Action Comics #97 (1946)

Action Comics #97 (1946) is a thrilling story that sees Superman teaming up with Hocus and Pocus to perform at a magician’s convention. Clark is tasked with covering the convention, which offers a $25,000 prize to any magician who can perform a trick that others cannot explain. When Hocus and Pocus decide to enter, Superman needs to make their tricks appear real. During the convention, the duo is kidnapped by thugs working for the evil magician Conrad the Conjuror, who hopes to win the prize by keeping them tied up until his performance. Meanwhile, Gregor the Great enlists Hocus and Pocus' help as detectives, revealing that someone has stolen a document detailing how his trick works. With Superman's help, Hocus and Pocus recover the stolen plans and capture the crooks. In the end, Superman uncovers Gregor's plan to rob the hotel safe while everyone is distracted by his performance. The story is a must-read for any comic book fan who loves a thrilling adventure packed with twists and turns. Catch "The Magician's Convention" in Action Comics #97, also available in Superman #272.