art: Fletcher Hanks His creations include Stardust the Super Wizard, Tabu the Wizard of the Jungle, Big Red McLane, and Fantomah—one of the first female superheroes, predating Wonder Woman. In all he created 51 stories. Hanks had four children. Family members described him as abusive and alcoholic. He made money painting murals for the wealthy, and spent the money on alcohol for himself and his friends. His son Fletcher Jr. worked odd jobs to support the family. In 1930, he found his earnings missing, along with his father. Fletcher Jr. said his mother responded, “It's a small price to pay to be rid of the bum.”