Action Comics #96
☆ Be the first to review + Add to your collection — Join freeIn "Haircut -- and a Close Shave!", The Dummy’s latest escape takes a bizarre turn when he finds unlikely help from a sympathetic female midget, leading to a high-speed chase that ends with a shocking encounter at a carnival. Written by Joe Samachson and brought to life with sharp, dynamic art by Mort Meskin and George Roussos, this 1946 classic features a standout cover by Wayne Boring and Stan Kaye, capturing the story’s mix of suspense and surreal flair.
In "Danger's Midgets!" from Action Comics #96, a fugitive The Dummy finds unexpected help from a kind-hearted female midget who hides him and helps him flee, leading to a dramatic showdown at a carnival where a crowd of midgets turns the tables on him. The story unfolds with a mix of suspense and unexpected alliances, set against the backdrop of a 1946 adventure that blends crime, disguise, and a surprising twist of justice.
In "Wonders of Words!" from Action Comics #96, Zatara takes a curious boy under his spell—literally—when he catches him skipping school to fish instead of deciphering the meanings of three mysterious words: pterodactyl, jinn, and corsair. With a mix of magic and wonder, Zatara turns the lesson into an adventure, revealing how language can unlock worlds beyond the ordinary.
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Reprinted in Superman in Action Comics #1 (1993), Superman: The Golden Age Omnibus #5 (2018)
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