Comic books December 1956

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Cover pencils by Wayne Boring, inks by Stan Kaye. "The First Superman of Krypton," script by Edmond Hamilton, pencils by Wayne Boring, inks by Stan Kaye; Superman discovers a lead box in space containing another journal of Jor-Els and some films which he made; When he reads the journal and views the films, he learns how Jor-El first discovered evidence of Kryptons coming destruction shortly before Kal-Els birth on the 10,000th year of Kryptons civilization; Superman realizes his father was the first "superman" of Krypton, and silently promises to use his powers only in the cause of righteousness. "Janu, Jungle God" starring Congo Bill, script by Jack Miller, art by Howard Sherman. "How To Start A Stamp Collection" article by Jack Miller (as Joe Mallon), art by Raymond Perry. "The Amazing Future Toys," script by Otto Binder, art by Jim Mooney; Tommy Tomorrow vs. Nova Norton. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Volume 1, Issue 3 - December, 1956. Men's interest magazine featuring articles, fiction stories, humor and nude pictorials. 8.25" x 11", 68 pages, B&W. MATURE READERS Cover price $0.50.

Cover pencils by Curt Swan, inks by Stan Kaye. The Super-Feats of Superbaby starring Superboy, script by Otto Binder, art by John Sikela; Superboy repays men in town who helped him when he was a baby. Three Fates for Aquaman, art by Ramona Fradon. Varsity Vic humor page by Henry Boltinoff. The Battle of the Arrowcars starring Green Arrow, art by George Papp. 36 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

"My Fiancee Abigail," "The Ambassadors," and "The Secret of the Aztecs." Edited by Richard E. Hughes. Cover by Ogden Whitney. Stories by Kurt Schaffenberger, John Rosenberger, and Harry Lazarus. 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 Owen Fitzgerald. Football Folly Part 1, art by Owen Fitzgerald; Bob joins a college football team. Football Folly Part 2; Bob continues his athletic endeavors. Honey in Hollywood half-pager by Henry Boltinoff. Peg humor page by Henry Boltinoff. Football Folly Part 3. 36 pgs. Cover price $0.10.

"Rex, Honorary Fire Chief!" After visiting a firehouse to learn safety tips, Rex braves an apartment fire, rescues some kittens trapped in a basement, and earns the affections of the firehouse dog (a doberman named Queenie). Also includes: "A Jailbird for Bobo!" (starring Detective Chimp); "Canine Castaway!"; and "Dog Teams." Script by Robert Kanigher and John Broome, pencils by Gil Kane and Carmine Infantino, inks by Bernard Sachs. Cover by Kane. Cover price $0.10.

Vol. 1, No. 1. First issue of this men's magazine that included humor, fiction, and pictorials. Feature article on the making of "Baby Doll" with photos of Carroll Baker from the film. 8.25" x 11". 66 pages. Partial color, partial black and white. Mature. Cover price $0.50.

Edited by Whitney Ellsworth and Robert Kanigher. Cover by Jerry Grandenetti. Stories by Bob Haney, Ross Andru, Mike Esposito, Irwin Hasen, Bill Finger, Jack Abel, Henry Boltinoff, Irv Novick, and Robert Kanigher. Adventure tales of war and the military, including some humor—go into combat with All American Men of War! 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

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Volume 30, Issue 12 - December, 1956. 5.5" x 7.5", 132 pages, B&W. Cover price $0.35.

Lockheed Aircraft Corporation's annual report to shareholders. Celebrating the 25th anniversary of the company. Spotlighting Lockheed's financial stability and future. 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 30 pages, black and white.

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Archies Christmas Stocking Cover price $0.25.

Volume 8, Issue 6 - December, 1956. 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", 50 pages, B&W. -MATURE READERS- Cover price $0.50.

Cover art by Joe Maneely. They Walk Through Walls!, art by Paul Reinman; A man with aspirations of overthrowing the U.S. government is apprehended by men who walk through walls. They explain to him that they are a secret society dedicated to guarding the people from men like him. Afraid to Dream!, art by Jack Kirby. Something Waits For Me!, art by Bob Forgione. No Answer, art by John Forte; A man thinks he is a failure because the machine he created to contact other worlds gets no response and his boss fires him. Voodoo!, art by Gene Colan. 36 pgs. $0.10. Cover price $0.10.

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December 1956 - Volume 58, Issue 4 - 1st printing. Science fiction stories: "False Prophet" by Robert Randall, "2066: Election Day" by Michael Shaara, "Look On My Works" by Algis Budrys, "Names! Names! Names!" by Isaac Asimov and "The Naked Sun"(Conclusion) by Isaac Asimov. Illustrations by Freas and van Dongen. Article on naming the elements by Asimov. Cover by Van Dongen. Softcover, 5.5-in. x 7.75-in.; 162 newsprint pages, B&W. Cover price $0.35.

