Famous Funnies #25

René Fonck, the French Ace of Aces, earned his legendary reputation by bringing down over 120 enemy aircraft during the Great War, a feat he accomplished without suffering a scratch—a testament to his tactical genius and nerve in the sky. This biographical account celebrates his most daring aerial victories, including his encounters with some of Germany's most formidable pilots and his personal vendetta against the enemy ace responsible for a fallen comrade's death.

In a 1936 adventure from *Famous Funnies* #25, Alley Oop and Zabo stage a dramatic axe battle for the crowd, only to be met with demands for a larger share of the profits. When the fighters refuse to fight without a bigger cut, Alley Oop’s patience snaps—leading to a sudden, decisive flurry of strikes.

Junior Nebb thinks running away from home will teach his parents a lesson, so he announces his plan to Ma and Pa Nebb—but their enthusiastic support, complete with a packed suitcase and lunch, along with Pa's detailed warnings about the dangers he'll encounter on the road, quickly changes the young man's mind about the whole scheme.

In "null," a whimsical 1936 tale from *Famous Funnies* #25, sheep herder Oaky dreams of courtly life and sets off on a bold adventure—crafting a suit of iron from a roof sheet and riding the reluctant cart horse Nellie into a world of daring escapades and unexpected romance.

Salesman Sam lands a quick sale when a desperate customer comes knocking: his wife can't fit into her shoes and won't stop crying. Sam springs into action with a creative solution—Turkish slippers—and collects his fee with a confidence that borders on the audacious. It's a brisk, clever bit of salesmanship that captures the hustle and heart of Sam's trade.