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Comics on Parade #29
Comics on Parade #29 is an anthology issue featuring multiple comic strips and stories. "The Captain and the Kids" by Rudolph Dirks follows the boys helping a circus troupe while encountering a villainous clown criminal named E.J. Evil. "Dynamite Dunn" depicts a young boxer's rise through college boxing and his ambitions to become a world champion. "How It Began: Calico" by Paul Reddinger traces the history of calico fabric from its origins in India and its trade routes through England, detailing its manufacturing and cultural impact. "Twice Told Tales: Canine Strategy" presents a medieval tale about a dog employed to turn a roasting spit that eventually earns recognition and rewards for its service.