The Menomonee Falls Gazette #24

In "The Rat Race," Superman steps in to protect Lois and Brenda from Bowers' gang, delivering justice with his usual quiet resolve. But when Clark tries to report the story, he finds Lois has already scooped him—turning a heroic moment into a familiar rivalry. Written by Jerry Siegel and illustrated by Joe Shuster, with inks by Wayne Boring, this 1972 tale captures the classic dynamic between the Man of Steel and his longtime colleagues. The cover, by Mike Tiefenbacher, perfectly captures the tension of the moment.