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Clown (MLJ)

The Clown killed a woman after she refused his marriage proposal. The murder was witnessed by another, who was promptly killed too. Tormented with grief, and yet wanting the last laugh, Charles made up his victims as clowns. While being chased by the Hangman, he tried to escape by walking a tightrope, but fell to his death.
Alias Clown (MLJ)
Real Names/Alt Names Charles
Characteristics Villain, Circus, MLJ Universe, Clown-themed, World War II Era
Creators/Key Contributors Harry Lucey
First Appearance Special Comics #1 (Winter 1942)
First Publisher Archie / MLJ [CB+] [DCM] [GCD]
Appearance List Special Comics #1
Sample Read Hangman Comics [DCM] [CB+]
Description The Clown killed a woman after she refused his marriage proposal. The murder was witnessed by another, who was promptly killed too. Tormented with grief, and yet wanting the last laugh, Charles made up his victims as clowns. While being chased by the Hangman, he tried to escape by walking a tightrope, but fell to his death.
Source Clown (MLJ) – Public Domain Super Heroes Wiki
Special Comics #1 (Winter 1942) | Harry Lucey
Special Comics #1 (Winter 1942) | Harry Lucey