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Cover: Alex Schomburg

Daring Mystery Comics #3

Apr 1940 · Marvel · 0.10 USD
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In "The Escape of Red Corker," cub reporter Jones uncovers a shocking conspiracy in 1940’s Daring Mystery Comics #3, where a wave of violent attacks on east side families isn’t random crime—but a calculated scheme by powerful figures looking to seize property. Written by Robert Erisman and illustrated by Sam Cooper, the story unfolds with sharp social commentary and early pulp intrigue, all anchored by the mysterious Red Corker’s daring escape. The cover by Alex Schomburg captures the tension perfectly, a 10-cent comic that’s as sharp in its message as it is in its art.

Contains 8 stories
The Escape of Red Corker
8 pp · Crime
Dale of the F.B.I. (introduction)J. Edgar HooverGeorge DeanHelen DeanRed Corker (villainintroductiondeath)

In "The Escape of Red Corker," the cunning criminal breaks free from prison and swiftly reconnects with his former gang, his mind already plotting his next moves. With the city on edge, ace investigator Dale is sent from Washington D.C. to Dream Island in San Francisco to rescue Helen Dean, the kidnapped daughter of oil magnate George Dean, before Red Corker’s latest scheme unfolds.

In the Miracle City
9 pp · Adventure, Science Fiction
Breeze Barton (introduction, origin)Ann Barclay (introduction)Zanoba (a scientist, introduction)Mubahn and the demon people (vilains introduction for all)
Mystery of the Swabert Mansion
8 pp · Superhero
The Purple Mask [Dennis Burton]Commissioner HerrickFrederick Swabert (introduction)Renard (villain, introduction, death)his gang (villains, introduction)Mr. Bellos (villain, introduction)

In "Mystery of the Swabert Mansion," the Purple Mask delves into a deadly game of secrets when Frederick Swabert is threatened into revealing the location of his father's hidden fortune—or face deadly consequences. With danger lurking in every shadow of the estate, the hero must unravel the mystery before the next threat strikes.

The East Side Murders
8 pp · Superhero
The Phantom Reporter [Dick Jones] (introduction)a park commissionervarious corrupt officials (villains, introduction for all)Maxother gangsters (villains, introduction, death for all)

In "The East Side Murders," cub reporter Jones takes on a chilling case when seven families on the east side are attacked, leaving three dead. As the Phantom Reporter, he uncovers a conspiracy involving the Park Commissioner, Police Chief, and a newspaper publisher—all working behind the scenes to drive residents out so they can seize their land cheaply.

The Devil Beast and the Nazis
13 pp · Jungle
TrojakEdith AltonBalu (the tiger)Sator (a bird)the Nazis (villains)

In a forgotten corner of the jungle, Trojak faces a terrifying mystery: a beast that steals villagers each dawn, leaving behind only silence. As he confronts the creature’s dark secret, a new threat emerges—Edith is in danger, and the Nazis are closing in.

The Origin of Marvex the Super-Robot
7 pp · Adventure
Marvex the Super-Robot (introduction, origin)Clara Crandall (introduction)Bolo and other Fifth Dimensional people (villains, introduction, death)Von Crabb (villain, introduction, death)

Marvex the Super-Robot awakens in a world not his own, cast out from the 5th Dimension after turning against his alien creators. Now stranded on Earth, he must navigate a strange new reality—built not for conquest, but for survival.

Ali Hassan and His Desert Pirates
8 pp · Adventure
Captain Strong [Bob Strong] (introduction)Major RenaldAli Hassan and his band of pirates (villains, introduction)
Untitled Humor story
1 pp · Humor
Dr. Hokom

ComicBooks.com Value

Our Model is In Beta
Raw (Good) $1,673
CGC 8.5 · 3 in census $15,034*
CGC 8.0 · 1 in census $11,569*
CGC 7.5 · 1 in census $11,569*
CGC 7.0 $7,702
CGC 6.5 none in existence
CGC 6.0 · 2 in census $5,808
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CGC 5.5 none in existence
CGC 5.0 · 2 in census $5,152
CGC 4.5 · 2 in census $3,958
CGC 4.0 · 2 in census $3,250
CGC 3.5 · 1 in census $3,063*
CGC 3.0 · 1 in census $2,760
CGC 2.5 none in existence
CGC 2.0 · 1 in census $1,870*
CGC 1.5 · 1 in census $1,436*
CGC 1.0 none in existence
CGC 0.5 · 1 in census $943*
* estimate — limited direct-sales data at this grade
Our model’s value — refined as new sales data arrives · CGC census counts shown where available

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Full credits

artist, inker Sam Cooper
cover pencils, inks Alex Schomburg

Reprints

Reprinted in Mirim #352 (1940), Marvel Masterworks: Golden Age Daring Mystery #1 (2008), The Twelve #0 (2008), All Select Comics 70th Anniversary Special #1 (2009), Daring Mystery Comics 70th Anniversary Special #1 (2009), Marvel Firsts: WWII Super Heroes #[nn] (2013), Take That, Adolf!: The Fighting Comic Books of the Second World War #[nn] (2017), Timely's Greatest: The Golden Age Simon & Kirby Omnibus #[nn] (2019)

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