The Hawk #3

This anthology issue contains several stories featuring The Hawk and other Western tales. "Leverett's Last Stand" by George Olesen depicts a cavalry munitions train under attack by Apache horsemen in the New Mexican desert, with Federal Marshal Bob Harder (known as The Hawk) and his companions mounting a defense against the raiders. "Creatures of the Western Badlands" by Art Pepoy provides educational descriptions of desert wildlife including the Gila monster, armadillo, horned toad, prairie dog, and road runner. Additional stories include "Dead Man's Vengeance," "The Disappearing Mustang," "Desert Rat—Trap for a Killer," "Little Sheriff—The Safe Guard," and "Dry River Rampage," all featuring Western action and adventure themes.