Cover: H. G. Peter

Sensation Comics #66

Jun 1947 · DC · 0.10 USD

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In "Prisoners of Cops and Robbers," the new head of the Sly Fox mob targets Lt. Colonel Steve Trevor, seeking revenge for the capture of Crime Brain Doone. After noticing young Jimmy Banks, Jr. playing with his father's unloaded gun, the mob leader manipulates the boy into accidentally shooting Trevor, setting off a tense and dangerous chain of events. Written by Charles Moulton and illustrated by H. G. Peter, this 1947 issue features art and cover by Peter, capturing the high-stakes drama of wartime crime and justice in a gripping, early superhero tale.

Contains 5 stories

Prisoners of Cops and Robbers

12 pp · Superhero

Wonder Woman [Diana Prince]Steve TrevorPaula von GuntherJimmy Banks, Jr. (introduction)Mr. Banks (Jimmy's father, introduction)Slick Skeener (villain, introduction)The Sly Fox Mob [Scarfacerest unnamed] (villains, introduction for all)

In "Prisoners of Cops and Robbers," the new head of the Sly Fox mob targets Lt. Colonel Steve Trevor, seeking revenge for his past capture of Crime Brain Doone. When he spots Jimmy Banks, Jr. playing with his father's unloaded gun, the mob leader manipulates the moment into a dangerous trap.

Melody in Crime!

6 pp · Children, Superhero

Little Boy BlueToughyTubbyWallaceWillie WallaceBat Nelson

In "Melody in Crime!", Jo and Bat Nelson find themselves at odds when Wallace, newly retired from the boiler factory, turns his passion to crafting calliopes—only for Bat to see them as the perfect instrument for his latest scheme. The clash of melody and mayhem sets the stage for a clever, offbeat showdown.

The Riddle of the Disobedient Gun!

6 pp · Superhero

SargonMaxRusty Reeves

Willy Works on Wet Wash!

6 pp · Humor

Willy Nilly

The Wasp's Nest!

8 pp · Superhero

Wildcat [Ted Grant]Stretch SkinnerThe Yellow Wasp (villain)