with 7-Up Coolers and Venders" is an in-house promotional comic published by 7-Up. Featuring comic strip advertising art by Vic Herman, the creator of the 7 Up Sam institutional promotional campaign for 7 Up. Learn how 7-Up coolers and venders help your business by being a silent salesman. Also features tips on how to get coolers and venders into different locations. This issue also contains the story "The Case of the Happy 7-Up Vender." 8 pages, fullcolor, 7-in x 10-in.

  • Issue #5
    7-Up Sam Vol. 04 5
    Published May 1959 by 7-Up.

    7-Up Sam Vol. 04 (1959) "The Big E in New Accounts Means Expanded 7-Up Sales" is an in-house promotional comic published by 7-Up. Featuring comic strip advertising art by Vic Herman, the creator of the 7 Up Sam institutional promotional campaign for 7 Up. Learn to use the five-step selling plan. Also remember to keep your 7-Up selling simple. 8 pages, fullcolor, 7-in x 10-in.

  • Issue #6
    7-Up Sam Vol. 04 6
    Published Jun 1959 by 7-Up.

    7-Up Sam Vol. 04 (1959) "It All Adds Up" is an in-house promotional comic published by 7-Up. Featuring comic strip advertising art by Vic Herman, the creator of the 7 Up Sam institutional promotional campaign for 7 Up. See how television and magazine ads are helping 7-Up business all over the country. Also learn how the 7-Up "float" recipe book can help you improve and create new business accounts. This issue also features the story "The Case of the 7-Up Float." 8 pages, fullcolor, 7-in x 10-in.

  • Issue #7
    7-Up Sam Vol. 04 7
    Published Jul 1959 by 7-Up.

    7-Up Sam Vol. 04 (1959) "Meet Mr. Sun" is an in-house promotional comic published by 7-Up. Featuring comic strip advertising art by Vic Herman, the creator of the 7 Up Sam institutional promotional campaign for 7 Up. Learn how Mr. Sun will help your sales during the summer by making people hot and thirsty. Also discover the prime locations to set up business during this hectic season. This issue also includes the story "Your Future is in Summer Selling. 8 pages, fullcolor, 7-in x 10-in.

  • Issue #8
    7-Up Sam Vol. 04 8
    Published Aug 1959 by 7-Up.

    7-Up Sam Vol. 04 (1959) "The Big E in Merchandising Means Extra Displays" is an in-house promotional comic published by 7-Up. Featuring comic strip advertising art by Vic Herman, the creator of the 7 Up Sam institutional promotional campaign for 7 Up. Learn how banners and signs can help your 7-Up sales. This issue also features the story "Sign Language Sells More 7-Up." 8 pages, fullcolor, 7-in x 10-in.

  • Issue #9
    7-Up Sam Vol. 04 9
    Published Sep 1959 by 7-Up.
    • Staple rust.

    7-Up Sam Vol. 04 (1959) "Supermarkets Are Super 7-Up Sellers" is an in-house promotional comic published by 7-Up. Featuring comic strip advertising art by Vic Herman, the creator of the 7 Up Sam institutional promotional campaign for 7 Up. Learn how the growing supermarket business can help boost your sales. Also see how to get supermarkets on your route. This issue alos features the story "Go After the Big Ones For 7-Up." 8 pages, fullcolor, 7-in x 10-in.

  • Issue #10
    7-Up Sam Vol. 04 10
    Published Oct 1959 by 7-Up.
    • Staple rust.

    7-Up Sam Vol. 04 (1959) "Spectacular 7-Up Sales" is an in-house promotional comic published by 7-Up. Featuring comic strip advertising art by Vic Herman, the creator of the 7 Up Sam institutional promotional campaign for 7 Up. Learn how NARGUS: The National Association og Retail Grocers of the United States is helping 7-Up sales all over the nation. This Issue also features the story "Use the Spectacular to Make Spectacular Sales." 8 pages, fullcolor, 7-in x 10-in.

  • Issue #12
    7-Up Sam Vol. 04 12
    Published Dec 1959 by 7-Up.

    7-Up Sam Vol. 04 (1959) "Now's the Time For Parties By the Dozen" is an in-house promotional comic published by 7-Up. Featuring comic strip advertising art by Vic Herman, the creator of the 7 Up Sam institutional promotional campaign for 7 Up. Learn that the holiday season is one of the biggest sales time for 7-Up. This issue also features the story "The Holiday Selling Season is Here." 8 pages, fullcolor, 7-in x 10-in.

