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Issue: Superman Archives #1
Publication Date: February 1989
 
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Variant: Standard Edition
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Publisher: FlagDC
Indicia Publisher: DC Comics Inc.
On Sale Date: 12/14/1989
Volume: 1
Pages: 280
ISBN: 0980289471
UPC/EAN: none
Price: $49.95 CAD
$39.95 USD
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Content Items: 78 (30 stories, 1 cover)
Editor(s): Mark Waid; Richard Bruning
Disclose Notes: Color reconstruction by Bob Le Rose and Daniel Vozzo. Black and White reconstruction by Pure Imagination.

Reprints Superman (DC, 1939 series) #1-4, some of which was reprinted there from earlier sources.

On-sale date from Comic Shop News #129 (delayed from original October release date).
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Publication Type: Hardcover
Color: color
Dimensions: standard Modern Age US
Paper Stock: glossy interiors
Binding: hardcover; dustjacket
Publishing Format: collected editions; was ongoing series
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reprinted 73 times from Content Items in other Issues.
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Dustjacket
Original Artwork
Digital Edition
Adult Image
Title Page
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Cover, Front
Original Artwork
Digital Edition
Adult Image
Title Page
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Cover, Front
Original Artwork
Digital Edition
Adult Image
Title Page
Indicia on this Page
 
 

Dustjacket
Original Artwork
Digital Edition
Adult Image
Title Page
Indicia on this Page
 
 
Assets1
 
 
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Illustration  on  Cover, Front
Credits
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Bob LeRose (reconstruction); Daniel Vozzo (reconstruction)
Subject Matter
superhero
Superman
Reprinting
 
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Reprints Superman (DC, 1939 series) #1-4, some of which was reprinted there from earlier sources.
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Superman Archives Volume I

Illustration  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
Joe Shuster (illustration)
Joe Shuster (illustration)
Bob LeRose (reconstruction); Daniel Vozzo (reconstruction)
?
Subject Matter
superhero
Superman
Superman [Clark Kent]
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FlagSuperman #[1] published January 1939
was [untitled] [Illustration on Interior Page(s)]illustration, from backcover
 
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1
Title page.
Illustration from the back cover of Superman (DC, 1939 Series) #1.
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[untitled]

Credits  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
typeset
Reprinting
 
Miscellaneous
1
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Foreword

Foreword, Introduction, Preface, Afterword  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
Jim Steranko
Joe Shuster
Paul Cassidy
Bob LeRose (reconstruction); Daniel Vozzo (reconstruction)
typeset
Subject Matter
Superman [Clark Kent]
Reprinting
 
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4
Superman illustration from the cover of Superman (DC, 1939 Series) #2.
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Superman #1

Cover Reprint (on Interior Page)  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
Leo O'Mealia
Leo O'Mealia
Bob LeRose (reconstruction); Daniel Vozzo (reconstruction)
?
Vin Sullivan (original editor)
Subject Matter
superhero
Superman
Superman [Clark Kent]
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FlagSuperman #[1] published January 1939
was [untitled] [Illustration on Cover, Front]
 
Miscellaneous
1
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[untitled]

Advertisement  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
?
?
?
typeset
Subject Matter
Johnson Smith & Co.
Reprinting
FlagSuperman #[1] published January 1939
was [untitled] [Advertisement on Interior Page(s)]inside front cover; 1/4 page
 
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Reproduced at quarter-size, the ad page from the inside front cover of Superman (DC, 1939 Series) #1.
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[untitled]

Advertisement  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
?
?
typeset
Subject Matter
Johnson Smith & Co.
Reprinting
FlagSuperman #[1] published January 1939
was [untitled] [Advertisement on Interior Page(s)]inside back cover; 1/4 page
 
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Reproduced at quarter-size, the ad page from the inside back cover of Superman (DC, 1939 Series) #1.
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Back Cover

Illustration  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
?
Joe Shuster
Joe Shuster
?
Subject Matter
Superman [Clark Kent]
Reprinting
FlagSuperman #[1] published January 1939
was [untitled] [Illustration on Interior Page(s)]back cover; 1/4 page
 
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Reproduced at quarter-size, the back cover of Superman (DC, 1939 Series) #1.
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[untitled]

Illustration  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
?
?
typeset
Subject Matter
superhero
Superman
Superman [Clark Kent]
Reprinting
 
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A small blue and white reproduction of the Superman figure from the front cover.
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Two-Page Origin of Superman

