Four Color #893

Mar 1958 · Dell · 0.10 USD

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In "Jim Bowie's Secret," the legendary frontiersman stumbles upon a theft at the docks, intercepting a mysterious box that leads him into an unexpected alliance with the enigmatic pirate Jean Lafitte. Together, they uncover a hidden cache of jewels tied to the storied Margate estate, setting off a mystery rooted in old secrets and forgotten loyalties. Written by Eric Freiwald and Robert Schaefer and illustrated by Bill Ziegler, this 1958 adventure blends historical intrigue with swashbuckling suspense.

Contains 2 stories

Jim Bowie's Secret

16 pp · Western-Frontier

Jim BowieEd Bowie

In "Jim Bowie's Secret," the legendary frontiersman arrives in Swamp City, Louisiana, seeking his brother Ed—only to discover the town is ruled by a corrupt sheriff. The twist? The man in charge once saved Jim’s life, forcing him to confront a past that complicates a present he didn’t expect.

Thieves Paradise

16 pp · Western-Frontier

Jim BowieJean Lafitte

In "Thieves Paradise," Bowie stumbles upon a waterfront heist and takes a mysterious box to his room, only to find the legendary pirate Jean Lafitte waiting inside. The box holds jewels tied to the storied Margate estate, setting off a chain of secrets in the dusty frontier town.