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Cover: Howard Purcell & Charles Paris

Mr. District Attorney #27

May 1952 · DC · 0.10 USD
“The Case of the Secret Six!”

In "The Case of the Secret Six!", Superboy teams up with young inventor Jo to solve a mystery that hinges on hidden motives and clever disguises. Written by Jack Schiff and brought to life with dynamic art by Win Mortimer, this 1952 DC mystery showcases a rare moment of personal reflection, where Superboy encourages Jo to value creativity for its own sake. The cover, by Howard Purcell and Charles Paris, captures the intrigue with a sharp, stylized scene that hints at secrets just beneath the surface.

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writer Jack Schiff · artist, inker Win Mortimer · letterer Ira Schnapp · cover Howard Purcell, Charles Paris

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artist, inker Win Mortimer
letterer Ira Schnapp
cover pencils Howard Purcell
cover inks Charles Paris

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Superboy shows Frank that he can be creative, regardless of whether his creations are perfect, and notes an expressive hobby can be life long enjoyment.

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