World's Finest Comics #43

When Metropolis Went Mad! kicks off with Clark Kent noticing strange behavior in the city—people laughing uncontrollably and acting oddly. His investigation leads him to J. Wilbur Wolfingham, a familiar con artist now exploiting the chaos. Lois Lane stumbles upon giant roses, pointing to a mysterious growth agent tied to a reclusive inventor, Mr. Hervey. As Superman unravels the truth behind the bizarre phenomenon, he confronts a dangerous scheme built on illusion and gas, forcing him to act before the madness spreads further.

When Count Florian returns from his London escapades, he sets his sights on a civilian invention—this time with the goal of spying on America. With Batman and Robin on his trail, the chase leads through a web of deception, as the villain’s network of agents, including Big Al Pakone and Slick, moves to outmaneuver Gotham’s defenders. Commissioner Gordon and Sergeant Laney, caught in the crossfire, must rely on their wits and courage as the city becomes a battleground of secrets and surveillance.