Comic books January 1951

Cover art by Al Jaffee. Pinkie's Surprise!, art by Al Jaffee. The Charm School!, art by Al Jaffee. Battling Buzz Baxter!, art by Al Jaffee. The Mystery Date!, art by Al Jaffee. Accent on Rhythm text story. The Pesty Guest! starring Mitzi. 52 pgs. $0.10. Cover price $0.10.

"Dancing With Tears in My Eyes"; Archie becomes a dance instructor. "Sheep Shape"; Archie and the gang go to a costume party. "You're Driving Me Crazy," art by Samm Schwartz; Ferdie helps Suzie brush up on her driving. "Wild Roomers"; Wilbur and his friends go on a winter nature hike and make feeders for wild animals. Gossip about Hollywood films and their stars. Untitled story, script and art by Bill Woggon; Randy wants to show Katy Keene his new motor vehicle, which she thinks is a car, but ends up being a motorcycle. "Give Til it Hurts," script and art by Joe Edwards; Bill tries to teach Lil Jinx how to charitable. 52 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover art by Bill Vigoda. "Lure 'Em and Leave 'Em"; Betty wants to impress Archie at the dance so she puts her hair up and wears a tight dress; The problem is, the dress is so tight she can't dance in it and it rips when she tries to bend over. Jughead ad. "Oh, Uke Kid!", script and art by Joe Edwards; Wilbur tries to learn how to play the ukulele so he can give Laurie lessons. "T.V. or Not T.V."; Ferdie tries to spend a quite evening at Suzie's watching T.V. But Gregory shows up and the two guys start a wrestling match. "Hot Stuff" one-pager starring Reggie, script and art by Dave Berg; Burning leaves in a metal container. Midge's first appearance in "Mouse or Moose"; Moose is so in love with his girl Midge, he shows no aggression on the football field. "Science Friction," script and art by Joe Edwards; Li'l Jinx is obsessed with Rocket Rangers. Gossip about Hollywood movies and their stars. Untitled story, script and art by Bill Woggon; Katy Keene and Sis work on losing weight. Katy Keene paper doll by Bill Woggon. 52 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.10.

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Cover photo of Joanne Dru and Robert Walker from the movie "Vengeance Valley." Stories and art by Albert Edward Wiggam, Raymond Flanagan, Bill Walton, Jerry Fasano, Morris Weiss and Ed Moore. Romance comics and movie stars of yesteryear from Famous Funnies. Gloria is torn between her fiance Hal and handsome drifter Joe, but a robbery changes things. Boxer Larry conceals health concerns from girlfriend Teddy, even when his next fight might be his last. Dancer Linda goes too far when trying to sabotage a rival's career and loses the man she loves. The Right Man; Let's Explore Your Mind; She Wanted a Champion; The Envious Heart; Tormented Love; Too Proud for Love; The Classroom Secret; Richard Walker "Our Cover Man"; Joanne Dru "Our Cover Girl". 48 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover art by Matt Baker. "My Runaway Heart" text story by Dana Dutch. "I Changed My Life to Catch a Man," script by Dana Dutch, art by Chuck Miller; Perry agrees to help June get a date with her crush Ken; After her makeover, she suddenly becomes popular with boys; Ken asks June for a date and Perry advises June to join the school dramatics club to seal the deal, since Ken thinks hes a good actor. "Glamour Was My Weakness," art by Matt Baker; Ginger spends her savings on a vacation at swanky Hillview Manor, over her boyfriend Jims objections; She falls in love with David there; hes engaged to Fran but says its a family thing; David demonstrates "a diabolical recklessness" that frightens Ginger. "I Was Trapped by Kisses I Couldn't Resist," pencils by Chuck Miller; Martha vows to dedicate herself to studying at college, but when she meets Ralph, she says "Id love to kiss his fine, strong mouth!"; However, Ralph never asks her for a date because she has a reputation as a "snob" and a "grind"; On a winter break skiing excursion organized by professor Arnold, Martha flirts with him to make Ralph jealous. "My Dangerous Flaw"; Linda arrives at college and ruffles feathers with her superior attitude and disregard for rules; She and Johnny fall in love but he doesnt like it when she acts like "a spoiled brat"; Linda dates Bruce and theyre involved in an auto accident. "Was I His Second Choice?" text story by Dana Dutch. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.10.

