Romantic Secrets (1949 Fawcett) comic books 1950

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Photo cover. "Pawn of Tradition"; Phyllis and her Aunt Melissa live in historic Dendrik Manor; Phyllis is attracted to new neighbor Dennis, but he cant understand her devotion to the "tradition" of the house, which requires constant upkeep that she and her aunt can't afford. "Borrowed Rapture": Office worker Lily gets into debt because she cant resist buying new things; She tells department store bill collector Bob she cant pay because she sends money to her parents (untrue). "Hate Gripped My Heart"; Diane pretends to be Lindas friend, but is really jealous of her; When Fred appears to prefer Linda, Diane becomes angry; Linda is hit by a car and may be permanently crippled. "Release to Glory" Love Story Album text story by Alice Simmons. "Pot of Gold" text story by Frances Howard. "I Lived for Today"; Janet is engaged to Mark, a reform candidate for district attorney; She is selfish and impulsive, never considering the ramifications of her actions; Janet tricks Mark into meeting her on a gambling ship, which is raided: this will end Marks political career. He breaks up with her. 52 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

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This early romance comic from Fawcett had particularly complex plots to go with the tears and kisses. Secretary Sue gets her fiance Mitch a job at her office, but doesn't tell him that the business is crooked. Personnel manager Marge gets a chance to hire Steve, the handsome athlete who broke her heart in college. Myra falls for George, even though she knows he has serious money problems, but then he wants her to embezzle money from her office. Plus a collection of romantic traditions from around the world. Farewell Gesture; A Bitter Love; The Message; He Is My Own; Flowers of Romance; Welcome to My Heart. 48 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.