Story  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
Jerry Siegel [as Jerome Siegel] (signed )
Joe Shuster (signed)
Joe Shuster (signed)
Bob LeRose (reconstruction); Daniel Vozzo (reconstruction)
?
Subject Matter
superhero
Superman
Superman [Clark Kent]; Mary Kent (introduction, death); Mr. Kent (introduction, death)
Reprinting
FlagSuperman #[1] published January 1939
was Two Page Origin of Superman [Story on Interior Page(s)]
 
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Krypton 1st named in comic book.
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Clark Kent Gets a Job

Story  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
Jerry Siegel
Joe Shuster
Joe Shuster
Bob LeRose (reconstruction); Daniel Vozzo (reconstruction)
Joe Shuster
Subject Matter
superhero
Superman
Superman [Clark Kent]; George Taylor; Sims; Evelyn Curry; Bea Carroll
Reprinting
FlagSuperman #[1] published January 1939
was Clark Kent Gets a Job [Story on Interior Page(s)]
 
Miscellaneous
4
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The Coming of Superman

Story  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
Jerry Siegel
Joe Shuster
Joe Shuster
Bob LeRose (reconstruction); Daniel Vozzo (reconstruction)
Joe Shuster ?
Subject Matter
superhero
Superman
Superman [Clark Kent]; George Taylor; Lois Lane; Evelyn Curry; Bea Carroll; Butch Matson; Senator Barrows; Alex Greer
Reprinting
FlagSuperman #[1] published January 1939
was The Coming of Superman [Story on Interior Page(s)]
 
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11.67
continued in next story
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[untitled]

Promotional Material (from Publisher)  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
?
Joe Shuster
Joe Shuster
?
?
Subject Matter
superhero
Superman
And so begins the startling adventures...
Reprinting
FlagSuperman #[1] published January 1939
was [untitled] [Promotional Material (from Publisher) on Interior Page(s)]
 
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Illustrated promotional ad for the Superman strip appearing in Action Comics.
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Revolution in San Monte

Story  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
Jerry Siegel [as Jerome Siegel] (signed)
Joe Shuster (signed)
Joe Shuster (signed)
Bob LeRose (reconstruction); Daniel Vozzo (reconstruction)
Joe Shuster
Subject Matter
superhero
Superman
Superman [Clark Kent]; Lois Lane; George Taylor; Lola Cortez; Alex Greer; Emil Norvell
Reprinting
FlagSuperman #[1] published January 1939
was Revolution in San Monte [Story on Interior Page(s)]
 
Miscellaneous
12.67
Lois given last name, Clark works for the Evening News, Cleveland Oh
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[untitled]

Promotional Material (from Publisher)  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
?
?
?
typeset
Subject Matter
Attention all American youth!
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FlagSuperman #[1] published January 1939
was [untitled] [Promotional Material (from Publisher) on Interior Page(s)]
 
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0.33
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Superman & Action Comics Invite You to Become a Charter Member of the Supermen of America

Promotional Material (from Publisher)  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
?
Joe Shuster (illustration)
Joe Shuster (illustration
Bob LeRose (reconstruction); Daniel Vozzo (reconstruction)
typeset
Subject Matter
Superman [Clark Kent]
Reprinting
FlagSuperman #[1] published January 1939
was Superman & Action Comics Invite You to Become a Charter Member of the Supermen of America [Promotional Material (from Publisher) on Interior Page(s)]
 
Miscellaneous
2
Supermen of America fan club application. Illustration of Superman from the back cover of Superman (DC, 1939 Series) #1.
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Scientific Explanation of Superman's Amazing Strength--!

Story  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
Jerry Siegel
Joe Shuster
Joe Shuster
Bob LeRose (reconstruction); Daniel Vozzo (reconstruction)
Joe Shuster ?
Subject Matter
superhero
Superman
Reprinting
FlagSuperman #[1] published January 1939
was Scientific Explanation of Superman's Amazing Strength--! [Story on Interior Page(s)]
 
Miscellaneous
1
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The Blakely Mine Disaster

Story  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
Jerry Siegel [as Jerome Siegel] (signed)
Joe Shuster (signed)
Joe Shuster (signed)
Bob LeRose (reconstruction); Daniel Vozzo (reconstruction)
Joe Shuster
Subject Matter
superhero
Superman
Superman [Clark Kent]; George Taylor; Stanislaw Kober; Thornton Blakely
Reprinting
FlagSuperman #[1] published January 1939
was The Blakely Mine Disaster [Story on Interior Page(s)]
 
Miscellaneous
12.67
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[untitled]

Promotional Material (from Publisher)  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
?
?
?
?
?
Subject Matter
Hey Fellers!
Reprinting
FlagSuperman #[1] published January 1939
was [untitled] [Promotional Material (from Publisher) on Interior Page(s)]
 
