World's Finest Comics #14
In "Desert Town!", Superman races to Painted Valley when a gang of criminals, fleeing with a stolen ruby and Lois Lane in tow, stumble upon a hidden gold mine—something local recluse Jim Jaspers has long guarded. With Jerry Siegel's sharp storytelling and Joe Shuster's unmistakable art bringing the desert showdown to life, this 1944 adventure blends frontier mystery with the Man of Steel’s signature heroism. Jack Burnley’s striking cover captures the tension of the moment, making this a must-have for early Superman fans.
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Jim Jaspers wants to keep his town in Painted Valley a ghost town, but when criminals invade his domain (having kidnapped Lois and stolen a valuable ruby back in Metropolis) and discover his mother lode of gold, Superman has to enter the picture.
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