  • Issue #1
    7-Up Sam Vol. 05 1
    Published Jan 1960 by 7-Up.
    • Staple rust.

    7-Up Sam Vol. 05 (1960) "The Challenge of the Sixties" is an in-house promotional comic published by 7-Up. Featuring comic strip advertising art by Vic Herman, the creator of the 7 Up Sam institutional promotional campaign for 7 Up. Learn that the sixties mean bigger business oppurtunities for you and 7-Up. This issue also contains the story "You've Got to Fight to Stay in Front." 8 pages, fullcolor, 7-in x 10-in.

  • Issue #2
    7-Up Sam Vol. 05 2
    Published Feb 1990 by 7-Up.

    7-Up Sam Vol. 05 (1960) "Seven-Up With Festive Foods" is an in-house promotional comic published by 7-Up. Featuring comic strip advertising art by Vic Herman, the creator of the 7 Up Sam institutional promotional campaign for 7 Up. Learn how selling 7-Up with festive foods is a winning combination. This issue also features the story "7-Up Sells Storewide Displays." 8 pages, fullcolor, 7-in x 10-in.

  • Issue #3
    7-Up Sam Vol. 05 3
    Published Mar 1960 by 7-Up.

    7-Up Sam Vol. 05 (1960) "Around the Stores in 8 displays" is an in-house promotional comic published by 7-Up. Featuring comic strip advertising art by Vic Herman, the creator of the 7 Up Sam institutional promotional campaign for 7 Up. Learn how displays attract attention to your product, and also how they help the comsumer make his/her choice. This issue also features a story with the same name as the title. 8 pages, fullcolor, 7-in x 10-in.

  • Issue #4
    7-Up Sam Vol. 05 4
    Published Apr 1960 by 7-Up.

    7-Up Sam Vol. 05 (1960) "Outlets Within Outlets" is an in-house promotional comic published by 7-Up. Featuring comic strip advertising art by Vic Herman, the creator of the 7 Up Sam institutional promotional campaign for 7 Up. Learn that there's a 7-Up cooler or vender for every outlet. This issue also features the story "7-Up Sam Sells a Vender." 8 pages, fullcolor, 7-in x 10-in.

  • Issue #5
    7-Up Sam Vol. 05 5
    Published May 1960 by 7-Up.

    7-Up Sam Vol. 05 (1960) "Outside Signs Sell 7-Up" is an in-house promotional comic published by 7-Up. Featuring comic strip advertising art by Vic Herman, the creator of the 7 Up Sam institutional promotional campaign for 7 Up. Learn how to properly get the consuming publics attention with a 7-Up. This issue also features the story "Sam Signs Up a Dealer." 8 pages, fullcolor, 7-in x 10-in.

  • Issue #6
    7-Up Sam Vol. 05 6
    Published Jun 1960 by 7-Up.

    7-Up Sam Vol. 05 (1960) "Profit Partners" is an in-house promotional comic published by 7-Up. Featuring comic strip advertising art by Vic Herman, the creator of the 7 Up Sam institutional promotional campaign for 7 Up. Learn how when 7-Up and icecream team up to make floats your sales will fly through the roof. This issue also features the story "Building Sales in all Accounts." 8 pages, fullcolor, 7-in x 10-in.

  • Issue #7
    7-Up Sam Vol. 05 7
    Published Jul 1960 by 7-Up.

    7-Up Sam Vol. 05 (1960) "7-Up for Special Events" is an in-house promotional comic published by 7-Up. Featuring comic strip advertising art by Vic Herman, the creator of the 7 Up Sam institutional promotional campaign for 7 Up. Learn how special community events can multiply you sales numbers. This issue also features the story "Sleuthing With 7-Up Sam." 8 pages, fullcolor, 7-in x 10-in.

  • Issue #8
    7-Up Sam Vol. 05 8
    Published Aug 1960 by 7-Up.

    7-Up Sam Vol. 05 (1960) "7-Up Taste Talks" is an in-house promotional comic published by 7-Up. Featuring comic strip advertising art by Vic Herman, the creator of the 7 Up Sam institutional promotional campaign for 7 Up. Learn how a simple taste test can convine any retailer to carry 7-Up. This issue also features the proper way to lead a sampling into a sale. 8 pages, fullcolor, 7-in x 10-in.

  • Issue #9
    7-Up Sam Vol. 05 9
    Published Sep 1960 by 7-Up.

