Scoop Scanlon

"Scoop" Scanton was an American "Five-Star Reporter" for the Bulletin and later Daily World-Star. Like many investigative reporters in Golden Age comics, he usually wound up solving crimes while investigating stories. He was assisted by Rusty Davis, his best friend and Bulletin photographer.

The character originally appeared in Action Comics #1 and continued appearing in the series for the until the 14th issue. The character disappeared from publication until inexplicably reappering in Holyoke Comics titles, first in Terrific Comics and later in Cat-Man Comics. Two major changes took place between apperances. First, Scoop and Rusty were now working for Daily World-Star. Second, Scoop found a rival and a potential love interest in Molly O'Moore, a rival reporter who worked for the Chronicle. At first, their relationship was mostly competitve, but they grew closer, officially becoming a couple in Cat-Man Comics #32.

Because of his unusual publication's history, Scoop Scanton's legal status is uncertain.

Golden Age Appearances

 * Action Comics #1-13
 * Cat-Man Comics #27-32
 * Terrific Comics #2-5