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War on the Streets - Crime and Punishment #66
Portrait of a juvenile delinquent. Locates the problem of juvenile delinquency in physical environment, poverty, and family life.
We Don't Like to Boast - Crime Does Not Pay #48
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.
Weird Mysteries #7
There is an advertisement in this comic that illustrates the fact that even though this comic is filled with hyper-sexualized images as well violence and gore, it was geared towards children. The ad is for a mail-in-catalogue that features a number…
What Adults Think of Comics as Reading for Children
Presents the results of a survey given to adults about what they thought of comic books.
What Do You Think? (The Editor Would Like To Know.)
Early example of a readers forum page, with short responses from the editor. Includes letters from soldiers.
What Parents Don't Know About Comic Books
A magazine article written by Wertham. He argues that juvenile delinquency is becoming more prevalent and violent due to the popularity of comics with children.
What's in the Comics?
Presents the results of examining hundreds of magazines and comic books in order to determine what is in comics that make them so popular with children.
What's On Your Mind?
Published letters to the editor. Includes letters from a number of young readers.
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."
What's On Your Mind?
Published letters to the editor. Includes letters from a number of young readers.