The term 'CLARK OF THE COMICS' refers to the character Clark Kent, also known as Superman. He is a fictional superhero created by Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster in 1938. Clark Kent is an alien from the planet Krypton who was sent to Earth as a baby and adopted by the Kent family. He is best known for his superhuman strength and ability to fly. He works as a journalist for the Daily Planet newspaper and is the alter ego of Superman. The crossword solution 'KENT' is a reference to this character.