The Funnies #16
☆ Be the first to review + Add to your collection — Join free"Paving the Way!" from The Funnies #16 (1938) is a charming early tale featuring Scribbly and his younger brother, who unexpectedly cross paths with Roscoe T. Rooney—the man who tried to rob their home. Written and illustrated by Sheldon Mayer, the story follows Roscoe as he tries to make amends after being told his stolen flowers upset their mother, leading him to take on a surprising new role as a Sidewalk Santa. The cover by Sheldon Mayer captures the whimsical tone of this early comic gem.
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Scribbly and his kid brother encounter Roscoe T. Rooney, the man who tried to rob their house. They tell Roscoe that their mother is mad at him for sending her stolen flowers. He becomes determined to earn money to buy them Christmas gifts, so he mugs a Sidewalk Santa and takes his place.
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