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"The natural-born requirement wouldn't have prevented Alexander Hamilton, who was born in the West Indies, from becoming President. That it would do so is a misconception.
Section 1, Clause 5 of the U.S. Constitution requires that the President be a…"
Section 1, Clause 5 of the U.S. Constitution requires that the President be a…"
"Final version. Because if I haven't figured it out by now, it's not going to happen.
1. Commssioner (not commander) of the Science Police, according to the Legion Constitution in Adventure 325
2. He received it from the Ancient One after triumphing…"
1. Commssioner (not commander) of the Science Police, according to the Legion Constitution in Adventure 325
2. He received it from the Ancient One after triumphing…"
" . . . Grundy ends up on the Moon instead of the center of the Earth. Why? Because the Moon is where Grundy escaped from in his next chronological appearance, Showcase #55 (March-April 1965). Who else but Roy Thomas would remember to fix a…"
"The Commander can tell me whether or not the other members were in the know, but if they were, it wasn't emphasized to the point that I remember it, like I do Clark/Bruce and Hal/Barry. I'm probably all wet, but in my head canon, the only people who…"
"Seven of our heroes (the six on the cover, plus Dr. Mid-Nite) . . . reveal their secret identities!
I've never understood the purpose behind this---within the fictional conceit of the stories, I mean. I understand that the second generation of…"
I've never understood the purpose behind this---within the fictional conceit of the stories, I mean. I understand that the second generation of…"
"I always liked Saturn Girl's psychic implant, erasing any knowledge Clark might have of his own future when he's in his home time.
It was Supergirl who placed that post-hypnotic block in Superboy's mind. (Nb. Adventure Comics # 334 [Jul., 1965]. #…"
It was Supergirl who placed that post-hypnotic block in Superboy's mind. (Nb. Adventure Comics # 334 [Jul., 1965]. #…"
"We're so distanced from the Whoopee Cap now that, some years back, I saw a bin of "Jughead Hats" at a surplus store. They were just prefab hats that superficially resembled the cartoon depiction of, well, Jughead's hat."
"I should mention that Thomas said in one of the Companions that his intent was to include Hawkman in every issue, in some form, since he was in every issue of All-Star Comics. Sometimes it was just a newspaper photo, but always something. This was…"
"Here's a tip.
I display my hats on a hat rack, but they can collect dust if I'm not vigilant. Tracy bought one of these BRUSHES for a pair of suede boots. It didn't work on the boots, but it is excellent for removing dust from my hats. Tell 'em Jeff…"
I display my hats on a hat rack, but they can collect dust if I'm not vigilant. Tracy bought one of these BRUSHES for a pair of suede boots. It didn't work on the boots, but it is excellent for removing dust from my hats. Tell 'em Jeff…"
"Of course, it's a bit of an eyeroll that Rip lets "mascots" go on deadly missions, but hey, it's comics. Robin and Speedy are already doing this sort of thing.
It's easier for me to justify the boys' participation in combat. As I see it, Captain…"
It's easier for me to justify the boys' participation in combat. As I see it, Captain…"
"I think Spectre would have worked fine as a ghost. Instead of giving him "do anything" powers, give him the usual powers of a poltergeist. As a crime-fighting spook, who had access to the real world via Corrigan, he could learn things and hobble…"
"A certain percentage of Japanese women object to seeing their male ... I couldn't make this stuff up."
"Time Limit (United Artists, 1957)
This is one of those rare films that I watched without knowing anything about it. I was at home one Saturday afternoon, forty years ago, and was clicking through the telelvision channels, hoping to find something…"
This is one of those rare films that I watched without knowing anything about it. I was at home one Saturday afternoon, forty years ago, and was clicking through the telelvision channels, hoping to find something…"
"Very glad to hear the good news, Commander! "
"Oh, drat . . . you're absolutely right, Mr. Willis. And I should've known better.
Guess I have to give the edit function another go.
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Guess I have to give the edit function another go.
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Ah, that makes sense. I've seen some unfinished blog entries from Figs that said in caps at the top, "JUST A DRAFT, MODS, DO NOT APPROVE" or something to that effect. It's an inelegant system, but as far as I can tell. it's the best anyone's come up with so far.
Regardless, I'm glad it wasn't causing frustration or extra work on your end.
Commander, I'm not sure what's going on; I've approved your Archive Deck Log Entry #37 twice now, and it hasn't shown up on the front page either time. I'm going to discuss it with the other mods; I might be doing something wrong. But I'm not sure how, exactly, I can screw up hitting "Approve."
But if you don't see it, and put it up again, I'm going to let one of the other mods approve it, and see if I can learn what, if anything, I'm missing here. Sorry for the delay!
P.S. I'm going to send this on to you as an individual message, too, so you don't miss it, but I've got to "friend" you first.
Commander:
Just bopping around the Board this morning, I ran across a comment you made to Philip Portelli earlier this month:
Sometimes I wonder if anybody ever reads my stuff, so it's always nice when I get a comment or a "like".
Made me feel a teensy bit guilty (not that you intended that). I don't read every word on every thread, but I always read what you have to say in any thread I'm in, and I'm more likely to peek in on a new thread if I see you've posted there. And I always read the Deck Log.
Your comments and articles are consistently well researched, well written, interesting and (when thats your goal) entertaining. Since most of my available Board time is at the office (SHHH, don't tell anybody!) I don't often post unless I have something to say -- which, most of the time, means I have something silly to say -- but I am reading and enjoying.
Oh ... and "color" doesn't have a "u" in it. :)
Darin
Commander,
Actually we should all be thanking you for the research, enjoyment and knowledge you provide!
"Happy I read your stuff", I've gone through your archives! The way you combine Silver Age comics with the events of the time plus your background creates a real learning experience!
Should you ever print your columns in book form, you have one guarantee sale!
Again with much thanks and respect!
Philip
Thank you, Commander. I was thinking about Percy's "origin" story as proof but you're right about what people want to believe. If Marvel puts out a story that states Percy was gay, fine. My point was Stan's intent at the time.
Again informative and timely,
Much thanks,
Philip
Commander,
Over at the "Alan Scott is DC's Gay Hero", there is some discussion on whether Pinky Pinkerton of the Howling Commandos was always meant to be gay, not merely picked by fans as was Element Lad. It seems like there is the assumption that Stan Lee did this deliberately. I am in disagreement of this. If you can, could you please comment on this? Your knowledge is appreciated. Also I mentioned that, in the Silver Age, most of the Justice Society were not established as being married.
These are minor points, to be sure but if you want to add anything, it would be most welcomed.
Respectfully,
Philip Portelli
Hi - not sure if I'm posting this comment for Commander Benson in the write location, but - yes - if you could scan some pages, that would be phenomenal!!! I am very grateful for the tenaciousness and loyalty of this group....
Fond regards, Sandi Charton
Commander, I have always respected your style and manner, and have enjoyed disagreeing with you on any (infrequent) points of contention we have had - so you can certainly believe that I have immensely appreciated your Deck Logs. If you are posting them elsewhere, I will continue to enjoy them.
But it's just time for me to be gone from the Captain Comics board. I receive no replies or conversation from Cap anymore, and my unceremonious dumping as an administrator left a bad taste in my mouth... and the subsequent situation has done nothing to make me feel any better.
If I do not get the opportunity to communicate with you again, let me assure you that you have my greatest respect and admiration, and I wish you and yours the very best.
I remain,
Sincerely,
Eric L. Sofer
The Silver Age Fogey
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