Youthful Romances (1949 Pix-Parade) comic books

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Cover art by Walter Johnson. "You Can't Run Away From Love," art by Walter Johnson; Cathy runs away from her cruel aunt and gets a job as a chorus girl in Nicks nightclub; She becomes his girlfriend but learns hes actually a blackmailing gangster; She decides to leave him, but hes shot to death in her presence. "Afraid to Love," art by Charles Payne; Laura refuses to marry Terry because hes a professional race car driver and her father--also a race driver--was killed 10 years before in a race; She gets a job in a department store and dates her stuffy boss Dave; However, when she sees Terry crash during a race, she realises she loves him, not Dave. "Gordon MacRae" article. "Love Is Not for Sale," art by Walter Johnson; Ann loves Tom, an architect in the firm where she works, but wants to snag a rich husband; She dates wealthy Randy, who asks her to give him some documents that will allow his company to out-bid hers; However, when Randy gets the papers he dumps Ann and she reconciles with Tom. "I Gave My Heart," art by Charles Payne; While Carols fiancé Neal is out of the country on a long business trip, she crashes her car and winds up with a badly scarred face; She writes and tells Neal what happened. Carol doesnt get a reply and when Neal returns, she goes to confront him. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover art by Walter Johnson. "Miss Stardust," art by Walter Johnson; Star, assistant to "Saturday Night Hit Parade" producer Al Pearce, is upset when her press agent boyfriend Tim flirts with aspiring singer Laura; Al and singer Bill Harrington give Star a makeover and promote her as a singing star to make Tim jealous; Tim gives Bill and Star incorrect directions to a private party where they are booked to perform, but proves he loves Star when she is in danger of drowning as a result. "Second Fiddle," pencils by Walter Johnson; Star college football player Dick dumps Babs for "campus coquette" Connie; After his shoulder is injured in an auto accident, Dick is off the team and Connie drops him. "Sammy Kaye" Star of the Month article. "Model Perfect," pencils by Walter Johnson; Model agency owner Harry Conover "discovers" Carol working in a store and hires her as a model; She begins to date middle-aged actor Darryl, unaware hes using her to restart his waning career; Carol breaks up with her fiancé Fred as a result, and he goes to Conover for help. "One-Sided Love," art by Walter Johnson; Tommy loves Karen but he tells her "marriage is not for me," and hints at something in his past; Karen later overhears Tommy being pressured into helping rob her fathers bank, where Tommy now works, and discovers Tommy is an ex-convict. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.10.

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Cover by Walter Johnson. Stories and art by Walter Johnson, Keats Petree, Bob Mack and Bill Molno. Tales of teen love and heartbreak. Ellen, a nurse stationed on a military base in the Middle East, is torn between soldiers Craig and Hank, and the situation doesn't get any less complicated after Hank goes MIA in the desert. Singer "Star" and TV host Tony fall in love while working together, but he upstages her during her act by making fun of her, and that's a deal-breaker. Bank teller Elsa falls for gambler Karl, but doesn't sense trouble until after she's embezzled the money for their wedding rings. Plus vintage advice for girls about redecorating on the cheap. Till the End of Time; A Stooge for Love; How to Glamorize Your Room for $1.98; They Wouldnt Let Me Marry!; Pay Off for Love. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

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Cover by Wally Wood. Stories and art by Wally Wood, Walter Johnson and Charles Nicholas. Tales of teen love and heartbreak. Lifeguard Ted is distracted from his gal by a calculating redhead. Early art and swimsuit cover by legendary artist Wally Wood. Plus a celebrity profile of Frank Sinatra, including a photo. You Can't Fix Love; Stardust in My Eyes; The Story of "The Voice" - Frank Sinatra; Cupid Plays a Love Match; Yours to Love. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

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Cover by Harry Harrison and Bob Bache. Stories and art by Stephen Kirkel, Harry Harrison, and Doug Wildey. Tales of love and heartbreak, with a twist: in-story appearances by real-life musicians of the era. Redheaded Doris is the catalyst for conflict between temperamental pianist Eric and drummer Ben, until they get help from real-life singer Don Cornell. This story features early art by Doug Wildey. A profile of Hollywood legend Doris Day, including a photograph, from early in her career. Joyce falls for Bill, the boxer her father is managing, but her ambition causes him to take a fight he's not ready for. Cover features a photo of Don Cornell. ("Bobby Soxers Acclaim Him 'The Greatest'.") Don Cornell: Adventure in Love!; K.O. for Romance; The Real Doris Day; Happiness Is a Guy Named Joe; The Modeling Racket. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

