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Ribtickler #3

Jan 1957 · Green Publishing · 0.10 USD

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Ribtickler #3 is a humor anthology featuring multiple comedic stories. One story follows a character named Snarky who attempts to rescue his companion Butterbelle from danger in the mountains, only to encounter a series of mishaps involving a scooter ride and various comic predicaments. Another story features Pee Wee Powerhouse dealing with a frog who has lost his home, leading to encounters with a lady ladybug and culminating in Pee Wee having trouble with the frog's presence. The issue uses slapstick humor and physical comedy throughout its various segments.

Contains 3 stories

Gold Dust

14 pp · Humor, Children

In the town of Hot Rock, Sheriff Snarky Parker is distracted by reports of flying saucers, while a mysterious gang plans to steal gold hidden in the old man’s house. Meanwhile, Butterbelles father and Heathcliff plot to retrieve the gold, unaware that Snarky is also on the case—until Butterbelles whistle is blown, revealing she’s been kidnapped.

Oh, You Kid-napper!

9 pp · Humor

Snarky Parker and his dog Paw set out to find Butter, a young woman who’s been kidnapped after Snarky leaves her alone at a fishing pond. When a ransom note demands a massive amount of cheese, the duo follows clues—including scooter tracks and a mysterious note—leading them on a wild chase to rescue Butter from a cheese-obsessed culprit.

The Mighty Atom

5 pp · Humor, Anthropomorphic-Funny Animals, Children, Superhero

Pee Wee Powerhouse steps in when a nervous frog-faced landlord tries to evict a young bear, offering a clever deal: if the frog can out-croak him, the bear can stay. The showdown turns into a hilarious battle of vocal power, with the frog’s booming voice clashing against Pee Wee’s surprising strength.