Public Domain Super Heroes
Billy Bounce
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Real Name

Billy Bounce

First Appearance

Hearst Syndicate (November 1901)

Original Publisher

Hearst Syndicate

Created by

W.W. Denslow

Origin[]

The earliest known super-powered costume character, Billy Bounce is a ball-shaped lad with balloon powers- he can bounce, float and fly by drifting.

Public Domain Appearances[]

All published appearances of Billy Bounce from before January 1, 1931 are public domain in the US.

Some notable appearances are listed below:

Public Domain Comic Strip Appearances[]

  • Hearst Syndicate (1901-1905)

See Also[]