New Funnies #72
☆ Be the first to review + Add to your collection — Join free"On Cannibal Island" in New Funnies #72 (1943) delivers a touching wartime tale of courage and unexpected heroism, anchored by the small but brave dog Buttons. Written by Gaylord Du Bois and illustrated by Mo Gollub, the story follows Buttons as he confronts his reputation as a coward only to rise when his friend Boots is in danger. The emotional core of the tale lies in his bond with Boots’ kittens, whose trust redefines what it means to be a hero—no grand gestures, just quiet loyalty and heart. Cover by Mo Gollub.
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Blown ashore, the dolls find Grinny Bear and Snoopwiggy with swag, plotting. The royals arrive. Gallant captures the fleeing villains. Joy befriends the dolls. Anne pleads mercy; Gallant relents. Joy invites the dolls aboard. Gallant shows Andy where Ronny the Robot pilots the boat. The girls make macaroons. Joy calls Gallant to make ice cream. Gallant shows Andy the ice cream machine. Anne remembers Marcella. Gallant offers a tow. The dolls thank them. Mother insists they go; Marcella can't, without her dolls. Marcella is joyous as they return. They only smile.
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