The first time Batman meets The Shadow?

Seems someone was very influenced by The Shadow for this splash page.  Can't say what happens but I loved this little "homage".

"...to Cloud Men's Minds!" page 6

"The...The Shadow? But... but how could you possibly get his permission?"

"Do we... need it?"

Stardate: November 27, 1964

 56 years ago today the first scenes of "The Cage" started filming.  This was the introduction of the Starship Enterprise and her crew to all of humanity.  I dare say the world has never been the same.  The captain may not have been James T. Kirk (or even James R. Kirk) but "The Cage" was great Star Trek and great science fiction.  It ranks as one of my all time favorite episodes and I sometimes wonder what if the show had been picked up as first presented.  Captain Pike, Number One and Mr. Spock.  That version truly was boldly going where no man had gone before.

ON THE AIR November 27, 1938

Fountain of Death!  Another fantastical tale of The Shadow that carried over the airwaves 82 years ago.  Medical science gone amok!  Evil doers from an unnamed nation who want the formula for themselves!  Will The Shadow prevail?!  I guess you'll just have to hunker down in front of your speakers while finishing off that last bit of pumpkin pie.  Enjoy this tale from yesteryear and have a great holiday weekend.

"...to Cloud Men's Minds!" page 5

"It's all done with mirrors."

HAPPY THANKSGIVING

No matter where you fall in the political spectrum (since everything seems to be viewed through a political filter these days) I think we can all agree that seeing an end to this health crisis and a possible healing in our government (no promises) is truly worth being thankful for.  So, take a cue from The Shadow and his merry band of agents and  MASK UP & STAY SAFE.

"...to Cloud Men's Minds!" page 4

Night brings gossip.  Morning brings newspapers and telephone calls.

Oh, man... I would LOVE to have gotten this back in the day

Stationery and stamp?  How awesome would this be as a kid?  Who am I kidding, how awesome right now in my <ahem> mid 50's.  Gotta make my own now.  Not the same as getting this in the mail, though.  Alas, ya takes whatcha can git.

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Miles Crofton said it

 "When I woke up I was in that box and The Shadow was looking in on me. Black cloak— slouch hat—all I could see was eyes. He talked to me and I listened. He knew everything, that guy. Said he was sending me to Joe Cardona. Told me if I talked, I'd come out all right. He'd do the rest in a pinch. Well, here I am."

Miles Crofton, "The Unseen Killer" December,1934  

Who is Miles Crofton?  He is a war hero, a soldier-of-fortune and an aviator. In "The Unseen Killer" he became entangled in a villain's scheme where he was double-crossed and framed for murder. The Shadow ultimately saved the day and, as was the pattern, Miles was made an agent and became The Shadow's relief pilot.

"...to Cloud Men's Minds!" page 2

"The forces of ignorance have conspired..."

Who said it?

 "When I woke up I was in that box and The Shadow was looking in on me. Black cloak— slouch hat—all I could see was eyes. He talked to me and I listened. He knew everything, that guy. Said he was sending me to Joe Cardona. Told me if I talked, I'd come out all right. He'd do the rest in a pinch. Well, here I am."

 

Who said it & which adventure did it come from?  Good luck, agents.

"...to Cloud Men's Minds!" page 1

 

"What... COWARDICE!"

ON THE AIR November 20, 1938

Death is Blind!  Just like Justice!  Well, maybe not exactly like Justice.  But you can be sure that by the end of this episode Justice was served and we all know who served it!  Enjoy!

"...to Cloud Men's Minds!"

 We interrupt our regularly scheduled artist to bring you a tale by two different pencillers, Rick Magyar & Frank Springer.  Enjoy. 

What I'm reading now

Taking a break from The Shadow to indulge in the latest "Clive Cussler" adventure.  Why parenthesis?  Clive died earlier this year and his books have been ghost written for quite some time now so I don't know how much Cussler there really is in these latest tales.  Still, I enjoy these characters and it seems that the various series have been left in good hands.  Not sure how much longer they will be coming out but I will always pick up the latest and lose myself in a pretty good adventure yarn where the hero always comes out on the winning end.

