Zip Comics #30

Oct 1942 · Archie · 0.10 USD

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In "Your Own Web of Doom," the Vagabond—Czechoslovakian freedom-fighter and pen pal to Steel Sterling—faces a deadly deception when his comrades believe he’s betrayed them to the Nazis. Written by Joe Blair and illustrated by Irv Novick, this gripping 1942 tale unfolds as Steel Sterling uncovers the truth: the Vagabond has been captured and replaced by an impostor, left to die under torture. Cover by Bob Montana, the issue captures the tension and sacrifice of a hero whose legacy lives on even in his final moments.

Contains 7 stories

Your Own Web of Doom

13 pp · Superhero

The Web [John Raymond]George Winkler (chemist)Jeanne Winkler (George's wife)

Untitled Superhero story

12 pp · Superhero

Steel Sterling [John Sterling]The Vagabond (Czech partisan, death)The Valiants (Czech partisans)Vagabond imposter (villain)the Nazis (villains)

In "null," the legendary Vagabond—Czech partisan and leader of the Valiants—lies imprisoned, his identity usurped by a cunning imposter. When his pen pal, Steel Sterling, learns of the betrayal, he rushes to uncover the truth, only to arrive too late to save the hero. Though the Vagabond dies in captivity, his sacrifice fuels the resolve of the Valiants, who carry on his fight against the Nazis.

Who Killed Casino?

10 pp · Superhero

Black Jack [Jack Jones]Nick Casino (night club owner, death)Duval (knife-thrower)Diamond LilJudy Sloane (singer)Mike Angelo (club owner)Legs Thompson (villain, strong arm guy)

"The inventor must think in simple terms..."

6 pp · Teen

Wilbur WilkinRobert Wilkin (dad)Mary Wilkin (mom)

Pilot Zoom O'Day

6 pp · Aviation, War

Zoom O'Day (introduction)Liverlips (boxer)

General Draja Mihailovich

6 pp · Non-Fiction, War

General Draja Mihailovich

People America Can do Without No.1 The Case of Mr. Hooker

6 pp · Superhero

Zambini (magician)Mr. Hooker