Sad Sack Comics #6
☆ Be the first to review + Add to your collection — Join freeIn "3rd National Bank," Woody Gelman and Sam Glankoff deliver a quirky, deadpan tale set in the world of everyday absurdity, where a routine bank visit takes a surreal turn. The story, illustrated with Glankoff’s crisp, expressive lines, unfolds with the kind of offbeat charm that defined early Harvey Comics—perfectly complemented by George Baker’s sharp, nostalgic cover art.
In "Ambulance Nickel Ride," Sad Sack finds himself on the wrong end of a cop’s billy club during a routine patrol, leaving him with a painful knock to the knuckles—only to be treated with unexpected urgency when the officer, showing a rare streak of goodwill, calls for an ambulance to get him to the hospital.
In "Tim's Bar," Sad Sack arrives early for the big televised fights, eager to catch every round—but one too many drinks at Tim’s Bar has him missing the action entirely. The story captures his misadventures with a dry wit and a perfectly timed stumble into oblivion.
In "Ace Dance School," Sad Sack tries his hand at ballroom dancing after seeing a poster promising social success, and for once, he actually seems to be improving—until the moment that counts most: his date night with his girlfriend.
In "Doctor's Orders," Sad Sack suffers through a brutal headache, hoping the over-the-counter Ace Tonic will help—only to find it's no cure. He visits his doctor, who, after a brief examination, prescribes the very same tonic he already tried.
In "One Arm Bandit," Sad Sack trades his western duds for a gamble at a frontier casino, hauling two bags of coins from Nevada 2nd National Bank. After a string of bad luck, he finally pulls the lever on a slot machine—only to find himself on the verge of a surprise win.
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Reprinted in Fun Parade #46 (1950), Sad Sack Comics #29 (1953), Sad Sack Comics #55 (1956), Blondie Comics Monthly #105 (1957), Sad Sack Army Life Parade #10 (1966)
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