Superboy Annual #1966-67
☆ Be the first to review + Add to your collection — Join freeIn "The Secret of Fort Smallville," Superboy’s latest adventure takes a quirky turn when Bobo’s obsession with autographs leads him to a mysterious hotel theft—and an even stranger return of the stolen cash. With a keen eye for signatures and a heart full of courage, Bobo uncovers a hidden clue in the guest register that sets him on a mission to rescue a kidnapped movie star, all while earning a rare hug—and a signature—from his starlet fiancée. Written by John Broome and brought to life with dynamic art by Carmine Infantino, this 1966 Atlas Publishing annual blends small-town charm with a touch of cinematic intrigue.
When Freddy Shaw, Superboy’s newly found best friend, slips into delirium from a fever, his fevered confessions about Clark Kent’s secret identity spread like wildfire—reaching his half-brother Joe, his friend Rick Farrow, and even the dying man’s closest companions. As the truth leaks out in fragments, Superboy must navigate the fallout while grappling with the unintended consequences of a friendship born in a moment of vulnerability.
In "The Riddle of the Riverside Raceway!", Bobo teams up with a female friend to watch her race horse, Jubilee, at the track—just as a dynamite scare and a fiery ambush turn the day into a wild chase. With the Sheriff hot on the trail of racketeer Danny Sharp, Bobo uses quick thinking, a palm tree, and a surprising coconut volley to outwit the gangsters and save Jubilee, all while earning a jockey suit as a quirky keepsake.
In a quirky 1966 mystery, Bobo’s latest obsession—collecting autographs—leads him to a hotel where a stolen $50 is mysteriously returned. When the Sheriff investigates, Bobo notices something odd in the guest register and springs into action, using his sharp eye to uncover a clue tied to a familiar signature. With a dash of detective work and a surprising rescue, Bobo finds himself in the middle of a case that brings him face-to-face with a famous actor—and even earns a heartfelt hug and autograph from his starlet fiancée.
In a delightfully zany twist, Bobo—the ever-enthusiastic animal mascot—finds himself deep in the dugout when his best friend, pitcher Lefty Crane, is whisked away by gangsters. With quick thinking and a clever throw of billiard balls, Bobo stages a one-dog rescue, proving he’s more than just a team cheerleader. The whole escapade earns him a tiny, official Eagles uniform—just like the real players.
In a clever twist of feline mischief, Bobo the fox takes on the role of a human detective to outwit Larry the Lynx in a game of wits and stealth. With a dash of scientific flair and a pinch of disguise, Bobo sets a trap that’s as clever as it is unexpected—just in time to prove that brains can outsmart claws.
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