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Love and Marriage #1

Mar 1952 · Superior · 0.10 CAD
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In "For Better or for Worse," a 1952 gem from Superior, Laura’s quiet life takes an unexpected turn when a rejected job application leads to an invitation to a party—where she meets Nat, sparking a romance that’s derailed by a fiery bus crash and lost contact. Years later, her new role as a servant in the Ames household brings a startling reunion with Nat, now grown, who believed she was gone forever. Art by the Iger Shop brings warmth and quiet drama to this timeless tale of fate and second chances, with the same team handling the cover.

Contains 4 stories
For Better or for Worse
9 pp · Romance
Gail AdamsEddie AdamsMother AdamsBessDon BeecherMr. Brown

Gail and Eddie start their marriage full of promise, but soon the routine of daily life leaves her restless. When Eddie is drafted, Gail finds herself drawn to Don, leading her to file for divorce—only to reconsider when Don makes it clear he has no interest in marriage. As the story unfolds, Gail must decide what she truly wants, not just in love, but in the life she’s built.

Paper Kisses
6 pp · Romance
Mary Ellen PayneGrannyGeorge PageFlip Clark

In "Paper Kisses," George’s return from military service leaves Mary Ellen wondering if their love still holds, especially when he seems distant. When she reaches out to his friend Flip for help, a mix-up sparks a moment of tension that might just reveal what George truly feels.

Forget If You Can!
7 pp · Romance
Laura CabotCharlieMiss SkinnerMr. AmesMrs. AmesNat Ames

In "Forget If You Can!", Laura’s chance encounter at a party leads to a fleeting romance with Nat, whose sudden departure leaves her stranded after a bus crash destroys her only means of contact. Years later, working as a servant in the Ames household, she’s stunned to find that Nat—now grown and believing her lost—has returned, unaware she’s been right under his roof all along.

My Love for Yours
8 pp · Romance
Lydia PorterFred SwansonChester PorterMrs. PorterMr. BlakeJack Peters

In "My Love for Yours," Lydia faces her mother’s disapproval over her romance with Fred, a strain tested when Fred is arrested for a hit-and-run. Though Lydia stands by him, Fred pulls away, leaving their relationship in limbo—until a shocking confession from her brother Chester reveals the truth.

ComicBooks.com Value

Our Model is In Beta
Raw (Good) $72
CGC 8.0 · 1 in census $480*
CGC 7.5 none in existence
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CGC 6.5 none in existence
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CGC 5.0 none in existence
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CGC 3.0 · 1 in census $109*
CGC 2.5 · 1 in census $88*
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Full credits

artist, inker Iger Shop
cover pencils, inks Iger Shop

Reprints

Reprinted in Love Comics #3 (1951), Secret Romances #22 (1954), Love and Marriage #2 (1958), Wedding Ring Library #3

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