Little Max Comics #53
☆ Be the first to review + Add to your collection — Join freeIn "Tale of a Tail," Joe learns the surprising truth behind the nickname "piper" for the basketball game in the vacant lot—Max is the only one small enough to squeeze into the pipe when the ball gets stuck. Warren Kremer and Al Avison bring the playful chaos to life with their expressive artwork, while Kremer’s crisp cover pencils and inks capture the moment with charm and wit.
In "The Piper," Jo finds himself unexpectedly drafted to be the "piper" for the neighborhood basketball game—only to discover the job means squeezing through a narrow pipe to retrieve the ball. With a mix of humor and kid-sized determination, he’s the only one small enough to do it, turning a simple game into a quirky, hands-on challenge.
In "Hot Dip," Jo and Ichabod dash through the woods after spotting something strange—only to plunge into a hidden stream, where Ichabod reveals the water’s pleasantly warm. The moment turns into a splashy surprise, with Jo unsure if they’ve stumbled into danger or a secret swimming spot.
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↩ Reprints Joe Palooka Comics #54 (1951), Little Max Comics #16 (1952)
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