Comic books September 1952

Cover by Eric Peters. Art by Eric Peters and others. The classic comedy duo of TV, radio and film starred in this comic at the height of their careers. Detectives Bud and Lou are hired to protect the priceless Hopeless Diamond during a masquerade party. The boys are competing against each other in a painting contest without knowing it. After Private Lou is mistaken for a general, the boys are pursued across an amusement park by spies who look a little like Boris and Natasha. Gag Bag; The Semi-Private Eyes; The Big Brush-Off!; The Admiral's Darling Daughter; Taken for a Ride!; Top This; Fun Time. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Art by Dudley Page. 24 pages.

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Cover art by Win Mortimer. Rules of Water Safety! public service announcement starring Buzzy, script by Jack Schiff, art by Win Mortimer. Lois Lane... Witch starring Superman, art by Al Plastino. Survival In The Snow starring Congo Bill, pencils by Ed Smalle. The Eye of Space starring Tommy Tomorrow, art by Jim Mooney. The Killer Horse of Hollow Hills starring Vigilante, art by Bob Brown. 44 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

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Vol. 126, No. 2 - September 1952. 6.75" x 9.75", 114 pages, B&W. Cover price $0.25.

Cover art by Win Mortimer. The Grand Prize of the Underworld starring Superboy, art by John Sikela. House ad for Our Army at War #2, All-American Men of War #127 and Star Spangled War Stories #132. The Bank Beneath the Sea starring Aquaman, art by Ramona Fradon. Johnny Quick's Outlaw Double starring Johnny Quick, pencils by Paul Norris, inks by Sy Barry. Shorty humor page by Henry Boltinoff. The Crimes of the Jinx Gang starring Green Arrow, art by George Papp. 44 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Edited by Richard E. Hughes. Cover by Ken Bald. Stories by Pete Riss, Emil Gershwin, Al Camy, George Klein, Charles Nicholas, and Gus Ricca. Spine-chilling tales of suspense, horror, and the supernatural—prepare yourself for Adventures into the Unknown! 36 pages, full color. $0.10. Cover price $0.10.

Cover art by Bill Everett. The Ghoul!, art by Vic Carrabotta; A murderer attempting to hide in a cemetery is picked up by a couple of troopers on suspicion of being a ghoul; He eludes them and takes refuge in a swamp shack where he is attacked by the ghoul the police were on the lookout for. Objewanga text story. The Killers!, art by Bernie Krigstein; Man tries to control the population numbers of a strange creature from the lake, and by poisoning them off, they realize that they have destroyed the species that was controlling the numbers of an even worse creature. Too Old to Live. Down in the Cellar, pencils by Paul Cooper; A taxidermist who loves birds kills and stuffs the hunters who bring them in and puts them in the basement. The Pit of Horror!, art by Bill Everett; Satan's imps get lazy so he brings an efficiency expert down from Earth to whip them back into shape. 36 pgs. Cover price $0.10.

Story, Art and Cover by Howie Post. Dean Martin, Jerry Lewis and Sir Loinchop star in a 3-part untitled tale! Plus: "The Martin and Lewis Story" 3-pager (with art by Bob Oksner); Honey in Hollywood untitled half-pager by Henry Boltinoff; Peg untitled 1-pager by Boltinoff; Twisting the Dial text piece (with art by Raymond Perry); Teen Teasers activity half-pager by Martin Naydel; and Kitty Karr of Hollywood untitled back-up story (with art by Mort Drucker). 40 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.

Flying model aircraft hobby magazine. 8 1/4-in. x 11-in., 82 pages, B&W. Cover price $0.35.

