The Undead Thread: Pre-Code Horror 21 21

[precodekeith]

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...& what in the world is this "Ghost Clinic" thing?!

 

 

Well, I just noticed that GHOST CLINIC is the ongoing name of the forum for all the TEXT stories that appear in each issue! Since I never pay attention to the text pieces it escaped my keen eye until now...

[PovertyRow]

Just an absolutely wonderful cover, don't you agree?!

 

I think it sucks!

[precodekeith]

Uh, ok Pov! If you say so!

 

Did I mention that issue has the legendary pre-code schlock tale, "The Flat Man"

[Jayman]

Uh, ok Pov! If you say so!

 

Did I mention that issue has the legendary pre-code schlock tale, "The Flat Man"

 

OK, now you know we really need to see a pic/panel of the "Flat Man"

[rjpb]

Uh, ok Pov! If you say so!

 

Did I mention that issue has the legendary pre-code schlock tale, "The Flat Man"

 

Wasn't that reprinted in Mr. Monster's Hi-Shock Schlock? Pretty weird story if I recall.

[*paull*]

Is there any relationship between Superior and Ajax/Farrell?

 

The fonts used for the cover titles (of the interior stories) are similar, but not exactly the same as the ones used on Farrell covers. However the Superior title logos are not nearly as inventive as the Farrell ones. How are the interiors? I've been enjoying the covers!

[precodekeith]

Is there any relationship between Superior and Ajax/Farrell?

 

 

To my knowledge the main connection is that they both used the Iger Shop for their art. Any other business connection would be a new one on me, but I wouldn't rule it out.

[Scrooge]

Is there any relationship between Superior and Ajax/Farrell?

 

 

To my knowledge the main connection is that they both used the Iger Shop for their art. Any other business connection would be a new one on me, but I wouldn't rule it out.

 

"Journey into Fear btw was one of the titles published by another Canadian outfit, Superior Publications. Based in Toronto, Ontario, and headed by William Zimmerman, from 1947-1956 Superior (a.k.a. Dynamic), reprinted American comics for Canadian distribution while exporting its own titles to the USA. Superior's line of original comic books (mostly made up of horror and romance titles) was supervised by Robert Farrell and Jerry Iger, whose studio provided the scripts and artwork. In 1944, Farrell had started his own publishing house, Ajax/Farrell Publications (a.k.a. Excellent, Four Star, Steinway, and America's Best), with financial help from S. Lichtenbert. [...]"

 

Excerpt from Alberto Becattini's Baker of Cheesecake: An Appreciation of Matt Baker, Good Girl Artist Supreme in Alter Ego 47, April 2005.

 

So it seems Farrell worked for Superior before splitting off to create Farrell.

[precodekeith]

Uh, ok Pov! If you say so!

 

Did I mention that issue has the legendary pre-code schlock tale, "The Flat Man"

 

Wasn't that reprinted in Mr. Monster's Hi-Shock Schlock? Pretty weird story if I recall.

 

Indeed it was reprinted in that book!

 

Jayman, ask & ye shall recieve a taste.....

Edited August 2, 2005 by precodekeith

[Jayman]

[*paull*]

HAHAHAHA! Flat-man!

 

 

Thanks for the info on Superior and Farrell...

[PovertyRow]

Uh, ok Pov! If you say so!

 

Did I mention that issue has the legendary pre-code schlock tale, "The Flat Man"

 

 

Actually, that story always fell kind of flat for me! ::groan::

[adamstrange]

 

Is this going to be yet another "pressing" thread?

[precodekeith]

I'm starting to think the contributors of this thread could form a horror-comedy troupe.

[precodekeith]

Hey! I thought EVERY girl was 'bout a sharp dressed man!? What's with this dame!? Guess that old saying doesn't fly if your a boogey-man!?

 

Edited August 3, 2005 by precodekeith

[precodekeith]

Superior really liked to use the "big, discorporated eyes" theme. Here's a nice example:

Edited August 4, 2005 by precodekeith

[precodekeith]

JiM, Pre-Thor Horror!

Edited August 4, 2005 by precodekeith

[Jayman]

Nice Everett cover, haven't seen that one before!

Love the expression on the guy (best man?) in the background!

[precodekeith]

Since I am in the middle of planning a wedding right now, it almost gives me the creeps!

[Jayman]

Since I am in the middle of planning a wedding right now, it almost gives me the creeps!

 

Let's hope your bride doesn't give tou the same look as in the JIM # 6!