First Romance Magazine (1949-1958 Harvey) comic books 1956

"Clinging Vine," pencils by Bob Powell; Midge cant stand to be separated from her new husband Gordon; He says "I want a wife — not a clinging vine! Youre smothering me—choking me!" and walks out; Midge is notified that Gordon was the victim of a hit-and-run accident. "The Romantic Season" text story, pencils by Bob Powell. "I Know, My Love," pencils by Bob Powell; "Common-sense" Lois wants a husband who is "rich and reliable!"; On a trip to Hawaii, she meets beachcomber Dan and they are attracted to each other, but she tells him "Ive always been taught to hate shiftlessness - irresponsibility!"; She urges him to get a job. "Forbidden Love"; Just before her boyfriend Bruce returns from service in Korea, Sue meets Alan and falls in love with him; Gossip about their relationship spreads through the town, because Bruce is a hero who received the Silver Star; Alan and Sue break up, and Sue is reunited with Bruce. A Letter from "My Love" text story. "Love's Decision," art by Jack Sparling; College students Carol and Roger fall in love, but star football player Phil steals her away; Carol discovers Phil is unfaithful to her; After Roger, who also plays football, plays a great game, Carol apologizes to him and he takes her back. 36 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.

Stories and art by Al Avison, Jack Sparling, Joe Certa, Lee Elias and Bob Powell. Tales of love and heartbreak in 1950s America from publisher Harvey. Doris goes to Hollywood and falls for movie star Monte, but he only has eyes for his co-star. Smooth-talking Sam goads Betty into embezzling five grand from her boss to finance his latest scheme. Peggy is broken-hearted over losing Ricky to a gorgeous redhead, but she doesn't seem to notice that Jerry loves her deeply. Heartbreak in Hollywood; I Know My Love!; I Couldn't Trust My Heart; Too Blind To Love; Clothing Closeups!; The Old Love and the New; Could I Make Him Forget? 36 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.

Stories and art by Al Avison and Bob Powell. Tales of love and heartbreak in 1950s America from publisher Harvey. Emily is conflicted when old love Les returns after she's already settled down with Ken. Nurse Jill sacrifices her engagement to intern Vic for a life of parties with handsome Tony. Wealthy banker's daughter Harriet can't understand why handsome teller Ed isn't interested in her, but then she finds out about Betty. Kisses from the Past; Are These Your Rules of Love?; Romantic Illusion; I Sacrificed Happiness; I Bought Love; Too Tall for Romance; My Double. 36 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Jack Kirby. Stories and art by Bill Draut, Ross Andru, Joe Certa and Bob Powell. Tales of love and heartbreak in 1950s America from publisher Harvey. Nancy wants boyfriend Vic to take part in a race that can save her trucking company, but Vic's response is disappointing. Party girl Marion learns she only has months to live, and wonders if she should spend them with steady John or in a life of wild dissipation. Betty is conflicted when her friend Irene's husband seems to fall in love with her, but it's all a case of mistaken identity. I Gambled on Love; Last Goodbye; The Perfect Wardrobe; Exit, Love ...; The Kiss; The Bashful Suitor; My Secret! 36 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover pencils by Jack Kirby. "Take Me Away"; Sally lives in the slums but dreams of a better life some day; She falls in love with Pete and perhaps their future will improve. "One Last Fling" text story. "So You've Got A Job!"; How to behave at work: dont be the "office gossip," the "office mooch," a chronic complainer, or a clock-watcher. "End Of a Dream!"; Chorus line dancer June meets soldier Bobby at a USO club and they fall in love; She doesnt tell him what she does for a living, and when he finds out he is shocked; She says it's tough to make a living on your own. "Take Me," art by Bob Powell; Nurse Mary loves doctor Tom but hes engaged to Alice; When Alice is killed in an auto accident, Mary consoles Tom and eventually they are married; On their honeymoon in Mexico, Mary thinks Tom is still thinking about Alice, but when a fever epidemic strikes the town they both pitch in. "For Better, For Worse" text story. "My Sister--My Rival!"; 18-year-old Peggy is tired of being treated like a child by her sister Lucille, who is only 14 years older than she; Peggy begins an affair with Frank, her sisters boyfriend; Frank continues to see both of them. 36 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.

Stories and art by John Prentice and others. Tales of love and heartbreak in 1950s America from publisher Harvey. Fran struggles to understand John's violent mood swings. Nina falls for handsome Steve and swears to stand by him, even after he's arrested for a woman's murder. Paul and Eloise elope on impulse, then have second thoughts. Crisis; Hard Guy; Party Patter; Trouble in July; Bitter Honeymoon; I Found Love on a Bus; Heartbreak Flight. 36 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.