Prize Comics #11 (23)

Sep 1942 · Prize · 0.10 USD

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In "A Killer Called Cropper," Bulldog Denny and scientist Jules attempt to reform Frankenstein using a revolutionary formula meant to pacify even the most violent minds—only to see their experiment unravel when Frankenstein suffers a head injury during a daring rescue. Written, drawn, and inked by Dick Briefer, this 1942 tale explores the fragile line between redemption and destruction, with Jack Binder providing the striking cover.

Contains 9 stories

A Killer Called Cropper

11 pp

Yank and Doodle [Yank [Dick Walters]Doodle [Rick Walters]]Cropper (first appearancevillaindeath)

The Troop Train Terror

6 pp

Dr. FrostSheriff Calkins (first appearancevillain)

Wake Island!

6 pp

Ted O'NeilPaddy O'Neil (first appearanceTed's brother)

Murder at the International Hotel

10 pp

The Black Owl [Doug Danville]

The Reformation of Frankenstein

8 pp

FrankensteinBulldog [Denny Dunsan]Jules (first appearancedeath)

In "The Reformation of Frankenstein," a 1942 tale from Prize Comics #11, scientist Jules attempts to redeem the monstrous Frankenstein using a mysterious formula that calms his violent nature. When a sudden blow to the head during a rescue mission shatters the transformation, Frankenstein’s dark past resurfaces—leaving Jules dead and the secret of the cure lost forever.

Ski Jump

2 pp

The Midgets and the Giant

8 pp

Green Lama [Jethro Dumont]Tex Halloway (first appearancevillain)John Bolton (first appearance)Paul Brannigan (first appearance)

The Senorita and the Japanese

6 pp

Insurance Swindle Racket

5 pp · Superhero

Frestapo (first appearancevillain)Power Nelson [Gene West]LanaPee Wee (death)

In "Insurance Swindle Racket," a deadly game of deception unfolds when Pee Wee uncovers a criminal scheme run by the ruthless "Boss" Frestapo. With his life on the line, Pee Wee tries to warn Gene West, whose radio broadcast could expose the truth—only to be silenced before he can speak. When Gene steps into the role of Power Nelson, aided by Lana, the fight for justice takes a bold, dangerous turn.