{"product_id":"comic-joe-palooka-44-may-1950","title":"1950 Joe Palooka #44 May Comic Book","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1950 Joe Palooka #44 May Comic Book in Condition Fair, Visible Wear on Cover, Writing on Cover, See Photos. \u003c\/strong\u003eJoe Palooka #44, published by Harvey Comics in May 1950, represents the series' transition into the new decade, maintaining its status as a premier sports title during a period of shifting industry trends. This issue features the iconic \"heavyweight champion of the world\" in stories illustrated by the legendary Ham Fisher, continuing Joe's legacy of clean-living and sportsmanship that resonated with the era's youth. Notably, the May 1950 edition often included fan-favorite backup features such as the humorous \"Humphrey\" and \"Little Max,\" which provided a lighthearted contrast to the high-stakes boxing drama of the main narrative. For collectors of mid-century Americana, #44 is a significant piece of the Palooka chronicle, showcasing the character’s enduring popularity as he navigated a post-war world that was beginning to favor more diverse comic genres like science fiction and westerns.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EvoRelic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46147368485002,"sku":"461473684850_65B6","price":28.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0694\/2126\/9130\/files\/ComicJoePalooka_44May1950.png?v=1744929311","url":"https:\/\/cardcoincomic.com\/products\/comic-joe-palooka-44-may-1950","provider":"Card Coin Comic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}