Criminals on the Run #10
In this 1949 issue of *Criminals on the Run* #10, ghost detective Sergeant Spook takes on a corrupt mayor when he uncovers a scheme to defraud the city by using shoddy materials for a new playground—despite the project's public approval. Written by Ray Gill and illustrated by John Jordon, the story follows young Jerry as he leads a petition to bring the playground to life, only to find the promise undermined by deception. The cover, by L. B. Cole, captures the moment of revelation as Spook exposes the truth.
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When Sergeant Spook saves some young kids in a slum area from being hit by a car while they play, Mayor Griggs comes along and chastises the boys for playing in the street. The ghost detective has Jerry, one of the boys, circulate a petition to get a playground built for the kids, then has him present it at a City Council meeting. It's approved (thanks to Spook), but the Mayor orders the contractor to use sub-standard materials, yet charge the city for top-rated materials. When the playground opens, Spook forces the Mayor to reveal the scam.
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