David Gonzales found one mixed in with old newspapers insulating the ceiling of a house he was renovating in a small town in Minnesota.

Gonzales did some research that confirmed the comic was valuable -and got into  a discussion about how much it was worth.

In that heated discussion with a releative -the back cover got ripped.

Because of the damage, New York-based online auctioneer ComicConnect.com graded the book a 1.5 on a 10-point scale. By comparison, an Action Comics No. 1 that was graded a 9 - recently fetched $2.16 million.

Bidding on Gonzales’ find was up to $137,000 as of Friday afternoon. Bidding closes June 11.

He says it has not been an easy week in the wake of allegations of a cellphone video that shows him smoking crack cocaine.

Ford says he cannot comment on a video he hasn’t seen or that does not exist.

And he says he didn’t comment on the allegations for a week on the advice of his lawyer.

Ford — who didn’t take any questions — thanked Toronto residents for their outpouring of support.

The bank has released a new supplier code of conduct that says it will only send work to offshore suppliers when their scale, technology or knowledge provides capabilities the bank cannot duplicate here.

It also says suppliers must not hire foreign workers from outside of Canada when a worker eligible to work in Canada is available.

R-B-C faced fierce criticism earlier this year over an outsourcing arrangement with a supplier that used temporary foreign workers.

The current strike by members of the International Union of Elevator Constructors that began May 1st continues with no sign of a resolution.

That’s causing problems including for older Zoomers who rely on escalators and elevators to get around.

Carol McLeod lives at the Cencourse Apartments in Windsor a high-rise where the tenants are mostly seniors.

She tells the Windsor Star one of the two elevators there is out of service with no sign that it will be fixed anytime soon.

McLeod says that’s putting a strain on the one remaining elevator and fears it may soon go out of service.

In Toronto  all four elevators in a wing of the Kensington Gardens home on Brunswick Avenue went out service.

76-year old Gillian Leffell, who  has dementia and uses a wheelchair to get around is a resident there.

Her son Jeff, says the striking unions should make exceptions for old-age homes.

Four companies are involved in the negotiations with the union  Schindler, Otis, Kone and Thyssen.

The union says the employer has agreed to a pay hike but will not budge on other issues including overtime pay and travel time.

Ontario Premier Kathleen Wynne says she’s confident that Toronto city council will be able to carry on its work in spite of the crisis surrounding the mayor.

Speaking in London, Wynne says it’s unfortunate when there are issues that make it a tumultuous situation for a local government.

But she says councillors are “stepping up to their responsibilities” amid the raging scandal engulfing Mayor Rob Ford over an alleged crack cocaine video.

Wynne says there are “mechanisms” in place if there are legal issues, but no charges have been laid and it’s a personal situation at this point.

The premier says the governing Liberals will do everything in their power to carry on their work for Ontario and Toronto residents.

The American website Gawker and the Toronto Star have reported viewing a cellphone video they said appeared to show Ford smoking crack cocaine.

Ford’s own executive is drafting a letter urging the mayor to address the allegations as soon as possible.

The mayor has said little other than calling the allegations “ridiculous” last week.

GUEST – Jim Wilson MPP, Simcoe-Grey

TOPIC – The closure of Springwater Park.

INFO – Jim Wilson MPP, Simcoe-Grey will provide updates and developments in the attempts to keep Springwater Park open

On May 24, 1968 The Rolling Stones released their single Jumpin’ Jack Flash. This was their seventh UK No.1 hit.

Keith Richards says he and Mick Jagger wrote the lyrics while staying ay Richards’ country home. They were awoken one morning by the sound of the gardener, Jack Dyer walking past the window. When Jagger asked what the noise was, Richards said “Oh, that’s Jack – that’s jumpin’ Jack” and that’s how they came up with the title for the song.

In honour of Bob Dylan’s 72nd birthday (May 24, 1941) we have rounded up the top ten songs he has written based on their chart success on Billboard magazine’s Hot 100 Pop Chart. Which Bob Dylan tune is your favourite?

10. Knockin’ on Heaven’s Door – Bob Dylan (peaked at #12 in 1973)

9. The Mighty Quinn – Manfred Mann (peaked at #10 in 1968)

8. Blowin’ in the Wind – Stevie Wonder (peaked at #9 in 1966)

7. Don’t Think Twice, It’s Alright – Peter, Paul & Mary (peaked at #9 in 1963)

6. It Ain’t Me Babe – The Turtles (peaked at #8 in 1966)

5. Positively 4th Street – Bob Dylan (peaked at #7 in 1966)

4. Lay Lady Lay – Bob Dylan (peaked at #7 in 1970)

3. Blowin’ in the Wind – Peter, Paul & Mary (peaked at #2 in 1963 – first song to put Dylan into spotlight)

2. Like a Rolling Stone – Bob Dylan (peaked at #2, in 1965 – considered one of the all-time greatest rock songs)

1. Mr.Tambourine Man – The Byrds (peaked at #1 in 1965)

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Ford has remained silent since allegations he smoked crack cocaine while being recorded on a cellphone video were first reported a week ago. Executive committee member Jaye Robinson says the letter will reassure the city that the business of municipal government is moving forward, but the allegations against Ford need to be addressed by the mayor himself.

Meantime, there are reports Mark Towhey was fired because he had been urging  Ford to go to rehab and seek help. As he was escorted from City Hall by security yesterday, Towhey would only say he had offered advice to the mayor which was for him and him alone.