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Shocking Mystery Cases (1952) 50

  • Issue #50
    Shocking Mystery Cases (1952) 50
    • Cover detached. Oxidation. Staple rust, rust migration.
    • Consignment. 3% buyer's premium charged at checkout. Graded by MCS, not consignor.
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    • Cover oxidation. Lateral spine tears. Interior staining.
    • Consignment. 3% buyer's premium charged at checkout. Graded by MCS, not consignor.
      Other items consigned by humble cow

    Cover by L.B. Cole. Stories and art by Jay Disbrow and others. Numbering continues from Thrilling Crime Cases (1950) #49. Pre-Code crime comics from L.B. Cole's Star Publications. The unkillable Michael Malloy survives multiple murder attempts by Anthony Marino's gang. The true tale of the Chicago serial killer Dr. Holmes inspires a semi-accurate retelling. A gangster and a mad scientist make a devil's bargain for a human brain. The Shocking Plot to Kill; Disciple Of Satan; Homicidal Madman; Dead Man's Revenge. 36 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.