Miscellaneous
Ad for membership in The Supermen of America.
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Superman Plays Football

Story  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
Jerry Siegel [as Jerome Siegel] (signed)
Joe Shuster (signed)
Joe Shuster (signed)
Bob LeRose (reconstruction); Daniel Vozzo (reconstruction)
?
Subject Matter
superhero
Superman
Superman [Clark Kent]; Tommy Burke; Mary; Oliver Stanley; Coach Randall
Reprinting
FlagSuperman #[1] published January 1939
was Superman Plays Football [Story on Interior Page(s)]
 
Miscellaneous
12.75
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Acquiring Super-Strength

Activity  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
?
?
?
?
?
Subject Matter
Acquiring Super-Strength
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FlagSuperman #[1] published January 1939
was Acquiring Super-Strength [Activity on Interior Page(s)]
 
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0.25
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[untitled]

Text Article  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
?
Joe Shuster (Superman illustration); ? (photos)
Joe Shuster (Superman illustration); ? (photos)
Bob LeRose; Daniel Vozzo
typeset
Subject Matter
informational
Superman [Clark Kent]; Jerry Siegel; Joe Shuster
Boys and Girls: Meet the creators of the one and only Superman - America's Greatest Adventure Strip!
Reprinting
FlagSuperman #[1] published January 1939
was [untitled] [Text Article on Interior Page(s)]
 
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Features photos and biographies of Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster, the creators of Superman.
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[untitled]

Text Story  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
Jerry Siegel (signed)
Joe Shuster (signed)
Joe Shuster (signed)
Bob LeRose (reconstruction); Daniel Vozzo (reconstruction)
typeset
Subject Matter
superhero
Superman
Superman [Clark Kent]; Sergeant Blake; Harvey Brown; Biff Dugan
Smashed desks, overturned filing cabinets,...
Reprinting
FlagSuperman #[1] published January 1939
was Biff Dugan [Text Story on Interior Page(s)]
 
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2
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"Follow the adventures of the one and only Superman in every issue of Action Comics!!

Promotional Material (from Publisher)  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
?
Fred Guardineer
Fred Guardineer
Bob LeRose (reconstruction); Daniel Vozzo (reconstruction)
?
Subject Matter
Zatara; Tong; Superman
Reprinting
FlagSuperman #[1] published January 1939
was [untitled] [Promotional Material (from Publisher) on Interior Page(s)]
 
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1
House ad for Action Comics #14 (July 1939).
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Superman #2

Cover Reprint (on Interior Page)  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
Joe Shuster
Paul Cassidy
Bob LeRose; Daniel Vozzo
typeset
Vin Sullivan
Subject Matter
superhero
Superman
Superman [Clark Kent]
Reprinting
FlagSuperman #2 published January 1939
was [untitled] [Illustration on Cover, Front]
 
Miscellaneous
1
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[untitled]

Advertisement  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
?
?
typeset
Subject Matter
Johnson Smith & Co.
Reprinting
FlagSuperman #2 published January 1939
was [untitled] [Advertisement on Interior Page(s)]1/4 page
 
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0.25
Reproduced at quarter-size, the ad page from the inside front cover of Superman (DC, 1939 Series) #2.
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[untitled]

Advertisement  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
?
?
typeset
Subject Matter
Johnson Smith & Co.
Reprinting
FlagSuperman #2 published January 1939
was [untitled] [Advertisement on Interior Page(s)]1/4 page
 
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0.25
Reproduced at quarter-size, the ad page from the inside back cover of Superman (DC, 1939 Series) #2.
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Be a Frontiersman

Advertisement  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
?
?
?
typeset
Subject Matter
Daisy Air Rifles
Reprinting
FlagSuperman #2 published January 1939
was Be a Frontiersman [Advertisement on Interior Page(s)]1/4 page
 
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0.25
Reproduced at quarter-size, the back cover of Superman (DC, 1939 Series) #2.
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[untitled]

Illustration  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
?
?
typeset
Subject Matter
superhero
Superman
Superman [Clark Kent]
Reprinting
 
Miscellaneous
0.25
A small blue and white reproduction of the Superman figure from the front cover.
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Superman the Man of Tomorrow!

