First Romance Magazine (1949-1958 Harvey) comic books

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Cover art by Lee Elias. "Moonlight Madness," art by Lee Elias; Ruby cant decide whether to marry "romantic" Ted or "wonderful" Dirk; She goes on a picnic with them both; a storm capsizes their sailboat and Dirk has to choose between rescuing Ted or Ruby; He saves Ruby; Ted is apparently drowned, although his body isnt found; Ruby weds Dirk, whos then inducted into the Army. "Tomorrow is for Tears!", art by Bob Powell; Joan falls in love with dance teacher Pedro and travels with him to Central America as his partner; Once they arrive, he admits "marriage wouldnt fit my temperament!" and claims they only had a "business arrangement!" "Desperate Decision" text story. Love Makes the World Go 'Round non-fiction page; Quarreling couples in Assam, India must live together for a week. "Keep it Gay!" text story. "Love Can't Wait!" text story. "Midnight Kisses!", art by Jack Sparling; April "vowed to renounce love" when she became a doctor; Fellow doctor Les pursues her but she rejects his romantic "foolishness"; Jerry is brought in suffering from a serious tropical fever he contracted while in the Army. "Know Your Man!" text article. "My Fallen Star"; Jean and her friend Susan both have crushes on handsome actor Dexter when he makes a personal appearance in their town; They compete for his affections but Jean seems to have the inside track, and dumps her hometown boyfriend Tom. 36 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.

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Stories and art by Jack Sparling and others. Tales of love and heartbreak in 1950s America from publisher Harvey. A woman falls for Jeb at first sight, but is shattered to see him in another woman's arms shortly thereafter. Scandal follows a woman as she tries to start her life over, but her new life and love are threatened by blackmail. Dale drives away mechanic Ron by pridefully trying to change his life and image. I Ran Away from Love; Betrayed!; One Night Stand!; Make-Believe Paradise; Nightmare Romance; My Love Destroyed Him!; Love Makes the World Go 'Round. 36 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.

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Cover by Lee Elias. Stories and art by Al Avison, Jack Sparling, Joe Certa, Lee Elias and Bob Powell. Tales of love and heartbreak in 1950s America from publisher Harvey. Doris goes to Hollywood and falls for movie star Monte, but he only has eyes for his co-star. Smooth-talking Sam goads Betty into embezzling five grand from her boss to finance his latest scheme. Peggy is broken-hearted over losing Ricky to a gorgeous redhead, but she doesn't seem to notice that Jerry loves her deeply. Heartbreak in Hollywood; Dream Lover; I Couldn't Trust My Heart; Too Blind To Love; Clothing Closeups!; The Old Love and the New; Could I Make Him Forget? 36 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.

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Cover by Lee Elias. Stories and art by Lee Elias and Bob Powell. Tales of love and heartbreak in 1950s America from publisher Harvey. A redheaded woman gets a bad reputation after she falls for a married man. A woman who grew up in poverty will stop at nothing for the good things in life. A blonde blues singer reveals the lost love that torments her still. This Love of Ours; I Gambled on Love; Care for Your Clothes; Temptress; Luxury Mad; Moment of Madness; Secret Torment. 36 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.

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A truly ingenious, and heart touching cover. One of the best we've seen among the romance titles!

Stories and art by Lee Elias, Vic Herman, Tom Gill and Bob Powell. Tales of love and heartbreak in 1950s America from publisher Harvey. A doctor is torn between professional ethics and his secret love for his nurse Myra. Gail uses a Sadie Hawkins dance to go after Lenny, just to make her boyfriend Doug jealous. New to New York, Janice dates a multitude of guys, but doesn't count on getting a reputation. How I Lost My Sweetheart; My Careless Heart; Pick-Up; I Married a Doctor; In Love With My Teacher; My First Love Haunted Me; I Thought I Knew What I Wanted. 36 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.

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Cover by Al Avison. Stories and art by Bob Powell and others. Tales of love and heartbreak in 1950s America from publisher Harvey. Plain Linda gets a makeover and finds herself the object of much male attention. Young Ruth has a whirlwind romance with Gary, whom she knows for only a few hours before he flies away. Ellen doesn't think she's distracting her boyfriend too much, until she learns he cheated on a test he didn't have time to study for. Too Late for Love; Farewell My Love; Freshman Fiasco; I Thought I Was Too Tall for Romance; Stolen Rapture; To Love a Cheat. 36 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.

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Stories and art by John Prentice, Tom Hickey and Bob Powell. Tales of love and heartbreak in 1950s America from publisher Harvey. Peggy is torn between jet pilot Jim and aircraft mechanic Mike, until an accident makes her choice clear. After Joe swindles and dumps her, Gloria plots an elaborate revenge. Alice marries early, but isn't ready to give up the party life, until an encounter with Lew goes too far. One Tear Too Many; I Forgot My Sweetheart; Block That Kick!; Revenge In My Heart; A Game of Love; Scrimmage for Love; No Dreams For Me. 36 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.