Walt Disney's Comics and Stories #9 (225)

Donald Duck’s dedication to his volunteer firefighter duties in Duckburg starts to strain his romance with Daisy, leaving room for Gladstone Gander to swoop in—especially when a National Glamor Weekly photographer captures the moment. With the firehouse buzzing and the city’s feline family in need, Donald’s efforts to balance duty, love, and a rival’s schemes keep the flames of chaos burning.

Scamp and Speedy clash over a stolen bone, sparking a rivalry that Tramp tries to settle with a series of friendly contests—speed, scent, strength, swimming, and even voice quality—each round ending in a tie. With the stalemate stretching on, it’s Jock who steps in with a clever idea to finally break the deadlock.

In this Alaskan adventure, Mickey and Goofy team up with the Indian chief and his braves to uncover the truth behind a sudden flood in a remote valley. When they discover that Skulk and Tiny are behind the damming of the river, a tense standoff unfolds as Tiny is sent through a crumbling tunnel to mark the site of a hidden gold mine—just as Mickey hatches a clever plan to stop them.