Cover by Ernest Schroeder. Stories and art by George Evans, Floyd Torbert and Ernest Schroeder. One of the more fanciful and influential of 1940s aviator heroes, Airboy fights evil with his radio-controlled plane "Birdie" and its plethora of experimental flying tech. Sometimes listed as Airboy Comics #103. No issue # on cover; Vol. 9, issue #8 in indicia. Airboy investigates the legends of Runway 13, where the ghost of a crashed flight appears every night. A black crab brings evil to Jacques, the fisherman who catches it, and everyone around him. A simple fisherman outwits a greedy feudal lord and his rigged trials by combat. Airboy; The Heap: The Great Black Crab of Brittany; The Answer of the Maelstrom; Did You Know That...; Somewhere in Africa; Clunyngton's Giant. 36 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

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Final issue. Cover by Sol Brodsky. Written by Carl Wessler and unknown. Art by Jay Scott Pike, Vernon Henkel, E.J. Smalle and Carl Hubbell. True cases proving crime can't win! In this issue: The rugged, inside story of what really happens during a..."Prison Break" by Carl Wessler and Jay Scott Pike; 2-page text story "The Midnight Chase"; "One of the Gang" with art by Vernon Henkel; "Manhunter" with art by E.J. Smalle; and "Secret Agent" by Wessler and Carl Hubbell. 32 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Iger Shop. Stories by unknown. Art by Ed Waldman? and Iger Shop. "Private Scandal" with art by Ed Waldman? and Iger Shop - Janice falls for the older, much-married Bob. Her widowed mother suspects Bob may be a fortune-hunter, since Janice and her mother are financially well-off. Bob switches his attentions to Janice's mother, and proposes marriage. Mrs. Pearson explains she and Janice are broke, and Bob angrily departs. Janice learns her mother made up the story of their poverty to expose Bob's true motives. Plus: "Doubtful Kisses" with art by Iger Shop - Ed had proposed to Sally when she was 18 years old, even though he was 35. She fell in love instead with Howard, closer to her own age. Years later, they are happily married and have a daughter. Sally is invited to a dinner honoring Ed; he's now old and bald, though successful. Sally realizes she made the right choice. Also: "How Can I Love You?" with art by Iger Shop - Marion vows revenge on Andrew Morris, whose actions caused her father to go to prison on charges of embezzlement. She falls in love with Paul, Andrew's son and is conflicted. However, Andrew shows her a letter written by her father, taking full responsibility for his crimes. Marion and Paul will marry. And: "Her Man or Mine?" with art by Iger Shop - Military hero David returns to his home town and is reunited with his girlfriend Elaine. David was previously married to Rose, but thinks this was annulled. Learning David intends to run for mayor, Rose reappears and demands money for a divorce (saying she'd lied about the annulment). But David proves she's lying now, that they are no longer married. He warns Rose to get out and stay out of his life. Plus: 2-page text story "Stranger's Meeting" by Ruth Millay. 32 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.

Volume 2, Issue 6 - September, 1952. Art and Camera Magazine is a great tool for the amateur artist. It contains articles, exposes and product reviews that you can use to your advantage while exploring creativity in the world of fine arts. 8.5" x 11", 52 pages, B&W. Contains nudity and is recommended for mature readers. Cover price $0.50.

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Stories and art by Bernie Krigstein, Lawrence Dresser, Henry Sharp, Paul Parker, and Vic Martin. Sci-fi and fantasy from Ziff-Davis, edited by the legendary co-creator of Superman, Jerry Siegel. On Death Row for killing her emotionally abusive husband, Bernice gets a chance to trade places with Zoro, a woman from Mars, but there's a twist. In 2450, Earth and Mars get into a conflict involving planet-destroying "Z-bombs." Martin Hawkins and the men of the Perimeter (planetary) Patrol battle the Space Pirates of Xarpot, in a story with art by EC legend Bernie Krigstein. Plus a one-pager about the possibilities of a future space station. Cover may be the work of Krigstein. Martin Hawkins: Space Pirates of Xarpot; Deal to Die; Here Come the Martians!; Station in Space; The City of Light; Fun in the Future; The Man Who Killed a World! Final issue of the series. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Final issue of the series. "The Weasel Returns" (art by Joe Sinnott), "Which is Witch," "Hands Off," "Drop Dead" (script by Hank Chapman)"The Mousetrap," and a two-page text story, "The Strange Smile." Cover price $0.10.