    7-Up Sam Vol. 05 (1960) "Going Steady With 7-Up" is an in-house promotional comic published by 7-Up. Featuring comic strip advertising art by Vic Herman, the creator of the 7 Up Sam institutional promotional campaign for 7 Up. Learn that the growing teenage population in America means bigger business for you. This issue also features the story "Tapping the Teen-Age Market." 8 pages, fullcolor, 7-in x 10-in.

  • Issue #10
    7-Up Sam Vol. 05 10
    Published Oct 1960 by 7-Up.
    • Staple rust.

    7-Up Sam Vol. 05 (1960) "Spectacular Sells 7-Up" is an in-house promotional comic published by 7-Up. Featuring comic strip advertising art by Vic Herman, the creator of the 7 Up Sam institutional promotional campaign for 7 Up. Learn how NARGUS's "Spectacular" program mean increase in sales of 7-Up all over the country. This issue also feature the story "Bagging Bigger 7-Up Sales." 8 pages, fullcolor, 7-in x 10-in.

  • Issue #11
    7-Up Sam Vol. 05 11
    Published Nov 1960 by 7-Up.

    7-Up Sam Vol. 05 (1960) "It's 7-Up and Guestward Ho" is an in-house promotional comic published by 7-Up. Featuring comic strip advertising art by Vic Herman, the creator of the 7 Up Sam institutional promotional campaign for 7 Up. Learn how TV commercials will revolutionize the way 7-Up is sold. This issue also contains the story "Sold 7-Up Sam." 8 pages, fullcolor, 7-in x 10-in.

  • Issue #12
    7-Up Sam Vol. 05 12
    Published Dec 1960 by 7-Up.

    7-Up Sam Vol. 05 (1960) "The More 7-Up the Maerrier" is an in-house promotional comic published by 7-Up. Featuring comic strip advertising art by Vic Herman, the creator of the 7 Up Sam institutional promotional campaign for 7 Up. Learn that the holiday season is one of the busiest times of the year for 7-Up. Also see how 7-Up builds up 7-Up stock on his route. 8 pages, fullcolor, 7-in x 10-in.

  • Issue #4
    7-Up Sam Vol. 08 4
    Published Apr 1963 by 7-Up.

    Selling, Advertising and Merchandising with 7-Up, Vol. 8 No. 04 "15 Best Prospects" (April 1963). This comic book was produced for the 7-Up Bottling Co. as a marketing and training tool for employees. Featuring comic strip advertising art by Vic Herman, the creator of the 7 Up Sam institutional promotional campaign for 7 Up.

  • Issue #8
    7-Up Sam Vol. 08 8
    Published Aug 1963 by 7-Up.

    Selling, Advertising and Merchandising with 7-Up, Vol. 8 No. 08 "Togetherness Test" (August 1963). This comic book was produced for the 7-Up Bottling Co. as a marketing and training tool for employees. Featuring comic strip advertising art by Vic Herman, the creator of the 7 Up Sam institutional promotional campaign for 7 Up.

  • Issue #10
    7-Up Sam Vol. 08 10
    Published Oct 1963 by 7-Up.

    Selling, Advertising and Merchandising with 7-Up, Vol. 8 No. 10 "Specialize in Special Events" (October 1963). This comic book was produced for the 7-Up Bottling Co. as a marketing and training tool for employees. Featuring comic strip advertising art by Vic Herman, the creator of the 7 Up Sam institutional promotional campaign for 7 Up.

  • Issue #12
    7-Up Sam Vol. 08 12
    Published Dec 1963 by 7-Up.

    Selling, Advertising and Merchandising with 7-Up, Vol. 8 No. 12 "Stocking Up for Holiday Sales" (December 1963). This comic book was produced for the 7-Up Bottling Co. as a marketing and training tool for employees. Featuring comic strip advertising art by Vic Herman, the creator of the 7 Up Sam institutional promotional campaign for 7 Up.

  • Issue #1
    7-Up Sam Vol. 09 1
    Published Jan 1964 by 7-Up.

    Selling, Advertising and Merchandising with 7-Up, Vol. 9 No. 1 (January 1964). This comic book was produced for the 7-Up Bottling Co. as a marketing and training tool for employees. Featuring comic strip advertising art by Vic Herman, the creator of the 7 Up Sam institutional promotional campaign for 7 Up.

  • Issue #2
    7-Up Sam Vol. 09 2
    Published Feb 1964 by 7-Up.

    Selling, Advertising and Merchandising with 7-Up, Vol. 9 No. 2 "Get Real Sales Action with 7-UP Selling Helps!" (Febuary 1964). This comic book was produced for the 7-Up Bottling Co. as a marketing and training tool for employees. Featuring comic strip advertising art by Vic Herman, the creator of the 7 Up Sam institutional promotional campaign for 7 Up.