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Stories and art by Harry Harrison, Bill Fraccio and Tony Tallarico. Tales of love and heartbreak, with a twist: in-story appearances by real-life musicians of the era. This was the first issue published by Ribage; sometimes listed as Youthful Romances (1953-54 Ribage) #1. Kathy is torn between her singing career and her love for hometown boyfriend Tom, until they get help from real-life bandleader and comedy legend Spike Jones. When a love triangle develops under the big top between trapeze artists Jim and Lisa and tiger-trainer Zara, death by tiger is the result! British war orphan Elizabeth loves American test pilot Tom, but her fears for his safety drive them apart. Cover features a photo of comedy legend Spike Jones, an unlikely matchmaker. Love Me, Love My Job!; Love Tames the Tiger; Second Chance!; Love Flight; Hearts Afloat!! 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

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Cover by Harry Harrison. Stories and art by Ira Zweifach, Richard Kahn, Rhett Rutledge, Ashley Calhoun, Jesse Merlan, Bob Cohen, Cerrone, John Forte, Bill Fraccio and Tony Tallarico. Tales of love and heartbreak, with a twist: in-story appearances by real-life musicians of the era. Sometimes listed as Youthful Romances (1953-54 Ribage) #2. Johnny and Barbara find that career conflicts with love, until they get help from real-life singer and stage star Tony Bavaar. Two strangers meet by chance on a train, but can love survive what awaits at the next station stop? Spoiled heiress Fran goes West and meets her unlikely match in Bronco Trent. Plus a profile of Hollywood heartthrob William Lundigan. Cover features a photo of Tony Bavaar. Come Back, My Love; Dangerous Romance!!!; Could This Be Love?; Love Flight; William Lundigan; Go West for Love. 36 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

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Cover by William Zeller. Stories and art by Ira Zweifach, Martin Smith, Richard Akin, Beresford King, Jesse Merlan, Bob Cohen, Alvin Hollingsworth, Walter Palais and Tony Tallarico. Tales of love and heartbreak, with a twist: in-story appearances by real-life musicians of the era. Sometimes listed as Youthful Romances (1953-54 Ribage) #3. Real-life American trombonist and bandleader Buddy Morrow saves a young woman from drowning and helps her patch things up with her boyfriend. Lily is the new girl in school, and her shameless flirting creates a trail of broken hearts, hurt feelings and even a suicide attempt, in an apparent cautionary tale against flirting. Helen falls in love with both John and the house he's building, but when she sees him with another woman, she literally sets the place on fire. Plus a profile of Hollywood legends Marge and Gower Champion. Cover features a photo of Buddy Morrow. One-Sided Love; Strictly Business!; Heartless Flirt!!; Marge and Gower Champion; House of Dreams. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

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Cover by Ray McClelland. Stories and art by Ira Zweifach, Martin Smith, Paul S. Newman, Jesse Merlan, Bob Correa, Charles Tomsey, Saul Rosen and Howard Alexander. Tales of love and heartbreak, with a twist: in-story appearances by real-life musicians of the era. Sometimes listed as Youthful Romances (1953-54 Ribage) #4. The search for a mystery singer becomes a musical Cinderella story, with help from real-life singer Bob Eberly. A dancer loves Anton, the ballet master, but her love and her starring role are both threatened by the arrival of Annette. Racer Jack and his grease-monkey Betty secretly love each other, but before they can get into first gear, wealthy Lil throws a spanner into the works. Plus a profile of Hollywood legend Fernando Lamas. Also featuring a vintage ad for a Tom Corbett, Space Ranger "Invisible Helmet." Cover features a photo of Bob Eberly. Find That Girl; Dance on My Heart; Love: The Avenger; Love Flight; Fernando Lamas, Argentina's Gift to Hollywood; Speedy Romance. Series continues as Youthful Romances (1953-54 Ribage) #5. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.