Old Nick's Annual T.N.T.

A short-lived but lively two-issue annual from Nickerson Publishing Company, Old Nick's Annual T.N.T. (1938–1939) packs a burst of adventure and humor into the waning years of the Golden Age. Most closely associated with its publisher's stable of creators, the series offers a snapshot of pre-war comic book energy, blending explosive action with the folksy charm of its title character. Its brief run captures a moment when small publishers still competed with the emerging giants, making it a curious footnote for students of early comic book history.