Tip Top Comics #6 (126)
☆ Be the first to review + Add to your collection — Join freeIn "Largest Pearl in the World!", Bill’s experiment in humility takes a dark turn when he pretends to be broke to test his friends’ loyalty—only to find himself in a desperate situation after Sam offers to repay a debt. Written, drawn, and inked by Bernard Dibble, this 1947 tale from Tip Top Comics #6 captures a moment of moral strain with quiet tension and a surprising twist. The cover by Ernie Bushmiller, known for his distinctive style, adds a touch of whimsy to a story that’s more grounded than it first appears.
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Bill decides to emulate Haroun-Al-Raschid and go around town pretending to be broke so he can see who his true friends are. Most turn him down, but Sam offers to repay the $17.25 he owes Bill. Bill generously says Sam can wait longer to repay it, then regrets his decision. Ashamed to ask for the money, Bill robs Sam instead, and winds up in jail.
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