Origin
Born in Pennsylvania, Joseph Crater was appointed an Associate Justice for the New York Supreme Court in April 1930.
Creation
Joseph Crater was a real person. He made his first appearance in comics in Secrets of Sinister House #7.
Major Story Arcs
Disappearance
Judge Crater goes missing with no trace on August 6th, 1930. His case receives a great deal of public attention and interest. Despite this, neither he nor his body are ever found. He is declared dead nine years later.
Powers and Abilities
Joseph Crater was an intelligent man, and was a highly educated lawyer.