Monthly Archives: December 2011

Fawcett’s Golden Age “X-Mas Comics” – Merry Christmas!

Posted on December 20, 2011 by Bill Jourdain

Like most people who celebrate Christmas, I prefer “Christmas” over the abbreviated “X-Mas”.  Nevertheless, Fawcett published some very cool Christmas themed comics in the Golden Age with the title, X-Mas Comics.  These comics featured stories with Fawcett’s stars, Captain Marvel, … Continue reading →

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Joe Simon – Another Great One is Gone

Posted on December 15, 2011 by Bill Jourdain

Just a few days ago I wrote about the passing of Jerry Robinson.  Today, I am again saddened to report the death of another one of the greats of the Golden Age of Comic Books, Joe Simon at age 98.  … Continue reading →

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This Month in the Golden Age of Comic Books

Posted on December 11, 2011 by Bill Jourdain

Here’s another look at a number of the comics that were on the stands at various times in the month of December during the Golden Age of Comic Books. December 1937 – 74 Years Ago DC did not have any offerings in … Continue reading →

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A Tribute to Jerry Robinson – One of the Greats

Posted on December 8, 2011 by Bill Jourdain

I was particularly saddened to learn today that Jerry Robinson had passed away at age 89.  There have already been dozens of posts on the internet about Jerry’s passing.  He was one of the last of the great Golden Age … Continue reading →

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2012 Vintage Calendars from Asgard Press

Posted on December 6, 2011 by Bill Jourdain

A new year brings new vintage calendars from Asgard Press!  Once again, Asgard has created some really fantastic comic book themed calendars featuring memorable covers from Marvel and Archie Comics.  While the Marvel covers are not from the Golden Age, … Continue reading →

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