Comic books April 1959

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Volume 23, Issue 05 - April 1959. Cover by Tom Beecham. Men's magazine featuring articles on true crime, and politics. 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 82 pages, B&W Cover price $0.35.

Issue 42 - April, 1959. Science Fiction stories by D. A. Jourdan, Thomas N. Scortia, Alma Hill, A. Bertram Chandler, David Osborne, more. Softcover Digest, 5" x 7", 132 pages, B&W, text only. Cover price $0.35.

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April 1959. Cover by Wood. Stories: "The City of Force" by Daniel F. Galouye, "Kingslayer" by J. T. McIntosh, "The Man in the Mailbag" by Gordon R. Dickson, "Security Plan" by Joseph Farrell, "The Bitterest Pill" by Frederik Pohl, "Love Called This Song" by Avram Davidson and Laura Goforth, "The Sweeper of Loray" Finn O'Donnevan, and "When the People Fell" by Cordwainer Smith. 5.25-in. x 7.5-in.; 194 Pages, B&W. NOTE: Cover claims 196 pages, this includes the covers. Cover price $0.50.

Initially titled "Jem" until some time in the late 50's-early 60s. Men's interest magazine with fiction, articles and pictorials. 8-in. x 11-in., 72 pages, B&W with color on some pictorial pages. Mature readers. Cover price $1.25.

Vintage men's interest magazine that features short fiction stories, music reviews, adult humor comics, interviews, fashion, and nude pin-up photography. 8" x 11", 82 pages, mostly B&W with some color pages. -MATURE READERS- Cover price $0.50.

Cover by Joe Kubert. Written by Robert Kanigher and Bob Haney. Art by Ross Andru, Mort Drucker, Jack Abel and Mike Esposito. A group of soldiers are on the march to a 'last stand.' But as Patton might have said, it's not their job to make a last stand, it's their job to get the enemy to make its last stand in "Last Stand!" by Robert Kanigher, Ross Andru and Mike Esposito. Plus: An airman promises to bring the experience of the air war back to his brother on the ground in "Eyes for a Fort!" by Bob Haney and Mort Drucker. Also: A green recruit has to learn not to be separated from his squad in "Don't Come Back Alone" by Kanigher and Jack Abel. And: 1-pager "True to the End!" 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

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Vintage supermarket tabloid magazine full of high profile true crime stories of the FBI and the CIA, some with testimonials from those involved in, or close to the cases themselves. 8.5" x 10.5", 66 pages, B&W. Recommended for ages 16+. Cover price $0.35.

