Action Comics #124

In "A Superman of Doom!" from Action Comics #124 (1948), Superman is rendered radioactive by an atomic explosion, forcing him to isolate himself to protect others. With criminals emboldened by his apparent helplessness, he finds a way to fight back—by encasing his entire body in a lead suit to contain the danger.

In "Mimic's Magic!" from Action Comics #124, Zatara stumbles upon a surreal parade of giant coffee pots, dinosaurs, and strange animals during a simple stroll—only to learn the chaos stems from a mischievous magic parrot living just next door. With his usual flair, Zatara must unravel the mystery behind the creature’s spellwork before the whole city turns into a circus.

In this charming 1948 two-pager from *Action Comics* #124, young Bebe tries to earn a slice of pie by doing chores and cleaning her room—only to find her mother isn’t baking after all, but their next-door neighbor is. A sweet, lighthearted moment of childhood anticipation and gentle surprise, told with the playful tone of early comic humor.

In "The Lonesome Kangaroo!" from Action Comics #124 (1948), a kangaroo named Katie becomes the unexpected guardian of a priceless diamond, her pouch now a hidden vault in a lawless frontier where danger stalks every shadow. With her master dead and ruthless outlaws on her trail, Katie’s journey through the dusty trails becomes a desperate race for survival.