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Wilbur Comics
Date | Number: 4 | Lang: English (en)
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Although Wilbur Wilkins actually appeared before Archie Andrews, it's pretty clear that once the Archie formula was set, Wilbur imitated it slavishly. Still, this comic is not without its virtues. However, the Bill Vigoda (brother of Abe)/Terry Woik artwork is a bit off-putting with its semi-realistic style (early Archies feel similarly odd to us today after years of the Dan DeCarlo "look"). Check out the cover: 3 fairly realistic young women, Wilbur is less so, and the Miss Grundy clone is cartoony. The splash panel for "The Weaker Sex" is also a good example of the clash of styles. Yet another Frank Sinatra spoof, this time "jug blower supreme" Hank Swoonatra in the Li'l Abner pastiche "Catfish Joe."
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Linda's my kind of girl!
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Amazing scan quality!
  
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NameWilbur Comics 4 | Published
PublicationPrice: 0.10 USD | Pages: 52 | Frequency: quarterly
NotesOn sale date as listed in the Catalog of Copyright Entries, Periodicals, 1945, page 262, registration number B682316.
There are sparse references to the ongoing war. There are four references in this issue: 1.) In the opening Wilbur story, "Elmer The Card," Wilbur's dad complains about shortages of cigars and socks. 2.) In the Wilbur's Trouble Page, war bonds and stamps are awarded for the best letters submitted. 3.) In the story "The Weaker Sex," Wilbur and a sailor clash when Wilbur's accused of flirting with the sailor's girlfriend. 4.) in the text story "Information Please" a number of references are made regarding the use of telegram services during the war.
 
Cover1 page
GenreHumor; Teen
CharactersMiss Gargle
PencilsBill Vigoda ?
First LineAw! Stop worrying Linda! That old battle-axe ballet teacher won't be back for hours!
NotesAn online scan shows a cut-off signature that might read Billy or Bill V, which could be Bill Vagoda, but needs verifying.
 
AdvertisementBoys and Girls! (1 page)
FeatureMiss Judith Allen
Script?; Roger Batton
Pencils? (photographs)
Inks? (photographs)
Letterstypeset
Editing? (ad agency)
CharactersRoger Batton (photograph); Judith Allen
First LineHere's how I landed a movie contract
NotesInside front cover mail order ad for the book 'How to get Into the Movies' by Miss Judith Allen, Dept. 61, 117 West 48th St., New York 19, New York.
 
ContentsNo Title (1 page)
Letterstypeset
PencilsBill Vigoda (signed)
InksBill Vigoda (signed)
First LineWilbur... and Elmer, the Card
 
Comic StoryWilbur and Elmer the Card (14 pages)
SynopsisWilbur's uncle Elmer, a practical joker, shows up for a surprise visit.
GenreHumor; Teen
CharactersFrank Wilkin; Eleanor Wilkin; Elmer; Thaddeus; Mr. Bloog
PencilsBill Vigoda (signed)
InksTheresa Woik (signed)
First LineSurprise! I'm going to visit with you for the week-end!
 
Letters PageNo Title (1 page)
FeatureWilbur's Trouble Club
First LineOne day I asked my mother for some money so that I could...
NotesWinning letter from William Shumacher and a list of other readers with addresses who also sent letters.
 
Comic StoryThe Weaker Sex / Wilbur (9 pages)
SynopsisWilbur tries to show Linda that men are stronger and more skilled than women.
GenreHumor; Teen
Characterscarnival workers; Vincent; Vincent's girl; India Rubber man
PencilsBill Vigoda (signed)
InksTheresa Woik (signed)
First LineOh, Wilbur! I just adore carnivals!
 
Text StoryInformation Please / Wilbur (2 pages)
SynopsisWilbur had almost forgot to get Linda a birthday gift until Red reminded him. Because she is away in Boston, he decides to send her a birthday telegram.
Letterstypeset
GenreHumor; Teen
CharactersRed Wilson; telegram clerks; gas station attendant
First LineRed started it. He walked into Wilbur Andrew's room...
NotesAn error in the story has Wilbur Wilkin referred to as 'Wilbur Andrews'.
 
Comic StoryNo Title (5.67 pages)
SynopsisHank Swoonatra comes to Mudcat with the intention to marry Catfish Joe's girlfriend Maybelle.
FeatureCatfish Joe
GenreHumor
CharactersCatfish Joe; Hank Swoonatra; Maybelle; Zeke; Professor Undersnatch
Script (byline)
PencilsLarry Harris
InksLarry Harris
LettersLarry Harris ?
First LineJoe has finally arrived back at Mudcat only to...
NotesHank Swoonatra is a parody of Frank Sinatra. Last page has references to this feature appearing in Pep Comics.
 
IllustrationNo Title
FeatureAnimal-Antix
GenreAnimal
Script
PencilsLarry Harris
InksLarry Harris
LettersLarry Harris ?
First LineMiss Dorothy Harris of Compton, Cal. writes that...
NotesOdd stories about animals sent in by readers.
 
CartoonNo Title (1 page)
FeatureJest Jokes
GenreHumor
First LineWhat's your phone number?
NotesEight one-panel gag jokes.
 
StoryWilbur (3 pages)
SynopsisWilbur prefers to fish from his boat, rather than on the dock with Red.
GenreHumor; Teen
CharactersRed Wilson
First LineImagine that guy, Red wantin' to fish on the dock instead of coming out with me!
 
Comic StoryThe Shrinking Violet / Wilbur (10 pages)
SynopsisWilbur has a date with Linda coming up, however, as usual, he is broke. He and Red concoct a water-proofing spray to sell and make money. Meanwhile, Dripwaite has a dinner date with Miss Gargle.
GenreHumor; Teen
CharactersRed Wilson; salesman; Frank Wilkin; policemen; Mr. Dripwaite; Miss Gargle; coat check girl; maitre d; diners
PencilsBill Vigoda (signed)
InksTheresa Woik (signed)
First LineYeah, sure! I haven't forgotten about the dance Saturday night!
 
AdvertisementIt's Easy to Win Her! (1 page)
FeatureStravon Publishers
Pencils? (illustrations)
Inks? (illustrations)
Letterstypeset
Editing? (ad agency)
GenreRomance
First LineWomen are funny - you never know...
NotesMail order ad for 'How to Get Along With Girls' from Stravon Publishers, Dept. D652, 342 Madison Avenue, New York 17, New York.
 
AdvertisementNow You Can Lick Any Auto Repair Job! / MoToR's Auto and Truck Repair Manuals (1 page)
Letterstypeset
GenreCar
First LineNo auto repair job is too tough when you've got...
NotesInside back cover mail order ad for Motor's Auto and Truck Repair Manuals from Motor Book Department, Desk 79B, 572 Madison Avenue, New York 22, New York.
 
AdvertisementHe Mailed This Coupon / Charles Atlas Dynamic Tension System (1 page)
Pencils? (photographs)
Inks? (photographs)
Letterstypeset
Editing? (ad agency)
CharactersJ. G. O'Brien (photograph)
Script ?
First LineJ. G. O'Brien saw my coupon. He clipped and mailed it.
NotesBack cover mail order ad from Charles Atlas, Dept. 362, 115 East 23rd St., New York 10, New York.
 
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