The Kilroys #43
☆ Be the first to review + Add to your collection — Join freeThe issue contains two main stories: "Major Mars: Mission by Magnet," in which the space soldier and his team deal with a mystery rocket ship coated with a secret film that their radar cannot detect, ultimately installing an atomic magnet and robot rockets to handle the threat; and a Kilroy family story in which Natch Kilroy attempts to win Katie's affection by getting her to notice him, eventually succeeding by flattering her and promising to make her the center of attention at school, though his scheme faces complications involving her rival Dolores Garcia. The issue also includes mail-in offers for premium gifts such as an initial ring, pearl costume jewelry, and a water pistol available for Popsicle bag tops.
In "Doing the Continental," Jackson tries to transform himself into a smooth-talking ladies' man after idolizing the TV persona "The Continental," complete with hair oil and his finest suit. But when the girls in town start playfully vying for his attention, his new persona quickly unravels—leaving him back where he started.
In this lighthearted 1953 tale from The Kilroys #43, Jitterbuck’s good deed takes a funny turn when the dog he rescues from tin-can-tied chaos becomes his unlikely accomplice—only to accidentally expose him when he returns home late. A perfectly timed mix of mischief and mirth, the story captures the chaos of teenage antics with a wink.
In this 1953 humor tale from The Kilroys #43, Wilbur’s latest prank takes a mischievous turn as he plots to sabotage Natch’s chances with Judy—by staging a series of fake traffic violations. With a stolen sign, a painted line, and a suspiciously convincing fake fire hydrant, Wilbur’s scheme is as elaborate as it is absurd.
In "Winner Take All!", Jo tries to win over Cal Mack using a dubious guidebook titled *Winning Your Man*, only to have her secret exposed when rival Dolores finds the book. With Cal canceling their date, Jo’s hopes seem dashed—until her grandmother, a surprise visitor with a surprising connection to a movie studio, swoops in with a golden ticket: a date with Rock Hudson to the "Girls Pay" dance.
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