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Vol. 4, No. 7 - January 1951. Men's interest magazine devoted to pin-up photos. This issue with an article on sand sailboats and a pictorial of actress Judy Landon. 10" x 13", 42 pages, B&W. Cover price $0.25.

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Volume 4, Issue 10 - January, 1951. Cover by Allen Anderson. Stories by A. A. Craig, Poul Anderson, Bryce Walton, Alfred Coppel, William Oberfield, Allen K. Long, and J. T. McIntosh. Illustrations by Herman Vestal, Earl Mayan, Paul Orban. 6.75" x 9.75", 112 pages, B&W. Cover price $0.20.

Plastic Man stars in "The Sorcerer's Cauldron," "Before It's Too Late," and two untitled stories. Untitled Woozy back-up story. Jack Cole cover and art? Cover price $0.10.

Volume 158, Issue 1 - January 1951. 6 1/2-in. x 9 1/2-in., 272 pages, PC/PB&W. Cover price $0.35.

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Hastings Edition - Volume 1 - 1st printing. "Prince Valiant in the Days of King Arthur!" Story and art by Hal Foster. Adapted by Max Trell. When a brash youth is exiled to the shores of Britain, his daring and cunning soon mark him as a leader of men. Follow the early beginnings as young Val earns the right of Knighthood and becomes Prince Valiant, Knight of the Round Table! Hardcover, 128 pages, B&W. NOTE: Prose story with B&W illustrations on every page. Cover price $3.95.

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"the Case of the Dangerous Doll" (art by George Tuska), "Blind Alley," and "Washout" (art by Tuska). #1-5 has "Crime Cases" on cover; #6-8 has "Rocky Jorden" on cover. Cover price $0.10.

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Volume 53, Issue 4 - January, 1951. 6.5" x 9", 148 pages, B&W. Cover price $0.35.

Cover by John Prentice. Art by John Prentice and Gerald McCann. Another crime comic from the prolific studio of Joe Simon and Jack Kirby, this one featuring crimes throughout history as well as the standard gangster tales. Sometimes listed as Real Clue Crime #59. No issue # on cover; Vol. 5, issue #11 in indicia. A hunchbacked chauffeur becomes the getaway driver for a criminal gang and falls in love with its boss, the beautiful Countess. An escaped convict works his way to the top of a criminal gang. A civic leader's son rebels and turns to crime. Also featuring a vintage ad for training as a "Criminal Investigator" by mail. The Love-Sick Chauffeur; Angles Morris; His Master's Teeth; The Speck In The Mirror; Wu Lien's Curtain; The Solid Citizen; Back-Room Academy. 48 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Volume U, Issue 3 - January 1951. True crime articles, stories and photos. 8.5" x 11.5". 50 pages. Black and white. Cover price $0.25.

Painted cover. In order of appearance: "Because I Was Scandal-Scarred"; "Out to Show Me Up" reprinted in Complete Love Magazine Vol. 31 (1955) #4 and in Love at First Sight (1949) #4 and #34; "Dangerous Flirtation" reprinted in Love Experiences (1949) #33; and "Enslaved by His Kisses". "The Charm Corner: Truth and Consequences, Pep up Your Life, Break the Ice of Loneliness..." text article reprinted in Real Love (1949-56 Ace) #46, as "Your Charm Guide..." in Love at First Sight (1949) #15, and as "Brighten Your Life..." in Ten Story Love Vol. 34 (1954) #6. 36 pages. Full color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Bill Newton. Art by Etta Parks, Wm. P. Eaton, Stan Louis and Bill Newton. Funny-animal comics featuring gunslinging Red Rabbit, bear cubs Willy and Nilly, Officer Mutt, and others in the classic mold. Red Rabbit discovers that Pecos Pete has seized the water rights in Golden Gulch, and pulled a "Chinatown" on the prospectors in return for their gold. In a famous educational strip, pith-helmeted explorer "Cappy Dick" tells readers how to make a magnifying glass with a drop of water, and teaches them Arabic phrases and Egyptian arm-wrestling. In a story (and cover) continued from the previous issue, Hoppy and L'il Tinker (an inventor skunk) get into 1947's famous flying saucer-mania, with a side trip to Mars. Red Rabbit; Adventures in Fun; A Visit to Cappy Dick's Wonderful Hobby House; Little Buck; Pete and Tweet; Paddy Pelican; L'il Tinker. 48 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