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Volume 26, Issue 9 - September, 1952. Cover by Walter Popps. Science fiction stories by Paul W. Fairman, John Russel Fearn, Rog Phillips, Dean Evans, William P. McGivern, H. B. Hickey. Illustrations by William Slade, Virgil Finlay, Tom Beecham, Gaylord Walker, Emsh. 7-in. x 10-in.; black and white; 162 newsprint pages. Cover price $0.25.

The American Girl magazine. For all girls--Published by the Girl Scouts, features articles, advice, and crafts. 8 1/2-in. x 11 1/2-in., 58 pages, B&W Cover price $0.25.

Vol. 154, No. 3 - September 1952. 8.25" x 11", 144 pages, B&W. Cover price $0.35.

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8.5" x 11", 52 pages, B&W Cover price $0.25.

September 1952. Publication of the Arizona Highway Department featuring stories and art with Western themes. In this issue: Western boots; quarter horses; cartoonist J.R. Williams; art of Jo Mora; and more. 9-in. x 12-in.; part color, part black and white; 40 pages on white paper. Cover price $0.35.

Men's interest digest with comics, jokes and tasteful pin-up photography. 5" x 6.5", 98 pages, B&W. Cover price $0.25.

Volume 4, Issue 3 - September, 1952. Art Photography Magazine was a men's interest publication produced from July, 1949 to December, 1958 that focused heavily on photographing the nude female form, as well as a fair amount of "cheesecake" pin-up style photography. Included are articles on how to take better photographs, product reviews of different photography equipment, and diving deeper into what makes photography a legitimate form of art. 8.5" x 10.5", 52 pages, B&W. -MATURE READERS- Cover price $0.50.

The Werewolf of Wilmach!, art by Tony DiPreta; A man plans to rob the banker of a village that believes it is being subject to werewolf attacks. I Can't Move, art by George Roussos. Tomb with a View; A grave robber decides to head for India where there will be less competition and they leave their dead out in the open on four pillars. Drive of Death; A hit and run driver is picked up by the ghost of the man he killed and driven to a watery grave. The Hiding Place!, art by Marty Elkin. 36 pgs. $0.10. Cover price $0.10.

September, 1952 - Volume 8, Issue #9.

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September 1952. Volume 50, Issue 1. Cover by Alejandro. Science fiction stories by Thomas Wilson, A. Bertram Chandler, Walter M. Miller Jr, and Robert Donald Locke. Article "Improbable Profession'" by Leonard Lockhard. Illustrations by Cartier, Orban, Pawelka, and Van Dongen. Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 7 1/2-in., 162 pages, Text (with B&W Illustrations). Cover price $0.35.

Stories and art by Harry Harrison and Vince Napoli. Violent pre-Code war comics from Youthful Magazines. During WWII, Carl Maxon risks his life to take out a Nazi sniper nest and wins the Medal of Honor. The story of the USS Perch, a submarine that waged a desperate battle against Axis vessels during WWII. The true story of Jimmy Doolittle and the famed Thirty Seconds over Tokyo bombing mission. Medal of Honor; The Mission of the Pregnant Perch; The Anzio Derby; Target Tokyo; O.S.S. - Operation Petticoat! 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

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Cover by Matt Baker. Stories and art by Edd Ashe, Al Tyler, Bob Forgione and Enrico Bagnoli. Pre-Code crime comics from St. John with an above-average lineup of artists. A comics biography of notorious bank robber Willie Sutton, who supposedly said he robbed banks "because that's where the money is." Also, a short text piece on the forty-year long career of Sutton. Ex-GI McKay, in Paris on the GI Bill, gets involved in a scheme to smuggle stolen diamonds into the US. Cover by good-girl art legend Matt Baker. Willie Suttons Worst Enemy - Himself; Willie Suttons Career in Crime; Diamonds Can Kill! 36 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Original Edition Sept 1952. Edited by Joseph W. Miller. Fanzine dedicated to Edgar Rice Burroughs. 5.5-in. x 6.5-in.; black and white; 12 pages.

