Sad Sack Comics #119
☆ Be the first to review + Add to your collection — Join freeIn "Outsmarted," Sadie and Gertie man the night shift at Supply while the Sarge heads off to her quarters to catch her favorite show—only to call back in a panic, claiming her power’s out. Mishearing “fuse” as “shoes,” Sadie dutifully delivers a box of size 12 footwear to the irate Sgt. Blast, sparking a classic case of comedic misunderstanding. Written and drawn by Paul McCarthy, with a cover by George Baker, this 1961 Harvey classic captures the absurdity of military life with a perfectly timed mix of confusion and chuckles.
In "Camp Warfare," Sarge’s two-week punishment for Sack and Slob backfires when the duo unexpectedly find themselves having fun with the camp’s recreational activities. Once their time is up, they’re caught trying to sneak back in—climbing the fence, just to relive the routine they never thought they’d miss.
In "Brass Banned," the General, aiming to impress the troops and a visiting congressman with a booming oratory style inspired by the legendary Stentor, overdoes it during rehearsals—only to find himself voiceless when it matters most. The story follows his frantic efforts to regain his voice before the big address, all while navigating the absurdities of military life.
In "Bad Connection," Sadie and Gertie man the night shift in Supply when the Sarge calls, claiming her TV has no power and she needs a fuse. Mishearing "fuse" as "shoes," Sadie rushes over with a box of size 12 footwear—only to face the furious Sgt. Blast, who’s not amused by the mix-up.
In "The Shoelace," Sad Sack’s routine errand takes a chaotic turn when he forgets to engage the parking brake, sending the jeep rolling into a truck of explosives and igniting a fire. With the base now in need of another trip into town, General Hall assigns the task—leaving Sad Sack to face the consequences of his latest mishap.
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Reprinted in Sad Sack Comics [HD] #33 (1961), Sad Sack Army Life Parade #2 (1964)
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