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Photos from the Red Ryder Roundup. Red Rider story, pencils by John Hampton; Red and Little Beaver attempt to help Auntie Duchess with her wild cows. Red Rider story, pencils by John Hampton; Red Ryder plans on riding Cyclone, a wild horse. The West that lives Forever article by Fred Harman, art by Bill Lignante. Little Beaver story. The story of Little Turtle, Chief of the Miami tribe, art by Bill Lignante. 52 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.

Canadian Edition. Cover by Fred Harman. Red Rider story, pencils by John Hampton; Red Ryder buys cattle from a gang of rustlers. Red Rider story, pencils by John Hampton; 7 1/2" X 10 1/4". 36 pages.

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Photo cover of Rocky Lane (Allan Lane). "Trouble Trail," art by Ralph Carlson; After a holdup and killing in a general store, Rocky is arrested for the crime. "The Big Battle" starring Dee Dickens. "Gypsy Nights," art by Frank Doyle; A stranded traveling circus is accused of stealing and robbing. "The Last Plank," art by Frank Doyle; Lots of settlers have had their houses collapse on them, and Rocky suspects the lumer mill owner. Captain Video comic ad. "Traders in Deceit!", art by Ralph Carlson; Rocky is taken prisoner by fur-robbers. 52 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.10.

This early romance comic from Fawcett had particularly complex plots to go with the tears and kisses. Diane works for the warden at the state prison, and falls for convict Larry, who wants her to help him escape. Martha returns to her hometown of "Homeville" after college and feels arrogantly superior to everyone there, but a visit from a school chum changes her tune. Steelworker Jerry wants to move up to management, and is torn between Carol, who loves him as he is, and Edith, who thinks she can make him into management material. Love's Captive; Solitude; The Verdict; End of the Rainbow! 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

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Photo cover. "Beyond Redemption!"; College student Jackie agrees to a date with Lefty, who is "much older" than she; They spend time together, but one night he robs a jewelry store while she is with him; Lefty says he made Jackie his accomplice so she will pressure her police detective father to get one of his gang released. "The Lie," art by Bob Powell; Factory worker Inez bets she can get foreman Jim to ask her for a date; She does, by telling him lies about her sick mother and impoverished student brother. "Love's Not-So-Sweet Song" Melody Ames text story by Robert Lucas. "My Guilty Heart"; Aspiring fashion designer Velma leaves her job and boyfriend Steve to join famous designer Ray; However, she learns Ray is a lecher and a fake who passes off his wifes designs as his own. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.10.

Photo cover of the famous singing cowboy, plus interior photos. Broken Boundaries starring Roy Rogers, art by Albert Micale; Diana Markham's hired gunmen shoot on sight anyone crossing her fence line. The Trade Rat's Treasure starring Roy Rogers, art by the Al McKimson team; Roy enters a spooky old farmhouse and finds a girl hiding there, looking for her grandpa's hidden gold. Pioneers of the Old West text story, art by Albert Micale. The Railroad Scooter starring Trigger, art by Harry Parkhurst. 52 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.

Canadian Edition. Photo cover of the famous singing cowboy, plus interior photos. Broken Boundaries starring Roy Rogers, art by Albert Micale; Diana Markham's hired gunmen shoot on sight anyone crossing her fence line. The Trade Rat's Treasure starring Roy Rogers, art by the Al McKimson team; Roy enters a spooky old farmhouse and finds a girl hiding there, looking for her grandpa's hidden gold. Pioneers of the Old West text story, art by Albert Micale. The Railroad Scooter starring Trigger, art by Harry Parkhurst. 52 pgs. $0.10. Cover price $0.10.

Sad Sack, Hector the Director, Holly of Hollywood, Rumpus, and Fun at the Zoo. One-page Tootsie Roll ad, "Captain Tootsie Catches Hi-Jackers" by Bill Schreiber. 36 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.

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Men's interest magazine focusing on Western adventure stories. 8.5" x 11", 98 pages, B&W. Cover price $0.25.