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Cover by Win Mortimer. It's Smart to Check -- And Double Check! public service announcement starring Superman, script by Jack Schiff, art by Winslow Mortimer. "The Jungle Batman!", script by David Vern, pencils by Bob Kane (Batman and Robin figures only) and Lew Sayre Schwartz, inks by Charles Paris; After capturing the feared Sinister Eight, Commissioner Gordon asks the Dynamic Duo to deliver the crooks by radio-controlled ship to their prison at Satan's Island; The ship is torpedoed and sunk during a storm at sea. Two-page Varsity Vic story by Henry Boltinoff. "The Legion of Faceless Men!", pencils by Dick Sprang, inks by Charles Paris; Batman and Robin get invited to a party at The Maskers Club, which is formed by people who wear masks at their jobs; After the party, crime ensues. Half-page Private Pete story by Henry Boltinoff. One-page Peg story by Henry Boltinoff. Changing Styles In Magic article by David Kahn (as Donald King), art by Raymond Perry. Half-page Shorty story by Henry Boltinoff. "The Death-Cheaters of Gotham City!", script by David Vern, art by Jim Mooney (as Bob Kane); Batman becomes a member of the strange "Death Cheaters Club," but a wanted criminal, who fits the qualifications for membership, is denied the same--and vows vengeance against all the members! Casey the Cop one-page story by Henry Boltinoff. 52 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover art by Russ Heath. Torture, script by Hank Chapman, art by Russ Heath. Report from Korea text story. Don't Shoot, art by Sy Grudko. Ammo Carrier, art by Jay Scott Pike. Red Attack, script by Hank Chapman. 32 pgs. $0.10. Cover price $0.10.

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Cover by Carl Pfeufer. Stories and art by Clem Weisbecker and John Martin. Pre-Code war comics from Fawcett, created during the height of the Korean War. A submarine crew under attack tries to carry on after their captain is wounded. A US soldier undertakes a suicide mission. The appropriately named Pvt. Joe Waite is eager for action, after being stationed for months on a remote Korean island. Theyve Got to Kill Me!; According to the Book; Bases Loaded; R Is for Rotation. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Written by unknown. Art and Cover by Jerry Robinson. Don't miss the rugged action within! Featuring: "The Death-Trap of General Chun!"; "Captured By the Reds"; "Airborne Attack"; and "Mopping Up!" Plus: 2-page text story "Whittling Isn't Work!" 32 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Bernard Bailey. Stories and art by Sheldon Moldoff and Bob McCarthy. Classic pre-Code horror from St. John. Prospector Dusty murders a competitor for his gold, then is denied water in the desert by his victim's ghost. Killers Jocko and Squash mock Justice, until she appears to them in person. Dr. Carlton ill-advisedly experiments with "flatlining" himself. The Dry Doom; Voice in the Brain; The Haunting White Shadow; Deaths Round Trip. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

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Cover art by Ken Rice. Noose for a Magician, pencils by Lou Cameron; Englishman Gaxton learns powerful magic from an Indian fakir; Including a rope trick which leads to the region of the undead. Having learned all, Gaxton murders his master and starts performing on his own. Don't wake the Dead!, pencils by Jim McLaughlin; Delia, a medium at seances, is overpowered by visions of the dead, commanding her to help them kill all those who disturbed their rest; A young man tries to intervene, but the dead get their murderous revenge. The Gold Monster of Hell's Canyon, pencils by Bill Molno. The Harpy of Central Park, art by Chic Stone. 36 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.