Illustration  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
Joe Shuster
Paul Cassidy
Bob LeRose (reconstruction); Daniel Vozzo (reconstruction)
?
Subject Matter
superhero
Superman
Superman [Clark Kent]
Reprinting
FlagSuperman #2 published January 1939
was Superman the Man of Tomorrow! [Illustration on Interior Page(s)]
 
Miscellaneous
1
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The Comeback of Larry Trent

Story  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
Jerry Siegel
Joe Shuster
Paul Cassidy
Bob LeRose (reconstruction); Daniel Vozzo (reconstruction)
?
Subject Matter
superhero
Superman
Superman [Clark Kent]; George Taylor; Larry Trent; Charlie Bennett; Jock Kane; Slugger Barnes; Tom Croy
Reprinting
FlagSuperman #2 published January 1939
was The Comeback of Larry Trent [Story on Interior Page(s)]
 
Miscellaneous
16
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Superman's Tips for Super Health

Story  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
Jerry Siegel
Joe Shuster
Paul Cassidy
Bob LeRose (reconstruction); Daniel Vozzo (reconstruction)
?
Subject Matter
educational
Superman
Superman [Clark Kent]
Reprinting
FlagSuperman #2 published January 1939
was Superman's Tips for Super-Health [Story on Interior Page(s)]
 
Miscellaneous
1
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Superman at the World's Fair!

Promotional Material (from Publisher)  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
?
Vin Sullivan (main cover); Fred Guardineer (cover head-views); Joe Shuster (Superman upper body)
Vin Sullivan (main cover); Fred Guardineer (cover head-views); Joe Shuster (Superman upper body)
Bob LeRose (reconstruction); Daniel Vozzo (reconstruction)
typeset
Subject Matter
Superman; Zatara; Butch the Pup; Sandman [Wesley Dodds]; Gingersnap
Reprinting
FlagSuperman #2 published January 1939
was Superman at the World's Fair [Promotional Material (from Publisher) on Interior Page(s)]
 
Miscellaneous
1
Ad for New York World's Fair Comics.
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Superman Champions Universal Peace!

Story  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
Jerry Siegel (signed)
Joe Shuster (signed)
Paul Cassidy [as Joe Shuster] (signed)
Bob LeRose (reconstruction); Daniel Vozzo (reconstruction)
?
Subject Matter
superhero
Superman
Superman [Clark Kent]; Lois Lane; George Taylor; Adolphus Runyan; Bartow; Lubane
Reprinting
FlagSuperman #2 published January 1939
was Superman Champions Universal Peace! [Story on Interior Page(s)]
 
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George Taylor named for the first time.
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Supermen of America -- Action Comics

Promotional Material (from Publisher)  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
?
Joe Shuster
Joe Shuster
Bob LeRose (reconstruction); Daniel Vozzo (reconstruction)
typeset
Subject Matter
Superman
Superman [Clark Kent]
Reprinting
FlagSuperman #2 published January 1939
was Supermen of America -- Action Comics [Promotional Material (from Publisher) on Interior Page(s)]
 
Miscellaneous
2
Ad for the Supermen of America Club and all the details on how to join. Uses the ubiquitous Superman illustration from the back cover of Superman #1.
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Superman and the Skyscrapers

Story  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
Jerry Siegel (signed)
Joe Shuster (signed)
Paul Cassidy [as Joe Shuster] (signed)
Bob LeRose (reconstruction); Daniel Vozzo (reconstruction)
?
Subject Matter
superhero
Superman
Superman [Clark Kent]; George Taylor; Pete Asconio; Nat Grayson; Butch Grogan
Reprinting
FlagSuperman #2 published January 1939
was Superman and the Skyscrapers [Story on Interior Page(s)]
 
Miscellaneous
16
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[untitled]

Text Story  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
Jerry Siegel (signed)
Joe Shuster (signed)
Joe Shuster (signed)
Bob LeRose (reconstruction); Daniel Vozzo (reconstruction)
typeset
Subject Matter
superhero
Superman
Superman [Clark Kent]; Big Mike Caputo; Sneer; Fink
Down the steps of Police Headquarters hurried 'Big Mike' Caputo,...
Reprinting
FlagSuperman #2 published January 1939
was [untitled] [Text Story on Interior Page(s)]
 
Miscellaneous
2
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Superman!

Promotional Material (from Publisher)  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
Joe Shuster
Paul Cassidy
Bob Le Rose; Daniel Vozzo
typeset
Subject Matter
superhero
Superman
Superman [Clark Kent]
Reprinting
FlagSuperman #2 published January 1939
was Superman! [Promotional Material (from Publisher) on Interior Page(s)]
 
Miscellaneous
1
Ad for Action Comics.
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Superman #3

Cover Reprint (on Interior Page)  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
Joe Shuster
Joe Shuster
Bob LeRose (reconstruction); Daniel Vozzo (reconstruction)
Vin Sullivan
Subject Matter
superhero
Superman
Superman [Clark Kent]; Frankie Dennis
Reprinting
FlagSuperman #3 published January 1940
was Amazing Adventures of the Greatest Man on Earth: Superman! [Illustration on Cover, Front]
 
