Collins was 40 years old when he created (script and art) the Sunday comic strip Mitzi McCoy, in close collaboration with Ernest Lynn, editor of the syndicate NEA, who was happy to contribute with developing views.
[2] Mitzi McCoy made its debut on November 7, 1948, and was published in Sunday comic sections in newspapers until September 24, 1950.
[3] The title character in Mitzi McCoy was a young society woman, daughter of a local tycoon in the small picturesque town of Freedom.
[4] The comic strip stands out, as did later Kevin the Bold, through its elaborated art work for its characters and nature as well as animated action, showing detailed images with atmosphere.
[5] After the introductory episode with Mitzi McCoy in focus, the comic strip had various characters in the town, taking turns being at the center of the action.