Treasure Chest of Fun and Fact Comic Book, Vol. 25, No. 4 (October 23, 1969)

This is a vintage comic book titled 'Treasure Chest of Fun and Fact', specifically Volume 25, Number 4, dated October 23, 1969. Published by George A. Pflaum, this series was notable for being distributed primarily through Catholic schools. The cover features a vivid, action-oriented illustration of two firefighters, one white and one Black person, combating a large industrial fire with huge billowing orange and red smoke clouds. The characters wear bright yellow jackets, red helmets, and blue trousers, reflecting the bold color palettes typical of mid-century mass printing. The original price of 15 cents is visible in the top right header. Regarding condition, the comic shows signs of handling and age consistent with its 50-plus year history. Visible wear includes small stress lines along the spine, minor color loss at the corners, and slight fraying on the left edge. The paper quality appears to be typical newsprint of the era, which often experiences yellowing or tanning. The stapled binding remains intact based on the alignment of the cover. This particular issue represents a Silver Age to Bronze Age transition period item that combined moral education with adventure storytelling, making it a unique piece of American educational and religious ephemera.