The Flash 1959 #290 Direct ed. - 5.0 - $3.75

Barry Allen is apparently about to kill Fiona, as Flash charges through a wall to save her.

Several attempts have been made to kill Fiona Webb because of knowledge she has of a gangster. The Flash stops two attempts but hired hitman Saber-Tooth tries again, disguised as Barry Allen.

Hawkman stops Golden Raven from stealing a gold statue by distracting her with Hostess Fruit Pies.

Richie explains how to make money selling Grit newspapers.

Ronnie recounts their origin and history to Martin, and convinces Martin that they are Firestorm (who is only aware of their identity when the two are combined).

• - Colors credit provided by Anthony Tollin. Klein credits per his blog: http://kleinletters.com/1980Covers.html. Previous indexer credited Milt Snappin. Firestorm appears in a small panel at bottom.
• Snap Tite!? You Bet. - Ad for large-scale models that snap together. On inside front cover.
• Will You Believe Me When I'm Dead? - Story continues in The Flash #290. References The Flash #234.
• Get the Newest Number Yum! - Ad for wild cherry flavor of bubble gum. On first page between pages 4-5 of Flash story.
• Enter the Wonderful World of Amazing Live Sea-Monkeys - Ad for Sea-Monkeys from Transcience Corporation. On second page between pages 4-5 of Flash story.
• She's No Angel - Ad in comic format for Hostess Fruit Pies from Continental Baking Company. Between pages 8-9 of Flash story.
• Father Knows Best - Ad in comic format for salespeople for Grit newspapers. Between pages 13-14 of Flash story.
• Super Gifts & Gimmicks - Ad for toys and novelties.
• The Secret History of the Nuclear Man - Quick review of Firestorm #1-5, DC Comics Presents #17 and Justice League of America #179.
• Strong Arms Make All the Difference! - Ad for body building book. On top of page between pages 4-5 of Firestorm story.
• Write Right Now! - Ads in classified format for body building, martial arts training, comics, your poems set to music, and more. Title of ad page does not appear in this issue. On bottom of page between pages 4-5 of Firestorm story.
• - Letters from: Al Schroeder III, John Murphy, Kevin Grskovich, and Karen Wu. Includes Len's Line-Up, listing some DC Comics on sale July 10th.
• Earn Famous Name Prizes or Cash - Ad for sales people for greeting cards and gifts. On inside back cover.
• Power! Accuracy! - Ad for Daisy 840 gun from Daisy subsidiary of Walter Kidde & Company, Inc. On back page.