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 "At least the threat of World War has been forestalled."

"For a time, Margo.

...but my war on evil never ends."

"Our war."

WHAT CAME OUT THE WEEK OF November 15th, 1940 - 1942

1940_The Devil's Paymaster

 

1941_Temple of Crime

 

1942_The Murdering Ghost

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WHOOM

What came out the week of November 15th, 1932 - 1939

1932_Dead Men Live

1933_Mox

1934_Doom on the Hill

1935_The Python

1936_The Strange Disappearance of Joe Cardona

1937_Teeth of the Dragon

1938_Chicago Crime

 1939_City of Ghosts

"Triple-Cross!' page 23

"The weed of crime bears bitter fruit, Clark Savage, Jr.  Compton Moore has tasted deeply of it."

Look what I found in my mailbox

Looking forward to referencing this tome while I listen to my collection of radio episodes. 

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"You would have done better to forsake your corrupt ways, minion of evil...

...The Shadow will not abide the touch of one such as you!"

ON THE AIR: November 13, 1938

An embezzler and his gang hides out on a secluded island off the coast of Nova Scotia and The Shadow goes after them.  An alright episode from early on in the Johnstone run.  Give Black Rock a listen and decide for yourself.

"Triple-Cross!" page 21

"Never mind about hands, Harry; you'd better watch your back!"

What I'm reading now

 John's latest adapted radio scripts.  This is something I look forward every year.  10 lost tales presented as short stories for fans of The Shadow to lose themselves in.  Thanks, John.  Great stuff as always.

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Suddenly a dark vision, like the boatman Charon crossing the River Styx...

Thank a Vet today

My father and grandfather were Army.  My uncle served in the Air Force.  Our daughter was a Navy nurse.  These and too many to count over the years helped secure our freedoms so that all Americans can enjoy life in the greatest country in the world.  If you see a Veteran today (or any day, for that matter) tell them a sincere "Thank You".  We owe so much to every one of them.

SHREDDED revealed

Since the title was clearly visible I'm sure this is no surprise to anyone checking out this puzzle.

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"I demand your immediate surrender-- unless you are weary of Savage's leadership!"

SHREDDED

 This cover has been shredded and put back together.  Some of the pieces have been reversed just to make it a bit more interesting.  Can you figure out which issue this is?

"Triple-Cross!" page 18

"You are wearing a mask?  Who?...  SAVAGE!"

Cardona said it

 

"You know, Burke, I've got an idea why this crook calls himself  The Python. That's a big snake, a python, that can strangle anything up to the size of a tiger. Say, he's got crust, this fellow, calling himself The Python!" 

Just finished this one a few days ago.  Read it, you won't be sorry.

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"The devil you have!"

ON THE AIR November 6, 1938

Shyster Payoff.  Great title for a so so episode.  I wonder how well this was received 82 years ago.  I think sometimes I judge things based on the quality of today's production values and story telling and forget how much simpler things were back in the day.  Take a listen for yourself.

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"Damn those men!"

Who said it?

 "You know, Burke, I've got an idea why this crook calls himself *** ******. That's a big snake, a ******, that can strangle anything up to the size of a tiger. Say, he's got crust, this fellow, calling himself *** ******!" 

 

Who said it, who is the crook and which adventure did this come from?  I know, The Shadow knows... do you know?

"Triple-Cross!" page 15

"...all your methods leave are corpses."

"Yes...and they deserve no better."

What I'm reading now

 This is a really great adventure so far.  With The Shadow already in the clutches of the villain when the story begins it makes for a tense tale.  A little over half done with it now and really looking forward to how this all turns out.  Of course good will triumph over evil but the way Gibson does it is always a treat.

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"He is no longer of interest to me.  You may have him for your experiments."

What came out the week of November 1st, 1940 - 1948

 

1940_Crime Over Miami

 

1941_The Blackmail King

 

1942_Trail of Vengeance

 

1943_The Muggers

 

1944_Fountain of Death

 

1945_The White Skulls

 

1946_No Safety in Numbers

 

1947_Jabberwocky Thrust

 

1948_Dead Man's Chest