Cover: Harry Peter

Sensation Comics #51

Mar 1946 · DC · 0.10 USD

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In "The Crime of Boss Brekel!", Ted Grant and his friend Stretch hit the road with the World Heavyweight Champ, bringing their cross-country tour to Midtown. When Stretch is framed for a robbery by Lefty Louie and his gang, Ted steps in as Wildcat—but must let the law take over. With the bank robbed during a fight in the ring and the crooks on the loose, it's up to Wildcat and Police Chief Hawkins to clear the name of the wrongfully accused. Art by Joe Gallagher, with cover by Harry Peter.

Contains 6 stories

The Crime of Boss Brekel!

12 pp · Superhero

Wonder Woman [Diana Prince]Steve TrevorEtta Candythe Holliday GirlsBoss Brekel [as Speed Ferret] (villain, introduction)Brekel's gang [Louie the LugSpud] (villains, counterfeiters, introduction for all)

In "The Crime of Boss Brekel!", Speed Ferret—posing as a federal agent and a rival to Steve for Wonder Woman’s favor—steps in to save Etta from a sniper, only to vanish moments later. With Wonder Woman at his side, he leads the hunt for a gang of counterfeiters, but his sudden disappearance raises more questions than answers.

Crime on the Ball!

6 pp · Children, Superhero

Little Boy Blue [Tommy Rogers]ToughyTubbyOld Man Higgs

In "Crime on the Ball!" from Sensation Comics #51 (1946), a game of football takes a surprising turn when Tommy, Toughy, and Tubby accidentally break Old Man Higgs’ window—only to discover him tied up and gagged inside. With quick thinking and their trusty crime-fighting costumes, the boys spring into action, rushing in just as a pair of crooks are still searching for Higgs’ hidden money.

Five Geniuses in Search of a Hobby!

6 pp · Adventure, Drama, Humor, Non-Fiction, Advocacy, Superhero

Mr. Terrific [Terry Sloane]Wanda WilsonThe Crime Syndicate [Albert SmithMichael AndrewsGeorge PetersStewart WilsonJohn Cavanaugh] (intro)

In "Five Geniuses in Search of a Hobby!", five exceptionally bright young men channel their restless energy into a peculiar scheme: stealing small items just to return them later, all in the name of finding purpose. When Mr. Terrific notices their odd pattern and uncovers their antics, he intervenes—not to punish, but to redirect their talents toward something meaningful. With a mix of wit and heart, the story explores how brilliance, when guided, can serve a greater good.

Meet Tackling Tim

1 pp · Anthropomorphic-Funny Animals

Isle of Lost Ships

7 pp · Adventure, Historical

The Black Pirate [Jon Valor]Justin ValorCaptain Redbeard (villain)Captain Trask

In "Isle of Lost Ships," Jo finds himself drawn into a mystery when a strange vessel arrives at his isolated island, its crew not the marauders he fears. While exploring the shore, Justin discovers a bottle ship carrying a desperate plea for help from a captive, the note mentioning Captain Redbeard and a hidden string of pearls—leaving Jo to wonder who truly needs rescue.

Hawkins of Hicksville!

8 pp · Adventure, Superhero

Wildcat [Ted Grant]Stretch SkinnerLem HawkinsLefty Louie and his gang (crooks)

In "Hawkins of Hicksville!" from Sensation Comics #51 (1946), Ted Grant and his friend Stretch make a stop in Hicksville during their cross-country tour with the World Heavyweight Champ. When Stretch is falsely accused of a robbery by Lefty Louie and his gang, Ted steps in as Wildcat—but leaves the law to take its course. As Louie’s men strike during a fight between Police Chief Hawkins and the champ, Wildcat and the chief join forces to bring the crooks to justice.