Feature Comics #23

"Introducing Charlie Chan" in Feature Comics #23 (1939) presents a clever, early mystery where a determined detective, Brian, tries to crack a case with the help of a mysterious ally known only as the Clock—though his partner-in-crime-fighting, Inspector Kane, remains skeptical of Brian’s methods. Written and illustrated by George Brenner, with a sharp, period-accurate cover by Ed Cronin, this issue captures the gritty charm of 1930s crime pulp with a touch of wry humor and a nod to the era’s fascination with undercover operatives.