Miscellaneous
1
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[untitled]

Advertisement  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
?
?
typeset
Subject Matter
Johnson Smith & Co.
Reprinting
FlagSuperman #3 published January 1940
was [untitled] [Advertisement on Interior Page(s)]1/4 page
 
Miscellaneous
0.25
Reproduced at quarter-size, the ad page from the inside front cover of Superman (DC, 1939 Series) #3.
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[untitled]

Advertisement  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
?
?
typeset
Subject Matter
Wilson Chem Co.
Reprinting
FlagSuperman #3 published January 1940
was [untitled] [Advertisement on Interior Page(s)]1/4 page
 
Miscellaneous
0.25
Reproduced at quarter-size, accidentally reproduces the ad page from the inside back cover of Superman (DC, 1939 series) #4, instead of #3.
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Boys! I'll Help You Get a Daisy for Your Birthday

Advertisement  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
?
?
?
typeset
Subject Matter
Daisy Air Rifles
Reprinting
FlagSuperman #3 published January 1940
was 3 Ways to Git a Carbine fer Christmas [Advertisement on Interior Page(s)]1/4 page
 
Miscellaneous
0.25
Reproduced at quarter-size, accidentally reproduces the back cover of Superman (DC, 1939 series) #4, instead of #3.
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[untitled]

Illustration  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
?
?
typeset
Subject Matter
superhero
Superman
Superman [Clark Kent]
Reprinting
 
Miscellaneous
0.25
A small blue and white reproduction of the Superman figure from the front cover.
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Superman, America's Greatest Adventure Strip Character!

Illustration  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
Joe Shuster
Paul Cassidy
Bob LeRose (reconstruction); Daniel Vozzo (reconstruction)
Subject Matter
superhero
Superman
Superman [Clark Kent]
Reprinting
FlagSuperman #3 published January 1940
was Superman, America's Greatest Adventure Strip Character! [Illustration on Interior Page(s)]
 
Miscellaneous
1
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Superman and the Runaway

Story  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
Jerry Siegel (signed)
Joe Shuster (signed)
Dennis Neville [as Joe Shuster] (signed)
Bob LeRose (reconstruction); Daniel Vozzo (reconstruction)
?
Subject Matter
superhero
Superman
Superman [Clark Kent]; Lois Lane; George Taylor; Frankie Dennis; Lyman
Reprinting
FlagSuperman #3 published January 1940
was Superman and the Runaway [Story on Interior Page(s)]
 
Miscellaneous
24
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The Greatest Contest in Comic Magazine History!

Promotional Material (from Publisher)  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
?
Joe Shuster
Paul Cassidy
Bob LeRose (reconstruction); Daniel Vozzo (reconstruction)
typeset
Subject Matter
Superman [Clark Kent]
Reprinting
FlagSuperman #3 published January 1940
was The Greatest Contest in Comic Magazine History! [Promotional Material (from Publisher) on Interior Page(s)]
 
Miscellaneous
2
Announcement of a contest, open only to members of the Supermen of America club, whose details would be given in the January issue of Action Comics, on sale December 1st. These pages showed the prizes that would be offered to the winners in the contest.
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Superman and the Dam

Story  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
Jerry Siegel [as Jerome Siegel] (signed)
Joe Shuster (signed)
Joe Shuster (signed)
Bob LeRose (reconstruction); Daniel Vozzo (reconstruction)
?
Subject Matter
superhero
Superman
Superman [Clark Kent]; Lois Lane; George Taylor
Reprinting
FlagSuperman #3 published January 1940
was Superman and the Dam [Story on Interior Page(s)]
 
Miscellaneous
9
Lois and Superman's 1st kiss
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[untitled]

Story  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
George Papp ?
George Papp [as Geo. Papp] (signed)
George Papp [as Geo. Papp] (signed)
Bob LeRose (reconstruction); Daniel Vozzo (reconstruction)
?
Subject Matter
informational
Fantastic Facts
Reprinting
FlagSuperman #3 published January 1940
was [untitled] [Story on Interior Page(s)]
 
Miscellaneous
1
Includes: 1) there is enough phosphorous in three old style kitchen matches to kill a person; 2) men once paid taxes on their beards; 3) gangster films were the reason the sales of men's caps had declined over the last ten years; 4) Humuhumunukunkuapuaa is the name given by natives to Hawaii's smallest fish; and 5) the water around an iceberg is warm.
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Death by the Stars

