Sweethearts Vol. 2 (1954-1973) comic books
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Issue #58
Published 1961 by Charlton Comics Group.$8.50
- 2" Cumulative spine split.
Cover by Joe Sinnott and Vince Colletta. Stories and art by Charles Nicholas, Vince Alascia, Joe Sinnott and Vince Colletta. Sweethearts was Charlton's continuation of the first monthly romance title, lasting from the romance boom of the '50s until the early '70s. Newlyweds Vic and Beth face money woes, which makes Vic feel inferior. Boy meets girl on a "party line," in a story that showcases 1950s phone technology. A woman finds that her fibs are catching up with her. My Prince Charming; Flight to Romance; Try Two Weeks or Three Weeks; Party Line; Little White Lies; No Good-Bye. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.
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Issue #66
Published Jul 1962 by Charlton Comics Group.$50.00
Cover by Joe Sinnott and Vince Colletta. Stories and art by Joe Sinnott and Vince Colletta. Sweethearts was Charlton's continuation of the first monthly romance title, lasting from the romance boom of the '50s until the early '70s. Newlywed Doris accompanies hubby Cleve everywhere, even to sports games and things she'd rather skip, and wonders why he feels smothered. Peg and Bud meet for numerous dates, but circumstances keep interrupting them just when things are heating up. Ruth loves sailor Sam, but her friends think she can do better, in a story with art by future Fantastic Four legend Joe Sinnott. Plus a vintage ad for color stills of popular stars of the day, including Troy Donahue, Sandra Dee, Pat Boone and other teen heartthrobs of the '50s. Together My Love; Sunshine Rain; Kiss Love Goodbye; Martha Marsden Meditates; The Wrong Love. 32 pages, Full Color.
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Issue #71
Published 1963 by Charlton Comics Group.$29.00
View scans- .5" Spine split from botton. Centerfold detached. Staple rust. Rust migration.
Cover inks by Vince Colletta. Stories and art by Vince Colletta and others. Sweethearts was Charlton's continuation of the first monthly romance title, lasting from the romance boom of the '50s until the early '70s. Wealthy Pamela dates grease monkey Jerry, but he's uncomfortable with her family and threatened by her wealth, wanting to support them both. Librarian Jane makes herself over into a vivacious redhead to attract handsome actor Brad, but it turns out he likes the librarian type. Kathy has a lot of explaining to do when Mark and Lloyd finally find out about each other. Detour to Love; Glamor Girl; The First Love; Blind Jealousy. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.12.
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Issue #72
Published Jun 1963 by Charlton Comics Group.- Water damage.
- Consignment. 3% buyer's premium charged at checkout. Graded by MCS, not consignor.
Edited by Pat Masulli. Cover inks by Vince Colletta? Stories by unknown. Art by Vince Colletta? and unknown. She knows this kiss is only part of the play, but...can't Tim tell that she loves him? Don't miss..."On Stage With Love"! Also featuring: "The Bookworm Turned" and "A Little Patience"! Plus: 2-page text story "A Penny For Your Love"! 32 pages, full color. Cover price $0.12.
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Issue #76
Published Mar 1964 by Charlton Comics Group.$55.00
Cover inks by Dick Giordano. Stories and art by Vince Colletta, Sal Gentile and Dick Giordano. Sweethearts was Charlton's continuation of the first monthly romance title, lasting from the romance boom of the '50s until the early '70s. Cal and Margo want to get married, but her parents take her on a cruise to Europe first, to see if that changes how they feel. Hildy and Jack have a Grease-style summertime romance at camp, but she's puzzled by his behavior back in the real world. Helen falls for handsome, two-fisted truck driver Bruce when he punches out a guy for making a pass at her. Test of Love; Just for Laughs; Woman Chaser; Sweet Second Thoughts. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.12.
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Issue #137
Published Dec 1973 by Charlton Comics Group.$4.00
Stories and art by Art Cappello, Charles Nicholas and Vince Alascia. Sweethearts was Charlton's continuation of the first monthly romance title, lasting from the romance boom of the '50s until the early '70s. A woman loves the danger and excitement of dating a race-car driver, until tragedy strikes. Seeking a rich husband, Eve goes sailing at the marina and meets Rick, but Rick isn't what he seems. Paula has a crush on Dean, the married man she baby-sits for, but it seems an impossible love. Loser's Reward; What Are Friends For; Love and Money; Just Jeannette; The Now Feeling; A Love I'll Never Know! Final issue of the series. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.20.
