Detective Picture Stories #5

Name: Detective Picture Stories #5
Brand: Comics Magazine Company

Apr 1937 · Comics Magazine Company · 0.10 USD

“Murder by Proxy”

In "Murder by Proxy," John Williams inherits a fortune from his uncle—only to find himself trapped in a deadly game of deception, as a master impostor, disguised with flawless makeup, steps into his life. Written and drawn by Bob Kane in a rare, fully credited early effort, this 1937 mystery thriller from Comics Magazine Company blends suspense and illusion with a chilling twist. The cover by George E. Brenner captures the story’s eerie intrigue, a 10-cent tale of identity and danger.

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writer, artist, inker, letterer Bob Kane · cover George E. Brenner

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writer, artist, inker, letterer Bob Kane

cover pencils, inks George E. Brenner

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John Williams inherits a fortune from his uncle, unaware that clever criminals have secured the services of a make-up artist, who will pose as Williams and take over the fortune.

Plot details indexed by the Grand Comics Database (CC BY-SA).