Original post here. Image contains the text “Champion Comics. August No. 10. Duke O’Dowd. Jungleman. The Champ. Liberty Lads. Neptina. Johnny Fox. Dragon’s Teeth and many others. Cash Prizes/Monthly Contest.” Original text:
A bound and gagged female, torn clothes, an explosive device, and a hero that MAY just make it in time to prevent disaster.
Classic damsel in distress scene in this comic cover from Champion Comics, August 1940.