On this day, April 1, 1917, comic book writer and illustrator Sheldon Mayer was born in New York City. Mayer began contributing to comic books in 1935, producing illustrations, house advertisements, and even cover illustrations. Over the years Mayer was involved with the creation of Superman, Green Lantern, Wonder Woman, and All-Star Comics. He also produced his own comics such as Sugar and Spike.

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