Cover: Al Plastino

Adventure Comics #147

Dec 1949 · DC · 0.10 USD

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“Clark Kent -- Orphan!”

In "Clark Kent -- Orphan!", a young Clark Kent finds himself caught in a web of deception when a group of convicts manipulates his goodwill and speed for their own gain. Written by Don C. Cameron and illustrated by Ralph Mayo, this 1949 Adventure Comics tale sees Clark unwittingly aiding a criminal scheme—using his abilities to recover hidden loot, all while the real danger lies in the trust he places in others. The cover, by Al Plastino, captures the moment of tension as Clark confronts the truth behind the charity stunt.

writer Don C. Cameron · artist, inker Ralph Mayo · cover Al Plastino

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writer Don C. Cameron

artist, inker Ralph Mayo

cover pencils, inks Al Plastino

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Johnny demonstrates his crook catching techniques in a prison yard. One convict has an idea how to use him to help with their crime exploits. By donating money to charity, they get Johnny to perform various speed exploits, including reassembling a smashed statue which, unbeknown to him, contains the location of stolen money. Once he realizes the situation, Johnny uses his speed to have the crooks lose their cash in a casino.

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