Beetle Bailey #131

"Spook Story" in Beetle Bailey #131 (1980) delivers a delightfully absurd twist on military life, as the crew of Camp Swampy finds themselves caught in a bizarre mystery that’s less about combat and more about unexpected desertions. With Sal Buscema’s crisp art and Al Milgrom’s sharp inks bringing the chaos to life, the issue leans into its signature humor—especially when a simple dessert becomes the key to unraveling the mystery. Mort Walker’s cover, both iconic and on-brand, captures the silliness perfectly.