A Crisis of Innocence

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Zorbaugh - Editorial.pdf
Zorbaugh reprints Sterling North's indictment against comics. He calls for a critical study into the possible social uses of comics.

Zorbaugh - The Comics, There They Stand.pdf
Discusses the popularity of comic strips and books, as well as some of the ways they have influenced American culture.

Sterling North A National Disgrace.png
North incites parents and teachers to band together in the fight against comic books.

Gettysburg Times September 13 1955.pdf
Outlines a bill in Pennsylvania, that 11 female members of commerce were hoping to have passed, that would see the publication and distribution of comics to those under the age of 18 as a criminal offence. In breaking this law the offender would be…

Oakland Tribune October 17, 1954 crop.jpg
Presents a number of initiatives that were being taken to keep crime and horror comics out of the hands of children.

Dunkirk Evening Observer January 13 1949 crop.jpg
Outlines a bill that the Senate was attempting to pass, which would place strict laws on the publication of comic books.

An Unjust Conviction.pdf
Covers the conviction and fining of an editor and several publishers who published a piece of offensive material.

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Loeb makes the claim that the 'crime' genre of comic books is finally giving way to 'love' books instead.

Explains the unanimous vote that the council judiciary committee passed in order to ban the sale and exhibition of obscene publications.

Anniston Star March 25 1952 crop.pdf
Provides a general view of the different opinions on comic books and their effect on children. Outlines base information such as sales numbers, different views by psychiatrists and possible solutions that maintain the American way.
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