World's Finest Comics #35
In "Daddy Superman!", a mysterious ad for the "World's Strongest Man" contest sweeps through New York, drawing dozens of hopefuls—though Rip stays out of it, sensing something off. When the competitors begin showing fear, Rip digs into the truth behind the sponsor, Willis, uncovering a past haunted by a fatal stunt gone wrong. Written by George Kashdan and brought to life with Curt Swan’s crisp art and Steve Brodie’s inks, this 1948 tale blends suspense and psychological tension, all framed by Win Mortimer’s striking cover.
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A mysterious full page ad appears in every New York newspaper one morning, inviting entries to claim the "World's Strongest Man" title and prize of $20,000. There are dozens of entries, but Rip refuses to compete. when it comes to performing, a number of the contestants appear to be scared. This feeling only can on after talking to Willis, the contest sponsor. When Rip confronts him Willis tries to psychologically induce fear of death in him, but Rip grabs and shakes the truth from him. Once Willis had been a leading movie stuntman, until he saw a fellow stuntman die.
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