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Crime Does Not Pay comic books issue 119

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    Crime Does Not Pay (1942-1955 Lev Gleason) 119
    Crime Does Not Pay (1942-1955 Lev Gleason) #119
    Published Feb 1953 by Lev Gleason.

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    Cover by Charles Biro. Stories and art by Charles Biro and others. The title that launched the crime comics genre, Crime Does Not Pay was noted for its violent pre-Code content and lurid tales of underworld life. The true story of infamous outlaw Mad Dog Coll (who refers to himself on the cover as "Glad Dog Coll"). Simple-minded Willie is used as a patsy by his gangster cronies, until he fights back. Beautiful Lilli causes trouble when she's torn between gambler Buck Neilson and powerful political fixer Gowland. Also featuring a vintage ad for "Lev Gleason Comics picture trading cards." Mad Dog Coll, the Mad Gunman; The Hatchet Man; Test Your Judgment; Crime Oddities; Partners In Corruption. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.