  • Issue #5
    7-Up Sam Vol. 09 5
    Published May 1964 by 7-Up.
    • Paper: White

    Selling, Advertising and Merchandising with 7-Up, Vol. 9 No. 5 "Putting 7-Up Where the Action Is!" (May 1964). This comic book was produced for the 7-Up Bottling Co. as a marketing and training tool for employees. Featuring comic strip advertising art by Vic Herman, the creator of the 7 Up Sam institutional promotional campaign for 7 Up.

  • Issue #6
    7-Up Sam Vol. 09 6
    Published Jun 1964 by 7-Up.
    • Paper: White

    Selling, Advertising and Merchandising with 7-Up, Vol. 9 No. 6 "Winner In Every Straw Vote" (June 1964). This comic book was produced for the 7-Up Bottling Co. as a marketing and training tool for employees. Featuring comic strip advertising art by Vic Herman, the creator of the 7 Up Sam institutional promotional campaign for 7 Up.

  • Issue #7
    7-Up Sam Vol. 09 7
    Published Jul 1964 by 7-Up.

    Selling, Advertising and Merchandising with 7-Up, Vol. 9 No. 7 "Summer Sales Action" (July 1964). This comic book was produced for the 7-Up Bottling Co. as a marketing and training tool for employees. Featuring comic strip advertising art by Vic Herman, the creator of the 7 Up Sam institutional promotional campaign for 7 Up.

  • Issue #8
    7-Up Sam Vol. 09 8
    Published Aug 1964 by 7-Up.
    • Paper: White

    Selling, Advertising and Merchandising with 7-Up, Vol. 9 No. 8 "As Others See You!" (August 1964). This comic book was produced for the 7-Up Bottling Co. as a marketing and training tool for employees. Featuring comic strip advertising art by Vic Herman, the creator of the 7 Up Sam institutional promotional campaign for 7 Up.

  • Issue #9
    7-Up Sam Vol. 09 9
    Published Sep 1964 by 7-Up.

    Selling, Advertising and Merchandising with 7-Up, Vol. 9 No. 9 "Back to School for Real Sales Action" (September 1964). This comic book was produced for the 7-Up Bottling Co. as a marketing and training tool for employees. Featuring comic strip advertising art by Vic Herman, the creator of the 7 Up Sam institutional promotional campaign for 7 Up.

  • Issue #10
    7-Up Sam Vol. 09 10
    Published Oct 1964 by 7-Up.

    Selling, Advertising and Merchandising with 7-Up, Vol. 9 No. 10 "Sales Maker or Sales Breaker?" (October 1964). This comic book was produced for the 7-Up Bottling Co. as a marketing and training tool for employees. Featuring comic strip advertising art by Vic Herman, the creator of the 7 Up Sam institutional promotional campaign for 7 Up.

  • Issue #11
    7-Up Sam Vol. 09 11
    Published Nov 1964 by 7-Up.

    Selling, Advertising and Merchandising with 7-Up, Vol. 9 No. 11 "Early Birds Get Holiday Sales Action!" (November 1964). This comic book was produced for the 7-Up Bottling Co. as a marketing and training tool for employees. Featuring comic strip advertising art by Vic Herman, the creator of the 7 Up Sam institutional promotional campaign for 7 Up.

  • Issue #12
    7-Up Sam Vol. 09 12
    Published Dec 1964 by 7-Up.
    • Paper: White

    Selling, Advertising and Merchandising with 7-Up, Vol. 9 No. 12 "The Holiday Favorite!" (December 1964). This comic book was produced for the 7-Up Bottling Co. as a marketing and training tool for employees. Featuring comic strip advertising art by Vic Herman, the creator of the 7 Up Sam institutional promotional campaign for 7 Up.

  • Issue #5
    7-Up Sam Vol. 10 (1965) 5

    7-up Sam Vol 10 (1965) "24 Hour Sales Makers" is a promotional comic book published by the 7-Up Co. Learn how properly placed 7-Up signs keep comsumers aware of your product all day and night, 12pages, full color, 5.5-in. x 8.5-in., newsprint with no cover price. Featuring comic strip advertising art by Vic Herman, the creator of the 7 Up Sam institutional promotional campaign for 7 Up.

