October 10, 2005
The Java Sea Pirate finale!
This is it! The big finale! DeBris gets what's coming to him! Or does he..?
from Jan. 12, 1947.
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October 02, 2005
The Java Sea Pirate part 14
The penultimate chapter! Explosions aplenty! This is what you've been waiting for!
from Jan. 5, 1947.
Posted by Thrillmer! at 11:33 AM | TrackBack
September 25, 2005
The Java Sea Pirate part 13
Lucky 13! We're out of the water, and into the fire...
from Dec. 29, 1946.
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September 19, 2005
The Java Sea Pirate part 12
It's International Talk Like a Pirate Day, so let's get with some pirate action!
from Dec. 22, 1946.
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September 11, 2005
The Java Sea Pirate part 11
You want action? Here's your action, pal!
from Dec. 15, 1946.
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September 04, 2005
The Java Sea Pirate part 10
Your mercy, my dear Johnny, will get you killed someday...
from Dec. 8, 1946.
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August 28, 2005
The Java Sea Pirate part 9
Johnny Hazard is back!! If you recall when last we saw him, Johnny was sending secret signals over the airwaves while planning his escape from the Java Sea Pirate's sub. Let's waste no more time and get right back to the action...
from Dec. 1, 1946.
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July 23, 2005
The Java Sea Pirate part 8
Secret messages tapped out in Morse code while trapped on a sub - where have I seen this before? No worries, Johnny, it's a method that works; I'm not calling you a copy-cat or anything.
I love the momma's boy taunts, by the way...what a bad guy!
from Nov. 24, 1946
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July 17, 2005
The Java Sea Pirate part 7
Welcome to the very first post created entirely with my new set-up. I'm just about ready to get rid of that old computer...anyway, here's some more of that Johnny Hazard stuff the kids seem to dig these days.
from Nov. 17, 1946
Posted by Thrillmer! at 07:46 PM | TrackBack
July 09, 2005
The Java Sea Pirate part 6
I don't know what Johnny's trying to accomplish with this plan, but it seems to be working out the way he's planned. That said, I have but one question: how cool is that helicopter?!
from Nov. 10, 1946
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July 02, 2005
The Java Sea Pirate part 5
And so a plan is hatched to flush out the pirate...
from Nov. 3, 1946
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June 25, 2005
The Java Sea Pirate part 4
I figured this "pirate" would look a little scarier, especially given Brandy's reaction. Still, I can't fault her for her screams; that can't be a nice way to wake up! Talk about creepy...
I sure hope Johnny can figure out a way to get this guy.
from Oct 27, 1946
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June 18, 2005
The Java Sea Pirate part 3
I tell you, the Java Sea seems like a dangerous place to me. I really like the look of that submarine; Frank Robbins was pretty much the greatest, huh?
from Oct 20, 1946
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June 11, 2005
The Java Sea Pirate part 2
A pirate striking by submarine in the Java Sea...why does that sound so familiar?
from Oct 13, 1946
Posted by Thrillmer! at 05:34 PM | TrackBack
June 05, 2005
The Java Sea Pirate part 1
I think some wires got crossed today...
from Oct 6, 1946
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May 28, 2005
give 'em what they want part 1
I've been asked recently by some of my loyal visitors to post certain strips. Since I'm such a generous guy, I'm throwing some Johnny Hazard up today. This is an early one, back when the Sundays were still going for humor...
from Jan 21, 1945
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October 16, 2004
"The Forgotten Garrison" conclusion!
Today brings us the last chapters in The Forgotten Garrison. It's been a fun ride, Johnny, we'll have you back for more soon! I promise!
from May 8-15, 1955
Posted by Thrillmer! at 01:04 PM | TrackBack
October 09, 2004
Johnny Hazard "The Forgotten Garrison" parts XI and XII
We're racing toward our exciting conclusion here folks! One more week to go!
from Apr 24-May 1, 1955
Posted by Thrillmer! at 12:00 AM | TrackBack
October 02, 2004
Johnny Hazard "The Forgotten Garrison" parts IX and X
The plot is heating up and some fists are finally flying. I hope everyone is digging this story as much as I am.
from Apr 10-17, 1955
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September 25, 2004
Johnny Hazard "The Forgotten Garrison" parts VII and VIII
This week I'm at school all day, so I'm putting these up a little earlier than usual. Don't know how much access I'll even have to a computer--I'm going to be spending the day playing with books printed some 400 years ago. Should be fun. Now go check in with Johnny & try not to be jealous...
from Mar 27 and Apr 3, 1955
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September 18, 2004
Johnny Hazard "The Forgotten Garrison" parts V and VI
I'm late for a wedding, so no pithy comments today. Just enjoy...
from Mar 13 and Mar 20, 1955
Posted by Thrillmer! at 12:44 PM | TrackBack
September 11, 2004
Johnny Hazard "The Forgotten Garrison" parts III and IV
Isn't this story unfolding nicely? Robbins keeps it moving quickly without everything seeming like it's rushed. He was good like that.
from Feb 27 and Mar 6, 1955
Posted by Thrillmer! at 12:09 AM | TrackBack
September 04, 2004
reprint books I'm glad I own
Back in early July, I blogged a little about some Dragon Lady Press reprint books that never came out, but wanted nonetheless. I made a serious error though with Johnny Hazard 4, a book that not only hit store shelves, but one that now rests on my own. Toth on the outside, Robbins on the inside, delicious.
Posted by Thrillmer! at 06:27 PM | TrackBack
Johnny Hazard in "The Forgotten Garrison!" parts I and II
Frank Robbins is simply one of the greatest cartoonists ever, it's amazing to me that he isn't celebrated even more than he already is in our tiny comic strip fan commnuity. There's so much to like about Johnny Hazard, truly a masterful synthesis of exciting action and beautiful illustration. If you're new to his world, you're in for a treat.
from Feb 13 and 20, 1955
Posted by Thrillmer! at 10:32 AM | TrackBack
September 03, 2004
Johnny Hazard's wartime funnies
Hey folks, Johnny Hazard again. Just wanted to give you a chuckle before we get to the serious stuff tomorrow. Here's a little incident that happened back in the war. We all had a laugh at my friend Brandy's expense with this one. Don't worry, she can take it with the best of 'em.
from Feb 4, 1945
Posted by Thrillmer! at 01:30 PM | TrackBack
Johnny Hazard takes off
Hey adventure fans, Johnny Hazard here. I've been waiting for the right time to make my move, and the time is now. Thrillmer's been getting soft, thinking he can get away without posting anything for you all on Saturdays. Well, he's got another thing coming. I've noticed something else, too. He's got the mid Forties covered with Buz and the mid Sixties with Scratch. That's why, come Saturday, I'm going to start my tale of the Forgotten Garrison from 1955. Don't miss it!
Posted by Thrillmer! at 11:33 AM | TrackBack
August 26, 2004
60 years ago...
The other day Steven Wintle, formerly of Flat Earth! fame, pointed me in the direction of a most amazing Johnny Hazard discussion at the Drawing Board Forum. There is plenty of back and forth from some very talented creators, and lots (and lots!) of Johnny Hazard scans. If you're a Frank Robbins fan (and if you're not, what on earth is stopping you???) you'll want to check it out.
Hopefully we'll be seeing some JH adventures on this very site in the near future. Pity my poor scanner...
panels from Aug 26, 1944