Wild Western #18
In "The Secret of the Apache Kid!", a mysterious silver strike on Eve's ranch ignites a deadly power struggle, with her foreman Tod dead and the Black Rider stepping in to unravel a web of deception. As the supposed US Marshal Kelway plays both sides, the truth behind the gang's leadership begins to surface—revealing a betrayal deeper than anyone expected. Written by Robert Bernstein and illustrated by Jay Scott Pike with inks by Chu F. Hing, this 1951 Western thriller features a striking cover by Joe Maneely and Werner Roth.
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Silver is found on Eve's ranch and her foreman Tod is trying to get it on behalf of his backers, including Thompson and Carerro. After Tod is killed the Black Rider discovers the supposed US Marshal Kelway who 'infiltrated' the gang is actually the gang leader and exposes him.
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