Text Story  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
Bert Lexington (signed)
Fred Guardineer
Fred Guardineer
?
typeset
Subject Matter
Emil Brandwan; Sergeant Steve Hanley; Professor Louis Morton; Stephen Gregory; Jack Lowell; Robert Shelton
Reprinting
FlagSuperman #3 published January 1940
was Death by the Stars [Text Story on Interior Page(s)]
 
Miscellaneous
2
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Superman's Phoney Manager

Story  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
Don C. Cameron [as Jerry Siegel] (signed)
Joe Shuster (signed)
Joe Shuster (signed)
Bob LeRose (reconstruction); Daniel Vozzo (reconstruction)
?
Subject Matter
superhero
Superman
Superman [Clark Kent]; Lois Lane; George Taylor; Jimmy Olsen (unnamed); Nick Williams
Nick Williams claims to be Superman's manager and sells the commercial rights to his name.
Reprinting
FlagSuperman #3 published January 1940
was Superman's Phony Manager [Story on Interior Page(s)]
 
Miscellaneous
12.67
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Muscle-Training

Activity  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
Jerry Siegel
Joe Shuster
Joe Shuster
?
?
Subject Matter
Acquiring Super-Strength
Reprinting
FlagSuperman #3 published January 1940
was Muscle-Training [Story on Interior Page(s)]
 
Miscellaneous
0.33
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Attaining Super-Health: A Few Hints from Superman!

Story  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
Jerry Siegel
Joe Shuster
Joe Shuster
Bob LeRose (reconstruction); Daniel Vozzo (reconstruction)
?
Subject Matter
educational
Superman
Superman [Clark Kent]; Johnny; Larry
Reprinting
FlagSuperman #3 published January 1940
was Attaining Super-Health: A Few Hints from Superman! [Story on Interior Page(s)]
 
Miscellaneous
1
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Good Luck Charm

Text Story  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
Hugh Langley (signed)
Fred Guardineer
Fred Guardineer
Bob LeRose (reconstruction); Daniel Vozzo (reconstruction)
typeset
Subject Matter
Tony Carrenzo; Lucky Malone; Rhani Kor
Reprinting
FlagSuperman #3 published January 1940
was Good Luck Charm [Text Story on Interior Page(s)]
 
Miscellaneous
1
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[untitled]

Cartoon  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
Fred Schwab
Fred Schwab
Fred Schwab
Bob LeRose (reconstruction); Daniel Vozzo (reconstruction)
Fred Schwab
Subject Matter
humorous
Shorty
Shorty
Danger! Keep Away
Reprinting
FlagSuperman #3 published January 1940
was [untitled] [Story on Interior Page(s)]
 
Miscellaneous
1
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Superman and the Jewel Smugglers

Story  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
Jerry Siegel (signed)
Joe Shuster (signed)
Paul Cassidy [as Joe Shuster] (signed)
Bob LeRose (reconstruction); Daniel Vozzo (reconstruction)
?
Subject Matter
superhero
Superman
Superman [Clark Kent]; Lois Lane; George Taylor; Jimmy Olsen (unnamed); Lew Frawley
Reprinting
FlagSuperman #3 published January 1940
was Superman and the Jewel Smugglers [Story on Interior Page(s)]
 
Miscellaneous
8
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Superman!

Promotional Material (from Publisher)  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
?
Joe Shuster
Paul Cassidy
Bob LeRose (reconstruction); Daniel Vozzo (reconstruction)
typeset
Subject Matter
Superman [Clark Kent]
Reprinting
FlagSuperman #3 published January 1940
was Superman! [Promotional Material (from Publisher) on Interior Page(s)]
 
Miscellaneous
1
Ad for Action Comics.
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Superman #4

Cover Reprint (on Interior Page)  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
Joe Shuster (signed)
Joe Shuster (signed)
Bob LeRose (reconstruction); Daniel Vozzo (reconstruction)
Whitney Ellsworth
Subject Matter
superhero
Superman
Superman [Clark Kent]
Reprinting
FlagSuperman #4 published January 1940
was [untitled] [Illustration on Cover, Front]
 
Miscellaneous
1
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[untitled]

Advertisement  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
?
?
typeset
Subject Matter
Johnson Smith & Co.
Reprinting
FlagSuperman #4 published January 1940
was [untitled] [Advertisement on Interior Page(s)]inside front cover; 1/4 page
 
Miscellaneous
0.25
Reproduced at quarter-size, the ad page from the inside front cover of Superman (DC, 1939 Series) #4.
Disclose
[untitled]

Advertisement  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
?
?
typeset
Subject Matter
Johnson Smith & Co.
Reprinting
FlagSuperman #4 published January 1940
was [untitled] [Advertisement on Interior Page(s)]inside back cover; 1/4 page
 
