Dick Tracy Monthly #10

A warm handshake and a Deputy P.D. badge take center stage on this October 1948 Dell issue, as the square-jawed detective in his trademark yellow coat and green hat presents credentials to a colorfully dressed Native American figure adorned with a feathered hat and southwestern-patterned vest. It's a moment that feels more like an alliance being forged than a confrontation, giving this issue an intriguing, good-natured energy. Dick Tracy Monthly was delivering sharp, character-driven storytelling at a dime a copy, and this cover is a fine example of the series' lively appeal.