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The Bouncer #14

Mar 1945 · Fox · 0.10 USD
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In "The Rodeo of Thunder," Kelly and Whacky return to their military duties only to be drawn back into a jungle mystery when Kelly learns the truth behind the elusive Manta. Cover by E. C. Stoner, this 1945 Fox comic features a gripping tale of vengeance and survival, as Kelly, Whacky, and the real identity of Manta—Sue, daughter of a murdered doctor—take flight in a rocket-powered fighter to confront the men who destroyed her father’s hospital.

Contains 4 stories
The Rodeo of Thunder
10 pp · Superhero
Script Robert Kanigher ? [as Len Howe]
The BouncerAnteas Jr.Robert WilsonBilly HardwickPennyColonel EvansJack SpurJim

In "The Rodeo of Thunder," Anteas Jr. and Penny take Robert and Billy to a dusty western rodeo, where a runaway wagon puts the Bouncer in the spotlight. When neighbor Jack Spur’s sabotage attempts against Colonel Evans’ kind-hearted ranching efforts escalate, the Bouncer and Anteas Jr. must stop him—before the final, explosive stunt turns the land into something unexpected.

Untitled Sports story
6 pp · Sports
Script ? [as Jo Logan]
One Round [Tim] HoganBlimpMrs. SaundersSonny SaundersSpigot BarnettFarmer Huggins

After losing a fight, Hogan hangs up his gloves to become a farmer, but finds himself drawn into the life of widow Clip Saunders and her son. When his manager Spigot shows up with a chance to help them, Hogan faces off against local favorite Farmer Huggins in a bout that could change everything.

Untitled Humor story
6 pp · Humor, Domestic
Script ? [as SAM]
Cuthbert JoyMiss GJudy JoyJunior Joy

In this 1945 slice of domestic humor, Cuthbert’s forgetfulness sparks a chain of mishaps when he tries to make amends for missing Joy’s birthday. After a chaotic trip to an antiques auction and a mix-up over a seemingly worthless soup tureen, he learns the item was actually valuable—leading to a quiet moment of redemption and a surprising detour to the hat shop.

Untitled Adventure story
6 pp · Adventure, War
Script ? [as Ted Small]
Captain Patrick KellyWhackyManta [Sue Andrews]Professor AndrewsTakoa

In the jungle-fogged skies of 1945, Kelly and Whacky return to duty only to be drawn back by a ghost—Manta, the enigmatic figure haunting their memories. When a burning hospital reveals the truth behind Manta’s identity, Kelly learns the woman he’s come to admire is Sue, daughter of a fallen doctor, and now a target herself. With Whacky at his side, Kelly takes to the skies in his rocket-powered fighter, seeking justice—but fate has other plans.

ComicBooks.com Value

Our Model is In Beta
Raw (Good) $30
CGC 7.0 · 1 in census $112*
CGC 6.5 none in existence
CGC 6.0 none in existence
CGC 5.5 · 1 in census $68
CGC 5.0 none in existence
CGC 4.5 none in existence
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CGC 4.0 · 1 in census $48*
CGC 3.5 none in existence
CGC 3.0 · 1 in census $38*
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cover pencils, inks E. C. Stoner

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