King Comics #40

Aug 1939 · David McKay · 0.10 USD

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“Popeye Alias Poopdeck”

In "Popeye Alias Poopdeck," the stakes rise when doctors prepare to amputate Barney's arm, but Gopher Gus rallies with a daring stand—holding them at bay until his Eskimo friend arrives with a mysterious restorative potion. Frank Miller's dynamic art and storytelling bring a rare blend of suspense and whimsy to this 1939 King Comics standout, with Joe Musial's striking cover capturing the moment’s urgency.

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artist, writer, inker Frank Miller · cover Joe Musial

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artist, writer, inker Frank Miller

cover pencils, inks Joe Musial

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Doctors announce they will have to amputate Barney's arm, but Gopher Gus holds them at bay until his Eskimo friend can administer a restorative potion.

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