Walt Disney's Weekly #15
In "The Raiders of Monterey," Diego and Bernardo arrive in the bustling port town of Monterey only to be robbed on their first night—setting off a tense game of wits and danger. When the pair confront Senor Verdugo, Diego warns him of the robbers' eerie knowledge of their plans and the looming threat of the 17,000 Pesos meant for Los Angeles. With Bernardo captured and a ransom demanded, Diego must outthink the unseen mastermind behind the scheme. Art by Alex Toth brings the swashbuckling drama to life, while Manuel Gonzales' cover captures the mystery of the high-stakes chase.
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Diego and Bernardo arrive in Monterey to see Senor Verdugo, but are robbed of what they have the first night in town. When Diego sees Verdugo, he tells him of this and the fact the robbers knew where Diego would be and that he might be carrying 17,000 Pesos for supplies from Spain to aid the people of Los Angeles. Bernardo is later taken prisoner and the crooks blackmail Diego for the 17,000 Pesos to get Bernardo back alive. Bernardo is rescued, then Diego learns that Verdugo's servant is behind the plot to steal the Pesos.
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