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Dick Tracy #85

Mar 1955 · Harvey · 0.10 USD
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“Dick Tracy and the Case of the Killer-Crooner”

In "Dick Tracy and the Case of the Killer-Crooner," Dick Tracy faces a deadly game of cat and mouse when a pair of criminals abduct Sam from the Mushroom House, setting off a high-stakes chase that ends with Sam trapped beneath the ice. With his quick thinking and the help of his wrist radio, Tracy outwits his captors and thwarts a dangerous scheme, all while the mysterious Mr. Crime watches closely. Written and illustrated by Chester Gould, this 1955 thriller showcases the legendary creator’s sharp storytelling and distinctive art, with a cover by Gould that captures the tension of the moment.

writer, artist, inker, letterer Chester Gould · cover Chester Gould

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writer, artist, inker, letterer Chester Gould
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Two crooks take Sam from the Mushroom House with the intent of it being his last ride. Tracy uses his wrist radio to notify the chief that Sam has been taken. Sam's kidnappers are killed in a shootout, but the car plunges into the river and Sam is trapped under the ice. It takes several minutes, but Sam is finally freed and taken to the hospital where he's treated for exposure. Tracy tricks his way out of what was supposed to be his death chamber. The other cops arrive and help him capture the lady in charge. Tracy keeps her from burning a packet of letters. Mr. Crime is concerned.

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