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Smash Comics #42 (1943)

Quality Comics · 1943 · 68 pages

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ContinueSmash Comics #43 →
Contains 10 stories
Sniffer Snoop
11 pp · adventure; superhero
Midnight [Dave Clark]Gabby (a monkey)Doc Mortimer WackeySniffer Snoop (detective, introduction)Hot Foot (a polar bear, introduction)

In "Sniffer Snoop," the overeager canine detective Sniffer Snoop arrives unannounced at Doc’s doorstep, convinced that Midnight, the clever fox, is the perfect assistant—much to Doc’s dismay. With Hot Foot in tow, Sniffer’s relentless enthusiasm pushes Doc to devise a plan to finally see him go.

The Kidnapping of Brenda Banks
4 pp · superhero
Lady Luck [Brenda Banks]Count DeChange [Count DiChange]Mr. Fatning

In "The Kidnapping of Brenda Banks," the resourceful Lady Luck finds herself in a dangerous predicament when Count DeChange’s scheme to marry her for her wealth backfires—crooks snatch her instead, hoping for a hefty ransom. Though stripped of her mask and costume, she uses her wits to play the part of a supernatural intruder, turning the tide in her favor. As the police take away her captors, Lady Luck leaves behind her signature: the ace of diamonds.

Dead Pigeons Tell No Tales!
8 pp · spy
Black XBatuGeneral StricklandColonel Winton (villain)

Black X, the Allied intelligence operative known for his dangerous work behind enemy lines, infiltrates a Japanese military compound to rescue a missionary and secure vital microphotos of enemy defense plans—only to discover that a traitor within Allied ranks is determined to keep those secrets from reaching General MacArthur. When Colonel Winton's true allegiance is exposed, Black X and his trusted aide Batu must navigate a deadly trap on a remote island to neutralize a floating wireless station and its spy network.

Untitled story
1 pp · humor; children
Here Lies the Marksman
7 pp · superhero
The Marksman Baron Povalski, aka Major Hurtz]VorkaMajor Grummel (villain)

When the Nazis of occupied Poland declare The Marksman dead, his loyal servant Vorka grieves—but the legendary resistance fighter himself knows better. The Marksman infiltrates a Nazi castle to expose the master spy behind the death notice, only to find Major Grummel and his agents waiting with a deadly trap. With cunning and the aid of his faithful companion, The Marksman must turn the tables on those who sought to bury him.

Untitled story
8 pp · detective-mystery
Rookie RankinSam Seiftthe Tattooed Man
Untitled story
8 pp · adventure
Yankee Eagle [Larry Noble]The Khan
Untitled story
1 pp · humor; detective-mystery
Wun Cloo (detective)
Untitled story
5 pp · humor; sports
Daffy DillDeke Parsons
Untitled story
7 pp · superhero
The Jester [Chuck Lane]Detective Hustace McGintyLady Satan (villain)

In this 1943 installment from *Smash Comics* #42, Lady Satan uncovers the secret identity of Chuck Lane and tries to force him into aiding her criminal schemes. Though he plays along at first, Chuck outsmarts her in a tense game of wits—setting up a twist that leaves her schemes unraveling.

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