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Cover: Chester Gould

Dick Tracy #83

Jan 1955 · Harvey · 0.10 USD
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In "Dick Tracy and the Case of 'the Killer-Crooner!'", Dick Tracy faces a chilling mystery as the city reels from a string of violent crimes tied to a sinister crooner. With Sam leading a search party and Tonsils in danger, Tracy is rescued from the river by Rifle Ruby, who rushes to get Doc Waters—only to find Sam waiting, claiming Tracy has been taken to safety. Written and drawn by Chester Gould, this 1955 classic blends noir suspense with the signature artistry of its creator, whose cover pencils and inks bring the tension to life.

Contains 4 stories
Dick Tracy and the Case of "the Killer-Crooner!"
13 pp · Adventure, Drama, Crime, Detective-Mystery
Dick TracySam CatchemTess TracyJunior TracyTonsilsMr. CrimeB. O. PlentyGravel GertieRifle RubyDoc Waters

In "Dick Tracy and the Case of 'the Killer-Crooner!'", Dick Tracy, rescued from the river by Rifle Ruby, finds himself in a precarious situation as Sam leads a search for him, while Tonsils meets a grim end at the hands of Mr. Crime. As Rifle Ruby seeks help from Doc Waters, she returns to find Sam waiting—claiming Tracy has been moved to a safer place for treatment. The tension mounts as loyalties are tested and the mystery deepens.

[Dick Tracy and the Case of "the Killer-Crooner!"] Part 2
8 pp · Adventure, Drama, Crime, Detective-Mystery
Dick TracySam CatchemRifle RubyMr. CrimeNewsuit NanTess TracyJunior Tracy

In "Dick Tracy and the Case of 'the Killer-Crooner!'" Part 2, Dick Tracy, still recovering from his wounds, takes charge of the hunt for Sparkle and Bonnie Braids, whose disappearance has sent shockwaves through the city. Meanwhile, Newsuit Nan steps into the shadows with a dangerous plan, manipulating Mr. Crime into a deadly scheme that turns fame into a weapon.

Untitled Crime story
2 pp · Crime, Detective-Mystery
Myra MartinGlenn WilsonNed Rabb
Untitled Crime story
0.25 pp · Crime

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Full credits

writer, artist, inker Chester Gould
cover pencils, inks Chester Gould

Reprints

↩ Reprints Dick Tracy #47 (1952), Dick Tracy #48 (1952), Dick Tracy #67 (1953)

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