Superman #22
In "Meet the Squiffles!", Superman investigates a series of bizarre military plane crashes linked to reports of tiny, mischievous creatures—dubbed the Squiffles—invading cockpits and sabotaging flights. When even Clark Kent and Lois Lane fall under the strange elves' influence, Superman must step in to uncover the truth behind the airborne pranksters. Written by Jerry Siegel and illustrated by Sam Citron, with a cover by Fred Ray, this 1943 classic blends wartime intrigue with whimsical sci-fi charm.
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Clark investigates the mysterious crashes of military aircraft manufactured by the Elmont Aircraft Corporation, and discovers that their test pilots have reported strange elves invading their cockpits, causing them to lose control. No one believes them until Clark and Lois fall victim to the Squiffles, as they call themselves, then Superman steps in to take charge of the matter.
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