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Cover: Mike Sekowsky & Mike Esposito

Showcase #69

Jul 1967 · DC · 0.12 USD
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In "Poor Richard's Maniak!", the gang rallies to stop Richard’s ill-fated engagement, convinced his pursuit of gold will only bring ruin. With a series of misfires—including a failed mustache impersonation and a runaway actress—the wedding reaches its climax, only for Shannon to balk at the phrase "for richer or for POORER." Written by E. Nelson Bridwell and illustrated by Mike Sekowsky with inks by Mike Esposito, this 1967 Showcase issue delivers a delightfully absurd caper. The cover by Mike Sekowsky and Mike Esposito captures the chaos perfectly.

Contains 4 stories
Poor Richard's Maniak!
8.5 pp · Humor
The Maniaks [Jangle [Gilbert Jeffries]Silver ShannonPack Rat [Byron Williams]Flip [Philip Folger]]

In "Poor Richard's Maniak!", acrobat Flip leaps from a building to drum up buzz for his act—only to find the stadium packed with three men. Enter Richard Pipdyke XIV, heir to the world’s wealthiest family, who’s bought out the show, drawing the attention of gold-digging Shannon, who’s eager to learn more.

Part II: Happiness Is Just a Thing Called Dough!
8.5 pp · Humor

In "Part II: Happiness Is Just a Thing Called Dough!", Richard Pipdyke flaunts his wealth at his extravagant mansion, where even the imported Playboy Bunnies and wine cellar seem to outdo the giant cars. Pack Rat demonstrates a ridiculous gadget to open a cask, while Shannon’s unexpected agreement to marry Richard sets the stage for a wild, over-the-top twist.

If You're Going to Trot Down the Bridal Path, You Need a Groom!
5.5 pp · Humor

In "If You're Going to Trot Down the Bridal Path, You Need a Groom!", Jo and her friends scramble to stop Richard’s engagement to Shannon, convinced it’s doomed—especially when the groom’s gold is the real prize. With a fake wife who bolts for the races and a mustache test that goes hilariously wrong, the wedding day unfolds in chaos, leaving Shannon stunned by the words "for richer or for POORER."

Untitled Humor story
0.5 pp · Humor

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Raw (VG) $10
CGC 9.8 · 6 in census $1,001
CGC 9.6 · 3 in census $347
CGC 9.4 · 3 in census $177*
CGC 9.2 · 3 in census $103*
CGC 9.0 · 4 in census $79
CGC 8.5 · 3 in census $48*
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CGC 8.0 none in existence
CGC 7.5 · 1 in census $20*
CGC 7.0 none in existence
CGC 6.5 none in existence
CGC 6.0 none in existence
CGC 5.5 · 1 in census $20*
CGC 5.0 · 1 in census $20*
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Full credits

letterer Ira Schnapp
cover pencils Mike Sekowsky
cover inks Mike Esposito

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Reprinted in The Inferior Five #3 (1967)

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