Smitty #4

In "The Good-Example Girl," Smitty and Mr. Bailey set sail for the South Seas under the impression they're on a top-secret government assignment—unaware they're unwittingly helping a dangerous fugitive escape. Written and illustrated by Walter Berndt, this 1948 Dell comic blends suspense and adventure with a touch of wartime intrigue, all rendered in the distinctive style of the era. The cover by Walter Berndt captures the story’s breezy yet tense tone, a 10-cent glimpse into a mid-century mystery.