Cover by Gil Kane and Joe Giella. Stories and art by Gil Kane, Bernard Sachs, John Broome, Al McLean, and Joe Giella. Western adventure featuring one of the most popular heroes of the mid-20th century, star of TV, film and radio. An outlaw's boot gives the telltale sign that Hopalong needs to find him, in one of three stories (and cover) this issue illustrated by future Marvel legend Gil Kane. Kane's distinctive style is starting to manifest itself by this time. Hoppy masquerades as rodeo rider Joe Jason once a year, just to get a break from being sheriff - but a blow to the head makes him forget his Hopalong self. Plus fun facts from Native American history. Hopalong Cassidy's Lost Identity!; Indian Album; Blackfoot Horse Doctors; Rodeo Roundup; Clue of the Outlaw's Boot! 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Harvey's mischievous little devil is not as famous as their friendly ghost, but his design became a permanent part of pop culture. Hot Stuff matches wits with a levitating wizard. Hot Stuff's efforts to build a house are stymied by a mischievous giant, and his own inflammable nature. Stumbo the Giant encounters would-be bank robbers. The Flying Sorcerer; Fever; House Warming; Stumbo: The Big Bank Robbery. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover art by Jack Kirby. "Earth's Strangest Salesman," art by Jim Mooney; Aliens are using a salesman to plant weapons on Earth, but when a man throws the salesman out, the salesman suddenly recalls the aliens' plans and stops an invasion. One-page Peter Puptent, Explorer story by Henry Boltinoff. Ad for The Brave and the Bold #23. "What's Your B.Q.*? (* Brotherhood Quotient)" public service announcement, script by Jack Schiff, art by Bernard Baily. "The Man with the Double Destiny," art by Bill Ely; When Mr. Clyde discovers that he has been hired to guide gun runner Verrill through the Peruvian jungle, he refuses to help him; But he doesn't know that Verrill has enlisted a witch doctor, so that whatever happens to Verrill happens to Clyde. Ad for Challengers of the Unknown #7. Non-fiction half-page "Curious Names of Western Mines," script by Julius Schwartz, pencils by Morris Waldinger, inks by Tommy Nicolosi. "Ghost in the Doorway" text story. "The Stone Sentinels of Giant Island," art by Jack Kirby; A scientific expedition comes across an unknown island with stone statues resembling those on Easter Island; After one of the statues comes to life, Prof. Spears deciphers an tablet and discovers that the statues are sentries for an ancient alien base under the island. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover art by Bernard Baily. "Designs for Disaster," art by Nick Cardy; Set designer Dane Foote lights his office with an ancient candle found amongst some props he has purchased; Under the light of the candle, he dreams up the perfect set design and the perfect special effect for the movie he is working on; Unfortunately, after the set is built and the scene is shot, a real-life town falls victim to the same thing that happens to the town in the film. Viking Prince ad. "What's Your B. Q.*? (*Brotherhood Quotient)" public service announcement by Jack Schiff, art by Bernard Baily. One-page Peter Puptent, Explorer story by Henry Boltinoff. "The Man Who Turned to Gold," art by Mort Meskin; Professors Mark Rollins and Alec Brand make two interesting discoveries in the jungles of the Yucatan: a mirror that will reflect the future and a chemical that can turn base metals into gold. "Face in the Firelight" text story by George Kashdan. "Body Possessed" one-page story by Morris Waldinger. "The Lair of the Dragonfly!", art by Bernard Baily; Bragen and Sinclair are treasure hunting amongst some ruins when they come across an inscription warning them not to touch the forbidden stone; Ignoring the warning, they release a giant dragonfly that terrorizes the area. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Photo cover features Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz. The comedic misadventures of Lucy and Ricky Ricardo, based on the beloved TV sitcom that set the standard for all to follow. This issue's stories all involve different musical gigs for Ricky. Fred's choice of bus for the band's mountaintop gig leaves a lot to be desired. Ricky's gig in the country lands him right in the middle of a dangerous family feud. Noise complaints from a neighbor could put the kibosh on Ricky's lucrative Las Vegas gig. Band Tour Detour; Mountain Music; Fan Mail; Cyrus Shy: The Get-Away Car That Got Away; Play It Softly. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

One of many vintage supermarket tabloid magazines full of high profile FBI and CIA cases of the era, accompanied by black and white photographs and testimonials from those involved in, and close to the events themselves. 8.5" x 10.5", 58 pages, B&W, recommended for 16+. Cover price $0.25.

Vol. 21, No. 6. April 1959. Text stories, activities, puzzles and illustrations. 6.75" x 10". 68 pages. Partial color. Cover price $0.35.

Cover by Charles Nicholas and Vince Alascia. Stories and art by Rocco "Rocke" Mastroserio, Dick Giordano, and Sal Trapani. Gray-templed gunslinger "Kid" Montana deals out justice in the lawless lands of the northern range. Montana is looking for a peaceful place to settle down, but his dangerous reputation has preceded him throughout the Old West. Montana learns his buddy Farrel is being pursued by the outlaw gang he once rode with. Montana intervenes in a gunfight and finds himself drawn into the deadly feud between two brothers. Family Feud; Fiddle Foot; Moment of Violence; Benby's Perfect Plan!; Poor Prospector; The Banker's Son. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

