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Lassie #61

Apr 1963 · Western · 0.12 USD
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In "The Yawning Pit," Lassie joins the Martins in Nigeria as a well-intentioned relocation plan sparks tension with a local witch doctor determined to maintain his influence. When the trio uncovers a hidden tunnel and a seemingly bottomless pit, they begin to unravel a web of deception built on fear and illusion. Written by Gaylord Du Bois and illustrated by Jerry Robinson, with lettering by Ben Oda, this 1963 Western adventure blends suspense and cultural insight in a story where courage and truth triumph over manipulation.

Contains 3 stories
The Yawning Pit
14 pp · Adventure, Animal, Children
LassieTimmyRuth MartinPaul MartinMr. Kaduna (mining engineer)Will Jeffries (senior engineer)Bageli (interpreter)Nagule (witch doctor)Bapidi, N'Gole, and Pumo (village elders)Villagers

In "The Yawning Pit," Lassie and the Martins stumble upon a hidden tunnel and eerie pit while helping relocate Nigerian villagers to better farmland—only to uncover a witch doctor’s elaborate deception meant to keep the people from leaving. With clever sleight of hand and fear-mongering, he manipulates the villagers into resisting change, but Lassie’s sharp instincts help reveal the truth behind the tricks.

The Ambusher
4 pp · Adventure, Animal, Children
Po YinKyan Zit (elephant)U Po Net (village headman)Bo Gyi (bandit)Water Buffalo

In "The Ambusher," Bo Gyi sets a trap for Po Yin and U Po Net, but his plan unravels when Kyan Zit intervenes with a well-aimed paw paw, sending the bandit tumbling into a river. There, he’s caught in the fury of a water buffalo before escaping, vowing revenge on Po Yin.

Spears Among the Shadows
12.5 pp · Adventure, Animal, Children
LassieTimmyPaul MartinAli (Son of the Sultan of Kusa)Sultan of KusaKimo (Fulani cattle herder)Mahaggi Tribesmen

In "Spears Among the Shadows," Timmy and Jo explore the countryside with Ali, stumbling upon Kimo hiding in the ruins of Komba’s mosque. After a storm traps the trio beneath the crumbling structure, Lassie leads Paul to their rescue as the Sultan and his men drive off the marauding Mahaggis.

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Full credits

artist, inker Jerry Robinson
letterer Ben Oda

Reprints

Reprinted in Fernseh Abenteuer #144 (1962), Domingos Alegres #502 (1963), Lassie #3/1965 (1965), Lassie #2 (1977), Fernseh Abenteuer #117

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