Public Enemies (1948-49 DS) 2
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Published Jun 1948 by D.S. Publishing.$230.00
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Cover by Art Gates. Stories and art by Al Wenzel, Al McLean and Art Gates. Tales of true crime inspired this violent pre-Code crime comic from DS Publishing. The real-life story of Norman "Red" Ryan, who led a double life as a reformed ex-con and radio host, while still running an armed-robbery gang. A woman offers to marry any man who will give her $1,000 for an operation to save her mother's life. In 1924, Felix Sloper is dubbed the "Lone Wolf" for his daring bank robberies in California. Plus an article warning readers about scam-artist tricks. Graduation for Murder; The Saga of Red Ryan; Love for Sale; Hi Lights; Massacre at Canon City Prison; Confessions and a Shave; The Man Who Wanted to Hang; The Luck of Felix Sloper. 48 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.