Four Color #206

Dec 1948 · Dell · 0.10 USD

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In "The Battle for Peg's Son, Billy," Peg’s life takes a sharp turn when her career as a dress designer brings unexpected attention. When her former husband, the flamboyant band leader and movie star Peter La Plata (known as Bill Slagg), arrives unannounced and tries to claim their son—unaware the boy is his—tensions escalate. Written and illustrated by Harold Gray, this poignant 1948 tale unfolds with quiet intensity, tracing how one reckless act sets off a chain of consequences that could change everything. The cover by Harold Gray captures the moment’s emotional weight.

Contains 4 stories

Untitled Humor story

1 pp · Humor

Maw Green

The Battle for Peg's Son, Billy

32 pp · Drama

Little Orphan AnnieSandy (dog)Myrna MayPegPeter La Plata [Bill Slagg]Little BillyBertBessSam the tailorJudge CairnsAnvil

In "The Battle for Peg's Son, Billy," Peg, now a successful dress designer, faces a sudden threat when her ex-husband, the once-famous band leader and movie star Peter La Plata (Bill Slagg), arrives unannounced and tries to take their son Billy from the boarding house where he’s being raised with Annie. When his attempt fails and he’s injured in a violent clash with Sam the tailor, the incident sparks a chain of events that forces La Plata to confront the consequences of his past.

Untitled Humor story

1 pp · Humor

Maw Green

Untitled Humor story

1 pp · Humor

Maw Green