Joe Palooka Comics #12

Ham Fisher's Joe Palooka Comics #12 captures the cheerful energy of mid-century comic strips brought to life, with the celebrated boxer Joe Palooka shadowboxing in the background while two animated characters — a laughing fellow in a suit and tie and a wide-eyed woman in a red dress — react with delightful surprise in the foreground. The bright yellow cover and bold red-and-black lettering proudly proclaim "America's Most Famous Comic Hero," a title backed by the boast of over 50,000,000 readers every day. As a bonus, this 1947 Harvey issue promises an "Extra! Joe Palooka Boxing Course," making it a fun read from cover to cover.