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Lassie and Timmy [as portrayed by Jon Provost] photo cover. Danger at Dusk, script by Gaylord Du Bois, art by Bob Fujitani; Lassie captures two escaped convicts hiding in an old barn. New Dog text story. Untitled Blaze story, script by Gaylord Du Bois, art by Till Goodan; Renard leads hunters away from his family. The Masked Raider, art by Bob Fujitani; Lassie and Spot tangle with a thieving raccoon. Farm Birds text article. 36 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover pencils by Harry Lucey, inks by Terry Szenics. "Butterfingers," pencils by Bill Vigoda; Warned that Archie is coming over, Mr. Lodge and Smithers hide as many priceless heirlooms as they can and set out worthless junk pieces for Archie to accidentally break. "Count Off," script and art by Joe Harold; Brando shows Peggy how he paints so well. "Katy In A Barrel," script and pencils by Bill Woggon, inks by Hazel Marten and Kathryn Bill; K.O. rips his shorts on the way to see Katy and she's not pleased with his solution to the problem. "Trading Stamps," script and art by Joe Edwards; Jinx holds a contest among the kids to see who has the most interesting stamp collection. "Rock Around The Clock," script and pencils by Bill Woggon, inks by Hazel Marten and Kathryn Bill; K.O. gets a little boisterous on the picnic he's on with Katy. "Red For Danger," pencils by Dan DeCarlo; A gorgeous new redhead is in the neighborhood and Laurie is certain that Wilbur is enamored with her, even though Wilbur has never met the girl. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.10.

#347 - Script by Lawrence Alson. Art by Mel Crawford. Hardcover, 6 1/2-in. x 7 1/2-in., 28 pages, full color. All Ages Cover price $0.25.

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8.5" x 11", 84 pages, B&W Cover price $0.10.

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April 6, 1959. Classic weekly news/photo magazine. Softcover Magazine, 10.5" x 13.5", 160 pages, color. Cover price $0.25.

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April 27, 1959. Classic weekly news/photo magazine. Softcover Magazine, 10.5" x 13.5", 100 pages, color. Cover price $0.25.

Stories and art by Steve Muffatti and Warren Kremer. One of the mainstays of Harvey's long-running kids' comics, Little Dot also features Richie Rich and Little Lotta. Dot's latest wacky relative, Uncle Astro, lets Dot decorate his observatory. Richie Rich's snobby new neighbor Horace Van Snoot tries to impress Richie, but no one is richer than Richie Rich. Little Dot; Follow the Dotted Line; Little Lotta: Unordinarily Speaking; Richie Rich: Crime Wave; First Day; The Dress; Richie Rich; Little Lotta. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

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Cover by Warren Kremer. Stories and art by Carl Wessler and others. Little Dot's classmate Little Lotta has super-strength and an appetite to match. Little Dot and Little Lotta watch a hypnotist show and get their personalities switched for the day. At a wishing well, Maryjane wishes that her soldier father would return home. Richie Rich's spoiled cousin Reggie tries to be a big shot at the rodeo. Banana Land; Bobbie the Baby Sitter; Jerry the Jinx; Moongirl; The Big Switch; Wishing Well; Too Cocky; Richie Rich: Some Bull. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

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A Great Day for OFeeb; Granpa Feeb builds a St. Patricks Day parade float. The Sorcerers Apprentice; Alvin wrecks Mysto the magicians stage performance. Mr. McNabbem Flies a Kite; Lulu visits the principals ill daughter and is chased by Mr. McNabbem. Little Itchs Uncle Bigbag; Lulu tells Alvin about when Itch took the poor little girl to her giant uncles castle for Easter eggs. Overnight Guest; Chubby wants to sleep in the top bunk of Tubbys new double-decker bed. One-page text story, Lulus Diry ("Diary"). 36 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.

