National Comics #54 (1946)

In the aftermath of Charley Chowder’s acquittal for the murder of Colonel Rapidan, a mysterious pistol-packing woman claiming to be the colonel’s avenger begins targeting him, forcing Sally O’Neill to step in as his protector. As tensions rise and the true mastermind behind the frame-up begins to unravel, O’Neill finds herself caught in a deadly game of deception and sudden violence.

Roberta turns to her wealthy but grumpy Uncle Balthazar when her money runs short, hoping for a quick fix—only to find he’s as stubborn as ever. Meanwhile, Lassie’s usual antics stir up chaos, testing the old man’s patience and patience alike.

When a series of murders mirroring the deaths of famous historical figures begins, reporter Drake investigates a chilling tip that the next victim will be Abraham Lincoln—only to find himself in a deadly game orchestrated by a killer using the Namesake Club’s secrets. As Drake uncovers a web of deception tied to the club’s insurance scheme, he must piece together clues before the murderer strikes again, all while the mysterious Whistler’s presence looms in the shadows.

Quicksilver investigates the Mycroft Apartments after noticing a discrepancy in the number of floors, leading him to suspect a hidden thirteenth level. When he uncovers a secret basement and a network of criminals using the building for illicit weapons, he finds himself trapped in a dangerous game of deception and survival.