Bat Masterson (1960-1962 Dell) comic books

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Cover featuring Bat Masterson (photo of Gene Barry). "The Lead Souvenir," script by Gaylord Du Bois, pencils by Bob Forgione, inks by Jerry Robinson; Bat finds a wounded bank robber in the mesquite, addresses him as "boy", digs the bullet from the fellow's spine, gives it to him, the fellow says, "It will make a souvenir!" "Animal Friend" text story. "The Red Hot Ringer" starring "Softspoken" Smith, script by Gaylord Du Bois, pencils by Bob Forgione, inks by Jerry Robinson. "The Vanishing Gandy Dancers," script by Gaylord Du Bois, pencils by Bob Forgione, inks by Jerry Robinson; Bat Masterson vs. Hokey and Flash Carruthers. Bisbee, Arizona article. The Saline Pueblos article. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

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Cover photo of Gene Barry. Stories by Gaylord Du Bois. Art by Bob Forgione and Jerry Robinson. Based on the Gene Barry TV Western (1959-61), which was inspired in turn by the real Bat Masterson, the derby-wearing, sword-cane-carrying sheriff of Dodge City. Bat foils a stagecoach robbery and is marked for death by the bandits. When crooked gambler Frenchy Ducharme challenges a greenhorn to a sword duel, Bat offers to be the young man's second. But when he realizes the greenhorn doesn't stand a chance, Bat fights Frenchy himself. Inks by Jerry Robinson, co-creator of Robin and the Joker. Plus prehistoric art of the West. The Man in the Bowler; The Hothead; "Softspoken" Smith: The Rawhider; Duel by Deceit; Landmarks of the Old West: Prehistoric Art. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover photo of Gene Barry. Stories by Gaylord Du Bois. Art by Bob Forgione and Jerry Robinson. Based on the Gene Barry TV Western (1959-61), which was inspired in turn by the real Bat Masterson, the derby-wearing, sword-cane-carrying sheriff of Dodge City. During a rugged trail drive, Bat bets his life that ex-convict Johnny Peele has reformed. Helping orphans find shelter from a storm, Bat enters a Spanish mission "haunted" by a black-robed padre. But the real culprits are outlaws, seeking a treasure hidden inside the Mission's crumbling walls. Inks by Jerry Robinson, co-creator of Robin and the Joker. Plus a historic look at Casa Del Rio and Prescott, Arizona. Jailbirds Honor; Saddle Bum; "Softspoken" Smith: The Cave-In; Ghostly Treasure; Landmarks of the Old West: Casa Del Rio; Roaring Towns of the Old West: Prescott, Arizona. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

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Cover photo of Gene Barry. Stories by Gaylord Du Bois. Art by Jerry Robinson. Based on the Gene Barry TV Western (1959-61), which was inspired in turn by the real Bat Masterson, the derby-wearing, sword-cane-carrying sheriff of Dodge City. Bat disguises himself as a doctor to infiltrate an armed camp of bank robbers. But his true identity is exposed at a crucial moment. Bat suspects bandits are only dressed like Mexican vaqueros to frame a neighboring rancher, but then his stolen watch turns up at the ranch. Art by Jerry Robinson, co-creator of Robin and the Joker for another "Bat" title. Plus a historic look at Sutters Mill and Cheyenne, Wyoming. Make-Believe Medico; A Man of Peace; "Softspoken" Smith: The Next Dance; Side-Saddle Bandit; Landmarks of the Old West: Sutters Mill; Roaring Towns of the Old West: Cheyenne, Wyoming. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover photo of Gene Barry. Stories by Gaylord Du Bois. Art by Jerry Robinson. Based on the Gene Barry TV Western (1959-61), which was inspired in turn by the real Bat Masterson, the derby-wearing, sword-cane-carrying sheriff of Dodge City. Bat discovers gold on his property, but a jealous neighbor accuses him of lying and gets the town to believe it. Bat joins forces with former Marshal Wyatt Earp to take down shotgun-wielding outlaws. Blacksmith "Softspoken" Smith is appointed deputy, and must resolve a fight between a cowboy and a sheep herder. Art by Jerry Robinson, co-creator of Robin and the Joker for another "Bat" title. Plus a historic look at The Hole-in-the-Wall and old-town Austin, Texas. Gold Fever; "Softspoken" Smith: The Deputy; Posse Puzzle; Showdown in Dodge City; Landmarks of the Old West: The Hole-in-the-Wall; Roaring Towns of the Old West: Austin, Texas. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover shows both 10 Cents and 9 pence under title. Cover photo of Gene Barry from the TV series. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

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Cover photo of Gene Barry. Stories by Gaylord Du Bois. Art by Jerry Robinson. Based on the Gene Barry TV Western (1959-61), which was inspired in turn by the real Bat Masterson, the derby-wearing, sword-cane-carrying sheriff of Dodge City. Bat clashes with a powerful, ruthless boom-town land baron. Bat brings famous fighter Battler Ben to Sioux Forks for an exhibition match to attract more voters on Election Day, but someone wants to make sure he never arrives. Mountain man "Grizzly" Jones asks Softspoken Smith to take care of his pet bear Goliath while he's ailing. Art by Jerry Robinson, co-creator of Robin and the Joker for another "Bat" title. Plus a historic look at Bodie, California. Boom Town Boss; "Softspoken" Smith: Man Enough; Outlaw's Error; The Gloves of Battler Ben; Roaring Towns of the Old West: Bodie, California. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover photo of Gene Barry. Stories by Gaylord Du Bois and others. Art by Jerry Robinson. Based on the Gene Barry TV Western (1959-61), which was inspired in turn by the real Bat Masterson, the derby-wearing, sword-cane-carrying sheriff of Dodge City. Scouting for an Army excursion, Bat is captured by Sioux warriors, who force him to direct the soldiers into a trap. Bat sets out to free a terror-stricken town from its powerful political boss. His new friends hide him from the boss's enforcers. Art by Jerry Robinson, co-creator of Robin and the Joker for another "Bat" title. Plus a historic look at San Francisco. The Decoy; "Softspoken" Smith: Windy Day; Gold Crazy; The Price of Fear; Western Guns; Roaring Towns of the Old West: San Francisco. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover photo of Gene Barry. Stories by Gaylord Du Bois and others. Art by Jerry Robinson. Based on the Gene Barry TV Western (1959-61), which was inspired in turn by the real Bat Masterson, the derby-wearing, sword-cane-carrying sheriff of Dodge City. Bat comes between a troubled boy and his uncle after almost catching a stray bullet from their dispute. "Softspoken" Smith figures out how to get outlaws out of a gully: rockslide! Bat is part of a race between two rail-building teams to reach a crucial pass first. Art by Jerry Robinson, co-creator of Robin and the Joker for another "Bat" title. Plus a historic look at the Texas Wildcat. The Mark of Guilt; "Softspoken" Smith: Dynamite Siege; Desert Bounty; Long Odds; The Texas Wildcat. Final issue of the series. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.