Al Capp's Li'l Abner #85

In "Li'l Abner Meets Dumpington van Lump," Li'l Abner finds himself caught between Daisy Mae’s reluctance to marry the wealthy but absurd Dumpington van Lump and the sudden threat of turnip termites swarming Dogpatch. With Mammy’s mysterious vision guiding him, Abner sets off on a mission to rescue Daisy Mae, blending the usual absurdity of Dogpatch with a touch of surreal urgency. Written and illustrated by Al Capp, with cover art by Al Capp and Mel Lazarus, this 1951 issue captures the comic’s signature blend of satire and whimsy.