Adventure Comics – Volume 01 Issue 210

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“The Super-Dog From Krypton!”

Young Clark Kent had always envied the children of Earth and their pets. Dogs, cats, and rabbits; if only they were a bit tougher, Clark could have one of his own to play with. Sometimes, however, super-strength isn’t what it’s cracked up to be. Cue Krypto, the dog that fell to Earth.

As Superboy eludes the watchful eye of Smallville’s chief gossip – Lana Lang, he must investigate the weird stray dog who has wandered into town. With the local dogcatcher on the hunt, Clark must act fast before the town discovers his secret. No Krypto, you naughty dog!

“Little Pete”

Poor, Pete. His report card is lacking in the passable-grades department. Oh boy, mom’s gonna be mad. Here is the scoop on report card day.

“The First Underwater Newspaper”

A group of hoodlums just smashed up the printing press at the Log newspaper. How will the sea folk along the coast of North Carolina get their news reports now? As Aquaman tries to help Lydia Cook and her father reach their deadlines, Green Arrow and his sidekick Speedy investigate the recent outbreak of crime in the area.

Are the thefts related to a recent report of abandoned cargo on Bajorka Island? Who are the thugs that destroyed the Log printing press? How is it possible that Green Arrow missed his mark?

“Your United Nations At Work!”

A True Story From The Files Of The Food And Agriculture Organization (FAO) Of The UN

May day! May day! Locusts swarms have damaged crops in Iran. Who can help the Irainians so they won’t starve? Send in the United Nations!

“They’re Striking It Rich Again”

There is a new gold rush happening in America. Like the wave of prospectors of 1849, Uranium is being discovered all over the southwest. In this detailed article, writer Jake Miller gives a nice briefing on the current situation with uranium mining. This is a must-read for any geologist interested in the history of American mining.

“The Defeat Of Green Arrow”

Hot on the trail of criminals responsible for a recent bank robbery, the Green Arrow and his sidekick Speedy have been thwarted by faulty equipment. But, is this simply bad manufacturing, or something more sinister. Cue the gangster Mr. Genius.

This perpetual mastermind never seems to run out of ideas to stop the emerald archer. This time, Mr. Genius has the technical plans for Green Arrow’s trick arsenal. Can Green Arrow and Speedy figure out the flaws in their equipment before Genius’ bad guys robbs the town blind? Collect the series to find out.

Reviewer Notes

With the upcoming release of Superman (2025), DC Comics has released a facsimile edition of Adventure Comics #210 to coincide with the movie premiere. Not only do readers get an amazing-quality edition of this classic 1955 comic book, there is also a chance to win movie tickets through the “Find Krypto’s Golden Biscuit” contest. What an amazing gimmick for fans of Superman and Krypto the Superdog.

Side note: I didn’t win.

As for the reprint copy, they just don’t make them like this anymore. The stories were written at a much different time. There are no racial or gender identity messages her, just plain fun. Adventure Comics #210 is jam-packed with entertainment for the whole family, and should keep the kids busy for quite some time. I loved every page of it. Krypto and the other heroes get four out of five stars from me.

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