Detective Comics, #359

Published: January 1967

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Issue Contents:
The Million Dollar Debut of Batgirl!

"Meet the new Batgirl!"

Story Notes

Credits for pencils and inks confirmed from Julius Schwartz's editorial records, provided by DC Comics.

The Million Dollar Debut of Batgirl!

"Out of the super-star studded firmament of Gotham City, where Batman and Robin shine supreme as masked manhunters-- burst a brand new luminary-- Batgirl!"

Storyline

While Barbara is on her way to a costume party dressed as Batgirl, she runs across Killer Moth attacking Bruce Wayne and joins the battle.

Story Notes

Credits for script, pencils and inks confirmed from Julius Schwartz's editorial records, provided by DC Comics. Story in two parts of 7.5 pages each.

Story Featuring Cap's Hobby Hints

"This is the first time you're painting a model, isn't it?"

Storyline

Heating paint to have it give a smoother finish.

Story Notes

Thanks to Tony Boyless from Fayetteville, N.C. Appears between pages 8 and 9 of the Batman story.

Riddle of the Sleepytime Taxi!

Story Featuring The Elongated Man

"Pretty tricky setup these cabbies have-- but I'll bet a can of lubricating grease they're pretty tired of the whole affair right about now!"

Storyline

Ralph runs across a taxi service that knocks out its important clients and sells the national security secrets they carry to foreign countries.

Story Notes

Credits for script, pencils and inks confirmed from Julius Schwartz's editorial records, provided by DC Comics. Script previously credited to John Broome.

Letter Column Featuring Batman's Hot-Line

Story Notes

Letters of comment from Paul Seydor, Frank Klein, Mark Evanier, and Rick Wood.

Champs Against Odds!
Story Notes

Appears between pages 6 and 7 of the Elongated Man story.

Story Notes

Checklist of titles on sale between December 1 and December 13 1966. Appears between pages 8 and 9 of the Batman story.

Out of the Dim and Misty Days of the Past...

Story Featuring Batman

Credits
Story Notes

House ad for Batman (DC, 1940 series) #189, "Fright of the Scarecrow!" Appears at the bottom of page 16 of the Batman story.

Captain Billy & the Kid!
Credits
Story Notes

Ad for Renwal model planes. Appears between pages 8 and 9 of the Batman story.

At Long Last!

Story Featuring The Atom

Credits
Story Notes

House ad for The Atom (DC, 1962 series) #29, team-up of the Golden Age Atom and the Silver Age Atom. Appears at the bottom of page 8 of the Elongated Man story.

Story Notes

Ad for Tyco trains and cars. Appears after page 16 of the Batman story.

How to Get a Model Motoring Racing Set for Christmas.
Story Notes

Ad for Aurora Model Motoring Racing Set. Back cover.

20 Fathoms Under the Sea
Credits
Story Notes

Ad for G. I. Joe Club. Inside back cover.

Electric S.O.S. Telegraph Set
Story Notes

Appears at end of issue.

Presenting the Mag from SUPER!

Story Featuring Superman

Credits
Story Notes

House ad for Superman (DC, 1939 series) #193 [80 Page Giant #G-31]. Appears between pages 8 and 9 of the Batman story.

Across the Jungle Rings the Cry -- B'wana Beast!
Credits
Story Notes

House ad for Showcase (DC, 1956 series) #66, the first appearance of B'wana Beast. Appears between pages 8 and 9 of the Batman story.

What Is He?

Story Featuring Plastic Man

"He's not: as strong as... Superman..."

Credits
Story Notes

House ad for Plastic Man (DC, 1966 series) #2. Appears at the bottom of page 8 of the Batman story.

Captain Action the Amazing 9 in 1 Super Hero
Story Notes

Advertisement for the Captain Action action figure and costumes. Appears between pages 4 and 5 of the Batman story.

5 Things You Need Before You Start Racing at Home
Story Notes

Ad for Revell Home Racing Sets including tracks and cars. Inside front cover.