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Cover by Sheldon Moldoff. "The Man Who Knew Batman's Secret," script by Edmond Hamilton, pencils by Dick Sprang, inks by Charles Paris; Batman is seeking to capture John Varden, but the wily criminal eludes him. Meanwhile, an out-of-town detective named Crane enters the picture, accidently discovering Batman's true identity, a fact well publicized by the media. Half-page Casey the Cop story by Henry Boltinoff. Gifts to the United Nations! public service announcement, art by Ruben Moreira. "Robin's 50 Batman Partners," script by Bill Finger, pencils by Dick Sprang, inks by Charles Paris; Batman injures his foot, so Robin must fill in for the Caped Crusader at the Batman Exposition, where he is being honored; Unfortunately, the Boy Wonder is attacked there by a mob who seek the diamonds the boy is carrying. 2/3-page Casey the Cop story by Henry Boltinoff. Invisible Detectives article by Jack Miller. "The Creature from 20,000 Fathoms," script by Bill Finger, pencils by Sheldon Moldoff, inks by Charles Paris; A new underwater species is discovered, but a diver seeks to sabotage efforts to study it, so Batman must step in and save the creature and its egg. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover art by John Severin. The Raiders Attack!, art by Paul Reinman. Confidence text story. When the Mortars Roar, art by Chuck Miller. The Sacrifice!, pencils by Bob Forgione, inks Jack Abel. To the Last Man!, art by Sid Check. The Hostages!, art by Joe Maneely. 32 pgs. Cover price $0.10.

Based on the TV and radio show of the same name, Big Town lasted 50 issues. This installment includes the following: "The Living Shadows of Big Town!" (Steve Wilson's protégé, a guy named Rush Martin, discovers the secrets behind three accused people in his rooming house); "Masked Monarch of the Underworld!"; and "The Four-Wheeled Newsman." Scripts John Broom and Frances E. Heron, pencils by Manny Stallman, inks by John Giunta. Cover by Gil Kane and Joe Giella. Cover price $0.10.

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Last issue published by Quality. Cover by Dick Dillin and Chuck Cuidera. Stories by Robert Bernstein and unknown. Art by Dick Dillin, Chuck Cuidera and Sam Citron. Featuring Blackhawk in: "The Winged Menace" by Robert Bernstein, Dick Dillin and Chuck Cuidera; "Red Timetable of Treachery" by Bernstein, Dillin and Cuidera; "One Minute Till Doom" by Bernstein, Dillin and Cuidera; and 1-page text story "Origin of the Blackhawks," reprinted from issue #50. Plus: Back-up story "Red Helicopter Ambush" by Bernstein and Sam Citron. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

36 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.

Volume 5, Issue 6 - December 1956. Men's interest magazine focusing on sports, celebrities, war, and glamour girls. 4-in. x 6-in., 64 pages, B&W Cover price $0.15.

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Cover by Irv Novick. "Three Arrows Against Doom!", script by Bob Haney, art by Russ Heath; Robin Hood, disguised as an old trader, tells the story of three different arrows that saved him from trouble. "Peril of the Burning Sea," script by Bob Haney, art by Joe Kubert; During a fishing expedition, Jon and the crew come across a burning face above the water, shooting flames at their vessel!; Captain Olaf and the rest of the crew dub it a fire-troll, but Jon isn't so sure. The First Commandos article by Ross Andru; A brief story about Vikings and their raids. Medieval Games of War article by Jack Miller, art by Raymond Perry; How medieval knights trained for combat. "The Tale of the Falcon and the Stallion," script by Robert Kanigher, art by Irv Novick; Slasher the falcon and Tana the stallion are debating with the forest creatures which of them are more important to the Silent Knight's fight against evil; Slasher's hawk eyes were able to spot an enemy from a mile away, but Tana's hooves have sped his master through many harrowing situations. Facts about the flags of Spain, Alaska and Louisiana. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

A racy pageant of peppy cartoons, girls, and giggles. 98 pgs, B&W. 5 1/2" x 7 1/2". Cover price $0.25.

Stories by unknown. Art by unknown. Someone sure was trying to take Bett's boyfriend away... and he couldn't keep his eyes off her! Don't miss... "How Can I Compete with Her?" Also featuring: "A Carbon Copy Lover"; "The Man I Couldn't Forget"; and "My Dream Walked In"! Plus: 1-page text story "I Love Only Once"! 32 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.

Volume 4, Issue 6 - December, 1955. Men's interest digest with stories of war, science, and crime, as well as many full pages dedicated to tasteful pin-up photography. Softcover Digest, 5" x 7.5", 130 pages, B&W. Cover price $0.25.