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The Dirt & Trash That Kids Are Reading: And What Can Be Done About It
Alerts parents to distasteful literature: comics, romance magazines, and war novels. The article notes the quality of children's literature and means to encourage parents to divert their children from reading comics.
The Sad Case of the Funnies
Wartime commentary on the comics in newspapers. Condemns their content and worries about the impact on children.
Bargains in Modern Books for Boys and Girls
Advertisement and order form for novels directed at boys and girls.
Bargains in Modern Books for Boys and Girls
Advertisement and order form for novels directed at boys and girls.
What's On Your Mind?
Published letters to the editor. Includes letters from a number of young readers, including members of a "Junior Police Club."
Juvenile Delinquency (California): Hearing Before the Subcomitee to Investigate Juvenile Delinquency of the Judiciary United States Senate
Similar to the 1943 government article "Understanding Juvenile Delinquency," this document shows the shift that took place between 1943-1954. There is a huge portion of this document dedicated to the effects of horror comics on children. Moreover,…
WHIP, KNIFE SHOWN AS 'COMICS' LURES: Books No Better Under Code, Psychiatrist Tells State Investigating Committee
Recalls a court case in which Dr. Fredric Wertham explains how he was able to purchase a whip from a comic book. He claims that teen-aged murderers were directly influenced by comic books.
War Declared on Lewd Books
Discusses the war on lewd comics that was taking place in the 1950's, in which people found producing or selling "lewd" comic books could be prosecuted.
Violence on Our Newstands
Written by a highschool senior, this editorial looks at the way that new technologies negatively influence children.
Should Comic Books be Banned? Magazine Distributor says 'No,' Child Welfare Officer...Yes
Provides a number of statistics about the sale of comic books in Canada and Medicine Hat. Morever, Shiels speaks with individuals who are both for and against the sale of comic books.