Miscellaneous
0.25
Reproduced at quarter-size, accidentally the ad page from the inside back cover of Superman (DC, 1939 series) #3, instead of #4.
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3 Ways to Git a Carbine fer Christmas

Advertisement  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
?
?
?
typeset
Subject Matter
Daisy Air Rifles
Reprinting
FlagSuperman #4 published January 1940
was Boys! I'll Help You Get a Daisy for Your Birthday [Advertisement on Interior Page(s)]back cover; 1/4 page
 
Miscellaneous
0.25
Reproduced at quarter-size, accidentally the back cover of Superman (DC, 1939 series) #3, instead of #4.
Disclose
[untitled]

Illustration  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
?
?
typeset
Subject Matter
superhero
Superman
Superman [Clark Kent]
Reprinting
 
Miscellaneous
0.25
A small blue and white reproduction of the Superman figure from the front cover.
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Superman, America's Greatest Adventure Strip Character!

Illustration  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
Joe Shuster; Paul Cassidy
Joe Shuster; Paul Cassidy
Bob LeRose (reconstruction); Daniel Vozzo (reconstruction)
?
Subject Matter
superhero
Superman
Superman [Clark Kent]
Reprinting
FlagSuperman #4 published January 1940
was Superman, America's Greatest Adventure Strip Character! [Illustration on Interior Page(s)]
 
Miscellaneous
1
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The Challenge of Luthor

Story  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
Jerry Siegel (signed)
Paul Cassidy [as Joe Shuster] (signed)
Paul Cassidy [as Joe Shuster] (signed)
Bob LeRose (reconstruction); Daniel Vozzo (reconstruction)
?
Subject Matter
superhero
Superman
Superman [Clark Kent]; George Taylor; Professor Martinson; Lex Luthor
Luthor challenges Superman to a duel, brains vs brawn.
Reprinting
FlagSuperman #4 published January 1940
was Superman versus Luthor [Story on Interior Page(s)]
 
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13
Yellow S in shield on cape
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[untitled]

Story  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
Jerry Siegel
Joe Shuster
Joe Shuster
Bob LeRose (reconstruction); Daniel Vozzo (reconstruction)
?
Subject Matter
educational
Attaining Super Strength
Tommy Blake
Tommy Blake, because of his frail physique...
Reprinting
FlagSuperman #4 published January 1940
was [untitled] [Story on Interior Page(s)]
 
Miscellaneous
1
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[untitled]

Cartoon  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
Fred Schwab
Fred Schwab
Fred Schwab
Bob LeRose (reconstruction); Daniel Vozzo (reconstruction)
Fred Schwab
Subject Matter
anthropomorphic
This Doggone World
Oil Paintings for Sale
Reprinting
FlagSuperman #4 published January 1940
was [untitled] [Story on Interior Page(s)]
 
Miscellaneous
1
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[untitled]

Story  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
Sheldon Moldoff (signed)
Sheldon Moldoff (signed)
Sheldon Moldoff (signed)
Bob LeRose (reconstruction); Daniel Vozzo (reconstruction)
Sheldon Moldoff ?
Subject Matter
informational
From the 4 Corners
Bill Dickey; Paul Muni
Reprinting
FlagSuperman #4 published January 1940
was Bill Dickey [Story on Interior Page(s)]
 
Miscellaneous
1
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Luthor's Undersea City

Story  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
Jerry Siegel (signed)
Joe Shuster (signed)
Paul Cassidy [as Joe Shuster] (signed)
Bob LeRose (reconstruction); Daniel Vozzo (reconstruction)
?
Subject Matter
superhero
Superman
Superman [Clark Kent]; Lois Lane; George Taylor; Lex Luthor
Luthor raises a sunken city from the Pacific in order to loot its treasures.
Reprinting
FlagSuperman #4 published January 1940
was Luthor's Undersea City [Story on Interior Page(s)]
 
Miscellaneous
13
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Supermen of America

Promotional Material (from Publisher)  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
Joe Shuster
Joe Shuster
Bob LeRose (reconstruction); Daniel Vozzo (reconstruction)
typeset
Subject Matter
Superman [Clark Kent]
Reprinting
FlagSuperman #4 published January 1940
was Supermen of America [Promotional Material (from Publisher) on Interior Page(s)]
 
Miscellaneous
1
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Changer of Destiny

Text Story  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
Hugh Langley (signed)
Fred Guardineer
Fred Guardineer
Bob Le Rose; Daniel Vozzo
typeset
Subject Matter
George Rankin
Reprinting
FlagSuperman #4 published January 1940
was Changer of Destiny [Text Story on Interior Page(s)]
 
