Batman #71: The Jail for Heroes!; Commissioner Gordon's Greatest Case; The Mask of Mister Cypher

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Batman #71: The Jail for Heroes!; Commissioner Gordon's Greatest Case; The Mask of Mister Cypher stands out in Gotham Vault because the issue title, character tags, and 1952-06-01 cover date create a distinct entry point into Batman. Readers can use it to jump from this issue into Barbara Kean, Batman, Nightwing (Dick Grayson), Commissioner Gordon (James Gordon) and related Batman continuity.

Issue summary

Hop On the Welfare Wagon!: (public service message from Superman) A man tells Mr. Stanton that Superman will speak for their hospital fundraiser. He responds "Who needs a hospital in this town? I can take care of myself. I'm not giving a red cent, Superman or no Superman." Just then, Superman shows up saying he "has the wrong slant" and explaining that Americans have always helped each other when sickness and trouble came. The Jail For Heroes: (Batman) A crime boss named Scar Brink captures lawmen and puts them in his own prison, including Batman and Robin. he uses the threat of unmasking Batman to keep the other lawmen in line and the threat of killing them to keep the dynamic duo in line. Shorty: (humor strip by Henry Boltinoff) Shorty goes to a tailer and gets a suit that fits perfectly. the tailer tells him they guarantee the suit then dumps water on his saying "See? Guarenteed not to shrink in the rain!" Commissioner Gordon's Greatest Case: (Batman) While Batman is cleaning up in Gordon's private bath after a fight, Gordon realizes he could learn Batman's true identity by using his concealed 2 way mirror. He decides not to but becomes obsessed with figuring out who Batman really is without taking advantage of their friendship. Private Pete: (humor strip by Henry Boltinoff) Pete is cleaning around his bunk before inspection for the first time. when the drill sargent arives…

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Barbara KeanOpen this Gotham Vault character file to see linked appearances, story arcs, and related com…VIEW APPEARANCES ›

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BatmanOpen this Gotham Vault character file to see linked appearances, story arcs, and related com…VIEW APPEARANCES ›

Nightwing (Dick Grayson)The first Robin, all grown up. Acrobat, detective, leader. The best of Batman without the da…VIEW APPEARANCES ›

Commissioner Gordon (James Gordon)The one good cop in a corrupt city. Keeps the GCPD running and the Bat-Signal lit. Never los…VIEW APPEARANCES ›

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Jerry the JitterbugOpen this Gotham Vault character file to see linked appearances, story arcs, and related com…VIEW APPEARANCES ›

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Private PeteOpen this Gotham Vault character file to see linked appearances, story arcs, and related com…VIEW APPEARANCES ›

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Scar BrinkOpen this Gotham Vault character file to see linked appearances, story arcs, and related com…VIEW APPEARANCES ›

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ShortyOpen this Gotham Vault character file to see linked appearances, story arcs, and related com…VIEW APPEARANCES ›

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SupermanOpen this Gotham Vault character file to see linked appearances, story arcs, and related com…VIEW APPEARANCES ›

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The Masked MysticOpen this Gotham Vault character file to see linked appearances, story arcs, and related com…VIEW APPEARANCES ›

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Varsity VicOpen this Gotham Vault character file to see linked appearances, story arcs, and related com…VIEW APPEARANCES ›