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A page spread celebrating the success of "Daredevil," "Boy," and "Crime Does Not Pay" as reflected in the mass of fan letters addressed to the publishers.

A letter by 10-year-old fan Carl Powell on how reading Crime Don't Pay changed his career goals from becoming a criminal to joining the police force. The commentary applauds Powell and comics for demonstrating positive change.

Letters page containing both a statement from the Editor and some contributions by readers.

Cover of one of the 'Dick and Jane' books, the protagonists of which became prototypically innocent children for many American readers.

A letter from the editor that speaks directly to fans and encourages them to respond to their favorite comics by mailing in their opinions.

Argues that comics are like a disease for young readers, coining the term 'comicitis.' The author recommends an antidote in the form of nurturing a taste for and habit of reading classic children's literature.

Dr. Fredric Wertham's article listing a series of arguments in favor of comics, accompanied by his counterpoints.

14-year-old David P. Wigransky responds to Dr. Fredric Wertham's article "The Comics. . . Very Funny!" and John M. Brown's "The Case Against the Comics."

A reprint of John Mason Brown and Al Capp's statements regarding comics, as first heard on the radio program "America's Town Meeting of the Air."