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2
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The Economic Enemy

Story  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
Jerry Siegel (signed)
Joe Shuster (signed)
Paul Cassidy [as Joe Shuster] (signed)
Bob LeRose (reconstruction); Daniel Vozzo (reconstruction)
?
Subject Matter
superhero
Superman
Superman [Clark Kent]; George Taylor; Paul Dorgan; Barney Calhoun; Joe Curtis; Louie
Reprinting
FlagSuperman #4 published January 1940
was The Economic Enemy [Story on Interior Page(s)]
 
Miscellaneous
13
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Superman Says

Promotional Material (from Publisher)  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
?
Joe Shuster
Joe Shuster
Bob LeRose (reconstruction); Daniel Vozzo (reconstruction)
typeset
Subject Matter
Superman [Clark Kent]
Reprinting
FlagSuperman #4 published January 1940
was Superman Says [Promotional Material (from Publisher) on Interior Page(s)]
 
Miscellaneous
1
Superman recommends good reading.
Disclose
[untitled]

Story  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
George Papp [as Geo. Papp] (signed)
George Papp [as Geo. Papp] (signed)
George Papp [as Geo. Papp] (signed)
Bob LeRose (reconstruction); Daniel Vozzo (reconstruction)
?
Subject Matter
educational
Fantastic Facts
Ed Barrett; Mrs. D. Beach
Reprinting
FlagSuperman #4 published January 1940
was [untitled] [Story on Interior Page(s)]
 
Miscellaneous
1
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Six Big Headline Features for the 'Big Six' Comic Magazines!

Promotional Material (from Publisher)  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
?
?
?
Bob LeRose (reconstruction); Daniel Vozzo (reconstruction)
typeset
Subject Matter
Superman; Sandman [Wesley Dodds]; Batman [Bruce Wayne]; Ultra-Man; Spectre [Jim Corrigan]; Flash [Jay Garrick]
Reprinting
FlagSuperman #4 published January 1940
was Six Big Headline Features for the 'Big Six' Comic Magazines! [Promotional Material (from Publisher) on Interior Page(s)]
 
Miscellaneous
1
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Pioneer into the Unknown

Text Story  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
Bert Lexington (signed)
typeset
Subject Matter
James Rolland; Professor Greystroke; Bixby
Reprinting
FlagSuperman #4 published January 1940
was Pioneer Into the Unknown [Text Story on Interior Page(s)]
 
Miscellaneous
1
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Terror in the Trucker's Union

Story  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
Jerry Siegel (signed)
Joe Shuster (signed)
Paul Cassidy [as Joe Shuster] (signed)
Bob LeRose (reconstruction); Daniel Vozzo (reconstruction)
?
Subject Matter
superhero
Superman
Superman [Clark Kent]; George Taylor; Carlson; Amy Carlson; Gus Snide; Nick; Pete
Reprinting
FlagSuperman #4 published January 1940
was Terror in the Trucker's Union [Story on Interior Page(s)]in this form
 
Miscellaneous
13
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Superman Appears in Action Comics!

Promotional Material (from Publisher)  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
Joe Shuster
Paul Cassidy
Bob LeRose (reconstruction); Daniel Vozzo (reconstruction)
typeset
Subject Matter
superhero
Superman
Superman [Clark Kent]
Reprinting
FlagSuperman #4 published January 1940
was Superman Appears in Action Comics! [Promotional Material (from Publisher) on Interior Page(s)]
 
Miscellaneous
1
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Afterword

Foreword, Introduction, Preface, Afterword  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
Jim Steranko
Joe Shuster
Joe Shuster
Bob LeRose (reconstruction); Daniel Vozzo (reconstruction)
typeset
Subject Matter
Superman [Clark Kent]
Reprinting
 
Miscellaneous
2
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Back Cover

Illustration  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
Leo O'Mealia; Joe Shuster
Leo O'Mealia; Joe Shuster; Paul Cassidy
?
Subject Matter
superhero
Superman
Superman [Clark Kent]
Reprinting
FlagSuperman #2 published January 1939
was [untitled] [Illustration on Cover, Front]backcover; 1/4 page
FlagSuperman #[1] published January 1939
was [untitled] [Illustration on Cover, Front]backcover; 1/4 page
FlagSuperman #4 published January 1940
was [untitled] [Illustration on Cover, Front]back cover; 1/4 page
FlagSuperman #3 published January 1940
was Amazing Adventures of the Greatest Man on Earth: Superman! [Illustration on Cover, Front]backcover; 1/4 page
 
Miscellaneous
1
4 small repros of the covers of the issues included in this volume.

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