Australian Obscene Publications - April 21st, 1954
Legal material
Continued debate over altering the Police Offences Bill. The House discusses specific clauses, and questions arise over what can be considered "artistic."
21 April 1954
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The Case Against Comics: A Review of The Seduction of the Innocent
Magazine Articles
Muhlen's review of The Seduction of the Innocent. He criticizes the effectiveness of Wertham's book as being a catalyst for change.
Muhlen, Norbert (writer)
New Leader Publishing Association
17 May 1954
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Magazine Article
Sale of Crime Comics to be Criminal Offense
Newspaper Articles
Following the approval of a ban on crime comics in Canada, this article looks at the way the ban has been received by different provinces.
Flaherty, Frank (writer)
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The Globe and Mail
6 December 1949
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Newspaper Article
Fulton Loses Crusade For Definite Penalty Against Crime Comics
Newspaper Articles
Discusses Fulton's attempt to pass a bill that would see those involved in the production of comics being fined up to $10,000 for doing so. The bill did not pass.
Bain, George (writer)
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The Globe and Mail
3 April 1954
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Newspaper Article