Notable events of 1973 in comics.
(Formerly the Goethe Awards) For comics published in 1973. Presented at the 1974 Comic Art Convention,[90] held July 4–8, 1974, at the Commodore Hotel, New York City; and published in The Buyer's Guide to Comics Fandom #63 (Aug. 1, 1974).[91]
Presented in 1974 for comics published in 1973:
Black Magic: selected reprints of 1950 Prize Comics series.
Crazy: precursor to Crazy Magazine
Ghost Rider vol. 2
The Occult Files of Dr. Spektor
Together with exciting new artist Walt Simonson, [Archie] Goodwin executed seven flawless tales that chronicled Paul Kirk's hunt for the world's deadliest game." " Manhunter's award-winning revival earned undying acclaim for its talented storytellers.
I helped with the third Metro Con in 1973. The first two, organized by Gary Groth, had been in '70 and '71 respectively. For the one to be held in 1973, my friend, Warren Bernard was working with Groth. At this Con, Warren was able to secure a rare (for the time) showing of the film Freaks. Attending the convention that year was Bernie Wrightson. It was the first time he had seen the movie and it proved to be a major influence on his work over the next few years. The guest list for that 1973 Con was impressive.... Despite the major talent we had, attendance was low and the Con lost money.