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Sparkling Stars #19

Nov 1946 · Holyoke · 0.10 USD

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"James Gibson" in Sparkling Stars #19 (1946) delivers a gripping tale of betrayal and justice, centered on rookie cop "Handsome Dan" Graham, whose shocking crime shatters both his badge and the trust of the man who once called him friend. With stark, expressive art by Alvin Hollingsworth, the story unfolds with a quiet intensity that lingers long after the final panel. The cover, by Harry Lazarus, captures the weight of the moment with a haunting, unflinching gaze.

Contains 12 stories

Untitled story

11 pp

Lank StrongGil LittleClem WestFritz Neron

Untitled story

8 pp

Al-BabaMuhrad the Donkey

James Gibson

2 pp

Untitled Sports story

6 pp · Sports

Pencils R. S. PiousInks R. S. Pious

Speed Spaulding

Untitled story

3 pp

Prof. PrestoAssistant Stoogie

Untitled story

1 pp

Jit Jones

Untitled story

7 pp

Jungo [Phil Grant]Gloria DeanBronto

The Killer Cop

6 pp

"Handsome Dan" Graham

In "The Killer Cop," rookie officer "Handsome Dan" Graham faces a grim fate after a betrayal that shatters both his badge and his friendship. Set in New York, the story unfolds with a chilling focus on duty, loyalty, and the dark turn one man takes when those ideals collapse.

Woodcock versus Black Chicken-Snake

2 pp

Bob the Boy-ScoutProfessor

Untitled story

1 pp

Chuck

The Case of the Candid Camera Fiend

8 pp

Detective Click Hunt

Untitled Humor story

1 pp · Humor, Children

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Full credits

artist, inker Alvin Hollingsworth

cover pencils, inks Harry Lazarus

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