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Cover: John Stanley

Four Color #165

Oct 1947 · Dell · 0.10 USD
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“Weight and Fortune Machine”

In "Weight and Fortune Machine," young Lulu finds herself in trouble after her mother accuses her of stealing popovers, leading to a quick spank and a tale of innocence told to her friend Tubby. With a mustache from his Junior G-Man kit and a detective’s flair, Tubby leaps into action, determined to uncover the real culprit—though the truth might be more tangled than either of them expects. Written and illustrated by John Stanley, this 1947 Four Color adventure blends childhood mischief with a touch of whimsical mystery, all rendered in the distinctive style of the era. The cover by John Stanley captures the story’s playful tone with a bold, expressive image.

writer, artist, inker John Stanley · cover John Stanley

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writer, artist, inker John Stanley
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Lulu is spanked by her mother, who thinks she stole some popovers from the kitchen. Lulu tells the story to Tubby, who immediately says her father is the culprit. Tubby, with a mustache from his Junior G-Man kit, goes to Lulu's house to conduct an investigation.

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