Flash Comics #40

In "The Man Who Could Read Faces," young Johnny Bonham stumbles upon a mysterious parchment from an Egyptian mummy, sparking a dangerous experiment that unleashes a man whose uncanny ability to read minds and desires forces the Flash into a battle of wits and will. Written by a team known for their pulpy intrigue, the story unfolds with a blend of ancient mystery and early superhero tension, as the Flash confronts a foe whose power lies not in strength, but in understanding.

In "Give Them the Bird," a college board of trustees—initially unimpressed and distracted—finds themselves swept into a series of comical mishaps that finally open their ears to a passionate lecture on birds, all aided by the unexpected intervention of the Feathered Fury. The story blends humor and heart as Jo’s earnest message about avian wisdom takes flight in the most unlikely of places.