Photo cover of Clayton Moore as the Lone Ranger. The Red River Rustlers, art by Tom Gill; The Lone Ranger (in disguise) and Tonto join a cattle drive to solve a rash of cattle rustling. The Open Town, art by Tom Gill; The Lone Ranger and Tonto bring law and order to the wide-open cattle town of Elville. The Brand Changers, art by Tom Gill; The Lone Ranger must prove a gang of cattle rustlers is changing brands. Good Fishing, art by Jon Small; Young Hawk helps his host in the Louisiana bayou catch a huge catfish and a large snapping turtle. Based on the popular Western TV series. 36 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.

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Cover art by Ralph Heimdahl. Bugs' Treasure Tracer, art by Fred Abranz; Bugs Bunny and Elmer Fudd search for treasure using one of Bugs' inventions that detects gold. The Botanical Garden, art by Phil de Lara; Porky, Petunia and Cicero visit a Botanical Garden. A Surprised Painter text story with Porky Pig. Untitled story, script by Don R. Christensen, art by Al Hubbard; Mary Jane and Sniffles help a baby frog who has become lost. Untitled story, art by Phil de Lara; Butch bullys Sylvester into capturing Tweety for Butch's birthday. Untitled story, art by Phil de Lara; Elmer is collecting butterflies. 36 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.

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Cover art by Kelly Freas. Parody of ad for RCA Victor color televisions, art by Kelly Freas. "Sunday Evening Television Roulette," script by Gary Belkin, art by Mort Drucker; The interesting TV viewing you could have by constantly switching channels between ABC, NBC, and CBS. "The Suicide," script and art by Don Martin. "Authentic Sounds In Stereo," script by Tom Koch, art by Wally Wood; Ridiculous extremes to the trend for "real sounds" on stereo records. "How High-Class Magazines Can Use Low-Class Pictures," script by Frank Jacobs, art by Joe Orlando; Shows how the same photo can be used by many different publications, through cropping. "Western Weapons Of The Future," script by Larry Siegel, art by George Woodbridge; Various things TV western heroes might use as weapons, if the trend away from guns continues. "The Hidden Persuaders Become The Hip Persuaders," script by Gary Belkin, art by Wally Wood; Parodies of ads, using hip language and celebrities. "How To Choose And Train Your Master," script by Frank Jacobs and Robert Margroff, art by George Woodbridge; Excerpts from a book written by a dog, on what to look for and how to train a master. "MAD's Modern Handy Phrase Book For The American Tourist," script by Sy Reit, art by George Woodbridge. "If Famous Authors Wrote The Comics," script by Frank Jacobs, art by Wally Wood; Various comic strips written in the styles of: Paddy Chayefsky; Gilbert & Sullivan; Rudyard Kipling; Walt Whitman; Rogers & Hammerstein; Tennessee Williams; Edgar Allan Poe; Mickey Spillane. "MAD's Cut-Rate Success Symbols," script by Sy Reit, art by Joe Orlando. "Movies Are Emptier Than Ever," script and art by Dave Berg; Showing how theaters can attract more patrons by remodeling to be more like watching TV at home. "The Happy Endings Weren't So Happy," script by Sy Reit, art by Bob Clarke; Thoughts on what happened after the end of several fairy tales. 52 pgs., B&W. Cover price $0.25.

Cover by Ed Emshwiller. "Flowers for Algermon" by Daniel Keys and "The Lady in the Tower" by Anne McCaffrey, plus more fantasy and science fiction stories by Anton Chekhov, Gordon R. Dickson, Grendel Briarton, Isaac Asimov, Aldous Huxley, Poul Anderson, Jane Roberts, Damon Knight and Frederick Pohl. Science article by Isaac Asimov. Softcover. 5.5-in. x 7.5-in. 130 pages, black and white (all text) Cover price $0.40.

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Volume 9, Issue 4 - April 1959. Adventure stories, articles and nude photos. 8 1/2-in. x 11-in. 98 Pages B&W. Cover price $0.25.

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Volume 9, Issue 5 - April 1959. Men's interest magazine focusing on true crime and war stories. 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 82 pages, B&W. MATURE READERS Cover price $0.35.