Stumbo Tinytown #1

In this brief, whimsical tale from *Stumbo Tinytown #1* (1963), Stumbo’s gentle giant size makes him the perfect playmate for the neighborhood kids—especially when they swing from his finger. But when Officer O’Floodle grows concerned about Stumbo’s stamina, he comes up with a balloon-powered solution to keep the fun going.

In "Tip Top Crop," Stumbo’s generosity takes a whimsical turn when he donates his entire head of hair to keep Mr. Thatch’s wigmaker shop afloat. When a sudden cold leaves him shivering, the townsfolk rally to craft a nightcap—each contributing their own odd bits and pieces in a gesture of community spirit.

In "Winter Worries," Mr. Weatherman’s snow clouds never reach Tinytown—instead, they’re quietly gathered by Stumbo, who builds an igloo to brace for winter. When the townsfolk discover the cozy shelter, they turn it into a winter sports hub, unaware of the unexpected source.

When Stumbo starts burning up with a fever, it turns out the real culprit is his accidental proximity to a volcano—literally. With quick thinking and a giant’s strength, he lifts Tinytown to safety, shielding it from a potential eruption, then sets it back down once the mountain cools.

In "The Tricky Witch," a mischievous spell from a fleeing witch turns naive Stumbo tiny—only for O'Floodle to step in, club the witch unconscious, and use her own book and wand to undo the chaos. The story’s blend of slapstick and whimsy shines in its tight five pages, with the typeset letters adding a classic charm to the tale.