Cover: Al Wenzel

Adventure Comics #139

Apr 1949 · DC · 0.10 USD

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“Telegraph Boy”

In "Telegraph Boy," young Jo teams up with a mysterious stranger to outwit a knight wielding a lodestone sword in a medieval adventure that takes a surprising turn when modern ingenuity meets Arthurian legend. Written by Otto Binder and illustrated with dynamic flair by Al Wenzel, this 1949 tale blends whimsy and wonder in a story where a simple slingshot becomes the key to an unexpected quest. The cover by Al Wenzel captures the spirit of the tale with bold, expressive art.

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writer Otto Binder · cover Al Wenzel

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writer Otto Binder

cover pencils, inks Al Wenzel

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Sir Butch of Beeler's Ally is visiting with Sir Justin in the days of King Arthur. When an Armourless knight uses a sword made of natural lodestone to attract the swords and disarm any opposition, Sir Butch shows him the use of a 20th century slingshot. In retaliation, the knight damages the back of Justin's flying steed, Winged Victory. Sir Butch makes wooden scooters in order to pursue the knight to his tower hideout.

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