The Funnies #19
☆ Be the first to review + Add to your collection — Join freeIn "G-Man vs. the Red X," a 1938 Dell comic from the early days of the funnybook era, a newsroom scramble unfolds when Mr. Barlowe sees a chance to capitalize on a front-page story about Roscoe returning the payroll. With a sketch of Roscoe as "Honest Abe" Lincoln in hand, Scribbly stumbles into an idea that could turn a simple headline into something bigger—though how it all plays out remains a mystery. Written, drawn, and inked by Sheldon Mayer, this early adventure blends humor and intrigue in a style that defined the medium’s formative years.
Scribbly Jibbet’s sketch of Roscoe T. Rooney as "Honest Abe" Lincoln catches Mr. Barlowe’s eye, sparking a scheme to turn the payroll scandal into front-page gold. With Mrs. Jibbet and Dinky Jibbet watching, Barlowe plots to ride the wave of publicity—though whether the plan will pay off remains to be seen.
In a lighthearted 1938 gag, Mr. Barlowe enlists Roscoe T. Rooney in a playful scheme, dressing him as Abe Lincoln for a series of photos—only to call a Hollywood friend with a cheeky pitch: is there still a role for a Lincoln in need? With Scribbly Jibbet likely nearby to witness the chaos, and Lou and Ernie adding their own bits from the sidelines, the joke hinges on the absurdity of turning a local boy into a movie star—just for a laugh.
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