  • Issue #6
    7-Up Sam Vol. 10 (1965) 6
    • Paper: White

    7-up Sam Vol 10 (1965) "Choose Your Profit Partner!" is a promotional comic book published by the 7-Up Co. Learn how 7-Up advertising can help you and your store move more merchandise during picnic season. 12pages, full color, 5.5-in. x 8.5-in., newsprint with no cover price. Featuring comic strip advertising art by Vic Herman, the creator of the 7 Up Sam institutional promotional campaign for 7 Up.

  • Issue #7
    7-Up Sam Vol. 10 (1965) 7

    7-up Sam Vol 10 (1965) "The Big C in Peak Season Selling" is a promotional comic book published by the 7-Up Co. People drink more 7-Up in the warm weather months than at any other time. Push case sales, carton sales, and cold drink sales that is what the "Big C" is all about. 12pages, full color, 5.5-in. x 8.5-in., newsprint with no cover price. Featuring comic strip advertising art by Vic Herman, the creator of the 7 Up Sam institutional promotional campaign for 7 Up.

  • Issue #8
    7-Up Sam Vol. 10 (1965) 8

    7-up Sam Vol 10 (1965) "Picnic Partners" is a promotional comic book published by the 7-Up Co. Learn how to stretch your sales during the peak season sales. First look into snack stands, keep your picnic partners displays up, and finally use the 7-up "float" tie in. 12pages, full color, 5.5-in. x 8.5-in., newsprint with no cover price. Featuring comic strip advertising art by Vic Herman, the creator of the 7 Up Sam institutional promotional campaign for 7 Up.

  • Issue #9
    7-Up Sam Vol. 10 (1965) 9

    7-up Sam Vol 10 (1965) "7-Up Action Zone" is a promotional comic book published by the 7-Up Co. Learn how to coner the youth market by targeting schools for your sales. Get involved in school wide events to help boost sales. 12pages, full color, 5.5-in. x 8.5-in., newsprint with no cover price. Featuring comic strip advertising art by Vic Herman, the creator of the 7 Up Sam institutional promotional campaign for 7 Up.

  • Issue #10
    7-Up Sam Vol. 10 (1965) 10

    7-up Sam Vol 10 (1965) "Don't Give Up an Inch Take a Foot" is a promotional comic book published by the 7-Up Co. Learn the importants of facing and how it affects sales. "Facing" is when a consumer can clearly see your product and his/her attention is caught.12pages, full color, 5.5-in. x 8.5-in., newsprint with no cover price. Featuring comic strip advertising art by Vic Herman, the creator of the 7 Up Sam institutional promotional campaign for 7 Up.

  • Issue #7
    7-Up Sam Vol. 11 (1966) 7

    7-up Sam Vol 11 (1966) "It's 7-Up Float Time" is an in-house promotional comic book published by the 7-Up Co. Learn how to promotoe 7-Up floats in all your cold drink accounts. Weather your floats are sold at drug stores, supermarkets, or convenience stores they will be profitable. 12pages, full color, 5.5-in. x 8.5-in., newsprint with no cover price. Featuring comic strip advertising art by Vic Herman, the creator of the 7 Up Sam institutional promotional campaign for 7 Up.

  • Issue #1.1976.FREE
    Action Comics (1938 DC) #1 Reprints 1.1976.FREE
    Published 1976 by DC.
    • Consignment. 3% buyer's premium charged at checkout. Graded by MCS, not consignor.
    • Consignment. 3% buyer's premium charged at checkout. Graded by MCS, not consignor.
    • Consignment. 3% buyer's premium charged at checkout. Graded by MCS, not consignor.
    • Consignment. 3% buyer's premium charged at checkout. Graded by MCS, not consignor.

    16-page reprint of complete Superman story from Action Comics #1. 1976 Safeguard reprint "Free". Paper cover. Safeguard ad on back cover.

  • Issue #0B
    Adventure in Turkey (1953) 0B

    No cover price or publication date (publication date probably 1953 or a year or two earlier). Comic book-sized, full color, 16 newsprint pages.

  • Issue #1SS
    Adventure into the Past (1949) General Electric giveaway 1SS

    APG 17-6 Adventures in Science Series edition. Promotional comic published by Pictorial Media for General Electric as part of their Adventure Series. Conventional 7-in. x 10-in. comic size, 16-page full color all newsprint comic, no cover price.

  • Issue #5SS
    Adventures in Electricity (1946) General Electric Giveaway 5SS

    APG 17-4 Adventures in Science Series. "Electricity in Railroading". Promotional comic published by Pictorial Media for General Electric as part of their Adventures in Science Series. Illustrated by George "Inky" Roussos, who is also known for his work on Batman. Conventional 7x10 comic size 16-page full color all newsprint comic with a 1948 copyright.